Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: HZN 11 Harris v Machine
Date: Mar 09, 2024

#R1#
Smash Machine ducks under a wild hook from Harris.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up but Harris swats him away and circles back towards the center.
It looked like Harris was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
The fighters circle momentarily. Harris darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Harris wants to slow Smash Machine down by chopping away at his legs.
Harris throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Harris tests Smash Machine's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Smash Machine is defended easily by Harris.
Harris throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Harris swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Smash Machine with the counter takedown but Harris avoids it easily.
Harris with a nice cross.
Harris ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Harris looks to land a combination but Smash Machine avoids it well.
Smash Machine defending well as Harris loads up on a big left hand.
Smash Machine staying out of range there.
Harris throws an overhand right that lands on Smash Machine's shoulder, as Smash Machine tries to avoid the 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!
Harris looks to land a left hand but Smash Machine moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Harris misses the shot to the body.
Smash Machine drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Harris defends it well.
Smash Machine takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Smash Machine ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Harris moves away.
Smash Machine fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A big right from Harris misses.
Smash Machine swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Harris jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Harris looks to throw the jab but Smash Machine is out of range.
Harris swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Smash Machine lands a glancing blow to the side of Harris's head.
Harris throws out a loose jab but Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Harris tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smash Machine was well out of range. Poor timing from Harris.
Harris leaves Smash Machine with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Raven Harris has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clinch King Smash Machine.
Harris swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Harris quickly recovers to half guard.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smash Machine trying to control the action but Harris is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Harris is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Harris is defending against the submission attempts here by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine is pressing down on Harris's thigh, looking to free his foot. Harris is holding on for now.
Smash Machine keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Harris manages to get to full guard. #T3#
Smash Machine being controlled here momentarily.
Harris trying to control the position.
Harris can't keep his opponent in guard - Smash Machine advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Smash Machine uses his free foot to push down on Harris's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Harris.
Smash Machine can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Harris is looking to escape. #T4##SUB2#
Smash Machine has control of Harris's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Harris regains control of the situation pretty easily. #SUB2#
Smash Machine goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Harris turns into him and now he's in Smash Machine's guard.
Smash Machine trying to keep a closed guard but Harris is proving a slippery customer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Raven Harris dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Smash Machine scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Harris moves out of range of the body kick.
Harris throws a shot to the body.
Smash Machine defending well as Harris loads up on a big left hand.
Smash Machine looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Harris listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A jab from Harris misses.
Harris is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smash Machine can do to turn this around?
Smash Machine ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Smash Machine moves away from the strike by Harris.
Harris rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Smash Machine counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Harris throws a hook but Smash Machine blocks it.
Smash Machine misses with a takedown attempt - Harris sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Smash Machine dives in and grabs Harris's left leg, looking for a takedown. Harris pushes down on Smash Machine's head and hops out.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Harris looks to land a right hand but Smash Machine moved out of range.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Smash Machine throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T1#
Harris misses with a hook. Smash Machine ducked under it nicely.
Nice uppercut lands for Harris. That snapped Smash Machine's head back. #CUT#That has opened up Clinch King Smash Machine's cut even more.
Harris looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Harris takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
An inside leg kick from Harris misses.
Smash Machine shoots for a double leg takedown but Harris sprawls well. He's pushed Smash Machine's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Raven Harris has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clinch King Smash Machine.
Harris uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Harris misses the target.
Smash Machine let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#KD#
Harris cracks Smash Machine with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Smash Machine looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Harris finish him? #ROC#Smash Machine is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Smash Machine throws a sloppy head kick and Harris moves out of range easily.
Smash Machine is still on wobbly legs! Can Harris finish him?
Smash Machine doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Harris counters with a huge left! Smash Machine is in big trouble! He's backing up but Harris isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Smash Machine from any more damage. A dominating finish by Harris!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Raven Harris!
Raven Harris retains his light heavyweight title!
Raven Harris took some time post fight to say the following; 'HHHHHHHHUUUUUUUUUUMMMMMMMMMM................HHHHHHHUUUUUUUUUUUMMMMMMMMM'.
Clinch King Smash Machine was interviewed post fight and said 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: HZN 7 Choi v Nomura
Date: Feb 17, 2024

#R1#
Beach throws a body punch but Smash Machine moves out of range.
Beach doesn't manage to clinch there - Smash Machine circles away.
Beach avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#CL2#
Beach clinches up against the cage.
We've been informed that Beach 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.
Beach prevents the takedown attempt.
Beach presses Smash Machine against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Beach working aggressively here. #BC#
Smash Machine breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Beach tries to clinch up but Smash Machine circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Beach instigates a clinch.
Smash Machine 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 short left from Beach.
Beach swings wildly with an uppercut but Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Beach lands an elbow inside. #CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Beach throws an elbow but it misses. #TD#
Smash Machine gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beach tries to kick Smash Machine off but Smash Machine keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Smash Machine seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #ES2#
Beach kicks off Smash Machine and gets to his feet. #T1#
A jab from Beach finds it's way through Smash Machine's defenses. #CL2#
Beach drives through and clinches with Smash Machine against the cage.
Beach is trying to stall.
Beach struggles to land a body shot inside as Smash Machine controls his hands. #BC2#
Beach breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #TD#
Smash Machine closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Smash Machine lands in his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smash Machine passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Smash Machine creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Beach sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB#
Smash Machine thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2##SUB#
Smash Machine thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Beach struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Smash Machine tries for a kimura but Beach is defending well.
Beach tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Smash Machine tries to advance to mount but can't.
Beach is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Smash Machine off and has taken his back!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Smash Machine tries to roll but Beach sticks to his back.
Beach controlling the position well here. Smash Machine rolled but Beach kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
A lull in the action here. #T4#
Smash Machine rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Smash Machine trying to control but Beach postures up.
Beach works his way into full mount! #SU2#
Beach stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.
Smash Machine lands with a cross.
Beach displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Smash Machine throws out the jab.
Beach tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Beach fails in his attempt to clinch.
Beach wants to clinch
and Smash Machine counters with a straight right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sammy Beach dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine'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##CL2#
Beach takes the fight into the clinch.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A knee to the head by Smash Machine. #CUT#It looks like Sammy Beach has been cut.#TD#
Smash Machine successfully pulls guard.
Smash Machine wants to improve his position but instead Beach has moved into half guard. #SUB#
Smash Machine is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Beach pulls his head out easily.
Beach slows the pace down in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Beach decides to return to a standing position. #T1#
Smash Machine shoots in but no luck this time.
Beach tries to clinch up.
Beach stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Beach wants it to stay on the feet.
Beach lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Smash Machine circles away quickly and effectively.#TD#
Smash Machine gets the takedown into side control. #SUB#
Smash Machine tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Smash Machine trying to control the action but Beach is working from the bottom.
Beach prevents Smash Machine from moving into mount. #T2#
Beach sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Beach tries to roll over but Smash Machine keeps him under control.
Smash Machine tries to pass to full mount but Beach defends it.
Smash Machine throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Smash Machine trying to control from Beach's half guard. Beach has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Smash Machine wants to pass the guard but Beach is keeping the position.
Beach looking for a sweep. Not yet Beach, not yet. #T3#
Smash Machine slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #ES2#
Beach pushes Smash Machine off and gets back to his feet.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Beach as he jumps to the side.
Beach is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Smash Machine with a body shot.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smash Machine throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Beach sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Smash Machine avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Smash Machine throws a right hand that Beach ducks under and follows up with a left that Beach also avoids with ease.#TD#
Smash Machine is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Beach's half guard.
Smash Machine looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Beach controlling the position for now.#T4#
Smash Machine with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Beach wants to get back to full guard.
Beach wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura here.
Smash Machine throwing shots but Beach is blocking nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Beach tries to kick Smash Machine off but Smash Machine keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
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 Clinch King Smash Machine will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Smash Machine scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Smash Machine comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Smash Machine pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Smash Machine scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Smash Machine avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Clinch King Smash Machine is winning the standup battle so far.
Beach falls off balance throwing a combination
and Smash Machine counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smash Machine tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Beach swivels and escapes.
Smash Machine sets himself, and Beach steps forward looking for the clinch! Smash Machine avoids it this time.#CL2#
Smash Machine tries to keep at a distance but Beach has taken the fight into the clinch.
Smash Machine stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Beach misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Smash Machine breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Beach closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Smash Machine ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Smash Machine no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Beach wants to stand but Smash Machine has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Beach controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Beach wants to get up but he can't break Smash Machine's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Beach content to stall in guard here.
Smash Machine working a defensive guard here.
Beach wants to get up but he can't break Smash Machine's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smash Machine manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Beach manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Smash Machine pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Beach is keeping the position for now.
Smash Machine throwing strikes but missing.
Smash Machine trying to control but Beach is working from the bottom.
Smash Machine tries to free his leg and advance position but Beach is retaining full guard.
Smash Machine throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Beach wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Smash Machine manages to pass to side control.
Beach trying to hold on to Smash Machine's head to control him but Smash Machine postures up.
Beach is looking to improve his position.
Beach looks like he's trying to stand up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Beach looks to clinch
enabling Smash Machine to counter with a crisp jab.
Beach tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Smash Machine closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Beach swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
Beach goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Smash Machine breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Beach tries to clinch but Smash Machine is having none of it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Beachs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Beach swings for the body but Smash Machine moves out of range. #CL2#
Beach moves into the clinch successfully.
Beach stops a takedown attempt from Smash Machine.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Beach.
Sammy Beach seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Smash Machine is working for takedown but Beach is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD#
Smash Machine gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Beach regains guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#ES2#
Beach is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Beach misses with a hook from the clinch.
Beach gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Smash Machine.

And that's the end of the fight!
Clinch King Smash Machine showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Smash Machine 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Clinch King Smash Machine!
Clinch King Smash Machine gave a mention to Un-Kaged Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: HZN 4 Machine v Vrana
Date: Jan 26, 2024

#R1##TD#
Smash Machine dives in and scores a takedown into Vrana's guard.
Smash Machine is standing up over Vrana. Vrana looks to escape but Smash Machine dives into side control.
Vrana wants to get back to his feet.
Smash Machine 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.
Smash Machine wants to control but Vrana is keeping him busy.
Vrana is pushing Smash Machine's head away, looking to escape. Smash Machine manages to hold on to the position though.
Smash Machine is looking to take a break and control but Vrana is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Smash Machine tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Smash Machine prevents Vrana from escaping the position.
Smash Machine staying calm.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB#
Smash Machine tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Smash Machine has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Vrana has escaped the position, nice work there.
Vrana is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Smash Machine is controlling him well.#ES2#
Vrana explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Vrana circles away.
Smash Machine thuds a left hand into Vrana's body.
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches up with Vrana, looking for a takedown. Smash Machine pushes Vrana against the cage but Vrana circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Alois Vrana is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Smash Machine is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Vrana's half guard.#SUB#
Smash Machine looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #T3#
Vrana is trying to stand back up but Smash Machine is controlling him #SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vrana defends it well.
Smash Machine tries to pass to full mount but Vrana defends it. #SUB#
Smash Machine seems to be working for a kimura but Vrana defends the submission attempt.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Vrana is trying to stand back up but Smash Machine is controlling him
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Vrana looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB#
Smash Machine is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Vrana sees it coming and defends easily.
Smash Machine is keen to just control but Vrana is a slippery customer.
Vrana is looking to escape.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Vrana enables Smash Machine to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Vrana manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Vrana is looking to stand up but Smash Machine isn't so interested in that idea.
Smash Machine has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Vrana wants to get back to his feet but Smash Machine passes into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A big right from Vrana misses.
Smash Machine misses with a left hand
and Vrana makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Smash Machine really felt that one!
Smash Machine is looking to slow Vrana down with leg kicks.
A cross from Vrana lands.
Vrana lands the left hand.
Smash Machine misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Vrana to counter with a crisp jab.
Smash Machine moves out of range as Vrana throws a body kick.
Vrana keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Vrana circles away.
Vrana bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Smash Machine's head backwards.
Smash Machine keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vrana swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Smash Machine moves into range and clinches up with Vrana.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smash Machine has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Vrana avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vrana blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Vrana with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
A nice left hand lands by Vrana.
Smash Machine is looking to take this one to the mat.#T1#
Vrana lands a knee to the head.
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Vrana.
Vrana lands a knee to the head. #BC#
Smash Machine escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Smash Machine closes this distance looking for a takedown but Vrana circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A jab from Vrana misses.
Vrana stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Vrana motions for Smash Machine to come forward. Vrana throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Vrana walks into a jab.
Vrana keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A head kick misses from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Vrana wants to clinch up but Smash Machine keeps it at a distance.
Vrana throws a hook but Smash Machine blocks it.
Smash Machine misses with an uppercut.
Smash Machine lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up.
Smash Machine dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Smash Machine has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Vrana.#TD#
Smash Machine fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Vrana sprawls well initially but Smash Machine persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Smash Machine stops Vrana from getting back to his feet. #ES2#
Vrana kicks off Smash Machine and gets to his feet. #CL2#
Vrana fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Smash Machine, pushing him back against the cage.
Vrana pushes Smash Machine back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vrana scores with a hook to the body.
Smash Machine blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Smash Machine can't get the takedown.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smash Machine. #BC#
Smash Machine manages to break the clinch.
Vrana fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Smash Machine on the side of the head.
Smash Machine fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T3#
Vrana lands a jab to the nose.
A cross from Vrana lands.
Smash Machine gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Smash Machine scores with a spinning back kick!
Vrana has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vrana throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD#
Smash Machine feints and as Vrana raises his hands in defense, Smash Machine changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Smash Machine won't allow Vrana to get back to his feet.
Smash Machine wants to pass the guard but Vrana is keeping the position.
Smash Machine throws a strike but Vrana rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4##SU2#
Vrana decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Smash Machine, up you get!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smash Machine takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Vrana stuffs the takedown attempt from Smash Machine. Smash Machine gets slowly back to his feet.
A little jabbing left from Vrana on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Smash Machine tests Vrana's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Smash Machine darts in looking for a takedown but Vrana gets double underhooks and turns Smash Machine into the cage.
Vrana is trying to stall.
Vrana with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Vrana misses with a knee to the head.
Vrana lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#TD#
Smash Machine lands a takedown into guard.
Smash Machine controlling from the top position.
Smash Machine wants to control from the top but Vrana keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alois Vrana showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Vrana cracks Smash Machine with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Smash Machine throws a right and a left that both miss.
Vrana only half commits to the counter leg kick.
No luck for Smash Machine with that takedown attempt.
Vrana lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Smash Machine moves out of range as Vrana strikes.
Vrana is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine looks to land a right hand but Vrana moved out of range.#CL2#
Vrana rushes Smash Machine and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vrana lands a hook that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Vrana misses with a knee strike.
Smash Machine lands an elbow that stopped Vrana in his tracks for a moment.
Vrana misses with a knee to the head.
Vrana using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Smash Machine has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Smash Machine lands a damaging elbow. #T1#
Smash Machine is looking to break free of the clinch but Vrana has double underhooks.
A shot in the inside from Vrana.
Smash Machine avoiding damage as Vrana throws knees to the body. #TD#
Smash Machine gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Smash Machine seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Vrana does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Smash Machine wants to work for an arm triangle but Vrana is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Vrana is trying to stand up here but Smash Machine is controlling him well.
Vrana avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine prevents Vrana from standing back up. #SUB#
Smash Machine is working for a kimura but Vrana is defending it quite comfortably. #ES2#
Vrana has one foot on Smash Machine's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T2##CL#
Smash Machine moves into the clinch.
Smash Machine jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Vrana walks away with a smile on his face. Smash Machine gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Vrana digs a good hook to Smash Machine's body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vrana throws a sloppy head kick and Smash Machine moves out of range easily.
Nice straight punches there by Vrana. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Vrana.#TD#
Vrana gets caught napping as Smash Machine dives in and scores a takedown. Vrana manages to retain guard.

Vrana pushes Smash Machine off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #TD#
Vrana gets caught napping as Smash Machine dives in and scores a takedown. Vrana manages to retain guard.

Vrana manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Vrana tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
Smash Machine closes this distance looking for a takedown but Vrana circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Vrana throws an overhand right that lands on Smash Machine's shoulder, as Smash Machine tries to avoid the shot.
Smash Machine scores with a crisp jab that stopped Vrana in his tracks.
Smash Machine looks for a takedown but Vrana sprawls well.
Vrana looks to land a body kick but Smash Machine moved away.
Vrana misses with a hook.
Smash Machine avoids the head kick by Vrana.
Alois Vrana seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vrana paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Vrana swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Vrana throws a big shot that misses.
Smash Machine went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Vrana has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Vrana plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Vrana attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T4#
Vrana throws a nice outside leg kick. #TD#
Smash Machine is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Vrana's half guard.

Vrana pushes Smash Machine off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smash Machine fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nice uppercut there from Vrana.
Smash Machine takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Vrana throws an overhand right that lands on Smash Machine's shoulder, as Smash Machine tries to avoid the shot.
Vrana blocks a head kick by Smash Machine.
Vrana stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Smash Machine throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vrana shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Smash Machine shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Vrana defends it nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alois Vrana comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Vrana 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alois Vrana!
Clinch King Smash Machine was interviewed post fight and said 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: HZN 1 Machine vs Norton
Date: Dec 30, 2023

#R1#
Smash Machine throws a head kick that misses
and Smash Machine takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Smash Machine misses with a takedown attempt - Norton sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Norton feints a counter leg kick.#TD#
Smash Machine shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Norton manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Smash Machine won't allow Norton to sweep him here.
Smash Machine stays in close to Norton's body and controls the position.
Smash Machine stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Norton swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Smash Machine is looking to work some ground and pound but Norton has wrist control.#T1##SUB#
Smash Machine is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Norton is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Norton has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Smash Machine looking for a sweep. Not yet Smash Machine, not yet.
Smash Machine bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Norton's guard. #REVR#
Smash Machine preventing the sweep.
Smash Machine trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Smash Machine won't allow Norton to get back to his feet.
Smash Machine is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Smash Machine postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Norton is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Smash Machine, into his guard. #REVB#
Smash Machine has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Smash Machine is on top in guard. #REVR#
Smash Machine preventing the sweep.
Smash Machine loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Smash Machine wants to control from the top but Norton keeps moving.
Smash Machine missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Norton keeping moving, preventing Smash Machine from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Norton wants to stand but Smash Machine is controlling the position.
Smash Machine is stalling in the full guard.
Smash Machine postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Norton keeping moving, preventing Smash Machine from controlling successfully.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Smash Machine seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Norton keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Norton connects with a looping right hand.
Smash Machine ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Norton moves away.
Norton looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Smash Machine throws a right and a left that Norton avoids nicely.
A little jabbing left from Norton on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Norton throws a hook but Smash Machine avoids it easily.
Norton lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CL#
Smash Machine drives through and clinches with Norton against the cage.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine tries to score a body lock takedown but Norton shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Norton gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Smash Machine.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smash Machine looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Norton takes a knee right on the jaw!
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 Clinch King Smash Machine will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Norton tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smash Machine throws a series of punches but Norton moves out of range. #TD#
Smash Machine shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Norton is trying to defend but Smash Machine finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.

Norton has one foot on Smash Machine's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Smash Machine throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sloppy strikes from Norton. Those never looked like landing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Norton enables Smash Machine to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Norton manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.

Norton is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Smash Machine.#T1#
Norton misses with a punch on the inside. #TD#
Smash Machine jumps into guard, dragging Norton to the mat.
Smash Machine working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Norton got a little sloppy there for a moment and Smash Machine has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Norton has managed to get both his arms back between Smash Machine's legs - danger averted.
Norton trying to control but Smash Machine is working from the bottom. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Smash Machine not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Norton engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SUB#
Smash Machine is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Norton is aware though and is defending well.
Norton wants to control from the top but Smash Machine keeps moving. #SUB#
Smash Machine has his foot on Norton's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Norton works his way back into a safe position though.
Norton controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Clinch King Smash Machine overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Norton defends well.
Norton trying to control but Smash Machine is working from the bottom. #T3#
Smash Machine trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Smash Machine has Norton up against the cage in a clinch.
Norton gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Smash Machine.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Norton.
Norton swings wildly with an uppercut but Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Smash Machine looking for a takedown.
Norton avoiding damage.
Norton avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Norton manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Smash Machine wants to break the clinch but can't.
Norton lands a hook that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smash Machine lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
Smash Machine pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Edd Norton will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Smash Machine scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB#
Smash Machine working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Smash Machine looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Norton tries to escape but Smash Machine is in control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norton looking for a sweep but Smash Machine has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Smash Machine controlling the position easily from mount. #T1##SUB#
Smash Machine jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Norton is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Norton and Smash Machine has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Smash Machine wants to control but Norton is keeping him busy.
Norton is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Smash Machine is controlling him well.
Norton is not content to let Smash Machine control the position.
Smash Machine laying and praying for a moment but Norton takes advantage and regains half guard. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Smash Machine controlling the action here.
Norton is looking for a sweep. Smash Machine is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura here.
Norton moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T3#
Smash Machine is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Smash Machine has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Norton fails with an attempt to clinch.
Smash Machine pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Smash Machine connects with a looping right hand. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Smash Machine throws a hook but Norton avoids it easily.#TD#
Smash Machine shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Norton is trying to defend but Smash Machine finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Norton is trying to maintain the position but Smash Machine is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Smash Machine looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Smash Machine working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Norton's thigh. Norton counters though and makes it back to full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Clinch King Smash Machine showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Smash Machine 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Clinch King Smash Machine!
Clinch King Smash Machine managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Un-Kaged Nutrition, into his post fight interview.

Event: DMMA 264 Thorn vs Kuomanen
Date: Nov 25, 2023

#R1#
A left lands for Smash Machine.#CL2#
Smash Machine forces Solomon back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Smash Machine's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Solomon takes one to the chin there.#TD2#
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Solomon napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Solomon seems a little lost for a moment, as Smash Machine dominates the positioning.#SUB2#
Smash Machine goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Solomon has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Smash Machine but great work by Solomon.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smash Machine manages to work his way to half guard, despite Solomon's best efforts.
Solomon working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Smash Machine slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Smash Machine seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Solomon avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T1#
Smash Machine is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Solomon has his hands clasped together around Smash Machine's back. He's all about the action.
Solomon is in trouble now - Smash Machine has advanced to mount! #SUB2#
Smash Machine goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Solomon turns into him and now he's in Smash Machine's guard.
Solomon trying to control the position from guard on top but Smash Machine is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB2#
Smash Machine looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Smash Machine looking to hit a scissor sweep but Solomon is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Smash Machine looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T3#
Solomon trying to control the position from guard on top but Smash Machine is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smash Machine is trying to control the position but Solomon postures up. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Solomon defends well.#SUB2#
Smash Machine working for submissions but it's allowed Solomon to get to half guard.
Solomon lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Smash Machine blocking the ground and pound attempt from Solomon.
The fighters are battling for position here. Smash Machine manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Solomon sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Smash Machine has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Solomon is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Smash Machine.
Solomon in side control lands a decent elbow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Solomon has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Smash Machine sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Solomon avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Smash Machine throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Smash Machine will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #TD2#
Solomon tries to sprawl but Smash Machine drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Smash Machine trying to control from half guard but Solomon is working away. #SUB2#
Smash Machine wants to work for an arm triangle but Solomon is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Smash Machine is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Smash Machine perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T1##SUB2#
Smash Machine is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Solomon is just riding it out for now. Smash Machine eventually gives up the hold.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is working for a kimura but Solomon is defending it quite comfortably.
Solomon is staying active underneath Smash Machine, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Clinch King Smash Machine has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Smash Machine is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Solomon is just riding it out for now. Smash Machine eventually gives up the hold.
Smash Machine prevents Solomon from improving his position.
Solomon is trying to maintain the position but Smash Machine is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Smash Machine has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smash Machine is just content to waste time from the top position. Solomon takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T3#
Solomon is trying to control the position but Smash Machine postures up.
Smash Machine controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Solomon moves forwards but Smash Machine connects with a nice, crisp jab.#TD2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Solomon did well to prevent Smash Machine getting side control.#SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura but Solomon is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Smash Machine to get the leverage.
Smash Machine is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Solomon has his hands clasped together around Smash Machine's back. He's all about the action.#T4#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Smash Machine in particular looking to stall.
Solomon trying to control but Smash Machine postures up.
Smash Machine prevents Solomon from improving his position.
Smash Machine trying to mount his opponent but Solomon defends it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Solomon actively working from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Solomon walks into a straight right hand from Smash Machine.
Solomon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Solomon connects with a single shot there.#CUT#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.#TD2#
Smash Machine looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Solomon keeping moving, preventing Smash Machine from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Solomon is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Solomon has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Smash Machine can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Smash Machine is looking to work some ground and pound but Solomon has wrist control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Smash Machine accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Solomon seems keen to control Smash Machine's posture.
Smash Machine tries to free his leg and advance position but Solomon is retaining full guard.
Solomon is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Smash Machine trying to control the position from guard on top but Solomon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Solomon circles away. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Smash Machine fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Solomon circles away.
Solomon looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Solomon connects with a jab.#CL2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and pushes Solomon back into the cage.#BC2#
Smash Machine breaks from the clinch.
Solomon walks into a jab.
Solomon moves away from the strike by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Solomon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smash Machine wants to clinch.#T3#
Smash Machine misses with a straight right.
Zekariays Solomon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Smash Machine has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Solomon finds it's way round the side to connect with Smash Machine's head. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Solomon enables Smash Machine to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Solomon manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Smash Machine looking to sit in guard and control but Solomon gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Solomon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Smash Machine throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Solomon escapes and throws Smash Machine's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Solomon trying to control the action but Smash Machine is working from the bottom. #T4#
Smash Machine tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Smash Machine taking punishment in the form of punches. #CUT#That has opened up Clinch King Smash Machine's cut even more.
Solomon working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Smash Machine is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Solomon trying to control the position but Smash Machine is working away.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Clinch King Smash Machine.
Well Smash Machine 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Clinch King Smash Machine!
Clinch King Smash Machine took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Un-Kaged Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: DMMA 256 Thorn vs Kirin
Date: Nov 04, 2023

#R1#
Smash Machine gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #KD#
and McCain counters with a head kick that drops Smash Machine to the mat! Smash Machine scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC#Smash Machine is rocked!
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A left lands for Smash Machine.
McCain throws a 1-2 combo that connects squarely on Smash Machine's jaw, knocking him onto his back! McCain dives in looking to finish as Smash Machine flails his arms in a desperate attempt to block McCain 's strikes! McCain is raining down hammerfists and the ref stops it! Smash Machine's desperate flailing just didn't constitute intelligent defence. Some people will probably question the ref's decision but Smash Machine was definitely hurt and the ref saved him from taking unnecessary punishment. A fighter's safety is paramount in this sport.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas McCain !
Our winner, Lucas McCain , 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.
Clinch King Smash Machine was interviewed post fight and said 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: DMMA 249 Nickel vs Widenose
Date: Oct 15, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Smash Machine decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Fish is not content to let Smash Machine control the position.#SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Fish is looking for a sweep. Smash Machine is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Fish manages to get to full guard.
Fish working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine trying to control but Fish is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smash Machine pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fish is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Smash Machine is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Smash Machine sitting in guard here, content to control.
Fish keeping full guard, as Smash Machine tries to pass.
Fish keeping moving, preventing Smash Machine from controlling successfully.
Fish is pulling down on Smash Machine's head. It's preventing any offense from Smash Machine, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Fish ducks under a wild hook from Smash Machine.
Nice takedown defense from Fish. No joy for Smash Machine on that attempt. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Fish misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine throws out a counter right but Fish avoids it with no problem.
Fish misses with a lunging right hand
and Smash Machine counters with a good low kick that Fish was not able to check.
Smash Machine 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 telegraphed right hand from Smash Machine misses the target.
Smash Machine uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fish.
Fish looks to score with a jab to the body but Smash Machine is just out of range.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Smash Machine.
Fish can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Fish knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3#
Smash Machine wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fish keeps working.
Fish manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Fish wants to control but Smash Machine is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Fish defends it well. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Fish is just riding it out for now. Smash Machine eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Fish won't allow Smash Machine to pass to mount.
Smash Machine works his way into side control. #SUB2#
Smash Machine tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Smash Machine has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Smash Machine trying to control the action but Fish is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fish tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Fish misses with a hook
enabling Smash Machine to counter with a crisp jab.
Smash Machine throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Smash Machine is looking to clinch but Fish is avoiding it.
Fish swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#TD2#
Smash Machine decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Fish slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Smash Machine sitting in guard here, content to control.
Smash Machine wants to pass the guard but Fish is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Fish had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Smash Machine defends it easily.
Smash Machine has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smash Machine trying to control the position from guard on top but Fish is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Smash Machine might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Fish haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Fish is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Smash Machine throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Fish works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Fish looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Fish keeping full guard, as Smash Machine tries to pass.
Smash Machine must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Smash Machine trying to control but Fish is working from the bottom. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Fish trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown but Fish shows good takedown defense.
Fish avoids a kick to the body.
Smash Machine shoots in looking for a takedown but Fish manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Smash Machine's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Fish quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Fish circles away. #TD2#
Smash Machine shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Smash Machine showed some decent athleticism there.
Smash Machine is trying to control. Fish wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Fish is concentrating on defense, preventing Smash Machine from advancing position. #T3#
Fish continues to stall.
Fish is refusing to be controlled, as Smash Machine sits in half guard.
Smash Machine trying to control from Fish's half guard. Fish has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Fish seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Fish trying to control the position here.
Smash Machine forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Fish doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Smash Machine.
Fish is looking to control Smash Machine's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Fish avoid being mounted?#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Fish wants to control the action here but instead Smash Machine manages to pass to full mount!
Fish wants to hold on but Smash Machine pushes him away.
Fish can't escape the position.
Smash Machine seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Fish is holding on tight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fish is wriggling around trying to escape. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Fish can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Fish is trying to escape the mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Fish's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Smash Machine decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Steve Fish has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Smash Machine wants to control but Fish is keeping him busy.
Fish is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Smash Machine's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Smash Machine's back!
Fish keeps control of the position as Smash Machine tries to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Smash Machine is in bad spot here.
Smash Machine is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Fish off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#T1##SUB#
Fish looking for the choke but no joy.
Smash Machine is trying to break free. #SUB#
Fish working for the choke.
Fish missing with strikes from the back.
Clinch King Smash Machine has got the better of the ground game so far.
Smash Machine trying to control the position but Fish manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Fish has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Fish tightening his grip on Smash Machine, looking for the choke. #T2#
Smash Machine looking very determined here, making life difficult for Fish.
Smash Machine has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Fish.
Smash Machine tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Smash Machine regains half guard.
Smash Machine is trying to control but can't.
Smash Machine has his hands clasped together around Fish's back. He's all about the action.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T3#
Smash Machine wants to control but Fish is keeping busy.
Smash Machine is looking for a sweep. Fish is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fish moves nicely into side control.
Smash Machine is looking to regain half guard here but Fish keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Fish goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Smash Machine rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Fish's guard! Nice work there by Smash Machine! #SUB#
Fish looking for a guillotine here but Smash Machine defends easily. #T4##SUB#
Fish working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Smash Machine has passed into half guard! #SUB2#
Smash Machine is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Fish sees it coming and defends easily.
Smash Machine trying to control the pace.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Fish looking for submissions off his back.

