Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SYN 1065 McGuire vs Leifsson
Date: Mar 31, 2024

#R1#
Veto misses with a hook
and Veto takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Jaycee Veto has been cut.
Veto works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Veto digs a good hook to Republic's body.
Veto misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Veto throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Republic misses with a left hand
letting Veto counter with a right hand.
Veto has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Republic.
Republic misses with an uppercut
and Veto counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Republic thinking.
Veto lands a nice shot that snaps Republic's head back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Veto misses with a body punch
and Republic counters with a nice leg kick. #T1#
Republic misses with a hook.
Veto throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Veto lunges at Republic with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Republic's hand. #CUT2#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Veto throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Republic scores with a decent looking hook.
Veto connects with a crisp jab.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Veto.
Veto slips a jab and a cross from Republic.
Veto misses with a looping left.#T2#
Veto sizes up Republic with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Veto throws a head kick that misses.
Republic fires out a quick counter leg kick but Veto just manages to avoid it.
Republic throws a series of punches but Veto avoids them all with ease.
Veto swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Veto misses with a hook. Republic ducked under it nicely.
Republic throwing a counter right hand but Veto manages to avoid it.
The fighters circling - Veto throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Veto misses with a hook
and Republic counters with a thumping low kick.
Veto looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
No joy there for Republic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Veto lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Republic takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T3#
Veto avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Veto swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Veto throws a sloppy head kick and Republic moves out of range easily.
Republic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Veto.
It looked like Republic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Veto throws a nice inside leg kick.
Veto connects with a jab.
Veto throws a big shot that misses.
Veto throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Republic throws a leg kick that is checked
and Veto counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Republic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Veto attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Veto fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Republic manages to avoid it.
Veto throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a nice kick to the body.
Republic moves out of range as Veto strikes.
Veto tries a head kick but it misses.
Republic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Veto throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Republic counters with a good low kick that Veto was not able to check.
Veto looks winded!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Veto slips under a jab from Republic.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaycee Veto dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Republic's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Republic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Veto misses the body punch
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Republic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Veto throws a predictable looking body shot
and Republic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Republic doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Veto swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Veto misses with a head kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Veto. That's going to slow Republic down.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Republic might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Veto misses with an uppercut
and Veto takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
A solid body kick from Republic.
Veto throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Republic swings for the body but Veto moves out of range.
Veto misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a left to the body.
Republic 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.
Veto takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT#That has opened up Jaycee Veto's cut even more.
Veto moves out of range of the body kick.
Veto misses with an uppercut.
Veto swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Republic avoids a punch combination nicely. #T2#
Veto ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Republic moves away.
Republic went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Veto throws a jab but it's blocked by Republic.
Republic lands a jab to Veto's midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Veto misses the body punch
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Republic lands a slapping body shot.
Veto is breathing heavily.
Republic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Veto swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Veto throws a hook but Republic avoids it easily.#T3#
Veto throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Republic throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Veto counters with a nice uppercut.
Republic looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Republic throws a shot from downtown. Veto moves away and avoids it.
Republic throws a combination that misses
and Veto cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Veto looks to score with a jab to the body but Republic is just out of range.
Jaycee Veto seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Republic cracks Veto with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Republic scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Republic is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Veto swings away with a body shot that misses
and Republic makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T4#
Republic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Veto.
Republic misses with a low kick.
It looks like Republic has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Veto misses with a body shot
and Republic counters with a left and a right that stings Veto. #CUT#The cut above Jaycee Veto's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Jaycee Veto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Veto blocks a head kick by Republic.
Veto lands a nice hook to Republic's body. Republic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Veto cracks Republic with a right hand to the side of the head.
Republic looks to land a right hand but Veto moved out of range.
Veto dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Banana Republic 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 hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Republic walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Veto takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Republic throws a right hand that misses
and Veto counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Republic thinking.
A head kick misses from Veto.
Veto ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Republic moves away.
Republic appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Republic moves forwards but Veto connects with a nice, crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Republic slips a straight right by Veto.
Republic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Veto is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Republic. #T1#
Veto scores with a body shot.
Veto listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Veto lands with a shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A bone on bone clash there as Veto blocks the leg kick.
Veto misses with a right hand
and Republic counters with a body kick that stops Veto in his tracks momentarily.
Republic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Republic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice uppercut there from Veto.#T2#
Republic dodges the punch combination from Veto.
Republic misses with a double jab
and Veto counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#Banana Republic's cut is getting worse.
Veto pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Republic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Veto throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Veto takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Veto misses with a wild body shot.
Republic lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T3#
Veto with a nice cross.
Veto throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a good low kick that Veto was not able to check.
Veto connects with a body shot.
Veto feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Republics jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Republic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Republic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Republic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Republic thumps Veto with a low kick.
Veto lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T4#
Veto blocks a leg kick.
Veto lands a lovely overhand right.
Republic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Republic fires out a quick counter leg kick but Veto just manages to avoid it.
Veto throws a looping overhand right but Republic ducks down to avoid it.
Republic looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Veto throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Veto misses with a right hand
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Republic throws a lazy body kick
and Veto counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Veto throws a leg kick but Republic moved away.

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

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

Event: SYN 1058 Hlervu vs De Geno
Date: Feb 23, 2024

#R1#
Republic moves into range and connects with a jab.
Republic takes a swing at Sampson's ribcage but misses.
Republic just misses with a punch to the body.
Sampson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Republic momentarily. #CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Republic looks to land a right hand but Sampson moved out of range.
Republic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Republic takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sampson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Sampson misses with a hook.#T1#
Sampson misses with a low kick.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Republic walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sampson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Republic.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
A telegraphed right hand from Republic misses the target.
Republic finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sampson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sampson moves out of range as Republic strikes.
Sampson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T2#
Sampson misses with a hook.
Republic lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sampson lands a jab-cross combination.
The crowd cheers as Republic lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sampson doesn't seem phased though.
Sampson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Republic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sampson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Republic throws the left hand but Sampson avoids the punch easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Republic misses with a looping right.
A counter left hand to the body from Sampson misses its target.#T3#
Republic looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
It looked like Sampson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Republic 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.
Republic takes one on the button.
Republic misses with a body shot.
Sampson throwing a counter right hand but Republic manages to avoid it.
Republic throws a sloppy body shot
and Sampson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Republic chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sampson can pounce on him.
Sampson looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T4#
Republic throws a right hand that misses
and Republic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#That has opened up Banana Republic's cut even more.
Republic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Republic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sampson.
Republic throws a sloppy body shot
and Sampson counters with a huge head kick that drops Republic! The ref dives in to stop the fight and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Douglas Sampson!
An out of breath Douglas Sampson thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SYN 1050 Hlervu vs Kutvonen IV
Date: Jan 21, 2024

#R1#
Knell tries to work over Republic's front leg with a kick but Republic checks it.
Republic misses with a few strikes there.
Knell misses the shot to the body.
Republic takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
It looked like Republic was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Knell darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CUT2#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Knell throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a one-two to the body.
Knell looks to land a right hand but Republic moved out of range.
Republic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Knell.
Knell walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Republic checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Knell lunges at Republic with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Republic's hand.
Knell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Knell throws a body punch but Republic moves out of range.
Knell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Republic manages to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Republic misses the target.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Knell throws a hook but Republic avoids it easily.
Knell throws a poor cross that misses
and Knell takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Death Knell has been cut.#T1##KD#
Republic throws a head kick that lands with a deafening thwack! The crowd roars as Knell stumbles backwards and falls to the mat. Republic follows into mount! #ROC#Knell is rocked!
Republic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Knell is still in real trouble! Can Republic finish him?
Republic's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SU#
Republic stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Knell rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a left and a right... and another left... and another!! That last one turned off the lights! Knell has no idea who he is and is as he gazes up at the spotlights. Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Banana Republic!
After the fight, Banana Republic was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: SYN 1045 New Years Eve
Date: Dec 31, 2023

#R1#
Republic checks a low kick from Amir.
Amir throws a chopping leg kick but Republic manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Republic is looking for the big counter here.
Republic jabs at Amir's body.
Amir misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Ali Amir has been cut.
Republic fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Amir has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Republic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Amir.
Nice body punch from Amir.
Republic moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut there from Amir.
Amir listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Republic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T1#
An inside leg kick lands from Republic.
Republic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Amir works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Amir is looking to wear down Republic with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Amir wants to clinch.
Republic attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Amir connects with a crisp jab.
Republic swings widly with a right hand
and Amir counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Amir throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T2#
Amir lands with a shot to the body.
Amir throws a leg kick but Republic sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Republic staying out of range there.
Republic follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Amir feints and then cracks Republic's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Republic down.
Amir swings and misses with a hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Amir throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a three punch combo that has Amir backing up. Amir nods at Republic to acknowledge the strikes.
Amir is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Amir connects with a body shot.
Republic looks winded!
Amir lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Amir moves out of range of the strikes.
Amir digs a good hook to Republic's body.
Amir misses with a low kick. #T3#
Amir clobbers Republic with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Republic dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Amir. That did some damage!
Republic checks a leg kick nicely.
Amir lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Republic avoids the head kick by Amir.
Amir throws a leg kick but Republic checks it.
Republic goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Amir swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Republic swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Amir.
Amir shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Republic fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T4#
Amir avoids a kick to the body.
Amir connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nice straight punches there by Amir. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Amir.
Republic cracks a nice hook into Amir's ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Amir scores with the left hand. Republic knows he should have avoided that one.
Some bone on bone action there as Republic checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A jab from Amir misses.
Amir misses with a straight right.
Amir scores with a nice head shot.
Amir throws an overhand right that lands on Republic's shoulder, as Republic tries to avoid the shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ali Amir 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#
Republic defending well as Amir loads up on a big left hand.
Amir is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Republic can do to turn this around?
Amir tries to clinch up but Republic circles away and keeps his distance.
Amir throws a big shot that misses.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Amir misses with a body shot.
Amir tests Republic's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Republic checks a leg kick.
As Amir backs off Republic throws a huge counter combo but Amir manages to avoid it all.
Republic drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Republic explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#CL#
Amir fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Republic, pushing him back against the cage.
Republic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Amir blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T1#
A short right from Amir on the inside.
Republic using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Amir has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Republic tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Amir avoids it.
Amir is trying to maintain a safe position but Republic gets an underhook and turns Amir into the cage.
A short uppercut from Amir. #TD#
Amir jumps guard.
Amir seems keen to control Republic's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Republic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Amir will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Amir is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Amir had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Republic defends it easily.#SUB#
Amir looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2#
Republic sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Amir's guard.
Amir is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Amir is working hard here to advance position.
Amir regains full guard. Nicely done.
Republic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Amir swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Amir trying to keep a closed guard but Republic is proving a slippery customer.
Republic stays in close to Amir's body and controls the position. #T3##SUB#
Amir had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Republic defends it easily.#SUB#
Amir looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Amir is looking for a triangle but Republic pushes his legs off easily.
Republic would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Republic is stalling in the full guard. #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.
Amir trying to keep a closed guard but Republic is proving a slippery customer.
Republic is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Republic wants to stand but Amir has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Republic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Amir.
Republic only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Amir lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Republic needs to keep his hands up - Amir had a free shot at his head there.
A nice leg kick lands there from Republic.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ali Amir 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Amir misses with a low kick.
Amir thuds a left hand into Republic's body.
Republic looks to land a body kick but Amir moved away.
Amir swings for the body but Republic moves out of range.
Amir dodges the punch combination from Republic.
Republic takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Amir here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Republic looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Amir ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T1#
Amir swings for the body but Republic moves out of range.
Amir misses with a body shot.
Amir uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Republic.
Amir avoids a punch combination nicely.
Amir uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Republic.
Republic throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Amir makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Amir tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Banana Republic is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Amir throws a head kick that misses
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Republic feints and then cracks Amir's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Amir down.
Banana Republic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Republic looks to land a left hand but Amir moved out of range nicely.
Amir with a jab.
Amir misses with a wild body shot.
Republic is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Republic throws a nice looking combination but Amir bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Amir blocks a head kick by Republic.
Republic on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Amir throws a leg kick
and Republic counters with a nice body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Amir throws out a leg kick but Republic moves out of range and Amir only half commits.
Amir doesn't manage to clinch there - Republic circles away. #T3#
Amir lands a lovely overhand right.
Republic swings for the body but Amir moves out of range.
Amir smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
That kick from Amir tenderised Republic's leg. Republic is trying to keep his angry face on.
Amir lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Republic throws a low kick, looking for Amir's leg but Amir calmly moves out of range.
Amir thinks about countering with a head kick.
Amir throws a body shot but no joy.
A shot to the liver by Amir. Beautiful body shot.
Amir lands with a right hand. #T4##CL#
Amir rushes Republic and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Republic misses with the head strike.
Amir tries to pull guard but Republic forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD#
Amir pulls Republic into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Republic is looking to stand up but Amir won't let him.
Republic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Amir looking to hit a scissor sweep but Republic is one step ahead there.
Ali Amir is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB#
Amir looking for a guillotine here but Republic defends easily. #SUB#
Amir is looking for a triangle but Republic pushes his legs off easily.

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

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

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

Event: SYN 1039 Kamara vs McCarthy
Date: Dec 09, 2023

#R1#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Republic - that will leave a mark!
Jab by Republic.
Republic wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Republic throws a sloppy head kick and Seigel moves out of range easily.
Republic doesn't manage to clinch there - Seigel circles away.
Republic throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Seigel counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Seigel misses with a straight left.
Banana Republic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Seigel stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Republic.
Seigel takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Republic lands a nice leg kick that just misses Seigel's sensitive parts.
A head kick misses from Seigel.
Republic lands a jab to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Republic scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T1#
Seigel tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Republic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Despite the aggression on Republic's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Republic jabs Seigel to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Republic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Seigel.
Seigel has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Republic.#CL2#
Republic clinches with his opponent.
A short uppercut from Seigel.
Republic tries to land knees in the clinch but Seigel avoids the damage to the body.
Seigel lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Republic working aggressively here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Republic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Seigel struggles to land a body shot inside as Republic controls his hands.
Republic using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Seigel on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Republic misses with a knee strike. #T2#
A short uppercut from Seigel.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Seigel throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Republics head.
Republic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Republic trying to land knees to the body.
Republic misses with a punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Seigel.
Seigel pushes Republic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Seigel managing to block the knees to the body from Republic.
Seigel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Republic fails to land.
Seigel makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Seigel.
Seigel tries to land knees in the clinch but Republic avoids the damage to the body.
Republic misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Republic.
A nice left hand lands by Seigel.
Republic lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Seigel fails to land.
Republic is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Seigel is defending well for now.#T3#
Seigel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Seigel blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Seigel throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Republic blocks it with crossed arms.
Republic lands a shoulder strike.
Republic misses with a knee to the head.
Seigel displaying some good clinch control by pressing Republic up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Republic.
Seigel landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Republic looks winded!
Seigel unloads a knee to the mid-section. Republic lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Seigel landing knees to the head.
Seigel lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Republic or not.
Seigel digs a right hand underneath Republic's ribcage. Republic let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Seigel works on Republic's body with a couple of short punches.
Seigel landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Seigel lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Seigel cracks Republic with a nice body shot.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Seigel obliges.#T4#
Seigel is leaning against Republic and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short right from Seigel on the inside.
Seigel stalls.
Seigel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Seigel lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A shot in the inside from Seigel.
Seigel landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Seigel lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Seigel.
Seigel lands with a light punch inside.
Seigel scores with a shoulder strike.
I was talking to Seigel's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Seigel scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Seigel is working Republic over against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Seigel pushes Republic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Seigel lands a left hand that snaps the head of Republic backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Seigel. #CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Seigel cracks Republic with a nice body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bugsy Seigel dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Seigel flashes Republic a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Republic's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Republic crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Seigel punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bugsy Seigel!
Our winner, Bugsy Seigel, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: SMASH: Frewin vs Tryastsyn
Date: Aug 26, 2023

#R1#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Republic.#CL#
Republic has Face up against the cage in a clinch.
Face has a couple of punches blocked by Republic.
Our sources have told us that Republic has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Face'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.
Face connects with a nasty looking knee right to Republic's face. #CUT2#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Face just misses with a elbow thrown towards Republic's brow.
Republic tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Face lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Face blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short left from Republic.
Republic tries a knee to the head but Face blocks it.
Republic throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Face blocks it with crossed arms.
Republic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A nice right hand lands inside from Republic.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Face lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Republic misses with some punches.
Republic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Face or not. #T1#
Face misses with a knee strike.
Face lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Republic takes a knee right on the jaw!
Face goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Republic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Face misses with a punch to the body.
Face blocks an uppercut.
Face pressing his opponent against the cage.
Face scores with a hook to the body.
Face cracks Republic with a nice body shot.
Face lands a hook that snaps the head of Republic backwards.
Republic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Republic misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Face.
Face avoiding damage as Republic throws knees to the body.
Republic misses with the head strike.
Republic avoiding damage as Face throws knees to the body.
Face tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #T2#
Face avoiding damage as Republic throws knees to the body.
Republic tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Face prevents a body shot from Republic.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Face lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Face working aggressively here.
Face throws a head punch that misses.
A shot in the inside from Face.
Republic tries to land knees in the clinch but Face avoids the damage to the body.
Face misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Republic.
Face tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Republic with a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Puncher Face has been cut.
Face tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Face lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Still in the clinch, Republic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Republic throws a punch but it's blocked by Face.
Face lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Face tries a knee to the head but Republic blocks it.
Face lands a right hand that snaps the head of Republic backwards. #T3#
Face stalling the fight.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Republic as Face tries to tie him up.
Republic tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Face landing knees to the head.
Face is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Republic tries to land knees in the clinch but Face avoids the damage to the body.
Republic misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Face.
Face throws a knee to the head but misses.
A short right from Face.
Republic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The referee calls for Face to work.
Face trying to control the position but instead, Republic has worked for underhooks and has pushed Face into the cage.
Face lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Republic backwards. #T4#
A left hand lands to the body for Republic.
A short uppercut from Face.
Face throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Republic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short uppercut from Republic.
Republic managing to block the knees to the body from Face.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Republic landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Face looks winded!
Republic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Face or not.
Republic lands a nice knee to the body.
Republic connects with a knee to the head.
Republic unloads a knee to the mid-section. Face lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Republic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Face throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Republic lands a nice knee to the body.
Republic lands with a right to the head.
Republic lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Banana Republic will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Republic's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Republic dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Face. That did some damage!
Republic swings widly with a right hand
and Face counters with a nice uppercut.
Face tries to close the distance and clinch up but Republic swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Republic thinks about countering with a body kick.
Republic fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Republic misses with a hook. Face ducked under it nicely.
A little jabbing left from Face on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Republic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Face.
Face walks forward, straight into a front kick from Republic.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Republic missing with a left hand there. Face was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Face is breathing heavily.
Republic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Republic moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Both fighters circling a little - Republic finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #T1#
Republic lands a nice looking body kick.
Republic connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Face takes one to the chin there.
Republic throws a push kick but Face slaps the foot to one side.
A countering left hand to the body from Face misses.#CL#
Republic clinches up with Face and pushes him back against the cage.
Republic scores with a nice hook to the head.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Republic.
Republic landing knees to the head.
A right hand to the body from Republic.
Republic landing knees to the body.
Republic misses with a knee to the head. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Republic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Face backwards.
Face fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Face is trying to maintain a safe position but Republic gets an underhook and turns Face into the cage.
Republic looking to throw knees to the head but Face is blocking nicely.
Face managing to block the knees to the body from Republic.
A short body shot lands from Republic as the two fighters clinch.
Republic with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Face is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Republic tries to land a knee to the head but Face blocks with his arms.
Republic misses with a body punch.
Face has thrown a lot of knees so far in this fight and we're lead to believe that's something he's been working on the gym prior to this fight.
Face throws a knee to the head but misses.
Republic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Face on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Face lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Face takes a knee to the side of the body.
Republic tries a knee to the head but Face blocks it. #T3#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Republic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Republic tries to land knees in the clinch but Face avoids the damage to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Republic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Republic 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.
Face blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Face lands a left hand.
Face takes a shot to the head.
Republic missing with knees to the body.
Republic landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Republic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Face or not.
Republic misses with some punches.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Republic landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Republic lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Republic lands a knee to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Face misses with a knee to the head.
A short right from Republic on the inside.
Republic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Face can do to turn this around?#T4#
A shot in the inside from Republic.
Republic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Republic looking to throw knees to the head but Face is blocking nicely.
Face is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Republic is defending well for now.
Republic lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Republic lands with a right to the head.
Republic lands a hook that snaps the head of Face backwards. #ROC#Face is rocked!
Knees in the clinch landing for Republic.
Face is still on wobbly legs! Can Republic finish him?
Republic unloads a knee to the mid-section. Face lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
A short right from Republic on the inside.
Face seems to have recovered his senses.
Republic lands a shoulder strike.
Republic lands an uppercut.
Republic unloads a knee to the mid-section.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Face takes a shot to the head.
Republic landing knees to the body.
A shot in the inside from Republic.
Republic landing some nice looking knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Banana Republic 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! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Republic throws a big shot that misses.
Face throws a counter combo.
Face is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Face stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Republic.
Face tries to clinch there but Republic circles away.
Republic scores with a jab. Face acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Republic throws a jab but it's blocked by Face.
Face is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Republic throws an off balance right hand
and Face counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Republic lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T1#
Face swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Face on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nice body punch from Republic.
Face takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Face steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Republic.
Face doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#CL#
Face gets tackled into the cage by Republic. Republic maintains the clinch.
Republic misses with a knee to the head.
Republic working aggressively here.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Republic obliges.
Republic tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Face avoids it.
Face using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Republic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Face is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Republic is defending well for now.
Face with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Republic using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Face has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Face takes a knee right on the jaw!
Puncher Face has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A knee to the head by Face.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Republic lands a nice knee to the body.
Republic is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Face is defending well for now.
Republic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Republic tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Face avoids it.
Republic connects with a knee to the head.
A shot in the inside from Republic.
Face throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Republics head.
Face avoiding damage as Republic throws knees to the body.
Face blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Face is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Republic with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Republic swings wildly with an uppercut but Face uses good head movement to avoid it.
Face has a couple of punches blocked by Republic. #T3#
Face blocks an uppercut.
Face lands with a left to the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Face misses with a knee to the head.
Republic scores with a shot to the side of Face's head.
Face tries a knee to the head but Republic blocks it.
Face throws a knee to the head but misses.
Face's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Republic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Face backwards.
Republic is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Face is defending well for now.
Republic lands with a short shot to the head.
Face throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Republic blocks it with crossed arms.
Republic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Republic tries a knee to the head but Face blocks it.
Republic goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Republic using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Face has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Face tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Republic avoids it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Face displaying some good clinch control by pressing Republic up against the cage.
A short left from Republic.
Republic landing knees to the body.
Republic misses with a knee strike.
Banana Republic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Face swings wildly with an uppercut but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Face tries to land a knee to the head but Republic blocks with his arms.
Face with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Face blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:26
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:26
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Banana Republic!
A very excited looking Banana Republic rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: SMASH: Demonok vs Tosen 2
Date: Jun 25, 2023

#R1#
Republic on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CL#
Republic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Donovan takes a shot to the head.
Donovan takes a shot to the head. #CUT#It looks like Dan Donovan has been cut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Republic.
Donovan lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #CUT2#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Republic misses with a punch on the inside.
Donovan lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Republic scores with a knee to the head.
Republic lands a left hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Donovan misses with a body punch.
Donovan wants to stall.
Republic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Our sources have told us that Republic has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Republic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Republic.
Donovan goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T1#
Donovan can't get the takedown.
Republic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Donovan is trying to push Republic away but Republic has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Donovan 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.
Republic misses with a body punch.
Donovan changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Republic fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Republic. Donovan shrugs it off though.
Republic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Donovan now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Republic throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Donovan stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL#
Republic closes the distance and pushes Donovan back into the cage.
Donovan working aggressively here.
Republic has a couple of punches blocked by Donovan.
A head punch on the inside from Republic fails to land.
Republic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Republic unloads a knee to the mid-section.#T2#
Republic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Republic lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Donovan tries a body shot but Republic blocks it.
Republic is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Donovan looks winded!
Republic using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Republic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short uppercut from Republic.
Donovan takes a knee to the side of the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Republic.
Republic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Republic scores with a shoulder strike.
Republic lands with a right to the head.
Nice body punch from Republic - that landed with a thud.
Republic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Donovan backwards.
Republic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T3#
Republic unloads a knee to the mid-section. Donovan lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Republic working some nice short punches in the clinch.#ROC#Donovan is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Dan Donovan's cut even more.
Republic takes control of his opponent's neck and spins him into the cage. Donovan is off balance and as he stumbles, Republic throws a jumping knee that lands flush on Donovan's chin, knocking him out cold! Oh my word - what a knockout! Definitely one for his highlight reel! If he ever decides to rob a bank and run off to Morocco, that moment is defintely worthy of a tacky mural!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Banana Republic!
Banana Republic was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: SMASH: Nascimento vs Lomax
Date: May 28, 2023

