Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: DC 17: New Year, New Me
Date: Jan 01, 2023

#R1#
Dux tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sobhraj defends well and Dux ends up having to push Sobhraj into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sobhraj gets underhooks to prevent Dux's takedown attempt.
Dux goes for a takedown attempt but Sobhraj pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Dux. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Dux shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Dux landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Sobhraj punching from the bottom.
Sobhraj has hold of Dux's hands but Dux slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
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.
Dux lands strikes from half guard.
Dux really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Dux drops an elbow to the side of Sobhraj's head.
Dux 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.
Sobhraj trying to control but Dux postures up.
Dux not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1#
Sobhraj taking some punishment here, with Dux in his half guard.
Dux controlling the action here.
Sobhraj keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Dux prevents Sobhraj from improving his position.
Dux will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dux content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Dux is trying to control the action in half guard but Sobhraj is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Dux lands a nice short elbow.
Dux performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2#
Dux drops an elbow to the side of Sobhraj's head.
Dux looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Sobhraj with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Dux wants to control but Sobhraj is keeping him busy.
Ground and pound from Dux.
Dux performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sobhraj keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T3#
Dux is looking to take a break and control but Sobhraj is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dux wants to pass the guard but Sobhraj is defending well.
Sobhraj is trying to get back to full guard.
Sobhraj on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Sobhraj is trying to get back to full guard.
Dux drops an elbow to the side of Sobhraj's head.
Dux working the head and body with strikes.
Dux scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Sobhraj is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Dux scores with a couple of nice shots.
Dux passes to full mount! #T4#
Dux lands a big shot there that rocks Sobhraj but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Sobhraj is trying desperately to improve position.
Sobhraj tries to lock up and control but Dux gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
BOOM! Dux connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Dux lands a couple of good shots and Sobhraj has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#ROC#Sobhraj is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dux tries to get the hooks in deep but Sobhraj pushed the leg off.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sobhraj is trying to break free.
Sobhraj trying to control the hands but Dux breaks the grip.
Sobhraj is covering up but some of the strikes from Dux are getting through and doing damage.
Sobhraj is still in real trouble! Can Dux finish him?
Dux punishes Sobhraj with strikes from the back mount.
Sobhraj is trapped and Dux is scoring with shots to the head and body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Dux dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Sobhraj wants to clinch up but Dux keeps it at a distance.
Sobhraj seems to have recovered his senses.
Sobhraj stuffs the takedown.
Dux doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Sobhraj counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dux uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sobhraj.
Dux changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dux shoots in but Sobhraj avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Dux. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dux shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dux uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sobhraj.
Sobhraj displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dux.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dux is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Sobhraj.
Charles Sobhraj is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dux shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sobhraj defends it nicely.#T1#
Dux shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dux is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sobhraj can do to turn this around?
Dux fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Frank Dux seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Dux closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Sobhraj did well to prevent Dux getting side control.
Sobhraj wants to control but Dux is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Frank Dux overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sobhraj wants to improve his position but Dux is controlling well.
Dux working over Sobhraj with some ground and pound. Sobhraj looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Dux takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Dux is trying to control the action in half guard but Sobhraj is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Sobhraj looking for submissions off his back.
Dux passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Sobhraj! #T2#
Dux lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Dux avoids the attempt from Sobhraj to control.
Dux with a couple of short strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dux working Sobhraj over with strikes here.
Dux with the ground and pound from mount.
Sobhraj tries to hold on but Dux pushes him away.
Dux is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Sobhraj tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sobhraj keeps trying to improve his position.#T3#
Sobhraj wants to control but Dux is having none of it.
Dux tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dux is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Sobhraj is in a horrible position here. Dux smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Dux controlling his opponent.
Dux scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Sobhraj?
Dux punishing his opponent with strikes.
Dux trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
Dux scoring with strikes but Sobhraj is staying in there.
Dux looking to control but Sobhraj is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Sobhraj really wants to buck Dux off and get back to his feet.
Dux tries to control but Sobhraj wriggling away.
Dux lands with some strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sobhraj wants to control but Dux is having none of it.
Dux with a couple of short strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Dux dominated that second 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. 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#
Dux tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sobhraj defends well and Dux ends up having to push Sobhraj into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sobhraj stops a takedown attempt from Dux.
Dux is working for takedown but Sobhraj is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Dux. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sobhraj misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dux can't get the takedown.
