Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: DC 55: Mfer vs Johnson
Date: May 27, 2023

#R1#
McBobbie lands with a nice body punch.
Lucas Iv throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McBobbie.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lucas Iv or perhaps it was just good defense by McBobbie, which made it look bad.
McBobbie lands with a straight right. Lucas Iv didn't see that one coming.
McBobbie connects with the punch.
McBobbie throws a hook to the side of Lucas Iv's head but Lucas Iv sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McBobbie looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McBobbie scores with a shot to the body. #TD#
McBobbie feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Lucas Iv is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and McBobbie dives into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#REVB#
Lucas Iv is trying to control McBobbie's posture but McBobbie avoids it.
McBobbie slows the pace down. #T1#
Lucas Iv is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lucas Iv taking a bit of punishment here - McBobbie scoring with strikes.
Lucas Iv takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
McBobbie sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Lucas Iv is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Lucas Iv tries to improve position but can't.
McBobbie grinds an elbow into Lucas Iv's temple.
McBobbie misses with the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv dodges the ground and pound from McBobbie.#T2#
McBobbie in side control lands a decent elbow.
McBobbie fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Lucas Iv takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Lucas Iv is trying to control McBobbie's posture but McBobbie avoids it.
Sloppy strikes there by McBobbie.
Lucas Iv tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lucas Iv looks to move to half guard but instead McBobbie has passed into mount! Damn!
Lucas Iv is wriggling around trying to escape.
McBobbie landing punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lucas Iv tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T3#
McBobbie lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Lucas Iv hang on?
Lucas Iv really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Lucas Iv is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
McBobbie looking to finish Lucas Iv with some ground and pound. This is bad for Lucas Iv!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lucas Iv trying desperately to get to his feet.
McBobbie raining down shots from the mount!
McBobbie trying to control but Lucas Iv is having none of it.
McBobbie punishing his opponent with strikes. #T4#
Lucas Iv can't escape the position.
McBobbie lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent. #ROC#Lucas Iv is rocked!
McBobbie unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Lucas Iv wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! McBobbie celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robbie McBobbie!
An out of breath Robbie McBobbie thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DC 45: It's Vegas Baby!
Date: Apr 22, 2023

#R1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Azarola lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Azarola misses with a punch on the inside.
Lucas Iv throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Azarola misses with a punch to the body.
Azarola swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Azarola keeps control of Lucas Iv as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Lucas Iv drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Our sources have told us that Lucas Iv has been working on his elbows in the gym.
A shot in the inside from Lucas Iv.
Still in the clinch, Azarola scores with a nice short uppercut.
Azarola cracks Lucas Iv with a nice body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv is looking to take this one to the mat.
A left hand lands to the body for Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Lucas Iv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Azarola blocks a body shot from Lucas Iv.
Azarola scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lucas Iv leaning his opponent against the cage.#T1#
Lucas Iv is looking to take this one to the mat.
Lucas Iv tries to stall but Azarola uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Azarola tries a body shot but Lucas Iv blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv is trying to maintain a safe position but Azarola gets an underhook and turns Lucas Iv into the cage.
Lucas Iv tries to score a body lock takedown but Azarola shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Azarola lands a shot to the body.
Lucas Iv swings wildly with an uppercut but Azarola uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Azarola - that landed with a thud.
A short right from Azarola.
Lucas Iv misses with a body punch.
Azarola goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lucas Iv blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lucas Iv misses with a punch to the body.
Azarola stops a takedown attempt from Lucas Iv. #T2#
A nice left hand lands by Azarola.
Lucas Iv changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Azarola fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Azarola lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Azarola stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Lucas Iv uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Azarola.
Lucas Iv misses with an uppercut.
Azarola lunges at Lucas Iv with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lucas Iv's hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Azarola lands with an overhand left.
Azarola thumps Lucas Iv with a low kick.
Azarola lands a jab.
Azarola cracks Lucas Iv with a right hand to the side of the head.
The crowd cheers as Azarola lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lucas Iv doesn't seem phased though.#T3#
Azarola stuffs the takedown.
Azarola swings widly with a right hand #CL#
and Lucas Iv moves into the clinch.
Azarola lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Lucas Iv or not.
Azarola digs a right hand into Lucas Iv's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lucas Iv's gas tank.
Azarola lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lucas Iv backwards.
Lucas Iv wants a takedown.
Lucas Iv goes for a takedown attempt but Azarola pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Lucas Iv is breathing heavily.
Azarola pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lucas Iv half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Azarola. That snapped Lucas Iv's head back.
Azarola with a hook.
Lucas Iv fails to land the takedown.
Lucas Iv misses with a wild body shot.
Azarola cracks Lucas Iv with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lucas Iv misses with a shot to the body
and Azarola counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lucas Iv takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Azarola cracks Lucas Iv with a good jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by Azarola.
Azarola misses with a hook #TD#
so Lucas Iv counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Lucas Iv stops Azarola from standing up.
Azarola pulls Lucas Iv in close to prevent any damage.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Azarola keeps moving.
Azarola is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Azarola avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zigor Azarola dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Good work by Lucas Iv as he checks the leg kick.
Lucas Iv tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Azarola swivels and escapes.
Azarola moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Azarola throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Azarola throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Azarola lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lucas Iv on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Azarola. Azarola obviously looking to wear him down.
Azarola stuffs the takedown.
Azarola throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Azarola moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Azarola is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Azarola wants to clinch
and Lucas Iv counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1#
Azarola tries to land a front kick but Lucas Iv steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Zigor Azarola seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Azarola moves into the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Azarola creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Azarola misses with a punch to the body.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Azarola tries to work over Lucas Iv's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Azarola doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Azarola.
Azarola misses with a body punch.
Lucas Iv misses with a punch to the body.
Azarola misses with a hook to the ribs.
Azarola stops a takedown attempt from Lucas Iv.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Lucas Iv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Azarola misses with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Azarola.
Lucas Iv is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Azarola pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Lucas Iv working aggressively here.
Azarola tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lucas Iv's elbow.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Azarola.#T2#
Azarola lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Lucas Iv or not.
Lucas Iv prevents a body shot from Azarola.
Zigor Azarola seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Lucas Iv blocks a body shot from Azarola.
A bit of stalling here from Azarola.
Lucas Iv misses with the head strike.
Azarola misses with the head strike.
Azarola digs a right hand into Lucas Iv's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lucas Iv's gas tank.
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!
Azarola lands with a right to the head.
Azarola lands with a right to the head.
Lucas Iv struggles to land a body shot inside as Azarola controls his hands.
Lucas Iv tries to score a body lock takedown but Azarola shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Azarola tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Azarola misses with a punch on the inside.
Azarola pushes Lucas Iv back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Azarola.
Azarola can't find room to land a body shot as Lucas Iv controls the action.
Azarola pushes Lucas Iv back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Azarola is pressed up against the cage. Lucas Iv has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Azarola down to the mat. Azarola avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Azarola cracks Lucas Iv with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Azarola has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A telegraphed right hand from Azarola misses the target.
Azarola throws a front kick aimed at Lucas Iv's knee but Lucas Iv avoids it well.
Azarola connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lucas Iv momentarily.
Lucas Iv moves out of range as Azarola strikes.
Lucas Iv ducks under a wild hook from Azarola.
Lucas Iv tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Zigor Azarola seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lucas Iv takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Azarola throws a big shot that misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Azarola.
Azarola throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lucas Iv takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lucas Iv 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#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Azarola lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Lucas Iv changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Azarola tries to avoid it but Lucas Iv manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Azarola to the ground. Azarola escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Lucas Iv is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nice sprawl there from Azarola as Lucas Iv shoots in.
Azarola digs a good body shot into Lucas Iv's ribs.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Azarola moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lucas Iv steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Azarola.#CL2#
Azarola clinches with his opponent.
Lucas Iv blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A body shot lands from Azarola.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Azarola lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lucas Iv.
Azarola misses with the head strike.
Azarola being controlled against the cage.
Lucas Iv is looking to control Azarola's arms but Azarola gets an underhook and turns him. Now Lucas Iv has his back to the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zigor Azarola showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Lucas Iv takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Lucas Iv avoids the body shot from Azarola.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Lucas Iv crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Azarola - the referee stops the clock and Lucas Iv gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Azarola. Lucas Iv manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
A lazy left from Azarola finds it's target.
Lucas Iv throws a shot from downtown. Azarola moves away and avoids it.
A cross from Azarola lands.
Azarola lands a jab to the head.
Good leg kick by Azarola.
Frank Lucas Iv is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Lucas Iv clinches with his opponent.
Azarola has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Azarola lands a hook that snaps the head of Lucas Iv backwards.
Azarola lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lucas Iv tries for a takedown. No joy.
A left hand lands to the body for Azarola.
Lucas Iv blocking some punches.
Lucas Iv drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Azarola gets the underhooks and prevents it. #T1#
A right handed body shot lands from Azarola.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lucas Iv misses with a hook to the ribs.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Azarola struggles to land a body shot inside as Lucas Iv controls his hands.
Lucas Iv tries for a takedown but Azarola manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Lucas Iv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lucas Iv is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Azarola is defending well.
Azarola lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lucas Iv looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Azarola throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lucas Ivs head.
Lucas Iv trying to stall but Azarola improves his position.
Azarola struggles to land a body shot inside as Lucas Iv controls his hands.
Azarola works on Lucas Iv's body with a couple of short punches.
Lucas Iv has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Azarola scores with a hook to the body.#T2#
Lucas Iv has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Azarola avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Azarola lands an uppercut.
Lucas Iv tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Azarola.
Azarola makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Azarola misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Azarola lands with a right to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lucas Iv tries to score a body lock takedown but Azarola shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Azarola lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lucas Iv backwards.
Azarola lands an uppercut.
Azarola blocks an elbow strike.
Azarola doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #TD#
Azarola is fighting off a takedown attempt but Lucas Iv is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Azarola to the mat. Azarola regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.

Azarola has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Lucas Iv off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
A solid leg kick lands there for Azarola. #T3#
Lucas Iv slips under a jab from Azarola.
An inside leg kick lands from Azarola.
Azarola connects with a solid leg kick.
Azarola throws a shot to the body.
Azarola wants to clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Azarola. Lucas Iv does a little dance to reset his feet.
As Azarola looks to move away, Lucas Iv throws a big counter combo but Azarola just gets out of the way.
Lucas Iv takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Azarola doesn't manage to clinch there - Lucas Iv circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Azarola looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Azarola closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T4#
Lucas Iv can't find room to land a body shot as Azarola controls the action.
A right handed body shot lands from Azarola.
Azarola lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #TD#
Lucas Iv has hold of one of Azarola's legs. Azarola is fighting the takedown attempt but Lucas Iv gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Azarola keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully.
Lucas Iv loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lucas Iv content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Azarola looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Azarola can do anything to dispel that myth.
Azarola looking to control.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lucas Iv's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lucas Iv distracts Azarola with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Frank Lucas Iv has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lucas Iv stopping the sweep attempt from Azarola.#SUB#
Lucas Iv postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Azarola is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Lucas Iv, into his guard. #REVB#

And that's the end of the fight!
Zigor Azarola comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Azarola 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 26:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 26:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 26:30

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

Event: DC 36: Tenkula vs Muromets
Date: Mar 19, 2023

#R1#
Diesel is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lucas Iv throws a right and a left that Diesel avoids nicely.
Diesel connects with the punch.
Diesel dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Lucas Iv forces Diesel back against the cage and clinches.
Lucas Iv wants a takedown but no success here.
Lucas Iv goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Diesel trying to land knees to the body.
Diesel misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diesel is pushing Lucas Iv up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Diesel. #TD2#
Lucas Iv turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Lucas Iv manages to end up in side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The ground and pound from Lucas Iv seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #T1#
Diesel avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Lucas Iv.
Diesel is trying to get back to half guard.
Lucas Iv misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
The ground and pound from Lucas Iv seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Lucas Iv with the ground and pound but Diesel regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Diesel is looking to escape.
Lucas Iv drops an elbow to the side of Diesel's head.
Lucas Iv is looking to take a break and control but Diesel is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Diesel is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lucas Iv is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2#
Lucas Iv missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lucas Iv working the head and body with strikes.
Lucas Iv missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lucas Iv has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lucas Iv thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Diesel's head.
Diesel is trying to stand back up but Lucas Iv is controlling him
Lucas Iv looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Diesel with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Diesel blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv wants to pass the guard but Diesel is defending well.
Diesel has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lucas Iv is working away from the top position though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Diesel manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Diesel has momentary wrist control but Lucas Iv slips an elbow through the middle.#T3#
Diesel is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lucas Iv is controlling him.
Diesel preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #ES#
Diesel pushes Lucas Iv off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Lucas Iv moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CL#
Diesel gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Diesel is working Lucas Iv over against the cage.
Lucas Iv is trying to drag Diesel to the mat but Diesel just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
The referee calls for Lucas Iv to work.
I was talking to Diesel's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Lucas Iv has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Diesel is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Kloockz Diesel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Lucas Iv.
Diesel tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lucas Iv avoids it.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Lucas Iv is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T4#
Diesel cracks Lucas Iv with a nice body shot.
Lucas Iv is trying to drag Diesel to the mat but Diesel just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Diesel has a couple of punches blocked by Lucas Iv.
A short body shot lands from Diesel as the two fighters clinch.
Diesel lands with a right to the head.
Lucas Iv takes a shot to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lucas Iv is trying to pull guard but Diesel turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Diesel throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lucas Ivs head.
A short uppercut from Lucas Iv.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Diesel.
Diesel scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lucas Iv taking a breather.
Diesel digs a right hand underneath Lucas Iv's ribcage. Lucas Iv let out a lung full of air as it connected.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kloockz Diesel dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##CL2#
Lucas Iv rushes Diesel and presses him up against the cage.
Diesel stops a takedown attempt from Lucas Iv.
Diesel struggles to land a body shot inside as Lucas Iv controls his hands.
A bit of stalling here from Diesel.
Lucas Iv tries to stall but Diesel uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Lucas Iv is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Diesel pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Diesel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lucas Iv can do to turn this around?
Diesel stalling the fight.
Diesel gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Lucas Iv.
Kloockz Diesel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Lucas Iv.
Diesel trying to control the position but instead, Lucas Iv has worked for underhooks and has pushed Diesel into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diesel lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Diesel lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #TD2#
Lucas Iv lands a takedown into guard.
Lucas Iv is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T1#
Lucas Iv slips nicely into half guard.
Diesel is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Diesel avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lucas Iv.
Diesel controlling the position well.
Lucas Iv thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Diesel's head.
Lucas Iv throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Diesel is trying to maintain the position but Lucas Iv is very close to passing his half guard.
Diesel avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv is keen to just control but Diesel is a slippery customer.
Lucas Iv is nestled in close to Diesel, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T2#
Lucas Iv wants to pass the guard but Diesel is defending well.
Lucas Iv working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Lucas Iv lands with a punch from half guard.
Lucas Iv misses with a head shot. Diesel uses the momentum to regain guard.
Diesel tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Diesel utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lucas Iv being controlled here momentarily.
Lucas Iv throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T3#
Lucas Iv in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Frank Lucas Iv has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lucas Iv working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Diesel keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lucas Iv circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Lucas Iv instigates a clinch.
Lucas Iv tries to score a body lock takedown but Diesel shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Diesel is looking to control Lucas Iv's arms but Lucas Iv gets an underhook and turns him. Now Diesel has his back to the cage.
Diesel has Lucas Iv pushed against the cage.
Diesel scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Diesel throws a punch but it's blocked by Lucas Iv.
Diesel looking to slow down the pace here.
Diesel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lucas Iv drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #T4#
Diesel lands with a light punch inside.
Lucas Iv managing to block the knees to the body from Diesel.
Diesel working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Diesel struggles to land a body shot inside as Lucas Iv controls his hands.
Diesel lands a body shot in the clinch.
Lucas Iv drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Come on Diesel - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Diesel prevents a body shot from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Diesel.
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 Kloockz Diesel will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Diesel tries to clinch but Lucas Iv is having none of it.
Lucas Iv keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Diesel.
Lucas Iv drops his hands momentarily and Diesel takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Diesel throws out a loose jab but Lucas Iv uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD2#
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Diesel wants to get back to full guard.
Lucas Iv seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv slips a nice elbow through Diesel's hands, connecting with Diesel's forehead.
Lucas Iv slips a nice elbow through Diesel's hands, connecting with Diesel's forehead.
Lucas Iv thows a huge punch but Diesel dodges it nicely.
Lucas Iv working Diesel over with strikes.
Lucas Iv seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T1#
Diesel blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv controlling the action here.
Lucas Iv sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Diesel defending well though.
Diesel is refusing to be controlled, as Lucas Iv sits in half guard.
Diesel is controlling Lucas Iv's trapped leg to prevent Lucas Iv from advancing to side control.
Lucas Iv trying to control from Diesel's half guard. Diesel has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Lucas Iv throws a big elbow that misses.
Lucas Iv is looking to work some ground and pound but Diesel has wrist control.
Diesel keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully.
Lucas Iv throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lucas Iv throws a strike but Diesel rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Lucas Iv is wriggling around but Diesel manages to pass to half guard. #SU#
Diesel stands up from half guard.
Diesel tries to clinch up.
Diesel looks to score with a jab to the body but Lucas Iv is just out of range.
Lucas Iv misses with a takedown attempt - Diesel sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Diesel uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Diesel bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T3#
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
Lucas Iv fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Diesel, pushing him back against the cage.
Diesel dodges an elbow strike from Lucas Iv.
Diesel scores with a shoulder strike.
Nice body punch from Diesel - that landed with a thud.
Diesel just leaning against Lucas Iv, taking a breather.
Diesel doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lucas Iv pushes off an throws an elbow but Diesel leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Lucas Iv letting Diesel take a breather here.
Diesel looking to stall.
A nice left hand lands by Diesel.
Lucas Iv comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #T4#
Lucas Iv takes a knee to the side of the body.
Lucas Iv takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Diesel is trying to stall.
Diesel can't find room to land a body shot as Lucas Iv controls the action.
Diesel is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Kloockz Diesel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Lucas Iv.
Diesel has a couple of punches blocked by Lucas Iv.
Diesel stalling in the clinch but Lucas Iv improves position.
Diesel throws a punch but it's blocked by Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv tries for a takedown. No joy. #TD2#
Lucas Iv has Diesel pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Lucas Iv pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Diesel tumbling to the mat - Lucas Iv dives into Diesel's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lucas Iv prevents Diesel from getting back to his feet.
Lucas Iv preventing the sweep.
Frank Lucas Iv has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kloockz Diesel is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lucas Iv is looking to work some ground and pound but Diesel has wrist control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kloockz Diesel showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Diesel, 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: DC 28: Tenkula vs Esposito
Date: Feb 18, 2023

#R1#
Del Torro throws a lazy right hand but Lucas Iv sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Del Torro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lucas Iv lands a nice looking body shot.
Del Torro throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Lucas Iv counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Lucas Iv throwing shots but Del Torro is blocking nicely.
Del Torro avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Del Torro to regain full guard.
Lucas Iv looking to pass the guard.
Del Torro utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv postures up and lands a big shot to Del Torro's brow.
Lucas Iv postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Del Torro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lucas Iv wanted to stand there but Del Torro had control of the position. #T1#
Lucas Iv throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lucas Iv with a nice head shot there.
Lucas Iv postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Del Torro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lucas Iv sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A head kick by Del Torro misses
letting Lucas Iv counter with a right hand. #TD2#
Del Torro gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Lucas Iv throwing strikes but missing.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Del Torro is working from the bottom. #T2#
Del Torro keeping full guard, as Lucas Iv tries to pass.
Del Torro seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Del Torro is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lucas Iv accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lucas Iv loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lucas Iv trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Del Torro misses with a low kick.
Lucas Iv unleashes a big counter combination but Del Torro bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Del Torro swings widly with a right hand
and Lucas Iv counters with a nice body shot.
Arturo Del Torro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice uppercut there from Del Torro.#T3#
Lucas Iv has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Del Torro.#TD2#
Lucas Iv closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Del Torro's guard.