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 Steve Fish.
Well Smash Machine 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 Roger Salmon scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Clinch King Smash Machine!
Clinch King Smash Machine took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Un-Kaged Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: Nfld live 43
Date: Sep 02, 2023

#R1#
Vrana throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
Smash Machine pushes Vrana up against the cage in a clinch.
A short left from Vrana. #CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Smash Machine avoiding damage as Vrana throws knees to the body.
Vrana misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vrana with a knee to the head.
Vrana gets through Smash Machine's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Smash Machine is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Vrana is defending well for now.#TD#
Smash Machine has hold of one of Vrana's legs. Vrana is fighting the takedown attempt but Smash Machine gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Smash Machine trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Smash Machine has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Smash Machine trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vrana wants to get back to his feet but Smash Machine is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Vrana is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T1#
Vrana is wriggling around but Smash Machine manages to pass to half guard.
Vrana wants to get back to his feet.
Vrana avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine wants to pass the guard but Vrana is defending well. #SUB#
Smash Machine seems to be working for a kimura but Vrana defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Smash Machine seems to be working for a kimura but Vrana defends the submission attempt.
Vrana is trying to stand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Smash Machine slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Smash Machine is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Vrana sees it coming and defends easily.
Vrana is staying active underneath Smash Machine, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches up with Vrana, looking for a takedown. Smash Machine pushes Vrana against the cage but Vrana circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Smash Machine uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vrana.
An attempted straight right counter from Smash Machine misses the target.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Vrana.
Smash Machine displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vrana throws out the jab.
Alois Vrana seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A solid body kick from Vrana.
Vrana tries a low kick but Smash Machine avoids it.#T3#
Vrana is looking to clinch but Smash Machine is avoiding it.
Vrana looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Smash Machine ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Smash Machine appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Vrana sprawls well. Vrana wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Smash Machine gets slowly back to his feet.
Vrana misses with a kick to the body.
Vrana misses the jab.
Smash Machine fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vrana avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smash Machine 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 combination from Vrana does no damage.
Vrana swings widly with a right hand
and Smash Machine counters with a nice uppercut.
Smash Machine tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vrana defends well and Smash Machine ends up having to push Vrana into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#T4#
Knees in the clinch landing for Vrana.
Smash Machine lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Alois Vrana has been cut.#BC#
Smash Machine manages to break the clinch.
Smash Machine is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Vrana looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Vrana feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Smash Machines jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vrana looks to score with a jab to the body but Smash Machine is just out of range.
Vrana throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Smash Machine half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Vrana pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Vrana manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Alois Vrana is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Smash Machine tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vrana was well out of range. Poor timing from Smash Machine.#CL2#
Smash Machine tries to keep at a distance but Vrana has taken the fight into the clinch.
Vrana lands a body punch.
A shot in the inside from Vrana.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Vrana avoids the damage to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alois Vrana dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Good standup being displayed there by Vrana as he connects with a hook.
Smash Machine fails in his attempt to clinch.
Vrana throws a head kick but Smash Machine moves out of range.
Smash Machine misses with a wild combination.
Vrana has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vrana throws a front kick that sends Smash Machine stumbling back into the cage.
Vrana wants to land a leg kick but Smash Machine is out of range.
It looked like Smash Machine wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Smash Machine takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Smash Machine lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown but Vrana shows good takedown defense.
Vrana throws a body kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine misses with an uppercut.
Vrana dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Smash Machine. That did some damage!
Vrana has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Vrana tries to clinch up.
Vrana lunges at Smash Machine with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Smash Machine's hand.
Smash Machine has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Smash Machine there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Vrana goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Vrana scoring well with a low kick there.
The fight stays on the outside here - Vrana looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD#
Smash Machine looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Vrana!
Vrana tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Vrana is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there. #SUB#
Smash Machine swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Vrana is now in Smash Machine's guard. A big mistake from Smash Machine there, giving up the dominant position!
Smash Machine trying to control the position. #T2#
Vrana wanted to stand there but Smash Machine had control of the position. #SU2#
Vrana stands and steps away. Smash Machine gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vrana keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Smash Machine fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Vrana forces Smash Machine back against the cage and clinches.
Vrana connects with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine is working for takedown but Vrana is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vrana swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Smash Machine manages to break the clinch.
Smash Machine doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Smash Machine throws a head kick that misses.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #CL2#
Vrana instigates a clinch. #T3#
Vrana misses with a punch to the body.
Smash Machine drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #TD#
Smash Machine is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Vrana can't fight it off and eventually Smash Machine manages to take the fight to the floor. Vrana looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Smash Machine stops Vrana from standing up. #ES2#
Vrana pushes Smash Machine off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Vrana uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Smash Machine has time to react.
Vrana throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Smash Machine seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Vrana comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Vrana throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Vrana throws a leg kick but Smash Machine checks it. #T4#
Smash Machine throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vrana sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD#
Smash Machine scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
This has been an exciting period of action!#ES2#
Vrana manages to escape and get back to his feet!
A slow jab from Smash Machine misses its intended target. #CL2#
Vrana instigates a clinch. #BC#
Smash Machine escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vrana looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Vrana dips to his left and cracks Smash Machine with an uppercut!
Vrana throws out a loose jab but Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alois Vrana seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Smash Machine fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Vrana on the side of the head.
Vrana tries to clinch up.
Smash Machine half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Vrana throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Smash Machine tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Vrana swivels and escapes.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Vrana as he jumps to the side.
Vrana swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alois Vrana showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Smash Machine closes this distance looking for a takedown but Vrana circles away.
Smash Machine dives in and grabs Vrana's left leg, looking for a takedown. Vrana pushes down on Smash Machine's head and hops out.
Vrana flicks out a counter leg kick but Smash Machine steps away.
Vrana pushes Smash Machine away with a front kick.#CL2#
Vrana instigates a clinch.
Smash Machine landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Smash Machine looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smash Machine is trying to pull guard but Vrana has him pressed against the cage.
Vrana blocks the elbow strike.
Smash Machine fails to pull guard.
Vrana with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Vrana with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Vrana tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot in the inside from Vrana.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Smash Machine obliges.
Vrana tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #TD#
Smash Machine has Vrana pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Smash Machine pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Vrana tumbling to the mat - Smash Machine dives into Vrana's guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smash Machine trying to control the position from guard on top but Vrana is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Vrana wants to stand up but Smash Machine is controlling him.
Smash Machine controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Smash Machine working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Vrana wants to stand but Smash Machine is controlling the position.
Vrana avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Vrana keeping moving, preventing Smash Machine from controlling successfully.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Vrana misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Smash Machine looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Smash Machine.
Vrana misses with an attempted mid kick. #CL2#
Vrana moves into the clinch.
Smash Machine looking for a takedown.
Vrana trying to stall but Smash Machine improves his position.
Vrana working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vrana throws a punch but it's blocked by Smash Machine.
Vrana looking to slow down the pace here.
Vrana tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Vrana lands a right hand. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vrana.
Vrana tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
Smash Machine is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vrana cracks Smash Machine with a nice body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Smash Machine is trying to force a seperation but Vrana has the dominant position.
Smash Machine is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vrana to keep the fight standing.
Smash Machine lands a good knee to the midsection. Vrana won't want to take too many of those.#TD#
Smash Machine has clasped his hands together around Vrana's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.

Vrana sneaks out the side door and pushes Smash Machine away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A shot to the body from Vrana misses
and Smash Machine counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vrana throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Vrana fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nice body punch from Vrana. #TD#
Smash Machine scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.

Vrana throws Smash Machine to one side and escapes!#T4#
The fighters circle momentarily. Smash Machine darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Smash Machine fails with a takedown attempt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Vrana.
Vrana is looking to clinch but Smash Machine is avoiding it.
Vrana wants to clinch.
Vrana throws a head kick that looked like it stung.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alois Vrana!
Clinch King Smash Machine spoke after the fight, saying 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: Nfld live 39
Date: Jul 22, 2023

#R1#
Kebab slips under a jab from Smash Machine.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kebab! But no joy.
Smash Machine swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A nice side step and Kebab releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nice defenses there by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine feints and then cracks Kebab's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kebab down.
Smash Machine tries to work over Kebab's front leg with a kick but Kebab checks it.
Smash Machine misses with a looping right.
We've been hearing reports that Smash Machine has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Smash Machine fakes the leg kick and cracks Kebab in the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine tries to bum rush Kebab with a series of wild strikes but Kebab uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kebab looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Smash Machine fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kebab.#TD#
Smash Machine looking to score a takedown here. Kebab is defending well but Smash Machine drives through and ends up in Kebab's guard.
Smash Machine works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T1##SUB#
Smash Machine is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Smash Machine is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Kebab to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
Smash Machine's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kebab is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Smash Machine controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kebab really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Smash Machine. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Smash Machine won't allow Kebab to get back to his feet. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kebab has his hands on Smash Machine's head, controlling the position.
Kebab keeping full guard, as Smash Machine tries to pass.
Kebab controlling Smash Machine's posture.
Smash Machine trying to control but Kebab is working from the bottom.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB#
Smash Machine drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Smash Machine jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Smash Machine misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kebab.
Kebab swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Kebab 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.
Smash Machine will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Smash Machine throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kebab counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Smash Machine shoots in but Kebab avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Smash Machine throws a lazy head kick
enabling Kebab to counter with a crisp jab.
Smash Machine misses with an uppercut
and Kebab counters with a nice body kick.
Rulla Kebab is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown but Kebab shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kebab looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.#KD2#
Kebab lands a big right hand that sends Smash Machine crashing to the mat! Kebab stays standing though and waves Smash Machine back to his feet!#ROC2#Smash Machine is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kebab misses with a lunging right hand
and Smash Machine counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kebab thinking.
Oh Smash Machine is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
Kebab ducks under a wild hook from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine seems to have got his legs back now.
Smash Machine misses with a takedown attempt
and Kebab counters with a left to the body.
Smash Machine is breathing heavily.
A slow jab from Kebab misses its intended target.
A little feinted left hand from Smash Machine on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Smash Machine fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kebab avoids it really well and circles away.
Kebab throws a big counter head kick but Smash Machine avoids it with no problem.
Smash Machine tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kebab swivels and escapes.
A little jabbing left from Kebab on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Smash Machine misses with a takedown attempt
and Kebab counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is getting worse.
Kebab throws an overhand right that lands on Smash Machine's shoulder, as Smash Machine tries to avoid the shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Smash Machine misses its target.
Smash Machine lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kebab takes a step back to recover.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rulla Kebab dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Smash Machine misses with a takedown
and Kebab counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smash Machine motions for Kebab to come forward. Smash Machine throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kebab was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A big right from Smash Machine misses.
Good leg kick by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine looks to throw the jab but Kebab is out of range.
Smash Machine takes a swing at Kebab's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine misses with a takedown #KD2#
and Kebab counters with a crisp right hand that drops Smash Machine! Kebab lets Smash Machine back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Kebab 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Kebab gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T1#
Kebab seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Kebab working for a triangle but Smash Machine defends it easily.
Smash Machine trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Smash Machine throwing strikes from guard but Kebab blocks nicely.
Smash Machine throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Smash Machine trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kebab holds on and takes a little breather.
Kebab controls Smash Machine momentarily but Smash Machine frees himself. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kebab ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Smash Machine closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kebab circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kebab bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kebab slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Smash Machine fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kebab avoids it really well and circles away.#T3#
Kebab on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Smash Machine. Smash Machine obviously looking to wear him down.
Smash Machine throws a sloppy head kick and Kebab moves out of range easily.
Kebab walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Smash Machine rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kebab counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#Jeez, Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Smash Machine will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Smash Machine backing away here, and Kebab unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Smash Machine lands with a nice body punch.
Kebab has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT#It looks like Rulla Kebab has been cut.#T4#
Smash Machine connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kebab momentarily.
Smash Machine tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kebab swivels and escapes.
Smash Machine fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD#
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.

Kebab pushes Smash Machine off and gets back to his feet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kebab avoids the head kick by Smash Machine.
Kebab doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Smash Machine will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kebab let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kebab! But no joy.
Kebab uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Smash Machine.
Kebab avoids the body shot from Smash Machine.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Rulla Kebab will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Smash Machine's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Smash Machine swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kebab counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #KD2#
Kebab lands a big uppercut and Smash Machine crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Smash Machine looks OK. Kebab waves Smash Machine back to his feet!

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Clinch King Smash Machine's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Rulla Kebab!
Rulla Kebab seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Clinch King Smash Machine had this to say: 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: Nfld FN 43
Date: Jun 15, 2023

#R1#
Smash Machine misses with a takedown attempt
and Marley counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Smash Machine fails to land with a series of punches.
Smash Machine swings widly with a right hand
and Marley counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Marley fails in his attempt to clinch.
Marley throws a sloppy head kick and Smash Machine moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Marley gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Marley working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Marley is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Marley is trying to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Marley's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Marley throws a series of punches but Smash Machine avoids them all with ease.
A telegraphed right hand from Smash Machine misses the target.
Smash Machine dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Marley dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Marley leaves Smash Machine with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Smash Machine takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Smash Machine 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.
Marley takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #TD#
Smash Machine scores with a takedown into Marley's guard.
Smash Machine wants to control from the top but Marley keeps moving. #SUB2#
Marley has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Smash Machine can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Smash Machine avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T2##ES2#
Marley uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Marley goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
And Smash Machine counters with a quick kick to the body but Marley blocks it.
Marley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smash Machine avoids the head kick by Marley.
Marley throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Smash Machine tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Marley defends well and Smash Machine ends up having to push Marley into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Marley tries to counter by closing the distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Smash Machine has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Marley regains guard immediately.
Smash Machine trying to control but Marley is working from the bottom.
Smash Machine has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Marley throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T3#
Smash Machine's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Smash Machine wants to control from the top but Marley keeps moving.
Smash Machine looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Marley throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Smash Machine trying to control but Marley is working from the bottom. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Marley has his foot on Smash Machine's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Smash Machine works his way back into a safe position though.
Smash Machine loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Smash Machine drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Smash Machine seems to have locked his on tight now - Marley screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Smash Machine, as he picks up the win!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Clinch King Smash Machine!
An out of breath and clearly excited Clinch King Smash Machine thanked Un-Kaged Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
The defeated Rakeem Marley had this to say: 'I'll be back better, jah bless'.

Event: Nfld live 31
Date: May 13, 2023

#R1#
Takala misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Smash Machine half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Smash Machine misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Takala to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Takala scores with a shot to the body.
Takala scores with a jab. Smash Machine acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Takala avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Takala fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Takala paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Takala slips a jab from Smash Machine.
Takala with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Takala is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Takala as he avoids it easily.
Smash Machine wants to clinch up but Takala keeps it at a distance.
Takala tries to counter by closing the distance.
Smash Machine connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Smash Machine wants to clinch up but Takala keeps it at a distance.
Smash Machine backing away here, and Takala unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Smash Machine works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Smash Machine. Takala does a little dance to reset his feet.
Smash Machine throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Smash Machine lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Takala moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Takala lands with a kick to the temple. Smash Machine shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Donk. Takala catches Smash Machine right on the button with a cross.#CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is getting worse.#KD2#
Takala lands a big shot that drops Smash Machine! Can he finish him? #ROC2#Smash Machine is rocked!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for a triangle but Takala pushes his legs off easily.
Oh Smash Machine is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for a triangle but Takala pushes his legs off easily.
Smash Machine seems to have got his legs back now.
Smash Machine working a defensive guard but Takala manages to pass into side control anyway.
You can see the frustration on Smash Machine's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Smash Machine is looking for a sweep.
Smash Machine has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
You can see the frustration on Smash Machine's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Smash Machine is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Smash Machine wants to improve his position but Takala is controlling well.
Takala tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Smash Machine. #T3##SUB#
Smash Machine looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Smash Machine is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Takala pulls his head out easily.
Smash Machine has a hand on Takala's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Takala takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Takala can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Smash Machine is looking to escape.
Smash Machine is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
Smash Machine tries to lock up and control but Takala gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Smash Machine is desperately trying to improve his position but Takala has a good base and remains in mount.
Smash Machine gets back to half guard.
Smash Machine has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Takala is working away from the top position though.
Takala seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Smash Machine keeping hold of Takala's head, controlling as best he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tino Takala dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##CL#
Smash Machine rushes Takala and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Takala takes a knee right on the jaw!
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Takala has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Smash Machine is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Takala gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Smash Machine keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Takala's efforts to push away.
Smash Machine lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Tino Takala has been cut.
Takala has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Takala blocks it.
Smash Machine pushes off an throws an elbow but Takala leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#BC2#
Takala breaks the clinch.
Takala throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Smash Machine.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Takala sprawls well. Takala wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Smash Machine gets slowly back to his feet.#TD#
Takala gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T1#
Smash Machine trying to control the position from guard on top but Takala is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smash Machine sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Smash Machine wants to control from the top but Takala keeps moving.
Smash Machine pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Takala is keeping the position for now. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Smash Machine trying to control the position from guard on top but Takala is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tino Takala has got the better of the ground game so far.
Smash Machine not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Smash Machine advances to half guard.
Smash Machine wants to lay and pray for a moment but Takala keeps working.
Smash Machine wants to pass the guard but Takala is defending well.
Smash Machine will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Smash Machine prevents Takala from standing back up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##CL#
Smash Machine clinches. #BC2#
Takala manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Smash Machine rushes Takala and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Takala tries to break free but Smash Machine pushes him back against the cage.
Takala is trying to break free.
Takala has had enough of the clinch but Smash Machine keeps him there for the moment.#BC2#
Takala manages to break the clinch.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD#
Smash Machine shoots in and gets a takedown into Takala's guard.
Takala is looking to stand up but Smash Machine isn't so interested in that idea.
Smash Machine is pushing down on Takala's leg trying to pass to half guard. Takala is fighting to maintain full guard but Smash Machine has managed to sneak the leg through.
Smash Machine is trying to control. Takala wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
Takala wants to get back to his feet.
Smash Machine stalling away here and it's allowed Takala to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Smash Machine wants to control from the top but Takala keeps moving.
Smash Machine controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Smash Machine lands a really nice looking cross but Takala seems unphased.
Smash Machine misses the jab.
Takala avoids a punch combination nicely. #TD#
Smash Machine looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Takala keeping moving, preventing Smash Machine from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Smash Machine is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Smash Machine trying to control but Takala is working from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Smash Machine accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Smash Machine trying to control but Takala is working from the bottom.
Takala keeping full guard, as Smash Machine tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Takala throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Smash Machine takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Takala feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Smash Machines jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Takala keeps the fight on the outside.
Takala misses with a wild combination.
A big right from Takala misses.
Takala dips to his left and cracks Smash Machine with an uppercut!
Smash Machine checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Smash Machine tries to counter with a takedown but Takala is quick to defend against it.
Smash Machine is looking to clinch but Takala is avoiding it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Smash Machine looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Takala scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Smash Machine doesn't seem bothered though. #T3#
Smash Machine cracks Takala with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#TD#
Smash Machine looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Smash Machine sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Takala's guard.
Takala wants to get back to his feet.
Smash Machine is pressing down on Takala's thigh, looking to free his foot. Takala is holding on for now.
Smash Machine is taking a breather. Takala says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Smash Machine is looking to advance position but Takala won't allow it. #T4##SUB#
Smash Machine is trying to work for a kimura but Takala is defending well.
Smash Machine is stalling here. Takala is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Smash Machine seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Takala has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Smash Machine wants to control but Takala postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smash Machine is looking to reverse the position.
Smash Machine is working hard here to advance position.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tino Takala!
An out of breath Tino Takala thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Clinch King Smash Machine was interviewed post fight and said 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: Nfld FN 39
Date: Apr 13, 2023

#R1#
Marley displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Smash Machine throws out the jab.
Smash Machine moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Smash Machine clinches up against the cage.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Marley wants to get back to striking at distance but Smash Machine won't allow it.
Smash Machine is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Marley is defending well for now.
Smash Machine has Marley pressed against the cage, preventing Marley from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Smash Machine tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Smash Machine 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.
Smash Machine connects with a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Rakeem Marley has been cut.
Marley is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Smash Machine is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Marley pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Marley on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine scores with a shot to the side of Marley's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine scores with a knee to the head.
Marley'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.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Marley blocks with his arms.
Smash Machine lands a shoulder strike. #T1#
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Marley is trying to break the clinch but Smash Machine has him pressed against the cage.
Smash Machine misses with a hook from the clinch.
A knee to the head by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Marley is defending well for now.
Marley is trying to break the clinch but Smash Machine has him pressed against the cage.
Smash Machine keeps control of Marley as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Marley tries to break free but Smash Machine pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Marley breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Marley misses with an uppercut.
Smash Machine avoids a punch combination nicely. #CL#
Smash Machine clinches up against the cage.
Smash Machine prevents Marley from breaking the clinch.#T2#
Smash Machine landing knees to the head. #ROC#Marley is rocked!
Marley is looking to break free of the clinch but Smash Machine has double underhooks.
Marley is still on wobbly legs! Can Smash Machine finish him?
Smash Machine pushes Marley back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Marley misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Smash Machine decides to pull guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Marley stands and steps away. Smash Machine gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
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!
Marley walks straight into a right hand from Smash Machine - that's dropped him! Smash Machine jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Marley from any more punishment! Marley 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 2:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Clinch King Smash Machine!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Clinch King Smash Machine made sure he mentioned Un-Kaged Nutrition, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
In defeat, Rakeem Marley stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'll be back better, jah bless'.

Event: Nfld FN 37
Date: Mar 16, 2023

#R1#
Edmond looks to score with a jab to the body but Smash Machine is just out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Smash Machine looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Smash Machine misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Edmond counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.#CL#
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Smash Machine pulls guard successfully. #SUB#
Smash Machine is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Edmond rolls with it to try and escape but Smash Machine cranks on the arm and Edmond is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Clinch King Smash Machine!
Clinch King Smash Machine managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Un-Kaged Nutrition, into his post fight interview.

Event: Nfld live 23
Date: Feb 18, 2023

#R1#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Smash Machine - that will leave a mark!
Smash Machine throws a head kick but Minnagh moves out of range.
Minnagh steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Minnagh steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Smash Machine.
Minnagh sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Smash Machine misses with a lunging right hand
and Minnagh counters with a nice body kick. #TD#
Smash Machine drives through with a takedown into Minnagh's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Smash Machine wants to control from the top but Minnagh keeps moving.
Smash Machine won't allow Minnagh to get back to his feet.
Smash Machine throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Minnagh works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Smash Machine postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Minnagh is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Smash Machine looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Minnagh is looking to stand up but Smash Machine isn't so interested in that idea.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Smash Machine throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Smash Machine trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Smash Machine trying to control the position from guard on top but Minnagh is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Minnagh takes a jab right on the kisser.
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smash Machine misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Minnagh pushes Smash Machine away with a front kick.
Minnagh steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine swats away the attempt to clinch by Minnagh.
Smash Machine throws a big counter combination but Minnagh scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T2#
Smash Machine misses with an uppercut
and Minnagh counters with a flying knee. Nice. #TD#
Smash Machine closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Minnagh to the mat! Minnagh manages to get full guard.
Smash Machine stops Minnagh from standing up. #SUB#
Smash Machine drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Smash Machine jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Minnagh can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Smash Machine controls the pace.
Smash Machine stops Minnagh from standing up.
Smash Machine has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T3#
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Smash Machine working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Minnagh wants to stand up but Smash Machine is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Smash Machine misses with a body shot.
Minnagh wants to counter with a clinch but Smash Machine pushes him away.
Smash Machine with a lazy takedown attempt
and Minnagh counters with a stiff right hand.
Smash Machine takes a swing at Minnagh's ribcage but misses.
Smash Machine waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Minnagh.
Minnagh wants to counter with a clinch but Smash Machine pushes him away.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Smash Machine 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 Minnagh has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Minnagh and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Smash Machine dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Minnagh walks into a jab.#T4#
Minnagh tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smash Machine was well out of range. Poor timing from Minnagh.
Smash Machine connects with the punch.
Smash Machine throws a shot to the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Smash Machine is defended easily by Minnagh.
Smash Machine feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Minnaghs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Smash Machine with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2#
and Minnagh holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine 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#
Smash Machine darts in looking for a takedown but Minnagh gets double underhooks and turns Smash Machine into the cage.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Minnagh.
Knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine lands an elbow that stopped Minnagh in his tracks for a moment. #CUT#It looks like Bobby Minnagh has been cut.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Minnagh.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Minnagh has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Minnagh can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Minnagh makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Minnagh.
Smash Machine pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Minnagh avoids it.
Minnagh lands a right hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Minnagh tries to work over Smash Machine's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Smash Machine tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Minnagh smiles and moves away.
Smash Machine swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Minnagh.#T1#
Minnagh is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Smash Machine. #CL#
Smash Machine clinches up with Minnagh and pushes him back against the cage.
Minnagh trying to control the position but instead, Smash Machine has worked for underhooks and has pushed Minnagh into the cage.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
A short right from Minnagh.
Minnagh prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smash Machine creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Smash Machine has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Minnagh avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Smash Machine lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Minnagh tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #T2#
Minnagh scores with a hook to the body.
Minnagh pressing his opponent against the cage.
Minnagh misses with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Smash Machine.
Minnagh misses with some punches.
Minnagh lands a body shot.
Smash Machine is looking for a takedown.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
With the fighters up against the cage, Smash Machine throws an elbow but misses.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Minnagh takes an elbow to the forehead.
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!
Minnagh misses with a hook from the clinch.
Minnagh manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Minnagh avoids the damage to the body.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Smash Machine swings wildly with an uppercut but Minnagh uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
A left hand lands to the body for Minnagh.
Minnagh lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Minnagh digs a right hand into Smash Machine's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Smash Machine's gas tank.
Minnagh cracks Smash Machine with a nice body shot.
Nice body punch from Minnagh.
Minnagh displaying some good clinch control by pressing Smash Machine up against the cage.
Minnagh misses with some punches.
Minnagh lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Minnagh gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Minnagh blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Minnagh'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.
Smash Machine is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Minnagh can do to turn this around?
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Minnagh scores with a hook to the body.
Minnagh makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T4#
Minnagh lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Smash Machine tries for a takedown. No joy.
A body shot lands from Minnagh.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smash Machine.
Minnagh lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Minnagh lands a left hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Minnagh takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Minnagh is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Smash Machine is keeping busy.
Minnagh throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Minnagh lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Smash Machine.
Minnagh cracks Smash Machine with a nice body shot.
Minnagh taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Minnagh lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Minnagh.
Minnagh goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Minnagh.
Minnagh lands a body punch.
Bobby Minnagh seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Minnagh can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bobby Minnagh showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bobby Minnagh's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Smash Machine pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Smash Machine throws a head kick but Minnagh moves out of range.
Minnagh thinks about the counter body kick.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Minnagh but Minnagh pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Smash Machine wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine shoots and misses #CL2#
and Minnagh counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Minnagh.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Minnagh.
Minnagh has a couple of punches blocked by Smash Machine.
Minnagh blocks an elbow strike.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #T1#
Smash Machine has a couple of punches blocked by Minnagh.
Minnagh working aggressively here.
Smash Machine goes for a takedown in the clinch but Minnagh prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Minnagh throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Minnagh throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smash Machines head. #CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
A head punch on the inside from Minnagh fails to land.
Minnagh lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Minnagh is working Smash Machine over against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Minnagh.
Minnagh can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Minnagh stalls.
Minnagh digs a right hand into Smash Machine's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Smash Machine's gas tank.
Minnagh scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Minnagh lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Minnagh throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Minnagh lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Minnagh is struggling to control the position.#T2#
Minnagh managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Minnagh works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Minnagh.
Minnagh misses with some punches.
Smash Machine misses with a punch on the inside.
Minnagh misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right from Minnagh on the inside.
Minnagh lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Minnagh lands an uppercut.
Minnagh lands with a right to the head.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Smash Machine creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A short right from Minnagh.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Smash Machine tries for a takedown but Minnagh manages to get underhooks.
Minnagh lands an uppercut.
Smash Machine tries for a takedown. No joy. #T3#
Minnagh cracks Smash Machine with a nice body shot.
Minnagh stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Minnagh throws a head punch that misses.
Smash Machine is working for takedown but Minnagh is calmly controlling the position for now.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Minnagh.
Minnagh is stalling here.
Minnagh lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Minnagh gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Smash Machine.
Minnagh stalling the fight.
Minnagh tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
Smash Machine is working for takedown but Minnagh is calmly controlling the position for now.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Minnagh lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Smash Machine or not.
A short uppercut from Minnagh.
Minnagh scores with a shot to the side of Smash Machine's head.
Minnagh tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Smash Machine takes a shot to the head.
Minnagh taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Minnagh works on Smash Machine's body with a couple of short punches.
A short uppercut from Minnagh.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Minnagh lands a right hand.
Minnagh is looking to control Smash Machine's arms but Smash Machine gets an underhook and turns him. Now Minnagh has his back to the cage.
Smash Machine can't get the takedown.
Minnagh lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Minnagh lands with a light punch inside.
Minnagh lands with a short shot to the head.
Minnagh misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Minnagh has Smash Machine pressed against the cage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Minnagh.
Minnagh struggles to land a body shot inside as Smash Machine controls his hands.
Minnagh softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Minnagh is trying to maintain a safe position but Smash Machine gets an underhook and turns Minnagh into the cage.
Minnagh content to slow the pace in the clinch.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Peck scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobby Minnagh!
A relieved looking Bobby Minnagh thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Clinch King Smash Machine stepped up to the mic, saying 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: Nfld 29
Date: Jan 21, 2023

