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Event: EFC 31     
Date:   Nov 09, 2021
#R1#
Eagle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gray is looking to counter punch.
Gray keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gray was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Eagle throws a shot to the body.
Eagle misses with a series of wild punches.
Gray was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD2#
Gray gets caught napping as Eagle dives in and scores a takedown. Gray manages to retain guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gray is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Eagle defends well.
Eagle working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Gray 's head.
Eagle with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Eagle is in close to Gray 's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Eagle has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cali Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T1##SUB#
Eagle is sitting in close to Gray 's body. Gray has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Eagle is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Eagle is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Gray .

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Aron Gray !
Aron Gray retains his welterweight title!
After the big win, Aron Gray made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors EFC Threads and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: EFC 27     
Date:   Sep 30, 2021
#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Gray as Judge shoots in.#TD2#
Judge shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Gray manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB#
Gray is looking for a triangle but Judge pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Gray is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Judge is pushing down on Gray 's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gray is fighting to maintain full guard but Judge has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Gray looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Gray actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Judge keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T1#
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Judge working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Let's hope that Judge 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.
Gray makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gray .#SUB#
Gray has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Judge can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Judge looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Gray keeping full guard, as Judge tries to pass. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Gray looking for a sweep. Not yet Gray , not yet. #SUB#
Gray is looking for a triangle but Judge pushes his legs off easily.
Gray has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Gray has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Judge can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Judge works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Judge is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Judge content to control rather than advance. #T3##SUB#
Gray looking for submissions off his back.
Judge content to control rather than advance.
Gray trying to hold on to Judge's head to control him but Judge postures up. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Judge is looking for a kimura here.
Judge controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Judge is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gray sees it coming and defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Gray actively working from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ricky Judge dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Judge is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Gray 's half guard.#SUB#
Gray looking for submissions off his back.
Gray tries to roll over but Judge keeps him under control.
Well, if Judge is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Judge is trying for a kimura here. Gray looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Judge wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ricky Judge!
Ricky Judge is the new featherweight champion!
Ricky Judge really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that KRAKEN Nutrition + Laundry logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
Aron Gray was interviewed post fight and said 'Thank you my fans and thanks to EFC Threads!!!'.

 

Event: EFC 25     
Date:   Sep 09, 2021
#R1#
Gray swats away the attempt to clinch by Randle.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gray ! But no joy.
Lue Randle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Randle misses with a body punch #CL2#
and Gray counters by clinching up. #TD2#
Gray manages to pull guard.
Randle has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB2#
Gray throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gray is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Randle landing some decent shots from guard.
Gray has momentary wrist control but Randle slips an elbow through the middle.
Randle content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
Gray is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T1##SUB2#
Gray is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Randle defends well.
Randle is in close to Gray 's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Randle chips away with some ground and pound.
Gray has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at EFC Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Gray looking for a triangle here. Randle is fighting it but it looks tight! Gray pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Randle is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Aron Gray !
Aron Gray is the new welterweight champion!
Aron Gray made sure to mention his sponsor, EFC Threads in his post fight interview.
The defeated Lue Randle had this to say: 'thank you to all my supporters, love you all.'.

 

