Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: GAMMA#1056 Nuufo v Giant
Date: Apr 20, 2024

#R1#
Hardy misses with a looping right.
Ndombele has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Hardy throws a jab when Ndombele was well out of range.
Ndombele misses with a hook.
Ndombele lands with a right hand.
Ndombele lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Ndombele slips under a jab.
Ndombele digs a good body shot into Hardy's ribs.
Hardy moves away from the strike by Ndombele.
Hardy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ndombele misses with a low kick.
Ndombele connects with a jab.
Hardy works the jab nicely.#CUT#It looks like Mousa Ndombele has been cut.
Ndombele getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've been hearing reports that Hardy has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ndombele feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hardys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Hardy misses with a straight left.
Ndombele throws a one two combo.
A swing and a miss from Ndombele.#T1#
Hardy throws a body shot but no joy.
Ndombele throws a low kick but Hardy avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Hardy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ndombele throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ndombele bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Ndombele scores with a punch to the head.
Ndombele ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Good standup being displayed there by Ndombele as he connects with a hook.
Hardy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hardy dips to his left and cracks Ndombele with an uppercut!
Ndombele misses with a right hand
and Hardy counters with a right hand to the body.
Hardy throws a shot from downtown. Ndombele moves away and avoids it.
Hardy avoids the body shot from Ndombele.
Hardy moves forwards but Ndombele connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ndombele thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mousa Ndombele seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big left from Hardy misses.
Ndombele is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Hardy had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Hardy misses with a looping left.#T2#
Ndombele on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ndombele keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hardy.
Nice cross by Ndombele.
Hardy scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hardy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ndombele uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hardy.
Ndombele ducks under a wild hook from Hardy.
Ndombele misses with a straight right.
Ndombele throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ndombele misses with an uppercut. Hardy saw that one coming.
Ndombele misses with a body shot.
Ndombele throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ndombele looks to land a combination but Hardy avoids it well.
Ndombele throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hardy throwing a counter right hand but Ndombele manages to avoid it.
Ndombele avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
Hardy listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ndombele walks straight into a right hand from Hardy - that's dropped him! Hardy jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Ndombele from any more punishment! Ndombele complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Nero Hardy!
Nero Hardy decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: GAMMA#1046 Wrecks v Fleximario
Date: Mar 09, 2024

#R1#
Hardy shoots in looking for a takedown. Valentine tries to sprawl out of it but Hardy keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Valentine manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Valentine has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Hardy scores with a hook to the body. Valentine takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Hardy cracks Valentine with a good jab.
Valentine swings for the body but Hardy moves out of range.
Valentine misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Valentine looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardy is just out of range.
Valentine connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Hardy jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Hardy closes the distance and clinches up with Valentine, looking for a takedown. Hardy pushes Valentine against the cage but Valentine circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Valentine! But no joy.
Hardy dives in and grabs Valentine's left leg, looking for a takedown. Valentine pushes down on Hardy's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nero Hardy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Hardy connects with a jab.
Valentine stuffs the takedown attempt from Hardy. Hardy gets slowly back to his feet.
Valentine looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Valentine scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hardy doesn't seem bothered though.
Valentine looks for the body kick but Hardy saw that one coming.
Hardy feinted with a counter takedown.
Hardy darts in looking for a takedown but Valentine gets double underhooks and turns Hardy into the cage.
A nice side step and Valentine releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A head punch on the inside from Valentine fails to land.
Valentine misses with a punch to the body.
Hardy prevents Valentine from breaking the clinch.
Hardy prevents a body shot from Valentine.
Hardy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hardy blocks an uppercut.
Hardy has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Valentine avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T2#
Valentine misses with a punch to the body.
Hardy has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Valentine is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Valentine tries to work over Hardy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Valentine throws a head punch that misses.
Valentine lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Valentine.
Valentine fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Valentine scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Valentine's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hardy moves out of range of the leg kick from Valentine.
Hardy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Valentine swivels and escapes.
Valentine moves away from the strike by Hardy.
Valentine scores with a kick to the midsection.
Hardy is trying hard to land a takedown here. Valentine sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hardy is breathing heavily.
Hardy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Valentine is fending him off so far but Hardy persists. Nope, Valentine circles away and we're back to standing.#T3##TD#
Hardy closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Valentine did well to prevent Hardy getting side control.
Valentine slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Valentine is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hardy defends well.
Valentine looking to control. #SUB2#
Valentine working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hardy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hardy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Valentine is looking for a triangle but Hardy pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Valentine looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T4#
Hardy trying to control but Valentine is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Valentine has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hardy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Hardy drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Valentine manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hardy has Valentine in his guard.#REVB#
Valentine wants to pass the guard but Hardy is keeping the position.
Hardy seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Valentine wants to control from the top but Hardy keeps moving.
Valentine throws a strike but Hardy rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lou Valentine dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Hardy scores with a nice strike.
Hardy has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Valentine.
Hardy throws an overhand right that lands on Valentine's shoulder, as Valentine tries to avoid the shot.
Valentine is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Valentine lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hardy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Valentine throws a sloppy head kick and Hardy moves out of range easily.
Hardy goes for a double leg but Valentine avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Valentine continues to drive forward.
Valentine lands with a right to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Valentine is pressed up against the cage. Hardy has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Valentine down to the mat. Valentine avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Hardy throws out a loose jab but Valentine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hardy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Valentine counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nero Hardy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Valentine throws a body punch but Hardy moves out of range.
Hardy misses with a takedown attempt - Valentine sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hardy fails with the takedown.
Hardy needs to keep his hands up - Valentine had a free shot at his head there.
Valentine misses with a left hand
and Hardy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Valentine misses with a straight left.
Hardy shoots in but no luck this time.
Hardy with a poor takedown
and Hardy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Hardy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T2#
Valentine misses with a series of wild punches.
Hardy tries to counter with a takedown but Valentine is quick to defend against it.
No luck for Hardy with that takedown attempt.
Hardy fails with a takedown attempt.
Valentine lands a jab to the nose.
Hardy on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Valentine misses with a low kick as Hardy jumps back.
Hardy fails with a takedown attempt. #T3#
Hardy throws an off balance right hand
and Valentine counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#KD2#
Valentine lands a big uppercut and Hardy crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Hardy looks OK. Valentine waves Hardy back to his feet!#ROC2#Hardy is rocked!
Valentine lands a right hook to the body.
Oh Hardy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hardy drops his hands momentarily. Valentine doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Hardy staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Hardy doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lou Valentine!
A victorious Lou Valentine thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: GAMMA#1039 Odin v Jorgen
Date: Feb 03, 2024

#R1#
Goon throws a lazy right hand but Hardy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Goon misses with a body shot.
Goon looks to land a right hand but Hardy moved out of range.
Hardy dives in for a single leg takedown but Goon sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
Hardy has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Goon regains guard immediately.
Hardy slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Goon is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hardy is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hardy is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Goon is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Goon has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##T1##SUB#
Hardy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Goon wanted to stand there but Hardy had control of the position. #SUB#
Hardy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Goon defends well.
Goon is looking to stand up but Hardy won't let him. #SUB#
Hardy working for submissions but it's allowed Goon to get to half guard. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hardy regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Hardy looking for a triangle here. Goon is fighting it but it looks tight! Hardy pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Goon is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Nero Hardy!
After the fight, Nero Hardy was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: GAMMA#1034 Tam v Gunner
Date: Jan 06, 2024

#R1##CL#
Nakamura gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Nakamura escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nakamura ducks under a wild hook from Hardy.#TD2#
Hardy closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Nakamura to the mat! Nakamura manages to get full guard.
Nakamura keeping moving, preventing Hardy from controlling successfully.
Nakamura looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hardy trying to control but Nakamura is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy stands and throws Nakamura's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1#
Nakamura parries the strikes from Hardy easily there. Hardy is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Nakamura to escape.
Nakamura is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Hardy is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nakamura knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The referee asks Hardy politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hardy prefers to stall for the moment though.#SUB2#
Hardy is trying to get an arm triangle but Nakamura is defending well.
Hardy remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Hardy creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Nakamura sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Hardy working the ground and pound but Nakamura is defending the strikes. #SUB2#
Hardy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Nakamura stops Hardy from passing to mount. #T3#
Nakamura trying to remain calm as Hardy controls from the top position.#SUB2#
Hardy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Hardy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nakamura keeps working. #SUB2#
Hardy tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hardy has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Nakamura wants to control but Hardy postures 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.#SUB2#
Hardy is trying to get an arm triangle but Nakamura is defending well.
Hardy controlling the position.
Nakamura holding on.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A jab from Hardy misses.
Nakamura misses with a combination
and Hardy counters with a nice uppercut.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nakamura lands a head kick. Hardy smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Nakamura throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Hardy's head.
Hardy gets cracked there but stands up to it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Nakamura scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hardy doesn't seem bothered though.
Nakamura lands a jab-cross combination.
Some wild striking there from Nakamura.
Hardy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hardy throws a hook to the side of Nakamura's head but Nakamura sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nakamura connects with a high kick.
Nakamura avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hardy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nakamura's waist but Nakamura gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hardy off to one side.
A head kick misses from Nakamura.
Nakamura will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL#
Hardy tries to keep at a distance but Nakamura has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nakamura fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Nakamura breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nakamura ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hardy moves away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hardy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Nakamura works the jab nicely.#TD2#
Hardy shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Nakamura's guard.

Nakamura wriggles free and stands up.
Nakamura misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hardy avoids the head kick by Nakamura.
Nakamura fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nakamura swinging wildly here. #CL#
Nakamura gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nakamura is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hardy can do to turn this around?
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Nakamura breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nakamura swinging wildly here.
Nakamura looks to land a combination but Hardy avoids it well. #CL#
Nakamura fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hardy, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Nakamura breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hideki Nakamura seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Nakamura looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardy is just out of range.
Nakamura tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hardy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nakamura cracks a nice hook into Hardy's ribs.
Hideki Nakamura is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Hardy shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Nakamura manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Hardy throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hardy forces his way into half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Hardy lands a nice short elbow.
Nakamura controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Nakamura is defending against the submission attempts here by Hardy. #SUB2#
Nakamura is defending against the submission attempts here by Hardy.
Hardy wants to control but Nakamura is keeping him busy. #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.
Hardy wants to pass to mount but Nakamura is defending the position.
Nakamura is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Hardy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Hardy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nakamura doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hardy.
Hardy thows a huge punch but Nakamura dodges it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hideki Nakamura dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hardy is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Nakamura gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hardy drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A right hook to the body lands for Nakamura.
Nakamura misses with a punch to the body.
Hardy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Nakamura breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
No luck for Hardy with that takedown attempt.
Hideki Nakamura has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakamura listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nakamura displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hardy throws out the jab.
Nakamura missing with a left hand there. Hardy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nakamura scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nakamura pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T1#
Hardy has his takedown stuffed
and Nakamura counters with a head kick. That will keep Hardy thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Nakamura lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CL#
Nakamura gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nakamura stops a takedown attempt from Hardy.
Hardy blocking some punches.
Hardy changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Nakamura fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nakamura displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hardy throws out the jab.
Hardy has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Hardy looks to land a right hand but Nakamura moved out of range.
The fighters circling - Nakamura throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hardy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nakamura misses with the combination.
Hardy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#CL#
Nakamura closes the distance and clinches.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nakamura lands a shot to the body.
Hardy is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Nakamura pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Nakamura working hard to break the clinch.
Nakamura blocking some punches.
Nakamura lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hardy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#BC#
Nakamura breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nakamura lands a body shot.
Nakamura throws a wild body kick that Hardy sees coming a mile off.
Hideki Nakamura is winning the standup battle so far.
Hardy darts in looking for a takedown but Nakamura gets double underhooks and turns Hardy into the cage.
Hardy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nakamura's waist but Nakamura gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hardy off to one side.
A little feinted left hand from Nakamura on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL#
Nakamura gets a clinch.
Nakamura can't find room to land a body shot as Hardy controls the action. #BC#
Nakamura breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice jab there from Hardy.
Hardy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nakamura. #T3##CL#
Nakamura clinches up with Hardy and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Hardy has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Nakamura is trying to keep an underhook but Hardy manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Nero Hardy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hardy is looking to stall here but Nakamura recovers full guard.
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Nakamura is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nakamura can't keep his opponent in guard - Hardy advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Nakamura trying to control from the bottom. #T4#
Nakamura wants to improve his position but Hardy is controlling well.
Nakamura regains full guard. Nicely done.
Nakamura has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Nakamura is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Nakamura holds on and takes a little breather.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hideki Nakamura!
Hideki Nakamura gave a mention to Shadow Realm Apparel in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: GAMMA#1029 Summa v Wilfred
Date: Dec 09, 2023

#R1#
Rainey looks to land a left hand but Hardy moved out of range nicely.
Hardy feints the counter takedown.
Hardy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hardy shoots in for a takedown but Rainey shows good takedown defense.
Rainey appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rainey.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Hardy 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.
Rainey throws a leg kick
and Hardy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hardy dives in for a single leg takedown but Rainey sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Hardy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Rainey throws a low kick but Hardy avoids it.
Nice shot by Hardy.
Hardy stuns Rainey with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Hardy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Rainey appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Bradley Rainey has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.
Rainey pivots, looking for a leg kick but Hardy is out of range and Rainey settles back down. #T1#
Rainey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hardy or perhaps it was just good defense by Rainey, which made it look bad.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rainey. Hardy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hardy throws out a loose jab but Rainey uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rainey throws a body shot but no joy.
Hardy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Rainey counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A decent looking cross lands there for Hardy.
Rainey slips a straight right by Hardy.
A lazy left from Hardy finds it's target.#T2#
Hardy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rainey.
Rainey bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rainey half committed to a counter leg kick.
Rainey defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hardy.
Hardy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Rainey connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Hardy scrambles back to his feet.
Hardy cracks Rainey with an open hand slap.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD2#
Hardy manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Rainey on his heels. He'll look to pass Rainey's guard now, I'm sure.
Rainey is looking to stand up but Hardy isn't so interested in that idea.
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Rainey is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rainey being controlled here, momentarily.
Hardy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Hardy advances to half guard.
Rainey is not content to let Hardy control the position.#SUB2#
Hardy is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Rainey blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hardy. #SUB2#
Hardy seems to be looking for submissions. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hardy is trying to control. Rainey wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Rainey wants to get back to his feet.
Hardy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rainey keeps working.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Rainey connects with a crisp jab.
Nero Hardy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rainey thuds his shin into the meat of Hardy's side.
Rainey misses with a hook.
Hardy feints the counter takedown.
Hardy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rainey.
Hardy shoots in and drives through. Rainey sprawls well.
Rainey tries to counter with a takedown but Hardy is quick to defend against it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Bradley Rainey will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Hardy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rainey.
Hardy with the counter takedown but Rainey avoids it easily.
Rainey walks into a stiff left hand from Hardy.
Hardy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A low kick from Rainey is predictable there #TD2#
and Hardy counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
Hardy seems to be working for a kimura but Rainey defends the submission attempt.
Rainey is in trouble now - Hardy has advanced to mount!
Hardy punching from mount but Rainey doing a good job of avoiding damage. #SUB2#
Hardy is working for a guillotine from mount but Rainey frees his head quite easily. #SUB2#
Hardy is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Rainey can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #T1#
Rainey is trying to stand.
Hardy throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. #SUB2#
Hardy swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Rainey is now in Hardy's guard. A big mistake from Hardy there, giving up the dominant position! #SUB2#
Hardy working for a triangle but Rainey defends it easily. #SUB2#
Hardy working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Rainey has passed into half guard! #T2#
Hardy tries to roll over but Rainey keeps him under control.
Rainey wants to stand but Hardy has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Hardy works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Hardy is looking for a triangle but Rainey pushes his legs off easily. #T3##SUB2#
Hardy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rainey doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rainey manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SU#
Rainey gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Hardy slips under a jab.
Bradley Rainey is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hardy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rainey.
Rainey jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rainey throws an overhand right that lands on Hardy's shoulder, as Hardy tries to avoid the shot.
Hardy fails with a takedown attempt.#T4#
Hardy fails with a takedown attempt.
Rainey drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hardy sprawls and moves away.
Rainey throws a leg kick but Hardy checks it.
Hardy misses with a takedown
and Rainey counters with a stiff right hand.
Bradley Rainey has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.
Hardy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hardy or perhaps it was just good defense by Rainey, which made it look bad.
Rainey is looking to counter punch.
Hardy lands the left hand.
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 Bradley Rainey will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Hardy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rainey sprawls well. Rainey wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hardy gets slowly back to his feet.
Hardy misses with a looping right.
Nice defenses there by Hardy.
Hardy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Rainey counters with a good low kick that Hardy was not able to check.
Rainey tries to work over Hardy's front leg with a kick but Hardy checks it.
Rainey takes a swing at Hardy's ribcage but misses.
Hardy drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Rainey defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy stalks Rainey and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Rainey's face. Rainey staggers backwards, shaken.
Hardy might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#TD2#
Hardy dives in and scores a takedown into Rainey's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rainey being controlled here, momentarily.
Rainey is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1##SUB2#
Hardy thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Rainey wants to stand up but Hardy is controlling him.
Nero Hardy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hardy wants to pass the guard but Rainey is keeping the position.
Hardy wants to control from the top but Rainey keeps moving. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hardy makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Hardy passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Hardy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bradley Rainey is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rainey is trying to buck Hardy off.
Hardy staying calm.#T3##ES#
Rainey bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Rainey takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Rainey uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hardy.
Hardy lands a slapping body shot.
Rainey throws a head kick that half lands.
Rainey is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T4#
Hardy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rainey.
Hardy changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Rainey tries to avoid it but Hardy manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Rainey to the ground. Rainey escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bradley Rainey has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.
Hardy walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Rainey scores with a jab to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An inside leg kick lands from Rainey.
Hardy walks into a jab.
Hardy takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Rainey thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Hardy if he has to take too many more of those.
Hardy scores with a nice strike.
Rainey uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hardy.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Bradley Rainey!