#R1#
Smash Machine takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Marley looks to land a right hand but Smash Machine moved out of range.
Marley misses with a straight right.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Smash Machine 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.
Smash Machine wants to clinch up but Marley keeps it at a distance.
Smash Machine moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Marley pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Marley lands with a straight right. Smash Machine didn't see that one coming.#CUT#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Marley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smash Machine was well out of range. Poor timing from Marley.
Marley throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Smash Machine counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
Smash Machine thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Smash Machine tries to free his leg and advance position but Marley is retaining full guard.
Smash Machine stays in close to Marley's body and controls the position.
Smash Machine slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T1##SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Marley knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Smash Machine controls the position from side control.#SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Marley has escaped the position, nice work there.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Marley is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Smash Machine asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Marley on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Marley tries to get out of the position.
A lull in the action here as Smash Machine stalls from top position.
Smash Machine works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#T3##SUB2#
Smash Machine tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Smash Machine working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Smash Machine wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Marley, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Marley is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T4#
Smash Machine working the ground and pound but Marley is defending the strikes.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Marley is trying to escape the position but Smash Machine is controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Smash Machine tries to move into full mount but can't pass Marley's legs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Smash Machine has his takedown stuffed
and Marley counters with a nice low kick that buckles Smash Machine's knee momentarily.
Smash Machine with a hook.
Marley throws a hook but Smash Machine avoids it easily.
A jab from Marley misses.
Ezekiel Marley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marley closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Marley scores with a body shot.
Marley catches Smash Machine with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#TD2#
Smash Machine dives in and scores a takedown into Marley's guard.
Smash Machine is stalling in the full guard.
Smash Machine trying to control but Marley is working from the bottom.
Smash Machine loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Smash Machine advances to half guard.
Smash Machine wants to free his trapped foot but Marley is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura but Marley is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Smash Machine to get the leverage.
Marley is staying active underneath Smash Machine, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Smash Machine looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Smash Machine wants to lay and pray for a moment but Marley keeps working.
Smash Machine is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Marley doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Smash Machine.
Marley pushes Smash Machine off looking to stand but Smash Machine dives back in and keeps control. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura here.
Marley tries to kick Smash Machine off but Smash Machine keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T3#
Marley keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Marley is looking to get back to is feet but Smash Machine passes into side control.
Marley tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking for the choke from the back position but Marley is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Marley is squirming around looking to escape but he's just wriggling himself into more trouble. Smash Machine sinks in the hooks and manages to tighten his grip on a rear naked choke. Marley has no choice but to tap and Smash Machine jumps to his feet to celebrate and slick submission win!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Clinch King Smash Machine!
After the big win, Clinch King Smash Machine made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Un-Kaged Nutrition and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: Nfld christmas special
Date: Dec 29, 2022

#R1#
Niska needs to keep his hands up - Smash Machine had a free shot at his head there.
Smash Machine throws a half hearted mid kick.
Smash Machine lunges at Niska with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Niska's hand.
Niska feints and then cracks Smash Machine's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Smash Machine down.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Niska circles away.
Smash Machine misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Niska.
Nice jab there from Smash Machine.
Niska waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smash Machine.
Niska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smash Machine was well out of range. Poor timing from Niska.
Niska misses with a low kick.
Niska throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Smash Machine counters with a body kick.
Good work by Smash Machine as he checks the leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine scores with a jab. Niska acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL2#
Smash Machine instigates a clinch.
Niska controlling the action here for a moment.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Niska has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #T1#
Smash Machine landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Smash Machine looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Niska is blocking nicely.
Smash Machine fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smash Machine working Niska over with knees to the body.
Niska blocks an uppercut.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Smash Machine is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Niska avoids it.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Stalling in the clinch from Niska.
Smash Machine has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Niska avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Niska can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Smash Machine lands an elbow inside. #CUT2#It looks like Juha Niska has been cut.#T2#
Niska is looking for a takedown.
Niska has been working on his balance at Sparks gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine is pressed up against the cage. Niska has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Smash Machine down to the mat. Smash Machine avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Smash Machine scores with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Niska walks into a left hand.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Smash Machine.
Niska throws a low kick but Smash Machine avoids it.
Smash Machine moves out of range of the strikes.#TD2#
Smash Machine changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Niska looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Niska is trying to get back to half guard.
Niska prevents Smash Machine from improving position. #T3#
Niska tries to buck Smash Machine off but Smash Machine is having none of it.
Smash Machine with the ground and pound but Niska regains half guard under the barage of strikes. #ES#
Niska kicks off Smash Machine and gets to his feet.
Niska throws a leg kick but Smash Machine sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Niska shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Smash Machine but Smash Machine pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Juha Niska. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smash Machine shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Niska pinned against the cage. Niska gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
It looked like Niska wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Smash Machine will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Niska moves into range and connects with a jab. #TD2#
Smash Machine feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Smash Machine wants to control from the top but Niska keeps moving.
Smash Machine trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Smash Machine is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Smash Machine looking to sit in guard and control but Niska gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Smash Machine looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Niska has picked Smash Machine up and slammed him! Smash Machine can't keep hold of the triangle and Niska manages to pass to side control!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Juha Niska's cut.
That's time! Niska's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Smash Machine tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Niska defends well and Smash Machine ends up having to push Niska into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Niska just misses with a punch to the body.
Smash Machine misses with a wild combination.
Smash Machine is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Niska takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Niska is having none of it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Niska. Smash Machine does a little dance to reset his feet.
Niska drops his hands momentarily and Smash Machine takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Niska swings for the body but Smash Machine moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine tries to land a front kick but Niska steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Niska shoots in for a takedown but Smash Machine shows good takedown defense.
Niska shoots for a takedown but Smash Machine saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Niska just misses with a punch to the body.
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Niska sizes up Smash Machine with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Smash Machine misses with a takedown attempt - Niska sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Niska misses with a jab, cross combination.
Smash Machine throws out a counter right but Niska avoids it with no problem.
Smash Machine looks for a takedown but Niska sprawls well.
Juha Niska has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clinch King Smash Machine.
Decent striking displayed by Smash Machine there.
Niska listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Niska digs a good body shot into Smash Machine's ribs.
Niska fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Smash Machine slips under a jab from Niska.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL#
Niska moves into the clinch.
Smash Machine scores a nice knee to the body. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Niska blocks a body shot from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Niska blocks it.
Smash Machine lands an uppercut.
Niska slows down the pace here.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Niska.
Smash Machine blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Niska avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Smash Machine crunches a lovely knee into Niska's ribcage.
Smash Machine is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Niska tries to score a body lock takedown but Smash Machine shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Niska blocks with his arms. #T3#
Smash Machine throws a head punch that misses.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body. #TD2#
Smash Machine jumps guard.
Niska advances position into side control!
Smash Machine can't do much from the bottom here.
Smash Machine is being controlled here.
Smash Machine is looking for a sweep.
Niska wants to control but Smash Machine is keeping him busy. #T4#
Smash Machine can't do much from the bottom here.
Niska is looking to take a break and control but Smash Machine is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Niska working away.
Niska wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smash Machine keeps working.
Niska content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Clinch King Smash Machine will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Juha Niska's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Smash Machine is looking to land body kicks.
Jab from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine is looking to clinch.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Smash Machine fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Niska avoids it really well and circles away.
Niska throws a low kick but it's checked well by Smash Machine.
Niska moves out of range of the strikes.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Niska throws a head kick that misses.
Smash Machine fails with an attempt to clinch.
Niska is looking for a counter combo.
A jab lands there for Smash Machine.
Niska shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #TD2#
Smash Machine fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Niska sprawls well initially but Smash Machine persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T1#
Niska is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Niska has managed to free his arm - good work.
Smash Machine stalling.
The fighters are battling for position here. Niska manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Smash Machine trying to control the position from guard on top but Niska is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Niska keeping full guard, as Smash Machine tries to pass.
Smash Machine wants to control from the top but Niska keeps moving.
Niska working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Niska throws a shot from downtown. Smash Machine moves away and avoids it.
Smash Machine looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Niska is fending him off so far but Smash Machine persists. Nope, Niska circles away and we're back to standing.
It looked like Niska wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Niska smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T3#
Niska throws a head kick that half lands.
Niska stuffs the takedown.
Juha Niska has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clinch King Smash Machine.
Smash Machine feints a jab promting Niska to slip. Smash Machine then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Niska slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Smash Machine stuffs the takedown.
Smash Machine takes a head kick and keeps coming.
A big left from Smash Machine misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Smash Machine is defended easily by Niska.
Clinch King Smash Machine is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Niska leaves Smash Machine with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Niska fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Niska stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Niska wants it to stay on the feet.
Niska walks into a left hand. #T4#
Niska connects with a solid leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Niska throws a leg kick but Smash Machine checks it.
Smash Machine keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Niska keeps the fight on the outside.
Juha Niska has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Niska lands the left hand.
Smash Machine takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Niska uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Smash Machine.
Niska appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Smash Machine moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up but Niska swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up.
Smash Machine takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Smash Machine takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Smash Machine throws an off balance right hand
and Niska counters with a two punch combo.
Niska throws a right hand that misses
and Smash Machine counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Juha Niska showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Smash Machine has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Clinch King Smash Machine!
Clinch King Smash Machine made sure to mention his sponsor, Un-Kaged Nutrition in his post fight interview.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 212
Date: Dec 07, 2022

#R1#
Muller takes one on the button.
Smash Machine just misses with a punch to the body.
Muller on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Smash Machine looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Muller jabs Smash Machine right on the nose. Smash Machine blinks but takes it well.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Smash Machine 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.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Muller looks to land a right hand but Smash Machine moved out of range.
Smash Machine drops his hands momentarily and Muller takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Muller misses with a jab, cross combination.
Muller dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Smash Machine. That did some damage!
Muller throws a body punch but Smash Machine moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smash Machine cracks Muller with a good jab.
Muller scores with a head kick. Smash Machine tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Smash Machine defending well as Muller loads up on a big left hand.
Muller looks to score with a jab to the body but Smash Machine is just out of range.
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Muller circles away.
Smash Machine throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL2#
Smash Machine fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Muller, pushing him back against the cage.
Muller is pressed up against the cage. Smash Machine has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Muller down to the mat. Muller avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Muller throws out a powerful jab.#T1#
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Muller swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Smash Machine dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches.
Muller blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine blocks the elbow strike.
Smash Machine throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Muller swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Muller misses with an elbow strike.
Muller'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.
Smash Machine with a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Stefan Muller has been cut.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Smash Machine as Muller tries to tie him up.
Smash Machine avoids the elbow strike from Muller, against the cage.
Nice elbow from Smash Machine.
Muller is trying to break the clinch but Smash Machine is controlling him.
Smash Machine blocks the elbow strike.
Muller lands a right hand.
A short left from Smash Machine. #T2##TD2#
Smash Machine successfully pulls guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Smash Machine is on top in guard. #REVB#
Smash Machine wants to pass the guard but Muller is keeping the position.
Muller is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Smash Machine is stalling in the full guard.
Smash Machine looking to sit in guard and control but Muller gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T3#
Smash Machine is trying to keep Muller in close.
Smash Machine avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Muller keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Smash Machine's head.
Muller landing some decent shots from guard.
Muller in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Smash Machine is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Smash Machine is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Muller trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4##SUB2#
Smash Machine escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Muller gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Smash Machine is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Muller postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Smash Machine working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Muller doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Muller manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Muller cracks Smash Machine with a solid left hand.
Muller won't allow Smash Machine to sweep him here.
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 Stefan Muller will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Stefan Muller's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
The fighters circling - Muller throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Smash Machine shapes to counter with a head kick.
Muller misses with a jab to the body
and Smash Machine cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Smash Machine misses with a straight right.
Muller missing with a left hand there. Smash Machine was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Smash Machine is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Smash Machine uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Muller.
As Muller backs off Smash Machine throws a huge counter combo but Muller manages to avoid it all.
Muller looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Left hook, right uppercut from Muller. #CUT#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Smash Machine shoots in but no luck this time.
Muller throws a quick counter head kick but Smash Machine was just out of range.
Smash Machine avoids the body shot from Muller.
Smash Machine throws out a counter right but Muller avoids it with no problem.
Muller misses with an uppercut.
Smash Machine moves forwards but Muller connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Smash Machine throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Muller swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD#
Muller shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Smash Machine's guard.
Muller is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smash Machine can do to turn this around?
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!#SUB2#
Smash Machine throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Smash Machine utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Smash Machine preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Muller working some strikes from top position.
Muller stopping the sweep attempt from Smash Machine.
Muller postures up and lands a big shot to Smash Machine's brow.
Smash Machine tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Muller throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Smash Machine works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Muller connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB2#
Smash Machine escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Muller gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Muller accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Muller working some strikes from top position.
Muller looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Smash Machine is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Muller has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Smash Machine preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Smash Machine wants to sweep but no luck.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Smash Machine had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Muller defends it easily.#SUB2#
Muller got a little sloppy there for a moment and Smash Machine has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Muller has managed to get both his arms back between Smash Machine's legs - danger averted.
Smash Machine keeping moving, preventing Muller from controlling successfully.
Muller postures up and lands a big shot to Smash Machine's brow. #T3##SUB2#
Smash Machine has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Muller is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Smash Machine.
Muller working the head and body with strikes.
Smash Machine takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Muller in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #CUT#That has opened up Clinch King Smash Machine's cut even more.#SUB#
Muller tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Muller is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Smash Machine knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Smash Machine tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Muller wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Smash Machine is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Smash Machine is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Muller scores with a couple of nice shots.#CUT#The cut above Clinch King Smash Machine's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Stefan Muller overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Smash Machine is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Muller working Smash Machine over with strikes.
Smash Machine avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Muller. #SUB2#
Smash Machine looking for submissions off his back.
Muller looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Stefan Muller dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Smash Machine forces Muller back against the cage and clinches.
Smash Machine landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Muller blocks with his arms.
Muller blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Muller avoids it.
Muller looking for a takedown.
Smash Machine keeps control of Muller as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Muller misses with the head strike.
Muller lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Smash Machine misses with an elbow over the top.
Smash Machine managing to block the knees to the body from Muller.
Smash Machine wants a takedown but no success here.
Muller on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Muller lands an elbow just above Smash Machine 's eye. #CUT#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Smash Machine lands a good knee to the midsection. Muller won't want to take too many of those.#TD2#
Smash Machine gets control of Muller's arms and successfully pulls guard. Smash Machine will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Smash Machine looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##SUB2#
Smash Machine has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Muller can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Muller postures up and lands a big shot to Smash Machine's brow.
Muller landing some decent shots from guard.
Muller content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Smash Machine has his foot on Muller's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Muller works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Muller is pushing down on Smash Machine's leg trying to pass to half guard. Smash Machine is fighting to maintain full guard but Muller has managed to sneak the leg through.
Smash Machine wants to improve his position but Muller is controlling well. #SUB#
Muller is trying to work for a kimura but Smash Machine is defending well. #SUB#
Muller is looking for a kimura here.
Smash Machine is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Muller's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Muller's back!
Clinch King Smash Machine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Smash Machine not allowing Muller to control his hands. #T3##SUB2#
Smash Machine is persistently looking for the submission but Muller is defending it well.
Well, with Smash Machine on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Muller is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#SUB2#
Smash Machine looking for the RNC. #SUB2#
Muller defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Smash Machine's arms.
Muller looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Muller tries to roll but Smash Machine sticks to his back. #T4#
Smash Machine not allowing Muller to control his hands. #SUB2#
Muller showing good submission defense here.
Smash Machine misses with a punch to the head.
Stefan Muller is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Muller rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Clinch King Smash Machine comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Muller 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stefan Muller!
Stefan Muller seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Clinch King Smash Machine stepped up to the mic, saying 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 203
Date: Nov 13, 2022

#R1##CL#
Smash Machine gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Smash Machine avoids it.
Nogueira blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smash Machine. #TD#
Smash Machine gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Smash Machine seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nogueira does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Smash Machine 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.#SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Smash Machine seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.
Nogueira tries to roll over but Smash Machine keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Nogueira is looking to escape.#T1##SUB2#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smash Machine content to control rather than advance.
Smash Machine is trying to control. Nogueira wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nogueira doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Smash Machine. #SUB#
Smash Machine is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Smash Machine is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Smash Machine will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Smash Machine is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nogueira sees it coming and defends easily.
Smash Machine looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Nogueira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3#
Smash Machine tries to pass to full mount but Nogueira defends it.
Smash Machine passes the guard and advances to mount!
Smash Machine trying to control but Nogueira is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Smash Machine is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Nogueira can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Smash Machine trying to control but Nogueira is having none of it.
Nogueira is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T4#
Smash Machine moves to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for the choke from the back position but Nogueira is controlling his hands well.
Nogueira rolls, trying to escape but Smash Machine keeps control of the position. #SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for the choke from the back position but Nogueira is controlling his hands well.
Smash Machine trying to control momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nogueira rolls, trying to escape but Smash Machine keeps control of the position. #SUB#
Smash Machine is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Nogueira defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that round.
That's time! Smash Machine's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Nogueira swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL2#
Nogueira has taken the fight to the clinch.
Smash Machine on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Smash Machine is defending well for now.
Nogueira stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Nogueira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Nogueira just misses with a elbow thrown towards Smash Machine's brow.
Nogueira digs a right hand into Smash Machine's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Smash Machine's gas tank.
Nogueira lands a nice knee to the body.
Smash Machine blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Nogueira lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Nogueira softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Smash Machine blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nogueira throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smash Machines head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Smash Machine is trying to pull guard but Nogueira has him pressed against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nogueira throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Nogueira lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nogueira can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action. #T1#
Nogueira cracks Smash Machine with a nice body shot.
Nogueira lands a shot to the body.
Nogueira landing knees to the body.
Nogueira throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smash Machines head.
Nogueira working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short right from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Smash Machine blocks the elbow strike.
Nogueira looking to throw knees to the head but Smash Machine is blocking nicely.
A nice left hand lands by Nogueira .
Nogueira gets underhooks to prevent Smash Machine's takedown attempt.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nogueira .
Nogueira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nogueira lands with a right to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nogueira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine connects with a nasty looking knee right to Nogueira 's face.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Nogueira looks to throw an elbow but misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Smash Machine throws an elbow but misses.
Nogueira misses with an elbow strike.
Nogueira dodges an elbow strike from Smash Machine. #T2#
Nogueira lands a nice uppercut.
Smash Machine managing to block the knees to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nogueira avoids the elbow strike from Smash Machine, against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Nogueira .
Nogueira is working Smash Machine over against the cage.
A short uppercut from Nogueira . #TD#
Smash Machine gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Nogueira will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Nogueira looking to hit a scissor sweep but Smash Machine is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Nogueira is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Smash Machine frees his head nicely. Oh but Nogueira has switched to an armbar! Smash Machine is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Anderson Nogueira !
In defeat, Clinch King Smash Machine stepped up to the mic, saying 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 193
Date: Oct 12, 2022

#R1#
Smash Machine goes for a double leg but Mataitai avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mataitai continues to drive forward.
Mataitai moves out of range of the strikes.
Mataitai moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CUT#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mataitai as he jumps to the side.
Mataitai throws a body shot but no joy.
Willy Mataitai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smash Machine throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A big left from Mataitai misses.
Smash Machine fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nice sprawl there from Mataitai as Smash Machine shoots in.
Willy Mataitai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clinch King Smash Machine.
Mataitai connects with a single shot there.
A swing and a miss from Mataitai.
Smash Machine takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mataitai swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Smash Machine counters with a takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mataitai is trying to get back to his feet.
Smash Machine moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #SUB2#
Smash Machine working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Smash Machine trying to control the position but Mataitai is working away.
Mataitai wants to get back to his feet.
Smash Machine trying to control the position but Mataitai is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Smash Machine tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Smash Machine has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Mataitai is not content to let Smash Machine control the position.
Smash Machine controlling the position from side mount. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Mataitai is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T3#
Smash Machine wants to control but Mataitai is keeping him busy.
Mataitai is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Smash Machine is controlling him well.
Smash Machine wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mataitai keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Mataitai throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Smash Machine with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Mataitai to score with a decent uppercut.
Smash Machine looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Mataitai is fending him off so far but Smash Machine persists. Nope, Mataitai circles away and we're back to standing.
Smash Machine misses with a few strikes there.
Mataitai misses with an uppercut.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown but Mataitai shows good takedown defense.
Mataitai swings widly with a right hand
and Smash Machine counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Mataitai throws a body punch but Smash Machine moves out of range.
Smash Machine thuds his right hand into Mataitai's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T4#
Mataitai ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mataitai misses with a straight right.
Mataitai looks to land a left hand but Smash Machine moved out of range nicely.
Mataitai misses with an uppercut.
Mataitai sets himself, and Smash Machine steps forward looking for the clinch! Mataitai avoids it this time.#CL2#
Smash Machine gets a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mataitai tries to work over Smash Machine's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Mataitai has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Smash Machine working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Mataitai.
Mataitai misses with the head strike.
Smash Machine has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Mataitai after a bit of a struggle.
Mataitai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Smash Machine tries to pull guard but Mataitai won't allow it.
I was talking to Mataitai's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mataitai avoids it.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Mataitai blocks it. #BC#
Mataitai breaks the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Willy Mataitai dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Mataitai throws a hook to the side of Smash Machine's head but Smash Machine sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Smash Machine tests Mataitai's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Smash Machine has his takedown stuffed
and Mataitai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mataitai avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Smash Machine shoots for a takedown but Mataitai saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
It looked like Mataitai wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Smash Machine loads up on a big right hand but Mataitai slips the punch.
Mataitai lands a really nice looking cross but Smash Machine seems unphased.
Smash Machine scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mataitai in his tracks.
Smash Machine moves out of range as Mataitai strikes.#TD2#
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Smash Machine was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smash Machine with the ground and pound but Mataitai regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Smash Machine wants to pass the guard but Mataitai is defending well. #T1##SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Mataitai still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Mataitai has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Clinch King Smash Machine has got the better of the ground game so far.#SU#
Mataitai decides to stand back up. Mataitai steps back and let's Smash Machine get back to his feet.
Mataitai connects with a jab.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Mataitai circles away.
Mataitai lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CUT#That has opened up Clinch King Smash Machine's cut even more.
Sloppy strikes from Smash Machine. Those never looked like landing.
A little feinted left hand from Mataitai on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Smash Machine is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mataitai. #T2#
No luck for Smash Machine with that takedown attempt.
Willy Mataitai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clinch King Smash Machine.
Mataitai lands a nice shot that snaps Smash Machine's head back.
Willy Mataitai is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mataitai displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine slips a jab from Mataitai.#KD#
Mataitai drops Smash Machine with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Smash Machine looks back up at him and smiles so Mataitai waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Smash Machine is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smash Machine gets tagged by a hook that puts him to sleep! Mataitai points and yells something to his unconcious foe before strutting off. Smash Machine wakes up just in time to hear Mataitai thank his coaches in the post fight interview.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Willy Mataitai!
Willy Mataitai gave a mention to Brooklyn Apothecary in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
Clinch King Smash Machine was interviewed post fight and said 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 184
Date: Sep 18, 2022

#R1#
Smash Machine has a takedown stuffed.
Beach tries to clinch there but Smash Machine circles away.
Smash Machine wants to clinch.#CL#
Beach darts in and clinches Smash Machine up against the cage.
Beach pushes Smash Machine back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Beach misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Beach creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right from Smash Machine.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beach lands a hook to the side of the head.
Beach stalling in the clinch but Smash Machine improves position.
Smash Machine with a knee to the head.
A short body shot lands from Beach as the two fighters clinch.
Beach blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Beach cracks Smash Machine with a nice body shot.#T1#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Beach.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Beach can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Beach throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smash Machines head.
Beach throws a punch but it's blocked by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Beach avoids the damage to the body.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Beach struggles to land a body shot inside as Smash Machine controls his hands.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the body.
Beach misses with the head strike.
Smash Machine misses with some punches.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Smash Machine just misses with a elbow thrown towards Beach's brow.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Smash Machine 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.
Beach blocks an elbow strike.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Beach avoids the damage to the body.
Smash Machine dodges an elbow strike from Beach.
Smash Machine's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#CUT#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Beach has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A shot in the inside from Beach. #T2#
Beach swings away with an uppercut that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Beach throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Beach lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Beach can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Smash Machine lands a nice knee to the body.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Smash Machine.
Beach tries to break free but Smash Machine pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Smash Machine manages to pull guard. #SUB2#
Smash Machine looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Beach passes into side control.
Smash Machine struggling a bit here.#SU#
Beach decides to stand up, so the ref orders Smash Machine to his feet.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Beach circles away. #T3##CL#
Beach instigates a clinch.
Smash Machine blocking some punches.
Beach gets through Smash Machine's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nice elbow from Smash Machine. #CUT2#It looks like Sammy Beach has been cut.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Beach avoids the damage to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Beach just misses with a elbow thrown towards Smash Machine's brow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Beach.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Beach creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Beach lands a hook to the side of the head.
Smash Machine lands an elbow inside that Beach shrugs off.
With the fighters up against the cage, Beach throws an elbow but misses.
Beach throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Beach tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
Beach misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Beach.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Beach blocks an uppercut.
Beach goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Beach lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Beach misses with a body punch.
Smash Machine goes for a takedown attempt but Beach pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Smash Machine drops his hands momentarily and Beach takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Beach misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smash Machine.
Beach wants to clinch up but Smash Machine keeps it at a distance.
Beach wants to clinch.
Beach lands a slapping body shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Beach looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Smash Machine slips under a jab.
Smash Machine's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Beach connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Smash Machine scrambles back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sammy Beach dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Beach throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Beach is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smash Machine can do to turn this around?
Smash Machine keeps the fight on the outside.
Beach throws a nice looking combination but Smash Machine bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Beach throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Smash Machine sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Smash Machine clinches.
Smash Machine struggles to land a body shot inside as Beach controls his hands.
Beach lands a left hand.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Beach.
Sammy Beach has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Beach prevents a body shot from Smash Machine.
Beach goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Beach breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine fails to land the takedown.
Beach is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL2#
Smash Machine gets a clinch.
Beach blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T1#
Beach managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Beach is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Beach lands a body shot in the clinch.
Beach digs a right hand underneath Smash Machine's ribcage. Smash Machine let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Beach looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Beach blocks it.
Beach lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Smash Machine or not.
Smash Machine is breathing heavily.
Beach avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Beach is blocking nicely.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Beach avoids the damage to the body.
Beach lands an elbow inside that Smash Machine shrugs off.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Beach blocks it with crossed arms.
Beach gets through Smash Machine's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Beach is working Smash Machine over against the cage.
Beach misses with some punches.
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Beach. #T2#
A right hand to the body from Beach.
Beach blocks an elbow strike.
Beach tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Beach.
Beach works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Beach comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT#That has opened up Clinch King Smash Machine's cut even more.
Beach working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#CUT#The cut above Clinch King Smash Machine's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Beach doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Beach can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Beach lands an uppercut.#BC#
Beach's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Beach bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sammy Beach is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Smash Machine takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Beach throws a right hand that Smash Machine ducks under and follows up with a left that Smash Machine also avoids with ease.#CL#
Beach moves into the clinch.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Beach avoids it.
Beach lands a nice shot to the body.
Beach is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #T3#
Beach blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
A short right from Beach on the inside.
Smash Machine looking for a takedown.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smash Machine.
Beach lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Beach pushes off an throws an elbow but Smash Machine leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Beach stalls.
Beach avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Beach.
Beach goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Beach is blocking nicely.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Beach avoids the damage to the body.
Beach scores with a hook to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Beach fails to land.
A nice left hand lands by Beach. #T4#
Beach scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Beach takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Beach can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action. #BC#
Beach manages to break the clinch.
Beach works Smash Machine's body with a nice hook.#CL#
Beach closes the distance and clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beach is working Smash Machine over against the cage.
Beach works on Smash Machine's body with a couple of short punches.
Beach lands a body punch.
Beach softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Beach lands a right hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards. #CUT#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Beach tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Beach can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
A short right from Beach.
Beach is working Smash Machine over against the cage.
Beach lands an elbow inside.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Clinch King Smash Machine's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Sammy Beach!
After the big win, Sammy Beach made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors FUClothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
The defeated Clinch King Smash Machine had this to say: 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 173
Date: Aug 20, 2022