#R1#
Kawiwasulu looks to clinch
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Kawiwasulu will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jab from Kawiwasulu.
Republic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kawiwasulu.
And Republic responds with a good body kick, but Kawiwasulu manages to step out the way in time.#CL#
Kawiwasulu closes the distance and pushes Republic back into the cage.
A short uppercut from Republic.
Kawiwasulu tries a body shot but Republic blocks it.
Republic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kawiwasulu backwards.
Republic throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kawiwasulu.
Republic has a couple of punches blocked by Kawiwasulu.
Republic blocks an uppercut.
Republic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Republic throws a head punch that misses.
Republic throws a head punch that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Still in the clinch, Republic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kawiwasulu scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
Kawiwasulu connects with a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Kawiwasulu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Republic backwards.
Kawiwasulu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Republic manages to break the clinch.
Kawiwasulu throws the left hand but Republic avoids the punch easily.
Kawiwasulu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice body punch from Kawiwasulu. #CL#
Kawiwasulu drives through and clinches with Republic against the cage.
Republic misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Republic manages to break the clinch.
Kawiwasulu throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Kawiwasulu has Republic up against the cage in a clinch.
Kawiwasulu lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Republic or not.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kawiwasulu lands a right hand.
Kawiwasulu misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Kawiwasulu fails to land.
Kawiwasulu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T2#
Republic throws a punch but it's blocked by Kawiwasulu.
Republic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kawiwasulu tries a body shot but Republic blocks it.
Kawiwasulu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Republic gets through Kawiwasulu's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters up against the cage, Republic throws an elbow but misses.
Republic scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kawiwasulu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kawiwasulu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Republic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kawiwasulu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Republic's elbow.
Republic lands an uppercut.
Kawiwasulu tries to throw a body punch but Republic avoids it by throwing Kawiwasulu back against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Kawiwasulu as the two fighters clinch.
Republic looks winded!
Kawiwasulu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Republic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kawiwasulu misses with a knee strike.
Republic has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kawiwasulu.
Republic swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3##BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch. #CL#
Kawiwasulu gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Republic pushes Kawiwasulu back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kawiwasulu is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Republic is defending well for now.
Republic throws a punch but it's blocked by Kawiwasulu.
Republic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Republic lands a body shot in the clinch.
Republic managing to block the knees to the body from Kawiwasulu.
Republic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kawiwasulu backwards. #BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kawiwasulu clobbers Republic with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kawiwasulu misses with a straight left.
Kawiwasulu throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a right hand to the body.
A slow jab from Kawiwasulu misses its intended target.
Kawiwasulu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kawiwasulu moves to clinch but Republic breaks away
letting Republic counter with a right hand. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kawiwasulu throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Kawiwasulu misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Republic moves out of range of the body kick.
Republic raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Amaru Kawiwasulu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Republic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Republic keeps the fight on the outside.
Republic shapes to counter with a head kick.
Kawiwasulu throws a hook but Republic blocks it.
Republic is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Republic tries to clinch there but Kawiwasulu circles away.
Kawiwasulu swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Kawiwasulu is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Kawiwasulu misses with a straight left.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kawiwasulu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Republic.
Despite the aggression on Republic's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kawiwasulu swings away with a body shot that misses
and Republic counters with a lovely shot to the body.#CL2#
Republic closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Banana Republic will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic'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#
A telegraphed right hand from Kawiwasulu misses the target.
Republic tries a quick counter leg kick but Kawiwasulu is wise to it.
Kawiwasulu throws a lazy uppercut
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Kawiwasulu misses with a hook
and Republic counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Kawiwasulu misses with a jab to the body
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Republic moves into the clinch.
Kawiwasulu trying to land knees to the body.
Kawiwasulu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Banana Republic seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kawiwasulu misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Republic.
Republic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kawiwasulu lands with a short shot to the head.
Kawiwasulu tries to throw a body punch but Republic avoids it by throwing Kawiwasulu back against the cage.
Kawiwasulu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Republic misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Republic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kawiwasulu tries to clinch there but Republic circles away.
Kawiwasulu scores with a shot to the body.
Kawiwasulu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Republic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kawiwasulu.#CL#
Kawiwasulu clinches with his opponent.
Kawiwasulu tries a knee to the head but Republic blocks it.
Republic blocks an uppercut.
Kawiwasulu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kawiwasulu tries to land a knee to the head but Republic blocks with his arms.
Republic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Republic prevents a body shot from Kawiwasulu.
Kawiwasulu blocks an elbow strike from Republic.
Kawiwasulu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Republic lands with a right to the head.
Kawiwasulu with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Republic with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Republic scores with a nice hook to the head.
Republic tries to throw a body punch but Kawiwasulu avoids it by throwing Republic back against the cage.
Republic misses with the head strike.
Republic misses with the head strike.
Republic with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #T2#
Republic prevents a body shot from Kawiwasulu.
Republic scores with a nice hook to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kawiwasulu throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Republic blocks it with crossed arms.
Republic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kawiwasulu backwards.
Republic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kawiwasulu backwards.
A short uppercut from Republic.
Kawiwasulu misses with a body punch.
Good body shot from Kawiwasulu.
Republic has a couple of punches blocked by Kawiwasulu.
Republic swings wildly with an uppercut but Kawiwasulu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Republic lands a hook that snaps the head of Kawiwasulu backwards.
Republic throws a punch but it's blocked by Kawiwasulu.
Republic misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Republic.
Kawiwasulu scores with a hook to the body.
Republic is breathing heavily.
Kawiwasulu lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kawiwasulu using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Republic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kawiwasulu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Republic backwards.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kawiwasulu. #T3#
Nice body punch from Kawiwasulu - that landed with a thud.
Kawiwasulu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short left from Kawiwasulu.
Kawiwasulu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kawiwasulu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Republic's elbow.
Kawiwasulu misses with some punches.
A right handed body shot lands from Kawiwasulu.
Kawiwasulu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Republic has a couple of punches blocked by Kawiwasulu.
Republic has thrown a lot of knees so far in this fight and we're lead to believe that's something he's been working on the gym prior to this fight.
Kawiwasulu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kawiwasulu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kawiwasulu with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Republic blocks a body shot from Kawiwasulu.
A short right from Republic. #BC2#
Republic breaks from the clinch.
Republic keeps the fight on the outside.
Republic throws out a counter right but Kawiwasulu avoids it with no problem.#CL#
Kawiwasulu takes the fight into the clinch.
Republic works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T4#
Kawiwasulu misses with a knee strike.
Kawiwasulu tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Republic avoids it.
Republic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kawiwasulu backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Republic misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Republic fails to land.
Kawiwasulu looking to stall.
Kawiwasulu stalls.
Republic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kawiwasulu backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Republic.
Republic throws a head punch that misses.
Kawiwasulu tries to throw a body punch but Republic avoids it by throwing Kawiwasulu back against the cage.
Kawiwasulu tries to throw a body punch but Republic avoids it by throwing Kawiwasulu back against the cage.
Kawiwasulu looking to stall.
Kawiwasulu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Banana Republic will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Kawiwasulu swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Kawiwasulu misses the shot to the body.
Kawiwasulu sets himself, and Republic steps forward looking for the clinch! Kawiwasulu avoids it this time.
Republic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kawiwasulu.
Kawiwasulu's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Kawiwasulu duly obliges.
Kawiwasulu lands with a right hand.
Kawiwasulu wants to clinch up but Republic keeps it at a distance.
Kawiwasulu tries to clinch up.
Kawiwasulu misses with a shot to the body
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kawiwasulu misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kawiwasulu throws a predictable looking body shot
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kawiwasulu jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Kawiwasulu has closed the distance and engaged Republic in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Republic. #T1#
A head punch on the inside from Republic fails to land.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Republic.
Kawiwasulu using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Republic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kawiwasulu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Republic's elbow.
Kawiwasulu tries to throw a body punch but Republic avoids it by throwing Kawiwasulu back against the cage.
Republic throws an elbow but it's blocked. #BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Republic 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.
Kawiwasulu misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Republic moves out of range as Kawiwasulu strikes.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kawiwasulu misses with a wild body shot.
Kawiwasulu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Banana Republic is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#CL#
Kawiwasulu rushes Republic and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Republic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kawiwasulu lands a body shot.
Republic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kawiwasulu blocking some punches. #T2#
Kawiwasulu misses with a body punch.
Kawiwasulu is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Republic is defending well for now.
Kawiwasulu missing with knees to the body.
Kawiwasulu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kawiwasulu tries a body shot but Republic blocks it.
Kawiwasulu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kawiwasulu misses with a punch on the inside.
Kawiwasulu missing with knees to the body.
Kawiwasulu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Republic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kawiwasulu backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kawiwasulu misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Kawiwasulu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kawiwasulu using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Republic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kawiwasulu tries a knee to the head but Republic blocks it.
Kawiwasulu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Republic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kawiwasulu can't find room to land a body shot as Republic controls the action.
Republic misses with a punch on the inside.
Kawiwasulu tries a body shot but Republic blocks it.
Republic prevents a body shot from Kawiwasulu.
Kawiwasulu with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #BC2#
Republic breaks from the clinch.
Kawiwasulu misses the jab.
Amaru Kawiwasulu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Kawiwasulu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kawiwasulu backing away here, and Republic unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kawiwasulu misses with a hook
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kawiwasulu throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kawiwasulu swings away with a body shot that misses
and Republic counters with a right hand to the body.
Kawiwasulu wants to clinch.
Republic appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
We've been told by Kawiwasulu's head coaches at Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kawiwasulu wants to clinch
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kawiwasulu fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kawiwasulu wants to clinch but Republic slips to the side
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kawiwasulu misses with a jab to the body
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Banana Republic.
I've got Republic winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 28:30
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Banana Republic!
A very excited looking Banana Republic rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: SMASH: Big Mouth vs River 2
Date: Apr 23, 2023

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Frewin misses with the body kick
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Frewin takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Crunch! Frewin slams his shin into Republic's torso.
Frewin looks to land a body kick but Republic moved away.
Republic replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Frewin blocks it well.
Frewin pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frewin is looking to land body kicks.
Frewin moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromRepublic.#CL2#
Frewin gets tackled into the cage by Republic. Republic maintains the clinch. #T1#
Frewin misses with a body punch.
Republic misses with some punches. #BC#
Frewin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Frewin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Republic throws out a counter right but Frewin avoids it with no problem.
Frewin throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Republic counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Frewin thinking.
Republic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Republic slips under a jab from Frewin.
Frewin swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Republic tries to clinch there but Frewin circles away.
Republic tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Frewin throws a jab when Republic was well out of range.
Frewin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Republic was well out of range. Poor timing from Frewin.#CL2#
Republic has Frewin up against the cage in a clinch.
Republic swings wildly with an uppercut but Frewin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Republic has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T3#
Republic working aggressively here.
Republic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Frewin tries to break free but Republic pushes him back against the cage.
Republic lands with a short shot to the head.
Frewin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Republic lands a right hand.
Republic misses with some punches. #BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Republic loads up on a big right hand but Frewin slips the punch.
Frewin throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Frewin misses with a wild body shot.
Republic tries a quick counter leg kick but Frewin is wise to it.#T4#
Frewin misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Republic moves in looking to clinch but Frewin pushes him off.
Frewin misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Frewin misses with a kick to the body.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Republic tries to clinch but Frewin is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Frewin misses with a hook to the body
and Republic counters with a nice body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Banana Republic dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Frewin lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Republic at a distance.
Frewin lands a nice shot to the body.
Frewin is looking to land body kicks.
Republic wants to clinch up but Frewin keeps it at a distance.
Frewin looks to throw a body kick
and Republic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frewin darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Frewin throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Republic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Frewin throws a lazy head kick
and Republic counters with a nice body shot.
Republic staying out of range there.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Frewin lands a nice looking kick to the body. Republic takes a step back to recover.
Frewin lands an overhand right.#T2#
Frewin connects with a body shot that sends Republic's belly button to the back.
Frewin misses with a hook to the body
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Butch Frewin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Frewin misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Republic avoids a kick to the body.
Republic avoids the head kick by Frewin. #T3#
Frewin missing with a left hand there. Republic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Frewin darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Frewin with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Frewin moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Butch Frewin is winning the standup battle so far.
Frewin throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T4##BC#
Frewin pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Frewin uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Republic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Despite the aggression on Republic's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Frewin scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Republic tries to clinch there but Frewin circles away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Frewin pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Butch Frewin dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Frewin lands with a good body shot.
Frewin tries to land a body kick
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Frewin scores with a body shot.
Frewin pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Republic feints a counter leg kick.
Butch Frewin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Frewin - that will leave a mark!
Republic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Frewin connects with a single shot there.#T1#
Frewin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Republic moves away.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Frewin lands with a good body shot.
Republic tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Frewin counters with a nice body kick.
Frewin scores with a jab to the jaw.#T2#
Frewin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Republic moves away.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Frewin takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Frewin with a body shot.
Frewin connects with a body shot.
Frewin goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Republic takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Frewin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Frewin throws a body kick that misses
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Republic avoids the head kick by Frewin.
Frewin is looking to land body kicks.
A jab from Frewin misses.
Republic throws a big counter head kick but Frewin avoids it with no problem.
Frewin swings for the body but Republic moves out of range.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Republic fails in his attempt to clinch.
Frewin is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T4#
Frewin throws a hook but Republic avoids it easily.
Frewin scores with a nice body kick.
Frewin looks to land a body kick but Republic moved away.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Frewin misses with a hook.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Frewin misses with a wild combination.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.

And that's the end of the fight!
Butch Frewin showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Frewin 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: SMASH: Kowalkiewicz vs Menezes
Date: Apr 02, 2023

#R1#
Ekwall throws a combination that misses
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Ekwall misses with a combination
and Ekwall takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ekwall throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ekwall falls off balance throwing a combination
and Republic counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Ekwall is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Ekwall just misses with a punch to the body.
Republic appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Republic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jab from Ekwall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Republic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ekwall throws out the jab.
Republic is looking to counter the offense by Ekwall and move into the clinch.
Republic moves out of range as Ekwall strikes.
Republic tries to counter by clinching up but Ekwall breaks away and moves out of range.
Ekwall misses with a straight left.
A counter left hand to the body from Republic misses its target.
A jab lands there for Republic.#T1#
Ekwall throws a shot from downtown. Republic moves away and avoids it.
Ekwall misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ekwall scores with a one two! Republic had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Ekwall lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Republic circles away quickly and effectively.
Republic was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ekwall throws a lazy right hand but Republic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ekwall throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ekwall thinking.
Ekwall misses with a right hand
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wes Ekwall seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ekwall throws a lazy body kick
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ekwall waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Republic.#CL#
Republic closes the distance and clinches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A hook to the body from Republic.
Republic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ekwall.
Ekwall looks winded!
A nice right hand lands inside from Republic.
Republic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Republic misses with some punches. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Republic.
Republic lands a hook that snaps the head of Ekwall backwards.
Ekwall blocks the elbow strike.
Republic lands a right hand.
Republic misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Republic breaks the clinch.
Ekwall misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Ekwall misses the jab.
A leg kick checked by Republic.
Republic fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ekwall just manages to avoid it.
Republic slips a jab from Ekwall.
Ekwall misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A little feinted left hand from Republic on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Republic moves away from the strike by Ekwall.
It looked like Republic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ekwall throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ekwall throws a hook but Republic avoids it easily.
A jab from Ekwall misses. #T3#
Ekwall misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Republic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ekwall throws a right hand that Republic ducks under and follows up with a left that Republic also avoids with ease.
Ekwall lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Republic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A counter left hand to the body from Republic misses its target.
Ekwall rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Republic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Republic throwing a counter right hand but Ekwall manages to avoid it.
Ekwall misses with a right hand
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Republic is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Ekwall misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a nice leg kick.
Ekwall throws a hook to the side of Republic's head but Republic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ekwall 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.
Ekwall throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ekwall rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL#
and Republic moves into the clinch.#BC#
Republic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ekwall misses with a right hand
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ekwall throws a head kick that misses
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Ekwall rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A slow jab from Ekwall misses its intended target.
Republic is looking to counter with a body kick.
Ekwall lands with an overhand left.
Ekwall misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Republic closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ekwall throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Ekwall swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A head kick by Ekwall misses
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ekwall misses with a straight right.
Republic is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ekwall misses with a hook #CL#
and Republic holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Republic misses with a body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Banana Republic dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Ekwall swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Ekwall throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Republic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Republic wants to clinch up but Ekwall keeps it at a distance.
Ekwall throws a jab when Republic was well out of range.
Republic throwing a counter right hand but Ekwall manages to avoid it.
Ekwall throws a right and a left that Republic avoids nicely. #CL#
Republic clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Ekwall's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ekwall misses with a low kick.
It looked like Republic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Republic tries to clinch up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekwall misses with a shot to the body
and Republic counters with a thumping low kick.
Ekwall misses with the combination.
Republic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ekwall swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Republic counters with a nice body kick.
Ekwall is breathing heavily.#T1#
Republic moves away from the strike by Ekwall.
Republic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Republic throwing a counter right hand but Ekwall manages to avoid it.
Ekwall throws a combination that misses
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Ekwall throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Wes Ekwall is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Republic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ekwall misses with a left hand
and Ekwall takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ekwall throws a head kick that misses
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Republic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ekwall throws out the jab.
Republic seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Ekwall misses with a series of wild punches.
Ekwall throws a looping overhand right but Republic ducks down to avoid it.
Republic is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Ekwall.#T2#
Ekwall falls off balance throwing a combination
and Republic counters with a left to the body.
Ekwall has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ekwall misses with a hook
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A shot to the body from Ekwall misses
and Republic counters with a left to the body. #CL#
Republic has managed to clinch.
Ekwall working aggressively here.
Republic pushes Ekwall back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#CUT#It looks like Wes Ekwall has been cut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Republic.
Republic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Republic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ekwall misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Republic breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Republic closes the distance and pushes Ekwall back into the cage.
Republic lands a nice uppercut.#BC#
Republic breaks the clinch.
Ekwall misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3##CL#
Republic clinches.
Republic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ekwall can do to turn this around?
Republic working some nice short punches in the clinch.#ROC#Ekwall is rocked!
Republic dips a shoulder and cracks Ekwall with a mighty uppercut! Ekwall falls back against the cage and Republic unloads with a barrage of strikes! Ekwall is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Republic screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Banana Republic!
A less than humble Banana Republic misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
The defeated Wes Ekwall had this to say: 'I will tell you. I have been hit harder by hooker's thighs. He has heart and is most likely using roids. No other way he can beat me. '.

Event: SMASH: Nascimento vs Donovan
Date: Mar 11, 2023

#R1#
Steel cracks a nice hook into Republic's ribs.#CL#
Republic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Steel misses with a punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Steel.
Republic lands with a left to the head.
Steel tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Republic smiles and moves away.
Steel throws a body shot but no joy.
Steel tried to score with a low kick but Republic checks it.
Steel lands a really nice looking cross but Republic seems unphased.
Steel ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Steel just misses with a punch to the body.
Republic drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CUT2#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.#CL#
Republic clinches with his opponent.
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!
Republic working aggressively here.
Our sources have told us that Republic has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Steel lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Republic.
Steel swings wildly with an uppercut but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Republic lands a nice uppercut.
Steel's coach down at Punch Out Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Steel's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#T1#
Steel struggles to land a body shot inside as Republic controls his hands.
Republic is working Steel over against the cage.
Republic lands with a short shot to the head.
Steel lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Republic backwards.
Steel working aggressively here.
Steel lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Steel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Steel misses with a hook from the clinch.
Republic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Steel backwards.
Steel tries to work over Republic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Republic throws a punch but it's blocked by Steel.
Republic works on Steel's body with a couple of short punches.
Steel looks winded!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Republic. #BC#
Republic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Republic tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Steel manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Steel throws a body punch but Republic moves out of range.
Republic is looking to counter punch.
Steel is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Republic rather than just go for the knockout.
Steel throws a right hand that misses
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Steel misses with a wild body shot.
Republic thinks about countering with a head kick.#T2#
Steel misses with a body punch
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Republic takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Steel misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with an inside leg kick.
Steel throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Steel swings away with a body shot that misses
and Steel takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Steel pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Steel misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Steel misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Steel swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Steel throws a looping overhand right but Republic ducks down to avoid it.
A shot to the body from Steel misses
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Steel throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Republic was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Steel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Republic. #T3#
Republic staying out of range there.
Steel throws a body shot but no joy.
Steel throws a hook to the side of Republic's head but Republic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Republic throwing a counter right hand but Steel manages to avoid it.
Steel throws a body kick that misses.
Republic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Steel throws a leg kick that is checked
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Republic moves in looking to clinch but Steel pushes him off.
Steel pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Republic appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Steel throws a head kick but Republic moves out of range.
Republic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Republic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Steel.
Republic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Republic takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Steel misses with a wild body shot.
Republic is looking to counter punch.
Steel throws a lazy body kick
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Steel missing with a left hand there. Republic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Steel misses with a leg kick.
A quick step to the side and Republic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Republic moves away from the strike by Steel.
Republic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Steel throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Steel tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Republic was well out of range. Poor timing from Steel.
Steel throws an off balance right hand
and Steel takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
Republic gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC#
Republic breaks from the clinch.
The fighters circle momentarily. Steel darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Steel.
Steel throws a head kick that misses
and Steel takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Steel misses with a kick to the body
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Steel throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Steel swats away the attempt to clinch by Republic.
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 Banana Republic will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic'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#
Republic avoids the body shot from Steel.
Republic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Republic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Steel.
Jerome Steel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Republic 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.
Steel looks to land a body kick but Republic moved away.
Steel throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Republic takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CL#
Republic forces Steel back against the cage and clinches.
Steel's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Steel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Steel struggles to land a body shot inside as Republic controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steel lands with a left to the head.
Steel lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short left from Republic. #BC#
Republic breaks from the clinch.
Steel lands with a shot to the body.
Republic is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
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!
Steel misses with a head kick. #T1#
Steel throws a jab when Republic was well out of range.
Republic tries to clinch but Steel is having none of it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Steel. Republic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Republic was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Steel swings widly with a right hand
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Steel throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Steel swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Steel tries to land a front kick but Republic steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Steel tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Steel misses the shot to the body.
Steel tries a low kick but Republic avoids it.
A counter left hand to the body from Republic misses its target.
Jerome Steel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Republic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Steel moves away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Republic checks a leg kick.
Steel misses with a leg kick
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Republic avoids the head kick by Steel.
Steel throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a leg kick.
Republic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Steel throws a head kick that misses.
Steel is breathing heavily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slow jab from Steel misses its intended target.
It looked like Republic was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Steel.
Steel looks to land a right hand but Republic moved out of range.
Republic lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Steel throws a head kick that misses.
Steel throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Republic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Steel now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Steel throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL#
Republic closes the distance and clinches.
A short left from Republic.
Steel blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
Republic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Steel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Republic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Republic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Republic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Steels head.
Republic prevents a body shot from Steel.
Republic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Republic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Steel jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Republic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Steel misses with a hook to the body
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Steel throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Republic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Steel thows a leg kick but Republic checks it
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Steel misses the body punch
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Steel has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Steel throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Republic wants to clinch up but Steel keeps it at a distance.
Steel misses with a hook
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Steel swings for the body but Republic moves out of range.
Steel looks to throw the jab but Republic is out of range.
Steel throws a sloppy body shot #CL#
and Republic counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Republic blocking some punches.
Steel blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Republic.
Republic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Republic breaks the clinch.
Steel rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a right hand to the body.
Steel thuds his right hand into Republic's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Republic tries to clinch but Steel is having none of it. #CL#
Republic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A head punch on the inside from Steel fails to land.
Republic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Still in the clinch, Republic scores with a nice short uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Banana Republic dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Steel throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Republic is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Steel swings away with a body shot that misses
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Steel paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Steel misses with a hook to the body
and Republic finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Steel throws a head kick but Republic moves out of range.
Steel swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Republic counters with a left and a right that stings Steel.
Steel throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Republic throwing a counter right hand but Steel manages to avoid it.
Steel misses with a hook to the body
and Republic counters with a nice body kick.
Steel misses with a shot to the body
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Steel throws a leg kick
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Steel takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Steel misses with a body shot
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Republic closes the distance and clinches.
Republic has a couple of punches blocked by Steel. #T1#
Republic lands with a light punch inside.
Steel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Republic digs a right hand underneath Steel's ribcage. Steel let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Republic lands with a left to the head.
Steel jumps guard but Republic turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A nice right hand lands inside from Republic.
Republic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Steel backwards.
Republic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Republic lands a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Jerome Steel has been cut.
Republic scores with a nice hook to the head.
Republic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #ROC#Steel is rocked!#KD#
Republic drops Steel onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Steel is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Steel is still on wobbly legs! Can Republic finish him?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Republic is muscling Steel up against the cage and as Steel bounces back off, Republic cracks him with a huge right hand! Steel crumples to the mat - he's out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Banana Republic!
A very excited looking Banana Republic rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: SMASH: Reedtz vs Killer
Date: Feb 12, 2023