Del Torro kicks Lucas Iv off and gets to his feet.
Lucas Iv shoots in for a double leg but Del Torro sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Del Torro is looking to counter with head kicks.#CL2#
Lucas Iv drives through and clinches with Del Torro against the cage.
Del Torro misses with some punches.
Lucas Iv tries to work over Del Torro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Del Torro pushes Lucas Iv back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lucas Iv drops down looking for an ankle pick but Del Torro pulls his leg out and moves away.
Del Torro misses with a right hand
and Lucas Iv cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Del Torro misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Lucas Iv counters with a takedown into side control.
Del Torro avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Lucas Iv trying to control the action but Del Torro is working from the bottom. #T4#
Lucas Iv is working Del Torro over with some ground and pound from side control.
Lucas Iv working the ground and pound but Del Torro is defending the strikes.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position but Del Torro is working away.
Lucas Iv wants to take a breather but Del Torro manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv is looking to work some ground and pound but Del Torro has wrist control.
Lucas Iv has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Del Torro is working from the bottom.
Del Torro wants to stand but Lucas Iv is controlling the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Del Torro jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD2#
Lucas Iv scores with a takedown into Del Torro's guard.
Frank Lucas Iv has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lucas Iv connects with a couple of short punches.
Del Torro is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Lucas Iv slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Lucas Iv pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Del Torro is keeping the position for now.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Del Torro keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv throwing strikes but missing.
Lucas Iv throws a strike but Del Torro rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T1#
Lucas Iv is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Del Torro preventing the sweep.
Lucas Iv wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Del Torro postures up.
Del Torro tries to free his leg and advance position but Lucas Iv is retaining full guard.
Lucas Iv can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Del Torro controls the pace.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Lucas Iv is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Del Torro throws a shot from downtown. Lucas Iv moves away and avoids it.
Nice sprawl there from Del Torro as Lucas Iv shoots in.
Lucas Iv fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Del Torro avoids it really well and circles away.
Del Torro throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Lucas Iv counters with a shoot takedown. Del Torro fights it but they end up in guard.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Del Torro is working from the bottom.
Lucas Iv trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lucas Iv throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Del Torro works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lucas Iv accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T3#
Lucas Iv postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Del Torro utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Del Torro working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lucas Iv.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Del Torro is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Lucas Iv lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Del Torro connects with a jab.
Del Torro throws a head kick but Lucas Iv moves out of range.
Lucas Iv ducks under a wild hook from Del Torro.
Lucas Iv fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD2#
Lucas Iv drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Del Torro keeps moving.
Lucas Iv postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4#
Lucas Iv throws a big elbow that misses.
Lucas Iv working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Del Torro keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully.
Del Torro has momentary wrist control but Lucas Iv slips an elbow through the middle.
Lucas Iv keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Del Torro's head.
Del Torro avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
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!
Lucas Iv postures up in Del Torro's guard and throws a big left but Del Torro blocks it.
Lucas Iv seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lucas Iv takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Lucas Iv bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lucas Iv lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv 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##TD2#
Lucas Iv looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Del Torro!
Lucas Iv creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Lucas Iv lands a nice forearm strike.
Lucas Iv landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Del Torro avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv is looking to take a break and control but Del Torro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lucas Iv has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lucas Iv throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv wants to control but Del Torro is keeping him busy.
Lucas Iv tries to score with some ground and pound. Del Torro controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #T1#
Lucas Iv misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Lucas Iv is chipping away with strikes.
Lucas Iv working the ground and pound but Del Torro is defending the strikes.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Del Torro on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Lucas Iv misses with the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv misses with the ground and pound.
Del Torro avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Lucas Iv.
Del Torro is trying to escape the position but Lucas Iv is controlling the position.
Lucas Iv in side control, throwing shots but Del Torro defends.
Del Torro is trying to escape the position but Lucas Iv is controlling the position.
Lucas Iv looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Del Torro is avoiding damage well.
Arturo Del Torro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Lucas Iv throws a strike aimed at the side of Del Torro's head but Del Torro avoids it well.
Del Torro takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Lucas Iv in side control, throwing shots but Del Torro defends.
Del Torro is letting Lucas Iv control him for a moment.
Lucas Iv tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Lucas Iv throws an elbow but Del Torro slips to the side and avoids it well.
Lucas Iv working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Lucas Iv in side control, throwing shots but Del Torro defends.
Lucas Iv controls the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Lucas Iv changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Del Torro looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Lucas Iv lands a few punches from side control.#T3#
Lucas Iv controlling the position from side mount.
Lucas Iv trying to control the action but Del Torro is working from the bottom.
Lucas Iv lands a nice forearm strike.
Lucas Iv misses with the ground and pound.
Del Torro parries the strikes from Lucas Iv easily there. Lucas Iv is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Del Torro to escape.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position but Del Torro is working away. #SUB2#
Lucas Iv is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Del Torro knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Lucas Iv prevents Del Torro from escaping the position.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lucas Iv throws a strike aimed at the side of Del Torro's head but Del Torro avoids it well.
Frank Lucas Iv is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lucas Iv creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Lucas Iv taking a breather here.
Lucas Iv wants to control but Del Torro is keeping him busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lucas Iv tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Lucas Iv in side control, just content to control the action for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Frank Lucas Iv comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Lucas Iv 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frank Lucas Iv!
Our winner, Frank Lucas Iv, 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: DC 21: Dye vs Diego
Date: Jan 22, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Lucas Iv gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Rivers has a couple of punches blocked by Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lucas Iv has Rivers pushed against the cage.
I was talking to Rivers's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Rivers.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Lucas Iv blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rivers misses with the head strike.
With the fighters up against the cage, Lucas Iv throws an elbow but misses.
Rivers misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lucas Iv goes for a takedown in the clinch but Rivers prevents it.
A right hook to the body lands for Rivers.
Lucas Iv drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rivers misses with the head strike. #TD2#
Rivers is fighting off a takedown attempt but Lucas Iv is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Rivers to the mat. Rivers regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB#
Rivers is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lucas Iv is aware though and is defending well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lucas Iv makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T1##SUB#
Rivers looking for a guillotine here but Lucas Iv defends easily.
Lucas Iv working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Rivers is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Rivers looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Lucas Iv got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rivers has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lucas Iv has managed to get both his arms back between Rivers's legs - danger averted.
Lucas Iv is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Lucas Iv trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Rivers is looking for a triangle but Lucas Iv pushes his legs off easily.
Lucas Iv keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Rivers's head.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Rivers is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB#
Rivers is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lucas Iv is aware though and is defending well.
Lucas Iv postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Rivers escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lucas Iv gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lucas Iv postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lucas Iv lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Rivers is working from the bottom.
Lucas Iv working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Rivers escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lucas Iv gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lucas Iv landing with the ground and pound. #T3##SUB#
Rivers is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lucas Iv is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lucas Iv looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Lucas Iv throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Rivers works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Lucas Iv scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Lucas Iv is in close to Rivers's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Rivers is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Rivers looking for a triangle here. Lucas Iv is fighting it but it looks tight! Rivers pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Lucas Iv is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Phil Rivers!
A very excited looking Phil Rivers made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: DC Intermission 1
Date: Dec 10, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Lucas Iv looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for McBobbie!
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
The referee asks Lucas Iv politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Lucas Iv prefers to stall for the moment though.
McBobbie is not content to let Lucas Iv control the position.
McBobbie manages to work his way to half guard, despite Lucas Iv's best efforts.
Lucas Iv wants to control but McBobbie is keeping him busy.
Lucas Iv prevents McBobbie from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lucas Iv thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed McBobbie's head.
McBobbie is concentrating on defense, preventing Lucas Iv from advancing position.
Lucas Iv not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Lucas Iv throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lucas Iv throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lucas Iv thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McBobbie wants to control but Lucas Iv is keeping busy.
Lucas Iv prevents McBobbie from improving his position.
McBobbie trying to control from the bottom.
Lucas Iv prevents McBobbie from improving his position.
Lucas Iv lands with a punch from half guard. #T1#
McBobbie wants to get back to full guard.
McBobbie wants to control but Lucas Iv is keeping busy and won't allow it.
McBobbie controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
McBobbie wants to improve his position but Lucas Iv is controlling well.
McBobbie keeping control of the position.
McBobbie wants to improve his position but Lucas Iv is controlling well.
Lucas Iv lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
McBobbie keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lucas Iv scoring with strikes to the body and head.
McBobbie has his hands clasped together around Lucas Iv's back. He's all about the action.
McBobbie makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McBobbie.#T2#
Lucas Iv lands a couple of digs.
Lucas Iv connects with a couple of short punches.
McBobbie is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lucas Iv working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of McBobbie's head.
McBobbie looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McBobbie pulls Lucas Iv in to control the position.
Lucas Iv passes McBobbie's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Lucas Iv thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed McBobbie's head.
Lucas Iv thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
McBobbie wants to get back to full guard.
McBobbie trying to control from the bottom.
Lucas Iv takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
McBobbie wants to control but Lucas Iv is keeping busy and won't allow it.
McBobbie blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
McBobbie desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Lucas Iv is looking to take a break and control but McBobbie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
McBobbie keeping control of the position.
McBobbie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McBobbie is trying to control but can't.
McBobbie is looking for a sweep. Lucas Iv is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lucas Iv thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed McBobbie's head.
Lucas Iv lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Lucas Iv prevents McBobbie from improving his position.
Lucas Iv thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed McBobbie's head.
McBobbie is controlling Lucas Iv's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Lucas Iv not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Lucas Iv drops an elbow to the side of McBobbie's head.
The fighters are battling for position here. McBobbie manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lucas Iv postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T4#
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but McBobbie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lucas Iv is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
McBobbie pulls Lucas Iv in close to prevent any damage.
McBobbie tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McBobbie managing to control the position.
Lucas Iv with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
McBobbie tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lucas Iv trying to control but McBobbie is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lucas Iv in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
McBobbie lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
McBobbie cracks Lucas Iv with a solid left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Lucas Iv tries to bum rush McBobbie with a series of wild strikes but McBobbie uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Robbie McBobbie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Lucas Iv enables McBobbie to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Lucas Iv manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Lucas Iv has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Lucas Iv manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. McBobbie manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Frank Lucas Iv has got the better of the ground game so far.
McBobbie preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lucas Iv preventing the sweep.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but McBobbie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lucas Iv stopping the sweep attempt from McBobbie.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McBobbie is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Lucas Iv has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lucas Iv looking to pass the guard.
Lucas Iv postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
McBobbie looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lucas Iv is one step ahead there. #T1#
McBobbie has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Lucas Iv is looking to work some ground and pound but McBobbie has wrist control.
Lucas Iv trying to control but McBobbie is working from the bottom.
Lucas Iv working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
McBobbie manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lucas Iv manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Lucas Iv wants to stand and escape but McBobbie is having none of it.
McBobbie wants to pass the guard but Lucas Iv is keeping the position.
McBobbie is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
McBobbie throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
Lucas Iv is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lucas Iv looking to hit a scissor sweep but McBobbie is one step ahead there.
McBobbie postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position.
Lucas Iv wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and McBobbie is now in half guard.
Nice strikes from McBobbie there.
Lucas Iv keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T3#
McBobbie lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
McBobbie lands with a punch from half guard.
McBobbie slips a nice elbow through Lucas Iv's hands, connecting with Lucas Iv's forehead.
Lucas Iv is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McBobbie is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Lucas Iv tries to get to full guard but McBobbie has control of the leg.
McBobbie seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
McBobbie thows a huge punch but Lucas Iv dodges it nicely. #T4#
McBobbie lands strikes from half guard.
McBobbie scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Lucas Iv is refusing to be controlled, as McBobbie sits in half guard.
McBobbie has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Lucas Iv is looking to control McBobbie's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lucas Iv avoid being mounted?
Lucas Iv is staying active underneath McBobbie, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lucas Iv works his way to full guard. Good work.
McBobbie with a flurry of punches that miss.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lucas Iv can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as McBobbie controls the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Robbie McBobbie dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
McBobbie displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lucas Iv.
McBobbie paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McBobbie but McBobbie pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
McBobbie shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Lucas Iv manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
McBobbie controls from within his opponent's guard.
McBobbie throwing strikes from guard but Lucas Iv blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position. #T1#
Lucas Iv keeping moving, preventing McBobbie from controlling successfully.
Lucas Iv has his hands on McBobbie's head, controlling the position.
Lucas Iv's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
McBobbie with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
McBobbie stopping the sweep attempt from Lucas Iv.
McBobbie is looking to work some ground and pound but Lucas Iv has wrist control.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lucas Iv working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McBobbie.
Lucas Iv wants to stand up but McBobbie is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
McBobbie throws out a loose jab but Lucas Iv uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lucas Iv staying out of range there.
Lucas Iv slips under a jab from McBobbie.
Lucas Iv changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD#
Lucas Iv tries to sprawl but McBobbie drives through with a takedown into half guard.
McBobbie not landing any meaningful shots this time.
McBobbie wants to control but Lucas Iv is keeping him busy.
McBobbie not doing much here.
McBobbie not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Lucas Iv tries to get to full guard but McBobbie has control of the leg. #T3#
McBobbie working the head and body with strikes.
Lucas Iv is trying to get back to full guard.
McBobbie thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lucas Iv's head.
Lucas Iv wants to improve his position but McBobbie is controlling well.
McBobbie looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Lucas Iv with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Lucas Iv is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Lucas Iv is trying to maintain the position but McBobbie is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
McBobbie trying to control the action but Lucas Iv is working from the bottom.
Lucas Iv on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
McBobbie lands strikes from half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McBobbie throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Lucas Iv is looking for a sweep. McBobbie is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McBobbie throwing shots but Lucas Iv is blocking nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Robbie McBobbie showed his dominance in that final round.
Well McBobbie 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robbie McBobbie!

Event: DC 7: Turgeon vs Thorn
Date: Nov 12, 2022

#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Lucas Iv or perhaps it was just good defense by Battleby, which made it look bad.
Lucas Iv dives in for a single leg takedown but Battleby sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#BC2#
Battleby breaks from the clinch.
Lucas Iv shoots in looking for a takedown. Battleby tries to sprawl out of it but Lucas Iv keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Battleby manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Lucas Iv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A left lands for Battleby.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Battleby misses the jab.#TD#
Lucas Iv shoots in and bounces Battleby off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Battleby keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully. #T1#
Battleby wants to sweep here but Lucas Iv controlling him for the moment.
Battleby wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Battleby utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Battleby holds on and takes a little breather.
Lucas Iv loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lucas Iv in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Battleby utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Battleby looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lucas Iv throws a big elbow that misses.
Battleby looking for a sweep. Not yet Battleby, not yet.
Battleby looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lucas Iv has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Lucas Iv is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T2#
Battleby looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lucas Iv postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lucas Iv stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Battleby swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lucas Iv looking to sit in guard and control but Battleby gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Battleby looking to pass the guard.
Lucas Iv pulls Battleby in close to his closed guard and prevents Battleby from doing any damage or advancing position.
Battleby slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Battleby in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Lucas Iv is pushing Battleby's head away, looking to escape. Battleby manages to hold on to the position though.#T3#
Battleby staying calm.
Battleby advances to full mount.
Battleby looking to control and managing it successfully.
Lucas Iv is in all sorts of trouble here.
Battleby sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lucas Iv working to try and regain half 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.
Lucas Iv is controlling an arm, preventing Battleby from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Battleby controlling from mount.
Lucas Iv is trying to escape the mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Battleby fails to advance to Lucas Iv's back.
Lucas Iv might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Lucas Iv tries to lock up and control but Battleby gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Battleby controlling the pace for now.
Lucas Iv reaches up and holds on to Battleby to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ulysses Battleby dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Lucas Iv gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Battleby to counter with a crisp jab.
Lucas Iv will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown but Battleby shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Lucas Iv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Battleby fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lucas Iv slips a straight right by Battleby.#TD#
Lucas Iv drives through with a takedown into guard.
Battleby keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully.
Lucas Iv being controlled here momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Battleby keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully.
Battleby manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lucas Iv manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T1#
Battleby showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Battleby looking to pass the guard.
Battleby is still trying to improve position.
Battleby slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Battleby trying to control the action but Lucas Iv is working from the bottom.
Lucas Iv seems a little lost for a moment, as Battleby dominates the positioning.
Lucas Iv is trying to get back to half guard.
Battleby controlling from side mount.
Lucas Iv is looking for a sweep.
Battleby working away.
Lucas Iv tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Battleby taking a breather here.
Battleby's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Battleby working away.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#SU2#
Battleby stands up and beckons Lucas Iv to his feet.
Lucas Iv misses with a double jab. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lucas Iv misses with a jab, cross combination.
Battleby feints a counter leg kick.
Lucas Iv swings widly with a right hand
and Battleby counters with a right hand to the body.
Lucas Iv shoots and misses
and Battleby counters with a leg kick.
Battleby with a nice calf kick.
Lucas Iv tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lucas Iv fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Lucas Iv keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Battleby.
Nice defenses there by Lucas Iv.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lucas Iv closes the distance and clinches up with Battleby, looking for a takedown. Lucas Iv pushes Battleby against the cage but Battleby circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Lucas Iv walks into a stiff left hand from Battleby.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Lucas Iv.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ulysses Battleby showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Lucas Iv misses with a takedown
and Battleby counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#TD#
Lucas Iv feints and as Battleby raises his hands in defense, Lucas Iv changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ulysses Battleby has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lucas Iv throws a big right hand that misses.
Lucas Iv working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lucas Iv postures up and lands a big shot to Battleby's brow.
Battleby pulls Lucas Iv in close to prevent any damage.
Lucas Iv throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Battleby works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Battleby has Lucas Iv pulled in close to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Battleby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Battleby has Lucas Iv pulled in close to control his posture.
Battleby has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Lucas Iv with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lucas Iv missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Battleby looking for a sweep. Not yet Battleby, not yet.
Lucas Iv landing with the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Lucas Iv keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Battleby's head.
Battleby lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Battleby tries to free his leg and advance position but Lucas Iv is retaining full guard.
Lucas Iv wants to sweep here but Battleby controlling him for the moment.
Battleby sitting in guard here, content to control.
Battleby stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lucas Iv swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Lucas Iv wants to sweep here but Battleby controlling him for the moment.
Battleby slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Lucas Iv manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Battleby manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Battleby is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Battleby looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T3#
More stalling from Battleby.
Battleby trying to pass the guard but Lucas Iv defending well. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Battleby postures up.
Battleby seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Let's hope that Battleby has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Battleby is looking to advance position but Lucas Iv won't allow it.
Ulysses Battleby is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Battleby wants to stand up but Lucas Iv has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Frank Lucas Iv has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lucas Iv moves into full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ulysses Battleby.
Well Battleby 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 Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: DC 1: Initiation
Date: Oct 08, 2022