#R1#
A big left from Fitzsimmons misses.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Smash Machine 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.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fitzsimmons manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine throws a half hearted mid kick.
Fitzsimmons was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fitzsimmons. Smash Machine does a little dance to reset his feet.
Smash Machine throws a shot from downtown. Fitzsimmons moves away and avoids it.
Smash Machine looks to land a combination but Fitzsimmons avoids it well.
Fitzsimmons throws a lazy uppercut
and Smash Machine counters with a slapping leg kick.
Smash Machine connects with a good right hand that stumbles Fitzsimmons. Fitzsimmons circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Smash Machine looks to score with a jab to the body but Fitzsimmons is just out of range.
Smash Machine clobbers Fitzsimmons with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Fitzsimmons throws a jab but it's blocked by Smash Machine.
Fitzsimmons misses with a wild body shot.
Fitzsimmons misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Fitzsimmons paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A quick step to the side and Fitzsimmons tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fitzsimmons throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Smash Machine takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fitzsimmons uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Smash Machine.#CL2#
Smash Machine has taken the fight to the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fitzsimmons lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T1#
Smash Machine throws an elbow that misses.
Fitzsimmons misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fitzsimmons misses with a body punch.
Fitzsimmons slowing the pace effectively.
Smash Machine lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Smash Machine creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Fitzsimmons's defenses.
Smash Machine using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Fitzsimmons avoids the damage to the body.
Fitzsimmons misses with the head strike.
Smash Machine on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Fitzsimmons tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
The referee calls for Fitzsimmons to work.
Smash Machine putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Fitzsimmons in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Smash Machine with a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Sol Fitzsimmons has been cut.
Smash Machine with a knee to the head. #ROC2#Fitzsimmons is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fitzsimmons avoids the elbow strike from Smash Machine, against the cage.
Oh Fitzsimmons is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Fitzsimmons seems to have got his legs back now.
Fitzsimmons misses with an elbow strike.
Fitzsimmons can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Fitzsimmons doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fitzsimmons lands a hook that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Fitzsimmons working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Fitzsimmons tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Fitzsimmons working aggressively here.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Fitzsimmons avoids the damage to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fitzsimmons.
Knees in the clinch landing for Smash Machine.
Fitzsimmons is breathing heavily.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Fitzsimmons blocks with his arms.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Smash Machine looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T3#
Smash Machine goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smash Machine tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Smash Machine blocks an elbow strike from Fitzsimmons.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Fitzsimmons.
Smash Machine throws an elbow that misses.
Smash Machine lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Fitzsimmons or not.
A knee to the head by Smash Machine.
Fitzsimmons throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A nice left hand lands by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Fitzsimmons.
Smash Machine blocking some punches.
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Smash Machine on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Fitzsimmons blocks it with crossed arms. #T4#
Smash Machine lands a nice knee to the body.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Fitzsimmons avoids the damage to the body.
Smash Machine landing knees 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!
Fitzsimmons tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Smash Machine lands with a light punch inside.
Smash Machine gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Fitzsimmons lands a left hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine lands a nice elbow.
Nice elbow from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine blocks an elbow strike.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head. #KD2#
Smash Machine connects with a massive knee from the clinch and Fitzsimmons goes down! Smash Machine jumps into full mount looking to finish!
Smash Machine can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Fitzsimmons is looking to escape.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Smash Machine is trying to take his opponent's back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sol Fitzsimmons's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Smash Machine steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fitzsimmons.
Smash Machine lands with an uppercut that bounces Fitzsimmons off the cage and back into range.
Fitzsimmons throws a hook to the side of Smash Machine's head but Smash Machine sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Smash Machine pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Fitzsimmons back to the cage. Smash Machine follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Sol Fitzsimmons seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fitzsimmons dips to his left and cracks Smash Machine with an uppercut!
Fitzsimmons throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Smash Machine misses the target.
Fitzsimmons misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smash Machine.
Fitzsimmons throws a lazy right hand but Smash Machine sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fitzsimmons misses with a body shot.
Smash Machine uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fitzsimmons.
Smash Machine feints the counter takedown.
Fitzsimmons misses the jab.
Smash Machine scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Fitzsimmons misses with a looping right.
Smash Machine was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Smash Machine connects with a single shot there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smash Machine bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#CL2#
Fitzsimmons gets tackled into the cage by Smash Machine. Smash Machine maintains the clinch. #T1#
Nice body punch from Fitzsimmons - that landed with a thud.
Fitzsimmons is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Smash Machine's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Fitzsimmons holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Smash Machine has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Fitzsimmons is blocking nicely.
Smash Machine landing knees to the head.
Fitzsimmons lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Fitzsimmons blocks it with crossed arms.
Fitzsimmons lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fitzsimmons throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Fitzsimmons avoids a wild elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Fitzsimmons doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fitzsimmons content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Fitzsimmons misses with a punch to the body.
Smash Machine utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Smash Machine crunches a lovely knee into Fitzsimmons's ribcage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Fitzsimmons blocks with his arms.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Fitzsimmons is blocking nicely. #T2#
Fitzsimmons looking to stall.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Fitzsimmons has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Fitzsimmons has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Smash Machine unloads a knee to the mid-section. Fitzsimmons lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Fitzsimmons scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Smash Machine blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fitzsimmons has a couple of punches blocked by Smash Machine.
Fitzsimmons misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Smash Machine gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Fitzsimmons blocks with his arms.
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Smash Machine crunches a lovely knee into Fitzsimmons's ribcage.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Fitzsimmons on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fitzsimmons misses with some punches.
Smash Machine lands with a short shot to the head.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike. #T3#
Fitzsimmons trying to stall but Smash Machine improves his position.
Smash Machine using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Fitzsimmons blocks it with crossed arms.
Smash Machine has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Smash Machine throws an elbow that misses.
Knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Fitzsimmons takes a knee right on the jaw!
Smash Machine lands a nice knee to the body.
Smash Machine landing knees to the body.
Smash Machine lands a right hand.
Smash Machine lands a left hand.
Fitzsimmons blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine connects with a nasty looking knee right to Fitzsimmons's face.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fitzsimmons throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smash Machines head.
Fitzsimmons dodges an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Fitzsimmons misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fitzsimmons lands a nice uppercut.
Fitzsimmons working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T4#
Fitzsimmons looking to stall.
Fitzsimmons misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fitzsimmons swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fitzsimmons blocks the elbow strike.
Fitzsimmons avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body.
Smash Machine working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine lands a nice elbow.
Smash Machine lands with a right to the head.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Fitzsimmons misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Fitzsimmons fails to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Fitzsimmons avoids it.
Smash Machine lands a damaging elbow.
The fighters are battling for dominant position up against the cage here. Smash Machine manages to get control of his opponent's head and throws a big knee - Fitzsimmons drops to the canvas! He's done! Smash Machine goes wild and celebrates with his corner - this is a big victory for him and to get the win in such devastating fashion will certainly boost his reputation amongst the fans!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Clinch King Smash Machine!
An out of breath and clearly excited Clinch King Smash Machine thanked Un-Kaged Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: CFC 502
Date: Jul 23, 2022

#R1#
Smash Machine just misses with a punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Smash Machine misses the target.
A jab lands there for Smash Machine.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Jackson is defended easily by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine stuffs the takedown attempt from Jackson. Jackson gets slowly back to his feet. #TD#
Jackson gets the takedown into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine tries to buck Jackson off but Jackson is having none of it.
Jackson prevents Smash Machine from escaping the position.
Smash Machine regains half guard, as Jackson was trying to land strikes.
Smash Machine wants to get back to his feet.#T1##SUB#
Jackson looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Smash Machine wants to get back to his feet.
Jackson tries to pass to full mount but Smash Machine defends it.
Smash Machine tries to roll over but Jackson keeps him under control.
Jackson thows a huge punch but Smash Machine dodges it nicely.
Jackson throwing shots but Smash Machine is blocking nicely. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Smash Machine wants to get back to his feet.
Jackson is looking to advance position but Smash Machine won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smash Machine is trying to stand. #SUB#
Jackson wants to work for an arm triangle but Smash Machine is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Jackson is looking to take a break and control but Smash Machine is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Jackson seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Smash Machine is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jackson pulls his head out easily.
Smash Machine tries to kick Jackson off but Jackson keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jackson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luther Jackson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Smash Machine tries to land a front kick but Jackson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jackson is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Smash Machine.#CL2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and pushes Jackson back into the cage.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Jackson blocks it.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Jackson.
Jackson blocks an elbow strike.
Jackson avoids the elbow strike from Smash Machine, against the cage.
Smash Machine working Jackson over with knees to the body.
Smash Machine is pressed up against the cage. Jackson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Smash Machine down to the mat. Smash Machine avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Smash Machine scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jackson is breathing heavily.
Smash Machine looks for the body kick but Jackson saw that one coming. #TD#
Jackson dives in and scores a takedown into Smash Machine's guard.

Smash Machine has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Jackson off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A combination from Smash Machine does no damage. #T4#
Smash Machine misses the shot to the body.
Smash Machine connects with a leg kick.
Jackson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Smash Machine lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jackson moves out of range as Smash Machine strikes.
Jackson fails with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Smash Machine gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Jackson to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Smash Machine is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Jackson dives into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Luther Jackson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Smash Machine throws a head kick that Jackson semi-blocks. #CUT2#It looks like Luther Jackson has been cut.#CL#
Jackson gets a clinch.
Smash Machine putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Jackson in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Jackson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Smash Machine gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC#
Jackson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine misses with a double jab.
Smash Machine jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Smash Machine throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #CL2#
Jackson gets tackled into the cage by Smash Machine. Smash Machine maintains the clinch.
Smash Machine lands an elbow that stopped Jackson in his tracks for a moment.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Jackson takes an elbow to the temple.
Smash Machine has a couple of punches blocked by Jackson.
Smash Machine has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Jackson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine working Jackson over with knees to the body.
Jackson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jackson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine landing knees to the head.
Jackson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Smash Machine after a bit of a struggle.
Smash Machine scores with an uppercut up the middle.#KD2#
Smash Machine connects with a massive knee from the clinch and Jackson goes down! Smash Machine jumps into full mount looking to finish! #ROC2#Jackson is rocked!#CUT2#Luther Jackson's cut is getting worse.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU2#
Smash Machine is standing up, even though he is in mount.
Oh Jackson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Smash Machine dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Smash Machine shakes his hands by his side, trying to relax. Jackson takes his eyes off the ball for a moment - Smash Machine sees the opportunity and cracks him with a massive hook! Jackson bends double and collapses on top of himself - he's out! The crowd are going absolutely nuts! Wow, what a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Clinch King Smash Machine!
Clinch King Smash Machine really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Un-Kaged Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: CFC 496: Chukwuma v Holmes Jr.
Date: Jul 02, 2022

#R1#
Smash Machine closes this distance looking for a takedown but Deigos circles away.#TD#
Smash Machine dives in and scores a takedown into Deigos's guard.

Deigos kicks Smash Machine off and gets to his feet.
Deigos throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Smash Machine counters with a straight right hand.
Deigos swings widly with a right hand
enabling Smash Machine to counter with a crisp jab.
Smash Machine ducks under a wild hook from Deigos.
Deigos misses with a hook.
Sloppy strikes from Smash Machine. Those never looked like landing.
Deigos tries a quick counter leg kick but Smash Machine is wise to it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Deigos lands a lovely overhand right.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Smash Machine 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 Deigos has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Deigos and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Alex Deigos seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Deigos avoids the body shot from Smash Machine.
Nice takedown defense from Deigos. No joy for Smash Machine on that attempt.
Deigos looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Deigos throws a hook to the side of Smash Machine's head but Smash Machine sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Deigos is having none of it.
Deigos getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Deigos misses with a combination
and Smash Machine makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T1#
Smash Machine takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL#
Smash Machine fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Deigos, pushing him back against the cage.
Smash Machine fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Deigos tries to throw a body punch but Smash Machine avoids it by throwing Deigos back against the cage.
Deigos has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Deigos lands a shot to the body.
Smash Machine lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Smash Machine 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.
Smash Machine keeps control of Deigos as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Deigos avoids a wild elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Smash Machine misses with some punches. #TD#
Smash Machine ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Smash Machine no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Deigos wanted to stand there but Smash Machine had control of the position. #SU2#
Deigos gets to his feet. Smash Machine looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T2#
Deigos throws a lazy uppercut #CL#
and Smash Machine counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Smash Machine. #BC2#
Deigos pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine dips to his left and cracks Deigos with an uppercut!
Deigos blocks a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Smash Machine looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Deigos pushes Smash Machine off looking to stand but Smash Machine dives back in and keeps control.
Smash Machine is keen to just control but Deigos is a slippery customer.
Deigos wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Smash Machine is trying to work for a kimura but Deigos is defending well.
Smash Machine is looking to take a break and control but Deigos is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T3#
Deigos wants to get back to his feet.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Deigos moves out of range as Smash Machine strikes.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Deigos is having none of it. #TD#
Smash Machine changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Deigos looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Smash Machine trying to control the action but Deigos is working from the bottom.
Deigos is pushing Smash Machine's head away, looking to escape. Smash Machine manages to hold on to the position though.#T4#
Smash Machine is looking to take a break and control but Deigos is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Smash Machine prevents Deigos from escaping the position.#ES2#
Deigos throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Deigos throws an off balance right hand
and Smash Machine counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Smash Machine loads up on a big right hand but Deigos slips the punch.
Deigos misses with an uppercut
and Smash Machine counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Deigos throws a jab but it's blocked by Smash Machine.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smash Machine looks to throw a body kick
and Deigos connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Clinch King Smash Machine 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#
Smash Machine pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Deigos throws a lazy uppercut
and Smash Machine counters with a stiff right hand.
Smash Machine tries to bum rush Deigos with a series of wild strikes but Deigos uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Deigos misses with a left hand
and Smash Machine counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Deigos misses with a wild body shot.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up but Deigos circles away and keeps his distance.
Deigos throws a right hand that Smash Machine ducks under and follows up with a left that Smash Machine also avoids with ease.
Deigos throws a hook but Smash Machine avoids it easily.
Deigos misses with a hook. Smash Machine ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Smash Machine wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Deigos keeps the fight on the outside.
Smash Machine scores with a kick to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Deigos on the side of the head. #TD#
Smash Machine shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Smash Machine is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T1##SUB#
Smash Machine seems to be working for a kimura but Deigos defends the submission attempt.
Deigos is staying active underneath Smash Machine, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Deigos tries to kick Smash Machine off but Smash Machine keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Alex Deigos has got the better of the ground game so far.#ES2#
Deigos makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Deigos sizes up Smash Machine with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Deigos throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Smash Machine counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Smash Machine throws a right hand that Deigos ducks under and follows up with a left that Deigos also avoids with ease.
A little jabbing left from Deigos on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Smash Machine gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Smash Machine throws a body punch but Deigos moves out of range.
Deigos tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smash Machine was well out of range. Poor timing from Deigos.
Smash Machine avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Deigos misses with a hook. Smash Machine ducked under it nicely.
Deigos 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.
Smash Machine 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.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Deigos moves away
and Deigos counters with a right hand to the body.
Smash Machine looks for a takedown but Deigos sprawls well.
A jab from Deigos does it's job there.
Deigos tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smash Machine was well out of range. Poor timing from Deigos.#T3##CL#
Smash Machine rushes Deigos and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Smash Machine blocking some punches.
Smash Machine is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Deigos gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC2#
Deigos breaks from the clinch.
Smash Machine fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Deigos avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smash Machine throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Deigos counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Smash Machine throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Deigos's waist but Deigos gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Smash Machine off to one side.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up but Deigos circles away and keeps his distance.
Deigos lands a really nice looking cross but Smash Machine seems unphased.
Smash Machine walks into a straight right hand from Deigos.
Alex Deigos seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Smash Machine slips under a jab from Deigos.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up but Deigos circles away and keeps his distance.
Smash Machine works over Deigos's head and body with a nice combination.#T4#
A jab from Deigos misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Deigos jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Deigos paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Smash Machine walks into a stiff left hand from Deigos.
Deigos throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Alex Deigos is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Deigos throws a right and a left that Smash Machine avoids nicely. #CL#
Smash Machine clinches up against the cage.
Smash Machine creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Deigos throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smash Machines head.
Deigos throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Deigos blocks it.
Smash Machine with a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Alex Deigos has been cut.#BC2#
Deigos breaks the clinch.
Smash Machine ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alex Deigos showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Deigos lands an overhand right.
Smash Machine drops his hands momentarily and Deigos takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is getting worse.
Nice uppercut there from Deigos.
Smash Machine misses with a hook. Deigos ducked under it nicely.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Deigos, as that shot connected.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Smash Machine throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD#
Deigos gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Smash Machine to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Deigos is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Smash Machine is controlling him. #T1#
Smash Machine trying to control but Deigos is working from the bottom.
Smash Machine stops Deigos from standing up.
Smash Machine trying to control but Deigos is working from the bottom.
Deigos wants to stand but Smash Machine is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Deigos throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Smash Machine seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Smash Machine looks for a takedown but Deigos sprawls well.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Deigos needs to keep his hands up - Smash Machine had a free shot at his head there.
Smash Machine avoids the body shot from Deigos.
A decent looking cross lands there for Deigos.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Deigos sprawls well. Deigos wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Smash Machine gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Deigos throws a body shot but no joy.
Deigos throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Deigos.
Deigos swings widly with a right hand
letting Smash Machine counter with a right hand.
Smash Machine fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Deigos on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T3#
Deigos waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smash Machine.
Deigos misses with a hook.
Deigos stuffs the takedown attempt from Smash Machine. Smash Machine gets slowly back to his feet.
Deigos misses with an uppercut
and Smash Machine counters with a good, hard body kick but Deigos shrugs it off.
Smash Machine with a hook.
Deigos steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Smash Machine.
Deigos only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Deigos circles away.
Smash Machine throws a right hand that Deigos ducks under and follows up with a left that Deigos also avoids with ease.
Smash Machine tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Deigos swivels and escapes.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Smash Machine.
Deigos lands a really nice looking cross but Smash Machine seems unphased. #CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#T4#
Deigos misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smash Machine.
Deigos slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Deigos fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Deigos lands a nice shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smash Machine bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Deigos bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Smash Machine's head backwards.
Deigos swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Smash Machine went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Smash Machine misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Smash Machine. That snapped Deigos's head back.
Deigos lands with a straight right. Smash Machine didn't see that one coming.#CUT2#Jeez, Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Deigos but Deigos pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Smash Machine moves in looking to clinch but Deigos pushes him off.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Deigos! But no joy.
Smash Machine misses with a looping left.
Smash Machine with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Deigos to score with a decent uppercut.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alex Deigos!
Post fight, Alex Deigos took to the microphone: 'Im the man! the king of this zhit '.
The defeated Clinch King Smash Machine had this to say: 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: CFC 487: Tiotio v Neves
Date: May 29, 2022

#R1#
Mataitai tries to bum rush Smash Machine with a series of wild strikes but Smash Machine uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mataitai cracks Smash Machine with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Smash Machine throws a lazy right hand but Mataitai sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL#
Smash Machine has Mataitai up against the cage in a clinch.
Mataitai tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mataitai misses with an elbow strike.
Mataitai comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #TD#
Smash Machine ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Smash Machine no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SU2#
Mataitai gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Smash Machine will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Smash Machine uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mataitai.
Smash Machine throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Mataitai throws a lazy right hand but Smash Machine sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mataitai ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mataitai cracks Smash Machine with a right hand to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smash Machine shoots in looking for a takedown but Mataitai manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Smash Machine's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Despite the aggression on Mataitai's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T1#
Mataitai will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Smash Machine swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Mataitai circles away.
Smash Machine works Mataitai's body with a nice hook.
Mataitai shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Smash Machine eats them both and turns towards Mataitai to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Smash Machine is trying hard to land a takedown here. Mataitai sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mataitai sprawls well. Mataitai wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Smash Machine gets slowly back to his feet.
Mataitai misses with a two punch combination.
Smash Machine tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Mataitai manages to circle out of the way.
Smash Machine 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.
Mataitai misses with a wild combination.
Smash Machine thuds his right hand into Mataitai's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Smash Machine closes the distance looking to clinch
and Mataitai counters with a left to the body. #T2#
Mataitai uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is getting worse.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mataitai rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Smash Machine counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#TD#
Smash Machine throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Mataitai tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Smash Machine is in Mataitai's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smash Machine pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mataitai is keeping the position for now.
Smash Machine in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Smash Machine looking to sit in guard and control but Mataitai gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Mataitai trying to stand up but can't free himself from Smash Machine's guard.#T3##SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mataitai defends well.#SU2#
Mataitai decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Smash Machine, up you get!
A big left from Mataitai misses.
Smash Machine feinted with a counter takedown.
Mataitai misses with a straight left.
Smash Machine is looking to counter punch.
Mataitai works the jab nicely.
Mataitai displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine misses with a takedown attempt - Mataitai sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mataitai scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Smash Machine scores with a hook.#T4#
Mataitai works over Smash Machine's head and body with a nice combination.
Smash Machine pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It seemed like Mataitai was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mataitai takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mataitai but Mataitai pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Mataitai misses with a looping left.
Smash Machine throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Smash Machine.
Smash Machine dives in and grabs Mataitai's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mataitai pushes down on Smash Machine's head and hops out.
Smash Machine shoots in looking for a takedown. Mataitai tries to sprawl out of it but Smash Machine keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mataitai manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Mataitai thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mataitai throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Willy Mataitai dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Nice sprawl there from Mataitai as Smash Machine shoots in.
Nice shot lands for Smash Machine.
Mataitai loads up on a big right hand but Smash Machine slips the punch.
Mataitai scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Mataitai misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Smash Machine moves into the clinch.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Mataitai.
Mataitai lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mataitai throws a head punch that misses.
Mataitai pressing his opponent against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mataitai throws an elbow but it misses.
Mataitai lands a damaging elbow.
Smash Machine tries to pull guard but Mataitai holds him up against the cage and eventually Smash Machine drops back down to his feet.
Mataitai misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Mataitai lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Smash Machine jumps guard but Mataitai stands there with Smash Machine around his waist. Smash Machine gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mataitai pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Smash Machine swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Mataitai throws an elbow but misses.
Mataitai lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Mataitai blocks it with crossed arms.
Smash Machine creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Mataitai's defenses. #CUT#It looks like Willy Mataitai has been cut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smash Machine.
Mataitai throws a head punch that misses.
Smash Machine scores with a shoulder strike.
Mataitai scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mataitai managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Mataitai has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Smash Machine blocks the elbow strike.
Mataitai content to slow the pace in the clinch. #T2#
Mataitai avoids the elbow strike from Smash Machine, against the cage.
Smash Machine wants to take the fight to the mat but Mataitai manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Smash Machine takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#Jeez, Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Clinch King Smash Machine's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Willy Mataitai!
Willy Mataitai really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Brooklyn Apothecary logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
Clinch King Smash Machine spoke after the fight, saying 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: CFC 476: Jimenez v Nagasaki
Date: Apr 20, 2022

#R1#
Smash Machine misses with a hook.#CL#
Smash Machine rushes Volkanovski and presses him up against the cage.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Volkanovski tries to circle away but Smash Machine has him pinned against the cage.
Volkanovski has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Volkanovski managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Volkanovski tries to pull guard but Smash Machine forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Volkanovski is trying to push Smash Machine away but Smash Machine has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Smash Machine landing knees to the body.
Volkanovski blocks an elbow strike.
Volkanovski is looking to take this one to the mat.
Smash Machine lands an elbow inside.
Volkanovski takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#It looks like Aleksandar Volkanovski has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkanovski tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Smash Machine just stands there and leans against the cage.
Clinch King Smash Machine has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksandar Volkanovski.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Volkanovski is blocking nicely.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Volkanovski blocks with his arms.
Volkanovski tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Volkanovski has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T1##BC2#
Volkanovski breaks from the clinch.
Volkanovski misses with a two punch combination.
Volkanovski shoots in looking for a takedown. Smash Machine tries to sprawl out of it but Volkanovski keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Smash Machine manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Smash Machine closes the distance but Volkanovski moves to the side
and Volkanovski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Smash Machine fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Volkanovski paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A punch combination from Volkanovski misses.
Smash Machine seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Smash Machine with a jab.#CL#
Smash Machine moves into the clinch successfully.
Volkanovski tries to pull guard but Smash Machine won't allow it.
Volkanovski on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Volkanovski blocks with his arms. #T2#
Volkanovski is looking to break free of the clinch but Smash Machine has double underhooks.
Smash Machine 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.
Smash Machine throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #BC2#
Volkanovski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Volkanovski is looking to slow Smash Machine down with leg kicks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Volkanovski looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Smash Machine!#SUB2#
Volkanovski looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Volkanovski wants to control but Smash Machine is keeping him busy.
Smash Machine wants to control but Volkanovski postures up.
A lull in the action here as Volkanovski stalls from top position.#SU2#
Volkanovski stands up. #T3#
Volkanovski shoots in looking for a takedown. Smash Machine tries to sprawl out of it but Volkanovski keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Smash Machine manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Volkanovski takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CL#
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches.
Smash Machine has Volkanovski pressed against the cage, preventing Volkanovski from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Volkanovski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Volkanovski moves out of range.
Volkanovski takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Volkanovski paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Clinch King Smash Machine is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Volkanovski throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Smash Machine counters with a straight right hand.
Smash Machine misses with a wild body shot.
Volkanovski has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Volkanovski there as he acknowledges the shot.
Smash Machine swings for the body but Volkanovski moves out of range. #TD2#
Volkanovski dives in and scores a takedown into Smash Machine's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for a triangle but Volkanovski pushes his legs off easily.
Smash Machine wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Smash Machine throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Volkanovski escapes and throws Smash Machine's legs to the side, diving into side control! #SU2#
Volkanovski stands up and beckons Smash Machine to his feet.
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Smash Machine clinches up against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Aleksandar Volkanovski's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Smash Machine stuffs the takedown.
An attempted straight right counter from Smash Machine misses the target.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Volkanovski manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine throws an overhand right that lands on Volkanovski's shoulder, as Volkanovski tries to avoid the shot.
Volkanovski dives in for a single leg takedown but Smash Machine sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Clinch King Smash Machine is winning the standup battle so far.
Volkanovski walks into a jab.
Smash Machine scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Volkanovski shoots in for a takedown but Smash Machine shows good takedown defense.
Clinch King Smash Machine has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksandar Volkanovski.
Smash Machine throws a hook but Volkanovski blocks it.
Smash Machine fails to land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkanovski throws a series of punches but Smash Machine moves out of range.
A bone on bone clash there as Volkanovski blocks the leg kick.
Good shot there by Smash Machine.
Volkanovski throws a low kick but Smash Machine moves out of range easily.
Smash Machine looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Smash Machine throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T1#
Smash Machine takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Volkanovski lands a high kick! #CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up.
Smash Machine connects with a crisp jab.
Volkanovski misses with a takedown attempt
and Smash Machine counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Volkanovski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Smash Machine moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Smash Machine connects with a single shot there.
Smash Machine moves in looking to clinch but Volkanovski pushes him off.
Volkanovski throws a big counter head kick but Smash Machine avoids it with no problem.
Volkanovski misses with a head kick.
Smash Machine tries to counter by clinching up but Volkanovski breaks away and moves out of range.
Volkanovski tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Smash Machine swivels and escapes.
Volkanovski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smash Machine.
Smash Machine wants to clinch.
Volkanovski appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T2#
Volkanovski scores with a spinning back kick!
Volkanovski avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Volkanovski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Volkanovski shoots for a double leg takedown but Smash Machine sprawls well. He's pushed Volkanovski's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Smash Machine is looking to counter with a body kick.
The crowd cheers as Smash Machine lands an impressive looking overhand right. Volkanovski doesn't seem phased though.
Smash Machine takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Smash Machine is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Volkanovski can do to turn this around?
Smash Machine scores with a nice strike.
A punch combination from Smash Machine misses.
Volkanovski avoids the head kick by Smash Machine.
A jab from Smash Machine misses.
And Volkanovski responds with a good body kick, but Smash Machine manages to step out the way in time.#T3#
Volkanovski tries a head kick but it misses.
Smash Machine looks to score with a jab to the body but Volkanovski is just out of range.
Volkanovski is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Smash Machine fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Volkanovski circles away.
Smash Machine fails in his attempt to clinch.
Smash Machine just misses with a punch to the body.
Smash Machine wants to clinch up but Volkanovski keeps it at a distance.
Volkanovski scores with a head kick. Smash Machine tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CL#
Volkanovski gets tackled into the cage by Smash Machine. Smash Machine maintains the clinch.
Volkanovski is trying to break the clinch but Smash Machine is controlling him.
Volkanovski avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body. #BC2#
Volkanovski breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine misses with the body kick
and Volkanovski counters with a left to the body.
Volkanovski scores with a nice body kick. #T4#
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Volkanovski circles away.
Volkanovski throws a sloppy head kick and Smash Machine moves out of range easily.
Smash Machine swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Smash Machine uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Volkanovski.
Volkanovski walks into a left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A lazy left from Smash Machine finds it's target.
Volkanovski throws a sloppy head kick #CL#
and Smash Machine moves into the clinch.
Volkanovski jumps guard but Smash Machine turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Smash Machine connects with a nasty looking knee right to Volkanovski's face.
Volkanovski tries for a takedown. No joy.
Smash Machine creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Volkanovski tries to pull guard but Smash Machine holds him up against the cage and eventually Volkanovski drops back down to his feet.
Smash Machine lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Smash Machine is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Volkanovski unleashes a big counter combination but Smash Machine bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Volkanovski throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Smash Machine's head.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Volkanovski paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A head kick misses from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromVolkanovski.
Volkanovski scores with a hook to the body. Smash Machine takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Volkanovski lands a nice hook to Smash Machine's body. Smash Machine takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Volkanovski avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Smash Machine.
Volkanovski throws a head kick that misses.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up
letting Volkanovski counter with a right hand. #T1##CL#
Smash Machine rushes Volkanovski and presses him up against the cage.
Smash Machine crunches a lovely knee into Volkanovski's ribcage.
Volkanovski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Smash Machine crunches a lovely knee into Volkanovski's ribcage.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Volkanovski can't break the clinch.
Volkanovski has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Clinch King Smash Machine has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Smash Machine is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Volkanovski is defending well for now.
Smash Machine lands a nice elbow.
Smash Machine is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Volkanovski is defending well for now.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Smash Machine obliges.
Smash Machine comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Volkanovski tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Smash Machine just stands there and leans against the cage.
Volkanovski takes an elbow to the temple.
Volkanovski is looking for a takedown.#T2#
Volkanovski takes a shot to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smash Machine with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Knees in the clinch landing for Smash Machine.
Volkanovski on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Volkanovski blocks it with crossed arms.
Smash Machine working Volkanovski over with knees to the body.
Smash Machine landing knees to the body.
Volkanovski blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Volkanovski takes an elbow to the temple.
Smash Machine is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Volkanovski is defending well for now.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head.
Nice elbow from Smash Machine.
Volkanovski takes an elbow to the forehead.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Smash Machine. #T3#
Smash Machine gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #BC2#
Volkanovski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Volkanovski counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Volkanovski swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Smash Machine uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Volkanovski.
Smash Machine with a hook.
Clinch King Smash Machine is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Volkanovski needs to keep his hands up - Smash Machine had a free shot at his head there.
Volkanovski looks to land a body kick but Smash Machine moved away.
Smash Machine looks to land a combination but Volkanovski avoids it well.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Volkanovski! But no joy.#CL#
Smash Machine instigates a clinch.
Smash Machine landing knees to the head.
Volkanovski drops down looking for an ankle pick but Smash Machine pulls his leg out and moves away.
Clinch King Smash Machine has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aleksandar Volkanovski.#T4#
Smash Machine lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Volkanovski connects with a right hand. Smash Machine shakes it off.
Volkanovski misses with a body shot.
Volkanovski tries a head kick but it misses.
Volkanovski misses with an uppercut
and Smash Machine counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Smash Machine blocks a head kick by Volkanovski.
Smash Machine throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Volkanovski.
Volkanovski tries to move into range but Smash Machine moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Smash Machine throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Volkanovski.
Aleksandar Volkanovski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Volkanovski looks to land a combination but Smash Machine avoids it well.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Clinch King Smash Machine!
In his post fight interview, Clinch King Smash Machine gave a big smile as he said 'It's Clinch King Bit**!'.