#R1##CL#
Maui clinches with his opponent.
Maui displaying some good clinch control by pressing Republic up against the cage.
A short right from Maui.
Republic lands a body shot.
Republic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Maui backwards.
Republic throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Republic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Maui takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT2#It looks like Raykuza Maui has been cut.
Maui tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Republic is leaning against Maui and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Maui is breathing heavily.
Maui throws a punch but it's blocked by Republic.
Republic scores with a shot to the side of Maui's head.
Maui misses with a body punch.
Republic lands a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Republic.
Republic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Republic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Republic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Republic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Maui backwards.
Republic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Maui.
Maui blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Republic on the inside. #T1#
Maui misses with a short punch on the inside.
Republic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Republic throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Maui misses with some punches. #BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Republic moves into range and clinches up with Maui.
Maui blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Maui throws a head punch that misses.
Republic lands an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Republic.
Republic misses with some punches.
Maui lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Republic breaks from the clinch.
Maui tries to clinch there but Republic circles away.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Maui tries to close the distance and clinch but Republic swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Republic pushes Maui up against the cage in a clinch.#T2#
Maui working aggressively here.
Republic scores with a shot to the side of Maui's head.
Republic misses with a hook from the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Maui's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Republic throws an elbow that misses.
Maui blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Maui.
Republic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Republic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Maui or not.
Republic misses with the head strike.
Republic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Republic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Maui is working Republic over against the cage.
Republic misses with a punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Maui.
Republic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Maui scores with a shot to the side of Republic's head.
Maui working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Republic - that landed with a thud. #T3#
Maui lands an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Republic.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Maui.
Maui struggles to land a body shot inside as Republic controls his hands.
Maui wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Republic has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Republic rushes Maui and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Republic breaks from the clinch.
Maui fails in his attempt to clinch.
Raykuza Maui seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maui wants to clinch up but Republic keeps it at a distance.
Republic keeps the fight on the outside.
Republic tries to counter with a clinch but Maui shakes him off and moves away.
Maui shoots for a double leg takedown but Republic sprawls well. He's pushed Maui's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Republic was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T4#
Maui is looking to clinch but Republic is avoiding it.
Maui wants to clinch up but Republic keeps it at a distance.
Republic thinks about the counter body kick.
Maui is looking to clinch.
Republic wants to counter with a clinch but Maui pushes him away.
Maui doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Republic circles away from the clinch attempt
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Banana Republic dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Raykuza Maui's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Maui misses with a low kick.#CL2#
Republic instigates a clinch.
Maui lands an uppercut.
Maui misses with a hook from the clinch.
Republic keeps control of Maui as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC2#
Republic breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Maui clinches with his opponent.
Republic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Republic misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Republic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Republic looking to throw knees to the head but Maui is blocking nicely.
Republic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Republic throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Republic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Republic lands with a right to the head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Republic misses with the head strike.
Maui goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Republic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1##BC2#
Republic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Maui tries to clinch but Republic moves out of range.
Maui on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Republic. Republic obviously looking to wear him down. #CL#
Maui closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Republic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Republic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Republic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Maui blocks the elbow strike.
Republic lands an uppercut.
Republic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Maui backwards. #BC2#
Republic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Maui tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Republic paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Republic wants to counter the offense by Maui and move into the clinch position.
Maui tries to clinch up.
Republic only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T2#
Maui looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CL2#
Republic clinches up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Maui blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Republic.
A short right from Republic.
A head punch on the inside from Maui fails to land.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Republic.
Maui takes an elbow to the temple.
Maui tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Maui swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Republic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Republic with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Republic tries to throw a body punch but Maui avoids it by throwing Republic back against the cage.
Republic misses with some punches.
Clinched against the cage, Republic lands a big elbow that drops Maui! The ref dives in to save him from more shots - Maui is complaining that he's OK but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Banana Republic!
Banana Republic bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
In defeat, Raykuza Maui stepped up to the mic, saying 'There's a reason this guy is a legend, shit like that. There's no shame in losing to that guy. I had fun, i'm sure he did too and so did the fans. I love y'all. I'll be back.'.

Event: WVT 60: Machado v Edwards 2
Date: Jan 06, 2023

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Republic is looking to clinch.
Neves is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#CL2#
Republic darts in and clinches Neves up against the cage.
Republic misses with a punch on the inside.
Neves tries for a takedown but Republic manages to get underhooks.
Neves lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Republic.
Neves drops down looking for an ankle pick but Republic pulls his leg out and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Republic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T1#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Neves takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Republic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Republic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Republic landing knees to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Bruno Neves has been cut.
Neves lands a right hand.
Neves takes a shot to the head.
Republic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Republic lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Republic breaks from the clinch.
A shot to the liver by Republic. Beautiful body shot.#T2##CL2#
Republic fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Neves, pushing him back against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Republic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Republic scores with a nice hook to the head.#CUT2#Bruno Neves's cut is getting worse.
Neves is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Republic is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruno Neves. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Neves misses with a punch on the inside.
Republic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Republic swings wildly with an uppercut but Neves uses good head movement to avoid it.
Neves is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Republic pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Neves wants a takedown but no success here.
Republic scores with a shoulder strike.
Neves has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Republic is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Republic lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T3#
Republic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short left from Republic.
A right handed body shot lands from Republic.
Neves is breathing heavily.
Republic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #CUT2#Bruno Neves's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Republic lands a body shot in the clinch.
Republic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Republic scores with a shot to the side of Neves's head. #ROC2#Neves is rocked!#BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Republic moves into the clinch successfully.
Neves blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Republic.
Republic misses with some punches.
Republic scores with an uppercut up the middle.#CUT2#Jeez, Bruno Neves's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
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!
Republic takes a shot to the head.
Republic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Neves backwards. #T4#
Republic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Banana Republic!
Banana Republic decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: WVT 55: McDonald v Veainu
Date: Dec 16, 2022

#R1#
Republic avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#CL2#
Republic darts in and clinches Oliva up against the cage.
Oliva jumps guard but Republic turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Republic with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Republic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Oliva blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Republic misses with an elbow strike.
Republic doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Republic manages to break the clinch.
Republic moves out of range of the body kick.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Oliva misses with a leg kick.
Oliva throws a low kick, looking for Republic's leg but Republic calmly moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliva tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Republic looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Oliva misses with a low kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by Oliva!
Oliva 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.
Oliva bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#T1#
Oliva looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Republic shapes to counter with a head kick.
Oliva throws a leg kick
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand. #TD#
Republic gets caught flat footed, as Oliva shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Republic keeping moving, preventing Oliva from controlling successfully.
Oliva pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Republic is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oliva stays in close to Republic's body and controls the position.
Oliva looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Oliva sitting in guard here, content to control.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Oliva has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Oliva closes the distance and pushes Republic back into the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Oliva. #T3#
Oliva has a couple of punches blocked by Republic.
Republic misses with a body punch.
Oliva tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Republic's elbow.
Republic is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Republic swings wildly with an uppercut but Oliva uses good head movement to avoid it.
Republic lands a right hand.
A body shot lands from Oliva.
Republic looks winded!
Oliva struggles to land a body shot inside as Republic controls his hands.
Republic swings wildly with an uppercut but Oliva uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oliva misses with a hook from the clinch.
Oliva is working Republic over against the cage.
Oliva fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Biscuit Oliva. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oliva works on Republic's body with a couple of short punches.
Oliva tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Republic's elbow.
Oliva lands a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Oliva scores with a nice short uppercut.
Oliva lands a body punch in the clinch.
Oliva lands a right hand that snaps the head of Republic backwards.
Oliva working aggressively here.
Oliva tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Oliva is working for takedown but Republic is calmly controlling the position for now.
Republic prevents a body shot from Oliva.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Oliva.
Still in the clinch, Oliva scores with a nice short uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oliva scores with a nice hook to the head.
Republic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Oliva misses with the head strike.
Republic misses with some punches.
Oliva lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Republic backwards.
Oliva throws a head punch that misses.
Republic working aggressively here. #TD#
Oliva has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Republic regains guard immediately.
Oliva pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Republic is keeping the position for now.
Oliva not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Oliva content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Biscuit Oliva dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Republic takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Oliva throws a leg kick but Republic sees it coming and moves out of range.
Oliva tries to land a leg kick but Republic saw it coming and moves away.
Republic throws out a counter right but Oliva avoids it with no problem.
Oliva swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A low kick from Oliva misses
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Republic on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A low kick from Oliva is predictable there
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
A thudding body kick lands there by Oliva!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliva misses with a low kick.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Republic blocks a leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Oliva will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Republic throws out a counter right but Oliva avoids it with no problem.
Oliva throws a low kick but it's checked well by Republic.#T1#
Oliva throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Oliva throws a solid leg kick but Republic takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Oliva.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Oliva throws a leg kick
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Biscuit Oliva is winning the standup battle so far.
Oliva moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Oliva fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Republic checks it well.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Good leg kick by Oliva.
Oliva with a poor takedown
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Oliva finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Oliva throws a leg kick that is checked
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oliva throws a leg kick that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Oliva throws a chopping leg kick but Republic manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Oliva is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Republic can do to turn this around?#T2#
Oliva looks to land a body kick but Republic moved away.
Oliva wants to land a leg kick but Republic is out of range.
Oliva tries to land a leg kick but Republic saw it coming and moves away.
Oliva throws a leg kick
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oliva misses with a low kick as Republic jumps back.
Oliva throws a leg kick but Republic sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Republic shapes to counter with a head kick.
Oliva fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Oliva throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Republic checks the leg kick nicely there.
Republic tries to counter by closing the distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oliva is looking to score with low kicks.
That kick from Oliva tenderised Republic's leg. Republic is trying to keep his angry face on.
Republic steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Oliva. That one must have hurt.#T3#
Oliva fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Republic is out of range.
Republic is trying to counter with his kicks.
A leg kick checked by Republic.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Oliva shoots in for a takedown but Republic shows good takedown defense.
Republic shapes to counter with a head kick.
Republic wants to clinch.
Biscuit Oliva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oliva tries to score a power double leg takedown but Republic sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Oliva somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Biscuit Oliva. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oliva throws a leg kick that misses.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Republic takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T4#
Republic fails in his attempt to clinch.
Oliva throws a body kick that misses
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Oliva throws a low kick but it's checked well by Republic.
Oliva is looking to score with low kicks.
Oliva sets himself, and Republic steps forward looking for the clinch! Oliva avoids it this time.
A lazy body kick from Oliva
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A low kick from Oliva is predictable there
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Oliva tries a low kick but Republic avoids it.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Oliva throws a leg kick
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Oliva swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Oliva finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Oliva throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Biscuit Oliva dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Oliva pivots, looking for a leg kick but Republic is out of range and Oliva settles back down. #TD#
Oliva drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Oliva trying to control the action but Republic is working from the bottom.
Republic takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Oliva is looking to take a break and control but Republic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Oliva is really struggling to control Republic but he's trying to hold on to the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliva is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T1#
Check out the look on Oliva's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Oliva wants to control but Republic is keeping him busy.
Biscuit Oliva overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Banana Republic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Republic regains half guard, as Oliva was trying to land strikes. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Oliva thows a huge punch but Republic dodges it nicely.
Oliva passes the guard and advances to mount!
Republic has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Oliva's lack of action.
Oliva controlling the pace.
Oliva wants to take a breather but Republic is having none of it. #T3#
Oliva wants to free his trapped foot but Republic is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Oliva not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Still in half guard, Oliva seems content to control.
Republic felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Republic won't allow Oliva to pass to mount.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Republic is staying active underneath Oliva, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A nice inside leg kick there by Oliva. That's going to slow Republic down.
A nice leg kick from Oliva, right into the meat of the thigh.
The fight stays on the outside here - Republic looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Oliva misses with a kick to the body #CL2#
and Republic counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Oliva misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Oliva gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.

Republic makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Oliva 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 Republic has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Republic and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Republic defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Oliva.

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

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

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

Event: WVT 49: Ihantala v Svyatogor
Date: Nov 25, 2022

#R1#
Republic slips under a jab from Biscuit.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Biscuit lands a nice leg kick that just misses Republic's sensitive parts.
Biscuit swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Biscuit shoots in and drives through. Republic sprawls well.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Biscuit will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Republic slips a straight right by Biscuit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Biscuit misses the jab.
Biscuit misses with a jab to the body
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#It looks like Schmorgen Biscuit has been cut.
Biscuit misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Biscuit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Republic.
Biscuit rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Republic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Biscuit tests Republic's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Biscuit looks to land a right hand but Republic moved out of range.
Biscuit ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Republic displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Biscuit.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Schmorgen Biscuit. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Biscuit scores with a decent looking hook.#T2#
Biscuit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Republic moves away.
Republic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Republic ducks right into an uppercut from Biscuit.
Biscuit looks to land a left hand but Republic moved out of range nicely.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Biscuit misses with a double jab.
Biscuit ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Schmorgen Biscuit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Biscuit fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Biscuit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Republic moves away.
Republic raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#T3#
Biscuit swings for the body but Republic moves out of range.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Biscuit tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Biscuit is looking to wear down Republic with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Biscuit shoots in for a takedown but Republic shows good takedown defense.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Biscuit. Republic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Republic avoids the body shot from Biscuit. #CL2#
Republic has taken the fight to the clinch.
Republic working aggressively here.
Republic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Republic throws a head punch that misses.
Republic misses with some punches.
Biscuit working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Republic fails to land. #T4#
A hook to the body from Biscuit.
Republic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Biscuit.
Biscuit is breathing heavily.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Biscuit.
A short left from Republic. #BC2#
Republic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Biscuit keeps the fight on the outside.
Biscuit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Biscuit misses with a body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Biscuit is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Biscuit misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Biscuit darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Biscuit connects with a good right hand that stumbles Republic. Republic circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A slow jab from Biscuit misses its intended target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Schmorgen Biscuit dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Schmorgen Biscuit's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
A cross from Biscuit lands.
Biscuit throws a jab but it's blocked by Republic.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A swing and a miss from Biscuit.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Biscuit closes this distance looking for a takedown but Republic circles away.
Biscuit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Republic can do to turn this around?
Republic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Biscuit scores with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Biscuit misses the target. #CL2#
Republic clinches with his opponent. #T1#
Biscuit using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Republic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Biscuit trying to land knees to the body.
Republic lands with a left to the head.
Republic misses with a punch on the inside.
Biscuit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Biscuit takes a shot to the head.
Biscuit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Biscuit misses with a short punch on the inside.
Biscuit tries to land knees in the clinch but Republic avoids the damage to the body.
Biscuit on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Biscuit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Republic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Republic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Biscuit is trying to pull guard but Republic turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Biscuit working aggressively here. #BC2#
Republic breaks from the clinch.
Biscuit looks to land a right hand but Republic moved out of range.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A slow jab from Biscuit misses its intended target.
Republic throws out a counter right but Biscuit avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Biscuit swings for the body but Republic moves out of range.
Biscuit thows a left - swing and a miss!
Republic tries to counter with a clinch but Biscuit shakes him off and moves away.#CL2#
Republic moves into range and clinches up with Biscuit.
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!
Republic blocks a body shot from Biscuit. #BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Biscuit. Republic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Schmorgen Biscuit is winning the standup battle so far.
A slow jab from Biscuit misses its intended target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Biscuit shoots in looking for a takedown. Republic tries to sprawl out of it but Biscuit keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Republic manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Schmorgen Biscuit. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Biscuit lands with a right hand.
Biscuit pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Republic flicks out a counter leg kick but Biscuit steps away.
Biscuit throws a sloppy body shot
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Biscuit scores with a jab to the head.
Republic 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.
Biscuit misses the shot to the body.
Republic avoids the body shot from Biscuit.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T4##CL#
Biscuit moves into the clinch successfully.
Biscuit takes a shot to the head.
Biscuit's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Republic working aggressively here.
Republic pushes Biscuit back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Republic lands a body shot in the clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Republic scores with a nice hook to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Republic lands a hook that snaps the head of Biscuit backwards.
Republic throws a head punch that misses.
Republic misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Republic.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Republic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Republic misses with a body punch.
Republic scores with a shoulder strike.
Republic has a couple of punches blocked by Biscuit.
Republic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Republic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Republic lands with a light punch inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Banana Republic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Schmorgen Biscuit's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##CL2#
Republic clinches.
Republic throws a punch but it's blocked by Biscuit.
Biscuit gets through Republic's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Republic lands a nice uppercut.
Republic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC#
Biscuit pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Republic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Biscuit.
Republic counters with a body kick.
Biscuit doesn't manage to clinch there - Republic circles away.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Biscuit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Republic was well out of range. Poor timing from Biscuit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Biscuit throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Biscuit throws a looping overhand right but Republic ducks down to avoid it.
Biscuit throws a lazy right hand but Republic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Biscuit with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Biscuit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Republic manages to avoid it.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Biscuit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Republic was well out of range. Poor timing from Biscuit.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice body punch from Biscuit.
Republic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Republic takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Biscuit throws an overhand right that lands on Republic's shoulder, as Republic tries to avoid the shot.
Republic raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Biscuit connects with a single shot there.#T2#
Republic slips under a jab from Biscuit.
Biscuit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Biscuit lands with a nice body punch.
Biscuit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Republic.
Biscuit takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
Biscuit throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Biscuit thinking.
Biscuit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Republic manages to avoid it.
Republic throws out a counter right but Biscuit avoids it with no problem.
Biscuit misses with a body shot
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#Schmorgen Biscuit's cut is getting worse.#T3#
Good exchange - Biscuit coming out on top.#CL2#
Republic closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch.
A shot to the body from Biscuit misses
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Biscuit throws a body shot but no joy.
Republic checks a low kick from Biscuit.
The crowd cheers as Biscuit lands an impressive looking overhand right. Republic doesn't seem phased though.
Biscuit misses with a hook to the body
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Biscuit shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Republic pinned against the cage. Republic gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Biscuit misses with a wild body shot.
Biscuit misses with a takedown attempt
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Biscuit throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice straight punches there by Biscuit. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Biscuit.
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!
Biscuit takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
Biscuit misses with a combination
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Schmorgen Biscuit.
I think Biscuit 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Banana Republic!
Banana Republic decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 198
Date: Oct 26, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Republic gets a double leg takedown into Beardsley's guard.
Republic told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#SU2#
Republic stands and steps away. Beardsley gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Beardsley moves to clinch but Republic breaks away
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Beardsley misses with a leg kick
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Beardsley waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Republic.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Beardsley.
Beardsley throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Republic throws a fast counter high kick but Beardsley manages to duck under it in time.
Beardsley lands with a nice body kick.
Beardsley looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Beardsley throws a hook but Republic avoids it easily.
Beardsley throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Beardsley with a body shot.#T1#
Beardsley throws a lazy head kick
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Republic clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Beardsley breaks the clinch.
A head kick misses from Beardsley.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL#
Beardsley closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Beardsley lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Republic backwards.
Beardsley misses with a short punch on the inside.
Republic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Beardsley tries a body shot but Republic blocks it. #BC#
Beardsley's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Beardsley throws a leg kick but Republic moved away.
Republic throws out a counter right but Beardsley avoids it with no problem.
Beardsley throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL2#
Republic closes the distance and pushes Beardsley back into the cage.#T2#
Republic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Republic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Beardsley's elbow.
Republic throws a head punch that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Beardsley.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Beardsley blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Beardsley blocking some punches.
Beardsley lands an uppercut.
Beardsley blocking some punches.
Republic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Beardsley lands a shoulder strike.
Beardsley takes a shot to the head.
Beardsley tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Republic's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Republic fails to land.
Beardsley lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Republic backwards.
Beardsley blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Beardsley has a couple of punches blocked by Republic.
Republic misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Beardsley.
Beardsley blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Beardsley breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Beardsley attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T3#
Beardsley misses with a body punch
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Republic checks the leg kick nicely there.
Beardsley throws a leg kick but Republic checks it.
Beardsley tries a head kick but it misses.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Republic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Beardsley fails in his attempt to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Republic has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Republic there as he acknowledges the shot.
Beardsley tries to work over Republic's front leg with a kick but Republic checks it.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Beardsley misses with a combination
and Republic counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T4#
Good exchange - Beardsley coming out on top.
Beardsley tries to close the distance and clinch but Republic swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Beardsley pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#CL#
Beardsley fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Republic, pushing him back against the cage.
Beardsley struggles to land a body shot inside as Republic controls his hands.
Beardsley blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Republic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Beardsley throws a head kick that misses
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Beardsley connects with a high kick.
Nice jab there from Beardsley.
Beardsley lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Republic circles away quickly and effectively.
Beardsley lands a two punch combo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Peter Beardsley dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Beardsley throws a sloppy head kick
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Beardsley throws a sloppy head kick
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Beardsley misses with a hook. Republic ducked under it nicely.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Beardsley misses with a straight right.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The fighters circle momentarily. Beardsley darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A head kick by Beardsley misses
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Beardsley looks to throw the jab but Republic is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beardsley tries to bum rush Republic with a series of wild strikes but Republic uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Beardsley throws a leg kick but Republic sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Beardsley throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Beardsley closes the distance but Republic moves to the side
and Republic counters with a head kick. That will keep Beardsley thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Beardsley uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Beardsley attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Good work by Republic as he checks the leg kick.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Beardsley wants to slow Republic down by chopping away at his legs.
Beardsley misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Peter Beardsley is winning the standup battle so far.
Beardsley thows a leg kick but Republic checks it
and Republic makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Beardsley misses with a kick to the body.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Beardsley throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. #T2#
Republic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Beardsley.
Beardsley scores with a nice strike.
Beardsley tries to clinch up
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Beardsley throws a sloppy head kick
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A lazy body kick from Beardsley
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Beardsley. Republic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Republic wants to clinch
and Beardsley connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Republic swats away the attempt to clinch by Beardsley.
Beardsley throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Beardsley takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
Republic throws a counter combo.
Beardsley connects with a single shot there.
A low kick from Beardsley is predictable there
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Beardsley throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Beardsley throws a leg kick
and Republic counters with a body kick that stops Beardsley in his tracks momentarily.
Beardsley moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Peter Beardsley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Beardsley uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T4##CL#
Beardsley has taken the fight to the clinch.
Beardsley tries to work over Republic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Beardsley has a couple of punches blocked by Republic.
I was talking to Beardsley's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC2#
Republic breaks from the clinch.
Republic moves out of range of the body kick.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Beardsley throws out a loose jab but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it.
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!
Beardsley throws a leg kick that is checked
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Beardsley swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Republic throws out a counter right but Beardsley avoids it with no problem.
Republic blocks a head kick by Beardsley.
Beardsley misses with a leg kick
and Beardsley takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Beardsley moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
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 Peter Beardsley will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic's cut.
That's time! Beardsley's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Republic blocks a low kick nicely.
Beardsley throws a right hand that misses
and Beardsley takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
Beardsley closes the distance and clinches.
Republic working some nice short punches in the clinch.#CUT2#It looks like Peter Beardsley has been cut.
Republic blocks an uppercut.
Republic throws a head punch that misses.
Republic blocks an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Beardsley.
Beardsley scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Republic.
A head punch on the inside from Republic fails to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Republic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Republic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Beardsley swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Beardsley with a body shot.
Republic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Beardsley throws out the jab.
Republic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Beardsley.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.#T1#
Republic defending well as Beardsley loads up on a big left hand.
Beardsley misses with an uppercut
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Beardsley takes the fight into the clinch.
Beardsley blocking some punches.
Beardsley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Republic.
Republic misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Republic.
Banana Republic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A right hand to the body from Beardsley.
Beardsley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nice body punch from Beardsley - that landed with a thud.
Republic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Beardsley lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Beardsley.
A nice left hand lands by Beardsley.
Beardsley lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T2#
Beardsley lands with a left to the head.
Peter Beardsley has scored more points in the clinch so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beardsley lands with a short shot to the head.
Beardsley lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Beardsley blocking some punches.
Republic throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Beardsley blocks it with crossed arms.
Beardsley lands an uppercut.
Beardsley scores with a shot to the side of Republic's head.
Beardsley lands with a right to the head.
A short left from Beardsley.
Beardsley struggles to land a body shot inside as Republic controls his hands.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Beardsley.
Beardsley misses with a hook from the clinch.
Beardsley lands a left hand.
Beardsley lands a nice shot to the body.
Beardsley lands an uppercut.
Beardsley scores with a hook to the body.#BC#
Beardsley breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Beardsley lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Beardsley scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#KD#
Beardsley drops Republic with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Republic looks back up at him and smiles so Beardsley waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Republic is rocked!
Beardsley misses with a low kick.
Republic wants to counter the offense by Beardsley and move into the clinch position.
Republic is still on wobbly legs! Can Beardsley finish him?
Republic tries to clinch there but Beardsley circles away.
Republic seems to have recovered his senses.#CL#
Beardsley darts in and clinches Republic up against the cage.
Beardsley throws a head punch that misses.
A shot in the inside from Beardsley.
Republic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Beardsley misses with some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Beardsley lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Beardsley softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Beardsley lands with a light punch inside.
Republic tries to break the clinch but Beardsley is controlling the position.
Republic fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Republic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Beardsley connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Republic's hands.
Peter Beardsley is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Beardsley connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Republic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Beardsley.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Beardsley throws a looping overhand right but Republic ducks down to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Beardsley pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Republic counters with a body kick.
Republic moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Beardsley tries to clinch but Republic is having none of it.
Republic is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Beardsley lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Republic avoids the clinch attempt nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Peter Beardsley showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Beardsley, 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Peter Beardsley!
Peter Beardsley decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 187
Date: Sep 26, 2022