#R1#
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sitsongrit as he jumps to the side.
Lucas Iv shoots in and drives through. Sitsongrit sprawls well.#CL#
Sitsongrit has Lucas Iv up against the cage in a clinch.
Sitsongrit working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Sitsongrit lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lucas Iv wants a takedown.
Magomed Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv is trying to drag Sitsongrit to the mat but Sitsongrit just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Lucas Iv.
Sitsongrit prevents the takedown attempt.
A right handed body shot lands from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a shot to the side of Lucas Iv's head.
Lucas Iv blocks an uppercut. #T1#
Sitsongrit lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Lucas Iv fails to land.
Sitsongrit lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lucas Iv.
A shot in the inside from Sitsongrit.
Lucas Iv takes a shot to the head.
Lucas Iv tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lucas Iv is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit is defending well.
Sitsongrit misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lucas Iv fails to pull guard.
Sitsongrit lands a shot to the body.
Lucas Iv looking for a takedown.
Sitsongrit misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit lands a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with an uppercut but Lucas Iv uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit is working Lucas Iv over against the cage.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
I was talking to Sitsongrit's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Lucas Iv has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sitsongrit is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Lucas Iv looks winded!
A short left from Sitsongrit.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lucas Iv has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sitsongrit is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T2#
Sitsongrit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Sitsongrit.
Lucas Iv blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lucas Iv.
Sitsongrit lands an uppercut.
Sitsongrit working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Sitsongrit prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sitsongrit pushes Lucas Iv back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Sitsongrit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lucas Iv backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit cracks Lucas Iv with a nice body shot.
Sitsongrit lands with a short shot to the head.
Lucas Iv can't get the takedown.
Sitsongrit tries a body shot but Lucas Iv blocks it.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with an uppercut but Lucas Iv uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike.
Sitsongrit lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lucas Iv backwards. #T3#
Still in the clinch, Sitsongrit scores with a nice short uppercut.
Lucas Iv is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit is defending well.
Sitsongrit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Sitsongrit lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Lucas Iv avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Sitsongrit scores with a shot to the side of Lucas Iv's head.
Sitsongrit lands a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lucas Iv backwards.
Sitsongrit throws a head punch that misses.
Sitsongrit misses with the head strike.
Lucas Iv goes for a takedown attempt but Sitsongrit pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Lucas Iv shoots in but Sitsongrit avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Sitsongrit paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#ROC#Lucas Iv is rocked!#CL2#
Lucas Iv closes the distance and pushes Sitsongrit back into the cage.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A hook to the body from Sitsongrit.
Lucas Iv tries for a takedown. No joy.
Lucas Iv is looking for a takedown.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lucas Iv.
Sitsongrit struggles to land a body shot inside as Lucas Iv controls his hands.
A right handed body shot lands from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lucas Iv goes for a takedown attempt but Sitsongrit pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Sitsongrit fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the head.
Lucas Iv will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sitsongrit cracks Lucas Iv with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Magomed Sitsongrit!
A relieved looking Magomed Sitsongrit 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: DMMA Friday Night Fights VII
Date: Sep 02, 2022

#R1#
Phontana throws a body kick that misses.
Phontana pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Phontana throws a quick inside leg kick.
Phontana fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lucas Iv fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD#
Lucas Iv gets a takedown into half guard.
Phontana works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Lucas Iv thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Lucas Iv lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Lucas Iv won't allow Phontana to sweep him here.
Lucas Iv won't allow Phontana to get back to his feet.
Lucas Iv makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lucas Iv working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Phontana's head.
Lucas Iv lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Phontana is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Lucas Iv lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Lucas Iv preventing the sweep.
Lucas Iv not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Lucas Iv is looking to work some ground and pound but Phontana has wrist control.
Phontana lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Phontana stops Lucas Iv from standing up.
Phontana pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lucas Iv is keeping the position for now.
Phontana wants to stand and escape but instead Lucas Iv has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Lucas Iv postures up and lands a big shot to Phontana's brow.
Lucas Iv scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
Lucas Iv working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Phontana is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lucas Iv is aware though and is defending well.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Phontana is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lucas Iv preventing the sweep.
Lucas Iv stops Phontana from standing up.
Phontana bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lucas Iv's guard. #REVB##SU2#
Phontana stands up from Lucas Iv's guard - Phontana perhaps looking for a knockout.
Nice uppercut there from Phontana.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Phontana misses with an uppercut
and Lucas Iv counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Lucas Iv dives in and grabs Phontana's left leg, looking for a takedown. Phontana pushes down on Lucas Iv's head and hops out.
Lucas Iv changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Phontana tries to avoid it but Lucas Iv manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Phontana to the ground. Phontana escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Lucas Iv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Phontana defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lucas Iv.
Phontana throws a body kick that misses. #T3#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Phontana. Lucas Iv shrugs it off though.
Phontana throws a push kick but Lucas Iv slaps the foot to one side.
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lucas Iv looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Phontana is fending him off so far but Lucas Iv persists. Nope, Phontana circles away and we're back to standing.
Phontana swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL2#
Phontana clinches up with Lucas Iv and pushes him back against the cage.
Phontana presses Lucas Iv against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Phontana prevents the takedown attempt.
Lucas Iv is breathing heavily.
Lucas Iv wants a takedown but no success here.
Lucas Iv is looking to take this one to the mat.
Good body shot from Phontana.
Phontana softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Phontana lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lucas Iv backwards.
Phontana misses with a punch on the inside. #TD#
Lucas Iv is trying to trip Phontana. He has hold of a leg but Phontana is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Lucas Iv persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Phontana looking for a sweep. Not yet Phontana, not yet. #SUB2#
Phontana is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Phontana lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T4#
Phontana slips nicely into half guard.
Phontana is pressing down on Lucas Iv's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lucas Iv is holding on for now.
Phontana passes to side control. #SUB2#
Phontana thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Phontana tries to move to mount but Lucas Iv blocks the move with his legs. #SU2#
Phontana decides to take the fight back to the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Phony Phontana dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Lucas Iv tries to score a power double leg takedown but Phontana sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lucas Iv somewhat.
Lucas Iv misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Phontana steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown but Phontana shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Phontana looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Lucas Iv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lucas Iv avoids the head kick by Phontana.
Phontana throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lucas Iv connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fighters circling - Lucas Iv throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lucas Iv slips under a jab from Phontana.
Phontana fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lucas Iv has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Phontana gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Lucas Iv counters with a shoot takedown. Phontana fights it but they end up in guard.
Phontana manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lucas Iv manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SU2#
Phontana stands up from Lucas Iv's guard - Phontana perhaps looking for a knockout. #T1#
Phontana stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Phontana wants it to stay on the feet.#CL#
Lucas Iv has managed to clinch.
Phontana doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Phontana.
Lucas Iv has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Phontana after a bit of a struggle.
Phontana goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Phontana lands an uppercut.#TD#
Lucas Iv turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Phontana tries to bench press Lucas Iv off him but Lucas Iv keeps the position.
Phontana manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Phontana is refusing to be controlled, as Lucas Iv sits in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are battling for position here. Phontana manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lucas Iv accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Phontana is working from the bottom.
Lucas Iv advances to half guard.
Phontana 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Phontana gets back to full guard. #T2##SUB2#
Phontana looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Phontana wants to sweep but no luck.
Phontana manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lucas Iv manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Phontana looking to pass the guard. #SU2#
Phontana gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Lucas Iv moves out of range as Phontana strikes.
Phony Phontana seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lucas Iv fails to land the takedown.
Lucas Iv slips a straight right by Phontana.
Phony Phontana seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Phontana lands a jab to the head.
A jab from Phontana does it's job there.#T3##TD#
Lucas Iv bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Lucas Iv in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Phontana has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lucas Iv working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Phontana manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB2#
Phontana is trying to work for a kimura but Lucas Iv is defending well.
Lucas Iv has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Phontana is working away from the top position though.#SU2#
Phontana stands up and beckons Lucas Iv to join him on the feet.
Phontana throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Phontana throws a head kick but Lucas Iv moves out of range.
Lucas Iv fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T4#
Phontana misses the jab.
Lucas Iv swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lucas Iv looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Phontana is fending him off so far but Lucas Iv persists. Nope, Phontana circles away and we're back to standing.
Phontana looks to land a body kick but Lucas Iv moved away.
Lucas Iv half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Lucas Iv moves out of range of the body kick from Phontana.
Lucas Iv looks to land a combination but Phontana avoids it well.
Lucas Iv ducks under a wild hook from Phontana.
Lucas Iv goes for a double leg but Phontana avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Phontana continues to drive forward.
Phontana throws a counter combo.
Phontana lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lucas Iv has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Phontana after a bit of a struggle.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A shot in the inside from Phontana.
Lucas Iv looking for a takedown.
Lucas Iv lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Phontana.
Still in the clinch, Phontana scores with a nice short uppercut.
Lucas Iv tries for a takedown. No joy.
Lucas Iv has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Phontana avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Phony Phontana seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Phontana lands with a short shot to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Phony Phontana showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Phontana pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lucas Iv ducks under a wild hook from Phontana.
Lucas Iv closes the distance and clinches up with Phontana, looking for a takedown. Lucas Iv pushes Phontana against the cage but Phontana circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Phontana throws a wild body kick that Lucas Iv sees coming a mile off.
Phontana throws a body kick that misses.
Phontana lands with a slapping head kick.
Lucas Iv fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Phontana manages to avoid it.
Lucas Iv takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#ROC2#Lucas Iv is rocked!
Lucas Iv shoots for a takedown but Phontana saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Oh Lucas Iv is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#TD#
Lucas Iv closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Phontana quickly recovers to half guard.

Phontana pushes Lucas Iv off and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lucas Iv goes for a double leg but Phontana avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Phontana continues to drive forward.
Lucas Iv seems to have got his legs back now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Lucas Iv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Phontana tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD2#
Phontana manages to pull guard.
Lucas Iv has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Phontana has his feet on Lucas Iv's thighs here. He's pushed Lucas Iv off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Lucas Iv screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Phony Phontana!
Phony Phontana made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'You Don't Have The Guts To Be What You Wanna' Be! You Need People Like Me So You Can Point Your Fuckin' Fingers And Say, 'That's The Bad Guy!''.

Event: DMMA 126 Garcia Vs Outback
Date: Jul 30, 2022

#R1#
A jab from Ulatowski misses.
Lucas Iv takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ulatowski slips a jab and a cross from Lucas Iv. #TD#
Lucas Iv shoots in and bounces Ulatowski off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.

Ulatowski pushes Lucas Iv off and gets back to his feet.
Ulatowski connects with a leg kick.
Lucas Iv has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LAFC Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
A slow jab from Ulatowski misses its intended target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ulatowski dips to his left and cracks Lucas Iv with an uppercut!
Ulatowski avoids the head kick by Lucas Iv.
A nice side step and Ulatowski releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lucas Iv ducks under a wild hook from Ulatowski.
Ulatowski paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lucas Iv dives in for a single leg takedown but Ulatowski sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Lucas Iv can't get the takedown. #TD#
Lucas Iv has clasped his hands together around Ulatowski's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.

Ulatowski throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#T1#
Lucas Iv walks into a stiff left hand from Ulatowski.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ulatowski.
Ulatowski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Krzysztof Ulatowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lucas Iv on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Ulatowski misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lucas Iv misses with a two punch combination.
Lucas Iv fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ulatowski avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Lucas Iv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ulatowski lands a jab to the nose.
Ulatowski connects with a single shot there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Lucas Iv decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.

Ulatowski pushes Lucas Iv off and gets back to his feet.#T2#
Lucas Iv scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ulatowski doesn't seem bothered though. #CL2#
Lucas Iv gets tackled into the cage by Ulatowski. Ulatowski maintains the clinch.
Ulatowski trying to land knees to the body.
Ulatowski gets underhooks to prevent Lucas Iv's takedown attempt. #TD#
Lucas Iv has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Ulatowski clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Lucas Iv has Ulatowski flattened out and is raining down punches.
Lucas Iv punches Ulatowski on the ear.
Lucas Iv is punishing Ulatowski with strikes - can he finish him?!
Lucas Iv lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Ulatowski.
Lucas Iv lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Ulatowski.
Lucas Iv is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Ulatowski. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Lucas Iv scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots. #T3##SUB#
Lucas Iv has managed to slip his arm under Ulatowski's chin. This could be all over... yep, Ulatowski is tapping out! Submission win for Lucas Iv.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Frank Lucas Iv!
Frank Lucas Iv decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DMMA 113 Champion vs Champion
Date: Jun 12, 2022

#R1#
Ekaku ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lucas Iv moves away.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ekaku.
Good exchange - Ekaku coming out on top.
Ekaku lands with a cross.
Ekaku lands a nice looking body shot.
Ekaku throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lucas Iv.
Ekaku misses with a body kick.
Ekaku moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #TD#
Lucas Iv drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Lucas Iv takes a little break here. Ekaku wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Ekaku parries the strikes from Lucas Iv easily there. Lucas Iv is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Ekaku to escape.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lucas Iv in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Ekaku regains half guard there - taking advantage of Lucas Iv's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #SUB#
Lucas Iv is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ekaku has managed to free his arm - good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Lucas Iv throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Ekaku to regain full guard.
Lucas Iv is fighting to break Ekaku's control of his arms but Ekaku is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Ekaku keeps moving.
Lucas Iv controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lucas Iv postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ekaku utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv throws an elbow that misses. Ekaku uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Lucas Iv's guard. Nice move by Ekaku!#REVB#
Lucas Iv is trying to keep Ekaku in close. #T2#
Lucas Iv is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Lucas Iv wants to stand up but Ekaku is controlling him.
Lucas Iv is wriggling around but Ekaku manages to pass to half guard.
Lucas Iv wants to improve his position but Ekaku is controlling well. #T3#
Still in half guard, Ekaku seems content to control.
Lucas Iv is looking to improve his position.
Lucas Iv is trying to maintain the position but Ekaku is very close to passing his half guard.
Lucas Iv is trying is best to control the position here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Ekaku bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Ekaku throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lucas Iv sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lucas Iv tries to counter by clinching up but Ekaku breaks away and moves out of range.
Lucas Iv shoots in looking for a takedown. Ekaku tries to sprawl out of it but Lucas Iv keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ekaku manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Lucas Iv takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T4#
Lucas Iv takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Lucas Iv darts in looking for a takedown but Ekaku gets double underhooks and turns Lucas Iv into the cage.
Lucas Iv is trying to maintain a safe position but Ekaku gets an underhook and turns Lucas Iv into the cage.
Lucas Iv drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Ekaku gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Lucas Iv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ekaku dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Lucas Iv wants a takedown but no success here.
Ekaku is trying to maintain a safe position but Lucas Iv gets an underhook and turns Ekaku into the cage.
Lucas Iv tries for a takedown. No joy.
Lucas Iv tries to throw a body punch but Ekaku avoids it by throwing Lucas Iv back against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Lucas Iv as Ekaku tries to tie him up. #TD#
Lucas Iv gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lucas Iv in particular looking to stall.
Lucas Iv thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Ekaku's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Satoshi Ekaku dominated that round.
That's time! Lucas Iv's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Ekaku scores with a spinning back kick!
A head kick misses from Ekaku.
Ekaku throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Lucas Iv was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Ekaku has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Lucas Iv is landing a low percentage of strikes.
A clash of legs there as Lucas Iv blocks the low kick.
Ekaku has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ekaku lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ekaku scores with a push kick.
Lucas Iv slips a straight right by Ekaku.
Ekaku fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Lucas Iv is out of range.
Lucas Iv moves forwards but Ekaku connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lucas Iv takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Satoshi Ekaku seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ekaku throws a shot from downtown. Lucas Iv moves away and avoids it.
Satoshi Ekaku seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lucas Iv throws a body shot but no joy.
Lucas Iv checks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ekaku sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ekaku! But no joy.
Ekaku lands with a shot to the body.
Lucas Iv shoots for a double leg takedown but Ekaku sprawls well. He's pushed Lucas Iv's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Ekaku lands an overhand right.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lucas Iv misses with a two punch combination.
An inside leg kick from Ekaku misses. #T1#
Lucas Iv fails to land the takedown.
A little jabbing left from Ekaku on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Lucas Iv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ekaku feints and then cracks Lucas Iv's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lucas Iv down.
Lucas Iv takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A chopping leg kick lands by Ekaku.
Ekaku dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lucas Iv. That did some damage!
Ekaku displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lucas Iv.
Ekaku's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lucas Iv under the eye.
Ekaku stuffs the takedown.
Ekaku only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ekaku. #TD#
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Lucas Iv was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Ekaku is looking to regain half guard here but Lucas Iv keeps moving and retains side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lucas Iv throws a strike aimed at the side of Ekaku's head but Ekaku avoids it well.#T2#
Lucas Iv in side control, throwing shots but Ekaku defends.
The ground and pound from Lucas Iv seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Lucas Iv creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Ekaku sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Ekaku tries to buck Lucas Iv off but Lucas Iv is having none of it.
The ground and pound from Lucas Iv seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Lucas Iv misses with the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv wants to control but Ekaku is keeping him busy.
Lucas Iv throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Lucas Iv with the ground and pound but Ekaku regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Ekaku makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ekaku.
Lucas Iv trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3#
Lucas Iv throws a strike but Ekaku rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Lucas Iv not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ekaku stops Lucas Iv from standing up.
Ekaku tries to free his leg and advance position but Lucas Iv is retaining full guard.
Ekaku postures up.
Lucas Iv wants to stand up but Ekaku is controlling him.
Ekaku preventing the sweep.
Lucas Iv wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Ekaku manages to pass to side control. #T4#
Ekaku is thwarting Lucas Iv's attempts to control the position.
Lucas Iv desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Lucas Iv is looking to get back to full guard here but Ekaku has managed to pass to side control instead.
Frank Lucas Iv overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lucas Iv can't do much from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Satoshi Ekaku showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Ekaku scores with a nice body kick.
A big right from Ekaku misses.
Ekaku scores with a sloppy right hand. Lucas Iv should have avoided that one.
Lucas Iv walks into a straight right hand from Ekaku.
Lucas Iv takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ekaku with a nice cross.
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ekaku sprawls well. Ekaku wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lucas Iv gets slowly back to his feet.#TD#
Lucas Iv dives in and scores a takedown into Ekaku's guard.
Ekaku lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ekaku stopping the sweep attempt from Lucas Iv.#T1#
Lucas Iv not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ekaku tries to free his leg and advance position but Lucas Iv is retaining full guard.
Ekaku controlling from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lucas Iv trying to keep a closed guard but Ekaku is proving a slippery customer.
Ekaku slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Lucas Iv not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Ekaku stops Lucas Iv from standing up.
Ekaku's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Lucas Iv tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lucas Iv looking to control. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Good exchange - Ekaku coming out on top.
Lucas Iv drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Lucas Iv looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lucas Iv walks into a left hand.
Ekaku lands a front kick.
Lucas Iv on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T3#
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown but Ekaku shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Lucas Iv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ekaku throws a looping overhand right but Lucas Iv ducks down to avoid it.
Ekaku cracks Lucas Iv with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ekaku with a jab.
Lucas Iv walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lucas Iv changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ekaku tries to avoid it but Lucas Iv manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ekaku to the ground. Ekaku escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Frank Lucas Iv is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ekaku fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lucas Iv.
Donk. Ekaku catches Lucas Iv right on the button with a cross.
Ekaku swings for the body but Lucas Iv moves out of range.
Ekaku 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.
Satoshi Ekaku is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lucas Iv pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ekaku 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 Lucas Iv has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Lucas Iv and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ekaku digs a good body shot into Lucas Iv's ribs.
Ekaku is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A good leg kick by Ekaku.
Ekaku dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A good leg kick by Ekaku.
A cross from Ekaku lands.#T4#
Ekaku throws a hook but Lucas Iv blocks it.
Lucas Iv is looking to counter the offense by Ekaku and move into the clinch.
Lucas Iv is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A low kick lands for Ekaku.
Lucas Iv closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ekaku circles away.
Ekaku throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Lucas Iv counters with a single leg into guard. Ekaku didn't expect that.
Lucas Iv postures up in Ekaku's guard and throws a big left but Ekaku blocks it.
Lucas Iv throws a strike but Ekaku rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Lucas Iv is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Ekaku is controlling him.
Lucas Iv is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ekaku is stalling in the full guard.
Frank Lucas Iv has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Satoshi Ekaku is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Lucas Iv looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Ekaku has picked Lucas Iv up and slammed him! Lucas Iv can't keep hold of the triangle and Ekaku manages to pass to side control!