Dux takes a shot to the head.
Dux is looking for a takedown.
I was talking to Dux's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Sobhraj is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Dux drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dux can't get the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sobhraj will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Dux up against the cage.
Sobhraj goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sobhraj is pressed up against the cage. Dux has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Sobhraj down to the mat. Sobhraj avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T1#
Sobhraj with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Dux avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dux shoots for a takedown but Sobhraj saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sobhraj looks to land a left hand but Dux moved out of range nicely.
Dux dives in and grabs Sobhraj's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sobhraj pushes down on Dux's head and hops out.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sobhraj looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dux drops down looking for a counter takedown but Sobhraj sprawls and moves away.
Dux dives in for a single leg takedown but Sobhraj sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Dux has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sobhraj is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Sobhraj tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dux is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sobhraj pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Dux goes for a takedown in the clinch but Sobhraj prevents it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dux is looking to take this one to the mat.
Charles Sobhraj has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Sobhraj just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dux's brow.
Sobhraj lands a left hand.
Sobhraj misses with the head strike.
Dux drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Sobhraj gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Dux looking for a takedown.
Dux tries to score a body lock takedown but Sobhraj shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Dux changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Sobhraj fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL2#
Sobhraj rushes Dux and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Dux is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sobhraj is defending well.
Still in the clinch, Sobhraj scores with a nice short uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sobhraj swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Sobhraj's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dux will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T3##CL2#
Sobhraj forces Dux back against the cage and clinches.
Sobhraj pushes Dux back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Dux is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sobhraj is defending well.
Sobhraj lands an elbow inside that Dux shrugs off.
Dux is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD#
Dux has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Sobhraj clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Sobhraj is really stuck here.
Dux punches Sobhraj on the ear.
Dux avoiding Sobhraj 's attempts to control his hands.
Dux controlling well, preventing Sobhraj from escaping the position.
Sobhraj is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Dux off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
This has been an exciting period of action!#T4#
Dux just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Dux is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
You can see the frustration on Sobhraj's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Dux.
Dux controlling the position well here. Sobhraj rolled but Dux kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Dux lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Sobhraj is in bad spot here.
Frank Dux is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.

And that's the end of the fight!
Charles Sobhraj comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Dux 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: DC Sunday Sesh 5
Date: Dec 11, 2022

#R1#
Sobhraj misses with a body shot.
Lapierre on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A jab from Lapierre misses.
A big right from Lapierre misses. #CL2#
Sobhraj clinches with his opponent.
Sobhraj lands an elbow inside that Lapierre shrugs off.
Sobhraj is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Lapierre is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sobhraj pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Lapierre is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Verney Lapierre. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sobhraj lands a left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Lapierre gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Sobhraj regains guard. #SUB2#
Sobhraj is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lapierre is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Sobhraj is looking for a triangle but Lapierre pushes his legs off easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Sobhraj had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lapierre defends it easily.#T1#
Lapierre looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Sobhraj escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lapierre gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Sobhraj working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lapierre doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lapierre manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lapierre controlling from the top position. #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.
Lapierre postures up.
Lapierre slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Lapierre might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Lapierre thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Lapierre slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Sobhraj looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T3#
Lapierre controlling from the top position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#SUB2#
Sobhraj throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lapierre controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Decent striking displayed by Sobhraj there.
Sobhraj throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #T4#
Sobhraj tries to close the distance and clinch but Lapierre swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sobhraj looks to score with a jab to the body but Lapierre is just out of range.
Lapierre lands a head shot.
Sobhraj takes one on the button.
Lapierre throws a shot from downtown. Sobhraj moves away and avoids it.
Sobhraj misses with a hook. Lapierre ducked under it nicely.
Lapierre throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lapierre misses with a hook.
Sobhraj throws an overhand right that lands on Lapierre's shoulder, as Lapierre tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lapierre's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sobhraj connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lapierre scrambles back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Sobhraj drives through and clinches with Lapierre against the cage.
Sobhraj prevents a takedown attempt there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Charles Sobhraj 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#
Sobhraj misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sobhraj scores with a shot to the body.
Sobhraj dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lapierre misses with an uppercut
and Sobhraj counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sobhraj comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sobhraj defending well as Lapierre loads up on a big left hand.
Lapierre misses with a straight right.
Charles Sobhraj seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sobhraj throws out a powerful jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sobhraj swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lapierre is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sobhraj.