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Republic defending well as Slugger loads up on a big left hand.
Republic throws out a counter right but Slugger avoids it with no problem.
Republic 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.
Republic wants to clinch up but Slugger keeps it at a distance.
An attempted straight right counter from Slugger misses the target.
Slugger scores with a kick to the midsection.
Slugger throws a sloppy head kick
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Slugger fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Republic is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Republic blocks a jab.#T1#
Slugger misses with a straight right.
Slugger rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Republic tries to clinch up.
Slugger swings away with a body shot that misses
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Slugger comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Republic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Slugger. #T2#
A big right from Slugger misses.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Slugger lands with a hook. Republic tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Slugger looks to score with a jab to the body but Republic is just out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Slugger scores with a nice strike.
Republic checks a low kick from Slugger.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Slugger with a jab.
Slugger wants to land a leg kick but Republic is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
Slugger lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Slugger throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Republic slips under a jab.
Republic takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
The fighters circling - Slugger throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Slugger avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Slugger misses the target.#T4#
Slugger misses with a hook. Republic ducked under it nicely.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Slugger pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#CL2#
Republic has taken the fight to the clinch.
Republic misses with the head strike.
Slugger is looking to break free of the clinch but Republic has double underhooks.
Republic lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Slugger's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A lazy body kick from Slugger
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Slugger misses with a hook.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lou Slugger dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic'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#
Slugger misses with a shot to the body
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Slugger tests Republic's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A thudding body kick lands there by Slugger!
Republic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Slugger.
Republic steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Slugger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Slugger throws the left hand but Republic avoids the punch easily.
Republic throws out a counter right but Slugger avoids it with no problem.
Slugger throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lou Slugger is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Republic fails with a takedown attempt.
Republic wants to clinch up but Slugger keeps it at a distance.
Nice defenses there by Republic.
Slugger throws a poor cross that misses
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Slugger throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Republic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
Republic gets a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Slugger. #BC#
Slugger manages to break the clinch.
Slugger throws a jab but it's blocked by Republic.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Slugger digs a good body shot into Republic's ribs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Slugger. Republic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Slugger misses with a straight right. #T3#
Republic slips a jab from Slugger.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Slugger moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Slugger misses with a shot to the body
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Slugger misses with a hook. Republic ducked under it nicely.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Slugger throws a lazy body kick
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Slugger lands a high kick! #T4#
Slugger lands a nice leg kick that just misses Republic's sensitive parts.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Slugger.
Slugger ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Republic moves away.
Republic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Slugger.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Slugger attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Slugger missing with a left hand there. Republic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lou Slugger dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##CL2#
Republic clinches up against the cage.
Slugger blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Republic manages to break the clinch.
Republic slips a jab from Slugger.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Slugger misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Slugger tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Slugger misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Republic.
Republic throws out a counter right but Slugger avoids it with no problem.
Republic is looking to clinch. #T1#
Republic fails in his attempt to clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Slugger misses the target.
Slugger just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Slugger misses with a wild body shot.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Republic doesn't manage to clinch there - Slugger circles away.
Banana Republic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Republic moves into the clinch.
Republic blocks an uppercut.
Slugger is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Republic can do to turn this around?#BC#
Slugger breaks the clinch.
Slugger throws a leg kick
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lou Slugger is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Republic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Republic moves out of range of the body kick from Slugger.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Slugger misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Republic.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Republic closes the distance looking to clinch
letting Slugger counter with a right hand. #T3#
Republic moves in looking to clinch but Slugger pushes him off.
Republic keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Republic staying out of range there.
Despite the aggression on Republic's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Republic closes the distance but Slugger moves to the side
and Slugger counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Slugger throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Republic slips under a jab.
Republic slips a jab from Slugger.
Slugger misses the shot to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Republic checks a leg kick.
Republic tries to counter by closing the distance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Slugger throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Slugger jabbing away but nothing is landing.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lou Slugger!
Lou Slugger was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 175
Date: Aug 24, 2022

#R1#
Republic slips a jab from Zurauskas.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Zurauskas throws a poor cross that misses
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Paulius Zurauskas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zurauskas misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Zurauskas swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a right hand to the body.
Zurauskas rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Zurauskas misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zurauskas connects with a good right hand that stumbles Republic. Republic circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Zurauskas throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Zurauskas lands with a thumping leg kick. #T1#
A jab from Zurauskas misses.
Zurauskas throws a good cross that connects. #CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Zurauskas throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Donk. Zurauskas catches Republic right on the button with a cross.
Zurauskas waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Republic.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Zurauskas swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Zurauskas swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Republic closes the distance and clinches.
Zurauskas tries to break free but Republic pushes him back against the cage.#T2#
Zurauskas blocks an uppercut.
Republic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Republic tries to land a knee to the head but Zurauskas blocks with his arms.
Republic prevents a body shot from Zurauskas.
Zurauskas swings wildly with an uppercut but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Zurauskas breaks the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Donk. Zurauskas catches Republic right on the button with a cross.
Zurauskas has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Deathsquad in the buildup to the fight.
A nice inside leg kick there by Zurauskas. That's going to slow Republic down.
Zurauskas lands a jab to Republic's midsection.
Zurauskas misses with an uppercut. Republic saw that one coming.
Zurauskas misses with a hook
and Republic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Republic slips under a jab.#T3#
Republic defending well as Zurauskas loads up on a big left hand.
Zurauskas throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Zurauskas misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Zurauskas throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Republic tries to counter by closing the distance.
Republic avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Zurauskas on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A slow jab from Zurauskas misses its intended target.
Zurauskas lands a nice looking body shot. #T4#
Republic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Zurauskas scores with a nice right hand.
Zurauskas swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
A jab from Zurauskas misses.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Zurauskas doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Republic tries to clinch but Zurauskas is having none of it.
Republic slaps away a takedown attempt from Zurauskas, before circling back to the center of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Banana Republic will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Zurauskas attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Republic throws out a counter right but Zurauskas avoids it with no problem.
Zurauskas scores with a nice head shot.
Zurauskas wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A jab lands there for Zurauskas.
A telegraphed right hand from Zurauskas misses the target.
Zurauskas looks to land a combination but Republic avoids it well.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Republic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Zurauskas swats away the attempt to clinch by Republic.#T1#
Zurauskas throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Republic takes a jab right on the kisser.
Zurauskas misses with a jab to the body
and Zurauskas takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Zurauskas lands a right hook to the body.
Zurauskas dips to his left and cracks Republic with an uppercut!
Zurauskas missing with a left hand there. Republic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Zurauskas throws a right hand that misses
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Zurauskas swings away with a body shot that misses
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Republic might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#T2#
Republic moves away from the strike by Zurauskas.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Zurauskas here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Zurauskas misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Zurauskas misses with a hook
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Republic fails in his attempt to clinch.
Republic tries to move into range but Zurauskas moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Zurauskas throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Republic slips under a jab.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Zurauskas misses with a hook
and Republic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3#
Zurauskas throws an off balance right hand #CL2#
and Republic counters by clinching up. #BC2#
Republic breaks from the clinch.
Zurauskas fails with a takedown attempt.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Zurauskas throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Zurauskas.
Republic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zurauskas.#T4#
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Zurauskas.
Republic walks into a left hand.
Republic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zurauskas.
Zurauskas misses the jab.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Zurauskas swings away with a body shot that misses
and Republic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Zurauskas throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Republic moves away from the strike by Zurauskas.
Paulius Zurauskas is winning the standup battle so far.
Zurauskas misses with a shot to the body
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Republic fails with an attempt to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Paulius Zurauskas dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Zurauskas connects with a body shot that sends Republic's belly button to the back.
Zurauskas tests Republic's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Zurauskas throws a hook to the side of Republic's head but Republic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Zurauskas throws a lazy uppercut
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Zurauskas throws a hook but Republic avoids it easily.
Republic tries to counter with a clinch but Zurauskas shakes him off and moves away.
Zurauskas throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Republic takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Republic checks a leg kick.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T1#
Zurauskas misses with a leg kick
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Zurauskas throws an overhand right that lands on Republic's shoulder, as Republic tries to avoid the shot.
Zurauskas misses with a body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Zurauskas tries to close the distance and clinch but Republic swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Republic checks a leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Zurauskas swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Zurauskas throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Zurauskas misses with a hook.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Republic slips a jab from Zurauskas.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Zurauskas.
Zurauskas throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
A swing and a miss from Zurauskas.#CL2#
Republic gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Republic closes the distance and clinches.
Zurauskas can't find room to land a body shot as Republic controls the action. #BC#
Zurauskas manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Republic has closed the distance and engaged Zurauskas in a clinch. #T3##BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Zurauskas throws a hook to the side of Republic's head but Republic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Zurauskas with a body shot.
Zurauskas cracks Republic with an open hand slap.
A nice leg kick from Zurauskas, right into the meat of the thigh.
Republic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Zurauskas throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Zurauskas throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Republic has Zurauskas up against the cage in a clinch.
Republic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Zurauskas's elbow. #T4#
Zurauskas is trying to force a seperation but Republic has the dominant position.
Zurauskas avoids the elbow strike from Republic, against the cage.
Republic has a couple of punches blocked by Zurauskas.
Zurauskas lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Republic backwards.
Republic lands a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2#
Republic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Zurauskas misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Zurauskas throws the left hand but Republic avoids the punch easily.
Republic tries to counter by closing the distance.
Zurauskas throws a low kick but Republic moves out of range easily.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Zurauskas misses with an uppercut. Republic saw that one coming.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
A low kick from Zurauskas is predictable there
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Banana Republic.
I think Republic 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 163
Date: Jul 24, 2022

#R1#
Jab, jab by Beardsley - just one landing.
Beardsley looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Beardsley throws a looping overhand right but Republic ducks down to avoid it.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Beardsley misses with a head kick. #CL#
Beardsley moves into the clinch.
Republic misses with some punches.
Beardsley lands with a right to the head.
A hook to the body from Beardsley.
Republic prevents a body shot from Beardsley.
Beardsley lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Beardsley lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Beardsley working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Beardsley can't find room to land a body shot as Republic controls the action.
Nice body punch from Beardsley - that landed with a thud.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Beardsley lands a right hand that snaps the head of Republic backwards.
Beardsley working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Republic misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Beardsley's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Beardsley walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Republic checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Republic steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Beardsley.#T1#
Good leg kick by Beardsley.
Beardsley fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Republic has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The fighters circle momentarily. Beardsley darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CL#
Beardsley forces Republic back against the cage and clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Republic.
Republic is trying to break free.#BC#
Beardsley breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Peter Beardsley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Beardsley tries to clinch up.
Republic is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Beardsley lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Beardsley misses with a hook. Republic ducked under it nicely.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Beardsley swings for the body but Republic moves out of range.
Beardsley misses with a body shot.
Republic throws out a counter right but Beardsley avoids it with no problem.#T2##CL#
Beardsley closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Beardsley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Republic fails to land.
Beardsley misses with a punch on the inside.
Beardsley wants to break the clinch but can't.
Republic misses with a punch on the inside.
Republic lands with a left to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Republic blocks a body shot from Beardsley.
A head punch on the inside from Republic fails to land.
Republic misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Beardsley fails to land.
Beardsley lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Beardsley misses with a punch on the inside.
Beardsley takes a shot to the head.
Beardsley doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Republic breaks from the clinch.
A punch lands to the side of Republic 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Beardsley misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Republic checks a leg kick nicely.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Republic drops his hands momentarily and Beardsley takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Beardsley throws a sloppy head kick
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Beardsley throws a solid leg kick but Republic takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Beardsley.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Beardsley fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Republic moves in looking to clinch but Beardsley pushes him off.
Beardsley misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Some bone on bone action there as Republic checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Beardsley walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Republic checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Republic 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.#T4#
Beardsley scores with a jab to the head.
Republic slips under a jab from Beardsley.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Republic wants to clinch.
Republic takes a jab right on the kisser. #CL2#
Republic has Beardsley up against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Beardsley blocks an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Peter Beardsley dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Republic takes the fight into the clinch.
Republic lands a shoulder strike. #CUT2#It looks like Peter Beardsley has been cut.
Republic takes a shot to the head.
Beardsley swings wildly with an uppercut but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Beardsley pushes Republic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Beardsley misses with a hook from the clinch.
Republic misses with a body punch.
Beardsley is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Republic can do to turn this around?
Republic misses with some punches.
Nice body punch from Republic. #BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Beardsley throws a head kick but Republic moves out of range.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beardsley lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Beardsley lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Republic avoids the head kick by Beardsley. #T1#
Good work by Republic as he checks the leg kick.
Beardsley avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Beardsley buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nice cross by Beardsley.
A slapping leg kick lands for Beardsley.
A cross from Beardsley lands.
A bone on bone clash there as Republic blocks the leg kick.
Republic avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.#CL#
Beardsley rushes Republic and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Beardsley tries a body shot but Republic blocks it. #T2#
Republic working aggressively here.
Beardsley fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Beardsley tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Republic's elbow. #BC2#
Republic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Beardsley is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#CL2#
Republic clinches with his opponent.
Republic lands with a light punch inside.
Republic misses with a body punch.
Beardsley misses with a short punch on the inside.
I was talking to Beardsley's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Republic misses with some punches.
Republic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Beardsley backwards.
Republic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Beardsley lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Beardsley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Republic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Beardsley has a couple of punches blocked by Republic.
Republic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Republic working aggressively here.
Beardsley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Beardsley lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Beardsley fails to land.
Beardsley takes a shot to the head. #T3#
Beardsley misses with the head strike.
Beardsley avoids a wild elbow strike from Republic.
Republic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Republic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Republic scores with a shot to the side of Beardsley's head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Beardsley misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Republic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Beardsley throws a sloppy head kick
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Beardsley throws a head kick that half lands.
Beardsley swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Beardsley throws a hook but Republic blocks it.
Beardsley throws a low kick but it's checked well by Republic.
Beardsley walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Republic checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T4#
Beardsley doesn't manage to clinch there - Republic circles away.
Beardsley looks to clinch
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Beardsley throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Beardsley thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Republic if he has to take too many more of those.
Beardsley is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Republic.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beardsley throws a leg kick
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Beardsley takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL2#
Republic moves into range and clinches up with Beardsley.
Peter Beardsley has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A short right from Republic.
Republic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Republic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
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 Peter Beardsley will probably get the nod.
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!#R3#
Beardsley connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Republic's hands.
Republic keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Republic walks into a jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Republic looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Beardsley clinches up with Republic and pushes him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Republic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Beardsley backwards.
Republic misses with some punches.
Republic misses with the head strike. #BC#
Beardsley manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Beardsley clinches up with Republic and pushes him back against the cage.#T1#
Beardsley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Republic blocking some punches.
Beardsley swings wildly with an uppercut but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Republic fails to land.
Beardsley can't find room to land a body shot as Republic controls the action.
Beardsley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short left from Beardsley.
Beardsley pushes Republic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Beardsley fails to land.
Beardsley avoids a wild elbow strike from Republic.
Beardsley blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Republic manages to break the clinch.
Republic closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Banana Republic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Beardsley throws a series of punches but Republic moves out of range.
Beardsley throws a combination that misses
and Beardsley takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
Beardsley rushes Republic and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T2#
Beardsley lands with a right to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Republic has a couple of punches blocked by Beardsley. #BC2#
Republic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Republic takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Beardsley throws the left hand but Republic avoids the punch easily.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Beardsley attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Republic throws out a counter right but Beardsley avoids it with no problem.
Beardsley with a nice cross.
Beardsley wants to clinch.
Republic 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.#T3#
A head kick misses from Beardsley.
Beardsley misses with a leg kick.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The fighters circle momentarily. Beardsley darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Beardsley tries to score with a low kick but Republic moves his leg out of the way.
Beardsley sets himself, and Republic steps forward looking for the clinch! Beardsley avoids it this time.
Beardsley throws a hook to the side of Republic's head but Republic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Republic avoids the body shot from Beardsley.
Republic wants to counter with a clinch but Beardsley pushes him away.
A bone on bone clash there as Republic blocks the leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Republic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Beardsley throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Beardsley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Republic.
Peter Beardsley is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Beardsley misses with a left hand
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Beardsley misses with a head kick.
Republic moves out of range as Beardsley strikes.
Republic throws out a counter right but Beardsley avoids it with no problem.
Beardsley misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Beardsley misses with a jab, cross combination.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Beardsley misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A looping hook to the body misses from Beardsley. Republic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Despite the aggression on Republic's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Beardsley ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Beardsley misses with a straight left.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Peter Beardsley!
Peter Beardsley spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 156
Date: Jun 24, 2022

#R1#
Conchobhar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Republic moves out of range as Conchobhar strikes.
Conchobhar misses with a straight right.
Conchobhar throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Republic slips a straight right by Conchobhar.
Conchobhar looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Republic throws out a counter right but Conchobhar avoids it with no problem.#CL2#
Republic moves into range and clinches up with Conchobhar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Republic manages to break the clinch.
Conchobhar throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Conchobhar cracks Republic with an open hand slap.
Conchobhar has been working on his boxing with his coaches at New York Public Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Conchobhar misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Republic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Conchobhar throws out the jab.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A swing and a miss from Conchobhar.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Conchobhar throws the left hand but Republic avoids the punch easily.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Conchobhar jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Republic tries to counter by closing the distance.
Republic tries to close the distance and clinch up but Conchobhar swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Conchobhar misses with a jab to the body
and Conchobhar takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Herleifr Conchobhar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Conchobhar misses with a shot to the body
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Conchobhar misses with a body shot.
Conchobhar looks to throw the jab but Republic is out of range.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Conchobhar getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Conchobhar pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Conchobhar lands with a good body shot.
Conchobhar throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Republic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Conchobhar.
Conchobhar takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
Republic wants to counter the offense by Conchobhar and move into the clinch position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Conchobhar jabs Republic right on the nose. Republic blinks but takes it well.
Conchobhar throws a head kick but Republic moves out of range.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T3#
Conchobhar pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Conchobhar thows a left - swing and a miss!
Conchobhar just misses with a punch to the body.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Republic moves in looking to clinch but Conchobhar pushes him off.
Conchobhar misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Conchobhar throws a hook but Republic blocks it.
Nice defenses there by Republic.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Republic slips under a jab.
Republic throws out a counter right but Conchobhar avoids it with no problem.
Conchobhar throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Conchobhar looks to land a right hand but Republic moved out of range.
Republic slips under a jab from Conchobhar.
Conchobhar misses with a hook
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Republic moves out of range as Conchobhar strikes.
Conchobhar throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Conchobhar throws a lazy body kick
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Conchobhar misses with an uppercut. Republic saw that one coming.
Republic tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Conchobhar manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Conchobhar throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Herleifr Conchobhar 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#
Republic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Conchobhar throws a jab but it's blocked by Republic.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Conchobhar scores with a decent looking hook.
Conchobhar throws a hook but Republic avoids it easily.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Conchobhar throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Conchobhar thinking.
Conchobhar misses with a left hand
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Republic moves out of range as Conchobhar strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conchobhar misses the body punch
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Conchobhar pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Conchobhar takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
Republic unleashes a big counter combination but Conchobhar bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T1#
Conchobhar throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Conchobhar looks to land a right hand but Republic moved out of range.
Republic throws out a counter right but Conchobhar avoids it with no problem.
Republic on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Conchobhar misses with a hook. Republic ducked under it nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Conchobhar throws a jab but it's blocked by Republic.
Conchobhar throws a hook to the side of Republic's head but Republic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Republic moves out of range as Conchobhar strikes.
Republic walks into a left hand.
Conchobhar waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Republic.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Conchobhar looks to throw the jab but Republic is out of range.
A head kick misses from Conchobhar.
Conchobhar fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Republic manages to avoid it.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Conchobhar throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A swing and a miss from Conchobhar.
Republic throws out a counter right but Conchobhar avoids it with no problem.
Conchobhar throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Conchobhar throws a shot from downtown. Republic moves away and avoids it.
Conchobhar throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Conchobhar misses with a body shot.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Conchobhar dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Republic avoids the head kick by Conchobhar.
Conchobhar throws a good cross that connects.
Conchobhar misses the body punch
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Republic moves out of range of the strikes.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A swing and a miss from Conchobhar.
Republic lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Conchobhar misses with a looping left.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Conchobhar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a nice body shot.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Conchobhar.#T4#
Conchobhar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Conchobhar throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Republic slips a jab from Conchobhar.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Conchobhar is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Republic can do to turn this around?
Conchobhar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Conchobhar misses with a left hand
and Conchobhar takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Conchobhar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Conchobhar throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Conchobhar looks to throw a body kick
and Republic counters with a left to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Herleifr Conchobhar dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Republic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Conchobhar.
Conchobhar misses with a hook.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Conchobhar misses with a straight left.
Conchobhar gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Conchobhar misses with a jab to the body
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Republic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conchobhar throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Conchobhar misses with a few strikes there.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Republic 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.
Conchobhar throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Conchobhar misses with a body shot.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Conchobhar with a body shot.
Conchobhar connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Republic momentarily.
Herleifr Conchobhar is winning the standup battle so far.
Conchobhar throws a body shot but no joy.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Conchobhar throws a leg kick but Republic sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Conchobhar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Conchobhar thows a left - swing and a miss!
Republic throws out a counter right but Conchobhar avoids it with no problem.
Banana Republic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Republic walks into a straight right hand from Conchobhar.
Conchobhar jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Conchobhar misses the target.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.#T2#
A swing and a miss from Conchobhar.
Conchobhar misses the shot to the body.
Conchobhar misses with a right hand
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Conchobhar misses with a double jab
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Republic has taken the fight to the clinch.
Conchobhar blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Republic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Conchobhar blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Republic misses with some punches. #BC#
Conchobhar breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Conchobhar looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Conchobhar misses with a hook. Republic ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Conchobhar sizes up Republic with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Conchobhar misses with a jab to the body
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Republic is looking to clinch but Conchobhar is avoiding it.
A jab from Conchobhar finds it's way through Republic's defenses.
Conchobhar swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Conchobhar throws a predictable looking body shot
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Conchobhar misses with a hook
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Republic tries to clinch but Conchobhar moves out of range. #T4##CL2#
Republic clinches. #BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch.
Republic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Conchobhar throws out the jab.
Herleifr Conchobhar is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Conchobhar scores with a three punch combo!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Conchobhar throws a looping overhand right but Republic ducks down to avoid it.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Conchobhar throws a lazy uppercut
and Conchobhar takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Conchobhar misses with an uppercut.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The fighters circling - Conchobhar throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Conchobhar misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Conchobhar thinking.
Conchobhar misses with a straight left.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.