And that's the end of the fight!
Satoshi Ekaku comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Ekaku 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: DMMA 104 Van Asch vs Abarai II
Date: May 08, 2022

#R1#
Lucas Iv throws a nice looking combination but Kluba bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lucas Iv has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Panda Sprawl n Brawl in the buildup to the fight.#TD#
Kluba gets caught flat footed, as Lucas Iv shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Lucas Iv content to stall in guard here.
Kluba is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lucas Iv seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Lucas Iv with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lucas Iv throws a big right hand that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kluba trying to control the position here.
Kluba wants to sweep here but Lucas Iv controlling him for the moment.
Kluba controls Lucas Iv momentarily but Lucas Iv frees himself. #T1#
Kluba is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Lucas Iv trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kluba wants to stand and escape but Lucas Iv is having none of it.
Kluba keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully.
Lucas Iv with a nice head shot there.
Kluba is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kluba trying to control the position here.
Kluba working a defensive guard here.
Lucas Iv has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Lucas Iv controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Lucas Iv throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kluba looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lucas Iv is one step ahead there.
Kluba is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Lucas Iv closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kluba to the mat! Kluba manages to get full guard.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Kluba keeps moving. #SUB2#
Kluba is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lucas Iv is aware though and is defending well.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Kluba is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lucas Iv controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lucas Iv stands up over Kluba, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T3#
Lucas Iv throwing strikes from guard but Kluba blocks nicely.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kluba is on top in guard. #REVB#
Lucas Iv has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kluba has passed into side control.
Lucas Iv is looking to reverse the position.
Kluba trying to control the position but Lucas Iv is working away.
Kluba throws an elbow but Lucas Iv slips to the side and avoids it well.
Kluba wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lucas Iv keeps working.
Lucas Iv wants to control but Kluba postures up.#T4#
Lucas Iv stops Kluba from passing to mount.
Lucas Iv wants to get back to his feet.
Kluba looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Lucas Iv is avoiding damage well.
Kluba content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Lucas Iv is looking for a sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Kluba misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Kluba shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Lucas Iv napping and manages to drive through into side control!

Lucas Iv bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Kluba scores with a head kick. #TD#
Lucas Iv looking to score a takedown here. Kluba is defending well but Lucas Iv drives through and ends up in Kluba's guard.

Kluba has his feet on Lucas Iv's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Kluba closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Lucas Iv's guard.
Kluba controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Lucas Iv looking for a sweep. Not yet Lucas Iv, not yet. #T1#
Kluba looking to pass the guard.
Frank Lucas Iv overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kluba won't allow Lucas Iv to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lucas Iv wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Lucas Iv is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Kluba trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Lucas Iv shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kluba defends it nicely.
Kluba with the counter takedown but Lucas Iv avoids it easily.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD2#
Kluba shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Lucas Iv's guard.
Kluba engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kluba wants to control from the top but Lucas Iv keeps moving.
Lucas Iv controls Kluba momentarily but Kluba frees himself. #T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kluba accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kluba won't allow Lucas Iv to sweep him here.
Lucas Iv wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Kluba manages to pass to side control.
Kluba thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lucas Iv's head.
Lucas Iv looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB2#
Kluba is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lucas Iv has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lucas Iv is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lucas Iv is looking to escape.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Lucas Iv keeps the fight on the outside.#TD#
Kluba gets caught napping as Lucas Iv dives in and scores a takedown. Kluba manages to retain guard.
Lucas Iv landing some decent shots from guard.
Kluba looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Kluba is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sandra Kluba 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##TD2#
Kluba closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Lucas Iv's guard.

Lucas Iv kicks Kluba off and gets to his feet.
Frank Lucas Iv is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lucas Iv shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kluba defends it nicely.
Kluba unleashes a big counter combination but Lucas Iv bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Lucas Iv throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kluba's waist but Kluba gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lucas Iv off to one side. #TD#
Lucas Iv bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Kluba has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lucas Iv misses with the ground and pound.
An elbow from Lucas Iv crashes against the mat.
Lucas Iv connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Kluba some visible discomfort.
Kluba is looking for a sweep.
Kluba manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Lucas Iv drops an elbow to the side of Kluba's head. #T1#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Lucas Iv connects with a nice short shot to Kluba's temple.
Lucas Iv tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kluba knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Lucas Iv looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kluba gets full guard.
Kluba doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Kluba wants to sweep but no luck.
Lucas Iv looking to sit in guard and control but Kluba gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Kluba won't allow Lucas Iv to get back to his feet.
Lucas Iv manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kluba manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Lucas Iv lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Lucas Iv stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kluba swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lucas Iv lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T2#
Kluba working a defensive guard here.
Lucas Iv connects with a couple of short punches.
Lucas Iv keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kluba's head.
Lucas Iv throwing strikes from guard but Kluba blocks nicely.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Kluba keeps moving.
Lucas Iv throws a big right hand that misses.
Kluba working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lucas Iv.
Kluba is trying to keep Lucas Iv in close.
Lucas Iv lands a couple of elbows.
Kluba controls Lucas Iv momentarily but Lucas Iv frees himself. #T3#
Lucas Iv postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kluba controlling Lucas Iv's posture.
Kluba looking for a sweep. Not yet Kluba, not yet.
Kluba has momentary wrist control but Lucas Iv slips an elbow through the middle.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Kluba is working from the bottom.
Lucas Iv postures up.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Kluba is working from the bottom.
Lucas Iv cracks Kluba with a solid left hand.
Kluba wants to stand and escape but Lucas Iv is having none of it. #SUB2#
Kluba throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lucas Iv postures up and lands a big shot to Kluba's brow. #T4#
Kluba can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lucas Iv controls the pace.
Lucas Iv cracks Kluba with a solid left hand.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Kluba is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lucas Iv slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Lucas Iv cracks Kluba with a solid left hand.
Lucas Iv postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Kluba looking for a guillotine here but Lucas Iv defends easily.
Kluba is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.

And that's the end of the fight!
Frank Lucas Iv showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lucas Iv 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: DMMA 96: Obi vs Kamenev
Date: Apr 09, 2022

#R1##TD#
Lucas Iv gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Futeran to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Lucas Iv working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Futeran.
Futeran working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Lucas Iv's head.
Futeran is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Futeran lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Futeran with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Lucas Iv avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Futeran is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Futeran trying to control but Lucas Iv is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing that Futeran has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Futeran landing with the ground and pound.
Futeran has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Futeran postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lucas Iv is adopting a defensive guard.
Futeran scoring with some ground and pound. #T1#
Lucas Iv is controlling Futeran's posture.
Futeran throwing strikes but missing. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Lucas Iv manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Futeran misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lucas Iv is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Futeran missing with knees to the body.
Futeran swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Futeran makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lucas Iv looking for a takedown.
Futeran missing with knees to the body.
Lucas Iv drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Futeran gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Joseph Futeran has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv takes a shot to the head. #T2#
Lucas Iv changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Futeran fights it off and pushes away nicely. #TD#
Futeran gets the takedown into side control.

Lucas Iv bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Futeran throws a lazy right hand but Lucas Iv sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Futeran feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lucas Ivs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Futeran throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lucas Iv changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Futeran moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Futeran but Futeran pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Futeran throws a leg kick which misses Lucas Iv's front leg but catches the back leg as Lucas Iv tries to avoid it.
A left and a right from Lucas Iv both land. Nice combination. #T3#
Futeran slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Futeran scores with a shot to the body.
Futeran throws a nice inside leg kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lucas Iv is defended easily by Futeran.
Futeran cracks a nice hook into Lucas Iv's ribs.
Futeran lands the left hand.
Futeran fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lucas Iv on the side of the head.
Joseph Futeran seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Futeran throws a lazy right hand but Lucas Iv sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Futeran is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A jab from Futeran misses.
Lucas Iv closes the distance and clinches up with Futeran, looking for a takedown. Lucas Iv pushes Futeran against the cage but Futeran circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD#
Futeran closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Lucas Iv quickly recovers to half guard.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lucas Iv is trying to control but can't.
Lucas Iv is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Futeran jumps into side control!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lucas Iv is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Futeran wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lucas Iv keeps working. #SUB#
Futeran is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lucas Iv is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Futeran wants to control for a moment but Lucas Iv uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Lucas Iv avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Futeran.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joseph Futeran dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Futeran on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CL2#
Lucas Iv darts in and clinches Futeran up against the cage.
Lucas Iv blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Lucas Iv tries to score a body lock takedown but Futeran shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Futeran lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lucas Iv backwards.
Futeran leaning his opponent against the cage.
Lucas Iv goes for a takedown attempt but Futeran pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Lucas Iv doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Futeran counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Joseph Futeran has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Lucas Iv.
A good leg kick by Futeran.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Futeran lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lucas Iv tries to close the distance and clinch but Futeran swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lucas Iv on the wrong end of a nice jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Futeran misses with a jab to the body
and Lucas Iv counters with a nice body shot. #T1#
A punch lands to the side of Lucas Iv 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Lucas Iv stalks Futeran and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Futeran's face. Futeran staggers backwards, shaken.
Futeran tries to bum rush Lucas Iv with a series of wild strikes but Lucas Iv uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lucas Iv keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Futeran tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lucas Iv was well out of range. Poor timing from Futeran.
Lucas Iv darts in looking for a takedown but Futeran gets double underhooks and turns Lucas Iv into the cage.
Lucas Iv changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Futeran tries to avoid it but Lucas Iv manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Futeran to the ground. Futeran escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv tries for a takedown but Futeran circles away easily
and Futeran cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Futeran misses with a double jab.
Lucas Iv is looking for the big counter here.
Lucas Iv misses with a takedown attempt - Futeran sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lucas Iv has a takedown stuffed.#T2#
Futeran uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lucas Iv has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Futeran finds it's way round the side to connect with Lucas Iv's head.
Futeran lands a slapping body shot.
Futeran cracks Lucas Iv with an open hand slap.
Lucas Iv tries to close the distance and clinch but Futeran swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Futeran misses the target.
Futeran looks to throw the jab but Lucas Iv is out of range.
Futeran throws a front kick aimed at Lucas Iv's knee but Lucas Iv avoids it well.
Futeran fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Joseph Futeran is winning the standup battle so far.
Futeran swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv closes this distance looking for a takedown but Futeran circles away.
Futeran throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A swing and a miss from Futeran.
Lucas Iv doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T3#
Lucas Iv throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Futeran's waist but Futeran gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lucas Iv off to one side.
Futeran lands a jab to the nose.
Futeran connects with a jab.
Futeran looks to land a left hand but Lucas Iv moved out of range nicely.
Lucas Iv with a poor takedown
enabling Futeran to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC#Lucas Iv is rocked!
Futeran thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lucas Iv shoots in looking for a takedown. Futeran tries to sprawl out of it but Lucas Iv keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Futeran manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Lucas Iv is breathing heavily.
Futeran lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lucas Iv circles away quickly and effectively.
Futeran misses the shot to the body.
Lucas Iv with the counter takedown but Futeran avoids it easily.
Lucas Iv fails with a takedown attempt.
Lucas Iv throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Futeran sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Lucas Iv takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Futeran is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lucas Iv can do to turn this around?
Futeran just misses with a punch to the body.
Futeran sets himself, and Lucas Iv steps forward looking for the clinch! Futeran avoids it this time.
A swing and a miss from Futeran.
Futeran looks to throw the jab but Lucas Iv is out of range.
The crowd cheers as Futeran lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lucas Iv doesn't seem phased though.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lucas Iv doesn't manage to clinch there - Futeran circles away.
As Lucas Iv looks to move away, Futeran throws a big counter combo but Lucas Iv just gets out of the way.
Lucas Iv bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Futeran throws a nice looking combination but Lucas Iv bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Futeran lands with a cross.
Futeran jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD2#
Lucas Iv feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lucas Iv accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lucas Iv postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lucas Iv working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lucas Iv with a nice head shot there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joseph Futeran dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Futeran misses the shot to the body.
Lucas Iv moves away from the strike by Futeran.
Futeran pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD2#
Lucas Iv gets the takedown into side control.
Futeran is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Futeran is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Lucas Iv thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Futeran has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lucas Iv is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv working Futeran over with strikes.
Futeran blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv prevents Futeran from improving his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Futeran manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T1#
Lucas Iv stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Futeran swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Frank Lucas Iv has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lucas Iv with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Futeran keeps moving. #SUB#
Futeran looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lucas Iv working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Futeran's head.
Lucas Iv must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Lucas Iv is working Futeran over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Lucas Iv stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Futeran throws up his legs and catches Lucas Iv in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Lucas Iv tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Futeran! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Joseph Futeran!
A relieved looking Joseph Futeran 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: DMMA 88: Imanari vs O Malley
Date: Mar 06, 2022

#R1##CL#
Kluba takes the fight into the clinch.
Kluba is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Lucas Iv changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Kluba fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Lucas Iv shoots in but no luck this time.
Kluba throwing a counter right hand but Lucas Iv manages to avoid it.
Sandra Kluba has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Lucas Iv.
Kluba misses with a head kick.
Kluba shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Lucas Iv eats them both and turns towards Kluba to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
No luck for Kluba with that takedown attempt.
Lucas Iv shoots in for a double leg but Kluba sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kluba or perhaps it was just good defense by Lucas Iv, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kluba is fending him off so far but Lucas Iv persists. Nope, Kluba circles away and we're back to standing.
Lucas Iv misses with a head kick.
Kluba is looking to counter the offense by Lucas Iv and move into the clinch.
Kluba closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lucas Iv circles away.#T1#
Kluba fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD2#
Lucas Iv shoots in and bounces Kluba off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.

Kluba has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Lucas Iv off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Kluba tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lucas Iv manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lucas Iv 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.
Lucas Iv tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kluba paws at him with a jab and circles away.#TD2#
Lucas Iv closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kluba to the mat! Kluba manages to get full guard.