Event: EFC 24     
Date:   Aug 31, 2021
#R1#
Ixtlan lands a nice hook to Gray 's body. Gray takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ixtlan scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Gray keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gray throwing a counter right hand but Ixtlan manages to avoid it.
A jab from Ixtlan misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ixtlan.
Gray uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ixtlan.
Ixtlan throws a body shot but no joy.
An attempted straight right counter from Gray misses the target.
Ixtlan lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Gray takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Aster Ixtlan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ixtlan lands with a straight right. Gray didn't see that one coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ixtlan slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Ixtlan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Gray circles away quickly and effectively.
Ixtlan throws a jab but it's blocked by Gray .
Gray keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gray half committed to a counter leg kick.
Gray avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gray is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T1#
Ixtlan lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Gray blocks a jab.
Gray is looking to counter punch.
Ixtlan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gray moves away.
A telegraphed right hand from Ixtlan misses the target.
Gray tries to counter with a takedown but Ixtlan is quick to defend against it.
Ixtlan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ixtlan looks to land a combination but Gray avoids it well.
Ixtlan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gray sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gray fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ixtlan just manages to avoid it.
Ixtlan missing with a left hand there. Gray was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
An attempted straight right counter from Gray misses the target.
Ixtlan throws a right and a left that both miss.
We've been hearing reports that Gray has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ixtlan getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ixtlan lands with a good body shot.
Gray takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Ixtlan misses with an uppercut.
Ixtlan scores with a jab to the head. #T2#
Ixtlan swings for the body but Gray moves out of range.
Gray with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Ixtlan to score with a decent uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice straight punches there by Ixtlan. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ixtlan.
Gray uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ixtlan.
Gray tried to counter with a leg kick but Ixtlan avoided it.
Ixtlan lands with a nice body punch.
A lazy left from Ixtlan finds it's target.
Ixtlan misses with a hook. Gray ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Ixtlan misses.
Ixtlan feints a jab promting Gray to slip. Ixtlan then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Gray slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Gray takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nice shot lands for Ixtlan.
Gray slips a jab from Ixtlan.
Gray was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3#
Ixtlan scores with a crisp jab that stopped Gray in his tracks.
Ixtlan lands a head shot.
Ixtlan connects with the punch.
Ixtlan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gray was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ixtlan misses with a looping right.
As Ixtlan backs away, Gray returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Ixtlan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Aster Ixtlan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ixtlan misses with a hook.
It looked like Gray wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ixtlan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ixtlan has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Gray slips a straight right by Ixtlan.
Ixtlan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gray manages to avoid it.
Gray bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ixtlan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gray manages to avoid it.
Ixtlan scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Gray doesn't seem bothered though.
Gray uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ixtlan.#T4#
Ixtlan lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gray blocks a jab.
It looked like Gray wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gray uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ixtlan.
Gray throwing a counter right hand but Ixtlan manages to avoid it.
Ixtlan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Gray appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ixtlan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ixtlan is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Gray had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Ixtlan misses with a looping left.
Gray 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ixtlan connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Gray scrambles back to his feet.
Ixtlan lands a glancing blow to the side of Gray 's head.
Ixtlan throws a looping overhand right but Gray ducks down to avoid it.
Ixtlan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gray .
A little feinted left hand from Gray on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ixtlan misses with a straight right.
Gray appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Gray slips a jab and a cross from Ixtlan.
Gray swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A combination from Ixtlan does no damage.
A little feinted left hand from Gray on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ixtlan looks to land a left hand but Gray moved out of range nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aster Ixtlan dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Ixtlan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL#
and Gray counters by clinching up.
A head punch on the inside from Ixtlan fails to land. #BC2#
Ixtlan breaks the clinch.
Gray doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Gray avoids the body shot from Ixtlan.
Gray moves out of range as Ixtlan strikes.
Gray takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ixtlan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ixtlan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Gray circles away quickly and effectively.
The fighters circling - Ixtlan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ixtlan throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A little feinted left hand from Gray on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ixtlan throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Gray on the side of the head.
Ixtlan thows a left - swing and a miss!
A little feinted left hand from Gray on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Gray takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Ixtlan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ixtlan takes a swing at Gray 's ribcage but misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Gray misses the target.#T1#
Ixtlan scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Gray walks into a stiff left hand from Ixtlan.
Ixtlan misses with a few strikes there.
Ixtlan swings for the body but Gray moves out of range.
Ixtlan missing with a left hand there. Gray was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ixtlan throws a hook but Gray avoids it easily.
Ixtlan misses the shot to the body.
Gray avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ixtlan works Gray 's body with a nice hook.
Ixtlan misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Gray decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Ixtlan's guard.
Gray trying to control the position from guard on top but Ixtlan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gray stands and throws Ixtlan's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Ixtlan is looking for a sweep.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Gray is working to tighten his grip on Ixtlan's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Ixtlan has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Gray is really squeezing tight and eventually Ixtlan passes out! Gray breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Aron Gray !
Aron Gray took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, EFC Threads for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: EFC 22     
Date:   Aug 05, 2021
#R1#
Gray uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Eagle.
Gray is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Gray gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The Eagle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Eagle throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gray .
It seemed like Gray was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A combination from Eagle does no damage.
Gray looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gray takes one on the button.
Eagle really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Eagle throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
and Gray decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Eagle's guard.
Gray pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Eagle is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Gray drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Eagle dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Gray working for a triangle but Eagle defends it easily. #T1##SUB2#
Eagle avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Gray looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Gray is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Eagle has his hands clasped together but Gray extends and breaks Eagle's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Gray .

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Aron Gray !
Aron Gray is the new featherweight champion!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Aron Gray waved his t-shirt featuring EFC Threads's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: EFC 21     
Date:   Jul 29, 2021
#R1#
Lokki connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lokki wants to land a leg kick but Gray is out of range.
Gray avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lokki uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lokki swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lokki has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Gray takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Gray tries to move into range but Lokki moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Gray moves out of range as Lokki strikes.
Gray changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gray takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nice straight punches there by Lokki. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lokki.
Sorsa Lokki seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lokki fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Gray on the side of the head.#T1#
Lokki tests Gray 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lokki throws a hook but Gray blocks it.
Lokki buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sorsa Lokki is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gray tries to move into range but Lokki moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lokki is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Gray had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Gray avoids the head kick by Lokki.
Gray appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Lokki misses with a wild combination.
Gray half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Lokki throws a nice head kick! #T2#
Lokki fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Gray looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lokki throws the left hand but Gray avoids the punch easily.
A nice leg kick from Lokki, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lokki tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gray was well out of range. Poor timing from Lokki.
Lokki is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lokki changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Gray looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Gray takes a jab right on the kisser.
Gray takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T3#
Lokki misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Gray counters with a shoot takedown. Lokki fights it but they end up in guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Gray wants to pass the guard but Lokki is keeping the position.
Gray trying to control but Lokki is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Gray drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Lokki dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Gray pushes a forearm under Lokki's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Lokki is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Aron Gray !
Aron Gray made sure to mention his sponsor, EFC Threads in his post fight interview.
Sorsa Lokki spoke after the fight, saying 'gg'.