Sobhraj is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Sobhraj waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lapierre.
Lapierre is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lapierre avoids the body shot from Sobhraj. #T1#
Sobhraj just misses with a punch to the body.
Sobhraj misses the shot to the body.
Lapierre uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sobhraj.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sobhraj. Lapierre does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lapierre throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lapierre moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Sobhraj throws the left hand but Lapierre avoids the punch easily.
Lapierre swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sobhraj defending well as Lapierre loads up on a big left hand.
We've been told by Lapierre's head coaches at ubergym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#CL2#
Sobhraj gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Sobhraj breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lapierre misses with a hook
enabling Sobhraj to counter with a crisp jab.
Sobhraj has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T2#
Sobhraj tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lapierre manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lapierre throwing a counter right hand but Sobhraj manages to avoid it.
Sobhraj slips under a jab from Lapierre.
Sobhraj scores with a nice head shot.
Lapierre misses with a hook
and Sobhraj counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sobhraj connects with a right that clearly hurt Lapierre. He's backed up against the cage with nowhere to go as Sobhraj proceeds to tee off with vicious combinations till Lapierre collapses and taps out under the pressure!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Charles Sobhraj!
A very excited looking Charles Sobhraj made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: DC 5: Doncic vs Silva
Date: Nov 05, 2022

#R1#
Sokol throws a sloppy head kick and Sobhraj moves out of range easily.
Sobhraj misses with a straight left.
Sobhraj takes a kick to the side of the head.
Sobhraj just misses with a punch to the body.
Sokol plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#TD2#
Sokol shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Sobhraj napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sobhraj tries to improve position but can't.
Sokol wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sobhraj keeps working.
Sobhraj is trying to improve his position.
Sokol working the ground and pound from side control.
Sobhraj stops Sokol from passing to mount.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sokol scoring with punches and elbows.
Sobhraj is pushing Sokol's head away, looking to escape. Sokol manages to hold on to the position though.
Sobhraj is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #T1#
Sobhraj takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#ROC2#Sobhraj is rocked!
Sobhraj dodges the ground and pound from Sokol.
Sobhraj can't do much from the bottom here.
Sokol creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Oh Sobhraj is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sokol grinds an elbow into Sobhraj's temple.
Sokol working the body and head with strikes.
The ground and pound from Sokol seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Sobhraj seems to have got his legs back now.
Sobhraj tries to improve position but can't.
Sokol landing a few strikes.
Sokol scoring with punches from side control.
Sobhraj takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Sokol working the head and body with strikes. #T2#
Sobhraj is trying to get back to half guard.
Sokol scoring with punches and elbows.
Sokol is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Sobhraj taking punishment in the form of punches.
Sobhraj taking a bit of punishment here - Sokol scoring with strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sobhraj is trying to control Sokol's posture but Sokol avoids it.
Sokol cracks Sobhraj with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Sokol immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Sobhraj is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Sokol!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jan Sokol!

Event: Bellicose 145
Date: Oct 01, 2022

#R1#
Sobhraj is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Sobhraj swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #TD#
Sobhraj throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Davis was covering up waiting for the punch and Sobhraj finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Our spies down at at 3Band MMA inform us that Davis has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Sobhraj preventing the sweep.
Sobhraj pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Davis is keeping the position for now.
Sobhraj scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Davis looking for a sweep. Not yet Davis, not yet.
Davis working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB2#
Davis has his foot on Sobhraj's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sobhraj works his way back into a safe position though.
Davis has momentary wrist control but Sobhraj slips an elbow through the middle.
Davis is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Davis is on top in guard. #REVB#
Sobhraj not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Davis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sobhraj pulls Davis in to control the position.
Davis trying to control but Sobhraj is working from the bottom.
Sobhraj is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Sobhraj is trying to keep Davis in close.
Sobhraj 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#
Davis avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sobhraj trying to control the position.
Davis trying to control but Sobhraj is working from the bottom.
Davis wants to pass the guard but Sobhraj is keeping the position.#T3#
Davis trying to control the position from guard on top but Sobhraj is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB#
Sobhraj has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Davis can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Davis trying to control but Sobhraj is working from the bottom.
Davis pushes down on Sobhraj's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sobhraj keeping control of the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sobhraj trying to control here.
Davis not doing much here. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sobhraj is trying to get back to full guard.
Sobhraj trying to control but Davis postures up.