Event: GAMMA#1026 Wrecks v Maline
Date: Nov 18, 2023

#R1#
Hardy on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Hardy throws a lazy right hand but Bond sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hardy throws a right hand that misses
and Bond counters with a nice leg kick.
Bond keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hardy.
Bond feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Hardy smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A slow jab from Hardy misses its intended target.
Hardy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#TD2#
Bond gets caught flat footed, as Hardy shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Bond keeping moving, preventing Hardy from controlling successfully.
Bond trying to keep a closed guard but Hardy is proving a slippery customer.
Bond controlling Hardy's posture.
Hardy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1#
Hardy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bond is keeping the position for now.
Hardy wants to control from the top but Bond keeps moving.
Hardy tries to free his leg and advance position but Bond is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bond connects with a leg kick.
Nero Hardy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bond is looking to score with low kicks.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hardy scores with a nice right hand.
Hardy misses with a looping right.
A counter left hand to the body from Bond misses its target.
Bond lands a nice looking body kick.
Hardy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bond as he jumps to the side.
Hardy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bond's waist but Bond gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hardy off to one side.
Bond walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Hardy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Hardy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bond as he avoids it easily.
Gunner Bond has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.
Hardy has a takedown stuffed.
Hardy thuds his right hand into Bond's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bond ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hardy moves away.#T3#
Hardy shoots and misses
and Bond counters with a nice leg kick.
Bond scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Hardy misses with an uppercut
enabling Bond to counter with a crisp jab.
Hardy misses with a hook. Bond ducked under it nicely.
Hardy connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bond. Bond circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Hardy avoids the body shot from Bond.
Bond lands a nice shot to the body.
Hardy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bond finds it's way round the side to connect with Hardy's head.
A nice leg kick from Bond, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jab by Hardy.
Hardy misses with a right hand
and Bond counters with a left to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hardy walks into a stiff left hand from Bond.
Hardy might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Bond uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hardy.
A jab from Bond does it's job there.#T4#
Bond lands with an uppercut that bounces Hardy off the cage and back into range.
Bond with the inside leg kick.
Bond slips a jab from Hardy.
Hardy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bond cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bond throws a leg kick which misses Hardy's front leg but catches the back leg as Hardy tries to avoid it.
Hardy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hardy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hardy is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bond sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bond throws a quick counter kick to the body but Hardy avoids it.
We've been told by Bond's head coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#KD#
Bond lands a big head kick that sends Hardy tumbling to the mat! Bond takes a step backwards and waves Hardy back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Hardy is rocked!
Hardy goes for a double leg but Bond avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bond continues to drive forward.
Hardy is still on wobbly legs! Can Bond finish him?
Hardy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bond counters with a right hand to the body.
Hardy looks winded!
Bond closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Hardy out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gunner Bond!
After winning the bout, Gunner Bond thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: GAMMA#1020 Hawk v Karim
Date: Oct 14, 2023

#R1#
Hardy misses with a takedown attempt - Weight sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hardy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Weight counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Hardy swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Weight to counter with a crisp jab.
Hardy lands a nice shot that snaps Weight's head back. #CUT#It looks like Welter Weight has been cut.
Weight lands a body shot.
Hardy looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #TD#
Hardy fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Weight to the ground. Hardy is now in Weight's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Weight trying to control the position here. #SUB#
Hardy drops back, looking for a kneebar! Weight looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Weight looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Weight! #REVB##T1#
Hardy is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Weight off and has taken his back!
Hardy controlling well, preventing Weight from escaping the position.
Weight wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Hardy looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Hardy is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Weight defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB#
Hardy is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Weight knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Weight for a finish.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Weight trying to control the action but Hardy just sinks the hooks in. #T2##SUB#
Hardy looking for the RNC.
Even with his hooks in, Hardy manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Weight felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Weight trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB#
Weight preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Hardy.
Hardy scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Weight is looking for a way out.
Hardy keeps control of the position as Weight tries to break free.
Weight is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Hardy off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#T3#
Weight tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB#
Hardy looking for a guillotine from mount but Weight is having none of it.
Weight working to try and regain half guard.
Hardy wants to control the pace but Weight is squirming around nicely.
Hardy wants to control but instead Weight manages to regain half guard.
Weight wants to get back to full guard.
Weight is trying to stand. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hardy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Weight doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hardy. #T4#
Hardy is trying to control. Weight wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Hardy 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.
Hardy wants to control but Weight is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Hardy is looking for a kimura here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Welter Weight's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Hardy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Weight counters with a nice body shot.
Hardy throws a hook to the side of Weight's head but Weight sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hardy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Weight throws out the jab.
Hardy scores with the left hand. Weight knows he should have avoided that one.
Weight comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A slow jab from Hardy misses its intended target.
Hardy fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy shoots in looking for a takedown but Weight manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hardy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nero Hardy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hardy scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Hardy changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Weight tries to avoid it but Hardy manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Weight to the ground. Weight escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Weight appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Weight steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hardy.
Hardy shoots in for a double leg but Weight sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nero Hardy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hardy fails to land the takedown.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hardy. Weight does a little dance to reset his feet.
Weight stuns Hardy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Weight throws a nice looking combination but Hardy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Weight throws a body shot but no joy.
Hardy tries to counter by clinching up but Weight breaks away and moves out of range.
Weight ducks under a wild hook from Hardy.
Hardy shoots in and drives through. Weight sprawls well.
Hardy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Hardy misses with a right hand
and Hardy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Weight scores with a jab to the head.
Weight misses with a right hand #TD#
and Hardy counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Weight preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB#
Hardy is looking for a kimura but Weight is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hardy to get the leverage.
Weight trying to control here.
Hardy is trying to control. Weight wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
Weight keeping control of the position. #SUB#
Hardy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Hardy trying to control from Weight's half guard. Weight has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Weight pulls Hardy in close to his closed guard and prevents Hardy from doing any damage or advancing position.
Weight is trying to control the position but Hardy postures up. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Weight working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hardy. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hardy scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Weight doesn't seem bothered though.
Hardy throws a body punch but Weight moves out of range.
Hardy goes for a double leg but Weight avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Weight continues to drive forward.#BC2#
Weight breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hardy lands a jab to Weight's midsection.
Hardy with a poor takedown
and Weight cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Weight uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hardy.
Hardy shoots in looking for a takedown but Weight manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hardy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Weight! But no joy.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hardy or perhaps it was just good defense by Weight, which made it look bad.
Weight let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Welter Weight showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Welter Weight's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Hardy has a takedown stuffed.
Weight scores with a jab to the body.
Weight ducks under a wild hook from Hardy.
Weight let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Hardy with a poor takedown
and Weight counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hardy thinking.
Hardy shoots in and drives through. Weight sprawls well.
Weight is looking for the big counter here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nero Hardy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Weight looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardy is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy with a poor takedown
enabling Weight to counter with a crisp jab.
Hardy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Weight.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hardy throws an off balance right hand
letting Weight counter with a right hand.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hardy.#T1#
Hardy throws a sloppy body shot
letting Weight counter with a right hand.
Hardy misses with a takedown #KD2#
and Weight counters with a crisp right hand that drops Hardy! Weight lets Hardy back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Hardy is rocked!
Weight finds Hardy's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Hardy flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Weight lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Hardy will be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Welter Weight!
Our winner, Welter Weight, 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: GAMMA#1015 Sitsongrit v Grimm
Date: Sep 09, 2023

#R1#
Weudke avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A swing and a miss from Weudke.
Hardy lands an overhand right.#CUT#It looks like Roland Weudke has been cut.
Weudke takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hardy throws a poor cross that misses
and Weudke counters with a left to the body.
Weudke on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Weudke misses the shot to the body.
Hardy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Weudke throws out the jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Hardy. That snapped Weudke's head back.
The crowd cheers as Hardy lands an impressive looking overhand right. Weudke doesn't seem phased though.
Weudke thumps Hardy with a low kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hardy throws a body shot but no joy.
Nero Hardy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hardy. Weudke does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Hardy misses the shot to the body.
Hardy looks to land a right hand but Weudke moved out of range.
Weudke is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hardy with a body shot.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Weudke enables Hardy to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Weudke manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Weudke is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hardy working some strikes from top position.
Hardy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Weudke seems keen to control Hardy's posture.
Hardy trying to control but Weudke is working from the bottom.
Weudke looking to control.
Weudke seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T2#
Hardy throwing strikes from guard but Weudke blocks nicely.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Weudke is on top in guard. #REVB#
Hardy wants to hit a sweep here but Weudke passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Hardy there!
Hardy sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB#
Hardy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Weudke pulls his head out easily.
Hardy wants to improve his position but Weudke is controlling well. #T3##SUB#
Hardy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Weudke pulls his head out easily.
Weudke with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Hardy looking for submissions off his back.
Weudke trying to control the pace.
Hardy tries to get to full guard but Weudke has control of the leg. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Hardy wants to control the action here but instead Weudke manages to pass to full mount!
Hardy is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hardy wants to hold on but Weudke pushes him away.
Hardy is trying to escape the mount.
Hardy is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Nero Hardy will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Roland Weudke's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Hardy cracks Weudke with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've been informed that Weudke has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Hardy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Weudke as he jumps to the side.
Hardy slips a straight right by Weudke.
Weudke throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hardy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Hardy moves away from the strike by Weudke.
A decent looking cross lands there for Hardy.
Weudke on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT#That has opened up Roland Weudke's cut even more.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weudke lands a really nice looking cross but Hardy seems unphased.
Weudke throws a right hand that Hardy ducks under and follows up with a left that Hardy also avoids with ease.
Hardy scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A chopping leg kick lands by Weudke. #T1#
Hardy slips a straight right by Weudke.
Weudke lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #TD#
Weudke gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Hardy throwing strikes from guard but Weudke blocks nicely.
Hardy trying to control but Weudke is working from the bottom.
Weudke 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.
Hardy trying to control but Weudke is working from the bottom.
Hardy stands and throws Weudke's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T2#
Weudke is not content to let Hardy control the position. #SUB#
Hardy is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Weudke has escaped the position, nice work there.
Weudke gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Weudke tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nero Hardy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Hardy looking to control but Weudke is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Hardy swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Weudke is now in Hardy's guard. A big mistake from Hardy there, giving up the dominant position!
Hardy wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Weudke sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Hardy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hardy looking for a sweep. Not yet Hardy, not yet. #T4##SUB#
Hardy has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Weudke 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 Hardy.
Weudke trying to control the position but Hardy is working away.
Hardy is looking to regain half guard here but Weudke keeps moving and retains side control.
Weudke just content to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hardy manages to work his way to half guard, despite Weudke's best efforts.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Roland Weudke will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Roland Weudke's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Weudke misses with a straight left.
Hardy missing with a left hand there. Weudke was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Weudke throws a combination that misses
and Weudke takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Weudke shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Hardy eats them both and turns towards Weudke to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Hardy catches Weudke with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Hardy lands with a good body shot.#TD#
Hardy looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Weudke!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hardy advances to mount.
Hardy looking to control but Weudke is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hardy tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T1##SUB#
Hardy swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Weudke is now in Hardy's guard. A big mistake from Hardy there, giving up the dominant position!
Hardy trying to control the position. #SUB#
Hardy looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Weudke has picked Hardy up and slammed him! Hardy can't keep hold of the triangle and Weudke manages to pass to side control!
Hardy is letting Weudke control him for a moment.
Hardy prevents Weudke from improving position.
Hardy looks to move to half guard but instead Weudke has passed into mount! Damn!#T2#
Hardy is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hardy is wriggling around trying to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Weudke tries to control but Hardy wriggling away.
Hardy is desperately trying to improve his position but Weudke has a good base and remains in mount.
Weudke tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hardy tries to reverse the position but Weudke maintains control.#T3#
Hardy tries to hold on but Weudke postures up.
Weudke tries to control but Hardy wriggling away.
Hardy regains half guard.
Weudke wants to pass the guard but Hardy is defending well.
Hardy is looking for a sweep. Weudke is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hardy has his hands clasped together around Weudke's back. He's all about the action.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hardy wants to get back to full guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SUB#
Hardy actively working from the bottom here.
Weudke slows the pace down in half guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Roland Weudke is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Weudke fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hardy manages to avoid it.
Hardy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Weudke counters with a nice leg kick.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Roland Weudke!
Roland Weudke took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, HELLBENT for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: GAMMA#1011 Riker v Kreischer
Date: Aug 12, 2023

#R1#
Gozen looks to land a left hand but Hardy moved out of range nicely.
Hardy throws a big shot that misses.
Gozen walks into a jab.
Hardy tests Gozen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Gozen looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardy is just out of range.
Hardy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Gozen with a body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Hardy. That snapped Gozen's head back.
Hardy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hardy fails with the takedown
and Gozen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice sprawl there from Gozen as Hardy shoots in.
Gozen tries to counter with a takedown but Hardy is quick to defend against it.
Hardy moves out of range of the leg kick from Gozen.
A slow jab from Hardy misses its intended target.
Gozen changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Gozen connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Hardy lands an overhand right.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Gozen lunges at Hardy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hardy's hand. #T1#
Gozen scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hardy in his tracks.
Hardy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gozen. #KD#
Gozen cracks Hardy with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Hardy looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Gozen finish him? #ROC#Hardy is rocked!
Hardy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gozen feinted with a counter takedown.
Hardy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Gozen avoids it really well and circles away.
Tomoe Gozen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.
Gozen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab from Gozen misses.
Hardy throws an off balance right hand
enabling Gozen to counter with a crisp jab.
Hardy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gozen. #T2#
Hardy shoots for a double leg takedown but Gozen sprawls well. He's pushed Hardy's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Gozen has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Gozen misses with a head kick.
Gozen connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hardy momentarily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hardy darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hardy lands a jab to the nose.
A slow jab from Gozen misses its intended target.
Gozen scores with a jab to the jaw.
Gozen missing with a left hand there. Hardy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hardy thuds his right hand into Gozen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#TD2#
Hardy changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Gozen looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB2#
Hardy tries for a kimura but Gozen is defending well.
Gozen wants to get back to his feet.#T3#
Hardy taking a breather here.
Hardy tries to advance to mount but Gozen denies him.
Hardy slows the pace down.
Gozen stops Hardy from passing to mount. #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.#ES#
Gozen explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #TD2#
Hardy looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Hardy is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Gozen keeping full guard, as Hardy tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gozen keeping moving, preventing Hardy from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tomoe Gozen 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#
Hardy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Gozen appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tomoe Gozen is winning the standup battle so far.
Gozen connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Gozen throws a leg kick that misses.
Gozen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hardy can do to turn this around?
Hardy lands with an uppercut that bounces Gozen off the cage and back into range.
Hardy lands a really nice looking cross but Gozen seems unphased.
Hardy might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Hardy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gozen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hardy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gozen thuds his shin into the meat of Hardy's side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gozen slaps away a takedown attempt from Hardy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Gozen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hardy throws the left hand but Gozen avoids the punch easily.
Hardy dives in for a single leg takedown but Gozen sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tomoe Gozen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.#T1##TD2#
Gozen gets caught napping as Hardy dives in and scores a takedown. Gozen manages to retain guard.
Hardy trying to control but Gozen is working from the bottom.
Gozen wants to stand but Hardy is controlling the position.
Hardy wants to control from the top but Gozen keeps moving.
Gozen is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hardy is controlling him.
Hardy trying to control but Gozen is working from the bottom.
Gozen is looking to stand up but Hardy isn't so interested in that idea. #T2#
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Gozen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hardy throws a jab when Gozen was well out of range.
Gozen misses with a kick to the body.
Gozen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Hardy connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Gozen scrambles back to his feet.
Hardy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Gozen as he jumps to the side.
Nero Hardy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gozen stuffs the takedown attempt from Hardy. Hardy gets slowly back to his feet.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gozen. #T3#
Gozen lands with a shot to the body.
Gozen connects with a body shot.
Gozen defending well as Hardy loads up on a big left hand.
Hardy avoids the body shot from Gozen.
Gozen throws a jab when Hardy was well out of range.
Gozen lands a nice shot to the body.
Hardy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gozen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hardy was well out of range. Poor timing from Gozen.
Nice shot by Hardy.
Hardy takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hardy loads up on a big right hand but Gozen slips the punch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Gozen. That's going to slow Hardy down. #T4#
Gozen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hardy finds it's way round the side to connect with Gozen's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gozen scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Gozen connects with a looping right hand.
Nice body kick from Gozen.
Tomoe Gozen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hardy throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Gozen counters with a nice low kick that buckles Hardy's knee momentarily.
Hardy is breathing heavily.
Nice body punch from Gozen.
Hardy tries for a takedown but Gozen sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Hardy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Gozen thumps Hardy with a low kick.
Hardy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Hardy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gozen. Gozen obviously looking to wear him down.
Gozen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Gozen lands a nice shot that snaps Hardy's head back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tomoe Gozen dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Hardy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gozen.
A little feinted left hand from Gozen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Gozen looks to land a right hand but Hardy moved out of range.
Hardy looks to score with a jab to the body but Gozen is just out of range.
Gozen lands with a shot to the body.
Gozen stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Gozen wants it to stay on the feet.
Hardy has his takedown stuffed
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Hardy on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Hardy takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Hardy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy takes a jab right on the kisser.
Gozen throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Hardy counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#ES#
Gozen pushes Hardy off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Gozen lands a nice looking body shot. #T1#
A jab from Gozen finds it's way through Hardy's defenses.
Good exchange - Gozen coming out on top.
Gozen throws a body punch but Hardy moves out of range.
It seemed like Hardy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hardy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A swing and a miss from Hardy.
Hardy tries for a takedown but Gozen circles away easily#TD#
and Gozen counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Hardy!
Tomoe Gozen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.#SU#
Gozen decides to stand up, so the ref orders Hardy to his feet.
Hardy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gozen.
Gozen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Gozen scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Gozen scores with a nice strike.
Gozen throws a quick inside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gozen.
Gozen misses with a hook.
Gozen connects with a body shot that sends Hardy's belly button to the back.
Gozen keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Hardy walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Hardy lands a jab to the nose.
Gozen bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hardy's head.
Hardy is still on wobbly legs! Can Gozen finish him?#T3#
Hardy connects with a good right hand that stumbles Gozen. Gozen circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Hardy dives in and grabs Gozen's left leg, looking for a takedown. Gozen pushes down on Hardy's head and hops out.
Hardy seems to have recovered his senses.
Hardy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Hardy fails with a takedown attempt.
A little feinted left hand from Gozen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Gozen lands a nice shot to the body.
Hardy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gozen.
Gozen throws a body punch but Hardy moves out of range.
Hardy shoots in but no luck this time.
Gozen lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Gozen misses with a looping left.
Hardy takes a swing at Gozen's ribcage but misses.
Gozen appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Gozen throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
Gozen swings for the body but Hardy moves out of range.
Hardy works the jab nicely.
Hardy will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hardy bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Gozen's head.#KD#
Gozen drops Hardy with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Hardy looks back up at him and smiles so Gozen waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hardy.
Hardy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gozen throws out the jab.
Hardy throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Gozen decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Hardy's guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gozen controlling from the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tomoe Gozen clearly takes 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.#R4#
Gozen punishes Hardy's body with a nice straight punch.
Gozen connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hardy's hands.
Sloppy strikes from Hardy. Those never looked like landing.
Gozen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hardy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gozen moves away.
A low kick lands for Gozen.
Hardy fails with a takedown attempt.
Hardy is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T1#
Gozen scores with a punch to the head.
Gozen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Gozen stuffs the takedown attempt from Hardy. Hardy gets slowly back to his feet. #KD#
Gozen lands a big right hand that sends Hardy crashing to the mat! Gozen stays standing though and waves Hardy back to his feet!
Hardy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gozen misses with a body shot.
Gozen slips under a jab.
Gozen changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A swing and a miss from Gozen.
Hardy throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Gozen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hardy has a takedown stuffed.
Gozen throwing a counter right hand but Hardy manages to avoid it.
Tomoe Gozen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.
Hardy tries for a takedown but Gozen circles away easily
and Gozen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Gozen jabs at Hardy's body.
Hardy closes this distance looking for a takedown but Gozen circles away.
Gozen scores with a nice strike.
Gozen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hardy's sensitive parts.
Hardy looks to score with a jab to the body but Gozen is just out of range.
Gozen misses with a wild body shot.
Gozen misses with a hook
and Hardy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T3#
Gozen misses with a hook. Hardy ducked under it nicely.
Hardy throws out a counter right but Gozen avoids it with no problem.
Hardy comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Gozen gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hardy.
Hardy on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Hardy throws a lazy uppercut
and Gozen counters with a nice uppercut.
Hardy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Gozen throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Gozen looks to land a left hand but Hardy moved out of range nicely.
Hardy throws an off balance right hand
and Gozen counters with an inside leg kick.
Hardy misses with a hook
letting Gozen counter with a right hand.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Gozen.
Hardy gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Gozen gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Hardy is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tomoe Gozen!
Tomoe Gozen retains his welterweight title!
Tomoe Gozen very nearly forgot to thank Urban Fighter 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: GAMMA#1007 Karim v Riker
Date: Jul 15, 2023