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 Herleifr Conchobhar.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Conchobhar, 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:28
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 150
Date: Jun 01, 2022

#R1#
Fett throws a hook but Republic avoids it easily.
Fett misses with a few strikes there.
Republic needs to keep his hands up - Fett had a free shot at his head there.
Nice uppercut there from Fett.
Fett darts in looking for a takedown but Republic gets double underhooks and turns Fett into the cage.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Republic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Republic gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Fett.
Republic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Republic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fett tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Republic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fett drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cassus Fett. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Republic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fett backwards.
Fett tries to score a body lock takedown but Republic shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Fett is trying to drag Republic to the mat but Republic just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Republic has a couple of punches blocked by Fett. #T1#
Republic lands a body punch.
Fett is breathing heavily.
Republic blocks an uppercut.
Republic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Republic lands a shoulder strike.
Fett blocks an elbow strike.
Republic lands a body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Republic.
Republic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#KD2#
Republic drops Fett onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Fett is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC2#Fett is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Republic unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Fett! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Republic is unloading with more strikes now! Fett drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Banana Republic!
Banana Republic bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 142
Date: May 04, 2022

#R1#
Manivong misses with an uppercut
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Manivong 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.
Manivong misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #CL2#
Republic moves into the clinch.
Manivong tries a body shot but Republic blocks it.
Manivong blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Manivong's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Manivong throws a sloppy head kick and Republic moves out of range easily.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Manivong walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Republic checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manivong connects with an inside leg kick.
Manivong tries to work over Republic's front leg with a kick but Republic checks it. #T1#
Manivong throws a leg kick but Republic sees it coming and checks it nicely.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Manivong lands with a kick to the temple. Republic shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Manivong tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Republic tries to clinch but Manivong moves out of range.
Manivong throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Manivong fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A good leg kick by Manivong. #CL#
Manivong closes the distance and pushes Republic back into the cage.#T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Manivong.
Manivong swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Republic wants to break the clinch but can't.
Manivong misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Manivong scores with a hook to the body.#BC#
Manivong breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Akuma Manivong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Manivong paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Manivong throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Republic on the side of the head.
Republic checks the leg kick nicely there.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
The fight stays on the outside here - Manivong looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
Manivong throws a leg kick that is checked
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Manivong misses with a hook. Republic ducked under it nicely.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Manivong misses with a body kick.
Republic lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Manivong throws a wild body kick that Republic sees coming a mile off.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL2#
Republic moves into the clinch.
Republic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Republic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Republic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Republic struggles to land a body shot inside as Manivong controls his hands.
Manivong has a couple of punches blocked by Republic.
Republic lands a left hand. #T4#
Republic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Manivong scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Republic lands a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Republic lands a nice uppercut.
Republic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Manivong backwards.
Republic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Manivongs head.
Republic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Manivongs head.
A head punch on the inside from Republic fails to land.
Republic lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Manivong.
Manivong working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Republic has a couple of punches blocked by Manivong.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Republic.
A nice left hand lands by Manivong.
Republic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Manivong lands a left hand that snaps the head of Republic backwards.
Manivong stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Manivong has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Republic after a bit of a struggle.
Republic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Manivong is breathing heavily.
Manivong swings wildly with an uppercut but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Republic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Manivongs head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Akuma Manivong will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Manivong throws a sloppy body shot
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Republic drives through and clinches with Manivong against the cage.
Manivong fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Republic misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Republic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Manivong rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Manivong swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bone on bone clash there as Republic blocks the leg kick.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Manivong misses with a head kick.
Manivong throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
Manivong just misses with a punch to the body.
Republic blocks a head kick by Manivong.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Manivong throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Republic moves in looking to clinch but Manivong pushes him off.#CL#
Manivong has Republic up against the cage in a clinch.
Republic gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Manivong.
Manivong tries a body shot but Republic blocks it. #T2#
Republic swings wildly with an uppercut but Manivong uses good head movement to avoid it.
Republic misses with a knee strike.
A short uppercut from Manivong.
Manivong scores with a shot to the side of Republic's head.
Republic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Republic misses with a knee strike.
Republic trying to land knees to the body.
Republic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Republic.
Manivong throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Manivong pulls guard successfully. #SUB#
Manivong is looking for a triangle but Republic pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Manivong escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Republic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
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!#SUB#
Manivong looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Republic passes into side control. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Manivong's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Manivong is looking to regain half guard here but Republic keeps moving and retains side control.
Manivong regains half guard.
Manivong is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Republic's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Republic's back!
Republic is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Manivong looking for the choke from the back. #T4##SUB#
Republic fending off the submission attempt from Manivong. #SUB#
Manivong is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Republic has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Republic is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Manivong gets his way!
Republic is trying to stand back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Manivong looking for the RNC.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Akuma Manivong dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic'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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Manivong tries to land a leg kick but Republic saw it coming and moves away. #CL#
Manivong takes the fight into the clinch.
Manivong lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Republic backwards.
Republic throws a punch but it's blocked by Manivong.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Manivong.
Manivong gets through Republic's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Republic blocks a body shot from Manivong.
Manivong goes for a takedown attempt but Republic pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Manivong.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Republic moves in looking to clinch but Manivong pushes him off.
Manivong throws a head kick but Republic moves out of range.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T1#
Manivong pivots, looking for a leg kick but Republic is out of range and Manivong settles back down.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Manivong wants to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A shot to the body from Manivong misses
and Manivong takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Banana Republic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Republic blocks a head kick by Manivong.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Manivong tried to score with a low kick but Republic checks it.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Republic moves in looking to clinch but Manivong pushes him off.
Akuma Manivong is winning the standup battle so far.
A looping hook to the body misses from Manivong. Republic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Manivong tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Manivong lands an overhand right.
Republic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A quick step to the side and Manivong tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T3#
Manivong thows a leg kick but Republic checks it
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Manivong lands a jab.
A nice leg kick from Manivong, right into the meat of the thigh.
Manivong paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Manivong scores with a sloppy right hand. Republic should have avoided that one. #T4#
Republic blocks a jab.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL2#
Manivong gets tackled into the cage by Republic. Republic maintains the clinch.
Republic takes a shot to the head. #CUT#That has opened up Banana Republic's cut even more.#BC#
Manivong breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Republic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Akuma Manivong is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Manivong looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Manivong bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Manivong throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.

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

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

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 135
Date: Apr 10, 2022

#R1#
Watts tries a head kick but it misses.
It looked like Republic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Watts lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Watts misses with a right hand #CL#
and Republic counters by moving into the clinch.
Watts is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Republic is keeping busy.
Republic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Republic. #BC2#
Watts pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Watts stuns Republic with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Watts.
Nice takedown defense from Republic. No joy for Watts on that attempt.
Republic throwing a counter right hand but Watts manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Watts misses with an uppercut. Republic saw that one coming.
A quick step to the side and Republic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Watts misses with a hook.
Republic is looking to counter punch.
Republic slips a straight right by Watts.
It looked like Republic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Republic moves out of range of the body kick.
Republic is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Watts shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
It looked like Republic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Watts misses with a looping right.
Watts throws a head kick that misses.
It looked like Republic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Watts!
Watts throws a leg kick that is checked
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Watts attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Republic is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
An inside leg kick from Watts misses.
Watts tries a low kick but Republic avoids it.
Watts tries a head kick but it misses.
Republic throwing a counter right hand but Watts manages to avoid it.
Republic staying out of range there.
Watts throws a lazy head kick
and Republic counters with a nice body shot. #T2#
Watts connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Watts misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Watts rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Watts looks to land a right hand but Republic moved out of range.
Republic throwing a counter right hand but Watts manages to avoid it.
Watts throws a low kick, looking for Republic's leg but Republic calmly moves out of range.
Watts scores with a three punch combo!
Watts throws a sloppy head kick and Republic moves out of range easily.
Watts with the inside leg kick.
Watts wants to land a leg kick but Republic is out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Watts.
Watts lands a jab to the head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Watts. #T3##CL#
Republic moves into the clinch successfully.
Republic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Republic keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Watts's efforts to push away.
With the fighters up against the cage, Watts throws an elbow but misses.
Republic keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Watts's efforts to push away.
Republic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Watts throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #BC#
Republic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nice sprawl there from Republic as Watts shoots in.
Republic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A low kick from Watts misses
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Republic moves out of range as Watts strikes.
Republic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Watts misses with an uppercut.
Watts ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Republic moves away.
It looked like Republic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Watts throws a hook but Republic blocks it.
Watts throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Republic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T4#
Watts misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Watts throws a quick inside leg kick.
A left lands for Watts.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Watts misses with an uppercut.
Republic wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Republic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A slow jab from Watts misses its intended target.
An attempted straight right counter from Republic misses the target.
Watts throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Republic checks a low kick from Watts.
Republic appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Watts pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Watts moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Watts tries to land a leg kick but Republic saw it coming and moves away. #TD2#
Watts is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Republic's half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cole Watts dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Watts misses with a straight right. #CL#
Republic has closed the distance and engaged Watts in a clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Watts throws an elbow but misses.
Watts pressing his opponent against the cage. #BC2#
Watts manages to break the clinch.
A lazy left from Watts finds it's target.
Watts throws a big shot that misses.
Watts has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Watts lands a nice shot that snaps Republic's head back.
Republic moves out of range as Watts strikes.
Republic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Watts punishes Republic's body with a nice straight punch.
Republic moves out of range of the strikes.
Watts misses with an uppercut. Republic saw that one coming.
Watts darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1#
Watts throws out a powerful jab.
A clash of legs there as Republic blocks the low kick.
Republic is looking to counter punch.
Watts throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Watts misses with an uppercut
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Watts works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Republic slips a jab from Watts.
Republic throws a series of strikes that have Watts backpedaling.
Republic is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Watts misses with a hook.
Watts misses with a right hand
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Watts throws the left hand but Republic avoids the punch easily.
Watts throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Republic moves out of range of the leg kick from Watts.#T2#
Watts misses with a looping right.
An attempted straight right counter from Republic misses the target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Watts misses the shot to the body.
Republic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Republic moves out of range of the strikes.
Watts throws a jab when Republic was well out of range.
It looked like Republic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A head kick misses from Watts.
Republic was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Watts misses with a looping left.
Watts misses with a leg kick.
Republic wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Watts throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Republic throwing a counter right hand but Watts manages to avoid it.
Watts throws a low kick but Republic moves out of range easily.
Republic tries to counter by clinching up but Watts breaks away and moves out of range.#CL#
Republic has closed the distance and engaged Watts in a clinch.
Republic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Watts backwards.
Republic blocks an uppercut.
Republic lands a right hand.
A nice right hand lands inside from Republic. #T3#
Republic lands a big right hand that drops Watts! The killer instinct kicks in and Republic finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Republic!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Banana Republic!
Banana Republic tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 127
Date: Mar 13, 2022

#R1#
Republic 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.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Alzado.
Republic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alzado throws a sloppy body shot
and Republic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Alzado misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Alzado misses with a right hand
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Alzado rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A shot to the body from Alzado misses
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Alzado misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Lyle Alzado seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alzado falls off balance throwing a combination
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Alzado misses with a combination
and Alzado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alzado misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Alzado throws a sloppy body shot
and Alzado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Alzado misses the body punch
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Alzado misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Alzado throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Alzado with a hook.
Alzado scores with a jab to the jaw.
Alzado swings away with a body shot that misses
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Alzado misses with a double jab
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Republic connects with the punch.
Alzado throws a lazy head kick
and Alzado takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alzado misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC#Alzado is rocked!
Alzado throws a leg kick
and Republic scores with a counter punch that sends Alzado to the canvas! Republic smells blood - he's punishing Alzado with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Alzado has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Banana Republic!
Banana Republic bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 120
Date: Feb 18, 2022

#R1#
Brazil scores with the left hand. Republic knows he should have avoided that one.
Brazil misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Bobo Brazil seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brazil is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Republic.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Brazil looks to clinch
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Brazil thows a leg kick but Republic checks it
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Brazil throws a head kick but Republic moves out of range.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Brazil swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a left to the body.
A low kick from Brazil misses
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Brazil.
Brazil goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Brazil missing with a left hand there. Republic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Brazil throws a predictable looking body shot
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brazil lands a nice looking body kick.
Brazil goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#T1#
Brazil throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a nice body shot.
Republic moves out of range as Brazil throws a body kick. #CL#
Brazil gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Brazil tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Republic's elbow.
Brazil tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Republic lands a nice shot to the body.
Republic lands a hook to the side of the head.#CUT2#It looks like Bobo Brazil has been cut.
Brazil tries to throw a body punch but Republic avoids it by throwing Brazil back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Republic.
Republic gets through Brazil's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Republic throws a punch but it's blocked by Brazil. #BC#
Brazil breaks the clinch.
Jab, jab by Brazil - just one landing.
Republic steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Brazil. That one must have hurt.
That kick from Brazil tenderised Republic's leg. Republic is trying to keep his angry face on.
Brazil throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brazil misses with a double jab.
Brazil throws a jab when Republic was well out of range.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Brazil looks to land a body kick but Republic moved away.
Brazil misses with a leg kick
and Brazil takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Brazil circles away from the clinch attempt.
Brazil throws a body shot but no joy.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Brazil!
Brazil tries to clinch up but Republic circles away and keeps his distance.
Brazil misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a nice body shot.
Republic tries to close the distance and clinch but Brazil swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Brazil motions for Republic to come forward. Brazil throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
Brazil misses with a combination
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Brazil just misses with a punch to the body.
Brazil waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Republic.
Republic takes a kick to the side of the head.
Republic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Brazil.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Brazil throws a sloppy head kick and Republic moves out of range easily.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Republic swats away the attempt to clinch by Brazil.#CL#
Brazil closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Brazil swings wildly with an uppercut but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Brazil misses with a hook to the ribs.
Brazil lands a shoulder strike.
Brazil lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
Brazil manages to break the clinch.
A swing and a miss from Brazil.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Brazil throws a jab but it's blocked by Republic.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Brazil with a body shot.
Republic slips a jab from Brazil.
Republic throws out a counter right but Brazil avoids it with no problem.
Brazil misses with a hook
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Republic blocks the body kick.
Republic lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Brazil misses with a right hand
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
A combination from Brazil does no damage.
Brazil throws a body punch but Republic moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Brazil works over Republic's head and body with a nice combination.#CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Nice uppercut lands for Brazil. That snapped Republic's head back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bobo Brazil dominated that round.
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.#R2#
Brazil tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Republic was well out of range. Poor timing from Brazil.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Brazil 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.
Brazil fails to land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Republic has managed to clinch.
Brazil lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Republic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Brazil keeps the fight on the outside.
Republic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Brazil throws a big shot that misses.
Brazil throws a big shot that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brazil stuns Republic with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Brazil throws a head kick but Republic moves out of range.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Brazil lands a nice hook to Republic's body. Republic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Brazil throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a left to the body. #T1#
Republic takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Brazil misses with a kick to the body.
Brazil is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Republic can do to turn this around?
Republic moves out of range of the strikes.
Brazil throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Republic moves out of range of the leg kick from Brazil.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Brazil scores with a jab.
Bobo Brazil is winning the standup battle so far.
Republic checks a low kick from Brazil.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Brazil misses with a hook to the body
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Brazil throws an off balance right hand
and Brazil takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Brazil.
Brazil throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T2#
Republic moves out of range of the body kick from Brazil.
Brazil throws a jab when Republic was well out of range.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A combination from Brazil does no damage.
Republic avoids a kick to the body.
Brazil looks to land a right hand but Republic moved out of range.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Brazil takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
Brazil misses with a right hand
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Republic takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Brazil throws a half hearted mid kick.
Brazil wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A head kick by Brazil misses
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.#T3##CL#
Brazil clinches up against the cage.
Republic scores with a shot to the side of Brazil's head.
Brazil has a couple of punches blocked by Republic.
Brazil wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Republic working aggressively here.
Brazil struggles to land a body shot inside as Republic controls his hands.
Brazil blocks an uppercut.
Republic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Brazil blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Republic misses with the head strike.
Republic lands a hook that snaps the head of Brazil backwards.
Republic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Republic blocks an uppercut.
Brazil struggles to land a body shot inside as Republic controls his hands.
Republic misses with the head strike.
Bobo Brazil has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Brazil blocks an uppercut.
Republic scores with a shot to the side of Brazil's head.
Brazil scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Brazil breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Brazil thows a leg kick but Republic checks it
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brazil throws the kick towards the body but Republic avoids it.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Brazil swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Brazil dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Brazil tries to clinch but Republic moves out of range.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Brazil with a body shot.
Brazil throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Brazil throws a lazy head kick
and Republic counters with a right hand to the body.
Brazil throws a looping overhand right but Republic ducks down to avoid it.
Brazil stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Brazil pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Brazil throws a lazy body kick
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Brazil swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
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 Bobo Brazil will probably get the nod.
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#
Brazil looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Brazil.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Republic tries to clinch but Brazil is having none of it.
Republic blocks a head kick by Brazil.
Republic takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A slapping leg kick lands for Brazil.
Republic moves away from the strike by Brazil.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Republic tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Brazil paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Brazil appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brazil throws a head kick that misses.
Brazil throws a jab when Republic was well out of range.
Republic tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A solid leg kick lands there for Brazil. #T1#
Republic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Brazil cracks Republic with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Brazil is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Republic.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Brazil throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Brazil throws a lazy head kick
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Brazil throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Brazil misses with a looping right.
Brazil looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Brazil misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Brazil misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
A shot to the body from Brazil misses
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Banana Republic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bobo Brazil is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Brazil is looking to chop away at Republic's legs.
As Brazil backs off Republic throws a huge counter combo but Brazil manages to avoid it all.
Brazil throws a head kick that misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Republic blocks the leg kick.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Brazil jabs Republic right on the nose. Republic blinks but takes it well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Republic moves out of range of the leg kick from Brazil.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Brazil misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Brazil lands a high kick!
A head kick by Brazil misses
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Brazil misses with a shot to the body
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Brazil looks to throw the jab but Republic is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Brazil throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Republic. #T3#
Republic avoids a punch combination nicely.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Republic slips a jab from Brazil.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Brazil misses with a body kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Brazil rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Republic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Brazil looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Brazil tries to work over Republic's front leg with a kick but Republic checks it.
Brazil rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Republic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Republic tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Brazil paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A low kick from Brazil misses #CL2#
and Republic counters by clinching up.
Brazil tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Republic.
Republic swings wildly with an uppercut but Brazil uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Republic lands with a light punch inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Republic. #BC2#
Republic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Brazil throws a lazy right hand but Republic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Brazil misses with a leg kick.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Brazil throws a wild body kick that Republic sees coming a mile off.
Republic slips under a jab from Brazil.
Republic tries to counter by closing the distance.
Brazil ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Republic tries to clinch there but Brazil circles away.
Republic is looking to clinch but Brazil is avoiding it.
Republic avoids a kick to the body.
A slow jab from Republic misses its intended target.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobo Brazil!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Bobo Brazil waved his t-shirt featuring Brooklyn Apothecary's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 112
Date: Jan 21, 2022

#R1#
Haden tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Republic was well out of range. Poor timing from Haden.
Haden ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Republic moves away.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Decent striking displayed by Haden there.
Republic walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Haden fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Republic manages to avoid it.
Haden thows a left - swing and a miss!
Republic throws out a counter right but Haden avoids it with no problem.
Haden throws a jab when Republic was well out of range.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haden swings for the body but Republic moves out of range.
Republic throws out a counter right but Haden avoids it with no problem.
Haden throws a hook but Republic avoids it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Haden misses the target.
Haden throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Haden misses the jab.
Haden throws the left hand but Republic avoids the punch easily.
Republic slips under a jab from Haden.
ZaDarius Haden seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Haden swings for the body but Republic moves out of range.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Republic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Republic throws out a counter right but Haden avoids it with no problem.
Haden throws a series of punches but Republic avoids them all with ease.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Haden lands with a shot to the body.
Haden thuds a left hand into Republic's body.
Republic wants to clinch up but Haden keeps it at a distance.#T2#
Haden throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Haden scores with a nice head shot.
Haden throws a body punch but Republic moves out of range.
Haden throws a body shot but no joy.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Haden with a poor takedown
and Republic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Haden shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Republic pinned against the cage. Republic gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Haden misses with an uppercut.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Haden missing with a left hand there. Republic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Republic is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Haden rather than just go for the knockout.#T3#
Haden keeps the fight on the outside.
Haden takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
Republic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Haden.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Haden with a body shot.
Republic slips a straight right by Haden.
Republic wants to counter with a clinch but Haden pushes him away.
Haden throws a body shot but no joy.
Republic throws out a counter right but Haden avoids it with no problem.
Haden throws a jab when Republic was well out of range.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Haden shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Republic defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for ZaDarius Haden. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Decent striking displayed by Haden there.#T4#
Republic fails in his attempt to clinch.
Republic is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Haden dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Haden comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Haden throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Republic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Haden.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Republic staying out of range there.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

ZaDarius Haden dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Republic defending well as Haden loads up on a big left hand.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Haden takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Republic takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Republic defending well as Haden loads up on a big left hand.
Republic throws out a counter right but Haden avoids it with no problem.
Republic tries to clinch there but Haden circles away.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Haden.
Haden misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haden gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Haden takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Haden dives in and grabs Republic's left leg, looking for a takedown. Republic pushes down on Haden's head and hops out.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Haden with a body shot.#T1##CL2#
Republic moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Haden breaks the clinch.
ZaDarius Haden is winning the standup battle so far.
Haden looks to land a left hand but Republic moved out of range nicely.
Republic gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Haden.
Haden misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Haden shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Republic pinned against the cage. Republic gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for ZaDarius Haden. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Haden misses with a series of wild punches.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Haden gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Republic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Haden takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
Haden wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#TD#
Haden decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #ES2#
Republic makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Haden throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Haden misses with an uppercut. Republic saw that one coming.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Haden lands a lovely overhand right.#T3#
Haden looks to land a combination but Republic avoids it well.
Good exchange - Haden coming out on top.
Republic slaps away a takedown attempt from Haden, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Republic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Haden with a body shot.
Haden thuds a left hand into Republic's body.
Haden stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Haden cracks Republic with an open hand slap.
Haden shoots in but Republic avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Republic throws out a counter right but Haden avoids it with no problem.#T4#
Republic moves out of range of the strikes.
Republic tries to close the distance and clinch up but Haden swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The fight stays on the outside here - Republic looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Haden misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Republic.
Republic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Haden.
Republic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Haden.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Haden here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Haden listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Haden misses the body punch
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

ZaDarius Haden dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Republic defending well as Haden loads up on a big left hand.
Good standup being displayed there by Haden as he connects with a hook.
Haden looks for a takedown but Republic sprawls well.
Haden misses with a takedown attempt
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Haden throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Haden misses the shot to the body.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haden throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Republic stuffs the takedown attempt from Haden. Haden gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for ZaDarius Haden. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Haden misses with a straight right.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Haden.
Republic tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Haden is looking to counter punch.
Haden with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Haden lands a slapping body shot.
Haden closes this distance looking for a takedown but Republic circles away.
Haden connects with a body shot.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Haden.
Banana Republic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Republic is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Haden asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Haden in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Republic is trying to buck Haden off.
Haden is chipping away with strikes.
Republic wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Haden scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Republic to see if he's OK.
We've been hearing that Haden has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T3#
Haden lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Republic throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Haden in side control lands a decent elbow.
Republic takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Haden tries to move into full mount but can't pass Republic's legs.
Haden throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
ZaDarius Haden overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The strikes coming from Haden are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Haden cracks Republic with a big right hand but Republic just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go. #T4##ES2#
Republic bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Haden lands a really nice looking cross but Republic seems unphased.
ZaDarius Haden is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Haden doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Haden throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Haden misses with the combination.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A telegraphed right hand from Haden misses the target.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.