Sobhraj is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Davis stalks Sobhraj and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Sobhraj's face. Sobhraj staggers backwards, shaken.#CL#
Davis tries to keep at a distance but Sobhraj has taken the fight into the clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sobhraj creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Sobhraj is trying to drag Davis to the mat but Davis just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Sobhraj slowing the pace effectively.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jackson Davis will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Sobhraj keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Davis paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#TD#
Davis gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.

Davis manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Sobhraj takes a swing at Davis's ribcage but misses.
Davis lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Davis is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Davis rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sobhraj moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short right from Sobhraj on the inside.
Sobhraj creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Davis is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Davis throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sobhraj.
Sobhraj is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Davis gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Davis lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Sobhraj.#T1#
Sobhraj is stalling here.
Sobhraj drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Charles Sobhraj. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sobhraj lands a right hand.
Sobhraj is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Sobhraj changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Davis fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Sobhraj fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Davis manages to avoid it.
Sobhraj on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Sobhraj lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice sprawl there from Davis as Sobhraj shoots in.
Davis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sobhraj.
Davis throws out a powerful jab.
Davis fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sobhraj on the side of the head.
No joy there for Davis, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A decent looking cross lands there for Davis.#T2#
Davis darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sobhraj shoots in for a double leg but Davis sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Davis connects with a jab.
Davis lands with an uppercut that bounces Sobhraj off the cage and back into range.
Davis avoids the body shot from Sobhraj.
Davis lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Davis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sobhraj manages to avoid it.
Sobhraj gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Davis.
Sobhraj takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Davis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Davis connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Davis cracks Sobhraj with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sobhraj chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Davis can pounce on him. #TD#
Sobhraj looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Davis!

Davis bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Davis lands with a slapping head kick. #T3#
Sobhraj takes a swing at Davis's ribcage but misses.
Sobhraj throws a lazy uppercut
and Davis counters with a nice uppercut.
Davis lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#TD2#
Davis closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Sobhraj's guard.
Sobhraj trying to keep a closed guard but Davis is proving a slippery customer.
Sobhraj seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Davis looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Sobhraj looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Jackson Davis has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sobhraj is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Davis throwing strikes from guard but Sobhraj blocks nicely.
Davis throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Sobhraj looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Sobhraj looking for a guillotine here but Davis defends easily.
Davis throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Davis trying to control the position from guard on top but Sobhraj is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Davis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sobhraj is keeping the position for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jackson Davis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Sobhraj's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Sobhraj goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Sobhraj takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sobhraj punishes Davis's body with a nice straight punch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Davis.
Davis blocks a jab.
Sobhraj slips under a jab.
Jackson Davis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Davis misses with a few strikes there.
Sobhraj missing with a left hand there. Davis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Davis throws a big shot that misses.
Sobhraj looks to score with a jab to the body but Davis is just out of range.
Davis swings widly with a right hand #CL#
and Sobhraj counters by moving into the clinch.
Sobhraj avoiding damage. #BC2#
Davis manages to break the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Davis lands with a cross.
Sobhraj shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Davis pinned against the cage. Davis gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Sobhraj takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Davis connects with a crisp jab.
Sobhraj throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Davis's waist but Davis gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sobhraj off to one side.
Davis cracks Sobhraj with a right hand to the side of the head.
A jab from Sobhraj misses.
Davis dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Sobhraj manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Davis on his heels. He'll look to pass Davis's guard now, I'm sure.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Davis is on top in guard. #REVB#
Davis not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Davis throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2##SUB#
Davis avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Davis won't allow Sobhraj to sweep him here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sobhraj is on top in guard. #REVR#
Sobhraj is fighting to break Davis's control of his arms but Davis is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Davis is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Sobhraj frees his head nicely. Oh but Davis has switched to an armbar! Sobhraj is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Jackson Davis!

Event: Bellicose 135 - Prospects 12
Date: Aug 26, 2022

#R1#
Sobhraj's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Sobhraj duly obliges.
Sean Dash seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Dash instigates a clinch.
Sobhraj is looking to take this one to the mat.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dash.
Dash tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dash swings wildly with an uppercut but Sobhraj uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sobhraj is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dash pulls him back up using the underhooks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dash.
Sobhraj lands a shoulder strike.
Dash lands a left hand.
Sobhraj tries for a takedown. No joy.
Sean Dash has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charles Sobhraj.