#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Hardy misses the target.
Jackson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hardy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jackson connects with a looping right hand.
A slow jab from Jackson misses its intended target.
Hardy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jackson. Jackson obviously looking to wear him down.
Jackson feints and then cracks Hardy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hardy down.
Jackson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hardy.
Hardy connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Hardy defending well as Jackson loads up on a big left hand.
Hardy walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Hardy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hardy misses the body punch
and Jackson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A telegraphed right hand from Hardy misses the target.
Jackson loads up on a big right hand but Hardy slips the punch.
Hardy misses with a hook. Jackson ducked under it nicely.
Hardy throws a hook but Jackson blocks it.
Hardy connects with a single shot there.
Hardy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jackson. Jackson obviously looking to wear him down.
Jackson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Jackson.
Hardy throws a hook but Jackson blocks it.
Hardy swings widly with a right hand
and Jackson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jackson throws a big shot that misses.
Hardy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jackson.
Hardy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jackson feints and then cracks Hardy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hardy down.
Hardy has his takedown stuffed
and Jackson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hardy dodges the punch combination from Jackson.
Hardy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jackson walks into a jab.
Hardy connects with the punch.
Hardy darts in looking for a takedown but Jackson gets double underhooks and turns Hardy into the cage.
Jackson lands a right hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jackson throws a nice inside leg kick. #T2#
Jackson lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hardy throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Jackson counter with a right hand.
Jackson throws a lazy right hand but Hardy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jackson cracks Hardy with an open hand slap.
Jackson lands a slapping body shot.
Jackson lands a nice shot that snaps Hardy's head back.
Jackson drops his hands momentarily and Hardy takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jackson throws a series of punches but Hardy moves out of range.
Hardy might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Jackson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jackson lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jackson throws a solid leg kick but Hardy takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jackson.
Hardy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Jackson counters with a slapping leg kick.
Demetrius Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.
Jackson throws a nice inside leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Hardy.
Hardy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Hardy is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jackson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Jackson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Hardy tries to move into range but Jackson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Hardy throws a jab but it's blocked by Jackson. #T3#
A jab from Hardy misses.
Jackson looks to land a right hand but Hardy moved out of range.
Hardy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jackson.
Jackson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hardy.#TD2#
Hardy fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Jackson to the ground. Hardy is now in Jackson's guard.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Hardy from controlling successfully.
Jackson wants to stand and escape but Hardy is having none of it.
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hardy is controlling him.
Hardy trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##ES#
Jackson has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Hardy off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Hardy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jackson.
Jackson connects with a jab.
Hardy walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A decent looking cross lands there for Jackson.
Hardy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Decent striking displayed by Jackson there.
Demetrius Jackson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hardy missing with a left hand there. Jackson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jackson loads up on a big right hand but Hardy slips the punch.
It looks like Jackson has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Hardy throws a shot from downtown. Jackson moves away and avoids it.
Jackson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hardy takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Jackson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A lazy left from Jackson finds it's target.
Hardy throws a right hand that misses
and Jackson makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Hardy scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jackson doesn't seem bothered though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Demetrius Jackson 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##TD2#
Hardy darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Jackson wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Hardy is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Jackson looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB2#
Hardy wants to work for an arm triangle but Jackson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Jackson is looking to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hardy on the ground.
Hardy with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #ES#
Jackson manages to escape and get back to his feet! #T1#
Jackson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jackson loads up on a big right hand but Hardy slips the punch.#TD2#
Hardy shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Jackson's guard.
Jackson is looking to stand up but Hardy isn't so interested in that idea.
Hardy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jackson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jackson wants to stand and escape but Hardy is having none of it.
Hardy lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hardy stops Jackson from standing up. #SUB2#
Jackson wants to stand and escape. He's got his foot on Hardy's hips, looking to push off. But Hardy grabs a hold of the leg and drops back for an ankle lock! It's hard to tell if he's got it. Both fighters look composed - OH, not anymore they don't! Jackson screams like a kid who's trapped his fingers in the car door and taps out! Yikes, that must have hurt - hopefully it's not snapped anything!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Heel Hook). Nero Hardy!
Nero Hardy spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: ENIGMA 173
Date: Jun 18, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Hardy drives through with a takedown into Romero 's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Romero avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hardy showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hardy throwing strikes but missing.
Hardy throws a big elbow that misses.
Hardy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy stopping the sweep attempt from Romero .
Hardy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hardy 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. #SUB2#
Hardy drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Romero dives on top into guard.#REVR##T1#
Hardy looking to control.
Romero is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Romero trying to control the position from guard on top but Hardy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Romero stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hardy swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Hardy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Romero defends well.
Hardy looking for a sweep. Not yet Hardy, not yet.
Romero passes Hardy's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Well, if Romero 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.
Romero continues to stall.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Romero trying to control from half guard but Hardy is working away.
Well, if Romero 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.
Romero 's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hardy is trying to control but can't.
Hardy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Romero trying to control the action but Hardy is working from the bottom.
Hardy trying to control from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Romero trying to pass the guard but Hardy defending well. #T3#
Romero wants to take a breather but Hardy is having none of it.
Romero is looking to advance position but Hardy won't allow it.
Hardy is not content to let Romero control the position.
Hardy wants to control but Romero is keeping busy. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Romero uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hardy.
Romero throws a series of punches but Hardy moves out of range.
Hardy throws out a counter right but Romero avoids it with no problem.
Romero defending well as Hardy loads up on a big left hand.
Hardy thuds a left hand into Romero 's body.
Romero missing with a left hand there. Hardy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A nice combination there by Romero .
Romero throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hardy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#It looks like Rock Romero has been cut.
Romero connects with a looping right hand.
Romero takes a jab right on the kisser. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Romero cracks Hardy with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Hardy shoots in for a takedown but Romero shows good takedown defense.
Hardy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Romero .
We've been told by Romero 's head coaches at Finch Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Romero misses the jab.
It seemed like Hardy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hardy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Romero .
Hardy scores with a hook.
Hardy looks to land a right hand but Romero moved out of range.
Hardy swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Romero .
Hardy lands with an uppercut that bounces Romero off the cage and back into range.#ROC2#Romero is rocked!#TD2#
Hardy dives in and scores a takedown into Romero 's guard.
Oh Romero is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hardy is looking to work some ground and pound but Romero has wrist control.
Hardy controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hardy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Romero is breathing heavily.
Hardy wants to control from the top but Romero keeps moving.
Romero seems to have got his legs back now.
Romero avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Nero Hardy will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Rock Romero 's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Romero avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rock Romero seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Romero looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Romero takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Romero missing with a left hand there. Hardy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Good exchange - Hardy coming out on top.
Romero slips a straight right by Hardy.
Hardy moves away from the strike by Romero . #TD2#
Hardy looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Hardy takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hardy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Romero does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hardy landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Hardy content to control rather than advance.
Hardy thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Romero 's head. #T1#
Hardy content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hardy is keen to just control but Romero is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Hardy seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Hardy is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hardy is stalling here. Romero is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Hardy seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Romero has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T2#
Hardy is looking for a sweep.
Hardy wants to control but Romero postures up.
Nero Hardy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hardy gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Romero takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hardy felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Hardy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Romero takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T3#
Hardy has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Romero is working away from the top position though.
Romero wants to pass to mount but Hardy is defending the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Romero in particular looking to stall.
Romero is pressing down on Hardy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hardy is holding on for now.
Romero performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Romero moves into full mount! Hardy won't be happy about that!
Romero takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hardy regains half guard.
Romero keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T4#
Hardy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hardy gets full guard.
Romero stopping the sweep attempt from Hardy.
Romero showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hardy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Romero is stalling in the full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Romero looking to pass the guard.
Hardy is pulling down on Romero 's head to control his posture.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Rock Romero 's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Romero takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Romero misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Romero defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hardy.
Hardy slips a jab from Romero .
Romero bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Romero was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Romero fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Romero misses with a hook.
A little jabbing left from Hardy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Romero throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice shot lands for Hardy.
Romero throws a shot from downtown. Hardy moves away and avoids it.
Hardy cracks Romero with an open hand slap.
Hardy will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hardy moves out of range of the strikes.
Romero slaps away a takedown attempt from Hardy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rock Romero has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.
Romero tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hardy was well out of range. Poor timing from Romero .
Romero is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters circling - Hardy throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
A slow jab from Romero misses its intended target.
Romero misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hardy with the counter takedown but Romero avoids it easily.
Nero Hardy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hardy looks to throw the jab but Romero is out of range.
A swing and a miss from Romero .
Romero lands with a shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A swing and a miss from Romero .
Hardy drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Romero defends it well.#TD2#
Hardy fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Romero to the ground. Hardy is now in Romero 's guard.
Hardy scoring with some ground and pound.
Romero trying to keep a closed guard but Hardy is proving a slippery customer.
Hardy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Romero working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hardy.
Hardy throws a big elbow that misses. #T2#
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Romero is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hardy tries to free his leg and advance position but Romero is retaining full guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Hardy is still trying to improve position.
Hardy throwing strikes from guard but Romero blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Romero rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Hardy to counter with a crisp jab.
Romero drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Romero bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD2#
Hardy shoots in and gets a takedown into Romero 's guard.#SUB2#
Hardy 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.
Romero looking for a sweep. Not yet Romero , not yet. #T3#
Hardy 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.
Romero avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Romero utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hardy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Romero can't keep his opponent in guard - Hardy advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Romero avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hardy. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hardy looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Romero taking some punishment here, with Hardy in his half guard.
Hardy throwing shots but Romero is blocking nicely.
Hardy is looking to take a break and control but Romero is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hardy is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Romero keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Rock Romero 's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R4##TD2#
Hardy closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Romero to the mat! Romero manages to get full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hardy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hardy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Hardy drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Romero manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hardy has Romero in his guard.#REVR#
Romero trying to control but Hardy is working from the bottom.
Romero not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy is pulling down on Romero 's head. It's preventing any offense from Romero , at least for the moment.
Romero is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Romero pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hardy is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Hardy keeping moving, preventing Romero from controlling successfully.
Romero wants to pass the guard but Hardy is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Hardy working for a triangle but Romero defends it easily.
Hardy keeping moving, preventing Romero from controlling successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hardy is on top in guard. #REVB#
Hardy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Romero swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2##SUB2#
Hardy drops back, looking for a kneebar! Romero looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Romero looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Romero ! #REVR#
Hardy is looking to regain half guard here but Romero keeps moving and retains side control.
Hardy is being controlled here.
Hardy tries to bench press Romero off him but Romero keeps the position.
Romero trying to control the action but Hardy is working from the bottom.
Romero is really struggling to control Hardy but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T3#
Romero taking a breather here.
Hardy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Romero happy to just control the position for now.
Hardy can't do much from the bottom here.
Romero controls the position.
More hug and hope from Romero .
Hardy is trying to get back to half guard.
Hardy is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hardy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Hardy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Romero tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Romero wants to control but Hardy is keeping him busy.
Hardy tries to improve position but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hardy wants to control but Romero postures up.
Who's going to make the next move?
Romero taking a breather here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Rock Romero will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Rock Romero 's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Hardy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Romero .
Romero displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Romero leaves Hardy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Romero throws a nice looking combination but Hardy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hardy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hardy on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Romero throws a lazy right hand but Hardy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Romero thuds his right hand into Hardy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Romero has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hardy finds it's way round the side to connect with Romero 's head.
Hardy defending well as Romero loads up on a big left hand.
Romero throws a big shot that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A jab from Romero misses.
Romero throws a lazy right hand but Hardy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Hardy slips a jab from Romero .#T1##TD2#
Hardy looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Hardy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hardy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Hardy is trying to work for a kimura but Romero is defending well.
Romero is refusing to be controlled, as Hardy sits in half guard.
Nice strikes from Hardy there. #T2##SUB2#
Hardy is trying to work for a kimura but Romero is defending well. #SUB2#
Hardy wants to work for an arm triangle but Romero is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Romero is looking to improve his position.
Hardy perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hardy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
Hardy is stalling here. Romero is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Hardy seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Romero has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Romero controlling the position.
Romero trying to control the position but Hardy is working away.
Hardy being controlled for a moment.
Hardy tries to buck Romero off but Romero is having none of it.#T4#
Hardy struggling a bit here.
Romero slows the pace down.
Hardy is not content to let Romero control the position.
Hardy tries to improve position but can't.
Romero is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Hardy will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Hardy tries to buck Romero off but Romero is having none of it.
Hardy is trying to control Romero 's posture but Romero avoids it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hardy is trying to get back to half guard.
Romero trying to control the position but Hardy is working away.
Rock Romero has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hardy manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 47:48
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 47:48
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nero Hardy!
Nero Hardy is the new welterweight champion!
Nero Hardy tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: ENIGMA 170
Date: May 28, 2023

#R1#
Longabaugh slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Longabaugh.#TD#
Longabaugh tries to sprawl but Hardy drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Hardy throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Longabaugh to regain full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Longabaugh controlling Hardy's posture.
Hardy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Longabaugh is keeping the position for now.
Hardy is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Longabaugh can do anything to dispel that myth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Longabaugh wants to sweep here but Hardy controlling him for the moment.
Longabaugh is looking to stand up but Hardy isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Hardy closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Longabaugh to the mat! Longabaugh manages to get full guard.
Hardy scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Longabaugh being controlled here, momentarily.
Hardy is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T2#
Hardy's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hardy trying to control but Longabaugh is working from the bottom.
Hardy throwing strikes but missing.
Hardy cracks Longabaugh with a solid left hand.
Hardy distracts Longabaugh with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Hardy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Longabaugh swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hardy postures up in Longabaugh's guard and throws a big left but Longabaugh blocks it.
Hardy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Hardy throws a big right hand that misses.
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Longabaugh is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hardy lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Longabaugh is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hardy advances position into side control!
Hardy working the strikes but Longabaugh uses the opportunity to regain half guard. #T4#
Hardy content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Hardy is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hardy sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hardy trying to control the action but Longabaugh is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Hardy has his takedown stuffed
and Longabaugh counters with a straight right hand.
Longabaugh scores with a jab. Hardy acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Longabaugh listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Hardy moves away from the strike by Longabaugh.
Hardy connects with a looping right hand.
Longabaugh swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Longabaugh rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Hardy to counter with a crisp jab.
Hardy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hardy slips under a jab from Longabaugh.
Hardy feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Hardy closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Longabaugh's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hardy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Longabaugh is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hardy throwing strikes from guard but Longabaugh blocks nicely. #T1#
Longabaugh keeping moving, preventing Hardy from controlling successfully.
Longabaugh avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Longabaugh is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hardy throwing strikes from guard but Longabaugh blocks nicely.
Hardy looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Hardy's corner calls for a 1-2. Hardy obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Harry Alonzo Longabaugh is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Longabaugh ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hardy moves away.
No luck for Hardy with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nero Hardy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Longabaugh lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Longabaugh throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Longabaugh might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Hardy misses with a hook.
Hardy throws a right hand that misses
letting Longabaugh counter with a right hand.
Longabaugh takes a swing at Hardy's ribcage but misses.
Longabaugh cracks Hardy with a right hand to the side of the head.
Harry Alonzo Longabaugh seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Longabaugh misses with a looping right.
Longabaugh throws a jab when Hardy was well out of range.
Longabaugh steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hardy.
Hardy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Longabaugh but Longabaugh pushes him off and we're back to square one.
It seemed like Longabaugh was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Longabaugh misses with a lunging right hand
and Hardy counters with a stiff right hand.
Longabaugh takes one to the chin there.
Hardy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hardy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A slow jab from Hardy misses its intended target.
Hardy misses with a hook.
Hardy walks into a left hand.
Hardy shoots in but no luck this time.
Longabaugh loads up on a big right hand but Hardy slips the punch.
Longabaugh throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hardy throws a jab but it's blocked by Longabaugh.
Hardy misses the shot to the body.
Longabaugh misses with a straight right.
Hardy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Longabaugh swivels and escapes.
Longabaugh throws a body punch but Hardy moves out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Longabaugh there.
Longabaugh swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hardy cracks Longabaugh with an open hand slap.
Longabaugh lands a lovely overhand right.
Longabaugh swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Longabaugh misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hardy.
Hardy ducks under a wild hook from Longabaugh.
Longabaugh wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Longabaugh slips under a jab from Hardy.
A countering left hand to the body from Longabaugh misses.
A swing and a miss from Longabaugh.
Longabaugh moves forwards but Hardy connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Hardy lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Longabaugh misses with a left hand
and Hardy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hardy's jab looks to have found its range, popping Longabaugh under the eye.#ROC#Longabaugh is rocked!
Hardy walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Longabaugh is still on wobbly legs! Can Hardy finish him?
Hardy blocks a jab.#KD#
Longabaugh ducks straight into an uppercut from Hardy and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Longabaugh manages to regain guard straight away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hardy wants to pass the guard but Longabaugh is keeping the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Harry Alonzo Longabaugh will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Longabaugh moves away from the strike by Hardy.
Longabaugh seems to have recovered his senses.
Hardy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Longabaugh throws out a loose jab but Hardy uses good head movement to avoid it.
It looked like Hardy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hardy doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Longabaugh counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hardy shoots in looking for a takedown but Longabaugh manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hardy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Hardy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hardy throws an overhand right that lands on Longabaugh's shoulder, as Longabaugh tries to avoid the shot.
Longabaugh is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hardy.
Longabaugh misses with an uppercut.
Longabaugh throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Longabaugh misses with a hook #TD#
and Hardy counters with a takedown into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Longabaugh is looking for a sweep.
Hardy postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Hardy in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #T1#
Hardy trying to control the action but Longabaugh is working from the bottom.
Longabaugh is trying to get back to half guard.
Longabaugh stops Hardy from passing to mount.
Longabaugh is looking to reverse the position.
Hardy moves into full mount!
Hardy tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #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.
Longabaugh taking shots to the head.
Hardy looking to control but Longabaugh is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hardy is landing with some decent strikes but Longabaugh is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Hardy sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hardy looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Hardy looking to control but Longabaugh is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Hardy wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Hardy breaks from Longabaugh's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Hardy controlling from the full mount.
Hardy landing strikes, looking to finish!
Hardy connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Longabaugh tries to reverse the position but Hardy maintains control.
Hardy breaks from Longabaugh's wrist control and lands an elbow. #T4#
Hardy unloading with bombs!
Hardy is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Longabaugh can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Longabaugh tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hardy takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB#
Hardy working for a submission but Longabaugh is keeping him at bay.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Longabaugh is bucking up trying to escape but Hardy cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Hardy lands a big shot to the head and Longabaugh winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Nero Hardy!
After the fight, Nero Hardy was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: ENIGMA 167
Date: May 07, 2023

#R1#
Mamontov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Hardy lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#TD2#
Mamontov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Hardy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hardy struggling a bit here.
Hardy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Mamontov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Hardy sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Hardy's coaches at Catch Wrestling L.A. have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Mamontov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T1##SUB#
Hardy has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Mamontov. Oh but Hardy has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Mamontov goes limp - he's gone! Hardy jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Nero Hardy!
Nero Hardy tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: ENIGMA 163
Date: Apr 09, 2023