Event: HFC 125
Date: Mar 19, 2022

#R1#
Zimmerman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Smash Machine thuds his right hand into Zimmerman's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CUT#It looks like Moritz Zimmerman has been cut.
A punch combination from Smash Machine misses.
Zimmerman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Zimmerman takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #TD2#
Zimmerman throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Smash Machine was covering up waiting for the punch and Zimmerman finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Zimmerman preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Zimmerman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Zimmerman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Zimmerman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Zimmerman is controlling him.
Zimmerman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Smash Machine works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Smash Machine wants to sweep here but Zimmerman controlling him for the moment.
Zimmerman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Smash Machine is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Smash Machine is controlling Zimmerman's posture.
Zimmerman throwing strikes from guard but Smash Machine blocks nicely.
Zimmerman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Zimmerman wants to pass the guard but Smash Machine is keeping the position.
Zimmerman postures up.
Smash Machine working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Zimmerman.
Smash Machine wants to stand and escape but Zimmerman is having none of it.
Zimmerman wants to pass the guard but Smash Machine is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Smash Machine has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Zimmerman doesn't defend quickly enough and Smash Machine has managed to lock this one up! Can Zimmerman escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Smash Machine on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Clinch King Smash Machine!
An intense looking Clinch King Smash Machine took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'It's Clinch King Bit**!'.

Event: HFC 123 - Joad vs Petrov
Date: Feb 26, 2022

#R1#
Smash Machine wants to clinch up but Minnagh keeps it at a distance.
Smash Machine with a poor takedown
letting Minnagh counter with a right hand. #CUT#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Minnagh paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It appears Minnagh was looking to counter with a kick there.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Smash Machine 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.
Smash Machine buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Smash Machine jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2#
Smash Machine rushes Minnagh and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Smash Machine gets control of Minnagh's arms and successfully pulls guard. Smash Machine will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Minnagh slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB2#
Smash Machine escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Minnagh gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine working a defensive guard here.
Minnagh wants to get up but he can't break Smash Machine's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T1#
Smash Machine looking for a sweep. Not yet Smash Machine, not yet.
Minnagh sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Minnagh would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Smash Machine can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Minnagh controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Smash Machine dips to his left and cracks Minnagh with an uppercut!
Smash Machine tries to score a power double leg takedown but Minnagh sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Smash Machine somewhat.
Minnagh was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Smash Machine tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Minnagh was well out of range. Poor timing from Smash Machine.
Minnagh throws a big counter combination but Smash Machine scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T2#
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Minnagh moves out of range.
Smash Machine misses with a leg kick
and Minnagh counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smash Machine wants to clinch up but Minnagh keeps it at a distance.
Smash Machine misses with a lunging right hand
and Minnagh counters with an outside leg kick.
Minnagh slips a straight right by Smash Machine.
Minnagh swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Minnagh avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Minnagh thinks about countering with a body kick.
Smash Machine closes the distance but Minnagh moves to the side
and Minnagh counters with a left to the body.
Minnagh displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Smash Machine throws out the jab.
Nice sprawl there from Minnagh as Smash Machine shoots in.
Bobby Minnagh has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clinch King Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up but Minnagh swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Smash Machine throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Minnagh sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Smash Machine fails to land the takedown.#T3#
Minnagh swats away the attempt to clinch by Smash Machine.
An attempted straight right counter from Minnagh misses the target.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Minnagh moves out of range.
Minnagh fires out a quick counter leg kick but Smash Machine just manages to avoid it.
Minnagh moves away from the strike by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine is looking to clinch but Minnagh is avoiding it.
Minnagh defending well as Smash Machine loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd cheers as Smash Machine lands an impressive looking overhand right. Minnagh doesn't seem phased though.
Smash Machine shoots and misses
and Minnagh counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Minnagh circles away.
Minnagh lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Smash Machine misses with a body punch
and Minnagh counters with a nice uppercut.
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smash Machine misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Minnagh.
Smash Machine fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T4#
Smash Machine misses with a looping left.
Smash Machine tries to clinch
and Smash Machine takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Smash Machine waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Minnagh.
A solid leg kick lands there for Minnagh.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up.
Minnagh swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Minnagh keeps the fight on the outside.
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!
Minnagh misses with a double jab
and Smash Machine counters with a straight right hand.
Smash Machine fails to land with a series of punches.
Minnagh keeps the fight on the outside.
An attempted straight right counter from Minnagh misses the target.
Smash Machine tries to land a front kick but Minnagh steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#CL2#
Smash Machine moves into the clinch successfully.
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 Bobby Minnagh will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Smash Machine misses with a hook
and Minnagh counters with a body kick.
Smash Machine throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Minnagh checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Minnagh is looking to counter with head kicks.
Smash Machine has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Minnagh.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Minnagh paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Minnagh was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Minnagh gets tackled into the cage by Smash Machine. Smash Machine maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Smash Machine pulls guard successfully.
Minnagh wanted to stand there but Smash Machine had control of the position. #SUB2#
Smash Machine looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minnagh's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Minnagh got a little sloppy there for a moment and Smash Machine has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Minnagh has managed to get both his arms back between Smash Machine's legs - danger averted.
Minnagh trying to stand up but can't free himself from Smash Machine's guard.#T1#
Minnagh's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Smash Machine had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Minnagh defends it easily.
Minnagh engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Minnagh got a little sloppy there for a moment and Smash Machine has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Minnagh has managed to get both his arms back between Smash Machine's legs - danger averted.
Minnagh content to stall in guard here.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Minnagh trying to stand up but can't free himself from Smash Machine's guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Minnagh gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Smash Machine misses with a left hand
and Minnagh counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Smash Machine thinking.
Horrible takedown attempt by Smash Machine or perhaps it was just good defense by Minnagh, which made it look bad.
Smash Machine is trying hard to land a takedown here. Minnagh sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Minnagh is looking to counter with head kicks.
Minnagh walks forward, straight into a front kick from Smash Machine.
Bobby Minnagh is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Minnagh looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Smash Machine scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Minnagh takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Smash Machine misses with a body shot. #T3#
Smash Machine moves in looking to clinch but Minnagh pushes him off.
Minnagh tried to counter with a leg kick but Smash Machine avoided it.
Smash Machine throws a hook but Minnagh blocks it.
Minnagh was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Smash Machine tries to land a front kick but Minnagh steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Minnagh was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Minnagh connects with a body shot that sends Smash Machine's belly button to the back.
Smash Machine is breathing heavily.
Smash Machine misses with a double jab.
Minnagh was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
No joy there for Smash Machine, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Smash Machine misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Minnagh counters with a slapping leg kick.
Minnagh goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Minnagh cracks Smash Machine with an open hand slap.#CUT#That has opened up Clinch King Smash Machine's cut even more.
Minnagh is looking to land body kicks.
Smash Machine throws a low kick but it's checked well by Minnagh.
Smash Machine just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMinnagh.
Smash Machine fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Minnagh thinks about countering with a head kick.#T4#
Smash Machine misses with a hook
and Minnagh counters with a stiff right hand.
Minnagh lands a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smash Machine throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Minnagh throws a counter high kick but Smash Machine was just alert enough to avoid it.
Smash Machine closes the distance but Minnagh moves to the side #KD#
and Minnagh counters with a crisp right hand that drops Smash Machine! Minnagh lets Smash Machine back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Smash Machine is rocked!
Minnagh throws a nice inside leg kick.
Smash Machine misses with an uppercut. Minnagh saw that one coming.#CL2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Smash Machine tries to pull guard but Minnagh holds him up against the cage and eventually Smash Machine drops back down to his feet.
Bobby Minnagh has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clinch King Smash Machine.
Minnagh tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.
Smash Machine blocking some punches.
Still in the clinch, Minnagh scores with a nice short uppercut.#CUT#The cut above Clinch King Smash Machine's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#BC#
Minnagh breaks from the clinch.
Minnagh scores with a push kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bobby Minnagh dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Minnagh swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Smash Machine tries to counter by closing the distance.
Smash Machine shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Minnagh defends it nicely.
It looked like Minnagh wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Minnagh checks a low kick from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Minnagh.
Smash Machine wants to clinch.
Minnagh tried to counter with a leg kick but Smash Machine avoided it.
Bobby Minnagh is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Smash Machine throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Minnagh tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Smash Machine is in Minnagh's guard.
Minnagh keeping moving, preventing Smash Machine from controlling successfully. #T1#
Minnagh wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Minnagh wants to sweep here but Smash Machine controlling him for the moment.
Smash Machine being controlled here momentarily.
Smash Machine content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Minnagh keeping full guard, as Smash Machine tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Smash Machine gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Nice elbow from Smash Machine. #CUT2#It looks like Bobby Minnagh has been cut.
Smash Machine tries a body shot but Minnagh blocks it.
Minnagh lands with a left to the head.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
Minnagh's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Clinch King Smash Machine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine lands with a light punch inside.
Smash Machine is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Minnagh is defending well for now.
Smash Machine lands a damaging elbow. #T3#
Smash Machine throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Minnaghs head.
Smash Machine drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Minnagh gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Smash Machine takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC#
Minnagh manages to break the clinch.
A bone on bone clash there as Minnagh blocks the leg kick.
Minnagh is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A left lands for Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Minnagh moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Minnagh tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Smash Machine takes one to the chin there.
Smash Machine wants to clinch.
Minnagh lands a nice shot to the body. #T4#
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up but Minnagh swats him away and circles back towards the center.
And Minnagh counters with a quick kick to the body but Smash Machine blocks it.
Smash Machine throws a leg kick
and Minnagh counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Smash Machine avoids a kick to the body.
Smash Machine shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Minnagh as he avoids it easily.
Bobby Minnagh has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clinch King Smash Machine.
Smash Machine looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Minnagh is fending him off so far but Smash Machine persists. Nope, Minnagh circles away and we're back to standing.
Smash Machine throws a lazy uppercut
and Minnagh counters with a thumping low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smash Machine stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Minnagh throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Smash Machine on the side of the head.
Smash Machine tries to clinch
and Minnagh counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bobby Minnagh is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Minnagh cracks Smash Machine with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Bobby Minnagh.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Minnagh, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobby Minnagh!
During a confident post fight interview, Bobby Minnagh thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Clinch King Smash Machine stepped up to the mic, saying 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: HFC 119 - Vaiduolkis vs Ford
Date: Jan 29, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Smash Machine darts in and clinches Van Barle up against the cage.
Van Barle throws a head punch that misses.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Smash Machine is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Van Barle is defending well for now.
Van Barle stalling the fight.
Smash Machine lands a shoulder strike.
Van Barle lands a body shot.
Smash Machine avoids the elbow strike from Van Barle, against the cage.
Smash Machine avoids a wild elbow strike from Van Barle.
Van Barle gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Van Barle throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Van Barle looking to stall.
Van Barle misses with a hook from the clinch.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Van Barle is blocking nicely.
Van Barle utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Van Barle creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Smash Machine's defenses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT#That has opened up Clinch King Smash Machine's cut even more.
Van Barle lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Van Barle lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine working Van Barle over with knees to the body.#T1#
Van Barle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Barle throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Smash Machine 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.
Van Barle lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#The cut above Clinch King Smash Machine's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Van Barle creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Van Barle creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Van Barle working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#CUT#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Smash Machine scores with a knee to the head.
Van Barle tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Van Barle is blocking nicely.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Van Barle avoids the damage to the body.
Van Barle avoids a wild elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Van Barle.
Smash Machine crunches a lovely knee into Van Barle's ribcage.
Smash Machine blocks an uppercut.
Van Barle misses with a knee strike.
Van Barle lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice elbow from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to pull guard but Van Barle won't allow it.
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Van Barle. #T2#
Van Barle pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Smash Machine dodges an elbow strike from Van Barle.
With the fighters up against the cage, Smash Machine throws an elbow but misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Van Barle.
Van Barle takes an elbow to the forehead.
Van Barle lands a body punch.
Smash Machine looks winded!
Smash Machine takes an elbow to the temple.
Van Barle scores with a shot to the side of Smash Machine's head.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Clinch King Smash Machine's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Dillon Van Barle!
Dillon Van Barle took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.
Clinch King Smash Machine was interviewed post fight and said 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: HFC 116 - Todd vs Nickel
Date: Jan 01, 2022

#R1#
A jab from Smash Machine finds it's way through Roger's defenses.
Roger throws out a loose jab but Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Smash Machine displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Roger throws out the jab.
Roger connects with a looping right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Roger throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Roger shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Smash Machine cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Roger misses the jab.
Smash Machine throws a nice outside leg kick.
Roger misses the body punch
and Roger takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Smash Machine with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Roger lands a slapping body shot.
Roger shoots in for a takedown but Smash Machine shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Roger manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Roger changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
The fighters circling - Roger throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Decent striking displayed by Roger there.
Roger just misses with a punch to the body.
Roger misses with a body shot.
Smash Machine moves out of range of the strikes.
Clinch King Smash Machine is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Smash Machine stuffs the takedown attempt from Roger. Roger gets slowly back to his feet.
Smash Machine tries to counter by clinching up but Roger breaks away and moves out of range.
Clinch King Smash Machine has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jolly Roger.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Roger moves out of range.
Smash Machine throws a front kick that sends Roger stumbling back into the cage.
Roger shoots in but no luck this time.
Smash Machine was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Smash Machine lands an overhand right.
Roger swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Smash Machine is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Roger takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Smash Machine scores with a crisp jab that stopped Roger in his tracks.
Smash Machine lands a lovely overhand right.
Smash Machine fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Smash Machine scores with a crisp jab that stopped Roger in his tracks. #ROC#Roger is rocked!
Roger misses with a shot to the body
and Smash Machine counters with a huge left! Roger is in big trouble! He's backing up but Smash Machine isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Roger from any more damage. A dominating finish by Smash Machine!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Clinch King Smash Machine!
A less than humble Clinch King Smash Machine misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: HFC 114 Washington v Babinski
Date: Dec 18, 2021

#R1#
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Bessant circles away.
Smash Machine looks to land a right hand but Bessant moved out of range.
Bessant is looking to counter punch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Smash Machine has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#CL2#
Smash Machine has managed to clinch.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bessant managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine misses with an elbow strike.
Smash Machine landing knees to the body.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Bessant has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Smash Machine jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bessant walks away with a smile on his face. Smash Machine gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Smash Machine fails with an attempt to clinch.
Smash Machine fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine avoids a punch combination nicely. #T1##CL2#
Smash Machine gets a clinch.
Bessant wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC#
Bessant manages to break the clinch.
Smash Machine waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bessant.
Bessant circles away from the clinch attempt.
Smash Machine misses with a takedown attempt
and Bessant counters with a slapping leg kick.
John Bessant has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clinch King Smash Machine.
A low kick lands for Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bessant swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Smash Machine is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Smash Machine wants to clinch.#T2#
Smash Machine lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bessant circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bessant is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine fails with an attempt to clinch.
Smash Machine fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bessant bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bessant takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Bessant is having none of it. #T3#
Smash Machine throws a leg kick but Bessant sees it coming and checks it nicely. #CL2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Bessant's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bessant takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bessant drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Smash Machine misses with a looping right.
Smash Machine scores with a body shot. #CL2#
Smash Machine moves into the clinch successfully.
Smash Machine landing knees to the head. #CUT2#It looks like John Bessant has been cut.#BC#
Bessant pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Smash Machine has managed to clinch. #BC#
Bessant's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smash Machine misses the jab.
Smash Machine is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#T4#
Smash Machine scores with the left hand. Bessant knows he should have avoided that one.
Smash Machine with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bessant counters with a two punch combo.
Smash Machine tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bessant is able to avoid easily.
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches up with Bessant, looking for a takedown. Smash Machine pushes Bessant against the cage but Bessant circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bessant fires out a quick counter leg kick but Smash Machine just manages to avoid it.
Bessant swats away the attempt to clinch by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bessants jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Smash Machine digs a good body shot into Bessant's ribs.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bessant tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that round.
The cut man is working on John Bessant'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#
Bessant fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smash Machine manages to avoid it.
Smash Machine misses with a straight right.
An attempted straight right counter from Bessant misses the target.
Smash Machine throws a hook to the side of Bessant's head but Bessant sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Good shot there by Smash Machine.
Bessant throws a low kick but Smash Machine avoids it.
Bessant connects with the punch.
Bessant keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Smash Machine.#CL2#
Smash Machine pushes Bessant up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bessant avoiding damage.
Smash Machine has Bessant pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bessant manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC#
Bessant pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bessant checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
It looked like Bessant was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Smash Machine.#T1#
Smash Machine looks to land a combination. Bessant sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#TD2#
Smash Machine drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Bessant might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Bessant parries the strikes from Smash Machine easily there. Smash Machine is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Bessant to escape. #SUB2#
Smash Machine wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bessant, who protects the arm well.
Smash Machine advances nicely into full mount. #SUB2#
Smash Machine looking for a guillotine from mount but Bessant is having none of it.
Bessant is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smash Machine trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T2#
Bessant tries to control Smash Machine's body but Smash Machine pushes him off. Bessant squirms to his side and now Smash Machine has his back!
Smash Machine controlling well, preventing Bessant from escaping the position.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Bessant fending off the submission attempt from Smash Machine.
Bessant tries to escape but Smash Machine has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Bessant trying to control the position but Smash Machine manages to sink in the hooks.
Bessant breaks Smash Machine's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard. #SUB2#
Bessant avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T3##SUB2#
Smash Machine looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Bessant is defending well. Smash Machine quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Bessant has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Smash Machine celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Clinch King Smash Machine!
A less than humble Clinch King Smash Machine misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: HFC 109 - Bigg vs Washington
Date: Nov 13, 2021

#R1#
King scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Smash Machine doesn't seem bothered though.
King misses with a jab, cross combination.
Smash Machine changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
King slips a straight right by Smash Machine.
A punch lands to the side of Smash Machine 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CUT#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
King misses with a jab, cross combination.
King has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Bone Breakerz in the buildup to the fight.
King jabs at Smash Machine's body.
Smash Machine thuds his right hand into King's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
King will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Smash Machine ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
King swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Smash Machine counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
King misses with a hook to the body
and Smash Machine counters with a right hand to the body.
Smash Machine closes the distance looking to clinch
and King counters with a left to the body.
Nice shot by King.#T1#
Good standup being displayed there by King as he connects with a hook.
King misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL2#
Smash Machine has taken the fight to the clinch.
Smash Machine throws an elbow but it misses.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from King.
Smash Machine creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through King's defenses. #CUT2#It looks like David King has been cut.
King takes a knee right on the jaw!
King on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but King blocks it. #BC#
King pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
King cracks Smash Machine with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Smash Machine 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.
Smash Machine gets cracked with a nice right hand there by King.#CUT#That has opened up Clinch King Smash Machine's cut even more.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smash Machine throws a front kick aimed at King's knee but King avoids it well.
King throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Smash Machine stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
King scores with a decent looking hook.
King throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
King takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL2#
Smash Machine takes the fight into the clinch.
King on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine tries to pull guard but King won't allow it. #TD2#
Smash Machine pulls guard effortlessly.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
King slips nicely into half guard.
King looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
King has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
King is thwarting Smash Machine's attempts to control the position.
King trying to control the pace. #T3##SU#
King gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
The fighters circling - King throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
King cracks Smash Machine with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
King feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Smash Machines jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A big right from King misses.
King walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The fighters circling - Smash Machine throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL2#
Smash Machine moves into range and clinches up with King.
Smash Machine landing knees to the body.
Smash Machine creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Smash Machine keeps the fight in the clinch, despite King's efforts to push away.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Smash Machine lands a nice knee to the body. #T4#
King misses with a punch to the body.
King managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
King dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
King has had enough of the clinch but Smash Machine keeps him there for the moment.
King tries to break free but Smash Machine pushes him back against the cage.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from King.
King swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Smash Machine looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Smash Machine is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. King is defending well for now.
Smash Machine connects with a knee to the head.
King makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Smash Machine with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but King is blocking nicely.
King tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
King goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from King on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that David King will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Smash Machine throws a hook but King avoids it easily.
Some wild striking there from Smash Machine.
King on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
King misses with a lunging right hand
and Smash Machine counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but King circles away.
Smash Machine looks to land a left hand but King moved out of range nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from King. Smash Machine does a little dance to reset his feet.
King avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
King looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from King. Those never looked like landing.
King clobbers Smash Machine with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Smash Machine keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
King fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A telegraphed right hand from Smash Machine misses the target. #T1#
King swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Smash Machine connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Smash Machine lands a really nice looking cross but King seems unphased.
Smash Machine misses with a combination
and King counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Smash Machine thinking. #CL2#
King tries to keep at a distance but Smash Machine has taken the fight into the clinch.
King tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.
King throws a head punch that misses.
Smash Machine with a knee to the head. #BC#
King pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
David King is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Smash Machine throws a head kick that misses.
Smash Machine 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.
King slips under a jab.
King swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Smash Machine swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Smash Machine moves away from the strike by King. #CL2#
Smash Machine forces King back against the cage and clinches.#T2#
King lands a right hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
King has a couple of punches blocked by Smash Machine.
King throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Smash Machine is breathing heavily.#BC#
King manages to break the clinch.
King slips under a jab.
King scores with a punch to the head.
King lands a jab.#CUT#The cut above Clinch King Smash Machine's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
King pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
King slips under a jab.
King misses with a body shot. #CL2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
King blocks the elbow strike.
Nice body punch from King.
King throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A left hand lands to the body for King. #T3##BC#
King manages to break the clinch.
King wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
King ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Left hook, right uppercut from King.
A telegraphed right hand from King misses the target.
Smash Machine is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
King scores with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Smash Machine throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #KD#
King lands a big right hand that sends Smash Machine crashing to the mat! King stays standing though and waves Smash Machine back to his feet!#ROC#Smash Machine is rocked!#CUT#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Clinch King Smash Machine's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). David King!
After the fight, David King was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
Clinch King Smash Machine was interviewed post fight and said 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: HFC 104 - Sitsongrit vs Branko
Date: Oct 16, 2021

#R1#
Smash Machine fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Weismuller.
Weismuller swings for the body but Smash Machine moves out of range. #CL#
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches.
Smash Machine misses with an elbow strike.
Weismuller throws a punch but it's blocked by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Weismuller tries to work over Smash Machine's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Smash Machine has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Weismuller after a bit of a struggle.
Weismuller misses with a hook from the clinch.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Weismuller tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.
Weismuller misses with some punches.
Weismuller throws a punch but it's blocked by Smash Machine.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Weismuller.
Smash Machine 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.
Weismuller lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weismuller lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Weismuller lands a right hand.
Weismuller lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Weismuller blocks it with crossed arms.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Weismuller. #BC2#
Weismuller pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Nice jab there from Weismuller.
Weismuller throws a looping overhand right but Smash Machine ducks down to avoid it. #KD2#
Weismuller sends Smash Machine crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Weismuller is motioning to the referee to let Smash Machine up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Smash Machine is rocked!#CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is getting worse.
Weismuller cracks a nice hook into Smash Machine's ribs.
Oh Smash Machine is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Smash Machine is breathing heavily.
Weismuller looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tommy Weismuller is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Weismuller takes the fight into the clinch.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Smash Machine seems to have got his legs back now.
Weismuller misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Weismuller has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Smash Machine seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Weismuller can turn it around.
Weismuller lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Weismuller working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Smash Machine tries to pull guard but Weismuller holds him up against the cage and eventually Smash Machine drops back down to his feet.
Weismuller has a couple of punches blocked by Smash Machine.
Weismuller goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Weismuller lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Weismuller struggles to land a body shot inside as Smash Machine controls his hands.
Weismuller pushes Smash Machine back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Weismuller scores with a nice hook to the head.#T2#
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Weismuller has a couple of punches blocked by Smash Machine.
Weismuller misses with a hook to the ribs.
Weismuller tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
Weismuller tries to throw a body punch but Smash Machine avoids it by throwing Weismuller back against the cage.
Weismuller tries to throw a body punch but Smash Machine avoids it by throwing Weismuller back against the cage.
Smash Machine blocks an uppercut.
Weismuller working aggressively here.
Smash Machine connects with a nasty looking knee right to Weismuller's face. #CUT#It looks like Tommy Weismuller has been cut.
A head punch on the inside from Weismuller fails to land.
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Weismuller.
Weismuller misses with the head strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Weismuller creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A knee to the head by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine lands an elbow just above Weismuller 's eye.
Weismuller lands an uppercut.
Smash Machine drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Weismuller gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Weismuller takes an elbow to the forehead. #T3#
Smash Machine blocks an uppercut.
Smash Machine is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Weismuller is defending well for now.
Weismuller managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Weismuller in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Weismuller can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Weismuller has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Weismuller doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Smash Machine just misses with a elbow thrown towards Weismuller's brow.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Weismuller throws a head punch that misses.
Weismuller misses with a short punch on the inside.
Weismuller scores with an uppercut up the middle.#CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Weismuller blocks the elbow strike.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Weismuller.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Smash Machine working Weismuller over with knees to the body.
Weismuller stops a takedown attempt from Smash Machine.
Weismuller is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T4#
Weismuller tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Weismuller blocks it.
With the fighters up against the cage, Smash Machine throws an elbow but misses.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smash Machine blocking some punches.
Weismuller lands a hook to the side of the head.
Smash Machine throws an elbow but it misses.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Weismuller avoids the damage to the body.
Weismuller gets through Smash Machine's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Smash Machine blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Weismuller as the two fighters clinch.
Weismuller struggles to land a body shot inside as Smash Machine controls his hands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Smash Machine blocks an uppercut.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Weismuller.
Weismuller tries to throw a body punch but Smash Machine avoids it by throwing Weismuller back against the cage.
Weismuller struggles to land a body shot inside as Smash Machine controls his hands.
Weismuller swings wildly with an uppercut but Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy Weismuller dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Weismuller swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Smash Machine was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Smash Machine wants to clinch.
Nice shot lands for Weismuller.
Smash Machine is looking to clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Smash Machine looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Weismuller now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Weismuller throws a right and a left that Smash Machine avoids nicely.
Smash Machine is looking to counter the offense by Weismuller and move into the clinch.
Smash Machine dodges the punch combination from Weismuller.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weismuller ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smash Machine moves away.
Nice body punch from Weismuller.
Weismuller throws a lazy uppercut
and Smash Machine counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Weismuller paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Donk. Smash Machine catches Weismuller right on the button with a cross.
Weismuller fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Smash Machine has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Weismuller pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A jab lands there for Smash Machine.
Smash Machine takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Weismuller avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Weismuller misses with a left hand #CL#
and Smash Machine counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Weismuller avoids it.
A short body shot lands from Weismuller as the two fighters clinch.
Smash Machine blocking some punches.
Weismuller lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #CUT2#Jeez, Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Weismuller is blocking nicely.
Weismuller tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Smash Machine pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Weismuller misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Weismuller escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smash Machine scores with a crisp jab that stopped Weismuller in his tracks. #T2#
Smash Machine looks to land a left hand but Weismuller moved out of range nicely.
Weismuller tries to counter by closing the distance.
Weismuller has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smash Machine misses with a jab to the body #CL2#
and Weismuller moves into the clinch.
Weismuller tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
A short uppercut from Smash Machine.
Weismuller takes an elbow to the forehead.
Weismuller takes a knee right on the jaw!
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Smash Machine tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Weismuller misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice elbow from Smash Machine. #CUT#That has opened up Tommy Weismuller's cut even more.
Weismuller managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine lands a good knee to the midsection. Weismuller won't want to take too many of those.
Smash Machine has a couple of punches blocked by Weismuller.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Weismuller blocks it.
Smash Machine utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Weismuller blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine. #T3#
Weismuller goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Weismuller makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Weismuller prevents a takedown attempt there.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Weismuller.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Weismuller blocks the elbow strike.
Weismuller lands a left hand.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Weismuller.
Weismuller working aggressively here.
Smash Machine looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Smash Machine pushes Weismuller back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Weismuller creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Smash Machine is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Weismuller makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Smash Machine tries for a takedown but Weismuller manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Clinch King Smash Machine. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Weismuller goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
A short uppercut from Weismuller.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Clinch King Smash Machine's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Tommy Weismuller!
After the big win, Tommy Weismuller made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors FUClothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
Clinch King Smash Machine spoke after the fight, saying 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: HFC 98 - Tai Kung vs Petrov
Date: Sep 18, 2021