Kluba pushes Lucas Iv off and gets back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kluba swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kluba wants to clinch but Lucas Iv slips to the side
and Lucas Iv counters with a one-two to the body. #T2##TD#
Lucas Iv gets caught napping as Kluba dives in and scores a takedown. Lucas Iv manages to retain guard.
Kluba wants to stand but Lucas Iv is controlling his posture from full guard.
Kluba postures up in Lucas Iv's guard and throws a big left but Lucas Iv blocks it.
Kluba won't allow Lucas Iv to sweep him here.
Kluba sitting in guard here, content to control. #SU#
Kluba decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Lucas Iv, up you get!
Kluba drops his hands momentarily and Lucas Iv takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kluba shoots in for a takedown but Lucas Iv shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T3#
Lucas Iv fails to land with a series of punches.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lucas Iv is defended easily by Kluba.
Kluba shoots and misses #TD2#
and Lucas Iv counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Kluba is working from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lucas Iv accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lucas Iv throws a big right hand that misses.
Lucas Iv is pushing down on Kluba's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kluba is fighting to maintain full guard but Lucas Iv has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lucas Iv landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Lucas Iv trying to control the action but Kluba is working from the bottom.
Kluba trying to control here.
Kluba is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lucas Iv scores with a couple of nice shots.#T4#
Lucas Iv sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kluba defending well though. #SUB#
Kluba looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lucas Iv looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kluba with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Lucas Iv seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lucas Iv missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Lucas Iv seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kluba does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Lucas Iv slows the pace down in half guard.
Lucas Iv wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kluba keeps working.
Lucas Iv slips a nice elbow through Kluba's hands, connecting with Kluba's forehead.
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 Sandra Kluba will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD2#
Lucas Iv shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kluba is trying to defend but Lucas Iv finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Kluba is looking to control Lucas Iv's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kluba avoid being mounted?
Lucas Iv missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lucas Iv lands a nice short elbow.
Lucas Iv thows a huge punch but Kluba dodges it nicely.
Lucas Iv content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Lucas Iv takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kluba works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lucas Iv throws a big elbow that misses.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kluba holds on and takes a little breather.
Kluba looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lucas Iv is one step ahead there. #T1#
Kluba trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Lucas Iv lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Lucas Iv lands a couple of elbows.
Lucas Iv sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Lucas Iv postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kluba controls Lucas Iv momentarily but Lucas Iv frees himself.
Lucas Iv throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kluba works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Kluba is working from the bottom.
Kluba trying to strike off his back. #ES#
Kluba pushes Lucas Iv off and scrambles back to his feet. #T2#
Kluba shoots in looking for a takedown. Lucas Iv tries to sprawl out of it but Kluba keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lucas Iv manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kluba misses with a hook
and Lucas Iv counters with a series of strikes. Kluba will be more careful next time no doubt.
Lucas Iv throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kluba.
Kluba appears to be looking for a big counter.#TD2#
Lucas Iv shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kluba is trying to defend but Lucas Iv finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kluba misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Lucas Iv working over Kluba with some ground and pound. Kluba looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kluba is looking for a sweep. Lucas Iv is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lucas Iv throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Lucas Iv trying to control from Kluba's half guard. Kluba has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T3#
Kluba wants to stand but Lucas Iv is controlling the position.
Kluba keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Kluba is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lucas Iv is aware though and is defending well.
Lucas Iv missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Lucas Iv loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lucas Iv slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kluba is working to avoid the ground and pound but Lucas Iv connects with a decent elbow. #SUB2#
Lucas Iv is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kluba knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Lucas Iv in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #T4#
Kluba is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Lucas Iv's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Kluba keeping control of the position.
Lucas Iv lands with a punch from half guard.
Lucas Iv missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kluba is positioning himself well to prevent Lucas Iv advancing to mount.
Frank Lucas Iv has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lucas Iv scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kluba is refusing to be controlled, as Lucas Iv sits in half guard.
Lucas Iv throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lucas Iv not doing much here.
Lucas Iv missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Lucas Iv fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kluba is looking to counter the offense by Lucas Iv and move into the clinch.
Kluba throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL2#
Lucas Iv clinches up with Kluba and pushes him back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Kluba fails to land. #TD#
Kluba has picked Lucas Iv up - he's going for a ride! Kluba dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Lucas Iv is trying to stand back up but Kluba is controlling him
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv manages to get to full guard.
Lucas Iv is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1#
Kluba stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lucas Iv swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lucas Iv wants to stand and escape but Kluba is having none of it. #ES2#
Lucas Iv wriggles free and stands up.
Kluba avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kluba fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Lucas Iv darts in looking for a takedown but Kluba gets double underhooks and turns Lucas Iv into the cage.
Kluba is looking to counter with head kicks.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kluba.#T2##CL#
Kluba moves into the clinch.
Lucas Iv misses with the head strike.
Lucas Iv misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Kluba breaks from the clinch.
Kluba tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kluba tries for a takedown but Lucas Iv sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sandra Kluba. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kluba closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lucas Iv circles away.
Lucas Iv misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lucas Iv tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kluba paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Lucas Iv instigates a clinch. #T3#
Lucas Iv scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kluba misses with a knee strike.
Lucas Iv tries to score a body lock takedown but Kluba shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Lucas Iv is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Lucas Iv tries to work over Kluba's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lucas Iv tries to score a body lock takedown but Kluba shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Lucas Iv gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.

Kluba has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Lucas Iv is on him like a limpet, forcing Kluba back against the cage.
Kluba wants a takedown but no success here. #TD2#
Lucas Iv gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Lucas Iv takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lucas Iv missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Lucas Iv is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kluba is looking for a sweep. Lucas Iv is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Kluba wants to control but Lucas Iv is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lucas Iv trying to control the pace.
Kluba missing with punches from the bottom.
Kluba moves into full guard.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Kluba keeps moving.
Lucas Iv lands a couple of elbows.
Kluba working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lucas Iv.
Kluba trying to strike off his back.
Lucas Iv trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kluba bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lucas Iv's guard. #REVR#

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Frank Lucas Iv.
I think Lucas Iv 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 James Glass scores the fight 28:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:30

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

Event: DMMA 81: Kofel vs Risin
Date: Feb 06, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Lucas Iv gets a double leg takedown into Rizzo's guard.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Rizzo is working from the bottom.
Lucas Iv might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rizzo haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Rizzo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lucas Iv must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Rizzo has Lucas Iv pulled in close to control his posture.
Lucas Iv throwing strikes but missing.
Rizzo is adopting a defensive guard.
Lucas Iv controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rizzo controlling Lucas Iv's posture.
Lucas Iv with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lucas Iv postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Rizzo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lucas Iv. #T1#
Lucas Iv throwing strikes but missing.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Rizzo keeps moving. #SUB#
Rizzo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lucas Iv throwing strikes from guard but Rizzo blocks nicely.
Rizzo wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Rizzo keeps moving.
Lucas Iv throws a big right hand that misses.
Rizzo trying to control the position.
Lucas Iv with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lucas Iv throwing strikes from guard but Rizzo blocks nicely. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Lucas Iv makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lucas Iv is in close to Rizzo's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rizzo looking to control.
Lucas Iv landing with the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Lucas Iv missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Lucas Iv with a flurry of punches that miss.
Rizzo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lucas Iv loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Rizzo is trying to control the position but Lucas Iv postures up.
Lucas Iv throws a big elbow that misses.
Lucas Iv throwing strikes but missing.
Lucas Iv stopping the sweep attempt from Rizzo.
Rizzo has his hands on Lucas Iv's head, controlling the position.
Rizzo wants to stand and escape but Lucas Iv is having none of it. #T3#
Lucas Iv in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rizzo working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Rizzo lands a slapping body shot.
Rizzo lands with a nice body punch.
Frank Rizzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rizzo throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lucas Iv stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Rizzo thuds a left hand into Lucas Iv's body.
Lucas Iv's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Rizzo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lucas Iv scrambles back to his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Lucas Iv. Rizzo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lucas Iv misses with a combination
and Rizzo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lucas Iv is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A jab from Rizzo finds it's way through Lucas Iv's defenses. #T4#
Lucas Iv slips a jab and a cross from Rizzo.
Lucas Iv tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rizzo paws at him with a jab and circles away.#TD#
Rizzo fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lucas Iv sprawls well initially but Rizzo persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lucas Iv is trying to stand up here but Rizzo is controlling him well.
Rizzo is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Rizzo is keen to just control but Lucas Iv is a slippery customer.
Rizzo looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Lucas Iv with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Rizzo is keen to just control but Lucas Iv is a slippery customer.
Lucas Iv wants to get back to full guard but Rizzo has mounted him!
Lucas Iv trying desperately to get to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Rizzo dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Lucas Iv or perhaps it was just good defense by Rizzo, which made it look bad.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Rizzo here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Rizzo connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lucas Iv momentarily.
Lucas Iv swats away the attempt to clinch by Rizzo.#TD#
Rizzo looking to score a takedown here. Lucas Iv is defending well but Rizzo drives through and ends up in Lucas Iv's guard.
Lucas Iv wants to stand and escape but Rizzo is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Rizzo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Rizzo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lucas Iv can do to turn this around?
Rizzo stops Lucas Iv from standing up.
Rizzo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rizzo postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rizzo stuffs the takedown.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lucas Iv or perhaps it was just good defense by Rizzo, which made it look bad.
Frank Rizzo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Lucas Iv.
Rizzo lands a jab to Lucas Iv's midsection.#CL#
Rizzo closes the distance and clinches.#T2#
Lucas Iv throws a punch but it's blocked by Rizzo.
Rizzo lands a body shot.
Lucas Iv is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rizzo is defending well.
Lucas Iv is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Rizzo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Rizzo prevents a takedown attempt there.
Lucas Iv doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lucas Iv has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Rizzo is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Lucas Iv tries for a takedown but Rizzo manages to get underhooks.
Lucas Iv drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lucas Iv is struggling to control the position.#T3#
Lucas Iv stalling against the cage.
Lucas Iv fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lucas Iv can't get the takedown.
Rizzo prevents the takedown attempt.
Rizzo is pressed up against the cage. Lucas Iv has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Rizzo down to the mat. Rizzo avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Rizzo scores with a nice strike.
Rizzo jabs Lucas Iv to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Rizzo lands a right hook to the body.
Rizzo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lucas Iv manages to avoid it.#TD#
Rizzo shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Lucas Iv manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Rizzo is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T4#
Rizzo stopping the sweep attempt from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv wants to stand up but Rizzo is controlling him.
Rizzo distracts Lucas Iv with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Frank Rizzo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rizzo postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Rizzo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lucas Iv wants to stand but Rizzo is controlling the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lucas Iv keeping moving, preventing Rizzo from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Rizzo dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Rizzo looks to score with a jab to the body but Lucas Iv is just out of range.
Rizzo looks to land a combination but Lucas Iv avoids it well.
Lucas Iv darts in looking for a takedown but Rizzo gets double underhooks and turns Lucas Iv into the cage.
Lucas Iv staying out of range there.
Lucas Iv throws a counter combo.
Frank Rizzo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lucas Iv looks to land a combination. Rizzo sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Rizzo scores with a body shot.
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rizzo sprawls well. Rizzo wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lucas Iv gets slowly back to his feet.
Rizzo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A counter left hand to the body from Rizzo misses its target.
Frank Rizzo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Lucas Iv.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Rizzo misses with a body shot.
Rizzo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
A shot to the liver by Rizzo. Beautiful body shot.
Lucas Iv takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rizzo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Rizzo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Rizzo misses with the combination.
Rizzo is looking to wear down Lucas Iv with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Lucas Iv shoots and misses #CL#
and Rizzo counters by moving into the clinch.
Lucas Iv is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rizzo is defending well.
Lucas Iv is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Rizzo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
A body shot lands from Rizzo.
Lucas Iv is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rizzo is defending well.
Rizzo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lucas Iv.
Rizzo lands with a light punch inside.
Rizzo works on Lucas Iv's body with a couple of short punches.#T2#
Rizzo prevents a takedown attempt there.
Lucas Iv takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lucas Iv is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rizzo is defending well.
Lucas Iv jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Rizzo walks away with a smile on his face. Lucas Iv gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lucas Iv tries to clinch up.
Rizzo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sloppy strikes from Rizzo. Those never looked like landing.
Lucas Iv throws a front kick aimed at Rizzo's knee but Rizzo avoids it well.
Lucas Iv tries for a takedown but Rizzo sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Rizzo connects with a body shot.#TD#
Rizzo scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Rizzo missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Rizzo is controlling the pace. #T3#
Rizzo prevents Lucas Iv from standing back up.
Lucas Iv on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #ES2#
Lucas Iv kicks Rizzo off and gets back to his feet.
Lucas Iv avoids the body shot from Rizzo.
Rizzo just misses with a punch to the body.
Rizzo swinging wildly here. #TD#
Rizzo bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#T4#
Lucas Iv taking punishment in the form of punches.
Rizzo lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Lucas Iv down.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lucas Iv is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Rizzo has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Rizzo has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Rizzo lands a few punches from side control.
Lucas Iv taking a bit of punishment here - Rizzo scoring with strikes.
Frank Rizzo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lucas Iv tries to escape but Rizzo is in control. #SUB#
Rizzo working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Lucas Iv is trying to control Rizzo's posture but Rizzo avoids it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frank Rizzo!
Frank Rizzo 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: DMMA 77: Muromets vs Kiryu
Date: Jan 23, 2022

#R1#
Ekaku works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Ekaku throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Lucas Iv counters with a takedown into side control.
Lucas Iv looking to control but instead Ekaku has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Ekaku is staying active underneath Lucas Iv, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Lucas Iv connects with a nice short shot to Ekaku's temple.
Lucas Iv with the ground and pound but Ekaku uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Lucas Iv scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lucas Iv throwing strikes from guard but Ekaku blocks nicely.
Lucas Iv postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lucas Iv in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lucas Iv distracts Ekaku with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Ekaku keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ekaku holds on and takes a little breather.
Lucas Iv throwing strikes from guard but Ekaku blocks nicely. #T1#
Ekaku pulls Lucas Iv in close to prevent any damage.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Ekaku is working from the bottom.
Lucas Iv trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lucas Iv working some strikes from top position.
Lucas Iv throwing strikes from guard but Ekaku blocks nicely.
Ekaku keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully.
Lucas Iv throws a big right hand that misses.
Ekaku keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ekaku avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv looking to sit in guard and control but Ekaku gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Lucas Iv is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Lucas Iv working for a triangle but Ekaku defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lucas Iv looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ekaku is one step ahead there. #T3#
Lucas Iv looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lucas Iv is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Lucas Iv pulls Ekaku in close to prevent any damage.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Lucas Iv is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Lucas Iv shoots in looking for a takedown. Ekaku tries to sprawl out of it but Lucas Iv keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ekaku manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Lucas Iv's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ekaku connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lucas Iv scrambles back to his feet.
Lucas Iv tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ekaku defends well and Lucas Iv ends up having to push Ekaku into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ekaku is pushing Lucas Iv up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #TD#
Lucas Iv gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Ekaku is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Lucas Iv throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ekaku works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lucas Iv trying to move into half guard but instead Ekaku has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Ekaku slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Lucas Iv throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ekaku's waist but Ekaku gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lucas Iv off to one side.
Ekaku looks to score with a jab to the body but Lucas Iv is just out of range.
Ekaku lands with a nice body kick.
Ekaku lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Ekaku connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Ekaku is looking to land body kicks.
Lucas Iv dives in and grabs Ekaku's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ekaku pushes down on Lucas Iv's head and hops out.
Lucas Iv takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Lucas Iv avoids the body shot from Ekaku.
Lucas Iv changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lucas Iv looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ekaku keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekaku ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ekaku throws a leg kick #CL#
and Lucas Iv moves into the clinch.
A bit of stalling here from Ekaku.
The referee is keeping an eye on Ekaku - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Ekaku pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1##TD#
Lucas Iv looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ekaku!
Lucas Iv working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Ekaku 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.
Lucas Iv throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Lucas Iv is working Ekaku over with some ground and pound from side control.
Lucas Iv throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Ekaku is trying to control Lucas Iv's posture but Lucas Iv avoids it.
Ekaku is looking for a sweep.
An elbow from Lucas Iv crashes against the mat.
Ekaku takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Ekaku tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lucas Iv working the ground and pound but Ekaku is defending the strikes. #T2#
Ekaku taking a bit of punishment here - Lucas Iv scoring with strikes.
Lucas Iv throws an elbow but Ekaku slips to the side and avoids it well.
Lucas Iv is looking to take a break and control but Ekaku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lucas Iv throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Lucas Iv throws an elbow but Ekaku slips to the side and avoids it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ekaku regains half guard, as Lucas Iv was trying to land strikes.
Still in half guard, Lucas Iv seems content to control.
Lucas Iv is stalling here. Ekaku is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Lucas Iv seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Ekaku has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Lucas Iv seems a little lost for a moment, as Ekaku dominates the positioning.#T3#
Lucas Iv is looking to reverse the position.
Ekaku content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Lucas Iv is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Lucas Iv is looking for a sweep. Ekaku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Ekaku postures up.
Lucas Iv is trying to control but Ekaku passes into side control! #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lucas Iv is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Lucas Iv is trying to control Ekaku's posture but Ekaku avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Satoshi Ekaku will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Ekaku lands a nice looking body shot.
Ekaku connects with a solid leg kick. #TD#
Lucas Iv fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Ekaku to the ground. Lucas Iv is now in Ekaku's guard.
Lucas Iv postures up in Ekaku's guard and throws a big left but Ekaku blocks it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lucas Iv accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ekaku has Lucas Iv pulled in close to control his posture.
Lucas Iv postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ekaku preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ekaku keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully.
Lucas Iv is working Ekaku over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lucas Iv is looking to pass into half guard but Ekaku pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Ekaku is in guard.#REVB#
Lucas Iv can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ekaku controls the pace.#T1#
Lucas Iv is pulling down on Ekaku's head to control his posture.
Lucas Iv wants to improve his position but instead Ekaku has moved into half guard.
Lucas Iv is trying to control but can't.
Lucas Iv wants to control the action here but instead Ekaku manages to pass to full mount!
Lucas Iv is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ekaku content just to control the position here.
Lucas Iv keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T2#
Ekaku avoids the attempt from Lucas Iv to control.
Ekaku controlling the position easily from mount.
Lucas Iv is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ekaku takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Lucas Iv is desperately trying to improve his position but Ekaku has a good base and remains in mount.#T3#
Ekaku controlling from mount.
Lucas Iv really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ekaku controlling from mount.
Frank Lucas Iv overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Lucas Iv keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lucas Iv is working hard here to advance position.
Lucas Iv wants to control but Ekaku is having none of it.
Ekaku sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lucas Iv is looking to get to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Satoshi Ekaku comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ekaku 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 James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Satoshi Ekaku!
A relieved looking Satoshi Ekaku 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: DMMA 70: Andrianakis v Johnson
Date: Dec 26, 2021

#R1#
Stabber catches Lucas Iv with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Stabber throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lucas Iv slips a jab and a cross from Stabber.
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown but Stabber shows good takedown defense.
Stabber moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#KD2#
Stabber drops Lucas Iv with a beautiful combination! Lucas Iv stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Stabber is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Lucas Iv is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stabber wobbles Lucas Iv with a right hand and the left hook that follows puts him on his rear! Stabber dives in with a huge flying punch that connects right on the button and puts Lucas Iv to sleep! - What a violent and spectacular finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Back Stabber!
In his post fight interview, Back Stabber started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: DMMA 62: Tucker vs Panda
Date: Nov 28, 2021