 

Event: EFC 16     
Date:   Jun 09, 2021
#R1#
Bell tries to clinch but Gray moves out of range.
Gray tries to counter by closing the distance.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bell.
Gray feints the counter takedown.
Gray dodges the punch combination from Bell.
Gray wants to counter the offense by Bell and move into the clinch position.
Gray slips under a jab from Bell.
Bell misses with a looping left.
Gray with the counter takedown but Bell avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Gray with the counter takedown but Bell avoids it easily.
Bell tries to clinch up but Gray circles away and keeps his distance.#T1#
Gray slips a jab and a cross from Bell. #CL#
Bell clinches up with Gray and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Bell pulls guard successfully.
Gray slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Gray trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Bell had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gray defends it easily.
Bell has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Bell keeping moving, preventing Gray from controlling successfully.
Gray stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bell swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gray trying to control the position from guard on top but Bell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Gray preventing the sweep.
Gray wants to control from the top but Bell keeps moving.
Gray stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bell swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Gray postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Bell is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Gray , into his guard. #REVR#
Bell stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gray swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Bell is stalling in the full guard.
Bell wants to control from the top but Gray keeps moving. #SUB2#
Gray working for a triangle but Bell defends it easily.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bell slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Bell wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gray keeps working. #SUB#
Bell tries for a kimura but Gray is defending well. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Bell wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gray , who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Bell goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Gray has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Bell but great work by Gray .
Gray advances to full mount.
Bell is trying to escape the mount. #SUB2#
Gray goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Bell turns into him and now he's in Gray 's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Bell got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gray has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bell has managed to get both his arms back between Gray 's legs - danger averted.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rj Bell dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Bell tries to clinch but Gray moves out of range.
Gray feints the counter takedown.
Bell throws the left hand but Gray avoids the punch easily.
Bell tries to clinch but Gray is having none of it.
Bell fails with a takedown attempt.
Gray 's coach down at EFC Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Gray 's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Bell fails to land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Gray counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Gray .
Bell looking for a sweep. Not yet Bell, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gray wants to control from the top but Bell keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Bell is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gray trying to control the position from guard on top but Bell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gray stands and throws Bell's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Gray is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bell is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bell sneaks back into half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Gray is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bell has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Gray is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bell has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Bell looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Gray is trying to work for a kimura but Bell is defending well.
Bell regains full guard. Nicely done. #T3#
Gray 's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Gray looking to sit in guard and control but Bell gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Bell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gray is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Gray throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Gray working for a triangle but Bell defends it easily.
Bell trying to control but Gray is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB#
Bell drops back, looking for a kneebar! Gray looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Gray looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Gray ! #REVB##SUB2#
Gray wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bell, who protects the arm well.
Bell struggling a bit here.
Gray in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bell is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Gray 's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aron Gray 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.#R3#
Bell throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Gray counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bell!
You can see the frustration on Bell's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Bell's face as Gray controls the position.
Bell tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Gray tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Gray is trying to get an arm triangle but Bell is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gray advances nicely into full mount. #T1#
Bell is trying to escape the mount.
Gray wants to control the action but instead Bell gets a body lock and reverses into Gray 's guard! Nice work!
Aron Gray has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bell looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Gray working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bell doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bell manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bell is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Gray is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bell is aware though and is defending well.#T2##SUB2#
Gray has his foot on Bell's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bell works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Gray is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bell is aware though and is defending well.
Bell trying to control but Gray is working from the bottom.
Bell works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Bell is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Bell is looking for a kimura but Gray is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bell to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Gray actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Bell is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gray doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bell. #SUB#
Bell seems to be looking for submissions. #T3##SUB2#
Gray looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Bell is looking for a kimura but Gray is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bell to get the leverage.
Gray is refusing to be controlled, as Bell sits in half guard.
Bell passes to side control.
Gray sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Gray gets full guard.#T4#
Bell trying to control but Gray is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Gray has his foot on Bell's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bell works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Gray has his foot on Bell's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bell works his way back into a safe position though.
Gray takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bell stands and throws Gray 's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Bell tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Bell has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Bell tries for a kimura but Gray is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gray is looking to regain half guard here but Bell keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Bell tries for a kimura but Gray is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Aron Gray just about did enough to take it.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!#R4#
Bell shoots in but Gray avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rj Bell is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gray circles away from the clinch attempt#TD2#
and Gray counters with a single leg into guard. Bell didn't expect that.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Gray drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gray jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell keeping moving, preventing Gray from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Bell looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Gray passes into side control. #T1#
Gray has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Bell!
Gray wants to control the pace but Bell is squirming around nicely.
Gray is trying to take his opponent's back.
Gray sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bell is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Gray avoids the attempt from Bell to control.
Gray can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bell is looking to escape.
Bell is desperately trying to improve his position but Gray has a good base and remains in mount.#T3#
Gray controlling the pace for now. #SUB2#
Gray working for a submission but Bell is keeping him at bay.
Bell tries to reverse the position but Gray maintains control.#SUB2#
Gray has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Bell is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Aron Gray !
Aron Gray is the new middleweight champion!
A very excited looking Aron Gray 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: EFC 14     
Date:   May 20, 2021
#R1#
Kimber looks to land a right hand but Gray moved out of range.
Kimber doesn't manage to clinch there - Gray circles away.
Kimber misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Gray counters with a shoot takedown. Kimber fights it but they end up in guard.
Gray postures up.
Gray has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at EFC Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Gray trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Kimber is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gray defends well.
Gray is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gray trying to control but Kimber is working from the bottom.
Kimber wants to sweep but no luck.
Gray trying to control but Kimber is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Kimber is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Kimber is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gray is aware though and is defending well.
Kimber seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Gray must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Gray 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. #SUB#
Kimber had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gray defends it easily.#SUB#
Kimber isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Gray stacks Kimber on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Gray !
Gray controlling the position. #SUB2#
Gray is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kimber is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2##SUB2#
Gray tries for a kimura but Kimber is defending well.
Kimber is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Gray has an Americana. Kimber didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Gray is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Gray hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Aron Gray !
An out of breath Aron Gray thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Billy Kimber spoke after the fight, saying 'I wanna thank my fans for the support, thank you MKFC for what you do you'll the best. Good bye.'.