Dash is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Sobhraj drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Dash gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Dash misses with the head strike.
Sobhraj looking for a takedown.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dash tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD2#
Sobhraj turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#SUB2#
Sobhraj working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Dash is trying to improve his position.
Dash knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Sobhraj on the ground.
Dash is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Dash stops Sobhraj from passing to mount.
Dash is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Sobhraj is controlling him well.#SUB2#
Sobhraj is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dash is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Dash is trying to buck Sobhraj off.#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.
Dash is not content to let Sobhraj control the position.
Dash is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sobhraj wants to take a breather but Dash manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Sobhraj.
Dash keeping moving, preventing Sobhraj from controlling successfully. #T3#
Sobhraj trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Sobhraj wants to control from the top but Dash keeps moving.
Sobhraj working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dash utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sobhraj trying to control the position from guard on top but Dash is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sobhraj is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Sobhraj stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dash swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Dash loads up on a big right hand but Sobhraj slips the punch.
Sobhraj throws a body punch but Dash moves out of range.
Dash fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dash feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sobhrajs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sobhraj drops his hands momentarily and Dash takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL2#
Sobhraj has closed the distance and engaged Dash in a clinch.
Sobhraj blocks an uppercut.
Sobhraj throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Dash fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dash misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Sobhraj has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Dash regains guard immediately.
Sobhraj postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dash might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sobhraj trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sobhraj throws a big elbow that misses.
Dash keeping moving, preventing Sobhraj from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Sean Dash will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Dash is looking to clinch but Sobhraj is avoiding it.
Sobhraj shoots in looking for a takedown but Dash manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sobhraj's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sobhraj misses with a hook. Dash ducked under it nicely. #CL2#
Sobhraj pushes Dash up against the cage in a clinch.
Sobhraj lands with a right to the head.
Dash misses with some punches.
Stalling in the clinch from Sobhraj.
A short left from Sobhraj.
Dash prevents the takedown attempt.
Sobhraj has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Dash after a bit of a struggle.
Sean Dash has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charles Sobhraj.
Sobhraj stalling against the cage. #BC#
Dash breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sobhraj circles away from the clinch attempt.
Sobhraj changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Dash slaps away a takedown attempt from Sobhraj, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Sobhraj has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sobhraj there as he acknowledges the shot.
Dash lands a head shot.#T1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sobhraj.
Dash throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And Sobhraj tries to counter it with a takedown but Dash pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sobhraj is trying hard to land a takedown here. Dash sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Dash changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Sobhraj shoots in looking for a takedown. Dash tries to sprawl out of it but Sobhraj keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dash manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sobhraj fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Dash appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dash displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sobhraj.
Sobhraj is breathing heavily.
Good standup being displayed there by Dash as he connects with a hook.
Sean Dash is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good shot there by Dash.
Sobhraj dives in and grabs Dash's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dash pushes down on Sobhraj's head and hops out.
Dash fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sobhraj avoids it really well and circles away.
Dash will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T2#
Nice takedown defense from Dash. No joy for Sobhraj on that attempt.
Sobhraj walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Dash throws a hook but Sobhraj blocks it.#CL#
Sobhraj tries to keep at a distance but Dash has taken the fight into the clinch.
Sobhraj is looking to take this one to the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stalling in the clinch from Dash.
Dash misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sean Dash has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Dash has had enough of the clinch but Sobhraj keeps him there for the moment.
Dash is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Dash lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Dash lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sobhraj has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Dash is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Dash misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sobhraj can't get the takedown.
Dash working aggressively here.
Dash working aggressively here. #T3#
Dash has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Sobhraj is looking to take this one to the mat.
Dash swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dash swings wildly with an uppercut but Sobhraj uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dash.
Sobhraj blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sobhraj keeps control of Dash as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Dash has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Sobhraj tries for a takedown. No joy. #BC#
Dash pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dash is looking to clinch but Sobhraj is avoiding it.
Dash lands a jab to the nose.
A head kick misses from Dash.
Sobhraj feints the counter takedown.
Sobhraj keeps the fight on the outside.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sobhraj.
Dash scores with a nice head shot.#T4##CL#
Dash closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sobhraj blocking some punches.
Dash throws a head punch that misses.
Sobhraj tries to work over Dash's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dash looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Sobhraj tries for a takedown. No joy.
Sobhraj keeps control of Dash as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Dash misses with the head strike.