#R1#
Lucas Iv shoots in looking for a takedown but Durda manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lucas Iv's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Durda pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lucas Iv blocks a head kick by Durda.
Durda throws a head kick but Lucas Iv moves out of range.
Lucas Iv has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Durda is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Julian Durda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Durda lands a head shot.
Durda tries a head kick but it misses.
And Lucas Iv tries to counter it with a takedown but Durda pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD2#
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Durda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lucas Iv controls from within his opponent's guard.
Durda is controlling Lucas Iv's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Durda keeps moving.
Lucas Iv lands a couple of digs.#T1#
Lucas Iv postures up. #SUB#
Durda is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lucas Iv with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Durda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lucas Iv has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Durda has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lucas Iv can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lucas Iv landing with the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Durda is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lucas Iv defends well.
Lucas Iv in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lucas Iv controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Durda working a defensive guard here.
Durda keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lucas Iv shoots for a takedown but Durda saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Julian Durda is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Lucas Iv closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Durda's guard.
Lucas Iv working some strikes from top position.
Lucas Iv stays in close to Durda's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Lucas Iv got a little sloppy there for a moment and Durda has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lucas Iv has managed to get both his arms back between Durda's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Durda keeps moving.
Lucas Iv throwing strikes from guard but Durda blocks nicely.
Durda looking to control. #T3#
Lucas Iv connects with a couple of short punches.
Lucas Iv sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Durda's guard.
Lucas Iv not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Lucas Iv working Durda over with strikes.
Lucas Iv tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Durda.
Lucas Iv is keen to just control but Durda is a slippery customer.
Lucas Iv drops an elbow to the side of Durda's head.
Lucas Iv is keen to just control but Durda is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Durda looking for submissions off his back.
Lucas Iv trying to control from Durda's half guard. Durda has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Lucas Iv missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Durda is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lucas Iv is aware though and is defending well.
Durda can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lucas Iv controls the pace.#T4#
Lucas Iv with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Durda is looking for a triangle but Lucas Iv pushes his legs off easily.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Durda keeps moving.
Lucas Iv lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Durda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lucas Iv gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Durda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lucas Iv with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lucas Iv is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Lucas Iv throws a strike but Durda rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Durda lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Durda throws a head kick but Lucas Iv moves out of range.
Durda throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Durda clobbers Lucas Iv with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Durda looks to land a left hand but Lucas Iv moved out of range nicely.
A head kick misses from Durda. #TD2#
Durda gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Lucas Iv scoring with some ground and pound.
Lucas Iv won't allow Durda to sweep him here.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Durda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Durda can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lucas Iv controls the pace.
Lucas Iv's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Durda is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Durda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lucas Iv gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lucas Iv is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Durda has momentary wrist control but Lucas Iv slips an elbow through the middle.
Durda has momentary wrist control but Lucas Iv slips an elbow through the middle.
Durda trying to keep a closed guard but Lucas Iv is proving a slippery customer.
Lucas Iv looking to sit in guard and control but Durda gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Lucas Iv looking to hit a scissor sweep but Durda is one step ahead there.
Lucas Iv is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T2##SUB#
Durda looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Durda trying to control from the bottom.
Lucas Iv is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Lucas Iv scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Lucas Iv takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Lucas Iv is pressing down on Durda's thigh, looking to free his foot. Durda is holding on for now.
Lucas Iv seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Lucas Iv sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T3#
Durda is looking for a sweep. Lucas Iv is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lucas Iv has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lucas Iv takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Durda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lucas Iv pulls his head out easily.
Lucas Iv working Durda over with strikes.
Durda avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Durda actively working from the bottom here.
Lucas Iv lands with a punch from half guard.
Lucas Iv lands with a punch from half guard.
Lucas Iv takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Ground and pound from Lucas Iv. #T4#
Lucas Iv content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Lucas Iv lands with a punch from half guard.
Durda has hold of Lucas Iv's hands but Lucas Iv slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB#
Durda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lucas Iv pulls his head out easily.
Lucas Iv looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ground and pound from Lucas Iv.
Frank Lucas Iv has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lucas Iv throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Lucas Iv looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Durda is trying to maintain the position but Lucas Iv is very close to passing his half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lucas Iv is trying to control. Durda wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Durda is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lucas Iv scores with a couple of nice shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv 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#
Durda lands a head shot.
Durda lands a glancing blow to the side of Lucas Iv's head.
Durda stuffs the takedown attempt from Lucas Iv. Lucas Iv gets slowly back to his feet.
Lucas Iv takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Durda scores with a head kick. Lucas Iv tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Durda throws a big shot that misses.
Durda throws a sloppy head kick and Lucas Iv moves out of range easily.
Lucas Iv shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Durda pinned against the cage. Durda gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv takes a kick to the side of the head.#T1#
Durda misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Lucas Iv counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Lucas Iv lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Durda is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Proving Grounds, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Lucas Iv is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nice strikes from Lucas Iv there.
Lucas Iv is nestled in close to Durda, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Lucas Iv throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lucas Iv wants to take a breather but Durda is having none of it.
Lucas Iv is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Lucas Iv lands strikes from half guard.
Durda moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lucas Iv chips away with some ground and pound.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Durda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Durda looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lucas Iv working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Julian Durda has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Lucas Iv distracts Durda with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Durda working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv landing with the ground and pound.
Durda is trying to keep Lucas Iv in close.
Lucas Iv showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Lucas Iv postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Durda wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Lucas Iv is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lucas Iv looking to sit in guard and control but Durda gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T3#
Lucas Iv looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lucas Iv working a defensive guard but Durda manages to pass into side control anyway.
Lucas Iv is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Lucas Iv tries to roll over but Durda keeps him under control.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Frank Lucas Iv is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Durda is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lucas Iv doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Durda.
Lucas Iv keeps control of the position for the meantime.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: AKF 19 | Robbins vs. Koistinen
Date: Sep 25, 2021

#R1#
Jackson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lucas Iv will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sloppy strikes from Jackson. Those never looked like landing.
Lucas Iv seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Lucas Iv avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lucas Iv showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jackson.
Jackson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jackson throws a nice looking combination but Lucas Iv bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jackson takes one to the side of the head. #CL#
Lucas Iv clinches.
Lucas Iv working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC#
Lucas Iv's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jackson tries a head kick but it misses. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Lucas Iv stalls. #BC#
Lucas Iv breaks the clinch. #T1#
Lucas Iv thuds his right hand into Jackson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lucas Iv scores with a body shot. #CL#
Lucas Iv gets a clinch.
Lucas Iv stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #BC#
Lucas Iv escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lucas Iv jabs Jackson right on the nose. Jackson blinks but takes it well.
Jackson misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL#
Lucas Iv clinches up with Jackson and pushes him back against the ropes.#BC#
Lucas Iv breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lucas Iv is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL#
Lucas Iv moves into range and clinches up with Jackson.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Jackson blocks an uppercut.
Jackson trying to stall but Lucas Iv improves his position. #T2#
Lucas Iv misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Jackson.
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!
Jackson misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv scores with a shoulder strike.
Jackson is trying to stall.
Lucas Iv struggles to land a body shot inside as Jackson controls his hands. #BC#
Lucas Iv manages to break the clinch.
A right-left combo lands from Jackson. #CL#
Lucas Iv has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jackson taking a breather.
Jackson misses with some punches.
A body shot lands from Lucas Iv.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lucas Iv.
Jackson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jackson is looking to control Lucas Iv's arms but Lucas Iv gets an underhook and turns him. Now Jackson has his back to the ropes. #T3#
Lucas Iv lands with a short shot to the head.
Lucas Iv misses with a body punch.
Jackson tries to stall but Lucas Iv uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Lucas Iv misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lucas Iv lands a shot to the body.
Jackson tries to land a knee to the head but Lucas Iv blocks with his arms.
Lucas Iv blocks the elbow strike.
Jackson tries to stall but Lucas Iv uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #BC#
Lucas Iv's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lucas Iv tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Lucas Iv fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jackson, pushing him back against the ropes.
Jackson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Jackson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson looking to slow down the pace here.
A left hand lands to the body for Lucas Iv.
We've been informed that Jackson has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
A short uppercut from Lucas Iv. #T4#
Jackson throws a punch but it's blocked by Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv tries to work over Jackson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lucas Iv blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jackson is trying to maintain a safe position but Lucas Iv gets an underhook and turns Jackson into the ropes.
Jackson stalling in the clinch but Lucas Iv improves position.
Jackson presses Lucas Iv against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jackson misses with a punch to the body.
Lucas Iv struggles to land a body shot inside as Jackson controls his hands.
A shot in the inside from Lucas Iv.
Jackson tries a knee to the head but Lucas Iv blocks it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lucas Iv.
Jackson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Lucas Iv tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right handed body shot lands from Lucas Iv. #BC#
Lucas Iv breaks the clinch.
Jackson lands a head kick!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Jackson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lucas Iv is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jackson can do to turn this around?
Jackson takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Jackson throws a head kick but Lucas Iv moves out of range.
Lucas Iv cracks Jackson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lucas Iv's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Lucas Iv duly obliges. #CL#
Lucas Iv forces Jackson back against the ropes and clinches.
Frank Lucas Iv has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Jackson trying to stall but Lucas Iv improves his position.
Lucas Iv tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jackson's elbow.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Jackson trying to control the position but instead, Lucas Iv has worked for underhooks and has pushed Jackson into the ropes.
Lucas Iv can't find room to land a body shot as Jackson controls the action. #BC#
Lucas Iv breaks the clinch.
Lucas Iv scores with a punch to the head.
Oshan Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jackson throws a right hand that Lucas Iv ducks under and follows up with a left that Lucas Iv also avoids with ease.
Jackson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lucas Iv circles away quickly and effectively.
Jackson is breathing heavily.#CL#
Lucas Iv gets a clinch. #T1##BC#
Lucas Iv breaks the clinch.
Lucas Iv thuds a left hand into Jackson's body.
A punch combination from Jackson misses.
Lucas Iv scores with a jab. Jackson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lucas Iv scores with a body shot.
Lucas Iv fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jackson on the side of the head.
Lucas Iv scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lucas Iv throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jackson.
Jackson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson tries to bum rush Lucas Iv with a series of wild strikes but Lucas Iv uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lucas Iv throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jackson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Lucas Iv was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lucas Iv lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jackson at a distance.
Jackson lands with a kick to the temple. Lucas Iv shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Lucas Iv dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lucas Iv moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lucas Iv scores with a big combo that sends Jackson crashing to the mat! He's still conscious but the referee has seen enough as Jackson flops around uncontrollably and he's called an end to the fight! Lucas Iv jumps onto the ropes and throws his mouthpiece into the crowd. Gross.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Frank Lucas Iv!
Frank Lucas Iv thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Oshan Jackson was interviewed post fight and said 'I tryed my best i want to thank the fans for coming out and supporting me. Ill be back and next time ill get the finish for you guys.'.

Event: AKF 14 | Pryor vs. Blackmane ðŸº
Date: Aug 21, 2021

#R1#
Collins looks to land a combination. Lucas Iv sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
A cross from Collins lands.
Collins connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Lucas Iv looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Collins misses with a wild combination.
Collins lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Collins tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Lucas Iv manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lucas Iv went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Collins swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Collins misses with a straight right.
Collins fails to land with a series of punches.
Collins is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Collins avoids the body shot from Lucas Iv.
Collins lands with an overhand left.
Collins avoids the head kick by Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Collins sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Collins jabs Lucas Iv to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lucas Iv takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Collins throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A telegraphed right hand from Lucas Iv misses the target.
Michael Collins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Lucas Iv stuns Collins with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Frank Lucas Iv is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lucas Iv slips a jab and a cross from Collins.
Lucas Iv throws a nice looking combination but Collins bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Collins slips under a jab.
Lucas Iv blocks a head kick by Collins.
Lucas Iv throws a right and a left that Collins avoids nicely.
Lucas Iv keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lucas Iv misses with a few strikes there.
Collins is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Collins scores with a three punch combo!
Collins scores with a jab. Lucas Iv acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL#
Lucas Iv has Collins up against the ropes in a clinch.
Collins has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Collins.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stalling in the clinch from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv has Collins pressed against the ropes. #BC#
Lucas Iv breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
Lucas Iv takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Collins sizes up Lucas Iv with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Collins digs a good hook to Lucas Iv's body.
Lucas Iv tries to clinch up but Collins circles away and keeps his distance.
Collins uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lucas Iv.
Collins tries to bum rush Lucas Iv with a series of wild strikes but Lucas Iv uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lucas Iv scores with the left hand. Collins knows he should have avoided that one.
Lucas Iv scores with a jab to the head.
Collins displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Collins swats away the attempt to clinch by Lucas Iv.
Collins throws a body kick that misses.
Lucas Iv fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lucas Iv uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Collins.
Collins swats away the attempt to clinch by Lucas Iv.#T3#
Lucas Iv doesn't manage to clinch there - Collins circles away.
Collins misses with a jab, cross combination.
Collins tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lucas Iv was well out of range. Poor timing from Collins.
Collins fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL#
Lucas Iv instigates a clinch. #BC#
Lucas Iv breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Collins's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lucas Iv under the eye.
A jab from Lucas Iv misses.
Lucas Iv tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Collins was well out of range. Poor timing from Lucas Iv.#CL#
Lucas Iv clinches up with Collins and pushes him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Collins breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Lucas Iv forces Collins back against the ropes and clinches.#BC2#
Collins breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Collins is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Lucas Iv had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Collins throws a sloppy head kick and Lucas Iv moves out of range easily.
Lucas Iv takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lucas Iv jabs Collins right on the nose. Collins blinks but takes it well.
Collins scores with a sloppy right hand. Lucas Iv should have avoided that one. #CL#
Lucas Iv has closed the distance and engaged Collins in a clinch.
Lucas Iv lands a hook that snaps the head of Collins backwards.
Lucas Iv prevents Collins from breaking the clinch.#BC2#
Collins breaks the clinch.
Collins throws a right and a left that Lucas Iv avoids nicely.
Lucas Iv is looking to counter punch.
Lucas Iv wants to clinch up but Collins keeps it at a distance.
As Lucas Iv backs off Collins throws a huge counter combo but Lucas Iv manages to avoid it all.
A slow jab from Collins misses its intended target.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Collins.
Collins throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lucas Iv swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lucas Iv ducks under a wild hook from Collins.
Lucas Iv drops his hands momentarily and Collins takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Collins misses with a wild combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Collins dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A combination from Collins does no damage.
Lucas Iv tries to clinch but Collins moves out of range.
Collins throws a right and a left that Lucas Iv avoids nicely.
Lucas Iv misses with a two punch combination.
Collins throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Lucas Iv counters with a right hand to the body.
Lucas Iv throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lucas Iv slips a jab and a cross from Collins.
Lucas Iv on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Collins misses with a wild body shot.
Collins tries to land a front kick but Lucas Iv steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lucas Iv pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Collins has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv tries to clinch but Collins is having none of it.
Lucas Iv throws a series of punches but Collins moves out of range.
Lucas Iv moves out of range of the strikes.
Lucas Iv dodges the punch combination from Collins. #T1#
A shot to the liver by Lucas Iv. Beautiful body shot.
Collins lands with a nice combination. Lucas Iv backs away looking to recover.
Collins is breathing heavily.
Collins misses with a hook. Lucas Iv ducked under it nicely.
Frank Lucas Iv is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Collins misses with a looping right.
Good standup being displayed there by Collins as he connects with a hook.
Collins fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lucas Iv scores with the left hand. Collins knows he should have avoided that one.
Lucas Iv moves in looking to clinch but Collins pushes him off.#CL#
Lucas Iv moves into the clinch successfully.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Collins looking to stall.
Collins working hard to break the clinch.
Collins working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
Collins manages to break the clinch. #T2#
Lucas Iv will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lucas Iv throws a series of punches but Collins moves out of range.
Lucas Iv throws a right hand that Collins ducks under and follows up with a left that Collins also avoids with ease.
Lucas Iv is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL#
Lucas Iv clinches.
Collins is trying to break the clinch but Lucas Iv has him pressed against the ropes.
Lucas Iv stalling in the clinch. #BC2#
Collins breaks the clinch.
Lucas Iv misses the jab.
Lucas Iv rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Collins moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lucas Iv misses with a body shot
and Collins counters with a stiff right hand.
Collins lands with a nice body punch. #T3##CL#
Lucas Iv clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Lucas Iv breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Collins tries a head kick but it misses.
Lucas Iv swings for the body but Collins moves out of range.
Collins misses with a head kick.
As Collins looks to move away, Lucas Iv throws a big counter combo but Collins just gets out of the way.
Collins stalks Lucas Iv and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Lucas Iv's face. Lucas Iv staggers backwards, shaken.
A swing and a miss from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv moves in looking to clinch but Collins pushes him off.
Collins throws a looping overhand right but Lucas Iv ducks down to avoid it.
Lucas Iv tries to clinch up but Collins circles away and keeps his distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Collins looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lucas Iv slips a jab and a cross from Collins.
Lucas Iv is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lucas Iv misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T4#
Lucas Iv throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Collins sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lucas Iv avoids the head kick by Collins.
Collins misses with a jab, cross combination.
Collins swinging wildly here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Lucas Iv gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Lucas Iv misses with a body punch.
Lucas Iv pushes Collins back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short left from Lucas Iv.
Collins misses with an elbow strike.
Collins wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC#
Lucas Iv breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Collins cracks Lucas Iv with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Collins showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lucas Iv.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Michael Collins will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Collins throws a hook but Lucas Iv avoids it easily.
Collins paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lucas Iv takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CL#
Lucas Iv gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Collins wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Collins is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Lucas Iv fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Collins lands a damaging elbow.
Lucas Iv lands an uppercut.
Lucas Iv has a couple of punches blocked by Collins.
Collins can't break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Collins manages to break the clinch.
A jab from Collins does it's job there.
Collins misses with a straight right.
Lucas Iv seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Collins takes one on the button.
Michael Collins seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lucas Iv thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Lucas Iv lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Collins circles away quickly and effectively.
Lucas Iv tries to clinch but Collins moves out of range.
A punch combination from Collins misses.
Collins takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lucas Iv has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Collins finds it's way round the side to connect with Lucas Iv's head.
Lucas Iv tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lucas Iv tries to clinch but Collins is having none of it.
Lucas Iv tests Collins's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Collins throws the left hand but Lucas Iv avoids the punch easily.
Lucas Iv tries to close the distance and clinch up but Collins swats him away and circles back towards the center.
No joy there for Collins, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lucas Iv uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Collins.#CL#
Lucas Iv takes the fight into the clinch.
Collins blocks a body shot from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv is looking to control Collins's arms but Collins gets an underhook and turns him. Now Lucas Iv has his back to the ropes. #T2#
Lucas Iv tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Collins's elbow. #BC#
Lucas Iv breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Collins lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lucas Iv uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Collins.
Lucas Iv looks to land a combination but Collins avoids it well.
Collins throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Collins throws the left hand but Lucas Iv avoids the punch easily.
Collins looks to throw the jab but Lucas Iv is out of range.
Lucas Iv wants to clinch up but Collins keeps it at a distance.
Collins shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lucas Iv looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Lucas Iv throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Collins cracks Lucas Iv with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lucas Iv throws a right and a left that both miss.
Some wild striking there from Lucas Iv. #T3#
Collins looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Collins scores with a jab.
Lucas Iv ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Collins moves away.
Collins looks to land a body kick but Lucas Iv moved away.#CL#
Lucas Iv clinches with his opponent. #BC2#
Collins breaks the clinch.
Collins lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jab by Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv misses with a body shot.
Collins throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Collins throws a head kick but Lucas Iv moves out of range.
Lucas Iv is looking for a counter combo.
Collins throws a series of punches but Lucas Iv moves out of range.
Lucas Iv wants to clinch up but Collins keeps it at a distance.
Lucas Iv wants to clinch
and Collins counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Collins swinging wildly here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Collins throws a body shot but no joy.
Lucas Iv misses with a body shot.
Lucas Iv displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Collins throws out the jab.
Collins pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL#
Lucas Iv closes the distance and clinches.
Lucas Iv stalls.
Lucas Iv stalling in the clinch but Collins improves position.
Lucas Iv slows down the pace here. #BC#
Lucas Iv escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Frank Lucas Iv has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Michael Collins is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Collins lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lucas Iv circles away quickly and effectively.
A quick step to the side and Lucas Iv tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michael Collins comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Collins 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight for Michael Collins!
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight for Michael Collins!
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight for Michael Collins!