 

Event: EFC 13     
Date:   May 07, 2021
#R1#
Gray ducks under a wild hook from Kraven.
Gray half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kraven darts in trying to clinch#TD#
and Gray counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Kraven controlling the position for now.
Kraven has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at EFC Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Kraven looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Gray is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kraven sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gray wants to take a breather but Kraven is having none of it. #SUB2#
Kraven is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gray pulls his head out easily.
Kraven is refusing to be controlled, as Gray sits in half guard. #T1##SUB#
Gray is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kraven has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Gray is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kraven has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Gray is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kraven sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Gray is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Gray is working for a submission of some sort.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Gray in particular looking to stall.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Gray trying to control from half guard but Kraven is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gray slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gray is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kraven defends it well.
Gray is looking to take a break and control but Kraven is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kraven is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Gray is looking for a kimura but Kraven is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gray to get the leverage. #T3#
Kraven trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Gray is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Gray is trying to control the action in half guard but Kraven is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kraven is looking for a sweep. Gray is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gray has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB2#
Kraven looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Gray is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Kraven is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gray pulls his head out easily.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Gray is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kraven wants to improve his position but Gray is controlling well.
Kraven is trying to maintain the position but Gray is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Kraven looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Gray is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kraven sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Gray is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kraven has managed to free his arm - good work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Gray is looking for a kimura but Kraven is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gray to get the leverage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aron Gray dominated that round.
That's time! Gray 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD2#
Kraven bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Kraven working away.
Gray tries to buck Kraven off but Kraven is having none of it.#SUB2#
Kraven looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Kraven is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gray is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kraven trying to control the position but Gray is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kraven landing strikes. #T1#
You can see the frustration on Gray 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Gray sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Gray looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kraven sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Gray defending well though.
Gray manages to get to full guard.
Kraven wants to control from the top but Gray keeps moving.
Kraven pushing down on Gray 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
Kraven is trying to control the action in half guard but Gray is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kraven might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Gray haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Gray is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kraven can do to turn this around?
Gray is looking for a sweep. Kraven is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Kraven is looking for a kimura but Gray is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kraven to get the leverage.
Gray is pressing down on Kraven's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kraven wants to control from the top but Gray keeps moving. #SUB#
Kraven got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gray has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kraven has managed to get both his arms back between Gray 's legs - danger averted.
Kraven looking to sit in guard and control but Gray gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Kraven escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gray gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Kraven throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #SUB2#
Kraven working for submissions but it's allowed Gray to get to half guard. #SUB2#
Kraven looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gray wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kraven keeps working. #SUB#
Gray seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Gray wants to work for an arm triangle but Kraven is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Kraven is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gray pulls his head out easily. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Well, if Gray is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #SUB#
Gray is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kraven defends it well.
Kraven has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gray is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Gray is looking for a kimura but Kraven is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gray to get the leverage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Kraven looking for submissions off his back.
Kraven moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Aron Gray will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Kraven throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gray sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kraven or perhaps it was just good defense by Gray , which made it look bad.
Gray tries to counter with a takedown but Kraven is quick to defend against it.
Kraven shoots in but no luck this time.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kraven.
Gray wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Aron Gray has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wiz Kraven.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kraven shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Gray but Gray pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Gray seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kraven doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Gray moves into the clinch.#T1##TD#
Gray decides to pull guard.
Kraven throws a big elbow that misses.
Kraven trying to control the position from guard on top but Gray is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Kraven content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Gray has locked up a guillotine! Gray 's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Kraven is holding on here and Gray must be using up a lot of energy. Kraven has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Gray gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Aron Gray !
Our winner, Aron Gray , 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: EFC 12     
Date:   Apr 16, 2021
#R1#
Kuroda fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Gray counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Gray .
We've been hearing reports that Kuroda has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Kuroda wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC2#
Gray manages to break the clinch.
Kuroda misses with a hook #TD2#
and Gray counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
Gray is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kuroda is just riding it out for now. Gray eventually gives up the hold.
Kuroda is refusing to be controlled, as Gray sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Gray is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kuroda doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gray . #SUB#
Kuroda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gray pulls his head out easily. #T1##SUB#
Kuroda looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Gray is looking for a kimura but Kuroda is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gray to get the leverage.
Kuroda wants to control but Gray is keeping busy.
Kuroda is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Gray is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Gray is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Kuroda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gray pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Gray is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kuroda is just riding it out for now. Gray eventually gives up the hold.
Kuroda is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kuroda is looking to control Gray 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kuroda avoid being mounted?
Gray controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Gray is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kuroda has managed to free his arm - good work.
Kuroda is staying active underneath Gray , who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kuroda has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gray is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Kuroda tries to get to full guard but Gray has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Kuroda is defending against the submission attempts here by Gray .
Kuroda trying to control here.
Kuroda tries to roll over but Gray keeps him under control.
Gray is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Gray is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kuroda defends it well. #SUB2#
Gray is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Gray is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Kuroda as he works his way to full guard. #SUB2#
Gray is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Gray trying to control but Kuroda is working from the bottom.