And that's the end of the fight!
ZaDarius Haden showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Haden, 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... ZaDarius Haden!
ZaDarius Haden gave a mention to ALPHA Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 106
Date: Dec 29, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Republic has closed the distance and engaged Meshkov in a clinch.
Meshkov is working Republic over against the cage.
Meshkov 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.
Republic misses with a knee to the head. #BC2#
Republic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A swing and a miss from Meshkov.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Meshkov falls off balance throwing a combination #CL2#
and Republic moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Republic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Meshkov misses with a right hand
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Meshkov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Republic doesn't seem bothered though.
Anton Meshkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meshkov stuns Republic with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A big right from Meshkov misses.
Meshkov throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a series of strikes. Meshkov will be more careful next time no doubt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Meshkov takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Republic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Meshkov.
Meshkov throws out a loose jab but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Meshkov throws a jab but it's blocked by Republic.
Republic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Meshkov throws out the jab.
Meshkov throws a shot to the body.
Meshkov misses with a left hand
and Meshkov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Meshkov throws a shot to the body.
Meshkov throws out a loose jab but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Meshkov loads up on a big right hand but Republic slips the punch.
Republic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Meshkov misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Meshkov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Republic was well out of range. Poor timing from Meshkov.
Meshkov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Meshkov just misses with a punch to the body.
Meshkov throws a looping overhand right but Republic ducks down to avoid it.
Republic lands a really nice looking cross but Meshkov seems unphased.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Meshkov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Republic.
Meshkov swings for the body but Republic moves out of range.
Meshkov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Meshkov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Meshkov misses the jab.
Meshkov misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Republic tries to close the distance and clinch but Meshkov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Republic is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Meshkov had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Republic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Meshkov.
Republic takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Meshkov throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Meshkov misses the jab.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Meshkov misses with a body shot.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Meshkov.#T4#
Meshkov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The fighters circling - Meshkov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Meshkov throws a shot from downtown. Republic moves away and avoids it.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Meshkov with a body shot.
Republic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Meshkov.
Meshkov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Republic was well out of range. Poor timing from Meshkov.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Meshkov misses with a wild body shot.
Republic throws out a counter right but Meshkov avoids it with no problem.
Meshkov thuds a left hand into Republic's body.
Meshkov misses with a hook
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Meshkov misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a left to the body.
Meshkov's corner calls for a 1-2. Meshkov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Banana Republic will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A jab from Meshkov misses.
Meshkov misses with a lunging right hand
and Meshkov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Meshkov misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Meshkov throws a hook but Republic blocks it.
Republic wants to counter the offense by Meshkov and move into the clinch position.#CL2#
Republic has taken the fight to the clinch.
Republic with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Meshkov blocking some punches.
Republic misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Republic misses with some punches.
Meshkov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Republic tries a body shot but Meshkov blocks it.
Republic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Meshkov backwards.
Meshkov can't find room to land a body shot as Republic controls the action.
Republic lands with a light punch inside. #T1#
Republic throws a head punch that misses.
Meshkov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Republic's elbow.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Republic.
Meshkov wants to get back to striking at distance but Republic won't allow it.
Republic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Meshkov backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Republic.
Republic throws an elbow but it misses.
Still in the clinch, Republic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Meshkov avoids the elbow strike from Republic, against the cage.
Republic working aggressively here.
Republic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A short right from Republic on the inside.
Republic cracks Meshkov with a nice body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Meshkov takes a shot to the head.
Republic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Republic scores with a nice hook to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice left hand lands by Republic.
Republic scores with a nice hook to the head.#T2##BC2#
Republic breaks from the clinch.
Meshkov misses with a combination
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Republic has managed to clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Meshkov.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Republic.
Meshkov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Republic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Republic.
Republic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Meshkov backwards.
Republic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Banana Republic seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Meshkov tries to circle away but Republic has him pinned against the cage.#KD2#
Republic drops Meshkov onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Meshkov is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC2#Meshkov is rocked!
Meshkov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T3#
Republic lands a nice shot to the body. #BC2#
Republic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Meshkov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Meshkov throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Meshkov misses with a straight left.
A swing and a miss from Meshkov.
Meshkov misses with a hook
and Republic counters with a nice body shot.
A lazy left from Meshkov finds it's target.#CL2#
Republic has taken the fight to the clinch.
Republic misses with a punch to the body.
Republic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Republic fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Meshkov blocks an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Republic.
Meshkov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Republic.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Republic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Republic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right hand to the body from Republic.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Meshkov.
Meshkov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Republic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Republic closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Meshkov keeps the fight on the outside.
Meshkov misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Meshkov throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a right hand to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Banana Republic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Meshkov misses with a right hand
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Meshkov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Meshkov throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Meshkov misses with a left hand
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
A shot to the body from Meshkov misses
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Meshkov throws an off balance right hand
and Meshkov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Meshkov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meshkov throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Meshkov looks to land a left hand but Republic moved out of range nicely.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Meshkov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Republic was well out of range. Poor timing from Meshkov.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Republic tries to clinch up.
Meshkov swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Meshkov throws a big shot that misses.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Republic avoids the body shot from Meshkov.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Banana Republic seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Meshkov throws a jab when Republic was well out of range.
Meshkov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Meshkov misses with a body punch
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Meshkov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Republic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Meshkov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Banana Republic is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Meshkov missing with a left hand there. Republic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Meshkov misses with a looping right.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The fighters circling - Meshkov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Meshkov misses with a hook
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Meshkov misses with a jab to the body
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Meshkov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Meshkov misses with a body punch
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Meshkov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Republic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Meshkov connects with a single shot there.#T3#
Meshkov cracks Republic with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Republic digs a good hook to Meshkov's body.
Republic defending well as Meshkov loads up on a big left hand.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Meshkov looks to throw the jab but Republic is out of range.
Republic throws out a counter right but Meshkov avoids it with no problem.
Meshkov throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Meshkov misses the body punch
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Republic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Meshkov.
Republic throws out a counter right but Meshkov avoids it with no problem.
Meshkov misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Meshkov throws a body shot but no joy.
Republic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Meshkov.#T4#
A big left from Meshkov misses.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Meshkov with a body shot.
Meshkov throws a poor cross that misses
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Meshkov misses the target.
Meshkov misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a right hand to the body.
Meshkov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Republic was well out of range. Poor timing from Meshkov.
Republic tries to counter by closing the distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Meshkov.
Meshkov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Republic.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Meshkov swings for the body but Republic moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Anton Meshkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Meshkov misses with a few strikes there.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Banana Republic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Republic 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 Eliza Hachem scores the fight 28:30
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 28:30
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Banana Republic!
Banana Republic decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 99
Date: Dec 01, 2021

#R1#
Conchobhar looks to throw the jab but Republic is out of range.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Conchobhar throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Republic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Conchobhar.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Conchobhar waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Republic.
Conchobhar misses with a body shot
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Conchobhar throws a jab but it's blocked by Republic.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conchobhar lands with a hook. Republic tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Conchobhar throws an off balance right hand
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Conchobhar seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Conchobhar misses the shot to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.#T1#
Republic moves away from the strike by Conchobhar.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Conchobhar throws a series of punches but Republic avoids them all with ease.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Conchobhar with a body shot.
Conchobhar throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Conchobhar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Republic moves away.
Republic is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Republic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The fighters circling - Conchobhar throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Republic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Republic ducks right into an uppercut from Conchobhar. #T2#
Conchobhar throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Conchobhar tries to keep at a distance but Republic has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Conchobhar breaks the clinch.
Conchobhar missing with a left hand there. Republic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Conchobhar throws a shot to the body.
Conchobhar circles away from the clinch attempt.
Conchobhar just misses with a punch 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!
Republic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.#T3#
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Conchobhar.
Republic wants to counter with a clinch but Conchobhar pushes him away.
The fighters circling - Conchobhar throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Conchobhar. Republic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Republic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Conchobhar.
Republic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Conchobhar.
Republic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Republic moves away from the strike by Conchobhar.
Conchobhar lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T4#
Conchobhar misses the shot to the body.
Republic tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Conchobhar takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
Republic throws out a counter right but Conchobhar avoids it with no problem.
Conchobhar throws an off balance right hand
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#CL2#
Republic rushes Conchobhar and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Republic fails to land. #BC#
Conchobhar pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Republic tries to close the distance and clinch but Conchobhar swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Conchobhar is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Conchobhar tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Conchobhar throws a jab but it's blocked by Republic.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Herleifr Conchobhar dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Conchobhar misses with a straight left.
Conchobhar throws a front kick aimed at Republic's knee but Republic avoids it well.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Republic defending well as Conchobhar loads up on a big left hand.
Republic slips under a jab.
Conchobhar moves into range and connects with a jab.
Conchobhar thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conchobhar throws a hook but Republic avoids it easily.
Conchobhar keeps the fight on the outside.
A little feinted left hand from Conchobhar on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Conchobhar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Conchobhar looks to land a right hand but Republic moved out of range.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Republic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Conchobhar.
Republic throws out a counter right but Conchobhar avoids it with no problem.
Conchobhar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Republic was well out of range. Poor timing from Conchobhar.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Conchobhar swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Conchobhar looks to throw the jab but Republic is out of range.
Republic wants to counter with a clinch but Conchobhar pushes him away.
Conchobhar throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Conchobhar throws a series of strikes that have Republic backpedaling.
A big left from Conchobhar misses.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Conchobhar with a body shot.#T2##CL2#
Republic has taken the fight to the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Republic fails to land.
Republic throws a head punch that misses.
Republic fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Republic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Herleifr Conchobhar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Conchobhar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Conchobhar misses with an attempted mid kick.
Conchobhar looks to throw the jab but Republic is out of range.
Conchobhar misses with a hook. Republic ducked under it nicely.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL2#
Republic forces Conchobhar back against the cage and clinches.#T3#
Republic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short left from Republic.
Conchobhar wants to break the clinch but can't.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Republic.
Conchobhar working hard to break the clinch.
Conchobhar is trying to break the clinch but Republic is controlling him.
Conchobhar wants to break the clinch but can't.
Republic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Republic lands with a short shot to the head.
Conchobhar blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Republic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Republic with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Republic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Conchobhar backwards.
Republic misses with some punches.
Conchobhar is trying to break the clinch but Republic is controlling him.
Republic tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Conchobhar can't break the clinch. #T4#
Republic misses with an elbow over the top.
A short left from Republic.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Republic.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Republic throws a punch but it's blocked by Conchobhar. #BC#
Conchobhar pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Conchobhar throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Conchobhar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL2#
Republic has closed the distance and engaged Conchobhar in a clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Republic as Conchobhar tries to tie him up. #BC#
Conchobhar pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Conchobhar with a hook.
Conchobhar throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a left to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Banana Republic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Conchobhar throws a combination that misses
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Conchobhar missing with a left hand there. Republic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Conchobhar throws a hook to the side of Republic's head but Republic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Republic staying out of range there.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Conchobhar throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Conchobhar rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Republic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Conchobhar sets himself, and Republic steps forward looking for the clinch! Conchobhar avoids it this time.
Herleifr Conchobhar is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conchobhar misses with a body shot.
Republic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Conchobhar misses with the combination.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Conchobhar looks to score with a jab to the body but Republic is just out of range.
Republic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL2#
Conchobhar tries to keep at a distance but Republic has taken the fight into the clinch.
Conchobhar blocking some punches.
Conchobhar is looking to control Republic's arms but Republic gets an underhook and turns him. Now Conchobhar has his back to the cage. #BC#
Conchobhar manages to break the clinch.
Conchobhar throws a left and a right that both miss
and Republic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A slow jab from Conchobhar misses its intended target. #T2#
Conchobhar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Republic.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Conchobhar blocking some punches.
Republic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Conchobhar wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A nice left hand lands by Republic.
Republic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Republic scores with a shot to the side of Conchobhar's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A left hand lands to the body for Republic.
Republic lands an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Republic.
Republic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Conchobhar trying to control the position but instead, Republic has worked for underhooks and has pushed Conchobhar into the cage.#T3#
Republic lands an elbow that stopped Conchobhar in his tracks for a moment. #CUT2#It looks like Herleifr Conchobhar has been cut.
Republic working aggressively here.
Republic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Republic misses with a punch to the body.
Republic throws a punch but it's blocked by Conchobhar.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Republic.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Conchobhar blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Republic lands a left hand.
Republic misses with the head strike.
Conchobhar looking to stall.
Conchobhar has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Conchobhar is looking to break free of the clinch but Republic has double underhooks.
Republic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Republic works on Conchobhar's body with a couple of short punches.#T4#
Republic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Republic misses with the head strike.
Banana Republic seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2#
Republic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Conchobhar swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Republic gets a clinch.
Republic prevents Conchobhar from breaking the clinch.
Conchobhar blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Republic.
A short uppercut from Republic.
Conchobhar tries to break the clinch but Republic is controlling the position.
Republic comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Conchobhar looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Republic swings wildly with an uppercut but Conchobhar uses good head movement to avoid it.
Republic lands a hook that snaps the head of Conchobhar backwards.

And that's the end of the fight!
Banana Republic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Republic 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 Summer Carpenter scores the fight 28:29
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Banana Republic!
In his post fight interview, Banana Republic started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: SPPS 93 - Mischief Night!
Date: Oct 30, 2021

#R1#
Bjoergen throws a combination that misses
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A low kick from Bjoergen misses
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
An inside leg kick from Bjoergen misses.
Republic throwing a counter right hand but Bjoergen manages to avoid it.
Republic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bjoergen.
Bjoergen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjoergen lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL#
Republic fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bjoergen, pushing him back against the cage.#T1#
Bjoergen working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Republic working aggressively here.
Republic tries to land a knee to the head but Bjoergen blocks with his arms.
Bjoergen dodges an elbow strike from Republic.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Republic.
Republic gets through Bjoergen's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bjoergen swings wildly with an uppercut but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Republic using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Bjoergen has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Republic misses with the head strike.
Republic lands a body shot.
Bjoergen's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bjoergen blocks an uppercut.
Republic digs a right hand into Bjoergen's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bjoergen's gas tank.
Bjoergen blocks an uppercut.
Republic throws a head punch that misses.
Bjoergen misses with a hook from the clinch.
Republic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T2#
Republic lands with a right to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Republic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short uppercut from Republic.
Republic blocks an uppercut.
Bjoergen misses with a punch on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Republic.
Bjoergen misses with a punch to the body.
Republic tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Bjoergen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bjoergen tries to stall but Republic uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Republic tries a knee to the head but Bjoergen blocks it.
Republic gets through Bjoergen's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Republic. #T3#
Republic takes a shot to the head.
Bjoergen stalling.
Republic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bjoergen backwards.
Bjoergen misses with a body punch.
Bjoergen misses with some punches.
Republic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Bjoergen lands a body punch.
Republic gets through Bjoergen's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Republic pushes Bjoergen back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Republic working aggressively here.
Republic lands a nice elbow. #CUT#It looks like Jeppe Bjoergen has been cut.
Bjoergen swings wildly with an uppercut but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Republic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Republic.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Republic lands a hook that snaps the head of Bjoergen backwards. #T4#
Republic prevents a body shot from Bjoergen.
Republic misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bjoergen. #BC#
Republic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Republic blocks a jab.
Some bone on bone action there as Republic checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A counter left hand to the body from Republic misses its target.
Bjoergen throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Republic.
A counter left hand to the body from Republic misses its target.
Bjoergen throws a head kick that misses
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
We've been told by Republic's head coaches at Cope's that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bjoergen attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Republic is looking to counter punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Banana Republic dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jeppe Bjoergen's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Bjoergen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Republic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bjoergen throws a low kick but Republic moves out of range easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Republic misses the target.
Bjoergen swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bjoergen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Republic fails with an attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjoergen throws out a loose jab but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Republic appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bjoergen throws a body punch but Republic moves out of range.
Republic is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T1#
Republic tries to clinch up.
Bjoergen throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bjoergen tries a head kick but it misses.
A big right from Bjoergen misses.
Republic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bjoergen can do to turn this around?
Bjoergen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A quick step to the side and Republic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bjoergen fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Republic is out of range.
Republic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bjoergen throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bjoergen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Bjoergen misses with a wild combination.
Republic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Bjoergen tries to close the distance and clinch up but Republic swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Republic rushes Bjoergen and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Republic throws a head punch that misses.
Bjoergen lands with a left to the head.
Republic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Republic throws a punch but it's blocked by Bjoergen.
A short right from Republic. #CUT#That has opened up Jeppe Bjoergen's cut even more.#T3#
A nice left hand lands by Republic.
A short uppercut from Republic.
Bjoergen misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Republic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Republic avoids the head kick by Bjoergen.
Republic was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bjoergen misses with a leg kick
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bjoergen misses with a leg kick
and Republic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bjoergen throws a series of punches but Republic avoids them all with ease.
Republic tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Bjoergen manages to circle out of the way.
A low kick from Bjoergen is predictable there
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Bjoergen throws a leg kick but Republic sees it coming and moves out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bjoergen looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Republic is looking to counter punch.
Banana Republic is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Republic gets tackled into the cage by Bjoergen. Bjoergen maintains the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Republic swings wildly with an uppercut but Bjoergen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bjoergen stalling in the clinch.
Republic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Banana Republic dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jeppe Bjoergen's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bjoergen misses the body punch
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A low kick from Bjoergen is predictable there
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jeppe Bjoergen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bjoergen is looking to clinch but Republic is avoiding it.
Republic dips to his left and cracks Bjoergen with an uppercut!
Republic slips under a jab from Bjoergen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjoergen wants to clinch but Republic slips to the side
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Bjoergen wants to clinch but Republic slips to the side
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Bjoergen looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bjoergen throws a leg kick but Republic checks it.
A quick step to the side and Republic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Republic moves in looking to clinch but Bjoergen pushes him off.#CL#
Republic closes the distance and pushes Bjoergen back into the cage.
Bjoergen blocks an elbow strike.
Republic pushes Bjoergen back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bjoergen blocks an uppercut.
Republic misses with the head strike.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Republic works on Bjoergen's body with a couple of short punches.
Banana Republic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bjoergen takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T2#
Bjoergen misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Republic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bjoergen misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Republic clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Republic breaks the clinch.
Bjoergen tries to clinch
and Republic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T3#
Bjoergen looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
It looked like Republic was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bjoergen.
Bjoergen throws a combination that misses
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Bjoergen wants to clinch but Republic slips to the side
and Republic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bjoergen tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Republic is able to avoid easily.
Bjoergen misses with a kick to the body
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Bjoergen tries to clinch up but Republic circles away and keeps his distance.
A low kick from Bjoergen is predictable there
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Bjoergen fails in his attempt to clinch.
Republic appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bjoergen lands a head shot.
Bjoergen pivots, looking for a leg kick but Republic is out of range and Bjoergen settles back down.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bjoergen.
Bjoergen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Republic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Republic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2#
Bjoergen fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Republic, pushing him back against the cage.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 86
Date: Sep 22, 2021

#R1#
Brazil throws the kick towards the body but Republic avoids it.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Brazil looks to score with a jab to the body but Republic is just out of range.
Nice defenses there by Republic.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#CL#
Brazil gets a clinch.
Brazil swings wildly with an uppercut but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Republic blocks a body shot from Brazil.
Republic lands with a light punch inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brazil wants to break the clinch but can't.
Brazil lands a body shot.
Brazil lands with a light punch inside.
Republic is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Brazil is defending well for now.
Brazil fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Brazil has a couple of punches blocked by Republic.
Brazil throws a head punch that misses.
Still in the clinch, Brazil scores with a nice short uppercut.
Republic misses with a knee strike.
Republic has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Brazil seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Republic can turn it around.
Brazil struggles to land a body shot inside as Republic controls his hands.
Brazil swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brazil.
Brazil misses with a punch on the inside.
Republic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Brazil tries to work over Republic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Brazil breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Brazil gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Brazil tries to work over Republic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Brazil misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Brazil tries to throw a body punch but Republic avoids it by throwing Brazil back against the cage.
Brazil tries to break the clinch but Republic is controlling the position.
Brazil tries to throw a body punch but Republic avoids it by throwing Brazil back against the cage.
Republic prevents a body shot from Brazil.
Brazil wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Brazil tries to work over Republic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Republic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Brazil working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Brazil tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Brazil scores with a hook to the body.
Brazil throws a head punch that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brazil goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Brazil lands a nice shot to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brazil.
Brazil swings wildly with an uppercut but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Brazil lands with a short shot to the head. #BC#
Brazil breaks from the clinch.
Brazil misses with a jab to the body
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Brazil circles away from the clinch attempt.
Republic blocks a head kick by Brazil.
Republic tries to clinch up
and Brazil counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Brazil misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Brazil smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Brazil fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Good leg kick by Brazil.
A head kick by Brazil misses
and Republic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Brazil misses with a hook
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Brazil throws a head kick but Republic moves out of range. #KD#
Brazil lands a big head kick that sends Republic tumbling to the mat! Brazil takes a step backwards and waves Republic back to his feet - he wants the finish!
A head kick by Brazil misses #CL2#
and Republic holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bobo Brazil dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Brazil misses with a kick to the body
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Brazil throws a head kick that misses.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Brazil 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.
Republic blocks a head kick by Brazil.
Brazil throws a head kick but Republic moves out of range.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Brazil with a body shot.
Brazil tries a head kick but it misses.
Bobo Brazil seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Brazil has taken the fight to the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brazil fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Brazil misses with a body punch.
Bobo Brazil has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Brazil lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Brazil misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Republic lands with a left to the head.
Republic tries to work over Brazil's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Brazil breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Brazil throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Brazil misses with a hook
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Brazil misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A head kick by Brazil misses
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Republic tries to close the distance and clinch up but Brazil swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Brazil swings away with a body shot that misses
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Brazil misses with a combination
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Brazil swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Brazil throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Brazil throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bobo Brazil is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Brazil gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Brazil lands a right hand.
Brazil throws a punch but it's blocked by Republic.
Republic blocks an uppercut.
Republic throws a punch but it's blocked by Brazil. #T3#
Brazil struggles to land a body shot inside as Republic controls his hands.
Brazil working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Brazil is looking to break free of the clinch but Republic has double underhooks.
Brazil throws a punch but it's blocked by Republic.
Brazil throws a punch but it's blocked by Republic.
Brazil misses with a punch on the inside.
Brazil wants to get back to striking at distance but Republic won't allow it.
Brazil working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Brazil struggles to land a body shot inside as Republic controls his hands.
Brazil misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Brazil has had enough of the clinch but Republic keeps him there for the moment.
Republic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Brazil swings wildly with an uppercut but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brazil misses with a body punch. #T4#
Brazil tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Republic blocking some punches. #BC#
Brazil breaks from the clinch.
Brazil throws a body punch but Republic moves out of range.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Brazil misses with a right hand
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Brazil misses with an uppercut. Republic saw that one coming.
Brazil throws a hook but Republic blocks it.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Brazil misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Brazil misses with a right hand
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
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 Bobo Brazil will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Brazil tries a head kick but it misses.
Brazil throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bobo Brazil is winning the standup battle so far.
Republic tries to clinch but Brazil moves away
and Brazil counters with a nice uppercut.
Brazil misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Brazil lands the left hand.
Republic tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Brazil is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Republic can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brazil paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Brazil misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
Brazil closes the distance looking to clinch
and Republic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Republic walks into a stiff left hand from Brazil.
Brazil scores with a punch to the head.
Brazil throws a head kick that misses
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Brazil throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Banana Republic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bobo Brazil is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Brazil throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Brazil lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Brazil throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Brazil throws a head kick that misses
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brazil throws a big shot that misses.
Republic throws out a counter right but Brazil avoids it with no problem.
Republic moves out of range of the strikes.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A head kick misses from Brazil.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Brazil looks to land a combination but Republic avoids it well. #T3#
Brazil tries a head kick but it misses.
Brazil throws a head kick that misses.
Republic throws out a counter right but Brazil avoids it with no problem.
Brazil misses with the combination.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Brazil misses with a hook
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Republic avoids the head kick by Brazil.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Brazil lands a slapping body shot.
Brazil lands a two punch combo. #T4#
Brazil throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a left to the body.
Brazil misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Republic avoids the head kick by Brazil.
Brazil throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Brazil connects with a good right hand that stumbles Republic. Republic circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
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!
Republic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Brazil.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Brazil doesn't manage to clinch there - Republic circles away.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Brazil fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Republic on the side of the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Skip Squint 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... Bobo Brazil!
Bobo Brazil gave a mention to Brooklyn Apothecary in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 77
Date: Aug 11, 2021