Michael Collins wins by unanimous decision!
Michael Collins 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: Ambush 10: Ringnes VS Tharrier
Date: Jul 24, 2021

#R1#
Lucas Iv looks to land a combination. Wong sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CL2#
Lucas Iv clinches.
A right handed body shot lands from Wong.
Lucas Iv lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Wong looking to stall.
Lucas Iv misses with a hook to the ribs.
A body shot lands from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv lands with a short shot to the head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Lucas Iv as Wong tries to tie him up.
Lucas Iv stalling the fight.
Lucas Iv slows down the pace here.
Wong tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Lucas Iv is stalling here.
Lucas Iv lands with a left to the head.
Lucas Iv blocking some punches. #T1#
Lucas Iv controlling the action here for a moment.
A short right from Lucas Iv.
Wong is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lucas Iv is keeping busy.
Lucas Iv working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
A short left from Wong.
Wong's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Lucas Iv throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wongs head.
Lucas Iv blocks a body shot from Wong.
A hook to the body from Lucas Iv.
Wong trying to control the position but instead, Lucas Iv has worked for underhooks and has pushed Wong into the ropes.
Lucas Iv lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Lucas Iv pushes Wong back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Lucas Iv is leaning against Wong and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Wong tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Wong is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
A short body shot lands from Lucas Iv as the two fighters clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Wong definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Lucas Iv works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lucas Iv will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Wong up against the ropes.
Lucas Iv digs a right hand underneath Wong's ribcage. Wong let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lucas Iv lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Lucas Iv digs a right hand underneath Wong's ribcage. Wong let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Wong letting Lucas Iv take a breather here.
Lucas Iv lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Wong backwards. #T3#
Lucas Iv taking a breather.
A short left from Lucas Iv.
Wong lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lucas Iv lands an uppercut.
Lucas Iv prevents a body shot from Wong.
Wong throws a punch but it's blocked by Lucas Iv.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lucas Iv.
Wong tries to throw a body punch but Lucas Iv avoids it by throwing Wong back against the ropes.
Wong is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Lucas Iv prevents a body shot from Wong.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv blocks an uppercut.
Lucas Iv lands a body shot.
Lucas Iv stalling the fight.
Lucas Iv lands a left hand.
Wong working aggressively here.
Lucas Iv has Wong pressed against the ropes. #T4#
Wong tries to throw a body punch but Lucas Iv avoids it by throwing Wong back against the ropes.
Lucas Iv stalls.
Lucas Iv lands with a light punch inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Wong looking to slow down the pace here.
Wong swings wildly with an uppercut but Lucas Iv uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lucas Iv lands an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Lucas Iv.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Wong tries a body shot but Lucas Iv blocks it.
Wong taking a breather.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv lands a left hand.
Lucas Iv lands a body punch in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Lucas Iv fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wong on the side of the head.
Lucas Iv has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Lucas Iv gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Lucas Iv lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Wong backwards.
Lucas Iv blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lucas Iv works on Wong's body with a couple of short punches.
Wong working aggressively here. #BC2#
Lucas Iv breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Wong takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ada Wong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Lucas Iv clinches with his opponent.
Lucas Iv leaning against his opponent.
Lucas Iv taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Wong swings wildly with an uppercut but Lucas Iv uses good head movement to avoid it.
Frank Lucas Iv seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Wong lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lucas Iv backwards.
Lucas Iv scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wong is trying to maintain a safe position but Lucas Iv gets an underhook and turns Wong into the ropes.
A head punch on the inside from Wong fails to land.
Wong looking to stall. #T1#
A head punch on the inside from Wong fails to land.
Wong working aggressively here.
Lucas Iv is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Lucas Iv blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lucas Iv is leaning against Wong and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Wong struggles to land a body shot inside as Lucas Iv controls his hands.
Lucas Iv will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Wong up against the ropes.
A short left from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv blocking some punches.
Wong misses with some punches. #BC2#
Lucas Iv breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Lucas Iv gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Wong misses with a body punch.
A bit of stalling here from Lucas Iv. #T2#
Wong goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lucas Iv pushes Wong back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wong throws a punch but it's blocked by Lucas Iv.
Wong tries to work over Lucas Iv's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Wong stalling in the clinch but Lucas Iv improves position.
Lucas Iv blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wong tries to stall but Lucas Iv uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Wong misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wong misses with a body punch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wong.
Lucas Iv blocking some punches.
Lucas Iv lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wong backwards.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC2#
Lucas Iv's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lucas Iv is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lucas Iv connects with a jab.
Wong throws a hook but Lucas Iv blocks it.#T3#
Wong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lucas Iv uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wong.
Wong fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lucas Iv has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lucas Iv 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.
Wong is looking to land body kicks.
Wong wants to clinch up but Lucas Iv keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Lucas Iv clinches.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Lucas Iv lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wong or not.
A bit of stalling here from Lucas Iv.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lucas Iv.
Wong stalling in the clinch but Lucas Iv improves position.
Wong tries a body shot but Lucas Iv blocks it.
Wong misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Lucas Iv - that landed with a thud.
Lucas Iv lands a nice uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T4#
Wong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lucas Iv's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lucas Iv.
A nice left hand lands by Lucas Iv.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Wong is looking to control Lucas Iv's arms but Lucas Iv gets an underhook and turns him. Now Wong has his back to the ropes.
Lucas Iv lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lucas Iv.
A hook to the body from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv digs a right hand into Wong's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Wong's gas tank.
Wong misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
The referee calls for Lucas Iv to work.
A short right from Lucas Iv on the inside.
Lucas Iv prevents a body shot from Wong.
Wong swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lucas Iv lands with a short head shot on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Lucas Iv ducks under a wild hook from Wong.
Wong is looking to clinch but Lucas Iv is avoiding it.
No joy there for Wong, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lucas Iv looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lucas Iv scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CL2#
Wong gets tackled into the ropes by Lucas Iv. Lucas Iv maintains the clinch.
Wong misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wong struggles to land a body shot inside as Lucas Iv controls his hands.
Wong throws a punch but it's blocked by Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Wong backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wong.
Good body shot from Lucas Iv.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wong fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wong's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lucas Iv lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wong.
Lucas Iv blocking some punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lucas Iv lands a nice shot to the body.
Lucas Iv blocks an uppercut.
Wong is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lucas Iv is keeping busy.#T1#
Wong fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lucas Iv is leaning against Wong and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lucas Iv is working Wong over against the ropes.
A nice left hand lands by Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv stalling against the ropes.
Lucas Iv lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Wong is trying to maintain a safe position but Lucas Iv gets an underhook and turns Wong into the ropes.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Lucas Iv takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Wong misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lucas Iv blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Lucas Iv on the inside.
A hook to the body from Lucas Iv.
Stalling in the clinch from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wong.
Wong has a couple of punches blocked by Lucas Iv. #T2#
Wong stalling in the clinch but Lucas Iv improves position.
Wong being controlled against the ropes.
Wong misses with a punch to the body.
Lucas Iv stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lucas Iv.
Wong struggles to land a body shot inside as Lucas Iv controls his hands.
Lucas Iv lands a body punch.
A short right from Wong on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lucas Iv pushes Wong back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lucas Iv leaning against his opponent.
Wong wants to stall.
Wong stalling in the clinch but Lucas Iv improves position.
Lucas Iv is working Wong over against the ropes.
Wong misses with a body punch. #T3#
A bit of stalling here from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv lands a shoulder strike.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Wong misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lucas Iv blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Lucas Iv.
Wong trying to control the position but instead, Lucas Iv has worked for underhooks and has pushed Wong into the ropes.
Wong tries to work over Lucas Iv's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ada Wong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lucas Iv stalling against the ropes.
Wong doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lucas Iv effectively controlling the action here.
Lucas Iv lands a shot to the body.
Lucas Iv lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Wong tries to throw a body punch but Lucas Iv avoids it by throwing Wong back against the ropes. #T4#
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Lucas Iv slows down the pace here.
A right hook to the body lands for Lucas Iv.
A short uppercut from Lucas Iv.
Frank Lucas Iv is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Wong misses with the head strike.
Good body shot from Lucas Iv.
Wong looking to slow down the pace here.
Lucas Iv throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wongs head.
The referee calls for Lucas Iv to work.
Wong tries a body shot but Lucas Iv blocks it.
Lucas Iv taking a breather.
A nice left hand lands by Lucas Iv.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Paul Aken scores the fight for Frank Lucas Iv!
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight for Frank Lucas Iv!
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight for Frank Lucas Iv!

Frank Lucas Iv wins by unanimous decision!
During a confident post fight interview, Frank Lucas Iv thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: CMMA 95 McCrae vs Carter
Date: Apr 10, 2021

#R1#
Chapman will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lucas Iv tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Lucas Iv closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Chapman quickly recovers to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lucas Iv wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chapman keeps working.
Lucas Iv thows a huge punch but Chapman dodges it nicely.
Lucas Iv is trying to control the action in half guard but Chapman is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Chapman is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chapman is working hard here to advance position.#T1#
Lucas Iv missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lucas Iv trying to control the action but Chapman is working from the bottom.
Chapman has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lucas Iv is working away from the top position though.
Chapman is concentrating on defense, preventing Lucas Iv from advancing position.
Chapman tries to get to full guard but Lucas Iv has control of the leg.
Lucas Iv is trying to control the action in half guard but Chapman is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Lucas Iv takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Chapman lands with a right hand.
Chapman cracks Lucas Iv with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Lucas Iv 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.
Lucas Iv shoots for a double leg takedown but Chapman sprawls well. He's pushed Lucas Iv's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Chapman scores with a jab. Lucas Iv acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lucas Iv looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lucas Iv takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #TD2#
Lucas Iv changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Chapman looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Lucas Iv wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chapman keeps working.
Chapman tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lucas Iv wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Chapman gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T3#
Chapman wants to improve his position but Lucas Iv is controlling well.
Chapman is not content to let Lucas Iv control the position.
Chapman is holding on to half guard well.
Chapman is trying to stand.
Lucas Iv moves into full mount! Chapman won't be happy about that!
Chapman is squirming around, avoiding Lucas Iv's attempts to control the action.
Chapman really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T4#
Lucas Iv throws some wild stikes that Chapman manages to avoid easily.
Lucas Iv looking to control but Chapman is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lucas Iv is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Poor strikes thrown by Lucas Iv there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lucas Iv looking to control but Chapman is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lucas Iv looking to ground and pound but Chapman is blocking nicely.
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 Danny Chapman will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Chapman connects with a right hand. Lucas Iv shakes it off.
Chapman throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lucas Iv fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Chapman avoids it really well and circles away.
Chapman's corner calls for a 1-2. Chapman obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lucas Iv on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Chapman. Chapman obviously looking to wear him down.
No luck for Lucas Iv with that takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut there from Chapman.
Lucas Iv keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lucas Iv has a takedown stuffed.
Danny Chapman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Lucas Iv.#T1#
Chapman lands a slapping body shot.
Lucas Iv gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Chapman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lucas Iv takes one to the chin there.
Lucas Iv uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chapman.
Chapman throws the kick towards the body but Lucas Iv avoids it.
Chapman throws a hook to the side of Lucas Iv's head but Lucas Iv sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lucas Iv ducks under a wild hook from Chapman.
Danny Chapman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chapman clobbers Lucas Iv with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Lucas Iv takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Frank Lucas Iv is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lucas Iv walks into a left hand.
Chapman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lucas Iv moves away.
Chapman looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lucas Iv feints the counter takedown.
Chapman keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T2#
Lucas Iv misses with a takedown
and Chapman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lucas Iv with a lazy takedown attempt
and Chapman counters with a straight right hand.
Chapman lets loose with a powerful body kick. Lucas Iv will feel that in the morning.#TD2#
Lucas Iv drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Chapman is trying to get back to his feet.
Chapman is trying to improve his position.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position but Chapman is working away.
Chapman is pushing Lucas Iv's head away, looking to escape. Lucas Iv manages to hold on to the position though.#T3#
Lucas Iv trying to control the action but Chapman is working from the bottom.
Lucas Iv working away.
Lucas Iv trying to control the action but Chapman is working from the bottom.
Chapman is trying to buck Lucas Iv off.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Lucas Iv walks into a straight right hand from Chapman.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Lucas Iv shoots in for a double leg but Chapman sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Danny Chapman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Chapman smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Chapman keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Chapman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lucas Iv can do to turn this around?
A solid body kick from Chapman.
Chapman connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lucas Iv's hands.
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Chapman sprawls well. Chapman wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lucas Iv gets slowly back to his feet.
Nice shot lands for Chapman.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Danny Chapman dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Chapman just misses with a punch to the body.
Chapman fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lucas Iv changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Chapman tries to avoid it but Lucas Iv manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Chapman to the ground. Chapman escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Chapman works the jab nicely.
Lucas Iv fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Chapman avoids it really well and circles away.
Chapman cracks Lucas Iv with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Lucas Iv looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Chapman pulls Lucas Iv in close to prevent any damage.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Chapman keeps moving. #T1#
Lucas Iv postures up in Chapman's guard and throws a big left but Chapman blocks it.
Lucas Iv cracks Chapman with a solid left hand.
Chapman utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv is in close to Chapman's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Chapman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv distracts Chapman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Lucas Iv must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#ES#
Chapman has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Lucas Iv off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Lucas Iv takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lucas Iv misses with a takedown attempt - Chapman sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Danny Chapman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Lucas Iv.#T2#
Lucas Iv ducks under a wild hook from Chapman.
Lucas Iv fails with a takedown attempt.
Lucas Iv steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Chapman.
Chapman swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lucas Iv.
Chapman tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Lucas Iv counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Lucas Iv.
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!
Chapman looking for a sweep. Not yet Chapman, not yet.
Chapman has his hands on Lucas Iv's head, controlling the position.
Frank Lucas Iv has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Chapman is working from the bottom.
Lucas Iv wants to pass the guard but Chapman is keeping the position.#T3#
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Chapman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chapman utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Chapman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Chapman seems keen to control Lucas Iv's posture.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Chapman scores with a nice head shot.
Lucas Iv tries to clinch there but Chapman circles away.
Chapman lands with an overhand left.#T4#
Chapman uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lucas Iv changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Chapman tries to avoid it but Lucas Iv manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Chapman to the ground. Chapman escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Chapman cracks Lucas Iv with a right hand to the side of the head.
Chapman fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv looks for a takedown but Chapman sprawls well.
Chapman defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lucas Iv tries to score a power double leg takedown but Chapman sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lucas Iv somewhat.#TD2#
Lucas Iv gets a double leg takedown into Chapman's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Danny Chapman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Chapman, 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Danny Chapman!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Danny Chapman waved his t-shirt featuring Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: CMMA 78 Lafayette vs Morrison
Date: Feb 13, 2021

#R1##KD#
Hashima feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Lucas Iv sprawling to the canvas! Lucas Iv rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Hashima finish him?!
Lucas Iv avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hashima seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Hashima throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hashima stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hashima wants it to stay on the feet.#KD#
Hashima sends Lucas Iv crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Hashima is motioning to the referee to let Lucas Iv up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#Lucas Iv is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hashima closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Lucas Iv out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rounin Hashima!
Rounin Hashima 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: CMMA 66 De Minaur vs Oliveira
Date: Jan 09, 2021

#R1#
Peieira is looking to chop away at Lucas Iv's legs.
Lucas Iv avoids the head kick by Peieira.
Peieira swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD#
Peieira shoots in and bounces Lucas Iv off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Peieira wants to control from the top but Lucas Iv keeps moving. #SUB#
Peieira drops back looking for a leg! Lucas Iv is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lucas Iv manages to kick Peieira off! Peieira jumps back into Lucas Iv's guard.
Peieira pushes down on Lucas Iv's leg and manages to get into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Peieira is looking for a kimura here.
Lucas Iv is in trouble now - Peieira has advanced to mount! #T1#
Lucas Iv tries to reverse the position but Peieira maintains control.
Peieira moves to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Lucas Iv defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Peieira's arms.
Lucas Iv staying busy and making it hard for Peieira to control.
Lucas Iv really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Peieira. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Peieira gets his hands free as Lucas Iv looks to control.
Peieira is hanging on to Lucas Iv's back as he tries to escape. #SUB#
Peieira sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Lucas Iv taps out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Caio Peieira!