Kuroda wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Kuroda is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Kuroda working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gray doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gray manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aron Gray 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#
A big right from Kuroda misses.
Gray tries to counter with a clinch but Kuroda shakes him off and moves away.
Kuroda throws out a loose jab but Gray uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gray tries to counter with a clinch but Kuroda shakes him off and moves away.
Kuroda looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Gray is fending him off so far but Kuroda persists. Nope, Gray circles away and we're back to standing.
Gray displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kuroda.
And Gray tries to counter it with a takedown but Kuroda pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kuroda throws a jab when Gray was well out of range.
Gray tries to counter with a clinch but Kuroda shakes him off and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuroda shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gray as he avoids it easily.
Gray swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Daizen Kuroda. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Kuroda shoots in and bounces Gray off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Gray throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T1##SUB2#
Gray escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kuroda gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kuroda advances to half guard.
Gray wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Kuroda is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Kuroda is working for a submission of some sort.
Gray is trying to stand. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Kuroda seems to be working for a kimura but Gray defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Gray looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Kuroda wants to work for an arm triangle but Gray is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gray regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kuroda pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gray is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Gray has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Kuroda is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Gray .
Kuroda tries to move to mount but Gray blocks the move with his legs. #T3#
Gray is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Kuroda is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Gray has escaped the position, nice work there.
Kuroda trying to control the position but Gray is working away. #SUB#
Kuroda is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Gray has escaped the position, nice work there.
Gray is looking to regain half guard here but Kuroda keeps moving and retains side control. #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.
Gray struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Kuroda looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Gray gets back to half guard.
Gray is staying active underneath Kuroda, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Kuroda is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gray sees it coming and defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gray wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Gray is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kuroda pulls his head out easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Daizen Kuroda dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Kuroda shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gray as he avoids it easily.
Daizen Kuroda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gray slips under a jab.
Kuroda throws an overhand right that lands on Gray 's shoulder, as Gray tries to avoid the shot.
Kuroda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kuroda scores with the left hand. Gray knows he should have avoided that one. #TD#
Kuroda darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Gray looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Kuroda 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. #T1##SUB#
Kuroda is looking for a kimura but Gray is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kuroda to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Gray looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Kuroda is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gray is not content to let Kuroda control the position.
Gray wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Kuroda is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gray defends it well. #SUB#
Gray is defending against the submission attempts here by Kuroda. #SUB2#
Gray is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kuroda pulls his head out easily.
Gray is trying to get back to full guard.
Gray makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gray .
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Kuroda pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gray is keeping the position for now.
Kuroda trying to control the position from guard on top but Gray is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gray has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at EFC Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB#
Kuroda is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Gray controls Kuroda momentarily but Kuroda frees himself.
Kuroda is pushing down on Gray 's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gray is fighting to maintain full guard but Kuroda has managed to sneak the leg through.
Gray tries to kick Kuroda off but Kuroda keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Gray is not content to let Kuroda control the position.
Kuroda not doing much here. #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.
Gray looks like he's trying to stand up.
Gray tries to roll over but Kuroda keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Gray actively working from the bottom here.
Gray tries to roll over but Kuroda keeps him under control.#SUB#
Kuroda is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gray defends it well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gray wants to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Daizen Kuroda clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Kuroda shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Gray pinned against the cage. Gray gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kuroda dives in for a single leg takedown but Gray sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Gray wants to counter with a clinch but Kuroda pushes him away.#BC2#
Gray 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kuroda throws a big shot that misses.
Gray ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuroda darts in looking for a takedown but Gray gets double underhooks and turns Kuroda into the cage.
Gray with the counter takedown but Kuroda avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Daizen Kuroda. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Gray breaks from the clinch.
Kuroda loads up on a big right hand but Gray slips the punch.
Gray looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kuroda throws a shot from downtown. Gray moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Kuroda darts in looking for a takedown but Gray gets double underhooks and turns Kuroda into the cage.
Kuroda sets himself, and Gray steps forward looking for the clinch! Kuroda avoids it this time.
Gray blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kuroda tries to pull guard but Gray won't allow it. #TD2#
Gray drags the fight down to the ground.
Kuroda trying to control but Gray is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Gray escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kuroda gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Gray throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Kuroda got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gray has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kuroda has managed to get both his arms back between Gray 's legs - danger averted.
Kuroda trying to control the position from guard on top but Gray is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Kuroda stands and throws Gray 's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Gray is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Kuroda's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Kuroda! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Gray has tapped! This one is allllll over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Daizen Kuroda!
Daizen Kuroda retains his middleweight title!
Daizen Kuroda very nearly forgot to thank EFC Threads amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: EFC 11     
Date:   Mar 28, 2021
#R1##TD#
Moss gets a takedown into half guard.
Moss is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Gray wants to control but Moss passes into side. #SUB#
Moss is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gray is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Gray is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gray is still trying to improve position.
Moss is trying to ground and pound but Gray uses the momentary lack of control by Moss to regain half guard.
Moss prevents Gray from improving his position.#T1#
Gray moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gray looking for a sweep. Not yet Gray , not yet.
Gray has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at EFC Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Gray has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Moss should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Gray has tightened it up now! Moss should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Aron Gray !
During a confident post fight interview, Aron Gray thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: EFC 10     
Date:   Mar 19, 2021
#R1#
Name shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Gray as he jumps to the side.
Gray is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Name shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Gray counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Name! #SUB2#
Gray is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Name has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Gray working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Name is looking to regain half guard here but Gray keeps moving and retains side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Gray wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Name, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Gray is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Name has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1#
Name is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Gray goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Name rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Gray 's guard! Nice work there by Name!