#R1#
Smash Machine misses with a hook. Randleman ducked under it nicely.
Randleman misses with an uppercut.
Smash Machine seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Randleman scores with a shot to the body.
Smash Machine moves in looking to clinch but Randleman pushes him off.
Randleman walks into a straight right hand from Smash Machine.
Randleman throws a nice looking combination but Smash Machine bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Smash Machine moves in looking to clinch but Randleman pushes him off.
Smash Machine throws a looping overhand right but Randleman ducks down to avoid it.
Smash Machine lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Smash Machine avoids the body shot from Randleman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Smash Machine misses.
A punch lands to the side of Smash Machine 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Smash Machine throws a chopping leg kick but Randleman manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Randleman throws out a counter right but Smash Machine avoids it with no problem.
Randleman slips under a jab.
Randleman misses with a kick to the body
and Smash Machine cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Randleman uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Smash Machine has time to react.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up but Randleman circles away and keeps his distance.
Nice defenses there by Smash Machine.
The fighters circling - Smash Machine throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Smash Machine attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Randleman's coach down at GWad's Playpen was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Randleman's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Randleman moves out of range of the body kick.
Smash Machine lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Smash Machine ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Randleman slips a jab from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Randleman swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Randleman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Smash Machine paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T2#
Randleman has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smash Machine tries to land a body kick
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Smash Machine throws a body kick that misses
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.
Smash Machine wants to clinch up but Randleman keeps it at a distance.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Randleman is having none of it.
Smash Machine lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Randleman throws a shot from downtown. Smash Machine moves away and avoids it.
Smash Machine fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Randleman appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Randleman's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Smash Machine connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Randleman scrambles back to his feet.
Smash Machine misses with a body kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine closes the distance but Randleman moves to the side
and Randleman counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Randleman keeps the fight on the outside.
Smash Machine is looking to clinch but Randleman is avoiding it.
Randleman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Smash Machine throws a nice looking combination but Randleman bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A good leg kick by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine thows a left - swing and a miss!
A looping hook to the body misses from Randleman. Smash Machine does a little dance to reset his feet.
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smash Machine connects with a body shot that sends Randleman's belly button to the back.
Randleman lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Smash Machine at a distance.
Smash Machine throws a one two combo.
Randleman throws a low kick, looking for Smash Machine's leg but Smash Machine calmly moves out of range.
Randleman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Randleman swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Smash Machine waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Randleman.#T4#
The fighters circle momentarily. Randleman darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Smash Machine wants to clinch but Randleman slips to the side
and Randleman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice cross by Smash Machine.
Randleman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Smash Machine.
Randleman was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Randleman circles away from the clinch attempt.
Randleman only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Smash Machine looks to clinch
and Randleman counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is getting worse.
Smash Machine with a hook.
Smash Machine on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Randleman. Randleman obviously looking to wear him down.
Smash Machine slips under a jab.
Nice shot lands for Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up.
Smash Machine is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Smash Machine jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Randleman.
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 Clinch King Smash Machine will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine'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#
Smash Machine defending well as Randleman loads up on a big left hand.
A slow jab from Randleman misses its intended target.
Smash Machine wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Smash Machine tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Randleman is able to avoid easily.
A jab lands there for Smash Machine.
Randleman slips under a jab.
Randleman follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#CL#
Smash Machine instigates a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Randleman's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Randleman managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Randleman throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smash Machines head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right hook to the body lands for Randleman.
Randleman blocks the elbow strike.
Randleman dodges an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Randleman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Smash Machine throws an elbow that misses. #T1#
Smash Machine misses with an elbow over the top.
Smash Machine lands a good knee to the midsection. Randleman won't want to take too many of those.#BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Smash Machine throws a right hand that misses
and Randleman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Randleman.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Randleman circles away.
A lazy body kick from Smash Machine
and Randleman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Smash Machine thinking.
Randleman moves away from the strike by Smash Machine.
Randleman only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Smash Machine connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A low kick from Randleman is predictable there
and Smash Machine counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smash Machine misses with a right hand
letting Randleman counter with a right hand.
Smash Machine ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
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!
Smash Machine swings away with a leg kick that misses.#CL#
Smash Machine gets a clinch. #T2##BC2#
Randleman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Randleman paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL#
Smash Machine darts in and clinches Randleman up against the cage.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Randleman avoids it.
Smash Machine pushes off an throws an elbow but Randleman leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
A hook to the body from Randleman.
Good body shot from Randleman.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#BC2#
Randleman breaks the clinch.
Randleman looks to throw the jab but Smash Machine is out of range.
Smash Machine connects with a body shot.
Randleman scoring well with a low kick there.
Smash Machine moves out of range of the body kick.
Smash Machine throws a lazy right hand but Randleman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Randleman now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Randleman circles away from the clinch attempt. #T3#
Smash Machine closes the distance but Randleman moves to the side
and Randleman counters with a stiff right hand.
Smash Machine with a hook.
Smash Machine misses with a straight left.
A countering left hand to the body from Randleman misses.
Randleman avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Randleman scores with a jab. Smash Machine acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Randleman circles away from the clinch attempt
and Randleman counters with a low kick, right behind Smash Machine 's knee.
Smash Machine ducks under a wild hook from Randleman.
Randleman throws a push kick but Smash Machine slaps the foot to one side.
Randleman swats away the attempt to clinch by Smash Machine.#T4#
Decent striking displayed by Randleman there.
Smash Machine misses with a two punch combination.
A shot to the body from Smash Machine misses
enabling Randleman to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#Jeez, Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Randleman throws a hook to the side of Smash Machine's head but Smash Machine sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Randleman throws a head kick that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Randleman connects with a body shot that sends Smash Machine's belly button to the back.
Randleman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Randleman 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. #CL#
Smash Machine rushes Randleman and presses him up against the cage.
Randleman lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Randleman tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.
Clinch King Smash Machine has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Randleman lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Randy Randleman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine's cut.
That's time! Smash Machine's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Smash Machine is looking to land body kicks.
A punch lands to the side of Randleman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Smash Machine walks into a straight right hand from Randleman.
Randy Randleman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Smash Machine rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #KD2#
and Randleman counters with a crisp one two that drops Smash Machine! Randleman thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Smash Machine to his feet! Smash Machine is in big trouble!#ROC2#Smash Machine is rocked!
Randleman circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Smash Machine to the canvas! Smash Machine doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Randleman keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randy Randleman!
Randy Randleman spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
The defeated Clinch King Smash Machine had this to say: 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: HFC 90 - Bigg vs Krutel
Date: Aug 14, 2021

#R1#
Gomez takes one on the button.
Gomez thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gomez moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL2#
Smash Machine moves into the clinch.
Gomez is trying to break the clinch but Smash Machine has him pressed against the cage.
Gomez is trying to break the clinch but Smash Machine has him pressed against the cage.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Gomez avoids the damage to the body.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Gomez tries to break the clinch but Smash Machine is controlling the position.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine keeps control of Gomez as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Gomez avoids the damage to the body.
Smash Machine keeps control of Gomez as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Gomez 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.#BC#
Gomez escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Gomez swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Gomez wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T1#
Smash Machine cracks Gomez on the chin with a massive knee! He's been separated from consciousness before he even hits the floor! Absolutely fantastic knee and a brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Clinch King Smash Machine!
Clinch King Smash Machine took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, The MMA Tycoon Private Bank (40%) for their support in the buildup to the fight.
Tonny Gomez was interviewed post fight and said 'Hes a better man tonight but i aint going nowhere hi there kids @ #HouseOfChange we gon do it i Promise ðŸ™‚'.

Event: HFC 82 - Stardust vs Smith
Date: Jul 02, 2021

#R1#
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Jaxon Flaxon Waxon circles away.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Smash Machine instigates a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smash Machine.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Xmus Jaxon Flaxon Waxon has been cut.
Smash Machine 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.#BC2#
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Smash Machine moves to clinch but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon breaks away
and Jaxon Flaxon Waxon counters with a straight right hand.
We've been informed that Jaxon Flaxon Waxon 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.
Smash Machine slips under a jab from Jaxon Flaxon Waxon.#CL#
Smash Machine clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine blocks an uppercut.
Smash Machine crunches a lovely knee into Jaxon Flaxon Waxon's ribcage.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon looks winded!
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon tries to break free but Smash Machine pushes him back against the cage.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards. #T1#
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon blocks it.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon dodges an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine pushes Jaxon Flaxon Waxon back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Smash Machine just misses with a elbow thrown towards Jaxon Flaxon Waxon's brow. #BC2#
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon breaks from the clinch.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon throws a shot from downtown. Smash Machine moves away and avoids it.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Smash Machine bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Smash Machine tried to counter with a leg kick but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon avoided it.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T2#
Smash Machine ducks under a wild hook from Jaxon Flaxon Waxon.
Smash Machine tries to counter by clinching up but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon breaks away and moves out of range.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up.#TD2#
Smash Machine tries to sprawl but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon drives through with a takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
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!
Smash Machine holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Smash Machine trying to control here.
Smash Machine is staying active underneath Jaxon Flaxon Waxon, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Smash Machine wants to get back to full guard.
Smash Machine looks like he's trying to stand up.
Smash Machine is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Smash Machine wants to control but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Smash Machine with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T3#
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon is nestled in close to Smash Machine, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Smash Machine is pressing down on Jaxon Flaxon Waxon's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Smash Machine working a defensive guard here.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon trying to control but Smash Machine is working from the bottom.
Smash Machine trying to control the position here.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon wants to control from the top but Smash Machine keeps moving.
Smash Machine is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB#
Smash Machine working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jaxon Flaxon Waxon doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jaxon Flaxon Waxon manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon trying to control the position from guard on top but Smash Machine is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Smash Machine jabs at Jaxon Flaxon Waxon's body.
Smash Machine throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Smash Machine misses with an uppercut
and Jaxon Flaxon Waxon counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smash Machine takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Smash Machine closes the distance looking to clinch
and Jaxon Flaxon Waxon counters with a one-two to the body.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon moves out of range as Smash Machine strikes.
Smash Machine moves out of range of the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Xmus Jaxon Flaxon Waxon will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
A punch combination from Jaxon Flaxon Waxon misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Smash Machine. That's going to slow Jaxon Flaxon Waxon down.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon shoots in but no luck this time.
Smash Machine wants to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Jaxon Flaxon Waxon on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon takes one to the chin there.
Smash Machine throws a body shot but no joy.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Smash Machine clobbers Jaxon Flaxon Waxon with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon throws a counter combo.
Smash Machine fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon manages to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Smash Machine misses the target.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon with a nice cross.#CL#
Smash Machine pushes Jaxon Flaxon Waxon up against the cage in a clinch.#T1#
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon takes an elbow to the temple.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon avoids a wild elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon wants a takedown.
Smash Machine is pressed up against the cage. Jaxon Flaxon Waxon has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Smash Machine down to the mat. Smash Machine avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Clinch King Smash Machine has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Xmus Jaxon Flaxon Waxon.
Smash Machine misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon lands with an overhand left.#TD2#
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Smash Machine's half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon prevents Smash Machine from standing back up.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon wants to control but Smash Machine is keeping him busy.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Smash Machine wants to control but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon wants to take a breather but Smash Machine is having none of it. #T2#
Smash Machine wants to improve his position but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon is controlling well.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon prevents Smash Machine from improving his position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jaxon Flaxon Waxon lands a nice short elbow.
Smash Machine is staying active underneath Jaxon Flaxon Waxon, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Xmus Jaxon Flaxon Waxon has got the better of the ground game so far.
Smash Machine tries to get to full guard but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon has control of the leg.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smash Machine keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon lands strikes from half guard.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon prevents Smash Machine from improving his position.#T3#
Smash Machine is looking to escape.
Smash Machine has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Jaxon Flaxon Waxon is working away from the top position though.
Smash Machine manages to get to full guard.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon landing with the ground and pound.
Smash Machine looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon is one step ahead there.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon distracts Smash Machine with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Smash Machine throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Jaxon Flaxon Waxon escapes and throws Smash Machine's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Smash Machine tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Smash Machine takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Smash Machine looking for a sweep but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon with shots to the head and body - Smash Machine looks very uncomfortable down there. #CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is getting worse.
Smash Machine is bucking up trying to escape but Jaxon Flaxon Waxon cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon landing shots from mount. #CUT2#Jeez, Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Smash Machine is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Smash Machine is working to get back to half guard.
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon dominating with strikes here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Xmus Jaxon Flaxon Waxon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Jaxon Flaxon Waxon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smash Machine was well out of range. Poor timing from Jaxon Flaxon Waxon.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Clinch King Smash Machine's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Xmus Jaxon Flaxon Waxon!
After winning the bout, Xmus Jaxon Flaxon Waxon thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Clinch King Smash Machine stepped up to the mic, saying 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: BBFC FIGHT NIGHT 18
Date: Jun 11, 2021

#R1#
Smash Machine misses with a two punch combination.
Smash Machine displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mataitai throws out the jab.
Smash Machine is looking to clinch.
A big left from Smash Machine misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Mataitai misses its target.
Mataitai swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mataitai throws a big shot that misses.
Smash Machine scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Willy Mataitai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smash Machine uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mataitai.
Smash Machine moves out of range of the strikes.
Smash Machine works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Smash Machine misses with an uppercut.
Mataitai looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Smash Machine throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mataitai sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Smash Machine misses.
Mataitai slips a jab from Smash Machine.
Mataitai is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine scores with a one two! Mataitai had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine slips under a jab from Mataitai.#T1#
Mataitai fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smash Machine manages to avoid it.
Mataitai connects with a looping right hand. #CUT#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Mataitai throws a hook but Smash Machine blocks it.
Mataitai ducks under a wild hook from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine ducks under a wild hook from Mataitai.
Smash Machine moves forwards but Mataitai connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mataitai takes a swing at Smash Machine's ribcage but misses.
Mataitai scores with a shot to the body.
Smash Machine tests Mataitai's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mataitai ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mataitai was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Smash Machine steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mataitai.
Smash Machine misses with a lunging right hand
and Mataitai counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Good exchange - Smash Machine coming out on top.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smash Machine misses with an uppercut.
Smash Machine keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mataitai.
Mataitai scores with a shot to the body. #T2#
Danga de danga de dang - Mataitai scores with a four punch combination!
Smash Machine takes one to the side of the head.
Smash Machine throws a right and a left that Mataitai avoids nicely.
Mataitai swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mataitai avoids the body shot from Smash Machine.
It looked like Mataitai wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Smash Machine misses with an uppercut #KD#
and Mataitai lands a stunning uppercut that sends Smash Machine to the mat! #ROC#Smash Machine is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Clinch King Smash Machine's cut even more.
Smash Machine wants to get back to full guard.#SU#
Mataitai escapes and gets back to his feet.
A big left from Mataitai misses.
Smash Machine looks to land a left hand but Mataitai moved out of range nicely.
Mataitai lands a glancing blow to the side of Smash Machine's head.
Smash Machine uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mataitai.
Smash Machine lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Smash Machine blocks a jab.
Good shot there by Mataitai.
Mataitai steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Smash Machine.#T3#
Mataitai throws a hook to the side of Smash Machine's head but Smash Machine sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Smash Machine 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.
Mataitai bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Smash Machine's head backwards.
Mataitai steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Smash Machine.
Mataitai throws a big counter combination but Smash Machine scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Mataitai misses with a body punch #CL2#
and Smash Machine counters by clinching up.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Smash Machine lands a good knee to the midsection. Mataitai won't want to take too many of those.
Mataitai lands a right hand.
Smash Machine goes for a takedown in the clinch but Mataitai prevents it.
Mataitai working hard to break the clinch.
Smash Machine landing knees to the body.
Smash Machine utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Mataitai is breathing heavily.
Knees in the clinch landing for Smash Machine.
Smash Machine landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Smash Machine with a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Willy Mataitai has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smash Machine can't get the takedown. #T4#
Smash Machine unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Smash Machine gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Smash Machine using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Mataitai blocks with his arms.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Smash Machine jumps guard but Mataitai stands there with Smash Machine around his waist. Smash Machine gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Willy Mataitai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clinch King Smash Machine.
Mataitai tries to circle away but Smash Machine has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Mataitai breaks the clinch.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Mataitai moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Mataitai, as that shot connected. #CUT#The cut above Clinch King Smash Machine's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Mataitai uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Smash Machine has time to react.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Smash Machine has knocked Mataitai down with a huge combo! Smash Machine steps away and waves a wobbly Mataitai back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Mataitai is rocked!
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Mataitai circles away.
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 Willy Mataitai will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Smash Machine wants to clinch.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mataitai manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine misses with a looping left.
Smash Machine scores with a jab to the body.
Mataitai stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A slow jab from Smash Machine misses its intended target.
Mataitai keeps the fight on the outside.
Smash Machine scores with a jab to the head.
Smash Machine punishes Mataitai's body with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nice jab there from Mataitai.
Smash Machine slips under a jab.
Mataitai lands a slapping body shot.
Smash Machine misses with a body shot. #T1#
A jab from Mataitai finds it's way through Smash Machine's defenses.
Nice shot by Smash Machine.
Mataitai throws a shot from downtown. Smash Machine moves away and avoids it.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Mataitai moves out of range.
Smash Machine displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mataitai throws out the jab.
Smash Machine ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Smash Machine staying out of range there.
Mataitai throws a hook but Smash Machine avoids it easily.
A leg kick checked by Mataitai.
Smash Machine misses with a left hand
and Mataitai makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Smash Machine uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mataitai.
Mataitai misses with a straight right.
Smash Machine is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mataitai.
Smash Machine lands a right hook to the body.
Mataitai throws a hook but Smash Machine avoids it easily.#T2##CL2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #BC#
Mataitai manages to break the clinch.
Mataitai thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mataitai displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Smash Machine throws out the jab.
Smash Machine works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Smash Machine moves away from the strike by Mataitai.
Mataitai takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #CUT2#Willy Mataitai's cut is getting worse.
Mataitai throws a body punch but Smash Machine moves out of range.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Mataitai looks to land a left hand but Smash Machine moved out of range nicely.
Smash Machine misses with a double jab
and Mataitai counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Mataitai ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Smash Machine is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Smash Machine lunges at Mataitai with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mataitai's hand.
Mataitai rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Smash Machine counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Smash Machine tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mataitai was well out of range. Poor timing from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine throws a predictable looking body shot
and Mataitai counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice shot by Mataitai.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Clinch King Smash Machine's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Willy Mataitai!
Willy Mataitai managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Brooklyn Apothecary, into his post fight interview.
In defeat, Clinch King Smash Machine stepped up to the mic, saying 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: BBFC 14: Connor Vs. Merel
Date: May 08, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and pushes Wilson back into the cage.
Nice elbow from Smash Machine. #CUT2#It looks like Jack Wilson has been cut.
Wilson stalling in the clinch.
Smash Machine is trying to pull guard but Wilson has him pressed against the cage.
Knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Wilson avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body.
Wilson wants to stall.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Wilson avoids it.
Smash Machine lands an elbow inside that Wilson shrugs off.
Smash Machine tries to pull guard but Wilson won't allow it.
Wilson stalling against the cage.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Wilson blocks it.
Wilson effectively controlling the action here.
Smash Machine lands an elbow just above Wilson 's eye. #BC#
Wilson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Smash Machine clobbers Wilson with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A punch combination from Wilson misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Smash Machine gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T1#
Wilson is trying to stall.
Smash Machine scores with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine tries for a takedown but Wilson manages to get underhooks.
Jack Wilson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clinch King Smash Machine.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Wilson just leaning against Smash Machine, taking a breather.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Smash Machine just misses with a elbow thrown towards Wilson's brow.
Smash Machine creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Wilson's defenses.
Wilson slows down the pace here.
Smash Machine prevents Wilson from breaking the clinch.
Wilson working hard to break the clinch.
Wilson trying to control the position but instead, Smash Machine has worked for underhooks and has pushed Wilson into the cage.#BC#
Wilson manages to break the clinch.
Wilson swings and misses with a shot to the body#CL2#
and Smash Machine counters by clinching up. #BC#
Wilson manages to break the clinch.
Wilson misses with a straight left. #T2#
Jab from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine lands a nice shot to the body.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up but Wilson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Wilson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Smash Machine is looking to clinch but Wilson is avoiding it.
Smash Machine digs a good body shot into Wilson's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smash Machine throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wilson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've been told by Wilson's head coaches at Roosters Coop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Wilson throws a right hand that misses
and Smash Machine counters with a nice uppercut.
Smash Machine changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Smash Machine throws a looping overhand right but Wilson ducks down to avoid it.
Wilson looks to land a right hand but Smash Machine moved out of range.
Wilson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smash Machine thows a leg kick but Wilson checks it
and Smash Machine takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Smash Machine, as that shot connected. #T3#
Wilson misses with a shot to the body
and Smash Machine counters with a big right hand! Oh Wilson is in trouble here! Smash Machine follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Clinch King Smash Machine!
An out of breath and clearly excited Clinch King Smash Machine thanked UN-KAGED SAVAGE PEDS for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: BBFC FIGHT NIGHT 11
Date: Apr 16, 2021

#R1#
Smash Machine ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Smash Machine jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Soares on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Smash Machine misses with a right hand
letting Soares counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Smash Machine throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Soares sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Soares walks into a straight right hand from Smash Machine.
Soares avoids a punch combination nicely.
Smash Machine throws a shot from downtown. Soares moves away and avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Soares. Smash Machine does a little dance to reset his feet.
Smash Machine throws a hook to the side of Soares's head but Soares sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Soares changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Smash Machine lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Smash Machine ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Soares dives in for a single leg takedown but Smash Machine sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Smash Machine throwing a counter right hand but Soares manages to avoid it.
Soares displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Smash Machine throws out the jab.
Soares throws a right and a left that both miss.
Smash Machine wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Smash Machine throws a hook but Soares avoids it easily.
Clinch King Smash Machine is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Smash Machine delivers a nice body kick.#CL#
Smash Machine instigates a clinch.
Soares throws a punch but it's blocked by Smash Machine.
Soares goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Soares stalling against the cage.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Soares.
Soares managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Soares looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Soares struggles to land a body shot inside as Smash Machine controls his hands.
Soares misses with a punch on the inside. #T2#
Soares lands a shoulder strike.
Soares misses with a body punch.
Soares on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine lands a body punch.
Soares avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body.
Smash Machine throws an elbow that misses.
Soares blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Soares tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Soares struggles to land a body shot inside as Smash Machine controls his hands.
Soares has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Smash Machine seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Soares can turn it around.
Soares takes a knee right on the jaw! #CUT#It looks like Gilbervan Soares has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Soares is blocking nicely.
Smash Machine pushes off an throws an elbow but Soares leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Soares misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Smash Machine crunches a lovely knee into Soares's ribcage.
Soares looks winded!
Soares goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The referee is keeping an eye on Soares - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Soares blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Soares blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine. #T3#
Soares drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Smash Machine gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Smash Machine blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Soares can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Soares misses with a punch on the inside.
Soares tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Soares misses with some punches.
Knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Soares on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine lands an elbow just above Soares 's eye.
Smash Machine utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Smash Machine pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Smash Machine.
Soares is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Soares lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Soares blocks it. #T4#
A short left from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine lands a good knee to the midsection. Soares won't want to take too many of those.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short uppercut from Soares.
Soares struggles to land a body shot inside as Smash Machine controls his hands.
Soares tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Soares blocks it.
Smash Machine crunches a lovely knee into Soares's ribcage.
Smash Machine lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Smash Machine lands an elbow inside.
Smash Machine lands an elbow just above Soares 's eye.
Smash Machine pushes off an throws an elbow but Soares leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Soares avoids the damage to the body.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Soares.
Smash Machine lands a nice elbow.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Soares is blocking nicely.
Soares blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Smash Machine lands with a hook. Soares tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Soares is having none of it. #CL#
Smash Machine has taken the fight to the clinch.
Soares goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smash Machine throws a punch but it's blocked by Soares. #BC2#
Soares pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Soares moves away.
And Soares tries to counter it with a takedown but Smash Machine pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Smash Machine is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Soares circles away.
Soares moves out of range as Smash Machine strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine looks to land a left hand but Soares moved out of range nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Smash Machine misses the target.
Soares throws a body shot but no joy.
Smash Machine throws a hook to the side of Soares's head but Soares sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1##CL#
Smash Machine closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Soares has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A short right from Smash Machine.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
With the fighters up against the cage, Smash Machine throws an elbow but misses.
Soares tries to throw a body punch but Smash Machine avoids it by throwing Soares back against the cage.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Soares lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Smash Machine or not.
Soares swings wildly with an uppercut but Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Soares dodges an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Soares goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Soares is trying to stall.
Soares misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Soares is blocking nicely. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Soares.
Smash Machine scores with a knee to the head.
Soares misses with a body punch.
Smash Machine landing knees to the head.
Smash Machine creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Soares's defenses.
Soares working aggressively here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Soares managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Soares has Smash Machine pushed against the cage.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Soares has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Soares is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Soares throws a punch but it's blocked by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Soares lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Soares is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Smash Machine is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Soares can do to turn this around?
Soares avoids the elbow strike from Smash Machine, against the cage. #T3#
Smash Machine misses with an elbow over the top.
Soares changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Smash Machine fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Smash Machine thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've been told by Smash Machine's head coaches at Shut Up & Train! {$1000} that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Smash Machine throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up but Soares circles away and keeps his distance.
Smash Machine fails in his attempt to clinch.
Soares doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#CL#
Smash Machine fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Soares, pushing him back against the cage.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Soares.
Soares blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Soares blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Soares has a couple of punches blocked by Smash Machine.
Soares lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Soares takes a knee to the side of the body.
Soares is breathing heavily.
Smash Machine pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Soares. #T4#
Smash Machine is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Smash Machine lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Smash Machine utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smash Machine unloads a knee to the mid-section.
A knee to the head by Smash Machine.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Smash Machine.
Soares blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Clinch King Smash Machine has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Soares on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Soares on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine connects with a nasty looking knee right to Soares's face. #ROC#Soares is rocked!
Soares throws a head punch that misses.
Soares is working for takedown but Smash Machine is calmly controlling the position for now.
Clinch King Smash Machine has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gilbervan Soares.
Knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Soares in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Soares takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Smash Machine takes a swing at Soares's ribcage but misses.
Soares keeps the fight on the outside.
Smash Machine lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Soares is still on wobbly legs! Can Smash Machine finish him?
Soares is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Smash Machine.
Nice takedown defense from Smash Machine. No joy for Soares on that attempt.
Smash Machine seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Soares circles away.
Soares moves away from the strike by Smash Machine.
Soares needs to keep his hands up - Smash Machine had a free shot at his head there.
Soares takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Smash Machine cracks Soares with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Soares falls to his knees and Smash Machine doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Clinch King Smash Machine!
Clinch King Smash Machine managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, UN-KAGED SAVAGE PEDS, into his post fight interview.