#R1##TD#
Hardy scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Xanthopoulos holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Xanthopoulos trying to hold on to Hardy's head to control him but Hardy postures up.
Xanthopoulos controlling the position well.
Hardy is keen to just control but Xanthopoulos is a slippery customer.
Xanthopoulos trying to hold on to Hardy's head to control him but Hardy postures up.
Xanthopoulos is controlling Hardy's trapped leg to prevent Hardy from advancing to side control.
Hardy wants to take a breather but Xanthopoulos is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Xanthopoulos is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
The fighters are battling for position here. Xanthopoulos manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Xanthopoulos looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Xanthopoulos is trying to control the position but Hardy postures up.
Xanthopoulos pulls Hardy in close to prevent any damage.
Xanthopoulos trying to control the position.
Xanthopoulos wants to sweep here but Hardy controlling him for the moment.
Xanthopoulos keeping moving, preventing Hardy from controlling successfully.
Xanthopoulos is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Hardy's coaches at Catch Wrestling L.A. have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Hardy wants to control but Xanthopoulos is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hardy wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hardy manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T2#
Xanthopoulos slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hardy looking to control. #SUB#
Hardy is looking for a triangle but Xanthopoulos pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Hardy looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Xanthopoulos has picked Hardy up and slammed him! Hardy can't keep hold of the triangle and Xanthopoulos manages to pass to side control!
Hardy is trying to improve his position.
Hardy manages to get back to half guard.
Hardy is trying to get back to full guard.
Xanthopoulos trying to pass the guard but Hardy defending well. #T3#
Xanthopoulos controlling the action here.
Hardy wants to control but Xanthopoulos is keeping busy.
Xanthopoulos sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hardy is doing well to control the position and prevent Xanthopoulos from advancing to side control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Xanthopoulos closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hardy's guard.
Hardy wants to improve his position but instead Xanthopoulos has moved into half guard. #SUB#
Hardy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Xanthopoulos pulls his head out easily.
Xanthopoulos looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hardy is trying to control but Xanthopoulos passes into side control!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chrysanthos Xanthopoulos dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD#
Hardy closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Xanthopoulos to the mat! Xanthopoulos manages to get full guard.
Xanthopoulos managing to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Xanthopoulos swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hardy postures up. #T1#
Xanthopoulos has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hardy wants to control from the top but Xanthopoulos keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hardy takes a swing at Xanthopoulos's ribcage but misses.
Xanthopoulos changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Hardy throws an overhand right that lands on Xanthopoulos's shoulder, as Xanthopoulos tries to avoid the shot.
Xanthopoulos is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD2#
Xanthopoulos scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
My spies in Steel Penn Training Den inform me that Xanthopoulos has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hardy is trying to control Xanthopoulos's posture but Xanthopoulos avoids it.
Hardy sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T2#
Xanthopoulos content to control rather than advance.
Hardy wants to get back to full guard.
Hardy preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Hardy tries to get to full guard but Xanthopoulos has control of the leg. #SUB#
Hardy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Xanthopoulos pulls his head out easily.
Chrysanthos Xanthopoulos has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hardy trying to hold on to Xanthopoulos's head to control him but Xanthopoulos postures up. #T3#
Hardy gets full guard.
Hardy looking to control but Xanthopoulos passes into half guard.
Hardy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hardy works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hardy looking for a sweep. Not yet Hardy, not yet. #SUB#
Hardy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Xanthopoulos avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T4##SUB#
Hardy looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Xanthopoulos passes into side control.
Xanthopoulos trying to control the action but Hardy is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Chrysanthos Xanthopoulos will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Hardy lands a body shot.
A jab from Hardy does it's job there.
Nice uppercut there from Hardy.
A punch lands to the side of Xanthopoulos 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CUT#It looks like Chrysanthos Xanthopoulos has been cut.
Hardy misses with a wild body shot.
Hardy moves into range and connects with a jab.
Hardy scores with a punch to the head.
Hardy looks to score with a jab to the body but Xanthopoulos is just out of range.#TD2#
Hardy gets caught napping as Xanthopoulos dives in and scores a takedown. Hardy manages to retain guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hardy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Xanthopoulos's guard. #REVR#
Hardy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hardy passes Xanthopoulos's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T1#
Xanthopoulos is looking for a sweep. Hardy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hardy keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Xanthopoulos trying to control here.
Hardy slips a nice elbow through Xanthopoulos's hands, connecting with Xanthopoulos's forehead.
Hardy passes into side control, despite Xanthopoulos's attempt to control the position.
Hardy trying to control the action but Xanthopoulos is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hardy is trying to get an arm triangle but Xanthopoulos is defending well.
Xanthopoulos tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
Xanthopoulos manages to get back to half guard.
Xanthopoulos desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Xanthopoulos wants to improve his position but Hardy is controlling well.
Xanthopoulos keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Xanthopoulos is looking to improve his position.
Xanthopoulos is controlling Hardy's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Xanthopoulos is trying to maintain the position but Hardy is very close to passing his half guard.
Xanthopoulos is controlling Hardy's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T3#
Hardy seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Xanthopoulos is trying to maintain the position but Hardy is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Hardy is looking for a kimura but Xanthopoulos is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hardy to get the leverage.
Nero Hardy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hardy prevents Xanthopoulos from improving his position.
Xanthopoulos holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hardy in particular looking to stall.
Xanthopoulos wants to get back to full guard.
Xanthopoulos is still trying to improve position.
Xanthopoulos moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Xanthopoulos looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Chrysanthos Xanthopoulos is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Hardy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Xanthopoulos is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Xanthopoulos is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Xanthopoulos closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Hardy to the mat! Hardy manages to get full guard. #SUB#
Hardy isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Xanthopoulos stacks Hardy 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 Xanthopoulos!
Hardy tries to get back to half guard but can't.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:29
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: ENIGMA 157
Date: Mar 05, 2023

#R1#
Hardy misses with a takedown attempt
and Calamari counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hardy throws an overhand right that lands on Calamari's shoulder, as Calamari tries to avoid the shot.
Calamari was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Calamari lands with a hook. Hardy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Calamari misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Hardy counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Calamari!
Calamari is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hardy's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Calamari tries to get to full guard but Hardy has control of the leg.
Calamari wants to get back to his feet.
Calamari tries to get to full guard but Hardy has control of the leg.
Still in half guard, Hardy seems content to control.
Calamari wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Calamari gets back to full guard.
Calamari wants to get back to his feet but Hardy is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1#
Calamari pulls Hardy in to control the position.
Calamari looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hardy is one step ahead there.
Calamari is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Calamari looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hardy is one step ahead there.
Calamari is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Hardy felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Hardy is not content to let Calamari control the position.
Calamari working Hardy over with strikes. #T2#
Hardy is doing well to control the position and prevent Calamari from advancing to side control.
Hardy has hold of Calamari's hands but Calamari slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Hardy moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Calamari lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Calamari chips away with some ground and pound.
Hardy seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hardy has momentary wrist control but Calamari slips an elbow through the middle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Calamari is working Hardy over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Calamari content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Calamari preventing the sweep.
Calamari working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Hardy's head.
Hardy trying to keep a closed guard but Calamari is proving a slippery customer.
Calamari works over Hardy with some ground and pound from guard.#T3#
Hardy controlling Calamari's posture.
Calamari content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hardy is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Calamari with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Calamari makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Calamari wants to control from the top but Hardy keeps moving.
Calamari connects with a couple of short punches.
Calamari loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Hardy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Calamari can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Calamari lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Hardy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T4#
Calamari wants to control from the top but Hardy keeps moving.
Calamari landing some decent shots from guard.
Calamari landing some decent shots from guard.
Calamari postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Calamari landing some decent shots from guard.
Hardy has momentary wrist control but Calamari slips an elbow through the middle.
Calamari pushes down on Hardy's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hardy has hold of Calamari's hands but Calamari slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Calamari looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hardy with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Calamari working the head and body with strikes.
Calamari scoring with strikes to the body and head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Valdo Calamari dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Calamari misses with an uppercut.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Calamari, as that shot connected.
Calamari connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Calamari sizes up Hardy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Calamari scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Calamari throws a big shot that misses.
Calamari seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Hardy cracks Calamari with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Calamari throws a jab but it's blocked by Hardy.
And Hardy tries to counter it with a takedown but Calamari pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Calamari throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hardy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hardy throws a combination. Calamari tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Calamari throws the left hand but Hardy avoids the punch easily.
Calamari lands with an uppercut that bounces Hardy off the cage and back into range.
Hardy darts in looking for a takedown but Calamari gets double underhooks and turns Hardy into the cage.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hardy is defended easily by Calamari.
Calamari moves out of range of the strikes.
Calamari cracks Hardy with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
Decent striking displayed by Calamari there.
Hardy goes for a double leg but Calamari avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Calamari continues to drive forward.
Calamari throwing a counter right hand but Hardy manages to avoid it.
Valdo Calamari has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.
Calamari misses with a straight right.
Hardy moves away from the strike by Calamari.
Hardy on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Calamari throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hardy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Valdo Calamari is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hardy scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Hardy shoots in looking for a takedown but Calamari manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hardy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Calamari is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hardy can do to turn this around?
Hardy closes the distance and clinches up with Calamari, looking for a takedown. Hardy pushes Calamari against the cage but Calamari circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Hardy slips under a jab from Calamari.
A punch lands to the side of Hardy 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Hardy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Calamari throws out the jab.
Calamari throws an overhand right that lands on Hardy's shoulder, as Hardy tries to avoid the shot.
Calamari looks to land a right hand but Hardy moved out of range.
Hardy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hardy throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Calamari swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #CL2#
and Hardy counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hardy blocking some punches.
Calamari misses with some punches.
Calamari misses with some punches.
Nice body punch from Calamari - that landed with a thud.
Calamari has a couple of punches blocked by Hardy.
Calamari will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Hardy up against the cage.
Calamari swings wildly with an uppercut but Hardy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hardy blocking some punches.
Calamari lands a shoulder strike.
Calamari misses with the head strike. #T3##BC#
Calamari escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hardy has a takedown stuffed.
Hardy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Calamari misses with a few strikes there.
Hardy slips a straight right by Calamari.
Calamari connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hardy momentarily.
Calamari throws a hook but Hardy avoids it easily.
Hardy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Calamari.
A big left from Calamari misses.
Hardy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hardy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Calamari.
Hardy misses with a takedown
letting Calamari counter with a right hand. #T4#
Hardy has his takedown stuffed
and Hardy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hardy misses with a lunging right hand
and Calamari counters with a nice uppercut.
Calamari moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hardy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Calamari sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hardy somewhat.
Calamari was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hardy doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Calamari counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hardy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Hardy looks to throw the jab but Calamari is out of range. #TD2#
Hardy decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Calamari trying to control here.
Hardy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Calamari keeps working.
The fighters are battling for position here. Calamari manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Valdo Calamari dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Hardy throws out a powerful jab.#CL2#
Hardy has managed to clinch.
Calamari misses with a short punch on the inside.
Calamari tries to work over Hardy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Calamari working hard to break the clinch.
Calamari tries to work over Hardy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Calamari lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Calamari working aggressively here.
Calamari stalls.
Calamari tries a body shot but Hardy blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Calamari.
A head punch on the inside from Calamari fails to land.
Hardy blocks a body shot from Calamari. #T1#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Calamari wants to break the clinch but can't.
Calamari digs a right hand into Hardy's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Hardy's gas tank.
Calamari throws a head punch that misses.
Calamari has a couple of punches blocked by Hardy.
Calamari tries to work over Hardy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Calamari digs a right hand underneath Hardy's ribcage. Hardy let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Calamari can't find room to land a body shot as Hardy controls the action.
Calamari working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Calamari lands a hook to the side of the head.
Calamari has Hardy pushed against the cage.
Calamari lands a right hand.
Hardy prevents a body shot from Calamari. #T2#
Calamari is trying to stall.
Hardy is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Calamari pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Calamari prevents a takedown attempt there.
Calamari lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Calamari has a couple of punches blocked by Hardy.
Calamari stalling in the clinch but Hardy improves position.
Hardy is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Calamari is defending well.
Valdo Calamari has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Calamari.#BC#
Calamari manages to break the clinch.
Hardy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Calamari scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Nice shot lands for Calamari.
Hardy walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Hardy misses with a takedown attempt
and Calamari counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Calamari lands with a cross.
Nero Hardy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hardy goes for a double leg but Calamari avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Calamari continues to drive forward.
Hardy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hardy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Hardy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Calamari lands with a straight right. Hardy didn't see that one coming.
Valdo Calamari is winning the standup battle so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Calamari will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Calamari fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Hardy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Hardy takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#T4#
Calamari throws a hook but Hardy blocks it.
Calamari throws a hook but Hardy avoids it easily.#CL2#
Hardy moves into the clinch successfully.
Calamari is pressed up against the cage. Hardy has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Calamari down to the mat. Calamari avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Hardy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hardy looks to score with a jab to the body but Calamari is just out of range.
Calamari lands with a straight right. Hardy didn't see that one coming.
Hardy misses with a body shot
and Calamari counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Calamari lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Calamari lands a head shot.
Calamari throws a jab but it's blocked by Hardy.
Hardy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hardy misses with a wild body shot.
Calamari misses with an uppercut
and Hardy counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Calamari lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Hardy lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Hardy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Calamari moves away.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: ENIGMA 152
Date: Feb 12, 2023

#R1#
Decent striking displayed by McCarthy there.
Hardy moves out of range of the strikes.
McCarthy takes a swing at Hardy's ribcage but misses.
Hardy misses with a right hand
and McCarthy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
McCarthy connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
McCarthy scores with a hook to the body. Hardy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McCarthy connects with a crisp jab.
Hardy slips under a jab.
McCarthy looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardy is just out of range.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that McCarthy 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.
No joy there for McCarthy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hardy misses with a wild body shot.
McCarthy misses with an uppercut.
Hardy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nero Hardy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hardy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCarthy.
McCarthy throws a poor cross that misses
and Hardy counters with a straight right hand.
Hardy looks to land a left hand but McCarthy moved out of range nicely.
McCarthy cracks Hardy with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CL#
Hardy drives through and clinches with McCarthy against the cage.
Hardy blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T1#
McCarthy stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Hardy drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC2#
McCarthy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A swing and a miss from McCarthy.
McCarthy blocks a jab.
Hardy throws a right hand that misses
and McCarthy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Hardy throws a hook but McCarthy avoids it easily.
McCarthy looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardy is just out of range.
McCarthy tests Hardy's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL#
Hardy rushes McCarthy and presses him up against the cage.
McCarthy tries to circle away but Hardy has him pinned against the cage.
McCarthy has Hardy pressed against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on McCarthy - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
McCarthy receives a warning from the referee for stalling.
McCarthy scores with a nice hook to the head.
McCarthy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hardy letting McCarthy take a breather here.#T3#
Hardy is working McCarthy over against the cage.
McCarthy tries a body shot but Hardy blocks it.
McCarthy is stalling here.
McCarthy has Hardy pressed against the cage.
McCarthy is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Cormac McCarthy.
Hardy throws a poor cross that misses
and McCarthy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD2#
McCarthy shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than McCarthy was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
McCarthy lands an elbow.
McCarthy laying and praying for a moment but Hardy takes advantage and regains half guard. #T4#
McCarthy is taking a breather. Hardy says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
Hardy has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, McCarthy escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by McCarthy!
McCarthy staying calm.
McCarthy's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McCarthy working away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cormac McCarthy dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A swing and a miss from McCarthy.
Nice defenses there by Hardy.
Hardy gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McCarthy.
Hardy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McCarthy pinned against the cage. McCarthy gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Hardy listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#TD#
Hardy closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hardy lands in his opponent's guard.
Hardy 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy looking to control. #T1#
Hardy trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but McCarthy manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
McCarthy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Hardy's head.
Hardy is trying to hold McCarthy in close to prevent damage but McCarthy has managed to pass into half guard.
McCarthy is thwarting Hardy's attempts to control the position.
McCarthy is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Hardy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
McCarthy passes into side control, despite Hardy's attempt to control the position.
You can see the frustration on Hardy's face as McCarthy controls the position.
Cormac McCarthy has got the better of the ground game so far.
McCarthy gets to mount! Hardy was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Hardy is working to get back to half guard.
McCarthy looking to control but Hardy is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hardy is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hardy slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T3#
McCarthy wants to take a breather but Hardy is having none of it.
McCarthy wants to pass the guard but Hardy is defending well. #SUB#
Hardy is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! McCarthy is tapping! Great win for Hardy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Nero Hardy!
Nero Hardy really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: ENIGMA SUB WRESTLING 7
Date: Dec 31, 2022

180 cm
25 yrs
174 lbs

180 cm
29 yrs
177 lbs

Hardy

Mondragon

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Nero Hardy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 32 losses; Esteban Mondragon!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Dillan Fox and Alec Ball.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Hardy gets a clinch. #TD2#
Mondragon has picked Hardy up - he's going for a ride! Mondragon dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hardy (0) vs (2) Mondragon
Hardy moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Hardy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mondragon is aware though and is defending well.
Hardy controls Mondragon momentarily but Mondragon frees himself.
Hardy trying to control the position here.
Mondragon trying to control the position from guard on top but Hardy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy looking for a sweep. Not yet Hardy, not yet. #T1#
Hardy working a defensive guard but Mondragon passes into half guard.
Hardy is looking to improve his position.
Hardy is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Hardy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Mondragon is thwarting Hardy's attempts to control the position.
Mondragon not doing much here.
Hardy is looking to improve his position.
Mondragon controlling the action here. #T2#
Mondragon trying to mount his opponent but Hardy defends it. #SUB#
Hardy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mondragon trying to mount his opponent but Hardy defends it.
Mondragon with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hardy is looking to control Mondragon's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hardy avoid being mounted?#T3#
Hardy is refusing to be controlled, as Mondragon sits in half guard.
Hardy is trying to control but can't.
Mondragon works his way into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hardy (0) vs (5) Mondragon
Hardy is being controlled here.
Mondragon has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at London MMA Club. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Hardy struggling a bit here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Mondragon is looking to take a break and control but Hardy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
Hardy looks to move to half guard but instead Mondragon has passed into mount! Damn!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Hardy (0) vs (7) Mondragon
Mondragon trying to control but Hardy is having none of it.
Hardy prevents Mondragon from taking his back.
Mondragon trying to control but Hardy is having none of it.
Hardy tries to hold on but Mondragon postures up.#T5#
Mondragon looking to control and managing it successfully.
Let's hope that Mondragon 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.
Mondragon wants to take Hardy's back here but Hardy is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Hardy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hardy tries to lock up and control but Mondragon gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Mondragon looking to control and managing it successfully. #T6#
Hardy is squirming around, avoiding Mondragon's attempts to control the action.
Hardy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hardy sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Mondragon is pressing down on Hardy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hardy is holding on for now.
Hardy tries to roll over but Mondragon keeps him under control.#T7#
Hardy is holding on to half guard well.
Mondragon sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hardy wants to control but Mondragon is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hardy is looking to get back to full guard here but Mondragon has managed to pass to side control instead.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hardy (0) vs (10) Mondragon
Hardy is trying to get back to half guard.
Hardy tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Mondragon presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Hardy (0) vs (12) Mondragon#T8#
Hardy wants to hold on but Mondragon pushes him away.
Mondragon trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hardy tries to reverse the position but Mondragon maintains control.
Mondragon controlling from mount.
Mondragon trying to control but Hardy is having none of it.
Hardy is trying to escape the mount. #T9#
Mondragon tries to control but Hardy wriggling away.
Mondragon controlling from the full mount.
Mondragon wants to control the pace but Hardy is squirming around nicely.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hardy is looking to improve his position but Mondragon isn't that keen on the idea.
Hardy wants to control but Mondragon is having none of it.#T10#
Mondragon trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Mondragon pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Hardy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mondragon tries to control but Hardy wriggling away.
Hardy tries to lock up and control but Mondragon gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T11#
Hardy is looking to improve his position but Mondragon isn't that keen on the idea.
Mondragon looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hardy wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hardy (0) vs (15) Mondragon
Hardy trying to control the hands but Mondragon breaks the grip.
Hardy is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Mondragon really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Hardy.
Mondragon trying to control.
Mondragon really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Hardy.#T12#
A lull in the action here.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Mondragon struggling to keep hold of the position.
Hardy looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Mondragon tries to keep control of the position but Hardy is staying busy.#T13##SUB2#
Mondragon is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Mondragon is hanging on to Hardy's back as he tries to escape. #SUB2#
Mondragon working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Mondragon controlling well, preventing Hardy from escaping the position.
Hardy trying to control the hands but Mondragon won't let him. #T14##SUB2#
Mondragon looking for the choke from the back.
Hardy is trying to break free.
Mondragon trying to control.
Mondragon is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mondragon trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Mondragon avoiding Hardy 's attempts to control his hands.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mondragon wins on points by 15 to 0.
A very excited looking Esteban Mondragon 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: ENIGMA 141
Date: Dec 18, 2022

#R1##CL#
Hardy pushes Rauta up against the cage in a clinch.
Rauta is defending well against a takedown attempt.
A shot in the inside from Rauta.
Rauta lands with a short shot to the head.
Rauta misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hardy has Rauta pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Rauta manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rauta.
Rauta has a couple of punches blocked by Hardy.
Hardy tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Rauta just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nero Hardy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rauta has a couple of punches blocked by Hardy.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rauta.
Rauta scores with a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rauta is pressed up against the cage. Hardy has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Rauta down to the mat. Rauta avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD2#
Rauta closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hardy's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Hardy is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Rauta frees his head nicely. Oh but Hardy has switched to an armbar! Rauta is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Nero Hardy!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Nero Hardy waved his t-shirt featuring Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q)'s logo in front of the cameras.