Name looking to sit in guard and control but Gray gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Name looking for a guillotine here but Gray defends easily.
Gray has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at EFC Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Gray pushing down on Name's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Name looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Name looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Name looking for submissions off his back.#T2##SUB2#
Gray is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Gray is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Name defends it well. #SUB2#
Gray is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Name has managed to free his arm - good work.
Gray is thwarting Name's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Gray is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Name looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3##SUB2#
Gray is looking for a kimura but Name is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gray to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Gray is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Gray is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gray is trying to control. Name wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Gray is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Name has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Name looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Gray is trying to work for a kimura but Name is defending well. #T4#
Name is trying to maintain the position but Gray is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Gray is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Name is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Aron Gray !
Aron Gray seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: ACA 18: Albans vs Nansen     
Date:   Mar 12, 2021
#R1#
Maldini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gray appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Maldini throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gray sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Maldini clobbers Gray with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Gray takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Maldini lands with a good body shot.
Maldini scores with a crisp jab that stopped Gray in his tracks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maldini moves into range and connects with a jab.
Maldini throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T1#
Maldini uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Maldini misses with a body punch
and Gray counters with a nice low kick that buckles Maldini's knee momentarily.
Maldini lands with a straight right. Gray didn't see that one coming.
Maldini throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maldini tests Gray 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Maldini scores with a crisp jab that stopped Gray in his tracks. #T2#
Gray takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Maldini connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Maldini scores with the left hand. Gray knows he should have avoided that one.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Maldini 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.
Maldini connects with the punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Maldini scores with a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Maldini misses the target.
A little feinted left hand from Gray on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Gray on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Maldini throws an overhand right that lands on Gray 's shoulder, as Gray tries to avoid the shot.
Gray half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T3#
Maldini darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Maldini misses the shot to the body.
Gray seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Gray takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Maldini throws a hook but Gray avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Gray misses the target.
Nice jab there from Maldini.
Maldini lands with an overhand left.
Maldini works over Gray 's head and body with a nice combination.#T4#
Maldini throws a body punch but Gray moves out of range.
Maldini looks to throw the jab but Gray is out of range.
Maldini throws a jab when Gray was well out of range.
Maldini lands with a nice combination. Gray backs away looking to recover.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Maldini tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gray was well out of range. Poor timing from Maldini.
Nice jab there from Maldini.
Gray bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gray throwing a counter right hand but Maldini manages to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Paulo Maldini dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Gray slips under a jab from Maldini.
A left and a right from Maldini both land. Nice combination.
Gray takes one to the side of the head.
Maldini scores with a decent looking hook.
Maldini connects with a single shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gray uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Maldini.
No joy there for Maldini, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Gray feinted with a counter takedown.
Paulo Maldini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maldini lands a jab to Gray 's midsection.#T1#
Gray has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Maldini finds it's way round the side to connect with Gray 's head.
Maldini throws a hook but Gray avoids it easily.
Maldini throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maldini throws a looping overhand right but Gray ducks down to avoid it.
Maldini misses with a hook.
Maldini paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Paulo Maldini is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gray tries to move into range but Maldini moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T2#
Maldini connects with a jab.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Gray might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Maldini tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gray was well out of range. Poor timing from Maldini.
Gray half committed to a counter leg kick.
Gray slips a jab and a cross from Maldini.
Gray wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Gray moves out of range as Maldini strikes.
Gray ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gray feinted with a counter takedown.
Gray has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Maldini finds it's way round the side to connect with Gray 's head.
Maldini has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Maldini cracks Gray with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T3#
Maldini ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gray moves away.
Gray wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Gray looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Maldini getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A jab from Maldini does it's job there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Maldini.
Gray takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Gray moves out of range of the strikes.
Gray changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Gray staying out of range there.
Gray tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Maldini manages to circle out of the way.
Gray walks into a left hand. #T4#
Maldini looks to land a combination. Gray sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Maldini connects with a body shot that sends Gray 's belly button to the back.
Maldini throws a body shot but no joy.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Maldini misses with a looping left.
Gray is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Maldini throws a one two combo.
Gray takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Paulo Maldini 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! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Nice straight punches there by Maldini. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Maldini.
Maldini lands a head shot.
Gray shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Maldini swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gray appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Gray ducks under a wild hook from Maldini.
Gray drops down looking for a counter takedown but Maldini sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maldini lands a head shot.
Maldini scores with a jab. Gray acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Maldini lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Gray has been working on his balance at EFC Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Maldini.#T1#
Gray is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Maldini.
A decent looking cross lands there for Maldini.
Maldini tests Gray 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Gray ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Maldini throws a shot from downtown. Gray moves away and avoids it.
Maldini lands a jab.
Gray shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T2#
Gray takes one to the chin there.
Gray slips a jab and a cross from Maldini.
Maldini throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL#
and Gray holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gray swings wildly with an uppercut but Maldini uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from Maldini on the inside.
Gray throws a punch but it's blocked by Maldini.
Gray working aggressively here.
Gray drops down looking for an ankle pick but Maldini pulls his leg out and moves away.
Maldini thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Maldini scores with the left hand. Gray knows he should have avoided that one.
Maldini cracks Gray with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Maldini rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Gray moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Maldini lands the left hand.
Gray dodges the punch combination from Maldini. #T4#
Nice body punch from Maldini.
Maldini throws a series of strikes that have Gray backpedaling.
Maldini lands a nice looking body shot.
Maldini throws a body punch but Gray moves out of range.
Gray tries to counter with a takedown but Maldini is quick to defend against it.
Maldini throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gray changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Gray defending well as Maldini loads up on a big left hand.
As Maldini tries to get set, Gray tries to push him back and clinch up but Maldini manages to avoid the attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Paulo Maldini comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Maldini 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 24:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 24:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Paulo Maldini!