Event: BBFC 7: Bitch Vs. Krutel
Date: Mar 20, 2021

#R1#
Cider throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Cider dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Cider slips a jab from Smash Machine.
It seemed like Cider was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Cider rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL#
and Smash Machine counters by clinching up.
Cider is looking to break free of the clinch but Smash Machine has double underhooks.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Cider lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Cider breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Cider slips a straight right by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Smash Machine wants to clinch but Cider slips to the side
and Cider counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smash Machine wants to clinch up but Cider keeps it at a distance.
Smash Machine's jab looks to have found its range, popping Cider under the eye.
Cider with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Smash Machine to score with a decent uppercut.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cider paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Smash Machine lands a nice leg kick that just misses Cider's sensitive parts.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cider misses with an uppercut.
A slow jab from Cider misses its intended target. #T1#
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Cider is having none of it.
Cider throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cider moves out of range of the strikes.
Cider swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cider misses with a left hand
and Smash Machine connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Smash Machine darts in and clinches Cider up against the cage.#BC2#
Cider breaks from the clinch.
Smash Machine defending well as Cider loads up on a big left hand.
Smash Machine wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Cider uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up but Cider swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up but Cider swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Cider circles away.
Cider throws out a counter right but Smash Machine avoids it with no problem.
Smash Machine slips a jab and a cross from Cider. #CL#
Smash Machine forces Cider back against the cage and clinches.
A nice left hand lands by Cider. #BC2#
Cider's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Smash Machine moves into range and clinches up with Cider.#T2#
Cider avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cider tries to circle away but Smash Machine has him pinned against the cage.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Cider misses with a body punch.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Cider avoids it.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Cider blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Cider has a couple of punches blocked by Smash Machine.
Cider on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine throws an elbow that misses.
Cider throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Cider's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Cider swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Cider throws a looping overhand right but Smash Machine ducks down to avoid it.
Smash Machine seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Cider swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Cider misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Smash Machine connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Cider momentarily.
Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cider.
Smash Machine is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Cider.#T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Smash Machine looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cider jabbing away but nothing is landing.
As Cider tries to get set, Smash Machine tries to push him back and clinch up but Cider manages to avoid the attempt.
Smash Machine catches Cider with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Cider throws a good cross that connects.
Cider fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Cider misses with a right hand
and Smash Machine counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smash Machine slips under a jab.
Cider thows a left - swing and a miss!
A punch combination from Smash Machine misses.
Smash Machine throws a hook but Cider avoids it easily.
Smash Machine lands a nice shot that snaps Cider's head back. #ROC#Cider is rocked!
Smash Machine cracks Cider with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Cider tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Smash Machine pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Cider is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Clinch King Smash Machine!
After the big win, Clinch King Smash Machine made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors UN-KAGED SAVAGE PEDS and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: BBFC Syndicate 2
Date: Feb 24, 2021

#R1#
Roger swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Roger 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.
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Roger circles away.
Jolly Roger seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Roger takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
We've been told by Smash Machine's head coaches at Shut Up & Train! {$1000} that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Smash Machine fails with an attempt to clinch.
Roger on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Smash Machine uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Roger.
Smash Machine lands with a straight right. Roger didn't see that one coming.
Smash Machine lands a front kick.
Smash Machine lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#TD2#
Roger shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Roger was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Roger is chipping away with strikes. #SUB2#
Roger looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Smash Machine knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Roger on the ground.
Smash Machine is looking for a sweep.
Roger in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Roger laying and praying for a moment but Smash Machine takes advantage and regains half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Roger connects with a nice short shot to Smash Machine's temple. #T1#
Smash Machine tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Roger manages to move to mount!
Roger trying to control but Smash Machine is having none of it.
Roger scoring with strikes but Smash Machine is staying in there.
Roger lands with some strikes.
BOOM! Roger connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Roger dominating with strikes here.
Smash Machine in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Smash Machine squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Smash Machine tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB2#
Roger wants to finish this one by submission but Smash Machine is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Roger.
Roger with a couple of short strikes.#CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Roger pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#T2#
Roger pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Smash Machine is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Roger scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Roger raining down shots from the mount!
Smash Machine really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Roger lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Smash Machine is in all sorts of trouble here.
Roger lands with some strikes.#ROC2#Smash Machine is rocked!#CUT2#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is getting worse.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Clinch King Smash Machine's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Jolly Roger!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Jolly Roger waved his t-shirt featuring CHURCH OF ZOIDBERG - FEEBLE FIGHTWEAR's logo in front of the cameras.
The defeated Clinch King Smash Machine had this to say: 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: Checkmate Championship 17
Date: Jan 01, 2021

#R1#
Bloode throws a combination that misses #CL2#
and Smash Machine moves into the clinch.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #CUT2#It looks like Choctaw Bloode has been cut.
Good body shot from Bloode.
Smash Machine lands an elbow just above Bloode 's eye.
I was talking to Bloode's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Bloode blocks it.
Bloode pushes off an throws an elbow but Smash Machine leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Bloode lands an uppercut.
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Bloode.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bloode avoids it.
Bloode creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Smash Machine lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bloode.
Bloode on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Bloode misses with a punch to the body.
Smash Machine lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloode misses with a body punch.
Bloode looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T1#
Bloode avoids the elbow strike from Smash Machine, against the cage.
A short left from Bloode.
Nice body punch from Bloode - that landed with a thud.
Smash Machine looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Smash Machine lands a good knee to the midsection. Bloode won't want to take too many of those.
Smash Machine looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine landing knees to the body.
Bloode creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Smash Machine gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Smash Machine has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Bloode seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Smash Machine can turn it around.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Bloode avoids the damage to the body.
Bloode taking a breather.
Bloode lands a shoulder strike.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Smash Machine takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.#BC#
Bloode pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smash Machine lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bloode throws a hook to the side of Smash Machine's head but Smash Machine sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Smash Machine takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bloode ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And Bloode counters with a quick kick to the body but Smash Machine blocks it.
Bloode throws a lazy right hand but Smash Machine sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Smash Machine misses. #CL2#
Bloode tries to keep at a distance but Smash Machine has taken the fight into the clinch.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine blocks the elbow strike.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Bloode gets through Smash Machine's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bloode throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Bloode takes an elbow to the forehead. #T3#
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Bloode tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bloode working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bloode scores with a hook to the body.
A short right from Bloode on the inside.
Smash Machine landing knees to the head.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Nice body punch from Bloode - that landed with a thud.
Bloode works on Smash Machine's body with a couple of short punches.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bloode.
Bloode lands an elbow inside that Smash Machine shrugs off.
Bloode blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Smash Machine pushes off an throws an elbow but Bloode leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#BC#
Bloode breaks from the clinch.
Bloode circles away from the clinch attempt.
Smash Machine throws a nice outside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloode throws a nice outside leg kick. #T4#
Bloode fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Smash Machine has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bloode lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT#That has opened up Clinch King Smash Machine's cut even more.
Bloode throws a shot to the body.
Bloode scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Smash Machine takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The fight stays on the outside here - Smash Machine looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bloode lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A jab lands there for Smash Machine.
Bloode clobbers Smash Machine with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloode misses the body punch
and Smash Machine counters with a nice uppercut.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up.
Bloode throws a head kick but Smash Machine moves out of range.
Smash Machine paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Choctaw Bloode will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Smash Machine throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloode counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Choctaw Bloode is winning the standup battle so far.
Bloode lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Smash Machine takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Smash Machine misses with a hook. Bloode ducked under it nicely.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bloode.
Bloode fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smash Machine manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Smash Machine.
Bloode 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.
Bloode lands a nice leg kick that just misses Smash Machine's sensitive parts.
Bloode slips under a jab.
Smash Machine connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bloode throws a hook but Smash Machine blocks it.
Bloode tries a low kick but Smash Machine avoids it.
Bloode with a nice cross.
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!
Smash Machine checks a low kick from Bloode.#T1#
Smash Machine throws a jab when Bloode was well out of range.
Bloode with a nice cross.
Bloode throws a head kick but Smash Machine moves out of range.
Bloode takes a swing at Smash Machine's ribcage but misses.
Smash Machine throws a right and a left that Bloode avoids nicely.
Smash Machine walks into a stiff left hand from Bloode.
Smash Machine swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bloode counters with a left to the body.
Nice shot lands for Smash Machine.
Good leg kick by Smash Machine.
Bloode throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloode takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Smash Machine tries to clinch
and Bloode counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bloode wants to slow Smash Machine down by chopping away at his legs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloode throws a head kick that misses. #T2#
Smash Machine takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Smash Machine takes a swing at Bloode's ribcage but misses.
Smash Machine throws a body punch but Bloode moves out of range.
Smash Machine misses with a leg kick
and Bloode counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bloode with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bloode takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Smash Machine throws a hook but Bloode blocks it.
Bloode clobbers Smash Machine with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bloode fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smash Machine manages to avoid it.
Smash Machine tries to counter by closing the distance.
Smash Machine throws a hook to the side of Bloode's head but Bloode sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice body punch from Smash Machine.
Bloode throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloode tries to bum rush Smash Machine with a series of wild strikes but Smash Machine uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Smash Machine misses with a hook. Bloode ducked under it nicely.
Bloode thinks about countering with a body kick.#T3#
Good shot there by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Bloode moves out of range. #CL2#
Smash Machine has Bloode up against the cage in a clinch.
Smash Machine lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Bloode is blocking nicely.
Bloode lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Bloode just misses with a elbow thrown towards Smash Machine's brow.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #BC#
Bloode pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloode connects with a body shot.
Smash Machine stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CL2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloode doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
Bloode lands a shot to the body.#BC#
Bloode breaks the clinch.
Bloode scores with a decent looking hook.
Smash Machine checks a leg kick.
Bloode looks to land a left hand but Smash Machine moved out of range nicely.
Smash Machine wants to counter with a clinch but Bloode pushes him away.
Bloode lands a nice shot to the body.
Bloode looks to land a right hand but Smash Machine moved out of range.
Bloode walks forward, straight into a front kick from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine connects with a solid leg kick.
Smash Machine is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloode.
The fighters circling - Smash Machine throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloode connects with a leg kick.
Bloode swings for the body but Smash Machine moves out of range.
Bloode checks the leg kick nicely there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Bloode tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smash Machine was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloode.
Bloode thumps Smash Machine with a low kick.
Smash Machine's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bloode connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Smash Machine scrambles back to his feet.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Smash Machine takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bloode takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Smash Machine bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Smash Machine wants to counter the offense by Bloode and move into the clinch position.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Bloode circles away.
Bloode misses with a hook.
Smash Machine takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine blocks a head kick by Bloode.
Smash Machine fails to land with a series of punches.
Bloode throws a leg kick but Smash Machine checks it. #T1#
Smash Machine fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bloode looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Smash Machine fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bloode looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Smash Machine 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 Bloode has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bloode and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bloode scores with a jab to the body.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Bloode swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bloode throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloode tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smash Machine was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloode.
Smash Machine throws a right and a left that both miss.
Smash Machine scores with a body shot.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Bloode moves out of range.
Bloode walks into a left hand.
A nice leg kick from Bloode, right into the meat of the thigh.
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Bloode circles away.
Smash Machine walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T2#
Smash Machine moves out of range of the strikes.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloode scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Smash Machine throws a leg kick but Bloode sees it coming and moves out of range.
Smash Machine is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Jab, jab by Smash Machine - just one landing.
Bloode throws a jab but it's blocked by Smash Machine.
Bloode throws a body shot but no joy.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Bloode moves out of range.
Bloode throws a leg kick which misses Smash Machine's front leg but catches the back leg as Smash Machine tries to avoid it.
Smash Machine thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Smash Machine swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Smash Machine's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nice body punch from Bloode.
Bloode tries to land a body kick
and Smash Machine counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bloode misses with a hook. Smash Machine ducked under it nicely.
Smash Machine has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloode.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Bloode moves out of range.
Smash Machine swings widly with a right hand
letting Bloode counter with a right hand.
A jab from Smash Machine misses.
Smash Machine throws a leg kick but Bloode sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bloode fires out a quick counter leg kick but Smash Machine just manages to avoid it.
Bloode throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bloode scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bloode throws out a loose jab but Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloode just misses with a punch to the body.
Smash Machine closes the distance but Bloode moves to the side
and Bloode counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
Bloode moves out of range of the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloode fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bloode thuds a left hand into Smash Machine's body.
Bloode moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bloode digs a good body shot into Smash Machine's ribs.
Smash Machine is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bloode feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bloode staying out of range there.
Bloode looks to score with a jab to the body but Smash Machine is just out of range.
Bloode takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bloode lands a head shot.
Smash Machine misses with a straight right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Choctaw Bloode clearly takes that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Bloode ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smash Machine moves away.
Bloode misses with an uppercut.
A big left from Bloode misses.
Bloode looks to land a left hand but Smash Machine moved out of range nicely.
Smash Machine tries to counter by closing the distance.
A big left from Bloode misses.
Smash Machine takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bloode lands with an overhand left.#CL2#
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches.
Bloode lands with a left to the head.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bloode.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloode managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Bloode managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine. #BC#
Bloode pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Smash Machine throws an overhand right that lands on Bloode's shoulder, as Bloode tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Nice straight punches there by Smash Machine. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Smash Machine.
That kick from Bloode tenderised Smash Machine's leg. Smash Machine is trying to keep his angry face on.
Smash Machine wants to clinch up but Bloode keeps it at a distance.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Bloode swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Bloode misses the target.
A cross from Bloode lands.#CL2#
Smash Machine has closed the distance and engaged Bloode in a clinch.
Bloode is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smash Machine can do to turn this around?
Bloode blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine avoids the elbow strike from Bloode, against the cage.
Smash Machine takes an elbow to the temple.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Bloode lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine scores with a knee to the head.
With the fighters up against the cage, Smash Machine throws an elbow but misses.
Bloode scores with a nice hook to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smash Machine connects with a nasty looking knee right to Bloode's face. #T2#
Bloode'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.
Bloode blocks the elbow strike.
Bloode blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine landing some nice looking knees to the body.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Bloode blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bloode.
Bloode managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Bloode avoids a wild elbow strike from Smash Machine.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bloode. #CUT#The cut above Clinch King Smash Machine's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Bloode avoids the damage to the body.
Bloode scores with a shoulder strike.
Bloode works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T3##BC#
Bloode manages to break the clinch.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Smash Machine throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloode looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Smash Machine throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloode.
Smash Machine misses the jab.
Smash Machine throws a lazy right hand but Bloode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Smash Machine has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bloode tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.
Bloode lands with a light punch inside.
Bloode blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bloode avoids it.
Bloode lands a left hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine lands a good knee to the midsection. Bloode won't want to take too many of those.#T4#
Bloode misses with an elbow strike.
A knee to the head by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smash Machine misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bloode has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Smash Machine using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Bloode takes a knee to the side of the body.
Smash Machine gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Bloode avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Bloode misses with a short punch on the inside.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bloode blocks it with crossed arms.
Bloode doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Smash Machine misses with an elbow strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Clinch King Smash Machine will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Bloode misses with a wild body shot.
Smash Machine tries to counter by closing the distance.
Bloode changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloode moves out of range of the body kick from Smash Machine.
Bloode defending well as Smash Machine loads up on a big left hand.
Bloode uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine takes a swing at Bloode's ribcage but misses.
Bloode scoring well with a low kick there.
Smash Machine takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bloode throws a series of strikes that have Smash Machine backpedaling.
Smash Machine has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Bloode.
Smash Machine fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bloode fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Smash Machine connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bloode circles away from the clinch attempt. #T1#
Bloode misses with a head kick.
Smash Machine lands a two punch combo.
Smash Machine throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloode sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bloode paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jab from Bloode.
Bloode throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bloode counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smash Machine connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Smash Machine swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bloode counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloode avoids the body shot from Smash Machine.
Bloode misses with a straight right.
Bloode fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Smash Machine looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T2#
The fighters circling - Smash Machine throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Smash Machine throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bloode counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Smash Machine thinking.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up but Bloode circles away and keeps his distance.
Bloode swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bloode throws a shot to the body.
Bloode misses the shot to the body.
Smash Machine ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bloode jabs Smash Machine to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Smash Machine shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Smash Machine checks the leg kick.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bloode paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A shot to the body from Smash Machine misses
and Bloode counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloode misses the target.
A swing and a miss from Bloode.#T3#
Bloode throws a shot to the body.
Smash Machine misses with a looping right.
Smash Machine misses with a hook.
Smash Machine throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bloode counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Smash Machine scores with a jab to the head.
Smash Machine moves away from the strike by Bloode.
It seemed like Smash Machine was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Smash Machine tries to clinch
enabling Bloode to counter with a crisp jab.
Clinch King Smash Machine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bloode loads up on a big right hand but Smash Machine slips the punch.
Smash Machine throws out a counter right but Bloode avoids it with no problem.
Smash Machine wants to clinch up but Bloode keeps it at a distance.
Bloode circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bloode throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Smash Machine fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bloode digs a good body shot into Smash Machine's ribs.#T4#
Bloode throws a hook to the side of Smash Machine's head but Smash Machine sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Smash Machine let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bloode throws out a powerful jab.
Choctaw Bloode is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Smash Machine takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloode ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bloode dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Smash Machine checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#CL2#
Smash Machine has closed the distance and engaged Bloode in a clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Smash Machine just misses with a elbow thrown towards Bloode's brow.
Bloode blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Bloode lands a damaging elbow.
Smash Machine avoids a wild elbow strike from Bloode.
Smash Machine crunches a lovely knee into Bloode's ribcage.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bloode avoids it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Choctaw Bloode showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bloode 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 48:47
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 48:47
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Choctaw Bloode!
Choctaw Bloode retains his light heavyweight title!
Choctaw Bloode spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
The defeated Clinch King Smash Machine had this to say: 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: Checkmate Championship 14
Date: Nov 14, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Smash Machine looks to clinch
and Lodinkinni counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Smash Machine lands with a nice combination. Lodinkinni backs away looking to recover.#CUT#It looks like Orvar Odd Lodinkinni has been cut.
Lodinkinni walks into a stiff left hand from Smash Machine.#CL#
Smash Machine moves into range and clinches up with Lodinkinni.
Smash Machine lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Lodinkinni has had enough of the clinch but Smash Machine keeps him there for the moment.
Smash Machine scores with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Lodinkinni managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
With the fighters up against the cage, Smash Machine throws an elbow but misses.
Lodinkinni lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Lodinkinni on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike. #T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Smash Machine throws an elbow but it misses. #BC2#
Lodinkinni pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine cracks Lodinkinni with a good jab.
Smash Machine takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Smash Machine fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lodinkinni on the side of the head.
Smash Machine misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lodinkinni.
Smash Machine wants to clinch.
Smash Machine scores with a sloppy right hand. Lodinkinni should have avoided that one. #CUT#That has opened up Orvar Odd Lodinkinni's cut even more.
Smash Machine cracks Lodinkinni with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T2#
Lodinkinni keeps the fight on the outside.
Lodinkinni has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#CL#
Smash Machine moves into range and clinches up with Lodinkinni.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Lodinkinni holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Smash Machine tries to throw a body punch but Lodinkinni avoids it by throwing Smash Machine back against the cage.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Lodinkinni has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head.
Lodinkinni on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine lands an elbow inside. #T3#
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Lodinkinni managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Lodinkinni lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Lodinkinni taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Lodinkinni tries to break the clinch but Smash Machine is controlling the position.
Smash Machine gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Lodinkinni blocks it with crossed arms.
Smash Machine creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Smash Machine. #CUT#The cut above Orvar Odd Lodinkinni's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Lodinkinni wants to break free but Smash Machine has control.
Lodinkinni on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head. #T4#
Lodinkinni avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Smash Machine.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Lodinkinni blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Lodinkinni lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lodinkinni swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lodinkinni avoids it.
Smash Machine definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lodinkinni blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine lands a damaging elbow. #CUT#Orvar Odd Lodinkinni's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Clinch King Smash Machine!
A determined Clinch King Smash Machine didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!

Event: Checkmate Championship 12
Date: Oct 17, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Smash Machine lands a jab-cross combination.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bryant checks a leg kick.
Smash Machine blocks a jab.
Bryant smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#CUT#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Bryant's jab looks to have found its range, popping Smash Machine under the eye.
Bryant takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Smash Machine displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bryant throws out the jab.
Smash Machine slips under a jab.
Bryant throws a shot from downtown. Smash Machine moves away and avoids it.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CL2#
Smash Machine drives through and clinches with Bryant against the cage.
Smash Machine lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
Bryant breaks the clinch.
Bryant definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bryant moves out of range as Smash Machine throws a body kick.
Bryant lands a body shot.
A big left from Bryant misses.
Bryant throws a hook but Smash Machine blocks it.
Smash Machine steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bryant.
Bryant thuds a left hand into Smash Machine's body.
Smash Machine slips under a jab from Bryant.
Bryant throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Smash Machine throws a solid leg kick but Bryant takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Smash Machine.#T1#
A slow jab from Bryant misses its intended target.
Bryant throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Smash Machine takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bryant misses with a straight left.
Smash Machine wants to counter the offense by Bryant and move into the clinch position.
Bryant changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bryant missing with a left hand there. Smash Machine was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Smash Machine lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Smash Machine takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Smash Machine looks winded!
A head kick misses from Smash Machine.
Bryant waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smash Machine.
Smash Machine is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Smash Machine keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bryant.
Bryant is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Smash Machine's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Nice shot by Bryant.
Bryant scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A swing and a miss from Bryant.#CL2#
Smash Machine gets a clinch.
Bryant fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Bryant breaks from the clinch.
Smash Machine drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CUT#That has opened up Clinch King Smash Machine's cut even more.#T2#
A head kick misses from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine throws a body shot but no joy.
Smash Machine keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bryant.
A jab from Smash Machine misses.
Smash Machine throws a head kick that misses.
Bryant misses with a body shot.
Bobby Bryant seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smash Machine throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bryant misses with an uppercut. Smash Machine saw that one coming.
Bryant throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bryant sets himself, and Smash Machine steps forward looking for the clinch! Bryant avoids it this time.
Bryant connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bryant lands the left hand.
Bryant scores with a jab.
Smash Machine staying out of range there.
Good shot there by Bryant.#ROC#Smash Machine is rocked!#CUT#The cut above Clinch King Smash Machine's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Smash Machine lands with a nice body kick.
Smash Machine is still on wobbly legs! Can Bryant finish him?
Bryant takes a swing at Smash Machine's ribcage but misses.
Smash Machine is looking to clinch.
Smash Machine seems to have recovered his senses.
Bryant misses with a straight left.
Smash Machine tries to counter with a clinch but Bryant shakes him off and moves away.
Bryant looks to throw the jab but Smash Machine is out of range.
Smash Machine tries to counter by closing the distance.#T3#
Bryant misses with a straight left.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Bryant moves out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Bryant. That snapped Smash Machine's head back.
The fighters circling - Bryant throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bryant swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Smash Machine is looking to clinch.
Bryant takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Smash Machine ducks under a wild hook from Bryant.
A telegraphed right hand from Smash Machine misses the target.
Bryant throws a hook but Smash Machine avoids it easily.
Bryant misses with a hook. Smash Machine ducked under it nicely.
Bryant throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Smash Machine tries to counter with a clinch but Bryant shakes him off and moves away.
Smash Machine tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Smash Machine throws a body punch but Bryant moves out of range.
Bryant bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Smash Machine's head backwards.
Bryant looks to throw the jab but Smash Machine is out of range.
Bryant thows a left - swing and a miss!
Smash Machine thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4##CL2#
Smash Machine moves into the clinch successfully.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bryant on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Bryant can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Bryant misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Bryant avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body.
Smash Machine throws an elbow that misses.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Bryant blocks with his arms.
Bryant is trying to break the clinch but Smash Machine is controlling him.#BC#
Bryant's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Smash Machine walks into a stiff left hand from Bryant.
Bryant throws a jab when Smash Machine was well out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bryant jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bryant misses the body punch
and Smash Machine makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#CL2#
Smash Machine rushes Bryant and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Bryant throws a head punch that misses.
Bryant managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bobby Bryant dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Smash Machine displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bryant throws out the jab.
Smash Machine throws a nice inside leg kick.
Smash Machine lands a right hook to the body.
Smash Machine lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bryant misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine ducks under a wild hook from Bryant.
A big left from Bryant misses.
Bryant misses with a straight right.
Bryant has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Smash Machine.
Bryant lands a nice shot to the body.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Bryant moves out of range.
Smash Machine displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bryant throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bryant rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL2#
and Smash Machine moves into the clinch.
Smash Machine connects with a nasty looking knee right to Bryant's face.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bryant lands a hook to the side of the head.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Bryant is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smash Machine can do to turn this around?
Smash Machine's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bryant avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body. #BC#
Bryant escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T1#
Bryant is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Smash Machine appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bryant is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CL2#
Smash Machine fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bryant, pushing him back against the cage.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Bryant blocks it.
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bryant breaks the clinch.
Smash Machine slips under a jab.
Bryant throws an overhand right that lands on Smash Machine's shoulder, as Smash Machine tries to avoid the shot.
Smash Machine moves out of range of the strikes.
Bryant lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Smash Machine with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Smash Machine takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT#Clinch King Smash Machine's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
A left lands for Bryant.
Bobby Bryant is winning the standup battle so far.
Smash Machine moves out of range as Bryant strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bryant. Smash Machine does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bryant closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bryant misses the jab.#T2#
Smash Machine slips a straight right by Bryant.
Bryant throws a hook but Smash Machine blocks it.
Bryant waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smash Machine.
Smash Machine steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bryant.
Bryant misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bryant takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bryant avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
Smash Machine moves into range and clinches up with Bryant.#BC#
Bryant manages to break the clinch.
Bryant misses with an uppercut. Smash Machine saw that one coming.
Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bryant.
Smash Machine wants to counter the offense by Bryant and move into the clinch position.
Smash Machine misses with an uppercut. Bryant saw that one coming.#CL2#
Smash Machine fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bryant, pushing him back against the cage.
Bryant takes a knee to the side of the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Smash Machine misses with an elbow strike.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bryant avoids it.
Bryant takes an elbow to the forehead. #BC#
Bryant's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Smash Machine fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bryant, pushing him back against the cage.#T3#
Smash Machine connects with a nasty looking knee right to Bryant's face. #CUT2#It looks like Bobby Bryant has been cut.
Knees in the clinch landing for Smash Machine.
Bryant takes an elbow to the forehead.
Smash Machine landing knees to the body.
Smash Machine lands a nice knee to the body.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Smash Machine crunches a lovely knee into Bryant's ribcage.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Smash Machine obliges.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A right hand to the body from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine lands a damaging elbow.
Smash Machine comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Smash Machine lands an elbow that stopped Bryant in his tracks for a moment.
Smash Machine blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head.
Bryant blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Bryant takes a knee right on the jaw! #ROC2#Bryant is rocked!
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Bryant working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T4#
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Bryant lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Smash Machine.
Bryant lands a shoulder strike.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Bryant blocks it.
Smash Machine creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Bryant throws a head punch that misses.
Smash Machine lands an elbow inside that Bryant shrugs off.
Bryant lands a left hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Bryant tries to work over Smash Machine's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bryant avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body.
Smash Machine is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bryant is defending well for now.
Bryant wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Smash Machine utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bryant.
Bryant tries to break free but Smash Machine pushes him back against the cage.
Bryant is trying to break the clinch but Smash Machine has him pressed against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Smash Machine clinches.
Bryant is trying to break free.
Smash Machine utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
A short uppercut from Smash Machine.
Bryant has a couple of punches blocked by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine lands an elbow that stopped Bryant in his tracks for a moment.
Bryant scores with a shot to the side of Smash Machine's head.
Smash Machine lands a nice knee to the body.
Smash Machine unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Smash Machine lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bryant.
Smash Machine creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Bryant's defenses.
Bryant on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Bryant is trying to break the clinch but Smash Machine is controlling him.
Smash Machine scores a nice knee to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#KD2#
Smash Machine drops Bryant with a big knee straight up the middle! Bryant is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet!
Oh Bryant is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Smash Machine has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Bryant breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Smash Machine clinches up against the cage.
Smash Machine has Bryant pressed against the cage. He pushes Bryant back and as he springs towards him off the cage, Smash Machine throws a beautiful elbow that sends Bryant crashing to the floor! Smash Machine piles on the pressure with more strikes! Bryant is flailing away but he's not defending himself and the referee steps in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Clinch King Smash Machine!
Clinch King Smash Machine took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.