#R1#
Kekkonen with a nice cross.#CUT2#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Kekkonen tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Republic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Republic was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A low kick lands for Kekkonen.
Republic takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Republic misses the shot to the body.
Republic has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cope's in the buildup to the fight.
Nice defenses there by Republic.
Ultima Kekkonen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Kekkonen gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Republic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kekkonen tries to close the distance and clinch but Republic swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T1##CL2#
Kekkonen has Republic up against the cage in a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Republic's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kekkonen tries to work over Republic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kekkonen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kekkonen lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Republic backwards. #BC#
Republic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kekkonen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kekkonen thumps Republic with a low kick.
Kekkonen tries a head kick but it misses. #T2#
Kekkonen punishes Republic's body with a nice straight punch.
Kekkonen misses with a kick to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Republic.
Kekkonen misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Kekkonen is looking to clinch.
Kekkonen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Republic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Republic slips under a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Republic misses the target.#T3#
Republic lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kekkonen throws a push kick but Republic slaps the foot to one side.
Kekkonen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It looked like Republic was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kekkonen.#CL2#
Kekkonen rushes Republic and presses him up against the cage.
Kekkonen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kekkonen misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Kekkonen fails to land.
Republic prevents a body shot from Kekkonen.
Kekkonen goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T4#
Kekkonen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kekkonen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Republic's elbow.
Kekkonen tries to work over Republic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kekkonen misses with a body punch. #BC#
Republic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A swing and a miss from Kekkonen.
Republic is looking to counter punch.
Kekkonen wants to clinch up but Republic keeps it at a distance.
A little feinted left hand from Republic on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A low kick from Kekkonen misses
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Republic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ultima Kekkonen dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic'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#
Republic avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A quick step to the side and Republic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kekkonen throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
A jab from Kekkonen finds it's way through Republic's defenses.
Kekkonen tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Republic paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kekkonen throws a left and a right that both miss
and Republic counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kekkonen looks to land a left hand but Republic moved out of range nicely.
Republic on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kekkonen dips to his left and cracks Republic with an uppercut!
Kekkonen has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#T1#
Kekkonen tries to close the distance and clinch up but Republic swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Republic throwing a counter right hand but Kekkonen manages to avoid it.
Kekkonen lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Kekkonen in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Kekkonen tries to clinch but Republic moves out of range.
Kekkonen lands with an overhand left.
Kekkonen throws a big shot that misses.
Kekkonen throws a head kick but Republic moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Republic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kekkonen throws a leg kick but Republic moved away.#T2#
Kekkonen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A counter left hand to the body from Republic misses its target.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Kekkonen cracks a nice hook into Republic's ribs.
Kekkonen tries to close the distance and clinch up but Republic swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Republic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kekkonen swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kekkonen stuns Republic with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kekkonen looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
It looked like Republic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kekkonen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Kekkonen.
Kekkonen looks to clinch
and Kekkonen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kekkonen misses with a low kick.
It looked like Republic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Kekkonen. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Kekkonen fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Republic has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kekkonen scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kekkonen closes the distance looking to clinch
and Republic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T4#
Kekkonen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kekkonen throws a looping overhand right but Republic ducks down to avoid it.
Republic is looking to counter punch.
Republic blocks a head kick by Kekkonen.
Kekkonen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Republic is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kekkonen throws the left hand but Republic avoids the punch easily.
Kekkonen looks to throw a body kick
and Republic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ultima Kekkonen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Banana Republic's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Kekkonen moves into the clinch.
Kekkonen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kekkonen misses with a punch on the inside.
Kekkonen struggles to land a body shot inside as Republic controls his hands.
Kekkonen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kekkonen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Republic wants to get back to striking at distance but Kekkonen won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kekkonen scores with a hook to the body.
Kekkonen pushes Republic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Republic manages to break the clinch.
Kekkonen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Republic misses the target.#T1#
Kekkonen misses with a looping left.
Kekkonen lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Kekkonen bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
A low kick from Kekkonen misses
and Republic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Republic takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kekkonen swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kekkonen falls off balance throwing a combination
and Republic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Banana Republic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kekkonen throws a lazy head kick
and Kekkonen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Republic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kekkonen throws out the jab.
Kekkonen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kekkonen throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Republic is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kekkonen swings widly with a right hand
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Kekkonen tries to grapple but his opponent circles
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Republic swings for the body but Kekkonen moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Kekkonen misses the target.
Republic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kekkonen.
Republic appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Republic looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T4#
The crowd cheers as Kekkonen lands an impressive looking overhand right. Republic doesn't seem phased though.#CUT2#Banana Republic's cut is getting worse.
Kekkonen throws a left and a right that both miss
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kekkonen 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.
Kekkonen looks to throw the jab but Republic is out of range.
Kekkonen throws a series of punches but Republic moves out of range.
It looked like Republic was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kekkonen.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kekkonen throws a half hearted mid kick.
Republic tries to counter by clinching up but Kekkonen breaks away and moves out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ultima Kekkonen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kekkonen 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 Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 27:30
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 70
Date: Jul 07, 2021

#R1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Republic, as that shot connected.
Hill ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Republic moves away.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
No joy there for Hill, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hill swings for the body but Republic moves out of range.
Hill throws an overhand right that lands on Republic's shoulder, as Republic tries to avoid the shot.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hill looks to land a left hand but Republic moved out of range nicely.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A big left from Hill misses.
Hill throws out a loose jab but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hill dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Republic throws out a loose jab but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hill scores with a hook to the body. Republic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Hill jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hill misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Republic slips under a jab from Hill.
Hill closes the distance but Republic moves to the side
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Republic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Hill throws a head kick but Republic moves out of range.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hill misses with an uppercut. Republic saw that one coming.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hill lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Republic circles away quickly and effectively.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Republic checks the leg kick.
Hill shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Republic eats them both and turns towards Hill to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Hill throws a series of punches but Republic avoids them all with ease.
Hill throws a body shot but no joy.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hill misses with a hook. Republic ducked under it nicely.
Hill ducks right into an uppercut from Republic.
Hill misses with a hook
and Republic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T2#
Hill rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Republic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hill fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Republic lands with a straight right. Hill didn't see that one coming.
Hill throws a jab when Republic was well out of range.
Hill fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Republic manages to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hill throws a big shot that misses.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Hill.
Hill connects with a crisp jab.
Hill throws a big shot that misses.
Hill swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Hill throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Republic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hill throws a body punch but Republic moves out of range. #T3#
Hill throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Republic defending well as Hill loads up on a big left hand.
Hill takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hill throws a lazy uppercut
and Hill takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hill misses with a body shot
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
A lazy left from Republic finds it's target.
Hill jabs Republic right on the nose. Republic blinks but takes it well.
Republic lands with a hook. Hill tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hill walks into a left hand.
Hill moves out of range as Republic strikes.
Hill misses with a straight right.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
No joy there for Hill, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T4#
Republic takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Nice jab there from Hill.
Hill throws a big shot that misses.
Hill works Republic's body with a nice hook.
Republic 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.
Hill misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Republic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hill.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hill throws a leg kick
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hill lands a nice shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Republic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Republic circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hill shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Hill uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Republic.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Devin Hill dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Hill misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hill misses with a two punch combination.
Hill gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Republic.
Hill loads up on a big right hand but Republic slips the punch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Hill misses with a leg kick
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Republic wants to clinch up but Hill keeps it at a distance.
Hill throwing a counter right hand but Republic manages to avoid it.
Hill just misses with a punch to the body.
Hill misses with a right hand
and Republic counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hill thinking.
Hill throws a sloppy head kick and Republic moves out of range easily.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hill throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a nice body shot.
Devin Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hill throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hill takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Hill tries to bum rush Republic with a series of wild strikes but Republic uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T1#
Sloppy strikes from Hill. Those never looked like landing.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Devin Hill is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hill misses the body punch
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hill 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.
Hill jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hill swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Republic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hill is looking to counter punch.
Hill throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Republic with a jab.
Hill just misses with a punch to the body.
Hill fails to land with a series of punches.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Republic avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Republic moves away from the strike by Hill.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T2#
Hill looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hill swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Republic tries to clinch up but Hill circles away and keeps his distance.
Hill misses with a wild combination.
Hill takes one to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hill walks into a straight right hand from Republic.
Hill throws a body shot but no joy.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hill misses with a body kick.
Republic misses with a straight right.
Hill throws a predictable looking body shot
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hill misses with a jab to the body
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut. #T3##CL2#
Republic instigates a clinch.
Hill misses with an elbow over the top.
Republic letting Hill take a breather here.
Our sources have told us that Hill has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.#BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch.
Hill 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.
Hill throws a hook to the side of Republic's head but Republic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice defenses there by Republic.
Hill throws a body punch but Republic moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Hill tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Republic paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Republic gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hill throws a head kick that half lands.
Hill just misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
Hill misses with a hook to the body
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Republic lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Republic bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hill's head.
Hill bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Republic's head.
Devin Hill is winning the standup battle so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hill lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hill misses with an uppercut
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hill misses with a hook
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
A combination from Hill does no damage.
Hill loads up on a big right hand but Republic slips the punch.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hill doesn't manage to clinch there - Republic circles away.
Hill scores with a crisp jab that stopped Republic in his tracks.
Republic slips a jab and a cross from Hill.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Banana Republic will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Hill throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hill misses with a hook. Republic ducked under it nicely.
Republic avoids the body shot from Hill.
Hill lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Republic at a distance.
Republic slips under a jab.
Hill sets himself, and Republic steps forward looking for the clinch! Hill avoids it this time.
Hill scores with a punch to the head.
Hill misses the body punch
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Good standup being displayed there by Republic as he connects with a hook.
Hill looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Hill misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Republic.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hill throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hill connects with a good right hand that stumbles Republic. Republic circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Republic scores with a punch to the head.
A combination from Hill does no damage. #T1#
Hill lands a glancing blow to the side of Republic's head.
Hill misses with the combination.
Republic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Hill throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hill throws a good cross that connects.
Hill misses with a leg kick.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Republic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hill misses the shot to the body.
Hill looks to land a right hand but Republic moved out of range.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hill takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Republic avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T2#
Hill takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Republic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Republic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hill swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Republic moves away from the strike by Hill.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Republic throws a looping overhand right but Hill ducks down to avoid it.
Hill swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Republic takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hill digs a good body shot into Republic's ribs.
A big left from Hill misses.
Republic swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hill.
Hill will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T3#
Hill lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Republic circles away quickly and effectively.
Hill just misses with a punch to the body.
Hill misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Republic counters by clinching up.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hill trying to land knees to the body.
Hill is trying to maintain a safe position but Republic gets an underhook and turns Hill into the cage.
Hill stalls. #BC#
Hill breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hill defending well as Republic loads up on a big left hand.
Hill connects with a single shot there.#T4#
Hill tries to clinch there but Republic circles away.
Hill pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hill walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Republic checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Hill throws a right hand that misses
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Republic slips a straight right by Hill.
Republic is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Republic tries to clinch but Hill moves out of range.
Hill swings widly with a right hand
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Hill darts in and clinches Republic up against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Republic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Republic avoids a wild elbow strike from Hill.#BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch.
Republic misses with a straight left.

And that's the end of the fight!
Devin Hill showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Hill 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 Skip Squint scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 62
Date: May 29, 2021

#R1#
Nordquist misses with a hook to the body
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Republic keeps the fight on the outside.
Republic scores with a hook.
Nordquist tries for a takedown but Republic circles away easily
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nordquist tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Republic defends well and Nordquist ends up having to push Republic into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Republic seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Nordquist with a poor takedown
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Banana Republic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Thor Nordquist.
Jab from Republic.
Nordquist misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nordquist throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Republic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nordquist scores with a jab to the body.
Nordquist with a poor takedown
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Republic missing with a left hand there. Nordquist was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nordquist.
Nordquist fails with the takedown
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC#Nordquist is rocked!#CL#
Republic has closed the distance and engaged Nordquist in a clinch. #BC#
Republic breaks from the clinch.
Nordquist doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Republic counters with a huge left! Nordquist is in big trouble! He's backing up but Republic isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Nordquist from any more damage. A dominating finish by Republic!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Banana Republic!
A less than humble Banana Republic misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 54
Date: Apr 17, 2021

#R1#
Rummel swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a nice body shot.
The fighters circling - Republic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
An attempted straight right counter from Rummel misses the target.#TD#
Rummel gets the takedown into side control.
Rummel tries to score with some ground and pound. Republic controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Rummel throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Rummel scores with punches from side control.
Sloppy strikes there by Rummel.
Republic is working to avoid the ground and pound but Rummel connects with a decent elbow.
Rummel in side control lands a decent elbow.
Rummel scoring with punches from side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rummel throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T1#
Rummel trying to control the position but Republic is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Rummel looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Rummel has an Americana. Republic didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Rummel is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Rummel hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Syd Rummel!
Syd Rummel made sure to mention his sponsor, Hardcore Alchemy in his post fight interview.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 47
Date: Mar 10, 2021

#R1#
Republic tries to clinch up but Conchobhar circles away and keeps his distance.
Jab by Conchobhar.
Conchobhar throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Republic on the side of the head.
Conchobhar swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Republic tries to counter with a clinch but Conchobhar shakes him off and moves away.
Republic digs a good body shot into Conchobhar's ribs.
Sloppy strikes from Conchobhar. Those never looked like landing.
Republic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Conchobhar just misses with a punch to the body.
Republic takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Republic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conchobhar pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
We've been told by Conchobhar's head coaches at New York Public Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Conchobhar swings for the body but Republic moves out of range.
Conchobhar throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Conchobhar throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Herleifr Conchobhar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Conchobhar swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Conchobhar looks to score with a jab to the body but Republic is just out of range.
Republic throws out a counter right but Conchobhar avoids it with no problem.
Herleifr Conchobhar is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Conchobhar throws the left hand but Republic avoids the punch easily.
Conchobhar tries to bum rush Republic with a series of wild strikes but Republic uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Conchobhar misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Conchobhar throws a combination that misses
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice defenses there by Republic.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Conchobhar throws a shot from downtown. Republic moves away and avoids it.
Conchobhar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Republic misses with a hook
and Conchobhar counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Conchobhar just misses with a punch to the body.
Conchobhar misses with a lunging right hand #CL2#
and Republic counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Conchobhar tries to break the clinch but Republic is controlling the position. #T2#
Conchobhar is trying to break the clinch but Republic has him pressed against the cage.
Conchobhar is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Conchobhar wants to get back to striking at distance but Republic won't allow it.
Republic has Conchobhar pressed against the cage, preventing Conchobhar from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Conchobhar is trying to break free.#BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Republic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Conchobhar looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A swing and a miss from Conchobhar.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Conchobhar scores with a jab.
Conchobhar throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Conchobhar scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T3#
Conchobhar smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Conchobhar looks to land a right hand but Republic moved out of range.
Conchobhar misses with a looping right.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Conchobhar.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A jab from Conchobhar misses.
Conchobhar misses with an uppercut
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Conchobhar misses with a body kick.
Republic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Conchobhar swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Conchobhar lands a jab-cross combination.
Republic connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Conchobhar's hands.
Conchobhar misses the jab.
Conchobhar misses with a straight right. #T4#
Conchobhar looks to score with a jab to the body but Republic is just out of range.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Republic has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Republic there as he acknowledges the shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Conchobhar throws a lazy right hand but Republic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Republic throws out a counter right but Conchobhar avoids it with no problem.
Conchobhar throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Conchobhar throws a hook but Republic avoids it easily.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Conchobhar digs a good hook to Republic's body. #TD2#
Republic closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.

Conchobhar has one foot on Republic's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Conchobhar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Republic moves out of range of the strikes.
Conchobhar misses with an uppercut
and Conchobhar takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Conchobhar throws a series of punches but Republic moves out of range.
Republic throws out a counter right but Conchobhar avoids it with no problem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Herleifr Conchobhar dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Conchobhar throws a one two combo.
Conchobhar misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Conchobhar misses with a looping left.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Conchobhar misses with a right hand
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Conchobhar throws a nice looking combination but Republic bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A big right from Conchobhar misses.
Conchobhar throws a hook but Republic blocks it.
Conchobhar swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Conchobhar tries a low kick but Republic avoids it.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conchobhar looks to land a left hand but Republic moved out of range nicely.
Conchobhar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Conchobhar is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Republic ducks under a wild hook from Conchobhar.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Conchobhar takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T1#
Conchobhar takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Conchobhar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Republic.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Republic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Conchobhar.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Conchobhar misses with a looping right.
Conchobhar throws an overhand right that lands on Republic's shoulder, as Republic tries to avoid the shot.
Conchobhar is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Republic can do to turn this around?
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Conchobhar, as that shot connected.
Herleifr Conchobhar is winning the standup battle so far.
A head kick by Conchobhar misses
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Republic moves away from the strike by Conchobhar.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Republic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Conchobhar.
Conchobhar scores with a decent looking hook.
Conchobhar misses the jab.
Republic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Conchobhar.#T2#
Conchobhar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Conchobhar misses with a straight left.
Conchobhar swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Republic slips a straight right by Conchobhar.
Conchobhar misses with a wild body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
A big left from Conchobhar misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Conchobhar looks to land a combination but Republic avoids it well.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Conchobhar misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Republic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Conchobhar throws out the jab.
Conchobhar misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Conchobhar thinking.
Conchobhar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Republic.
Conchobhar looks to land a right hand but Republic moved out of range.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T3#
Conchobhar swings away with a body shot that misses
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Conchobhar throws a leg kick that misses.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Conchobhar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Conchobhar tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Republic was well out of range. Poor timing from Conchobhar.
Conchobhar misses with a wild body shot.
A slow jab from Conchobhar misses its intended target.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Conchobhar throws a right and a left that both miss.
Conchobhar throws a left and a right that both miss
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Conchobhar looks to land a right hand but Republic moved out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Conchobhar misses the target.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Conchobhar throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Conchobhar scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Republic doesn't seem bothered though. #T4#
Conchobhar takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Conchobhar scores with a body shot.
Conchobhar throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Conchobhar misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Conchobhar misses with a right hand
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Republic scores with a jab to the body.
Conchobhar tries a head kick but it misses.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Conchobhar pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Conchobhar misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Conchobhar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A looping hook to the body misses from Republic. Conchobhar does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Herleifr Conchobhar dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Conchobhar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Conchobhar misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Republic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Conchobhar.
Conchobhar misses with a right hand
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Republic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Conchobhar.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Conchobhar misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a nice body shot.
Republic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Conchobhar misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conchobhar lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
A head kick by Conchobhar misses
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Conchobhar throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Conchobhar looks to score with a jab to the body but Republic is just out of range.#T1#
Conchobhar throws a push kick but Republic slaps the foot to one side.
Republic lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Republic tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Conchobhar misses with a body shot.
Conchobhar misses with a two punch combination.
Conchobhar fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Conchobhar misses with a low kick.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Conchobhar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a nice body shot.
Conchobhar misses with an uppercut.
Republic steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Conchobhar.
Republic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Conchobhar throws out the jab.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Conchobhar loads up on a big right hand but Republic slips the punch.
Republic steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Conchobhar.
Republic avoids the body shot from Conchobhar.
Republic dodges the punch combination from Conchobhar.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Banana Republic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Conchobhar swings for the body but Republic moves out of range.
Conchobhar misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Republic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Conchobhar.
Good exchange - Conchobhar coming out on top.
Conchobhar tests Republic's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Conchobhar throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Republic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Conchobhar throws out the jab.
Republic slips under a jab from Conchobhar.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Republic slips a jab and a cross from Conchobhar.
Conchobhar takes a swing at Republic's ribcage but misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Conchobhar throws out a loose jab but Republic uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Conchobhar misses with a hook. Republic ducked under it nicely.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Conchobhar misses with a looping left.
Republic dodges the punch combination from Conchobhar.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Republic gets a clinch. #BC2#
Republic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Conchobhar throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Conchobhar swings widly with a right hand
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Conchobhar throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Republic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A punch lands to the side of Republic 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T4#
Conchobhar throws a hook to the side of Republic's head but Republic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Some wild striking there from Conchobhar.
Herleifr Conchobhar is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Republic blocks a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Conchobhar misses the target.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Republic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Conchobhar.
Conchobhar throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a left to the body.
Nice defenses there by Republic.
Conchobhar misses with a looping right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Conchobhar misses with a hook.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Conchobhar bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CL2#
Republic has Conchobhar up against the cage in a clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Herleifr Conchobhar showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Conchobhar, 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 Damien Edna scores the fight 30:27
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Checkmate Championship 20
Date: Jan 30, 2021

#R1#
Republic avoids the head kick by DJ.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
DJ has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Desert Fitness & Training -13 Elites/1 Sensational in the buildup to the fight.
Republic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from DJ.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
DJ throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
DJ changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Republic tries to avoid it but DJ manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Republic to the ground. Republic escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
DJ changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A slow jab from DJ misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some wild striking there from DJ. #T1#
DJ falls off balance throwing a combination
and DJ takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
DJ throws a series of punches but Republic moves out of range.
DJ misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
DJ misses with a series of wild punches. #T2#
DJ swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
DJ sets himself, and Republic steps forward looking for the clinch! DJ avoids it this time.
DJ throws a left and a right that both miss
and Republic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
DJ misses with a left hand
and Republic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
DJ throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
DJ lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Republic circles away quickly and effectively.
Republic scores with a jab. DJ acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Republic connects with a body shot that sends DJ's belly button to the back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
DJ attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
DJ tries to land a front kick but Republic steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Republic unleashes a big counter combination but DJ bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Republic blocks a low kick nicely.
Republic throws out a counter right but DJ avoids it with no problem.
Some wild striking there from DJ.
Republic moves out of range of the body kick from DJ.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Republic keeps the fight on the outside.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Deontay DJ seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Republic moves out of range easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
DJ lands a slapping body shot.
DJ fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
DJ forces Republic back against the cage and clinches.
Republic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
DJ is trying to break free.#BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Republic keeps the fight on the outside.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Republic blocks a head kick by DJ.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Deontay DJ dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
DJ throws a hook but Republic blocks it.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Republic moves out of range easily.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
DJ throws a combination that misses
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Republic avoids the head kick by DJ.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Republic avoids the head kick by DJ.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good work by Republic as he checks the leg kick.
DJ misses with an uppercut. Republic saw that one coming.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
DJ misses with a looping right.#T1#
DJ walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
DJ misses with a series of wild punches.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
DJ tries to clinch but Republic is having none of it.
DJ misses with an attempted mid kick.
DJ fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Republic ducks right into an uppercut from DJ. #T2#
DJ misses with a body shot.
Republic connects with a body shot.
DJ misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
DJ throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
DJ throws a sloppy head kick and Republic moves out of range easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
DJ throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
A head kick misses from DJ.
Republic catches DJ with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Republic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DJ tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
DJ is looking to clinch.
Republic avoids the body shot from DJ.
Republic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from DJ.#T4#
DJ falls off balance throwing a combination
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
DJ throws a right and a left that Republic avoids nicely.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A good leg kick by DJ.
Deontay DJ is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
DJ throws a head kick but Republic moves out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
DJ throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL#
DJ moves into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Deontay DJ dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
DJ fails in his attempt to clinch.
DJ misses with a jab, cross combination.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from DJ with a body shot.
DJ on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Deontay DJ is winning the standup battle so far.
DJ throws a lazy head kick
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
DJ misses with a head kick.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DJ lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Republic circles away quickly and effectively.
DJ swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Republic connects with a body shot that sends DJ's belly button to the back.#T1#
DJ scores with a one two! Republic had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
DJ pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
DJ moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
DJ is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nice defenses there by Republic.
DJ throws a nice looking combination but Republic bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Republic throws out a counter right but DJ avoids it with no problem.
DJ throws a lazy head kick
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Banana Republic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
DJ jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Republic keeps the fight on the outside.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from DJ with a body shot.
Republic avoids the body shot from DJ.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from DJ with a body shot.
DJ throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Republic lands a straight punch to the body, keeping DJ at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
DJ tries to bum rush Republic with a series of wild strikes but Republic uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Republic circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
DJ looks for the body kick but Republic saw that one coming.
DJ throws a head kick that half lands.
DJ takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
DJ throws a head kick that Republic semi-blocks. #CL2#
Republic forces DJ back against the cage and clinches.#T4##BC#
DJ breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
DJ feints a jab promting Republic to slip. DJ then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Republic slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Deontay DJ is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.#CL#
DJ has managed to clinch.
Republic is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC2#
Republic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.