 

Event: ACA 11: Bastard vs Kalske     
Date:   Jan 23, 2021
#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Hall misses with a takedown #CL#
and Gray counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gray tries to break free but Hall pushes him back against the cage.#T1##TD#
Gray has picked Hall up - he's going for a ride! Gray dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.

Hall manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Hall misses with a takedown #TD#
and Gray counters with a takedown into side control.

Hall throws Gray to one side and escapes!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hall tries for a takedown but Gray circles away easily#CL#
and Gray counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Gray .
Aron Gray has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Hall.#T2#
Gray swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Gray escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hall fails to land the takedown.#TD2#
Hall shoots in and gets a takedown into Gray 's guard.
Gray has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T3##SUB#
Gray is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hall is aware though and is defending well.
Hall stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gray swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Gray is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hall defends well.
Hall trying to control but Gray is working from the bottom.
Hall pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gray is keeping the position for now. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Gray looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hall looking to pass the guard.
Hall is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
It looks like Hall might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#SUB2#
Hall thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Gray looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hall looking to sit in guard and control but Gray gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tony Hall will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Hall 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.

Gray kicks Hall off and gets to his feet.
Hall shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Gray appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Gray closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #T1##SUB#
Gray seems to be working for a kimura but Hall defends the submission attempt.
Hall controlling the position for now.#SUB#
Gray is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hall defends it well. #SUB#
Gray is looking for a kimura but Hall is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gray to get the leverage.
Gray wants to take a breather but Hall is having none of it. #SUB#
Gray is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Gray is looking for a kimura here. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hall is positioning himself well to prevent Gray advancing to mount. #SUB#
Gray wants to work for an arm triangle but Hall is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Tony Hall has got the better of the ground game so far.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hall has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gray is working away from the top position though.
Hall moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gray trying to control but Hall is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hall looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Gray trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gray has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Gray trying to control the position from guard on top but Hall is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hall 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#
Gray drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gray jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Gray looking to pass the guard.
Gray trying to control the position from guard on top but Hall is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#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.
Hall shoots and misses #CL#
and Gray moves into the clinch.#BC#
Gray breaks the clinch.
Hall moves out of range of the strikes.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Hall shoots in looking for a takedown but Gray manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hall's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Gray half committed to a counter leg kick.
Aron Gray has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Hall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gray stuffs the takedown attempt from Hall. Hall gets slowly back to his feet.
Gray appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aron Gray dominated that second round.
That's time! Gray 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Gray looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Hall tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hall holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB2#
Gray sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Hall doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Gray paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Hall - great work!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Tony Hall!
An out of breath Tony Hall thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: ACA 5: Night of champions     
Date:   Dec 12, 2020
#R1#
Gray takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Decent striking displayed by WC there.
Gray looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Gray throws a leg kick but WC checks it.
WC throws a good cross that connects.
Gray tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
WC throws out a counter right but Gray avoids it with no problem.
Gray takes one to the side of the head.
WC swats away the attempt to clinch by Gray .
WC throws out a counter right but Gray avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gray tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but WC swivels and escapes.
WC checks a low kick from Gray .#T1#
WC checks a leg kick nicely.
WC lands with a hook. Gray tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Gray shoots in for a double leg but WC sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A little jabbing left from WC on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Gray is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
WC dips to his left and cracks Gray with an uppercut!
Gray throws a leg kick that is checked
and WC scores with a counter punch that sends Gray to the canvas! WC smells blood - he's punishing Gray with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Gray has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pierre WC!

 

Event: QFC Tournament 1018 Round 2     