Event: Checkmate Championship 11
Date: Oct 03, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Smash Machine gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Smash Machine as Silva tries to tie him up.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Silva is blocking nicely.
Smash Machine creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Silva's defenses. #CUT#It looks like Gilberto Silva has been cut.
Smash Machine landing knees to the body.
Smash Machine prevents Silva from breaking the clinch.
Smash Machine blocking some punches.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Silva.
Silva misses with the head strike.
Silva wants to get back to striking at distance but Smash Machine won't allow it.
Silva fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Silva on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Silva on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Silva in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Silva wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Smash Machine prevents Silva from breaking the clinch.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T1#
Silva blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine lands a damaging elbow.
A knee to the head by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Silva takes a knee to the side of the body.
Silva is trying to stall.
I was talking to Smash Machine's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Smash Machine digs a right hand underneath Silva's ribcage. Silva let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Silva looks winded!
Smash Machine unloads a knee to the mid-section. Silva lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Smash Machine connects with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the body.
Smash Machine lands a nice knee to the body.
Smash Machine connects with a nasty looking knee right to Silva's face. #ROC#Silva is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smash Machine has Silva pressed against the cage. He pushes Silva back and as he springs towards him off the cage, Smash Machine throws a beautiful elbow that sends Silva crashing to the floor! Smash Machine piles on the pressure with more strikes! Silva is flailing away but he's not defending himself and the referee steps in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Clinch King Smash Machine!
Clinch King Smash Machine took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

Event: Checkmate Championship 6
Date: Aug 08, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Defoe throws a nice outside leg kick.
Defoe swinging wildly here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Defoe.
Defoe scores with a nice head shot.
Defoe scores with a decent looking hook.
Smash Machine wants to clinch up but Defoe keeps it at a distance.
Defoe pivots, looking for a leg kick but Smash Machine is out of range and Defoe settles back down.
Defoe avoids the body shot from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine defending well as Defoe loads up on a big left hand.
Defoe tries to land a front kick but Smash Machine steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Smash Machine is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Defoe.
Defoe's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Smash Machine connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Defoe scrambles back to his feet.
Defoe misses with a leg kick.
Smash Machine moves out of range of the body kick from Defoe. #CL#
Smash Machine moves into range and clinches up with Defoe.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Smash Machine.
Smash Machine unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Defoe can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Smash Machine definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Defoe throws a punch but it's blocked by Smash Machine.
Defoe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Defoe has a couple of punches blocked by Smash Machine.
Defoe lands a left hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards. #CUT2#It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Defoe lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Defoe fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Defoe can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action. #BC2#
Defoe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smash Machine attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A nice leg kick lands there from Smash Machine.
Defoe throws a leg kick but Smash Machine sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Defoe moves into range and connects with a jab. #CL#
Smash Machine gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Defoe lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Defoe has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Defoe avoids it.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Defoe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Defoe cracks Smash Machine with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Smash Machine throws a series of punches but Defoe avoids them all with ease.
Defoe throws a right and a left that both miss.
Smash Machine tries to score with a low kick but Defoe moves his leg out of the way.
Smash Machine throws a head kick that misses
and Defoe counters with a good low kick that Smash Machine was not able to check.
Defoe throws a leg kick but Smash Machine moved away.
Smash Machine wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Smash Machine throws a leg kick but Defoe moved away.
Smash Machine takes a swing at Defoe's ribcage but misses.
Defoe checks a leg kick.
Defoe throws a push kick but Smash Machine slaps the foot to one side.
Smash Machine goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Defoe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smash Machine.
Defoe connects with a leg kick.
Defoe digs a good hook to Smash Machine's body. #T3#
Defoe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Smash Machine has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Smash Machine misses with a leg kick
and Defoe counters with a one-two to the body.
Smash Machine waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Defoe.
Smash Machine throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Smash Machine connects with a leg kick.
Defoe lands with a straight right. Smash Machine didn't see that one coming.
Defoe cracks Smash Machine with a right hand to the side of the head.
Defoe throws a wild body kick that Smash Machine sees coming a mile off.
Smash Machine is looking to counter the offense by Defoe and move into the clinch.
Smash Machine looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A low kick from Defoe is predictable there #CL#
and Smash Machine counters by moving into the clinch.
Smash Machine blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Defoe avoids it.
Smash Machine lands a good knee to the midsection. Defoe won't want to take too many of those.
Defoe wants to break the clinch but can't.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Defoe blocks with his arms. #T4#
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Defoe blocks it.
Defoe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.
Defoe misses with a punch to the body.
Smash Machine has Defoe pressed against the cage, preventing Defoe from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Defoe works on Smash Machine's body with a couple of short punches.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Defoe has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Smash Machine is breathing heavily.
Defoe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Defoe blocks it with crossed arms.
Smash Machine is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Defoe lands with a left to the head.
Defoe working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Defoe.
Defoe avoids a wild elbow strike from Smash Machine.
A left hand lands to the body for Defoe.
Defoe working aggressively here.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Defoe blocks with his arms.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hurricane Defoe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Clinch King Smash Machine's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Defoe lands a slapping body shot.
Defoe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Defoe.
Smash Machine tries to clinch but Defoe moves out of range.
Smash Machine checks a leg kick.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Defoe swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Defoe moves out of range of the leg kick from Smash Machine.
A head kick misses from Smash Machine.
Defoe replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Smash Machine blocks it well.
Defoe checks a leg kick nicely.
Defoe jabs Smash Machine to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Smash Machine scores with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches.
Defoe swings wildly with an uppercut but Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Clinch King Smash Machine has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Defoe blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Defoe is blocking nicely.
Smash Machine blocking some punches. #T1#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Smash Machine just misses with a elbow thrown towards Defoe's brow.
Defoe misses with a short punch on the inside.
Smash Machine throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Defoe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Defoe avoids the damage to the body.
Still in the clinch, Defoe scores with a nice short uppercut.
Defoe lands with a right to the head.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Defoe blocks it with crossed arms.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Defoe throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smash Machines head.
Defoe is trying to break the clinch but Smash Machine has him pressed against the cage.
Smash Machine looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Good body shot from Defoe.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Defoe lands with a short shot to the head.
Defoe lands a nice shot to the body.
Good body shot from Defoe.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Defoe creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Defoe manages to break the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Smash Machine checks a low kick from Defoe.
Defoe lands with a cross. #T2#
Defoe lands with a shot to the body.
Defoe lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
A punch lands to the side of Smash Machine 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Hurricane Defoe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Smash Machine moves out of range as Defoe strikes.
Defoe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Defoe tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
As Defoe tries to get set, Smash Machine tries to push him back and clinch up but Defoe manages to avoid the attempt.#CL#
Smash Machine rushes Defoe and presses him up against the cage.
Smash Machine scores a nice knee to the body.
Smash Machine unloads a knee to the mid-section. Defoe lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Defoe on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Smash Machine just misses with a elbow thrown towards Defoe's brow.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine swings wildly with an uppercut but Defoe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Smash Machine blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Defoe lands a right hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine lands a nice knee to the body.
Smash Machine working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Defoe - that landed with a thud.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Defoe blocks it with crossed arms.
Defoe takes a knee to the side of the body.
A nice left hand lands by Defoe.
Defoe throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Defoe tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Defoe lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Defoe.
Defoe gets through Smash Machine's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Defoe lands a left hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Defoe lands with a short shot to the head.
Defoe lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #T4#
Defoe lands a shot to the body.
Good body shot from Defoe.
Smash Machine struggles to land a body shot inside as Defoe controls his hands.
Defoe cracks Smash Machine with a nice body shot.
Defoe lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Defoe lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Smash Machine or not.
Defoe lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Smash Machine.
Defoe softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Defoe - that landed with a thud. #BC2#
Defoe breaks the clinch.
Defoe throws a body kick that misses.
Defoe ducks under a wild hook from Smash Machine.#KD2#
Defoe drops Smash Machine with a beautiful combination! Smash Machine stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Defoe is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Smash Machine is rocked!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Defoe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Oh Smash Machine is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Defoe thuds a left hand into Smash Machine's body.
Defoe with the inside leg kick.
and Defoe counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Smash Machine! He's just covering up as Defoe starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hurricane Defoe!
Hurricane Defoe seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Clinch King Smash Machine stepped up to the mic, saying 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: Checkmate Championship 4
Date: Jul 18, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Creed lands a body shot.
Smash Machine definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Smash Machine pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Smash Machine fails with an attempt to clinch.
Smash Machine throws a quick inside leg kick.
Smash Machine takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Creed misses with a wild body shot.
Creed moves out of range of the leg kick from Smash Machine.
A countering left hand to the body from Creed misses.
Creed takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Creed misses with a hook.
An inside leg kick from Smash Machine misses.
Creed ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up but Creed circles away and keeps his distance.
No joy there for Creed, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Creed misses with a body shot.
Smash Machine misses with a low kick.
Smash Machine moves away from the strike by Creed.
A telegraphed right hand from Creed misses the target.
Smash Machine is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Creed.
Smash Machine throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smash Machine goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T1#
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Creed swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Creed jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Smash Machine tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Creed manages to circle out of the way.
Creed misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches.
Smash Machine takes a shot to the head.
Creed stalling in the clinch.
Creed misses with a hook to the ribs.
The referee is keeping an eye on Creed - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Creed blocks with his arms.
Smash Machine misses with an elbow strike.
Still in the clinch, Creed scores with a nice short uppercut.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A short body shot lands from Creed as the two fighters clinch.
Creed stalling against the cage.
A short right from Creed.
Creed misses with a hook to the ribs.
Creed avoids a wild elbow strike from Smash Machine.#T2#
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Creed.
Creed is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Creed doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Creed tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Creed blocks an elbow strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Creed tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
Creed takes a knee right on the jaw!
Creed throws a punch but it's blocked by Smash Machine.
Creed blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Creed blocks with his arms.
Creed is working Smash Machine over against the cage.
Smash Machine's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Creed dodges an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Creed is leaning against Smash Machine and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Smash Machine is breathing heavily.
Creed goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head.
Smash Machine misses with an elbow strike.
Creed manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #T3#
Smash Machine throws an elbow that misses.
Still in the clinch, Creed scores with a nice short uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Creed.
Smash Machine throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Creed softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Creed lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Creed lands a hook to the side of the head.
Smash Machine blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A hook to the body from Creed.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Creed can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Creed misses with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Creed.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Creed blocks it with crossed arms.
Creed misses with a punch to the body.
A right hand to the body from Creed.
Creed lands a shoulder strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Creed 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.
Creed struggles to land a body shot inside as Smash Machine controls his hands. #T4#
Creed avoids the elbow strike from Smash Machine, against the cage.
Creed displaying some good clinch control by pressing Smash Machine up against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Creed.
Creed softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Creed dodges an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine lands an elbow inside.
Creed swings wildly with an uppercut but Smash Machine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Creed blocks with his arms.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Creed scores with a hook to the body.
A short left from Creed.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Creed creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Creed gets through Smash Machine's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Creed lands a body punch in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Creed.
A shot in the inside from Creed.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gabriel Creed 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#
Creed lands a nice hook to Smash Machine's body. Smash Machine takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Creed digs a good hook to Smash Machine's body.
Gabriel Creed seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Creed misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smash Machine.
Creed throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Smash Machine stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Creed throws a hook but Smash Machine blocks it.
A jab from Creed misses.
Smash Machine slips a jab from Creed.
Creed scores with a body shot.
Smash Machine attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Creed throws a series of punches but Smash Machine avoids them all with ease.
Creed scores with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine tries to land a front kick but Creed steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Smash Machine is looking to clinch.
Smash Machine takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Creed throws a body punch but Smash Machine moves out of range.
Creed throws a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jab, jab by Creed - just one landing. #T1#
Creed cracks a nice hook into Smash Machine's ribs.
Creed swings for the body but Smash Machine moves out of range.
Smash Machine tries to clinch up.
Smash Machine has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Smash Machine there as he acknowledges the shot.
Creed takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Creed swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Smash Machine is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Creed.
Smash Machine is looking to clinch.
Creed looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Creed lands a body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A combination from Creed does no damage.
Smash Machine avoids a punch combination nicely.
Creed throws a jab when Smash Machine was well out of range.
Creed has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smash Machine scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T2#
Creed jabs at Smash Machine's body.
Smash Machine throws a half hearted mid kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Creed scores with a jab to the body.
Creed connects with a body shot that sends Smash Machine's belly button to the back.
Creed throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big right from Creed misses.
Creed lands an overhand right.
Smash Machine is looking to chop away at Creed's legs.
A countering left hand to the body from Creed misses.
Creed looks to land a left hand but Smash Machine moved out of range nicely.
A left lands for Creed.
Creed misses with a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Creed misses the target.
Creed digs a good body shot into Smash Machine's ribs.
Creed throws a good cross that connects.
Creed lands a jab to Smash Machine's midsection.#T3#
A slow jab from Smash Machine misses its intended target.
Creed swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab from Creed misses.
Smash Machine misses with a leg kick.
A combination from Creed does no damage.
Creed fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Creed circles away.
Creed misses the jab.
Smash Machine takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Creed digs a good body shot into Smash Machine's ribs.
Smash Machine misses with a head kick.
A nice side step and Creed releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Smash Machine doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Smash Machine showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Creed.
Smash Machine is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Creed.
Creed takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T4#
Creed scores with a jab to the body.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Creed swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Creed wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smash Machine throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Creed misses with an uppercut. Smash Machine saw that one coming.
Creed wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Creed misses the shot to the body.
Creed jabs Smash Machine to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Creed ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch up but Creed swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jab by Creed.
Gabriel Creed seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Smash Machine misses with an attempted mid kick.
Creed swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Creed throws a body punch but Smash Machine moves out of range.
Creed stuns Smash Machine with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Creed lands with an uppercut that bounces Smash Machine off the cage and back into range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gabriel Creed showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Creed throws a jab when Smash Machine was well out of range.
Creed throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As Creed tries to get set, Smash Machine tries to push him back and clinch up but Creed manages to avoid the attempt.
Smash Machine doesn't manage to clinch there - Creed circles away.
Smash Machine throws the kick towards the body but Creed avoids it.
Creed swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Creed throws a body shot but no joy.
Jab, jab by Creed - just one landing.
Creed ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smash Machine moves away.
Creed misses with a looping left.
Creed throws a lazy right hand but Smash Machine sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
As Creed tries to get set, Smash Machine tries to push him back and clinch up but Creed manages to avoid the attempt.
Creed jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Creed scores with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Creed jabs at Smash Machine's body.
Creed ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smash Machine moves away.
Smash Machine misses with a jab, cross combination.
Creed digs a good hook to Smash Machine's body.
Creed throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Creed lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Creed ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smash Machine moves away.
Smash Machine wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Creed fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL#
Smash Machine moves into the clinch.
Creed tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
Creed scores with a nice hook to the head.
Gabriel Creed seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Creed is trying to stall.
Smash Machine lands an elbow inside that Creed shrugs off.
Creed lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Creed blocks with his arms.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Creed.
Creed avoids a wild elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Creed misses with a hook to the ribs.
Creed tries to throw a body punch but Smash Machine avoids it by throwing Creed back against the cage.
Creed scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Smash Machine pushes off an throws an elbow but Creed leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Gabriel Creed is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Creed has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smash Machine lands a knee to the body.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Creed.
Smash Machine throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Creed blocks it with crossed arms.
Creed lands a nice uppercut.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Creed blocks it with crossed arms.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Creed avoids it.
Creed avoids a wild elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Creed has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Creed lands with a light punch inside. #T3#
Creed is struggling to control the position.
Smash Machine throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Creed has Smash Machine pushed against the cage.
Smash Machine creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Clinch King Smash Machine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Smash Machine misses with an elbow strike.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Smash Machine missing with knees to the body.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Creed blocks it with crossed arms.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
With the fighters up against the cage, Smash Machine throws an elbow but misses.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Creed avoids the damage to the body. #T4#
Smash Machine throws an elbow but it misses.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Creed blocks with his arms.
A right hand to the body from Creed.
Creed lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Smash Machine or not.
Creed misses with a punch to the body.
Creed stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Creed blocks with his arms.
Creed stalling in the clinch.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine tries to land knees in the clinch but Creed avoids the damage to the body.
With the fighters up against the cage, Smash Machine throws an elbow but misses.
Smash Machine creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gabriel Creed.
Well Creed 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Creed!
An out of breath and clearly excited Gabriel Creed thanked UnderGround Supplements for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
The defeated Clinch King Smash Machine had this to say: 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

Event: Checkmate Contenders 2
Date: May 16, 2020

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Creed misses with an uppercut. Smash Machine saw that one coming.
Smash Machine wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Creed swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Creed throws a looping overhand right but Smash Machine ducks down to avoid it.
Smash Machine seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Creed darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A head kick misses from Smash Machine.
Creed connects with a body shot that sends Smash Machine's belly button to the back.
Smash Machine misses with a head kick.
Creed misses with a two punch combination.
Creed throws an overhand right that lands on Smash Machine's shoulder, as Smash Machine tries to avoid the shot.
Creed throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped

and Smash Machine counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Smash Machine lands a damaging elbow.

It looks like Gabriel Creed has been cut.
Creed tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Creed blocks it.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Creed.
Creed lands a body shot.
A body shot lands from Creed.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Creed has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Creed lands a nice shot to the body.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Creed.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Smash Machine unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Creed struggles to land a body shot inside as Smash Machine controls his hands.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Creed.
Creed tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Smash Machine working Creed over with knees to the body.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Creed tries to throw a body punch but Smash Machine avoids it by throwing Creed back against the cage.
A knee to the head by Smash Machine.
Creed can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Creed lands a right hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Creed misses with a punch to the body.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Creed avoids it.
Creed working aggressively here.
A short uppercut from Creed.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Creed.
Smash Machine comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Nice body punch from Creed.
Smash Machine is breathing heavily.
Smash Machine blocks a punch to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Creed.
Creed dodges an elbow strike from Smash Machine.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Creed dodges an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Creed misses with a punch on the inside.
Creed tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.
Smash Machine swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine trying to land knees to the body.
Creed lands a left hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
I was talking to Smash Machine's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Creed blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine lands a good knee to the midsection. Creed won't want to take too many of those.
Creed avoiding damage as Smash Machine throws knees to the body.
Smash Machine swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Creed blocks it with crossed arms.
Nice body punch from Creed.
Smash Machine pushes off an throws an elbow but Creed leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Creed tries to work over Smash Machine's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Smash Machine just misses with a elbow thrown towards Creed's brow.
Creed stalling in the clinch but Smash Machine improves position.
Creed misses with a punch to the body.
Creed has a couple of punches blocked by Smash Machine.
Creed misses with a shot to the kidneys.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Creed misses with a body punch.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Smash Machine tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Creed's elbow.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Creed blocks it.
A shot in the inside from Creed.
Nice elbow from Smash Machine.
Creed makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Creed.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Smash Machine.
Creed lands a right hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
A knee to the head by Smash Machine.
Smash Machine blocking some punches.
A body shot lands from Creed.
Creed lands a hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Creed blocks an elbow strike.
Smash Machine misses with an elbow strike.
Creed tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
Creed lands a body punch in the clinch.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Creed.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Creed.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Creed.
Creed tries to work over Smash Machine's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Smash Machine misses with an elbow strike.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but Creed blocks it.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Creed has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Creed.
Smash Machine blocks an uppercut.
A short left from Creed.
Good body shot from Creed.
Creed lands an uppercut.
Creed lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body punch from Creed - that landed with a thud.
Smash Machine throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Creed blocks it with crossed arms.
Creed can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Creed struggles to land a body shot inside as Smash Machine controls his hands.
Creed softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gabriel Creed will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Creed's cut.
That's time! Smash Machine's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Smash Machine doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Gabriel Creed seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smash Machine tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Smash Machine avoids the body shot from Creed.
Smash Machine tries to counter by clinching up but Creed breaks away and moves out of range.
Creed lands a glancing blow to the side of Smash Machine's head.
Clinch King Smash Machine is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Creed works Smash Machine's body with a nice hook.
Smash Machine connects with a solid leg kick.
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Creed swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Smash Machine tries to move into range but Creed moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Creed misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Smash Machine throws a head kick that misses
and Creed counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice body punch from Creed.
Creed cracks Smash Machine with an open hand slap.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sloppy strikes from Creed. Those never looked like landing.
Gabriel Creed seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Creed misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smash Machine.
Creed misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smash Machine.
Creed loads up on a big right hand but Smash Machine slips the punch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Creed lands a body shot.
Creed misses the shot to the body.
Creed feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Smash Machines jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Smash Machine tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Creed was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Creed lands a glancing blow to the side of Smash Machine's head.
Creed throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Creed moves out of range of the leg kick from Smash Machine.
Creed scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Creed is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Smash Machine rather than just go for the knockout.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Creed circles away.
Creed doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Creed lands a jab to the head.
Creed digs a good body shot into Smash Machine's ribs.
Creed swings and misses with a hook to the body.

Smash Machine closes the distance and clinches.
Creed lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smash Machine connects with a knee to the head.
Creed goes for a body shot but it's blocked.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Smash Machine pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Smash Machine obliges.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Creed lands a body punch.
Creed on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Creed fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smash Machine connects with a knee to the head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Creed blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine connects with a nasty looking knee right to Creed's face.
Smash Machine misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Creed.
Creed takes an elbow to the temple.
A shot in the inside from Creed.
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Creed.
Creed misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Creed misses with a hook to the ribs.
Creed tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Smash Machine scores with a knee to the head.
Creed misses with a punch to the body.
Smash Machine lands a nice knee to the body.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Creed effectively controlling the action here.
Creed avoids a wild elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Creed tries to work over Smash Machine's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Creed can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Clinch King Smash Machine has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Creed tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
Creed misses with a hook to the ribs.
Creed takes a knee right on the jaw!

Creed is rocked!
A right hook to the body lands for Creed.
Creed is still on wobbly legs! Can Smash Machine finish him?
Creed managing to block the knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Creed seems to have recovered his senses.
Creed fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Creed blocks with his arms.
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Creed pushes Smash Machine back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Creed misses with a body punch.
Creed blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Creed cracks Smash Machine with a nice body shot.
Creed goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smash Machine prevents a body shot from Creed.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Creed tries to throw a body punch but Smash Machine avoids it by throwing Creed back against the cage.
Smash Machine takes a shot to the head.
Creed pushes Smash Machine back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Creed tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Creed.
A right handed body shot lands from Creed.
Smash Machine blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Creed struggles to land a body shot inside as Smash Machine controls his hands.
Smash Machine misses with an elbow strike.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Creed tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
Creed struggles to land a body shot inside as Smash Machine controls his hands.
Creed throws a head punch that misses.
Creed lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Creed misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gabriel Creed showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Creed's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!

Smash Machine on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Creed punishes Smash Machine's body with a nice straight punch.

Smash Machine takes the fight into the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Creed.
Creed can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Creed.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Creed stalling.
Creed tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Creed throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good body shot from Creed.
Nice body punch from Creed.
Creed throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Creed stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Creed cracks Smash Machine with a nice body shot.
The referee calls for Creed to work.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Smash Machine looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A short left from Creed.
A nice right hand lands inside from Creed.
Smash Machine lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Creed can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A body shot lands from Creed.
Creed cracks Smash Machine with a nice body shot.
A short right from Creed.
Creed lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine blocks a body shot from Creed.
Creed digs a right hand into Smash Machine's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Smash Machine's gas tank.
Creed lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Creed lands a body shot.
Creed tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.
Creed pushes Smash Machine back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Still in the clinch, Creed scores with a nice short uppercut.
Creed goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Gabriel Creed is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Creed blocks an elbow strike from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Creed misses with a body punch.
Creed misses with a punch to the body.
Creed lands an uppercut.
Smash Machine lands an elbow that stopped Creed in his tracks for a moment.
Creed lands a nice shot to the body.
Smash Machine pushes off an throws an elbow but Creed leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Creed tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Creed avoids the elbow strike from Smash Machine, against the cage.
A short right from Creed on the inside.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Smash Machine throws a head punch that misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Smash Machine throws an elbow but misses.
Creed throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smash Machines head.
Smash Machine pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Smash Machine has a couple of punches blocked by Creed.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Creed avoids it.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Creed avoids the elbow strike from Smash Machine, against the cage.
Creed tries a body shot but Smash Machine blocks it.
Smash Machine misses with the head strike.
Creed lands a left hand.
Creed lands an uppercut.
Creed has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smash Machine creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Creed tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Creed tries to work over Smash Machine's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but Creed blocks with his arms.
Smash Machine throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smash Machine misses with some punches.
Creed pressing his opponent against the cage.
Creed lands a right hand that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Smash Machine is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Creed is defending well for now.
Smash Machine landing knees to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Smash Machine is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Creed is defending well for now.
Clinch King Smash Machine has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Creed tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smash Machine's elbow.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gabriel Creed comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Creed 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gabriel Creed!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Gabriel Creed made sure he mentioned UnderGround Supplements, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: Checkmate Fight Night 6
Date: Apr 11, 2020

#R1#
Smash Machine throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Pallero lands with a straight right. Smash Machine didn't see that one coming.#CUT2#
It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Pallero misses with a straight right.
Smash Machine looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Smash Machine tries a head kick but it misses.
Smash Machine throws a head kick that misses.
Smash Machine connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Smash Machine looks for the body kick but Pallero saw that one coming.
Pallero is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Pallero ducks under a wild hook from Smash Machine.#CL#
Smash Machine rushes Pallero and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine landing knees to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Henry Pallero has been cut.
Smash Machine lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Smash Machine has Pallero pressed against the cage, preventing Pallero from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Pallero is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Smash Machine creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Pallero's defenses.
Pallero takes an elbow to the temple.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smash Machine landing knees to the head.
Pallero is trying to break the clinch but Smash Machine has him pressed against the cage. #T1#
Pallero takes an elbow to the forehead.
Pallero wants to get back to striking at distance but Smash Machine won't allow it. #KD#
Smash Machine drops Pallero with a big knee straight up the middle! Pallero is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #ROC#
Pallero is rocked!#CL#
Smash Machine instigates a clinch.
Pallero is still on wobbly legs! Can Smash Machine finish him?
Pallero can't break the clinch.
Smash Machine unloads a knee to the mid-section. Pallero lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Pallero looks winded!
Smash Machine lands a big knee! That's hurt Pallero! Oh, he's all over the place! Smash Machine lands another knee that sends Pallero to the floor and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Clinch King Smash Machine!

Event: Checkmate Contenders 1
Date: Mar 07, 2020

#R1#
Smash Machine tries to score with a low kick but Graham moves his leg out of the way.
Smash Machine throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Smash Machine throws the kick towards the body but Graham avoids it.
Graham moves out of range of the body kick.
As Smash Machine tries to get set, Graham tries to push him back and clinch up but Smash Machine manages to avoid the attempt.
A head kick misses from Smash Machine.
As Smash Machine tries to get set, Graham tries to push him back and clinch up but Smash Machine manages to avoid the attempt.
Smash Machine throws a right and a left that Graham avoids nicely.
Graham tries to land a leg kick but Smash Machine saw it coming and moves away. #CL2#
Smash Machine instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine lands a nice elbow.
Smash Machine tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Graham on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #KD2#
Smash Machine drops Graham with a big knee straight up the middle! Graham is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #CUT2#
It looks like Willy Graham has been cut.
Smash Machine has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Graham is landing a low percentage of strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Graham blocks a head kick by Smash Machine. #T1#
Graham blocks a head kick by Smash Machine.
Graham appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Graham looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Smash Machine throws a half hearted mid kick.
Graham tries to counter with a takedown but Smash Machine is quick to defend against it.
Smash Machine throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Smash Machine checks a leg kick.
Smash Machine throws a lazy head kick #CL#
and Graham counters by clinching up.
Smash Machine with a knee to the head.
Smash Machine using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Graham has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nice elbow from Smash Machine.
Graham takes an elbow to the forehead. #ROC2#
Graham is rocked!
Smash Machine misses with a knee to the head.
Nice elbow from Smash Machine.
Oh Graham is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Smash Machine fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smash Machine tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Graham seems to have got his legs back now.#T2#
Graham slows down the pace here.
Smash Machine dodges an elbow strike from Graham.
Graham stalling in the clinch. #TD#
Graham lands a takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Graham is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Smash Machine looking to hit a scissor sweep but Graham is one step ahead there.
Graham not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Smash Machine wants to improve his position but instead Graham has moved into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Nice strikes from Graham there.
Smash Machine tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Graham has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Graham controlling the pace for now.
Graham in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas. #T4#
Smash Machine in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #CUT#
It looks like Clinch King Smash Machine has been cut.
Smash Machine really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Graham. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Graham won't let Smash Machine get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Graham controlling from the full mount.
Smash Machine tries to reverse the position but Graham maintains control.
Graham raining down shots from the mount!
Graham looking to control and managing it successfully.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Smash Machine really wants to buck Graham off and get back to his feet.
A nice elbow there by Graham.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Smash Machine throws the kick towards the body but Graham avoids it.
Graham changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Graham misses with a series of wild punches.
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Graham circles away.
Graham avoids a punch combination nicely.
Clinch King Smash Machine is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Smash Machine has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Graham pressing his opponent against the cage.
Smash Machine connects with a knee to the head. #T1#
Smash Machine lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Smash Machine misses with a knee strike.
Smash Machine creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Graham's defenses.
Graham avoiding damage.
Smash Machine lands a damaging elbow.
Smash Machine is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Graham is defending well for now.
Smash Machine jerks Graham's head down, straight into the path of a devastating knee! Graham drops to the floor in a crumpled heap! Smash Machine goes to throw a finishing haymaker but pulls out - good sportsmanship from Smash Machine because Graham was completely out of it. That was a nice finish - just the right level of brutality to send everyone home happy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee). Clinch King Smash Machine!

Event: Checkmate Fight Night 3
Date: Feb 15, 2020

#R1#
Smash Machine tries to clinch there but Quang Van circles away.
Smash Machine scores with a hook.
Quang Van should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Horrible takedown attempt by Smash Machine or perhaps it was just good defense by Quang Van, which made it look bad.
Quang Van tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL#
Quang Van tries to keep at a distance but Smash Machine has taken the fight into the clinch.
Quang Van takes a knee right on the jaw! #CUT#
It looks like Tri Quang Van has been cut.
Smash Machine unloads a knee to the mid-section. Quang Van lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Smash Machine lands a vicious elbow to the side of Quang Van's head that scrambles his senses and sends him wobbling down to the canvas! Smash Machine tries to finish him with strikes but Quang Van still seems able to defend himself so Smash Machine steps back and lets Quang Van get back to his feet - he wants no part of the ground game.#ROC#
Quang Van is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Quang Van is still on wobbly legs! Can Smash Machine finish him?
Smash Machine creates some distance and fires off a vicious elbow that drops Quang Van! He pounces and finishes the fight with more strikes! Nice KO for Smash Machine.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Clinch King Smash Machine!
Tri Quang Van spoke after the fight, saying 'Ahhh... Sorry my... Shi* shi* '.

Event: Checkmate Fight Night 2
Date: Feb 01, 2020

#R1#
Smash Machine tries to close the distance and clinch but Graham swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Graham throws a hook but Smash Machine blocks it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Graham is defended easily by Smash Machine.
Graham stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Graham wants it to stay on the feet.#CL2#
Graham fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Smash Machine, pushing him back against the cage.
Smash Machine lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Smash Machine lands a nice elbow. #CUT#
It looks like Willy Graham has been cut.
Knees to the body from Smash Machine.
Nice elbow from Smash Machine.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Smash Machine obliges.
Graham takes an elbow to the temple.
Smash Machine looking to throw knees to the head but Graham is blocking nicely. #KD#
Smash Machine drops Graham with a big knee straight up the middle! Graham is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #ROC#
Graham is rocked!
Graham looks winded!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smash Machine wants to slow Graham down by chopping away at his legs.
Graham is still on wobbly legs! Can Smash Machine finish him?
Smash Machine misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Smash Machine throws a head kick but Graham moves out of range. #T1#
Graham doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Smash Machine counters by clinching up.
Smash Machine working the clinch nicely. Graham is working for position but Smash Machine cracks him with a big knee to the head! Graham crumples up against the cage and Smash Machine lands two more shots before the ref can save Graham! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee & Punches). Clinch King Smash Machine!

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