Sobhraj has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Dash seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Sobhraj can turn it around.
Dash is trying to break free.
Sobhraj drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #TD2#
Sobhraj works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Dash manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
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!
Dash is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sobhraj can do to turn this around?
Dash prevents a takedown attempt there.
Dash wants to break the clinch but can't.
Sobhraj looking to slow down the pace here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sean Dash dominated that second round.
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#
A jab from Dash finds it's way through Sobhraj's defenses.
Sobhraj misses with a body shot.
Sobhraj lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Dash with a jab.
Dash's corner calls for a 1-2. Dash obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Sobhraj gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Dash scores with a jab. Sobhraj acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Dash wants to clinch up but Sobhraj keeps it at a distance.#TD2#
Sobhraj drives through with a takedown into Dash's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.

Dash has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Sobhraj has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sobhraj is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Dash is defending well.
Dash lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dash lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Dash misses with some punches.
Dash struggles to land a body shot inside as Sobhraj controls his hands.
Dash gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Sobhraj. #T1#
Sobhraj is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Dash is keeping busy.
Dash pushes Sobhraj back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Sobhraj takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sobhraj blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sobhraj's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dash blocks a body shot from Sobhraj. #BC#
Dash breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dash scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Dash is looking to clinch.
Dash is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Dash lands a jab.
Dash lands an overhand right.
Dash wants to clinch up but Sobhraj keeps it at a distance.
Good standup being displayed there by Dash as he connects with a hook.
Dash shoots in looking for a takedown. Sobhraj tries to sprawl out of it but Dash keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sobhraj manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T2##CL2#
Sobhraj clinches with his opponent.
Sobhraj tries for a takedown. No joy.
Sean Dash has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charles Sobhraj.#BC#
Dash manages to break the clinch.
Dash tries to close the distance and clinch but Sobhraj swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dash moves in looking to clinch but Sobhraj pushes him off.
Dash connects with a single shot there.
Sobhraj fails with the takedown.
Dash scores with a jab. Sobhraj acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Sobhraj avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Dash has taken the fight to the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dash.
Dash working hard to break the clinch.#T3#
Sobhraj is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Dash is defending well.
Sobhraj wants a takedown.
Sobhraj fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dash swings wildly with an uppercut but Sobhraj uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sobhraj is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dash pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Sobhraj goes for a takedown attempt but Dash pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Dash connects with a looping right hand.
Charles Sobhraj has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sobhraj takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sobhraj closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Sean Dash is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dash's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sobhraj under the eye.#CL#
Dash instigates a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sobhraj.
Sobhraj has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dash misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sobhraj looking to slow down the pace here.#BC#
Dash breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T4#
Sobhraj tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dash swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dash takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Sobhraj closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Sobhraj lands in his opponent's guard.
Sobhraj has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sobhraj landing some decent shots from guard.
Sobhraj trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sobhraj accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Sobhraj won't allow Dash to get back to his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sean Dash showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dash, 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:28
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sean Dash!
Sean Dash really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Brooklyn Threads logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: Bellicose 119
Date: Jul 09, 2022

#R1#
Nice body punch from Barella.
Sobhraj displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Barella.
Barella shoots in looking for a takedown. Sobhraj tries to sprawl out of it but Barella keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sobhraj manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sobhraj will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Barella shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sobhraj as he avoids it easily.
Sobhraj tries to counter with a takedown but Barella is quick to defend against it.
Charles Sobhraj has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sonny Barella.
Sobhraj smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sobhraj throws a looping overhand right but Barella ducks down to avoid it.
Barella is trying hard to land a takedown here. Sobhraj sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Barella wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barella fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sonny Barella seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barella wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Barella wants to clinch.#T1#
No joy there for Barella, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A big left from Sobhraj misses.
Sobhraj cracks a nice hook into Barella's ribs.
Sobhraj connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Barella momentarily.
Barella throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Barella fails to land with a series of punches.
Sobhraj fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barella manages to avoid it.
Barella dives in for a single leg takedown but Sobhraj sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Sobhraj tries to counter with a takedown but Barella is quick to defend against it.
Sobhraj swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Barella throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sobhraj.