Event: CMMA 57 Dinapoli vs Army Jr
Date: Dec 12, 2020

#R1#
Lucas Iv shoots in looking for a takedown but Cruz manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lucas Iv's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lucas Iv shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Cruz defends it nicely.
Lucas Iv shoots in for a takedown but Cruz shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Pablo Cruz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Lucas Iv.
Cruz lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lucas Iv takes a jab right on the kisser.
We've been told by Cruz's head coaches at Brooklyn MMA & Fitness that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD2#
Lucas Iv looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Cruz knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lucas Iv on the ground.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Cruz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T1#
Lucas Iv throwing strikes from guard but Cruz blocks nicely.
Lucas Iv looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lucas Iv throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cruz works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Lucas Iv sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lucas Iv postures up in Cruz's guard and throws a big left but Cruz blocks it.
Lucas Iv in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Cruz scores with a nice strike.
Cruz stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Cruz wants it to stay on the feet.#T2#
Cruz clobbers Lucas Iv with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Cruz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Cruz.
Cruz cracks Lucas Iv with a right hand to the side of the head.
Cruz is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Cruz lands a head shot.
Cruz keeps the fight on the outside.
Lucas Iv avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lucas Iv takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cruz bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lucas Iv's head backwards.#ROC#Lucas Iv is rocked!
Cruz fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lucas Iv looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cruz lands a glancing blow to the side of Lucas Iv's head.
Lucas Iv is still on wobbly legs! Can Cruz finish him?
Lucas Iv looks for a takedown but Cruz sprawls well.#T3#
Lucas Iv looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A little feinted left hand from Cruz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lucas Iv seems to have recovered his senses.
Cruz looks to score with a jab to the body but Lucas Iv is just out of range.
Lucas Iv is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Cruz keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Cruz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lucas Iv steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cruz.
And Lucas Iv tries to counter it with a takedown but Cruz pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Cruz missing with a left hand there. Lucas Iv was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cruz is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Lucas Iv slips a jab from Cruz.
Cruz connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lucas Iv tries for a takedown but Cruz circles away easily
and Cruz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cruz lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T4#
Nice takedown defense from Cruz. No joy for Lucas Iv on that attempt.
Cruz works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Lucas Iv tries for a takedown but Cruz sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Cruz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice body punch from Cruz.
Cruz misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD2#
so Lucas Iv counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Cruz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lucas Iv not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Cruz is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Lucas Iv in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Cruz dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Lucas Iv manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Cruz on his heels. He'll look to pass Cruz's guard now, I'm sure.
Lucas Iv content to stall in guard here.
Lucas Iv wants to control from the top but Cruz keeps moving.
Lucas Iv is looking to work some ground and pound but Cruz has wrist control.
Lucas Iv landing with the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lucas Iv has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lucas Iv throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Lucas Iv controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Cruz tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Cruz lands with an overhand left.
Cruz displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cruz.#TD2#
Lucas Iv throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Cruz tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lucas Iv is in Cruz's guard.
Cruz keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully.
Cruz has control of Lucas Iv's left arm, preventing Lucas Iv from doing any damage. #T2#
Lucas Iv throws a big right hand that misses.
Lucas Iv with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lucas Iv slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Lucas Iv looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Lucas Iv grinds an elbow into Cruz's temple.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cruz seems a little lost for a moment, as Lucas Iv dominates the positioning.#T3#
Lucas Iv wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cruz keeps working.
An elbow from Lucas Iv crashes against the mat.
Lucas Iv cracks Cruz with a big elbow.
Lucas Iv tries to move to mount but Cruz blocks the move with his legs.
Lucas Iv misses with the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv scores with a couple of short elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lucas Iv throws a strike aimed at the side of Cruz's head but Cruz avoids it well.
Lucas Iv is looking to take a break and control but Cruz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A decent looking cross lands there for Cruz.
Pablo Cruz is winning the standup battle so far.
Cruz lands a slapping body shot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lucas Iv staying out of range there.
Cruz throws a good cross that connects.
Cruz looks to throw the jab but Lucas Iv is out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Frank Lucas Iv will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Cruz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Lucas Iv misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Cruz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lucas Iv.
Cruz bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lucas Iv's head backwards.
Lucas Iv walks into a stiff left hand from Cruz.
Cruz takes a swing at Lucas Iv's ribcage but misses.
And Lucas Iv tries to counter it with a takedown but Cruz pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Lucas Iv blocks a jab.
Lucas Iv slips a straight right by Cruz.
Lucas Iv is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Lucas Iv closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Lucas Iv closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Lucas Iv lands in his opponent's guard.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Cruz is working from the bottom. #T1#
Cruz preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Cruz controlling the position.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Cruz is working from the bottom.
Lucas Iv throws a big right hand that misses.
Lucas Iv sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Cruz is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Cruz throws a hook but Lucas Iv blocks it.
Lucas Iv with the counter takedown but Cruz avoids it easily.
Cruz misses with a straight right.
Cruz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lucas Iv can do to turn this around?
Lucas Iv fails with the takedown
enabling Cruz to counter with a crisp jab.
Cruz connects with a right hand. Lucas Iv shakes it off.
Cruz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cruz is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
The crowd cheers as Cruz lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lucas Iv doesn't seem phased though.
Lucas Iv staying out of range there.
Lucas Iv tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Cruz lands a body shot.
Cruz with a nice cross.
Pablo Cruz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lucas Iv changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cruz tries to avoid it but Lucas Iv manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cruz to the ground. Cruz escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Pablo Cruz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Lucas Iv.#T3#
Lucas Iv ducks under a wild hook from Cruz.
Lucas Iv misses with a takedown
letting Cruz counter with a right hand.
Cruz misses with a hook #TD2#
and Lucas Iv counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Lucas Iv is looking to take a break and control but Cruz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lucas Iv landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Lucas Iv missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lucas Iv keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Lucas Iv passes to full mount!
Lucas Iv cracks Cruz with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Cruz on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Cruz tries to get out of the position.#T4#
Lucas Iv thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Lucas Iv unloads with some shots from mount but Cruz bucks and avoids them well.
Lucas Iv in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Lucas Iv punching from mount but Cruz doing a good job of avoiding damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lucas Iv scoring with strikes but Cruz is staying in there.
Lucas Iv breaks from Cruz's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Cruz avoids a series of strikes thrown by Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv breaks from Cruz's wrist control and lands an elbow.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pablo Cruz showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Cruz 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pablo Cruz!
Pablo Cruz made sure to mention his sponsor, Brooklyn Apothecary in his post fight interview.

Event: CMMA 49 Philippe vs Jukassa
Date: Nov 14, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Williams looking to score a takedown here. Lucas Iv is defending well but Williams drives through and ends up in Lucas Iv's guard.
Lucas Iv is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lucas Iv wants to sweep but no luck.
Lucas Iv looking to control.
Lucas Iv knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Williams on the ground.
Williams passes Lucas Iv's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Lucas Iv is controlling Williams's position as best he can from this difficult position.#SUB2#
Williams is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lucas Iv desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Williams has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Legacy MMA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Williams is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lucas Iv wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Lucas Iv is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Williams is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Williams is pressing down on Lucas Iv's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lucas Iv is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Williams is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lucas Iv has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Williams seems to be working for a kimura but Lucas Iv defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Williams looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Lucas Iv makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lucas Iv.#T2#
Williams forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Williams wants to work for an arm triangle but Lucas Iv is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Williams thows a huge punch but Lucas Iv dodges it nicely. #SUB2#
Williams is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lucas Iv doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Williams. #SUB2#
Lucas Iv is defending against the submission attempts here by Williams.
Williams slips a nice elbow through Lucas Iv's hands, connecting with Lucas Iv's forehead.#T3##SUB2#
Williams is working for a kimura but Lucas Iv is defending it quite comfortably.
Lucas Iv is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lucas Iv regains full guard. Nicely done.
Williams advances position into side control!
Williams throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Lucas Iv tries to buck Williams off but Williams is having none of it.#SUB2#
Williams has an Americana. Lucas Iv didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Williams is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Williams hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Spencer Williams!
During a confident post fight interview, Spencer Williams thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: CMMA 44 Barnes vs Salvador
Date: Oct 25, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hecker Jr rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lucas Iv moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
As Hecker Jr looks to move away, Lucas Iv throws a big counter combo but Hecker Jr just gets out of the way.
Lucas Iv shoots in and drives through. Hecker Jr sprawls well.
Hecker Jr appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Hecker Jr slaps away a takedown attempt from Lucas Iv, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Hecker Jr fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Hecker Jr looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Lucas Iv counters with a nice double leg into side control. Hecker Jr won't be happy with that.
Lucas Iv tries to advance to mount but Hecker Jr denies him.
Hecker Jr is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hecker Jr is trying to escape the position but Lucas Iv is controlling the position.
Lucas Iv lands a nice forearm strike. #SUB#
Lucas Iv goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Hecker Jr has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Lucas Iv but great work by Hecker Jr.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hecker Jr throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Lucas Iv works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure. #T1#
Hecker Jr trying to control from half guard but Lucas Iv is working away.
Lucas Iv is trying to get back to full guard.
Hecker Jr thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lucas Iv's head.
Lucas Iv is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hecker Jr is trying to control the action in half guard but Lucas Iv is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Lucas Iv is looking to improve his position.
Hecker Jr wants to take a breather but Lucas Iv is having none of it.
Lucas Iv wants to improve his position but Hecker Jr is controlling well.
Hecker Jr throwing shots but Lucas Iv is blocking nicely.
Lucas Iv is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lucas Iv on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Lucas Iv tries to get out of the position.
Lucas Iv is working hard here to advance position.
Lucas Iv holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Hecker Jr trying to control the action but Lucas Iv is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Hecker Jr shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lucas Iv pinned against the cage. Lucas Iv gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #CL2#
Hecker Jr has Lucas Iv up against the cage in a clinch. #TD#
Lucas Iv has hold of one of Hecker Jr's legs. Hecker Jr is fighting the takedown attempt but Lucas Iv gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Lucas Iv content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hecker Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lucas Iv controlling from the top position.
Lucas Iv lands a couple of digs.#T4#
Lucas Iv postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Lucas Iv landing with the ground and pound.
We've been hearing good reports from Lucas Iv's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Hecker Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lucas Iv cracks Hecker Jr with a solid left hand.
Hecker Jr is trying to control the position but Lucas Iv postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lucas Iv is in close to Hecker Jr's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lucas Iv slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Hecker Jr misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
It looked like Lucas Iv was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hecker Jr.#CL2#
Hecker Jr takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Hecker Jr jumps into guard, dragging Lucas Iv to the mat.
Hecker Jr controls Lucas Iv momentarily but Lucas Iv frees himself.
Hecker Jr being controlled here, momentarily.
Lucas Iv lands a couple of elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hecker Jr being controlled here, momentarily.
Lucas Iv postures up. #T1#
Lucas Iv scoring with some ground and pound.
Lucas Iv seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Hecker Jr controls Lucas Iv momentarily but Lucas Iv frees himself. #SUB2#
Hecker Jr looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Lucas Iv passes into side control.
Lucas Iv lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T2#
Hecker Jr being controlled for a moment.
Hecker Jr is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #SU#
Lucas Iv decides to stand back up. Lucas Iv steps back and let's Hecker Jr get back to his feet.#TD#
Lucas Iv bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
A lull in the action here.
Hecker Jr manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hecker Jr trying to control but Lucas Iv postures up. #T3#
Hecker Jr holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Lucas Iv working Hecker Jr over with strikes.
Frank Lucas Iv overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hecker Jr trying to hold on to Lucas Iv's head to control him but Lucas Iv postures up.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lucas Iv lands a nice short elbow.
Lucas Iv controlling the action here.
Lucas Iv is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hecker Jr can do to turn this around?
Hecker Jr moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lucas Iv looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Lucas Iv is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Lucas Iv controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hecker Jr is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lucas Iv stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hecker Jr swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3##TD#
Lucas Iv shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Lucas Iv controlling the action here.
Hecker Jr tries to roll over but Lucas Iv keeps him under control.
Lucas Iv is nestled in close to Hecker Jr, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Still in half guard, Lucas Iv seems content to control.
Lucas Iv has decided to stand back up but his arm is trapped. Whilst he's worrying about his arm, Hecker Jr works to full guard.
Lucas Iv looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Lucas Iv is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hecker Jr wants to stand and escape but Lucas Iv is having none of it.
Lucas Iv working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hecker Jr wants to get back to his feet but Lucas Iv is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Lucas Iv with a nice head shot there.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Hecker Jr is trying to keep Lucas Iv in close. #SUB2#
Hecker Jr throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lucas Iv slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lucas Iv dodges the punch combination from Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr throws a lazy uppercut
and Lucas Iv counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Hecker Jr fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Lucas Iv avoids it really well and circles away.
Lucas Iv fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T3##CL2#
Hecker Jr has closed the distance and engaged Lucas Iv in a clinch. #TD#
Lucas Iv decides to pull guard.
Lucas Iv tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lucas Iv keeping moving, preventing Hecker Jr from controlling successfully.
Lucas Iv is pulling down on Hecker Jr's head to control his posture.
Lucas Iv looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Lucas Iv has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Lucas Iv keeping moving, preventing Hecker Jr from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Frank Lucas Iv is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#CL2#
Hecker Jr takes the fight into the clinch.
Hecker Jr tries to land a knee to the head but Lucas Iv blocks with his arms.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hecker Jr tries to stall but Lucas Iv uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Jeff Hecker Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lucas Iv stalls.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frank Lucas Iv!
Frank Lucas Iv thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: CMMA 33 MacLaughlin vs Ollila
Date: Sep 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Koket fails to land with a series of punches.
Koket pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Lucas Iv back to the cage. Koket follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Koket throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Lucas Iv counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Lucas Iv thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Koket's head.
Lucas Iv has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Lucas Iv is looking for a kimura but Koket is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lucas Iv to get the leverage.
Lucas Iv keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Lucas Iv drops an elbow to the side of Koket's head.
We've been hearing good reports from Lucas Iv's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Koket blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv trying to control the pace.
Koket keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T1#
Lucas Iv landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Lucas Iv is taking a breather. Koket says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Lucas Iv has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Koket tries to get to full guard but Lucas Iv has control of the leg.
Koket 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Koket taking some punishment here, with Lucas Iv in his half guard.
Lucas Iv sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Lucas Iv'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.
Koket wants to get back to full guard.
Lucas Iv content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Lucas Iv closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Lucas Iv lands in his opponent's guard.#T3#
Lucas Iv slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Koket working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lucas Iv.
Koket really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lucas Iv. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Koket can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lucas Iv controls the pace.
Lucas Iv working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Koket's head.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Lucas Iv engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Lucas Iv postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Koket wants to sweep here but Lucas Iv controlling him for the moment.
Lucas Iv scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#ES2#
Koket manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Koket has had enough of the clinch but Lucas Iv keeps him there for the moment.
Koket tries to work over Lucas Iv's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Koket can't break the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Koket bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Koket throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Lucas Iv counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Frank Lucas Iv overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lucas Iv is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Lucas Iv is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Koket has hold of Lucas Iv's hands but Lucas Iv slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Lucas Iv missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lucas Iv slows the pace down in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv is thwarting Koket's attempts to control the position.#T1#
Lucas Iv lands with a punch from half guard.
Lucas Iv is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Koket can do to turn this around?
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Koket blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv trying to control the pace.
Koket is looking to control Lucas Iv's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Koket avoid being mounted?
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Koket tries to sprawl but Lucas Iv drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Lucas Iv looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Lucas Iv controlling the action here. #SUB#
Lucas Iv is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Lucas Iv keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T3#
Further stalling from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lucas Iv with the ground and pound but Koket uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Koket looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lucas Iv is one step ahead there. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lucas Iv content to stall in guard here.
Lucas Iv is in close to Koket's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lucas Iv content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Lucas Iv slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv dominated that second round.
That's time! Lucas Iv's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Koket scores with a nice strike.
Lucas Iv shoots in for a double leg but Koket sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Koket fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lucas Iv appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Koket misses with an attempted mid kick.
Koket throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Lucas Iv counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Lucas Iv.
Koket keeping full guard, as Lucas Iv tries to pass.
Lucas Iv slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koket looking for a sweep. Not yet Koket, not yet.
Lucas Iv is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lucas Iv working some strikes from top position.#T1#
Koket looking for a sweep. Not yet Koket, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lucas Iv lands a couple of elbows.
Koket takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lucas Iv working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Koket's head.
Lucas Iv in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lucas Iv is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Lucas Iv trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lucas Iv is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Lucas Iv engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Lucas Iv stands up over Koket, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T2#
Lucas Iv's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Koket throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Lucas Iv counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv with a nice head shot there.
Lucas Iv content to stall in guard here.
Lucas Iv with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3#
Lucas Iv makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Lucas Iv lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Lucas Iv controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lucas Iv distracts Koket with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Lucas Iv connects with a couple of short punches.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lucas Iv accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lucas Iv controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4#
Lucas Iv connects with a couple of short punches.
Kekot Koket has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lucas Iv postures up and lands a big shot to Koket's brow.
Frank Lucas Iv is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lucas Iv controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Lucas Iv slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.

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

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

Event: DFN 4: Gouveia vs. Combs
Date: Aug 15, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Lucas Iv feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Redmon keeping moving, preventing Lucas Iv from controlling successfully.
Lucas Iv scoring with some ground and pound.
Lucas Iv postures up in Redmon's guard and throws a big left but Redmon blocks it.
Lucas Iv lands a couple of elbows.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Lucas Iv postures up in Redmon's guard and throws a big left but Redmon blocks it.
Lucas Iv works over Redmon with some ground and pound from guard.
Lucas Iv loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Lucas Iv has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Lucas Iv passes into half guard. #SUB#
Lucas Iv is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Redmon sees it coming and defends easily.#T1#
Lucas Iv trying to control the pace.
Lucas Iv working the head and body with strikes.
Lucas Iv seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Redmon can do anything to dispel that myth.
Redmon wants to get back to full guard.
Lucas Iv working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lucas Iv winds up and cracks Redmon with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Lucas Iv is keen to just control but Redmon is a slippery customer.
Lucas Iv lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Redmon taking some punishment here, with Lucas Iv in his half guard.
Lucas Iv drops an elbow to the side of Redmon's head.
Lucas Iv slips a nice elbow through Redmon's hands, connecting with Redmon's forehead.
Lucas Iv scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Redmon is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lucas Iv scores with a couple of nice shots.
Redmon has hold of Lucas Iv's hands but Lucas Iv slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T3#
Lucas Iv is trying to control the action in half guard but Redmon is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ground and pound from Lucas Iv.
Lucas Iv trying to control from half guard but Redmon is working away.
Lucas Iv working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Redmon on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Lucas Iv working over Redmon with some ground and pound. Redmon looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lucas Iv lands a nice short elbow.
Lucas Iv controlling the action here.
Redmon looks winded!#T4#
Lucas Iv seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Redmon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Lucas Iv connects with a nice short shot to Redmon's temple.
Still in half guard, Lucas Iv seems content to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lucas Iv seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Redmon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD#
Lucas Iv fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Redmon to the ground. Lucas Iv is now in Redmon's guard.
Lucas Iv landing with the ground and pound.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Redmon is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucas Iv landing some decent shots from guard.
Lucas Iv trying to control but Redmon is working from the bottom. #T1#
Lucas Iv works over Redmon with some ground and pound from guard.
Lucas Iv trying to control the position from guard on top but Redmon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Redmon throws his legs up looking for a submission but Lucas Iv uses it to pass to side control.
Frank Lucas Iv overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Redmon takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Check out the look on Lucas Iv's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Lucas Iv wants to lay and pray for a moment but Redmon keeps working.
Redmon is breathing heavily.
Lucas Iv is really struggling to control Redmon but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T2#
Lucas Iv is putting a hurting on Redmon here, landing some big shots from side control.
Lucas Iv is looking to take a break and control but Redmon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Redmon is working to avoid the ground and pound but Lucas Iv connects with a decent elbow.
Lucas Iv wants to lay and pray for a moment but Redmon keeps working. #T3##SUB#
Lucas Iv has hold of Redmon's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Redmon tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Lucas Iv cranks the arm and Redmon screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Redmon, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Frank Lucas Iv!

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