Event: ENIGMA 136
Date: Nov 20, 2022

#R1#
Redman jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nice shot lands for Hardy.
Redman lunges at Hardy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hardy's hand.
Good standup being displayed there by Hardy as he connects with a hook.
Hardy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CL#
Hardy takes the fight into the clinch.
Redman is trying to break the clinch but Hardy is controlling him.
Redman gets underhooks to prevent Hardy's takedown attempt. #TD#
Hardy has hold of one of Redman's legs. Redman is fighting the takedown attempt but Hardy gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hardy wants to control from the top but Redman keeps moving.
Hardy looking to pass the guard.
Hardy is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T1#
Hardy wants to control from the top but Redman keeps moving.
Hardy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Redman's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Redman wants to stand and escape but Hardy is having none of it. #SUB2#
Redman is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hardy is aware though and is defending well.
Hardy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hardy trying to control but Redman is working from the bottom.
Hardy controlling from the top position.
Redman wants to stand and escape but Hardy is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Redman misses with a looping right.
Redman scores with a three punch combo!
Redman has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#TD#
Hardy shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Redman tries to kick Hardy off but Hardy keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Hardy wants to work for an arm triangle but Redman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Redman is trying to maintain the position but Hardy is very close to passing his half guard.
Redman is not content to let Hardy control the position.#T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hardy passes to side control.
Redman is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hardy moves into full mount!
Hardy fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Redman can't escape the position.
Hardy scores with a couple of good head shots there. #T4#
Redman is bucking up trying to escape but Hardy cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Hardy is landing with some decent strikes but Redman is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Hardy controlling the pace for now.
Hardy working the ground and pound effectively.
Hardy punishing his opponent with strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hardy takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Redman tries to improve his position but instead Hardy has taken his back!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##CL#
Hardy drives through and clinches with Redman against the cage.
Redman misses with the head strike.
Redman trying to stall but Hardy improves his position. #BC2#
Redman breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Redman on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Redman swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Hardy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Redman.
Hardy tries to clinch there but Redman circles away.
Redman throws a series of punches but Hardy avoids them all with ease.
Hardy tries to counter with a takedown but Redman is quick to defend against it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Redman. Hardy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Redman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy lands with a shot to the body.
Redman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Redman misses the target.
Hardy appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Redman throws the left hand but Hardy avoids the punch easily.
Redman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Redman bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Hardy's head backwards.#T1#
Redman misses with a jab to the body
and Hardy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD#
Hardy decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Redman scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Hardy manages to mount him! #SUB#
Hardy jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Redman is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Redman and Hardy has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Redman is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Hardy tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hardy has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Hardy wants to control but Redman is keeping him busy. #T2#
Redman taking a bit of punishment here - Hardy scoring with strikes.
Hardy works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Redman really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hardy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Redman tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Redman really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hardy lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Hardy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Hardy controlling his opponent.
Redman tries to hold on but Hardy postures up.#T3#
Redman takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Hardy is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Redman to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Redman shrugs it off.
Hardy controlling the pace for now.
Hardy has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hardy lands a heavy elbow.
Hardy tries to control but Redman wriggling away.
Redman is in all sorts of trouble here. #T4#
Redman wants to control but Hardy is having none of it.#SUB#
Hardy looking for a guillotine from mount but Redman is having none of it.
Redman is looking to improve his position but Hardy isn't that keen on the idea.
The referee warns Redman that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Hardy prevents Redman from getting the reversal.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Hardy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Redman is fending him off so far but Hardy persists. Nope, Redman circles away and we're back to standing.
Hardy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Redman.
Hardy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Redman moves away.
Hardy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Redman scores with a sloppy right hand. Hardy should have avoided that one.
Hardy swings away with a body shot that misses
and Redman counters with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Hardy looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Redman!
Hardy trying to control the action but Redman is working from the bottom.
Redman on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Redman tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hardy wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Redman looking for a sweep but Hardy has passed into full mount! Oh no!#T1#
Hardy controlling from mount.
Hardy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Redman can do to turn this around?
Hardy can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Redman is looking to escape.
Redman tries to hold on but Hardy postures up.
Redman tries to control the position but Hardy now has his back. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Hardy lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
Redman wants to get back to his feet.
Hardy seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Hardy lands strikes to the head. #SUB#
Redman fending off the submission attempt from Hardy.
Can Redman hold on?! Hardy is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hardy's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Redman tries to escape but Hardy has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T3#
Hardy has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Redman's body.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hardy keeps control of the position as Redman tries to break free.
Hardy has Redman flattened out and is raining down punches. #SUB#
Hardy is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Redman defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Hardy has the hooks in. Redman is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T4#
Redman wants to get back to his feet.
Hardy lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Hardy. #SUB#
Hardy working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Hardy is not going to allow Redman to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Hardy is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Redman taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Hardy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Nero Hardy!
Nero Hardy really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: Bellicose 148
Date: Oct 09, 2022

#R1#
Quessy slips a jab from Hardy.
Quessy slips under a jab.
A countering left hand to the body from Quessy misses.
A shot to the liver by Quessy. Beautiful body shot.
Hardy throws a right hand that misses
and Quessy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hardy scores with a punch to the head.
Hardy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hardy misses with a hook. Quessy ducked under it nicely.
Quessy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hardy finds it's way round the side to connect with Quessy's head.
Hardy is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Quessy manages to avoid it.
Hardy throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Quessy counters with a straight right hand.
Quessy scores with a hook to the body. Hardy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A swing and a miss from Quessy.
Hardy throws an overhand right that lands on Quessy's shoulder, as Quessy tries to avoid the shot.
Nero Hardy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Hardy shoots in and drives through. Quessy sprawls well.
Hardy tries to clinch but Quessy moves out of range.
Quessy throws out a counter right but Hardy avoids it with no problem.
Hardy shoots in for a takedown but Quessy shows good takedown defense.
Quessy throws a shot to the body.
Hardy shoots in but no luck this time.
A countering left hand to the body from Quessy misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nero Hardy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hardy lands a really nice looking cross but Quessy seems unphased.
Quessy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Quessy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Quessy just misses with a punch to the body.
Hardy missing with a left hand there. Quessy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hardy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Quessy.
Jab from Hardy.
Quessy misses with a hook. Hardy ducked under it nicely.
Quessy throws a good cross that connects.
Quessy misses with an uppercut. Hardy saw that one coming.
Hardy appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T2#
Hardy scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Hardy lands with an overhand left.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Quessy misses with a hook. Hardy ducked under it nicely.
Quessy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Quessy keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Hardy lands with a shot to the body.
Hardy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Quessys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nice defenses there by Hardy.
Hardy dives in for a single leg takedown but Quessy sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Quessy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Quessy.
Quessy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Quessy blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Hardy softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Hardy makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Quessy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hardy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Quessy's elbow.
Hardy gets through Quessy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#CUT#It looks like Thomas Quessy has been cut.
Quessy scores with a shoulder strike.
Hardy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hardy tries to work over Quessy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Quessy lands with a light punch inside.
Quessy throws a punch but it's blocked by Hardy. #TD2#
Quessy drags the fight down to the ground.
Hardy is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB2#
Quessy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Quessy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Quessy wants to pass the guard but Hardy is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SUB#
Hardy working for a triangle but Quessy defends it easily.
Quessy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
My spies in Glory 4 Boxing inform me that Quessy has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hardy keeping moving, preventing Quessy from controlling successfully.
Hardy is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hardy not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Hardy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Quessy defends well.
Hardy utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Thomas Quessy will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Thomas Quessy's cut.
That's time! Hardy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Hardy changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Quessy scores with a shot to the body. #TD#
Hardy closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Quessy quickly recovers to half guard.
Hardy is thwarting Quessy's attempts to control the position.
Hardy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Quessy defending well though. #SUB2#
Quessy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hardy takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy working over Quessy with some ground and pound. Quessy looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Hardy scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Hardy sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1#
Hardy looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Quessy with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Quessy wants to improve his position but Hardy is controlling well.
Quessy works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hardy looking to sit in guard and control but Quessy gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Quessy content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Quessy working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Hardy is looking for a triangle but Quessy pushes his legs off easily.
Quessy postures up in Hardy's guard and throws a big left but Hardy blocks it. #T2#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Quessy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Quessy 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. #SUB#
Hardy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Quessy defends well.
Quessy looking to pass the guard.
Hardy wants to sweep here but Quessy controlling him for the moment.
Hardy utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Quessy stands and throws Hardy's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Hardy manages to work his way to half guard, despite Quessy's best efforts.
Hardy wants to control but Quessy is keeping busy.
Nero Hardy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Hardy moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Quessy tries to free his leg and advance position but Hardy is retaining full guard.
Quessy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Quessy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Hardy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Quessy defends it easily.
Quessy is looking to work some ground and pound but Hardy has wrist control.
Quessy wants to pass the guard but Hardy is keeping the position.
Hardy seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Hardy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Quessy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Quessy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Quessy advances position into side control!#T4#
Hardy tries to bench press Quessy off him but Quessy keeps the position.
Quessy working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
The ground and pound from Quessy seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Quessy cracks Hardy with a big right hand but Hardy just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Hardy can't do much from the bottom here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hardy gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Hardy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Thomas Quessy will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Thomas Quessy's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Hardy misses with a looping right.
Hardy staying out of range there.
Hardy moves in looking to clinch but Quessy pushes him off.
Quessy lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Hardy misses with a hook.
Quessy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hardy. Quessy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hardy tries to clinch there but Quessy circles away.
Hardy throws an off balance right hand
and Quessy counters with a straight right hand.
Hardy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Quessy counters with a series of strikes. Hardy will be more careful next time no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Quessy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hardy lands a jab.
Quessy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Hardy scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Quessy doesn't seem bothered though. #T1#
A swing and a miss from Quessy.#TD#
Hardy scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Quessy is looking for a sweep.
Quessy sneaks back into half guard.
Quessy tries to roll over but Hardy keeps him under control.
Hardy is just content to waste time from the top position. Quessy takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Hardy scoring with some ground and pound. #T2#
Quessy avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hardy lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Quessy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hardy defends well.
Hardy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Quessy 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.#SUB2#
Quessy has his foot on Hardy's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hardy works his way back into a safe position though.
Hardy stopping the sweep attempt from Quessy.
Hardy connects with a couple of short punches.
Hardy showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3#
Hardy scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Hardy got a little sloppy there for a moment and Quessy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hardy has managed to get both his arms back between Quessy's legs - danger averted.
Hardy is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hardy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Quessy looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hardy has picked Quessy up and slammed him! Quessy can't keep hold of the triangle and Hardy manages to pass to side control!
Nero Hardy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Quessy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hardy scores with a couple of short elbows.
Hardy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Quessy keeps working.
Quessy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hardy wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Thomas Quessy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Bellicose 141
Date: Sep 11, 2022

#R1#
Summers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Summers definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hardy. Summers does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2#
Hardy clinches with his opponent.
Summers fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Summers.
Hardy has a couple of punches blocked by Summers.
Hardy makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Hardy lands a body punch in the clinch.
Hardy misses with a punch on the inside.
Hardy lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hardy blocks an uppercut.
Summers throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hardys head.
Hardy lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Summers or not. #BC#
Summers breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Summers looks to land a right hand but Hardy moved out of range.
Hardy slips a straight right by Summers.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Hardy 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Summers slips a jab from Hardy.
Hardy tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Summers connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A telegraphed right hand from Hardy misses the target.
A little feinted left hand from Summers on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1##TD2#
Hardy closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Summers to the mat! Summers manages to get full guard.
Hardy stands and throws Summers's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Summers taking punishment in the form of punches.
Hardy misses with the ground and pound.
Summers takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Summers avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Hardy.
Summers avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Hardy.
Summers defending against the ground and pound. #T2#
An elbow from Hardy crashes against the mat.
Hardy trying to control the position but Summers is working away.
Hardy taking a breather here.
Summers is looking for a sweep.
Hardy is putting a hurting on Summers here, landing some big shots from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Summers is looking to reverse the position.#T3#
Summers takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#SUB2#
Hardy wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Summers, who protects the arm well.
Hardy throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Hardy grinds an elbow into Summers's temple.
The strikes coming from Hardy are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Summers avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Hardy.
The referee asks Hardy politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hardy prefers to stall for the moment though.
Summers managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Hardy. #T4#
Hardy cracks Summers with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Hardy lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hardy happy to just control the position for now.
Hardy working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Hardy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hardy trying to control the action but Summers is working from the bottom.
Hardy throws a strike aimed at the side of Summers's head but Summers avoids it well.
Hardy lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Summers throws a body punch but Hardy moves out of range.
Summers throws the left hand but Hardy avoids the punch easily.
Summers takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A jab from Hardy finds it's way through Summers's defenses.
Hardy moves in looking to clinch but Summers pushes him off.
Summers just misses with a punch to the body.
Hardy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Summers.
Summers throws a hook to the side of Hardy's head but Hardy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hardy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Hardy shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Summers manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Hardy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Summers preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Summers knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hardy on the ground.
Hardy throws a big right hand that misses.
Hardy with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Hardy throwing strikes but missing.
Summers utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hardy slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Hardy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Summers is keeping the position for now.
Summers wants to sweep but no luck.
Hardy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Summers working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hardy. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hardy cracks Summers with a solid left hand.
Summers can't keep his opponent in guard - Hardy advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Hardy connects with a nice short shot to Summers's temple.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hardy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Summers defending well though.
Hardy throwing shots but Summers is blocking nicely.
Hardy trying to control from half guard but Summers is working away.
Hardy thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Summers's head. #T3#
Hardy thows a huge punch but Summers dodges it nicely.
Summers keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Nero Hardy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hardy passes to full mount!
Hardy controlling the pace for now.
Summers is looking to improve his position but Hardy isn't that keen on the idea.
Hardy content just to control the position here.
Hardy scores with a couple of good head shots there. #T4#
Hardy raining down shots from the mount!
Hardy controlling from mount.
Hardy lands with some strikes.
Hardy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hardy pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#ROC2#Summers is rocked!
Summers is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Oh Summers is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hardy lands with some strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hardy postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Summers bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Hardy and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nero Hardy!
Nero Hardy very nearly forgot to thank Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q) 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: Bellicose 131
Date: Aug 13, 2022

#R1#
Romero misses with a straight left.
Hardy misses with a straight left.
Hardy throws a hook but Romero avoids it easily.
Romero misses with a looping left.
Romero misses with a straight right.
Romero slips a straight right by Hardy.
Nice jab there from Romero .
Romero scores with the left hand. Hardy knows he should have avoided that one.
Hardy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Romero .
Hardy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Romero .
A jab from Romero finds it's way through Hardy's defenses.
Hardy defending well as Romero loads up on a big left hand.
Hardy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Romero .
Romero blocks a jab.
Romero throws a lazy right hand but Hardy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hardy takes one to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Romero fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Hardy needs to keep his hands up - Romero had a free shot at his head there.
Hardy slips a jab from Romero .#CL#
Hardy gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hardy.
Hardy has a couple of punches blocked by Romero . #T1#
Romero gets through Hardy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Hardy misses with some punches.
Hardy is working Romero over against the cage.
Romero blocking some punches.
Hardy blocking some punches.
Hardy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hardy lands a hook that snaps the head of Romero backwards.
Hardy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hardy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hardy working aggressively here.
Hardy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hardy lands with a light punch inside.
Romero misses with the head strike.
Hardy tries a body shot but Romero blocks it.
Hardy throws a punch but it's blocked by Romero . #T2#
Hardy can't find room to land a body shot as Romero controls the action.
Hardy misses with a body punch.
Hardy lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've been hearing reports that Hardy has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Romero lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hardy backwards. #BC2#
Romero breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Romero gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hardy.#CUT#It looks like Rock Romero has been cut.
Hardy gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hardy looks to land a left hand but Romero moved out of range nicely.
Romero has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A telegraphed right hand from Hardy misses the target.
Rock Romero is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hardy is looking to clinch but Romero is avoiding it.
Romero swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Romero loads up on a big right hand but Hardy slips the punch.
Romero darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nice jab there from Romero .
Hardy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Romero steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hardy.
Romero connects with the punch.
Romero missing with a left hand there. Hardy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Romero might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Jab by Hardy.
Romero thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Romero throws a lazy right hand but Hardy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Romero moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hardy uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Romero has time to react.
Hardy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#ROC2#Hardy is rocked!
Hardy tries to move into range but Romero moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Oh Hardy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hardy throws a jab but it's blocked by Romero .
Hardy lands with a good body shot.
Romero swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Hardy seems to have got his legs back now.
Hardy tries to clinch up.
Romero looks to land a right hand but Hardy moved out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Romero there.#KD2#
Romero cracks Hardy with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Romero has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Hardy to stand back up!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Romero avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Romero closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Hardy! Romero dives in looking to finish! Hardy is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rock Romero !
Rock Romero seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Bellicose 122
Date: Jul 17, 2022

#R1#
Sojka takes one to the chin there.#CUT#It looks like Albert Sojka has been cut.
Hardy moves away from the strike by Sojka.
Sojka works over Hardy's head and body with a nice combination.#CUT2#It looks like Nero Hardy has been cut.
Hardy on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Sojka falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Hardy counters by moving into the clinch.
A short left from Sojka.
We've been hearing reports that Hardy has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Hardy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hardy pushes Sojka back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Sojka's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hardy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sojka slips a straight right by Hardy.
Sojka looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sojka misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sojka misses with a wild body shot.
Sojka misses with the combination. #KD#
Hardy catches Sojka napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Sojka to the canvas! #ROC#Sojka is rocked!
Hardy postures up and lands a big shot to Sojka's brow.
Sojka is still in real trouble! Can Hardy finish him?
Hardy controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hardy is standing up over Sojka. Sojka looks to escape but Hardy dives into side control.
Sojka seems to have recovered his senses.#T1#
Hardy is putting a hurting on Sojka here, landing some big shots from side control.
Sojka is trying to buck Hardy off.
Hardy is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Sojka will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Hardy seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Sojka for as long as he can get away with.
Sojka told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Sojka taking punishment in the form of punches.
Hardy slows the pace down.
Hardy working the ground and pound. #T2#
Hardy working the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hardy slows the pace down.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sojka is not content to let Hardy control the position.
Hardy scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Sojka to see if he's OK.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sojka can do anything to dispel that myth.
Sojka tries to escape but Hardy is in control.
The referee asks Hardy politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hardy prefers to stall for the moment though.
Hardy lands an elbow. #T3#
Hardy is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Sojka's shoulder. That is not cool.
Sojka tries to escape but Hardy is in control.
Hardy controls the position.
Hardy scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Sojka to see if he's OK.
Hardy scores with punches from side control.
Hardy staying calm.
Sojka really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hardy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hardy landing a few strikes. #T4#
Sojka is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Hardy asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Hardy scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Sojka to see if he's OK.
You can see the frustration on Sojka's face as Hardy controls the position.
Sojka is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Sojka is working to avoid the ground and pound but Hardy connects with a decent elbow.
Hardy in side control lands a decent elbow.
Sojka is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Hardy has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Sojka takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Hardy working the head with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Sojka tries to get into range but Hardy steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Sojka! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Hardy scores the big KO victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nero Hardy!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Nero Hardy waved his t-shirt featuring Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q)'s logo in front of the cameras.