Date:   Nov 04, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nosenhart keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Nosenhart fails in his attempt to clinch.
Gray attempts a counter takedown but Nosenhart avoids it well and moves away.#CL2#
Nosenhart gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nosenhart lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nosenhart lands with a light punch inside.
Gray wants to break free but Nosenhart has control.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nosenhart.
A nice left hand lands by Nosenhart.
Gray drops down looking for an ankle pick but Nosenhart pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL2#
Nosenhart gets a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nosenhart goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nosenhart misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nosenhart fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Gray tightens his grip and picks Nosenhart up, before dumping him to the ground. Nosenhart manages to land in guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Nosenhart is looking for a triangle but Gray pushes his legs off easily. #T1#
Gray sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Nosenhart's guard. #SUB2#
Nosenhart is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gray pulls his head out easily.
Gray is trying to control. Nosenhart wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gray is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB#
Gray is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Nosenhart to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Nosenhart shrugs it off.
Gray trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Gray goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Nosenhart turns into him and now he's in Gray 's guard. #T2##SUB#
Gray throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Nosenhart escapes and throws Gray 's legs to the side, diving into side control! #SUB2#
Nosenhart is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gray is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Gray tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Gray is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Gray wants to get back to full guard.
Nosenhart is trying to control the action in half guard but Gray is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gray tries to get to full guard but Nosenhart has control of the leg.
Gray wants to get back to his feet. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Nosenhart prevents Gray from improving his position.
Nosenhart prevents Gray from standing back up.
Gray is looking for a sweep. Nosenhart is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gray is pressing down on Nosenhart's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Gray is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Nosenhart is controlling him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Snails Nosenhart dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Gray fails to land the takedown.
Nosenhart tries to clinch but Gray is having none of it.
Nosenhart has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nosenhart connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CL2#
Nosenhart gets in close and instigates a clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nosenhart.
Nosenhart lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gray drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nosenhart tries to throw a body punch but Gray avoids it by throwing Nosenhart back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nosenhart lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Gray backwards.
Nosenhart lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nosenhart lands with a light punch inside.
Nosenhart tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gray 's elbow.
Nosenhart scores with a shoulder strike.
Gray is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Nosenhart is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aron Gray . That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Nosenhart makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Nosenhart working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nosenhart lands a left hand.
A right handed body shot lands from Nosenhart.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nosenhart lands with a left to the head.
Nosenhart lands a nice uppercut.
Nosenhart lands with a light punch inside.
Nosenhart lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2#Gray is rocked!
Nosenhart fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nosenhart lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Oh Gray is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nosenhart throws a head punch that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A left hand lands to the body for Nosenhart.
Nosenhart swings wildly with an uppercut but Gray uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gray blocks an uppercut.
Gray seems to have got his legs back now.
Nosenhart lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Gray backwards.
Nosenhart misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nosenhart lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nosenhart digs a right hand into Gray 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Gray 's gas tank.
Nosenhart is leaning against Gray and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T2#
Nice body punch from Nosenhart - that landed with a thud.
Nosenhart lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nosenhart scores with a shot to the side of Gray 's head.
Nosenhart dips a shoulder and cracks Gray with a mighty uppercut! Gray falls back against the cage and Nosenhart unloads with a barrage of strikes! Gray is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Nosenhart screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Snails Nosenhart!

 

Event: QFC Tournament 1018 Round 1     
Date:   Nov 03, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kimber tries for a takedown but Gray sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nice takedown defense from Gray . No joy for Kimber on that attempt.
Gray with the counter takedown but Kimber avoids it easily.
Gray displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kimber.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Willy Kimber. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Gray is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Kimber's half guard.
Gray stops Kimber from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Gray in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Kimber tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Gray !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Aron Gray !
Aron Gray decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

 
 
 
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