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

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

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

Event: Checkmate Championship 18
Date: Jan 09, 2021

#R1#
Oni throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A big right from Oni misses.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Republic slips under a jab from Oni.
Oni swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Oni misses with a right hand
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oni misses the shot to the body.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Oni throws a lazy uppercut
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Republic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Oni.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Oni rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Oni swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Republic.
Oni throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Oni scores with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oni throws an overhand right that lands on Republic's shoulder, as Republic tries to avoid the shot.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Oni misses with a low kick.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Republic blocks a jab.
Republic is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#T1#
Oni rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a right hand to the body.
Oni throws a leg kick
and Republic counters with a right hand to the body.
Some wild striking there from Republic.
Oni throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a left to the body.
Republic checks a low kick from Oni.
Olusola Oni seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oni throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Republic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Republic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Oni throws an off balance right hand
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Republic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Oni.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Republic is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Oni had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Oni misses with a low kick.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Oni throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Republic lands with a shot to the body.
We've been told by Oni's head coaches at Doom's Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Republic has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Republic there as he acknowledges the shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Oni misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T2#
Oni loads up on a big right hand but Republic slips the punch.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Oni throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice shot lands for Oni.
Oni throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Oni misses with a hook. Republic ducked under it nicely.
Oni throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a left to the body.
Republic has a takedown stuffed.
Oni cracks a nice hook into Republic's ribs.
Oni throws an overhand right that lands on Republic's shoulder, as Republic tries to avoid the shot.
Oni throws a jab but it's blocked by Republic.
Republic is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Oni swings widly with a right hand
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Oni throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Oni throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Oni throws a body shot but no joy.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Republic lands a body shot.
Oni throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL2#
and Republic moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Republic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Oni throws a right hand that misses
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Oni rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Oni throws a looping overhand right but Republic ducks down to avoid it.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Oni throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Good leg kick by Oni.
Republic moves out of range as Oni strikes.
Oni looks to land a right hand but Republic moved out of range.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T4#
Oni fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Republic on the side of the head.
Oni connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Republic's hands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Oni throws an overhand right that lands on Republic's shoulder, as Republic tries to avoid the shot.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Republic blocks a jab.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Oni lands with an overhand left.
Oni throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Oni misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Republic slips a straight right by Oni.
Oni thows a leg kick but Republic checks it
letting Republic counter with a right hand.
Oni thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big right from Oni misses.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Oni misses with a right hand
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
Olusola Oni is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Oni throws an off balance right hand
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Republic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Banana Republic dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Oni misses with an uppercut.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Oni swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oni swings widly with a right hand
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Oni scores with a jab to the jaw.
Oni swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Republic, as that shot connected.
Oni misses with a hook
and Republic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Oni swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Oni 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.
A looping hook to the body misses from Oni. Republic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Oni throws an off balance right hand
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Oni swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Oni looks to throw the jab but Republic is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Republic! But no joy.
Republic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Republic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Oni.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oni throws a shot from downtown. Republic moves away and avoids it.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Oni with a body shot.
Oni misses with a lunging right hand
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Oni throws a leg kick but Republic sees it coming and moves out of range.
Republic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A big right from Oni misses.
Oni misses with a hook
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Oni walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Republic checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Republic throws out a counter right but Oni avoids it with no problem.
Oni fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Republic checks it well.
Oni misses with a right hand
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Oni misses with an uppercut. Republic saw that one coming.
Banana Republic seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Oni throws the left hand but Republic avoids the punch easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Republic defending well as Oni loads up on a big left hand.
A little jabbing left from Republic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Oni swings widly with a right hand
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Oni throws a low kick but Republic avoids it.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Oni with a body shot.
Oni misses with a right hand
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Oni throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Oni misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Oni loads up on a big right hand but Republic slips the punch.
Oni swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Oni rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Oni throws an overhand right that lands on Republic's shoulder, as Republic tries to avoid the shot.
Oni stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Oni catches Republic with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A low kick from Oni is predictable there
and Republic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Oni throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Republic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Oni. #CL2#
Republic has taken the fight to the clinch.
Oni is trying to break the clinch but Republic has him pressed against the cage. #BC2#
Republic manages to break the clinch. #T3#
Oni throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Republic tries to close the distance and clinch but Oni swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Republic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Oni.
Oni attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
That kick from Oni tenderised Republic's leg. Republic is trying to keep his angry face on.
Oni rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Oni misses with an uppercut.
Republic steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Oni.
Oni throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#CL2#
Republic closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Republic keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Oni's efforts to push away.#BC2#
Republic breaks from the clinch.
Oni looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T4#
Republic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Oni lands a jab to the head.
Oni lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A low kick from Oni is predictable there
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oni swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Republic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Republic punishes Oni's body with a nice straight punch.
Oni swings widly with a right hand
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Oni swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A countering left hand to the body from Republic misses.
Oni misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a nice body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Banana Republic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Republic has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Oni finds it's way round the side to connect with Republic's head.
Oni moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Oni misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Oni thinking.
Republic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Oni missing with a left hand there. Republic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A shot to the body from Oni misses
and Republic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Oni throws a lazy uppercut
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
Republic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Oni.
Oni misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a right hand to the body.
Oni throws an overhand right that lands on Republic's shoulder, as Republic tries to avoid the shot.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Oni with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Republic moves into range and clinches up with Oni.
Oni tries to circle away but Republic has him pinned against the cage.#BC2#
Republic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Oni looks to land a left hand but Republic moved out of range nicely.
Oni misses with a looping left.
Oni scores with a nice right hand. #CL2#
Republic clinches up with Oni and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Republic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Oni throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Republic counters with a stiff right hand.
Republic moves away from the strike by Oni.
Oni throws a lazy right hand but Republic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Oni misses with an uppercut. Republic saw that one coming.
It seemed like Republic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Republic lands with a nice body punch.
Banana Republic is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Republic defending well as Oni loads up on a big left hand.
A swing and a miss from Oni.
Oni misses with a left hand
and Republic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Republic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Oni.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Oni with a body shot.
Oni throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Republic steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Oni.
Republic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Oni.
Oni rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Republic connects with a right hand. Oni shakes it off.
Republic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Republic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Oni misses with a right hand
and Republic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Oni misses with a hook.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Oni swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Republic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Oni with a body shot.
Republic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Oni.
Republic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Oni throws a leg kick
and Republic counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Oni thinking.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Oni misses with a left hand
and Republic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Oni throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Republic connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Oni looks to score with a jab to the body but Republic is just out of range.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Oni loads up on a big right hand but Republic slips the punch.
Oni looks to throw the jab but Republic is out of range.
Olusola Oni has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Oni takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CL2#
Republic darts in and clinches Oni up against the cage.
Oni trying to stall but Republic improves his position.
Republic blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4##BC2#
Republic manages to break the clinch.
Oni motions for Republic to come forward. Oni throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Oni throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Republic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Oni rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Oni throws a shot from downtown. Republic moves away and avoids it.
Republic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Oni throws a right hand that misses
enabling Republic to counter with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Oni throws an overhand right that lands on Republic's shoulder, as Republic tries to avoid the shot.
A nice side step and Republic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Oni throws a poor cross that misses
and Republic counters with a straight right hand.
Republic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Oni.
Republic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Oni throws a right hand that misses
and Republic counters with a nice body shot.
Oni rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Republic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oni misses with an uppercut
and Republic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Banana Republic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Republic 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: Checkmate Contenders 8
Date: Nov 25, 2020

#R1#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Republic!
Nolan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Republic's coach down at FF Forever was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Republic's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Banana Republic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Republic misses the jab.#KD#
Nolan lands a left and a right that send Republic crashing to the mat, dazed. Nolan thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Republic is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Banana Republic has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Republic misses with a body punch
and Nolan rattles Republic with a well-timed uppercut counter. - Republic tries to back away and recover but his hands are down low and he gets tagged again, sending him stumbling down to the canvas. Nolan dives in after him and quickly finishes the job with a trio of brutal punches, leaving Republic stiff and motionless on the mat!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Jon Nolan!

Event: Checkmate Fight Night 13
Date: Oct 24, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Schiff misses with a body shot.
Nice shot by Gardner.
Gardner looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Gardner clobbers Schiff with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Schiff throws a hook but Gardner blocks it.
Gardner misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schiff .
Schiff swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gardner appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Schiff misses with a looping left.
It looked like Gardner was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Schiff ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gardner moves away.
Schiff takes one to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Adam Schiff has been cut.
Schiff with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Gardner to score with a decent uppercut.
Schiff is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gardner.
Schiff avoids the body shot from Gardner.
Schiff displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Gardner.
Nice defenses there by Gardner.
Schiff throws a body shot but no joy.
Schiff 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.
Gardner lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Schiff avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Gardner has knocked Schiff down with a huge combo! Gardner steps away and waves a wobbly Schiff back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Schiff misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gardner.
Gardner closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Schiff throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Schiff looks to land a right hand but Gardner moved out of range.
Schiff tries to move into range but Gardner moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Schiff wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Gardner misses with a body shot.
Schiff swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gardner misses with the combination.
Schiff misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gardner.
Gardner fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Gardner doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Schiff takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CL#
Gardner clinches up with Schiff and pushes him back against the cage.
Gardner misses with the head strike.
Gardner lands a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Schiff misses with the head strike.
Gardner prevents a body shot from Schiff .
Schiff lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Schiff takes a shot to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Gardner.
Gardner lands a left hand.
Gardner throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Schiff blocks a body shot from Gardner.
Schiff scores with a nice hook to the head.
Schiff jumps guard but Gardner turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Gardner cracks Schiff with a nice body shot.
Schiff misses with some punches.
Schiff can't break the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Gardner scores with a nice short uppercut.
Schiff misses with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Gardner.
Gardner lands a shoulder strike.
Gardner doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Schiff jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Gardner walks away with a smile on his face. Schiff gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #KD#
Gardner lands a big right hand that sends Schiff crashing to the mat! Gardner stays standing though and waves Schiff back to his feet!#ROC#Schiff is rocked!
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Gardner sees an opening and throws a straight punch right through Schiff 's defenses. It connects perfectly with Schiff 's jaw and knocks him out cold! Wow - that's a contender for knockout of the year - absolutely brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Anton Gardner!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Anton Gardner made sure he mentioned Brooklyn Apothecary, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: Checkmate Knight Battle Finale
Date: Sep 19, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
King throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Schiff throws a jab when King was well out of range.
Schiff misses with a straight left.
King throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Schiff tests King's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT2#It looks like David King has been cut.
King throws a body punch but Schiff moves out of range.
King sets himself, and Schiff steps forward looking for the clinch! King avoids it this time.
King is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
King avoids the body shot from Schiff . #CL2#
Schiff drives through and clinches with King against the cage. #BC#
King pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
King lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Schiff at a distance.
King misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schiff .
Schiff wants to counter the offense by King and move into the clinch position.
Schiff rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and King counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
King scores with a punch to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schiff fakes high and swings low for a body shot but King manages to avoid it.
Schiff scores with a jab.
King is looking to wear down Schiff with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Schiff keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from King.
Schiff takes a swing at King's ribcage but misses. #T1#
King lands with a shot to the body.
Schiff throws a looping overhand right but King ducks down to avoid it.
Adam Schiff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
King avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
King went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Schiff pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
King lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Schiff throws an uppercut from half a mile away. King sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Schiff misses with a shot to the body
and King counters with a left to the body.
King slips a jab from Schiff .
King cracks Schiff with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
King moves out of range of the strikes.
A counter left hand to the body from King misses its target.
King avoids the body shot from Schiff .
King avoids the body shot from Schiff .
A cross from Schiff lands.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
King scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
King smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
King swings for the body but Schiff moves out of range.
Schiff throws an ugly left hook that misses
and King counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T2#
King misses with a hook.
Schiff throws a lazy right hand but King sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Schiff swings away with a body shot that misses
and King counters with a nice body shot.
Schiff takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Schiff moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Schiff takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
King swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Schiff wants to counter with a clinch but King pushes him away.
King scores with a jab to the body.
King uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Schiff .
Schiff misses with a lunging right hand
and King counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
King avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
King getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A swing and a miss from King.
Schiff ducks under a wild hook from King.
King misses with a wild body shot.
Schiff throws an overhand right that lands on King's shoulder, as King tries to avoid the shot. #T3#
Decent striking displayed by King there.
Schiff throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling King to counter with a crisp jab.
King lands with a shot to the body.
Schiff misses with a lunging right hand
and King counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
King is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Schiff throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Schiff misses with a lunging right hand
and King counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
King avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
King throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
King cracks Schiff with a good jab.
King lands with a cross.
Schiff throws a looping overhand right but King ducks down to avoid it. #CL2#
Schiff clinches.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
King breaks the clinch.
Schiff takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
King moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CUT2#David King's cut is getting worse.
Schiff waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract King.#T4#
King avoids the body shot from Schiff .
Schiff throws a sloppy body shot
and King counters with a nice uppercut.
King bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Schiff 's head backwards.
Schiff cracks King with an open hand slap.
King jabs Schiff to the body, keeping him at a distance.
King looks to throw the jab but Schiff is out of range.
Schiff tries to counter by closing the distance.
Schiff moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Schiff throws an ugly left hook that misses
and King counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
King throws a body shot but no joy.
A punch lands to the side of Schiff 's head but he takes it in his stride.
It looks like King has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Schiff tries to clinch but King moves away
and King cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
King with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Schiff misses with a right hand
and King cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Schiff misses the shot to the body.
King keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Schiff .
King cracks a nice hook into Schiff 's ribs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

David King dominated that round.
The cut man is working on David King'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#
Schiff misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from King.
King works Schiff 's body with a nice hook.
A slow jab from Schiff misses its intended target.
Schiff avoids the body shot from King.
Schiff lands a straight punch to the body, keeping King at a distance.
Schiff misses with a wild body shot.
Schiff avoids the body shot from King.
King blocks a jab.
King lands with a good body shot.
King jabs Schiff to the body, keeping him at a distance.
King looks to score with a jab to the body but Schiff is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schiff throws a predictable looking body shot
and King counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Schiff keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
King tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Schiff was well out of range. Poor timing from King.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts King, as that shot connected.
King fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Schiff manages to avoid it.#T1#
Schiff slips under a jab.
Schiff with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Schiff tries to clinch but King is having none of it.
Schiff misses with a body shot
letting King counter with a right hand.
King is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schiff can do to turn this around?
King scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT#It looks like Adam Schiff has been cut.
Schiff on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
King lands a glancing blow to the side of Schiff 's head.
Schiff throws the left hand but King avoids the punch easily.
Schiff looks to land a right hand but King moved out of range.
King throwing a counter right hand but Schiff manages to avoid it.
Nice straight punches there by King. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of King.
Schiff uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by King.
King lands with an overhand left.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schiff walks into a straight right hand from King.
King moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Schiff avoids the body shot from King.
David King is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
King darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Schiff ducks down and throws a hook to the body but King moves away.
Schiff swings for the body but King moves out of range.
King clobbers Schiff with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Schiff throws a right hand that misses
and King counters with a stiff right hand.
Schiff throws a body shot but no joy.
King feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Schiff s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
King uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Schiff .
King thuds a left hand into Schiff 's body.
A lazy left from King finds it's target.
King throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
King lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Schiff throws a jab but it's blocked by King.
Schiff stuns King with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Schiff 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.
Schiff takes a swing at King's ribcage but misses.
Schiff has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T3#
Schiff misses with a wild body shot.
King swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
King stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
King lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nice defenses there by King.
Schiff waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract King.
Nice uppercut there from King.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting King here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Schiff throws an overhand right that lands on King's shoulder, as King tries to avoid the shot.
King was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
King connects with a looping right hand.
King slips under a jab from Schiff .
Schiff is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by King.
King lands a glancing blow to the side of Schiff 's head.
Schiff throws a poor cross that misses
and King counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Schiff jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Schiff throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting King counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Schiff walks into a jab.#T4#
Schiff misses with an uppercut
and King counters with a nice uppercut.
Schiff scores with a nice strike.
King takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Good exchange - King coming out on top.
Schiff misses with a straight right.
A jab lands there for King.
King ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Schiff cracks King with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Schiff loads up on a big right hand but King slips the punch.
King throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Schiff stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL2#
Schiff clinches up against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
King is trying to force a seperation but Schiff has the dominant position.
King looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Schiff goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
King is trying to force a seperation but Schiff has the dominant position.
Schiff misses with the head strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

David King 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#
Schiff takes a swing at King's ribcage but misses.
Schiff walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Schiff takes a swing at King's ribcage but misses.
It looked like King was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Schiff .
King cracks a nice hook into Schiff 's ribs.
King lands a jab to the nose.
Schiff doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Schiff has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from King finds it's way round the side to connect with Schiff 's head.
The crowd cheers as King lands an impressive looking overhand right. Schiff doesn't seem phased though.
King pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Schiff back to the cage. King follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
King fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Schiff manages to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Schiff ! But no joy.
King lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Schiff avoids a punch combination nicely.
Schiff swings widly with a right hand
letting King counter with a right hand.
Schiff fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Schiff misses with a hook to the body
and King counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T1#
Schiff thuds his right hand into King's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The fighters circling - Schiff throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Schiff fakes high and swings low for a body shot but King manages to avoid it.
King connects with a jab.
Schiff swings widly with a right hand
and King counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
King stuns Schiff with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
King misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schiff .
Nice uppercut there from Schiff .#CUT2#David King's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Schiff tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but King was well out of range. Poor timing from Schiff .
King bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Schiff 's head backwards.
King misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schiff .
Good exchange - King coming out on top.
Schiff misses with a body punch
and King cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
King swings for the body but Schiff moves out of range. #T2#
King swings for the body but Schiff moves out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Schiff looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Schiff tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but King was well out of range. Poor timing from Schiff .
Nice defenses there by Schiff .
Schiff takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Schiff takes a jab right on the kisser.
Schiff on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Schiff rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and King counters with a straight right hand.
Schiff throws a right hand that misses
and King counters with a nice body shot.
King gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Schiff misses with a hook to the body
and King counters with a straight right hand.
King throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Schiff takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Schiff just misses with a punch to the body.
Schiff moves away from the strike by King.
Adam Schiff has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Schiff looks to score with a jab to the body but King is just out of range.
Schiff misses with a lunging right hand
and King counters with a left to the body.
Schiff lunges at King with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by King's hand.
King scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
King scores with the left hand. Schiff knows he should have avoided that one.
Schiff displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as King throws out the jab.
Schiff ducks under a wild hook from King.
Schiff swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Schiff misses the body punch
and King counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Schiff throws a lazy uppercut
and King counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Schiff tries to clinch up
and King counters with a left to the body.
Schiff misses with an uppercut
and King makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Nice defenses there by King.
King fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schiff tries to move into range but King moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Schiff throws a lazy uppercut
and King counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2#
Schiff closes the distance and pushes King back into the cage.#BC#
King breaks the clinch.
Schiff swings and misses with a shot to the body
and King counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Schiff moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
King tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Schiff was well out of range. Poor timing from King.
David King is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Schiff looks to land a right hand but King moved out of range.
Schiff drops King with a big left hand! King is injured, injured bad! Schiff jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Adam Schiff !
Adam Schiff really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Urban Fighter logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
The defeated David King had this to say: 'Goin' t'pub afterwards, have a few pints & move on to the next chapter. I couldn't be mithered with it all anyway, you know what I mean? Can't be arsed'.

Event: Checkmate Fight Night 10
Date: Aug 12, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Schiff swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Schiff has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Save America! TRUMP 2020! in the buildup to the fight.
Bigg throws a hook but Schiff blocks it.
Bigg throws a head kick that Schiff semi-blocks. #CUT2#It looks like Adam Schiff has been cut.
Bigg scores with a hook to the body. Schiff takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Schiff throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Adam Schiff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Schiff throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bigg sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bigg, as that shot connected.
Bigg misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bigg lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Schiff throws an off balance right hand
and Bigg makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Schiff really felt that one!
Bigg throws a lazy right hand but Schiff sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bigg lands a lovely overhand right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Schiff throws a series of punches but Bigg avoids them all with ease.
Bigg ducks under a wild hook from Schiff .
Bigg steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Schiff swings widly with a right hand
and Bigg connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice uppercut lands for Bigg. That snapped Schiff 's head back. #T1#
Bigg ducks under a wild hook from Schiff .
Schiff digs a good body shot into Bigg's ribs.
Schiff avoids the head kick by Bigg.
It looked like Schiff wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bigg throws a head kick that misses
and Schiff counters with a left to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Schiff . Bigg does a little dance to reset his feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Schiff misses the target.
Schiff misses with a looping left.
Schiff is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Bigg's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Schiff misses the shot to the body.
A countering left hand to the body from Bigg misses.
Schiff tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bigg was well out of range. Poor timing from Schiff .
Bigg scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Schiff lands a jab.
Bigg rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Schiff moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bigg is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Bigg walks into a straight right hand from Schiff .
A telegraphed right hand from Schiff misses the target.
Bigg has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Schiff lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Schiff throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bigg has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Bigg throws a combination that misses
and Schiff counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Schiff wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Schiff uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#KD#
Schiff drops Bigg with a beautiful combination! Bigg stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Schiff is looking for the KO!#ROC#Bigg is rocked!
Schiff fakes the body blow, causing Bigg to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Bigg goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Adam Schiff !
Adam Schiff really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Urban Fighter logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: Checkmate Championship 5
Date: Jul 25, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Schiff walks into a left hand.
Makowski looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Schiff throws a shot to the body.
Schiff throws a shot from downtown. Makowski moves away and avoids it.
Makowski has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Schiff finds it's way round the side to connect with Makowski's head. #CUT2#It looks like Karol Makowski has been cut.
Schiff ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Schiff fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Makowski takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Schiff throws a lazy right hand but Makowski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A slow jab from Schiff misses its intended target.
Schiff jabs Makowski to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Makowski takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schiff misses with a looping left.
Makowski takes one to the side of the head. #KD2#
Schiff cracks Makowski with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Makowski looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Schiff finish him? #ROC2#Makowski is rocked!
Schiff wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Oh Makowski is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Schiff looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Crack! Schiff connects with the perfect overhand right and Makowski falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Schiff !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Adam Schiff !
Adam Schiff made sure to mention his sponsor, Brooklyn Apothecary in his post fight interview.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 02, 2020

#R1#
Schiff uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from King.
King ducks under a wild hook from Schiff .
King appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Schiff misses with a right hand
and King counters with a left to the body.
Adam Schiff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
King throws a left and a right that both miss
and Schiff counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like David King has been cut.
Schiff lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
King definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Schiff has King up against the cage in a clinch.
King's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#ROC2#
King is rocked!
Schiff throws a big uppercut that drops King! More strikes from Schiff and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! King lies dazed against the cage as Schiff celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Adam Schiff !
After the big win, Adam Schiff made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Urban Fighter and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

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