Event: Bellicose 110 - Prospects 7
Date: Jun 15, 2022

#R1#
A slow jab from Hardy misses its intended target.
Nice uppercut lands for Hardy. That snapped Chukwudu's head back.
Chukwudu throws out a powerful jab.
Hardy misses with a hook. Chukwudu ducked under it nicely.
Hardy throws a hook to the side of Chukwudu's head but Chukwudu sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
As Hardy backs off Chukwudu throws a huge counter combo but Hardy manages to avoid it all.
Hardy has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Hardy checks a leg kick. #TD#
Hardy shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Hardy was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chukwudu is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Hardy is controlling him well.
Hardy is looking to take a break and control but Chukwudu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hardy misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Hardy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Hardy looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Chukwudu is avoiding damage well. #T1#
Hardy throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Hardy wants to control but Chukwudu is keeping him busy.
Hardy controls the position.
Chukwudu takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Hardy fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Hardy just content to control the position.
Hardy laying and praying for a moment but Chukwudu takes advantage and regains half guard. #SUB#
Hardy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Chukwudu is just riding it out for now. Hardy eventually gives up the hold. #T2#
Hardy trying to control from Chukwudu's half guard. Chukwudu has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Chukwudu wants to get back to his feet but Hardy passes into half guard.
Hardy is looking to advance position but Chukwudu won't allow it.
Chukwudu is looking to escape.#T3#
Hardy is trying to control the action in half guard but Chukwudu is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hardy trying to advance position but Chukwudu counters by regaining guard.
Chukwudu has Hardy pulled in close to control his posture.
Hardy postures up in Chukwudu's guard and throws a big left but Chukwudu blocks it.
Hardy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Chukwudu's head.
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Chukwudu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hardy tries to free his leg and advance position but Chukwudu is retaining full guard.
Chukwudu 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.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Hardy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hardy wants to control from the top but Chukwudu keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Chukwudu pivots, looking for a leg kick but Hardy is out of range and Chukwudu settles back down.
Chukwudu looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Chukwudu throws a right and a left that Hardy avoids nicely.
Chukwudu blocks a jab.
Chukwudu was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hardy. Chukwudu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hardy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hardy scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A lazy left from Chukwudu finds it's target.
Hardy scores with a jab to the jaw.
Hardy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Chukwudu swivels and escapes.
Chukwudu misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Chukwudu fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Hardy on the side of the head.
Hardy moves in looking to clinch but Chukwudu pushes him off.
Chukwudu takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CUT#It looks like Happy Chukwudu has been cut.
Hardy lands a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Happy Chukwudu's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Chukwudu fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hardy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Chukwudu ducks under a wild hook from Hardy.
Chukwudu attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Hardy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Hardy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Chukwudu slips a jab from Hardy.
Chukwudu throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Happy Chukwudu seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hardy misses with an uppercut. Chukwudu saw that one coming.
Chukwudu misses with a combination
and Hardy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hardy is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Nice shot by Chukwudu.
Chukwudu defending well as Hardy loads up on a big left hand.
Hardy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy misses with a body shot.
Hardy lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Chukwudu at a distance.
Chukwudu tries a head kick but it misses.
Happy Chukwudu is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Hardy gets a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hardy lands a nice shot to the body.
Hardy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Chukwudu can do to turn this around?#T1#
Hardy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hardy working aggressively here. #BC2#
Chukwudu breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Chukwudu throws a leg kick
enabling Hardy to counter with a crisp jab.
Hardy fails in his attempt to clinch.
Chukwudu on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Hardy misses with a takedown
and Chukwudu counters with a two punch combo.
Hardy tries to close the distance and clinch but Chukwudu swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hardy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chukwudu.
Hardy closes this distance looking for a takedown but Chukwudu circles away.
A jab from Hardy misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hardy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Chukwudu throws a head kick that misses
and Hardy makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Chukwudu scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hardy tries to clinch up but Chukwudu circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Hardy closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T2#
Chukwudu leaning against his opponent.
Hardy misses with a body punch.
Hardy tries to work over Chukwudu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hardy can't find room to land a body shot as Chukwudu controls the action.
Chukwudu drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Chukwudu wants a takedown but no success here.
Hardy lands a shot to the body.
Chukwudu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hardy can't find room to land a body shot as Chukwudu controls the action.
Chukwudu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hardy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hardy is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Nero Hardy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Happy Chukwudu.
Hardy can't find room to land a body shot as Chukwudu controls the action.
Chukwudu blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Good body shot from Hardy.
Hardy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Chukwudus head.
Hardy pushes Chukwudu back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Chukwudu is breathing heavily.
Chukwudu tries to throw a body punch but Hardy avoids it by throwing Chukwudu back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Hardy.
Chukwudu is looking to break free of the clinch but Hardy has double underhooks.
Hardy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hardy misses with a punch on the inside.
Chukwudu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hardy backwards.
A right hand to the body from Chukwudu.
Chukwudu lands an uppercut.
Chukwudu prevents a body shot from Hardy.
Hardy misses with a punch on the inside.
Chukwudu prevents a body shot from Hardy.
Hardy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Chukwudu lands a shoulder strike. #T4#
Chukwudu can't find room to land a body shot as Hardy controls the action.
Chukwudu lands with a light punch inside.
Hardy misses with some punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chukwudu taking a breather.
Hardy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hardy lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Chukwudu backwards.
Chukwudu swings wildly with an uppercut but Hardy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hardy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hardy cracks Chukwudu with a nice body shot.
Hardy lands an uppercut.
Hardy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Chukwudu is working for takedown but Hardy is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hardy pushes Chukwudu back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Hardy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hardy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Happy Chukwudu's cut.
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#
Hardy lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Hardy tries to clinch up but Chukwudu circles away and keeps his distance.
Hardy lands a nice hook to Chukwudu's body. Chukwudu takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Hardy smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Chukwudu throws a sloppy body shot
and Hardy counters with a nice uppercut.
Chukwudu moves out of range as Hardy strikes.
Hardy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chukwudu manages to avoid it.
Chukwudu looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Hardy closes this distance looking for a takedown but Chukwudu circles away.#CL#
Hardy has managed to clinch.
Chukwudu scores with a hook to the body.
Hardy lands a left hand that snaps the head of Chukwudu backwards.
Hardy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chukwudu trying to control the position but instead, Hardy has worked for underhooks and has pushed Chukwudu into the cage.
A hook to the body from Hardy. #T1##BC2#
Chukwudu manages to break the clinch.
Nero Hardy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hardy tries to clinch but Chukwudu moves out of range.
Hardy tries to close the distance and clinch but Chukwudu swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A swing and a miss from Chukwudu.
Chukwudu swings for the body but Hardy moves out of range.
Hardy doesn't manage to clinch there - Chukwudu circles away.
Hardy scores with a crisp jab that stopped Chukwudu in his tracks.
Chukwudu misses with a wild combination.
Hardy attempts a counter takedown but Chukwudu avoids it well and moves away.
Chukwudu tries to bum rush Hardy with a series of wild strikes but Hardy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hardy checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Hardy takes a swing at Chukwudu's ribcage but misses.
Hardy connects with a nice looking jab.
Chukwudu throws a push kick but Hardy slaps the foot to one side.
Hardy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hardy connects with a good right hand that stumbles Chukwudu. Chukwudu circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#ROC#Chukwudu is rocked!
Chukwudu looks up at the clock. Bad move! Hardy lands a right hand from hell, dropping Chukwudu. Hardy pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nero Hardy!
Nero Hardy very nearly forgot to thank Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q) 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: Bellicose 89
Date: Apr 30, 2022

#R1#
Lightspeed staying out of range there.
Lightspeed has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hardy finds it's way round the side to connect with Lightspeed's head.
Lightspeed misses with a looping left.
A little feinted left hand from Hardy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lightspeed throws an overhand right that lands on Hardy's shoulder, as Hardy tries to avoid the shot.
Hardy has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Lightspeed missing with a left hand there. Hardy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lightspeed paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Hardy catches Lightspeed with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Lightspeed connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hardy momentarily.
Nice cross by Hardy.
Hardy wants to clinch but Lightspeed slips to the side
and Lightspeed counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lightspeed throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hardy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hardy swings widly with a right hand
enabling Lightspeed to counter with a crisp jab.
Hardy darts in looking for a takedown but Lightspeed gets double underhooks and turns Hardy into the cage.
Lightspeed swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice body punch from Lightspeed - that landed with a thud.
Lightspeed tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lightspeed lands a left hand. #T1#
Lightspeed tries a body shot but Hardy blocks it.
Hardy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hardy tries to work over Lightspeed's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lightspeed throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Hardy pulls guard effortlessly.
Hardy is trying to control the position but Lightspeed postures up. #SUB#
Lightspeed got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hardy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lightspeed has managed to get both his arms back between Hardy's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Hardy is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Hardy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lightspeed is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Hardy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lightspeed defends it easily.#SUB#
Hardy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lightspeed is aware though and is defending well.#T2#
Lightspeed looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Hardy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lightspeed gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lightspeed stays in close to Hardy's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Hardy is looking for a triangle here but Lightspeed uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Hardy is trying to get back to half guard.#T3#
Hardy struggling a bit here.
Hardy is looking for a sweep.
Hardy struggling a bit here.
Hardy is looking to regain half guard here but Lightspeed keeps moving and retains side control.
Hardy wants to control but Lightspeed postures up.#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.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lightspeed gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hardy.
Hardy jabs Lightspeed to the body, keeping him at a distance.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Lightspeed manages to break the clinch.
Lightspeed blocks a jab.
Lightspeed uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hardy.
Hardy misses with a body shot.
Hardy misses with a lunging right hand
and Lightspeed counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Hardy moves into the clinch successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Arax Lightspeed will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Hardy moves out of range of the strikes.#TD#
Hardy gets a double leg takedown into Lightspeed's guard.
Hardy throwing strikes but missing.
Lightspeed avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hardy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lightspeed not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Lightspeed is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy wants to pass the guard but Lightspeed is keeping the position.
Lightspeed looking to control. #T1#
Hardy postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Lightspeed 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.
Hardy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hardy wants to control from the top but Lightspeed keeps moving.
Hardy with a nice head shot there.
Hardy postures up.
Hardy is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hardy preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lightspeed closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Hardy jabs Lightspeed to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lightspeed lands with an uppercut that bounces Hardy off the cage and back into range.
Lightspeed keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lightspeed takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL#
Hardy gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Hardy swings wildly with an uppercut but Lightspeed uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lightspeed misses with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Lightspeed scores with a nice short uppercut.
Hardy scores with a shoulder strike.
Lightspeed lands a body shot.
Hardy takes a shot to the head.
Hardy has a couple of punches blocked by Lightspeed.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hardy.
Hardy tries to throw a body punch but Lightspeed avoids it by throwing Hardy back against the cage. #BC2#
Lightspeed breaks the clinch.
Nero Hardy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3##CL2#
Lightspeed closes the distance and pushes Hardy back into the cage.
Lightspeed misses with the head strike.
Hardy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hardy misses with a punch to the body.
Hardy jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lightspeed walks away with a smile on his face. Hardy gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Hardy catches Lightspeed with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Lightspeed with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hardy to score with a decent uppercut.
Lightspeed lands a nice looking body shot.
Hardy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lightspeed.
Lightspeed swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Hardy counters with a straight right hand.
Hardy wants to clinch
and Lightspeed counters with a nice body shot.
Lightspeed avoids the body shot from Hardy.
Hardy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Lightspeed connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Hardy scrambles back to his feet.#T4#
Lightspeed listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hardy is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hardy. Lightspeed does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hardy slips a straight right by Lightspeed.
Hardy tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Lightspeed manages to circle out of the way.
Nice defenses there by Hardy.
Hardy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Despite the aggression on Lightspeed's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lightspeed fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Hardy on the side of the head.
Hardy cracks Lightspeed with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Lightspeed needs to keep his hands up - Hardy had a free shot at his head there.
Arax Lightspeed seems to be getting the better of the standup.#KD2#
Lightspeed lands a left and a right that send Hardy crashing to the mat, dazed. Lightspeed thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Hardy is rocked!
Hardy tries for a takedown but Lightspeed circles away easily
and Lightspeed counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Hardy out cold! What a finish! Lightspeed is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Arax Lightspeed!
A relieved looking Arax Lightspeed thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Bellicose 85
Date: Apr 09, 2022

#R1#
Hardy shoots in looking for a takedown but Romero manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hardy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Hardy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Romero .
Romero throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Hardy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Romero avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Romero misses with a wild combination.
Romero misses with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Hardy misses the target.
Hardy throws a lazy right hand but Romero sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rock Romero seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Romero misses with the combination.
No joy there for Romero , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hardy throws a good cross that connects.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Romero .
Hardy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Romero misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hardy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Romero lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hardy circles away quickly and effectively.
A counter left hand to the body from Hardy misses its target.
Romero misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Romero throws a series of punches but Hardy avoids them all with ease.
Hardy lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Hardy misses with a looping left.
Romero 's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Romero duly obliges.
Romero swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Hardy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hardy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hardy tests Romero 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Romero throws a nice looking combination but Hardy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Romero throws a combination. Hardy tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Romero misses with the combination.
Rock Romero is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Romero loads up on a big right hand but Hardy slips the punch.
Romero ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hardy moves away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hardy dips to his left and cracks Romero with an uppercut!
Romero looks to land a combination but Hardy avoids it well.
Romero looks to land a combination but Hardy avoids it well.
A big right from Romero misses. #T2#
Hardy misses with a hook.
Romero falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Hardy counters by moving into the clinch.
Romero trying to stall but Hardy improves his position. #TD#
Hardy ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Hardy no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB#
Hardy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Romero is aware though and is defending well.
Romero is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Romero really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hardy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hardy keeping moving, preventing Romero from controlling successfully.
Hardy wants to sweep but no luck.
Romero wants to pass the guard but Hardy is keeping the position.
Romero 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. #T3#
Romero trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Hardy has his foot on Romero 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Romero works his way back into a safe position though.
Romero slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Romero trying to control but Hardy is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hardy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Romero is stalling in the full guard.
Romero is pushing down on Hardy's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hardy is fighting to maintain full guard but Romero has managed to sneak the leg through.#T4#
Hardy is refusing to be controlled, as Romero sits in half guard.
Hardy wants to control but Romero is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Romero content to control rather than advance.
Romero is continuing to stall.#SUB#
Hardy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Romero pulls his head out easily.
Hardy is staying active underneath Romero , who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hardy wants to control but Romero is keeping busy.
Romero trying to control from Hardy's half guard. Hardy has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB#
Hardy working for a triangle but Romero defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Romero wants to stand and escape but instead Hardy has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rock Romero dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Some wild striking there from Romero .
Hardy throws a jab when Romero was well out of range.
Romero throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hardy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Left hook, right uppercut from Romero .
Romero lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hardy circles away quickly and effectively.
Romero misses with a two punch combination.
A counter left hand to the body from Hardy misses its target.
Romero rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hardy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Romero uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hardy.
Romero takes a jab right on the kisser. #TD#
Hardy throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Romero was covering up waiting for the punch and Hardy finishes the takedown easily into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hardy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nero Hardy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Romero preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hardy throws a big elbow that misses. #T1#
Hardy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Romero utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hardy throws a big elbow that misses.
Romero avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hardy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hardy with a flurry of punches that miss.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hardy wants to control from the top but Romero keeps moving.
Hardy with a nice head shot there.
Hardy postures up in Romero 's guard and throws a big left but Romero blocks it. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Romero working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hardy.
Hardy is in close to Romero 's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Romero lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Hardy looking for a guillotine here but Romero defends easily. #SUB#
Hardy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Romero trying to control but Hardy is working from the bottom.
Romero wanted to stand there but Hardy had control of the position.
Romero wants to control from the top but Hardy keeps moving.
Romero stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hardy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Romero wants to control from the top but Hardy keeps moving. #T3#
Hardy is trying to control the position but Romero postures up. #SUB#
Hardy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Romero can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Romero wants to stand but Hardy has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Hardy is trying to keep Romero in close.
Romero looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hardy wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB#
Hardy has his foot on Romero 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Romero works his way back into a safe position though.
Hardy can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Romero controls the pace.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Hardy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Romero is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Hardy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Romero doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Romero manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Romero wants to control from the top but Hardy keeps moving.
Romero is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Hardy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Romero is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Hardy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Romero gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Hardy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Romero got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hardy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Romero has managed to get both his arms back between Hardy's legs - danger averted.
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 Nero Hardy will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Romero lands a jab-cross combination.
Romero throws a nice looking combination but Hardy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Romero swings widly with a right hand
and Hardy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Romero fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hardy slips under a jab.
Hardy closes the distance and clinches up with Romero , looking for a takedown. Hardy pushes Romero against the cage but Romero circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Hardy is trying hard to land a takedown here. Romero sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hardy throws a shot from downtown. Romero moves away and avoids it.
Hardy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Romero manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Romero throws a counter combo.
Romero misses with a double jab.
Rock Romero is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Romero misses with a combination
and Hardy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hardy misses the shot to the body.
Hardy throws a big shot that misses.
Romero is looking for the big counter here.
Romero misses with a wild combination.
Hardy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Romero moves away.#T1#
Romero misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hardy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nero Hardy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Romero misses with a wild combination.
Romero will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A right hand to the body from Hardy. #BC2#
Romero manages to break the clinch.
Romero rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hardy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hardy wants to clinch.
Romero misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hardy scores with the left hand. Romero knows he should have avoided that one.
Rock Romero seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hardy.
Romero on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hardy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Romero rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hardy counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A right-left combo lands from Romero .
Romero fails to land with a series of punches.
Romero misses with a jab, cross combination.
Romero throws a series of punches but Hardy moves out of range.
Hardy has a takedown stuffed.
Hardy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Romero misses with the combination.
Romero misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hardy lands a jab to Romero 's midsection.
Romero looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hardy throws a looping overhand right but Romero ducks down to avoid it.
Romero throws a right and a left that Hardy avoids nicely.
Romero takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3#
Romero throws a series of punches but Hardy moves out of range.
Hardy scores with a jab. Romero acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Romero fails to land with a series of punches.
Romero misses with a combination
and Hardy counters with a nice uppercut.
Hardy looks to score with a jab to the body but Romero is just out of range.
Hardy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Romero .
Hardy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Romero moves away.
Romero misses with a two punch combination.
Hardy shoots in and drives through. Romero sprawls well.
Romero staying out of range there.
Romero 's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Romero duly obliges.
A swing and a miss from Hardy.
Romero tries to bum rush Hardy with a series of wild strikes but Hardy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Romero moves out of range as Hardy strikes.
Romero falls off balance throwing a combination
and Hardy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Romero tries to bum rush Hardy with a series of wild strikes but Hardy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Romero swinging wildly here.
Hardy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Romero ! But no joy.
Romero misses with the combination.
Hardy fails to land the takedown.
Romero fails to land with a series of punches.
Sloppy strikes from Romero . Those never looked like landing.
Hardy moves away from the strike by Romero .
Romero uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hardy.
Hardy changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Romero tries to avoid it but Hardy manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Romero to the ground. Romero escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD#
Hardy shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Hardy was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Hardy in side control, throwing shots but Romero defends.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rock Romero really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Romero looks to land a combination but Hardy avoids it well.
Hardy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A jab from Hardy misses.
Hardy slips a jab and a cross from Romero .
It looked like Hardy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Romero will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A big left from Hardy misses.
Romero is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#TD#
Romero tries to sprawl but Hardy drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Hardy wants to take a breather but Romero is having none of it. #SUB#
Hardy wants to work for an arm triangle but Romero is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hardy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romero is looking to improve his position.
Hardy not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1#
Romero blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hardy.
Romero trying to hold on to Hardy's head to control him but Hardy postures up.
Hardy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Hardy is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Hardy not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Romero moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hardy throws a strike but Romero rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T2#
Romero controlling from the top position.
Romero trying to control but Hardy is working from the bottom.
Romero 's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hardy managing to control the position.
Romero postures up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hardy is on top in guard. #REVR#
Hardy pushing down on Romero 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hardy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Romero defending well though. #T3#
Hardy trying to control from Romero 's half guard. Romero has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Hardy tries to free his leg and advance position but Romero is retaining full guard.
Hardy postures up.
Hardy 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.
Hardy slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Romero is not content to let Hardy control the position. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Hardy trying to control the position but Romero is working away.
The ground and pound from Hardy seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Romero being controlled for a moment.
Romero is trying to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy had his way with Rock Romero in that round.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Hardy moves out of range of the strikes.
Romero fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Romero throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hardy.
Hardy throws a lazy right hand but Romero sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Romero lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Romero keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Hardy shoots in and drives through. Romero sprawls well.
Some wild striking there from Romero .
Romero shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Hardy eats them both and turns towards Romero to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Hardy misses with a looping left.
Romero is looking for the big counter here.
Romero cracks Hardy with an open hand slap.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Romero throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Hardy counters with a nice uppercut.
Romero throws a right hand that Hardy ducks under and follows up with a left that Hardy also avoids with ease.
Romero might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Romero doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
A big left from Hardy misses.
Romero throws a right hand that Hardy ducks under and follows up with a left that Hardy also avoids with ease.
Left hook, right uppercut from Romero . #CL#
Hardy clinches.
Romero misses with some punches.
Hardy lands a shoulder strike.
Hardy lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Romero backwards.
Romero working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Hardy lands a hook to the side of the head.
Romero lands a nice uppercut.
Hardy lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Romero wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Hardy has him pressed against the cage.
Hardy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Romero .
Hardy lands with a light punch inside.
Romero throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Hardy decides to pull guard.
Romero sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2#
Hardy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hardy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Hardy throws a big elbow that misses.
Hardy with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hardy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Romero keeping moving, preventing Hardy from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Hardy drops back, looking for a kneebar! Romero looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Romero looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Romero ! #REVB##T3#
Hardy regains half guard.
Hardy trying to hold on to Romero 's head to control him but Romero postures up.
Romero is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hardy trying to control but Romero postures up. #SUB#
Hardy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Romero controlling the action here.#SUB#
Hardy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Still in half guard, Romero seems content to control.#SUB#
Hardy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Romero trying to control the pace.
Romero wants to control but Hardy is keeping him busy.
Hardy trying to control but Romero postures up.
Romero trying to control the pace.
Romero passes to side control.
You can see the frustration on Hardy's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Romero wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hardy keeps working.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 47:48
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 47:48
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rock Romero !
Rock Romero is the new welterweight champion!
Our winner, Rock Romero , 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: 3 Titles on the Line!
Date: Mar 07, 2022

#R1#
Romero throws a right hand that misses
and Hardy counters with a stiff right hand.
Hardy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hardy with a hook.
Romero throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hardy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Romero has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Finch Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Hardy ducks under a wild hook from Romero .
Romero throws a jab when Hardy was well out of range.
Romero misses with a hook.
Romero jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Romero on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Romero throws a hook but Hardy blocks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hardy! But no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hardy. Romero does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hardy works Romero 's body with a nice hook.
Romero throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A jab from Romero does it's job there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Hardy takes the fight into the clinch.
Hardy throws a punch but it's blocked by Romero .
Romero has a couple of punches blocked by Hardy.
A head punch on the inside from Hardy fails to land. #T1#
Romero working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Romero misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hardy makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Romero blocks an uppercut.
Hardy lands a body punch in the clinch.
Hardy struggles to land a body shot inside as Romero controls his hands.
Romero working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Romero fails to land.
Hardy lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Romero gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hardy.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Romero .
A nice right hand lands inside from Romero .
Hardy jumps guard but Romero turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
Romero working aggressively here.
Romero lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Romero .
Romero tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Romero scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
Hardy lands a right hand.
Hardy can't find room to land a body shot as Romero controls the action.
Romero makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Hardy throws a head punch that misses.
Hardy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hardy misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hardy.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Romero .
Hardy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Romero just leaning against Hardy, taking a breather.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Romero .
Hardy misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Romero fails to land.
Romero fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hardy gets through Romero 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Hardy tries to work over Romero 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hardy struggles to land a body shot inside as Romero controls his hands.
Hardy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Romero blocks an uppercut.
Hardy lands an uppercut.#T3#
Romero lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Romero .
Romero blocks a body shot from Hardy.
Romero swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hardy working aggressively here.
Romero swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hardy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Romero s head.
Hardy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Romero lands a nice uppercut.
Hardy lands a body punch in the clinch.
Hardy lands a right hand.
Hardy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Romero .
Hardy blocking some punches.
Hardy pushes Romero back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Romero fails to land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Romero .
Romero misses with some punches.
Hardy lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Romero backwards.
Romero is looking to control Hardy's arms but Hardy gets an underhook and turns him. Now Romero has his back to the ropes. #T4#
A head punch on the inside from Romero fails to land.
Hardy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hardy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Romero lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hardy has a couple of punches blocked by Romero .
Romero swings wildly with an uppercut but Hardy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hardy lands a nice uppercut.
Hardy working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Hardy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hardy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Romero 's elbow.
Hardy blocks an uppercut.
Romero misses with the head strike.
Hardy misses with the head strike.
Hardy makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#TD2#
Hardy manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Romero is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Romero knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hardy on the ground.#SUB2#
Hardy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Romero slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Rock Romero will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Hardy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Romero takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CL2#
Romero gets tackled into the ropes by Hardy. Hardy maintains the clinch.
Hardy can't find room to land a body shot as Romero controls the action.
Hardy tries to pull guard but Romero won't allow it.
Hardy tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Romero just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Hardy misses with a punch on the inside.
Romero tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Romero misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Romero .
Romero tries to stall but Hardy uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Romero misses with some punches.
Romero blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hardy.
Hardy lands a body shot.
Romero gets through Hardy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Romero is looking to control Hardy's arms but Hardy gets an underhook and turns him. Now Romero has his back to the ropes.
Romero wants to stall.
Romero throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Romero misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Romero .#TD2#
Hardy jumps guard and drags Romero to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Hardy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Romero trying to control the position from guard on top but Hardy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Romero looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Hardy looking for a guillotine here but Romero defends easily.
Romero trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Romero wants to control from the top but Hardy keeps moving. #SUB2#
Hardy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Romero can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Hardy working for a triangle but Romero defends it easily. #T2#
Romero pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hardy is keeping the position for now.
Romero looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Hardy has his foot on Romero 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Romero works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Hardy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Romero doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Romero manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Romero stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hardy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hardy keeping moving, preventing Romero from controlling successfully. #T3##SUB2#
Hardy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Romero trying to control but Hardy is working from the bottom.
Romero has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Romero wants to pass the guard but Hardy is keeping the position.
Romero looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Hardy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Romero doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Romero manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hardy keeping moving, preventing Romero from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Hardy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Romero is aware though and is defending well.
Hardy controls Romero momentarily but Romero frees himself. #SUB2#
Hardy has his foot on Romero 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Romero works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hardy looking to control.
Romero slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Hardy is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Romero off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Hardy is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Romero defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Hardy punches the canvas rather than the man.
Romero covering up well under a barage of strikes.
Hardy missing with strikes from the back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hardy has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Romero .
Romero wants to escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Hardy lands with a good body shot.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hardy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Romero misses with the head strike.
Romero scores with a shoulder strike.
Romero swings wildly with an uppercut but Hardy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hardy lands an uppercut.
Romero throws a punch but it's blocked by Hardy.
A short right from Hardy.
Hardy tries to pull guard but Romero holds him up against the ropes and eventually Hardy drops back down to his feet.
Romero softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy misses with the head strike.
Hardy working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Hardy is trying to pull guard but Romero turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Hardy is working Romero over against the ropes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hardy. #T1#
Romero swings wildly with an uppercut but Hardy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Romero lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hardy goes for a takedown in the clinch but Romero prevents it.
Rock Romero has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.
Romero is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Hardy scores with a nice hook to the head.
Romero stalling.
A head punch on the inside from Hardy fails to land.
Hardy has Romero pressed up against the ropes and is working for takedown. Romero manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hardy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Romero smiles and moves away.
Hardy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Romero .
Romero throws a lazy right hand but Hardy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Romero misses with a hook. Hardy ducked under it nicely.
Nice uppercut lands for Hardy. That snapped Romero 's head back.
Hardy shoots in and drives through. Romero sprawls well.
Hardy slips under a jab from Romero .#T2#
Romero is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hardy.
Romero throws a jab when Hardy was well out of range.
Hardy cracks Romero with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Romero throws a body shot but no joy.
Romero throws a series of punches but Hardy moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hardy staying out of range there.
Sloppy strikes from Romero . Those never looked like landing.
Hardy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Romero misses with an uppercut. Hardy saw that one coming.
It seemed like Hardy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hardy walks into a left hand. #CL2#
Hardy takes the fight into the clinch.
Romero throws a punch but it's blocked by Hardy.
Hardy pushes Romero back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Hardy softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Romero misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Hardy swings wildly with an uppercut but Romero uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hardy.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Romero prevents a body shot from Hardy.
Hardy lands a nice uppercut.#TD2#
Hardy successfully pulls guard. #SUB2#
Hardy working for a triangle but Romero defends it easily.
Hardy keeping moving, preventing Romero from controlling successfully.
Hardy is pulling down on Romero 's head. It's preventing any offense from Romero , at least for the moment.
Romero is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Hardy looking for a guillotine here but Romero defends easily. #T4##SUB2#
Hardy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Romero not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Romero stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hardy swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Hardy looking for a guillotine here but Romero defends easily. #SUB2#
Hardy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Romero trying to control the position from guard on top but Hardy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Nero Hardy just about did enough to take it.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Hardy lands with a shot to the body.
Romero throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hardy throws a body shot but no joy.
Romero moves out of range as Hardy strikes.
Hardy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Romero .
Hardy staying out of range there.
Hardy misses the jab.
Hardy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Romero .
Romero throws the left hand but Hardy avoids the punch easily.
Romero throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hardy now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Romero .
Hardy blocks a jab.
Rock Romero is winning the standup battle so far.
Hardy moves forwards but Romero connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL2#
Hardy takes the fight into the clinch.
Hardy blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T1#
Hardy trying to stall but Romero improves his position.
Hardy misses with a punch to the body.
Hardy struggles to land a body shot inside as Romero controls his hands.
Romero is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Hardy is keeping busy.
A head punch on the inside from Hardy fails to land.
Romero misses with some punches.
Hardy makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Hardy working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Hardy pushes Romero back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Hardy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Romero to keep the fight standing.
Romero blocking some punches.
Romero throws a punch but it's blocked by Hardy.
Romero 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch on the inside from Romero fails to land.
Romero is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Romero misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Romero tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Romero blocking some punches.
Hardy works on Romero 's body with a couple of short punches.
A head punch on the inside from Hardy fails to land.
Hardy can't find room to land a body shot as Romero controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Romero fails to land.
Hardy blocks an uppercut.
Nero Hardy seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A shot in the inside from Hardy. #TD2#
Hardy pulls guard successfully.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Hardy is looking for a triangle but Romero pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Hardy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Romero doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Romero manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Romero trying to control the position from guard on top but Hardy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Hardy is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T3#
Hardy seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Hardy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Romero doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Romero manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Romero controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Hardy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Romero stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hardy swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Hardy is looking for a triangle but Romero pushes his legs off easily. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Hardy has his foot on Romero 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Romero works his way back into a safe position though.
Nero Hardy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Romero passes Hardy's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Romero slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Hardy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Romero pulls his head out easily.
Romero content to control rather than advance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hardy trying to control here.
Hardy is trying to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy dominated that fourth round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Romero throws an off balance right hand
and Hardy counters with a left to the body.
Romero looks to throw the jab but Hardy is out of range.
Romero pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hardy fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Romero looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A slow jab from Romero misses its intended target.
Hardy smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Romero loads up on a big right hand but Hardy slips the punch.
Hardy ducks under a wild hook from Romero .
Hardy connects with a nice looking jab.
Romero takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy dips to his left and cracks Romero with an uppercut!
Romero is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hardy.
Hardy now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A shot to the liver by Hardy. Beautiful body shot.
Jab by Hardy.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Romero throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Romero keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hardy.
Hardy throws a good cross that connects.
Romero missing with a left hand there. Hardy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hardy throws a shot to the body.
A big left from Romero misses.
Hardy moves away from the strike by Romero .
Hardy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hardy ducks under a wild hook from Romero .
Romero throws a hook but Hardy blocks it.
Hardy slips a straight right by Romero .
Romero darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Rock Romero is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hardy moves away from the strike by Romero .
Hardy throws a good cross that connects.
Hardy staying out of range there.
Hardy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Romero throws a hook but Hardy avoids it easily.
Hardy staying out of range there.
Romero keeps the fight on the outside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Romero misses with a hook. Hardy ducked under it nicely.
Hardy swings for the body but Romero moves out of range.
Hardy lands with a straight right. Romero didn't see that one coming.
Romero lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Romero throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice defenses there by Hardy.
Romero takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Romero throws the left hand but Hardy avoids the punch easily.
Hardy has a takedown stuffed.
An attempted straight right counter from Romero misses the target.
Romero scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T3#
Romero misses with a hook
and Hardy counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hardy throws a poor cross that misses
and Romero counters with a nice uppercut.
Romero is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A big left from Romero misses.
A slow jab from Romero misses its intended target.
Hardy lands a head shot.
Hardy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hardy slips under a jab.
Romero misses with a hook.
Romero throws a lazy right hand but Hardy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Hardy moves into the clinch successfully.
Hardy lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Romero swings wildly with an uppercut but Hardy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Romero is looking to control Hardy's arms but Hardy gets an underhook and turns him. Now Romero has his back to the ropes. #T4#
Hardy wants a takedown.
Hardy gets through Romero 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Romero .
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Romero tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Romero tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hardy misses with a punch to the body.
Romero working aggressively here.
Hardy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Romero to keep the fight standing.
Rock Romero has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Hardy.
Hardy misses with a punch on the inside.
Romero wants to stall.
Romero takes a shot to the head.
Romero blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hardy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Romero lands with a light punch inside.
Romero working aggressively here.
Rock Romero has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Romero lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hardy backwards.
Hardy tries to work over Romero 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 46:50
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 46:50
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 46:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nero Hardy!
Nero Hardy is the new welterweight champion!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Nero Hardy waved his t-shirt featuring Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q)'s logo in front of the cameras.

Event: Bellicose - Covington & Takeda
Date: Jan 30, 2022

#R1#
Test takes one to the chin there.
Test throws a big shot that misses.
Hardy tries to clinch up.
Hardy lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CL#
Hardy instigates a clinch.
Hardy scores with a shot to the side of Test 's head.
Test misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Test escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hardy fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Test looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Hardy sizes up Test with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Hardy scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Test circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've been hearing reports that Hardy has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Test throws a looping overhand right but Hardy ducks down to avoid it.
Hardy tries to close the distance and clinch but Test swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hardy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Test moves away.
Test swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hardy is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T1#
Test throws a shot from downtown. Hardy moves away and avoids it.
Test throws a hook but Hardy blocks it.
Hardy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Test now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Hardy stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Hardy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Test thuds his right hand into Hardy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Hardy lands a slapping body shot.
Test is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Hardy misses with a looping left.
Test throws a hook but Hardy avoids it easily.
Rooster Test is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hardy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Test .
Test misses with a looping left.
Hardy lands an overhand right.
Hardy scores with a decent looking hook.#T2#
Hardy slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hardy paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Test looks to land a left hand but Hardy moved out of range nicely.
Nice uppercut lands for Hardy. That snapped Test 's head back.
A telegraphed right hand from Test misses the target.
Hardy is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Hardy scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Test scores with a punch to the head.
Hardy's corner calls for a 1-2. Hardy obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Hardy ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Test might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Hardy lands a nice shot that snaps Test 's head back.
Hardy scores with a crisp jab that stopped Test in his tracks.
Nero Hardy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Test misses with the combination. #T3#
Hardy misses with a straight left.
Test looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hardy fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Test looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Test throws a hook to the side of Hardy's head but Hardy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hardy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Test throws out the jab.
Hardy throws a shot from downtown. Test moves away and avoids it.
Test misses with a straight right.
Hardy looks to land a right hand but Test moved out of range.
Test swinging wildly here.
It looked like Hardy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hardy ducks under a wild hook from Test .
Hardy on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Hardy dips to his left and cracks Test with an uppercut!
A telegraphed right hand from Test misses the target. #T4#
Hardy is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Test ! But no joy.
Hardy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Test throws out the jab.
Test avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Test takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nice defenses there by Hardy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Test on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Test fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hardy manages to avoid it.
Test walks into a jab.
Test takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Test has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Test throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hardy sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD#
Hardy manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Test on his heels. He'll look to pass Test 's guard now, I'm sure.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Test avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Test takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Hardy throws a body shot but no joy.
Jab from Hardy.
Hardy ducks under a wild hook from Test .
Test throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Test takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nero Hardy is winning the standup battle so far.
Test uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hardy.
Hardy fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hardy scores with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy slips under a jab.
Test throws a right hand that misses
and Hardy counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hardy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hardy lunges at Test with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Test 's hand. #T1#
Hardy is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Hardy's jab looks to have found its range, popping Test under the eye.
Test walks into a straight right hand from Hardy.
Test fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hardy manages to avoid it.
Hardy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Test .
Hardy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Test s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Test rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Hardy counter with a right hand.
Hardy lands with a hook. Test tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Test is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hardy.
Test throws a shot to the body.
Hardy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Test can do to turn this around?
A jab from Hardy does it's job there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hardy shoots in for a takedown but Test shows good takedown defense.
Hardy drops his hands momentarily and Test takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T2#
A jab from Hardy finds it's way through Test 's defenses.
Hardy misses the shot to the body.
Test looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hardy misses with a body shot.
Test looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Test is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hardy.
Hardy lands with a straight right. Test didn't see that one coming.
Hardy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Test .
Nice takedown defense from Test . No joy for Hardy on that attempt.
Test is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hardy with a body shot.
Test moves out of range of the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Test ! But no joy.
A lazy left from Hardy finds it's target.
The fighters circling - Test throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hardy lands with an overhand left.
Hardy lands a slapping body shot. #T3#
Hardy scores with the left hand. Test knows he should have avoided that one.
Hardy moves forwards but Test connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A big left from Test misses.
A quick step to the side and Hardy tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big right from Test misses.
Nice straight punches there by Test . You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Test .
Hardy tries for a takedown but Test sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Test swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nero Hardy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hardy jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Test waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hardy.
Hardy lands an overhand right.
Hardy clobbers Test with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Test is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Test swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hardy with a nice cross.
Hardy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Test pinned against the cage. Test gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
As Hardy backs off Test throws a huge counter combo but Hardy manages to avoid it all.
Test keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A nice side step and Test releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Test looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardy is just out of range.
A slow jab from Hardy misses its intended target.
A lazy left from Test finds it's target.
Hardy takes one to the side of the head.
Test takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Test misses with a body shot
and Hardy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Hardy swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD#
Hardy closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Test 's guard.
Test wants to stand but Hardy is controlling the position.
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Test is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Test is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hardy works over Test with some ground and pound from guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy won't allow Test to get back to his feet.
Hardy stays in close to Test 's body and controls the position.
Hardy advances position into side control!#T1#
Test wants to get back to his feet but Hardy drags him back down.
Hardy throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB#
Hardy is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Test is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Hardy trying to control the position but Test is working away.
Test felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Test wants to get back to his feet.
Hardy is working Test over with some ground and pound from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Test wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Test takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Hardy lands a nice forearm strike.
Hardy is chipping away with strikes. #SUB#
Hardy is trying to get an arm triangle but Test is defending well.
Rooster Test has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Test wants to get back to his feet but Hardy drags him back down.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Hardy scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Test to see if he's OK.
Hardy is looking to take a break and control but Test is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hardy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Test is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T3#
The ground and pound from Hardy seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Test tries to escape but Hardy is in control.
Hardy throws a strike aimed at the side of Test 's head but Test avoids it well.
Test is pushing Hardy's head away, looking to escape. Hardy manages to hold on to the position though.
Hardy throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Test is not content to let Hardy control the position.
Test is working to avoid the ground and pound but Hardy connects with a decent elbow. #T4#
Test is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Test tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Hardy connects with a big shot to the side of Test 's head.
Test is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Hardy off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Test is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Hardy scores with punches from the back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hardy looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Test staying busy and making it hard for Hardy to control.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:26
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:26
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nero Hardy!
An out of breath and clearly excited Nero Hardy thanked Paddy's Enhancing Drugs (160Q) for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: Bellicose - Pustik vs Orlov
Date: Jan 02, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Hardy clinches with his opponent.
A short uppercut from Hardy.
Veenhof blocks an elbow strike from Hardy.
Hardy misses with a punch on the inside.
Veenhof avoids the elbow strike from Hardy, against the cage.
Hardy lands a left hand.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Hardy 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.
Hardy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hardy scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hardy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hardy struggles to land a body shot inside as Veenhof controls his hands.
A short uppercut from Hardy.
Veenhof trying to control the position but instead, Hardy has worked for underhooks and has pushed Veenhof into the cage.
Hardy lands with a right to the head.
Hardy pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T1#
Veenhof stalling.
A shot in the inside from Hardy.
Hardy misses with a body punch.
Hardy can't find room to land a body shot as Veenhof controls the action.
Veenhof is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Hardy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hardy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hardy pushes off an throws an elbow but Veenhof leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Veenhof dodges an elbow strike from Hardy.
Hardy tries a body shot but Veenhof blocks it.
Hardy scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Veenhof lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Veenhof blocking some punches. #T2#
Hardy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice left hand lands by Hardy.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hardy.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Veenhof.
Veenhof blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Veenhof taking a breather.
Hardy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Veenhof is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Hardy struggles to land a body shot inside as Veenhof controls his hands.
Veenhof prevents a body shot from Hardy.
Hardy lands a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hardy misses with some punches.
Hardy digs a right hand into Veenhof's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Veenhof's gas tank. #T3#
Hardy tries a body shot but Veenhof blocks it.
Hardy tries a body shot but Veenhof blocks it.
A short uppercut from Hardy.
Hardy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Veenhof's elbow.
Veenhof trying to control the position but instead, Hardy has worked for underhooks and has pushed Veenhof into the cage.
Hardy prevents Veenhof from breaking the clinch.
Veenhof dodges an elbow strike from Hardy.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Hardy as Veenhof tries to tie him up.
Veenhof is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Hardy is keeping busy.
Maybe Veenhof would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much.
Hardy lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T4#
Hardy can't find room to land a body shot as Veenhof controls the action.
Hardy pushes Veenhof back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Veenhof is trying to stall.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hardy.
Hardy tries to throw a body punch but Veenhof avoids it by throwing Hardy back against the cage.
Hardy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Still in the clinch, Hardy scores with a nice short uppercut.
Veenhof blocking some punches.
Veenhof blocks an uppercut.
Hardy lands a right hand.
Hardy lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hardy scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hardy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nero Hardy dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Veenhof misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Veenhof misses with a left hand
and Hardy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Veenhof throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Hardy smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Veenhof jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hardy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Veenhof throws a hook but Hardy blocks it.
Veenhof misses with an uppercut.
Veenhof throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've been told by Veenhof's head coaches at New York Public Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Hardy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A cross from Hardy lands.
Hardy connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#ROC2#Veenhof is rocked!#CL2#
Hardy forces Veenhof back against the cage and clinches.
Oh Veenhof is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Veenhof blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hardy lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hardy creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Hardy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Veenhof seems to have got his legs back now.
Nero Hardy seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Hardy lands a nice elbow. #T1#
Hardy is trying to pull guard but Veenhof turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Hardy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hardy misses with a body punch.
Veenhof tries a body shot but Hardy blocks it.
Veenhof is trying to stall.
Hardy throws a head punch that misses.
Veenhof blocks the elbow strike.
Hardy misses with a punch to the body.
Veenhof taking a breather.
Hardy tries a body shot but Veenhof blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Veenhof.
Veenhof looking to stall.
Hardy struggles to land a body shot inside as Veenhof controls his hands. #T2#
Hardy throws a head punch that misses.
Hardy lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Veenhof wants to stall.
Veenhof wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Hardy lands an uppercut.
Veenhof stalling in the clinch but Hardy improves position.
Hardy lands an uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Hardy stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Hardy.
A short left from Hardy. #T3#
Hardy misses with a short punch on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A left hand lands to the body for Hardy.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Hardy misses with an elbow strike.
Hardy lands with a right to the head.
Veenhof blocks an elbow strike.
Hardy scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hardy lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hardy lands with a light punch inside.
Veenhof misses with a punch on the inside.
Veenhof's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Veenhof.
Veenhof blocks an uppercut.
Hardy can't find room to land a body shot as Veenhof controls the action. #T4#
Hardy working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Veenhof wants to stall.
Hardy tries to work over Veenhof's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hardy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Hardy pushes Veenhof against the cage. Hardy is working some dirty boxing. Hardy pushes off with a quick right hook! Veenhof goes down! Veenhof tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Hardy moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nero Hardy!
An out of breath Nero Hardy thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Bellicose - Prokop vs Vedran
Date: Dec 04, 2021

#R1#
Jab, jab by Hardy - just one landing.
Good exchange - Hardy coming out on top.#CL2#
Hardy closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Hardy lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hardy lands a nice uppercut.
Hardy lands a left hand.
Ezuego tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hardy's elbow.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hardy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ezuego missing with knees to the body.
Hardy lands a body punch.
Hardy lands a hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head punch on the inside from Ezuego fails to land.
Hardy gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Hardy lands a nice shot to the body. #TD2#
Hardy ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Hardy no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Hardy working for a triangle but Ezuego defends it easily.
Hardy can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ezuego controls the pace.#SUB2#
Hardy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Hardy keeping moving, preventing Ezuego from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Hardy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ezuego pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hardy is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Hardy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ezuego is stalling in the full guard.
Hardy trying to keep a closed guard but Ezuego is proving a slippery customer. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Hardy keeping moving, preventing Ezuego from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Hardy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ezuego controlling from the top position.
Hardy keeping moving, preventing Ezuego from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ezuego's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ezuego wants to control from the top but Hardy keeps moving.
Ezuego's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hardy has control of Ezuego's left arm, preventing Ezuego from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Hardy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ezuego defends it easily.
Ezuego wants to control from the top but Hardy keeps moving. #T3#
Ezuego not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ezuego wants to control from the top but Hardy keeps moving.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Hardy throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ezuego walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Hardy lands a lovely overhand right.
Hardy lands a nice shot to the body. #T4##CL2#
Hardy clinches.
Hardy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ezuegos head.
Ezuego is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Hardy is defending well for now.
A head punch on the inside from Ezuego fails to land.
Hardy scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A right hand to the body from Hardy. #TD2#
Hardy manages to pull guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Hardy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ezuego trying to control the position from guard on top but Hardy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hardy looking to control.
Ezuego engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Hardy working for a triangle but Ezuego defends it easily. #SUB2#
Hardy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ezuego doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ezuego 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.

Nero Hardy dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Good standup being displayed there by Hardy as he connects with a hook.
Hardy lands a jab to Ezuego's midsection.
Hardy lands with a hook. Ezuego tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hardy lands a head shot.
Ezuego moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy clobbers Ezuego with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Hardy stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Hardy scores with a jab.#T1#
Ezuego takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hardy lands with a good body shot.
Donk. Hardy catches Ezuego right on the button with a cross.#ROC2#Ezuego is rocked!
We've been told by Ezuego's head coaches at Simply The Best that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#CL2#
Ezuego tries to keep at a distance but Hardy has taken the fight into the clinch.
Oh Ezuego is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A short uppercut from Hardy.
Hardy lands with a right to the head.
Hardy creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Ezuego's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Ezuego drops to his knees and Hardy pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nero Hardy!
Nero Hardy decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: ENIGMA SUB WRESTLING 1
Date: Oct 31, 2021

175 cm
20 yrs
185 lbs

180 cm
20 yrs
181 lbs

Chukwudu

Hardy

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Happy Chukwudu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Nero Hardy!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, David Schapiro and Steve Montenegro.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hardy fails to land the takedown.
Chukwudu appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD#
Hardy tries to sprawl but Chukwudu drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chukwudu (2) vs (0) Hardy
Hardy has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chukwudu is working away from the top position though.
Chukwudu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Chukwudu trying to mount his opponent but Hardy defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chukwudu is keen to just control but Hardy is a slippery customer.#T1#
Hardy is looking to control Chukwudu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hardy avoid being mounted?
Hardy slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hardy pulls Chukwudu in close to his closed guard and prevents Chukwudu from doing any damage or advancing position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Hardy looking for subs off his back but Chukwudu has passed one foot through into half guard.
Chukwudu slows the pace down in half guard. #T2#
Hardy is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Chukwudu's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Chukwudu's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Chukwudu (2) vs (4) Hardy#SUB2#
Hardy looking for the choke from the back. #SUB2#
Hardy seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Chukwudu's chin but Chukwudu turns very nicely into Hardy's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Chukwudu.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chukwudu (4) vs (4) Hardy#SUB2#
Hardy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chukwudu is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Chukwudu pushes down on Hardy's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T3#
Hardy wants to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hardy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hardy has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chukwudu is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Hardy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hardy felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T4#
Chukwudu wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hardy keeps working.
Hardy manages to get to full guard.
Hardy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Chukwudu wants to control from the top but Hardy keeps moving.
Chukwudu looking to pass the guard. #T5#
Chukwudu postures up.
Hardy looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Chukwudu showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Chukwudu has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Chukwudu wants to control from the top but Hardy keeps moving. #T6#
Hardy seems keen to control Chukwudu's posture.
Hardy 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.#SUB2#
Hardy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chukwudu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Chukwudu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T7#
Chukwudu looking to sit in guard and control but Hardy gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chukwudu (4) vs (6) Hardy
Chukwudu 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#
Chukwudu looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hardy has picked Chukwudu up and slammed him! Chukwudu can't keep hold of the triangle and Hardy manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Chukwudu (4) vs (9) Hardy
Chukwudu is trying to control Hardy's posture but Hardy avoids it.
Hardy controls the position.#T8#
Hardy working away.
Hardy trying to control the position but Chukwudu is working away. #SUB2#
Hardy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Chukwudu is looking to regain half guard here but Hardy keeps moving and retains side control.
Chukwudu can't do much from the bottom here. #T9#
Hardy advances nicely into full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Chukwudu (4) vs (11) Hardy
Chukwudu manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hardy sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Chukwudu is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Hardy is working for a kimura but Chukwudu is defending it quite comfortably. #T10#
Hardy sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hardy wants to take a breather but Chukwudu is having none of it.
Hardy trying to pass the guard but Chukwudu defending well.
Hardy is looking to take a break and control but Chukwudu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Chukwudu trying to hold on to Hardy's head to control him but Hardy postures up. #T11#
Chukwudu tries to get to full guard but Hardy has control of the leg.
Hardy is trying to control. Chukwudu wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Chukwudu holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Hardy trying to control the action but Chukwudu is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hardy is trying to work for a kimura but Chukwudu is defending well.
Hardy tries to pass to full mount but Chukwudu defends it. #T12#
Chukwudu is looking to improve his position.
Hardy looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Hardy wants to pass the guard but Chukwudu is defending well.
Chukwudu trying to control from the bottom. #T13#
Chukwudu is not content to let Hardy control the position.#SUB2#
Hardy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Chukwudu defends it well.
Hardy trying to control the action but Chukwudu is working from the bottom.
Chukwudu wants to improve his position but Hardy is controlling well.
Chukwudu is not content to let Hardy control the position.#T14#
Chukwudu wants to control but Hardy is keeping busy.
Chukwudu is looking to improve his position.
Hardy is trying to control. Chukwudu wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hardy is looking to stall here but Chukwudu recovers full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Chukwudu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hardy wins on points by 11 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Nero Hardy thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: BMF 9- Gettin’ Paid
Date: Aug 30, 2021

#R1#
Hardy staying out of range there.
Horton connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Hardy staying out of range there.
Horton lands a right hook to the body.
Hardy throws a body shot but no joy.
Hardy with a jab.
Horton moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Horton fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Horton cracks Hardy with a good jab.#T1#
Horton throws a body shot but no joy.
Horton misses with an uppercut.
Hardy tries to counter by closing the distance.
Hardy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Horton lands a jab to the head.
Horton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hardy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Horton paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Horton lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Horton is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Horton uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Horton seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#T2#
Hardy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Hardy on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Horton misses with a body punch
and Hardy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Horton keeps the fight on the outside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Horton misses with a hook.
Horton lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Hardy backs up against the cage.
Hardy misses with a looping left.
Horton digs a good hook to Hardy's body.
Horton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hardy.#T3#
Horton lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Hardy takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Hardy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Horton connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Hardy scrambles back to his feet.
Horton misses with a hook. Hardy ducked under it nicely.
Hardy tries to clinch up.
Hardy tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Horton counter with a right hand.
Horton lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Hardy at a distance.
Horton misses with a double jab
and Hardy counters with a left to the body. #T4##KD#
Horton drops Hardy with a beautiful combination! Hardy stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Horton is looking for the KO!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice uppercut there from Horton.
Hardy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Horton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hardy moves away.
A swing and a miss from Horton.
Horton moves out of range as Hardy strikes.
Horton scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hardy misses with a lunging right hand
and Horton counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hardy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tim Horton dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Horton throws out a loose jab but Hardy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Horton throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hardy has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Horton lands a slapping body shot.
Hardy ducks under a wild hook from Horton.
Hardy is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Horton keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Horton jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hardy throws out a counter right but Horton avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Horton.
Horton jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Hardy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Jab from Hardy.
Hardy ducks under a wild hook from Horton.
A slow jab from Horton misses its intended target.
Hardy looks to score with a jab to the body but Horton is just out of range.
A jab lands there for Hardy.
Tim Horton is winning the standup battle so far.
Horton connects with a nice looking jab.
Horton cracks Hardy with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Hardy throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Hardy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T2#
Horton is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hardy.
A left lands for Hardy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A swing and a miss from Horton.#CL2#
Hardy gets a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Horton. #BC#
Horton manages to break the clinch.
Hardy tries to clinch up
and Horton counters with a straight right hand.
Nice uppercut lands for Horton. That snapped Hardy's head back. #T3#
Hardy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Horton.
Horton thows a left - swing and a miss!
Horton looks to throw the jab but Hardy is out of range.
Hardy is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Hardy moves out of range of the strikes.
Horton lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Horton misses the shot to the body.
Horton just misses with a punch to the body.
Hardy is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Hardy moves away from the strike by Horton.
Hardy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Horton with a body shot.
Horton throws out a loose jab but Hardy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hardy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4#
Horton cracks Hardy with an open hand slap.
Horton scores with a jab to the head.
Hardy missing with a left hand there. Horton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hardy lands with a nice body punch.
Hardy misses with a looping right.
Horton throws the left hand but Hardy avoids the punch easily.
Hardy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Horton.
Horton misses with a lunging right hand
and Hardy counters with a series of strikes. Horton will be more careful next time no doubt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Horton throws a body punch but Hardy moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tim Horton dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Hardy moves into range and clinches up with Horton.
Horton blocks a body shot from Hardy. #BC#
Horton breaks the clinch.
Hardy takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Hardy ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Hardy tries to clinch up but Horton circles away and keeps his distance.
Horton jabs Hardy right on the nose. Hardy blinks but takes it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Horton stuns Hardy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Horton throws a shot from downtown. Hardy moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Hardy swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Horton counters with a straight right hand.
Horton connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Hardy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Horton.
A telegraphed right hand from Horton misses the target.
Horton misses with a looping right.
Hardy throws a counter combo.
Horton throws a body punch but Hardy moves out of range.
Horton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hardy moves away.
Horton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hardy throws a counter combo.
Horton slips under a jab from Hardy.#T2#
Horton throws the left hand but Hardy avoids the punch easily.
Hardy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Horton looks to land a left hand but Hardy moved out of range nicely.
Hardy staying out of range there.
Horton sets himself, and Hardy steps forward looking for the clinch! Horton avoids it this time.
Hardy ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Horton avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It looked like Horton wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tim Horton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Horton lands a nice looking body shot.
Hardy throws a sloppy body shot
and Horton counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hardy is looking to clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Horton misses with a body shot.
Horton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hardy can do to turn this around?#T3#
Hardy misses with a looping left.
Hardy tries to clinch up.
Horton is looking to counter punch.
Nice body punch from Horton.
Hardy looks to land a combination but Horton avoids it well.
Hardy is looking to clinch but Horton is avoiding it.
Nice defenses there by Hardy.
Horton jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Horton misses with a straight right.
Hardy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Horton.
Hardy looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T4#
Horton swinging wildly here.
Hardy defending well as Horton loads up on a big left hand.
Hardy throws out a counter right but Horton avoids it with no problem.
Horton throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nero Hardy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Horton scores with a nice strike.
Horton misses the shot to the body.
Hardy throws out a counter right but Horton avoids it with no problem.
Horton ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Hardy on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tim Horton!

Event: BMF 6- Cashin' Checks
Date: Aug 08, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Chukwudu shoots in and bounces Hardy off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Chukwudu must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hardy is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chukwudu looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Chukwudu lying in Hardy's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Hardy decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Chukwudu taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Nero Hardy!
A very excited looking Nero Hardy 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: DFN 5
Date: Jul 03, 2021

#R1#
A jab from Hardy misses.
It seemed like Briggs was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Briggs connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Briggs lands a jab to the head.
Briggs lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Hardy backs up against the ropes.
Briggs avoids the body shot from Hardy.
Hardy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Briggs throws out the jab.
Hardy tries to clinch up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hardy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hardy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Briggs.
Hardy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Briggs finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hardy looks to score with a jab to the body but Briggs is just out of range.
Hardy wants to clinch but Briggs slips to the side
enabling Briggs to counter with a crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Briggs rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Briggs takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A jab from Briggs misses.
A little feinted left hand from Hardy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Briggs has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Briggs throws an overhand right that lands on Hardy's shoulder, as Hardy tries to avoid the shot.
Hardy looks to land a left hand but Briggs moved out of range nicely.
Hardy throws a jab but it's blocked by Briggs. #T1#
Hardy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Hardy moves into the clinch.
Hardy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hardy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Briggs smiles and moves away. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! Briggs has knocked Hardy down with a huge combo! Briggs steps away and waves a wobbly Hardy back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT2#It looks like Nero Hardy has been cut.
Hardy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Briggs.
Briggs stuns Hardy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Briggs throws an overhand right that lands on Hardy's shoulder, as Hardy tries to avoid the shot.
Briggs misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hardy.
Hardy is looking to counter the offense by Briggs and move into the clinch.
Hardy on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Briggs lands a nice looking body shot.
Hardy dodges the punch combination from Briggs. #T2#
Hardy takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Briggs lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hardy circles away quickly and effectively.
Hardy throws a big shot that misses.
Briggs shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The fighters circling - Briggs throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Hardy moves into the clinch.
Hardy prevents Briggs from breaking the clinch.#TD#
Hardy pulls guard effortlessly.
Briggs wants to stand but Hardy has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Briggs must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Briggs is sitting in close to Hardy's body. Hardy has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Briggs is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Briggs is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Hardy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Nero Hardy!
Our winner, Nero Hardy, 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: DFN 1: MW GP OPENING ROUND
Date: Jun 05, 2021

#R1#
Hardy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Schneider throws a hook to the side of Hardy's head but Hardy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Schneider throws a hook but Hardy blocks it.
Hardy tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Schneider manages to circle out of the way.
Schneider throws a hook but Hardy blocks it.
A quick step to the side and Hardy tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Schneider throws a hook but Hardy avoids it easily.
Schneider keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nice defenses there by Hardy.
Hardy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Schneider.
Schneider misses with an uppercut. Hardy saw that one coming.
Schneider throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hardy on the side of the head. #CL#
Hardy moves into the clinch.#TD#
Hardy manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Schneider wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Hardy's closed guard. He's half up but Hardy has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Hardy pivots and extends the arm, Schneider falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Hardy! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Nero Hardy!
A relieved looking Nero Hardy thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

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