Barella tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sobhraj manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sobhraj takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Sobhraj dives in for a single leg takedown but Barella sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Sobhraj is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Sobhraj is working for takedown but Barella is calmly controlling the position for now.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sobhraj drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Our sources have told us that Sobhraj has been working on his elbows in the gym.#TD#
Barella is fighting off a takedown attempt but Sobhraj is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Barella to the mat. Barella regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Sobhraj looking to sit in guard and control but Barella gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Sobhraj wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Sobhraj is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Barella in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Barella with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Sobhraj is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Barella defends well.#SUB#
Sobhraj throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T3#
Sobhraj 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.
Barella slips nicely into half guard.
Barella is thwarting Sobhraj's attempts to control the position.
Barella is looking to take a break and control but Sobhraj is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Barella 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. #SUB2#
Barella is trying to work for a kimura but Sobhraj is defending well. #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.
Barella thows a huge punch but Sobhraj dodges it nicely.
Sobhraj wants to get back to his feet.
Barella trying to control from Sobhraj's half guard. Sobhraj has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Barella with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Barella 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.
Barella has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Sobhraj has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Barella can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Sobhraj looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
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 Charles Sobhraj will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Sobhraj shoots in looking for a takedown. Barella tries to sprawl out of it but Sobhraj keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Barella manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A right-left combo lands from Barella.
Barella tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sobhraj defends well and Barella ends up having to push Sobhraj into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Barella closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Sobhraj is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Barella wants to take a breather but Sobhraj is having none of it.
Barella might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Sobhraj haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sobhraj is pressing down on Barella's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Barella slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Barella is looking to take a break and control but Sobhraj is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Sobhraj is trying to control Barella's posture but Barella avoids it. #SUB2#
Barella is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sobhraj has escaped the position, nice work there.
Sobhraj gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Barella is working for a submission of some sort.
Barella is thwarting Sobhraj's attempts to control the position.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sobhraj is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Barella is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Well, if Barella 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Sobhraj is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Barella pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Barella is trying to work for a kimura but Sobhraj is defending well.
Sobhraj is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Barella is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sobhraj defends it well. #T3##SUB#
Sobhraj looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Barella is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sobhraj has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Barella is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sobhraj is just riding it out for now. Barella eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Barella is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Barella 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. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sobhraj wants to control but Barella is keeping busy. #ES#
Sobhraj manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Barella keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Sobhraj is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Barella is defending well.
Barella tries to stall but Sobhraj uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Sobhraj gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Barella is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sobhraj's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sobhraj's back!
Barella has the hooks in. Sobhraj is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sonny Barella showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Barella looks for a takedown but Sobhraj sprawls well.
Barella wants to clinch.
Sobhraj throws a body shot but no joy.
Sobhraj throws an overhand right that lands on Barella's shoulder, as Barella tries to avoid the shot.
Barella uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sobhraj.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Barella!
Sobhraj slips a jab and a cross from Barella.
Sobhraj half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Sobhraj misses with a jab, cross combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barella tries to clinch but Sobhraj moves out of range. #TD2#
Barella looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Sobhraj!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Barella tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Sobhraj is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Sobhraj is not content to let Barella control the position. #SUB2#
Barella wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sobhraj, who protects the arm well.
Sobhraj is pushing Barella's head away, looking to escape. Barella manages to hold on to the position though.
Sobhraj tries to bench press Barella off him but Barella keeps the position.
Barella advances to mount. #SUB2#
Barella is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Sobhraj is surviving well by controlling Barella's body position as best he can.
Sobhraj tries to improve his position but instead Barella has taken his back! #T2##SUB2#
Sobhraj is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Barella gets his way!
Sobhraj is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Sobhraj is working hard here to advance position.
Sobhraj is trying to get back to his feet but Barella has full control of the position and if anything, Sobhraj has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Sobhraj just trying to survive but Barella is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB2#
Barella has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Sobhraj rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Sobhraj is trying to get back to full guard.#T3##SUB2#
Barella is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Barella is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Barella wants to take a breather but Sobhraj is having none of it. #SUB2#
Barella wants to work for an arm triangle but Sobhraj is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Sobhraj actively working from the bottom here.
Sobhraj wants to control but Barella is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Sobhraj looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Barella is keen to just control but Sobhraj is a slippery customer.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sobhraj trying to hold on to Barella's head to control him but Barella postures up.
Sobhraj looks like he's trying to stand up.
Sobhraj tries to roll over but Barella keeps him under control.
Sobhraj wants to control but Barella is keeping busy.
Barella blocks the strikes from Sobhraj. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barella fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sonny Barella comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Barella 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sonny Barella!
A very excited looking Sonny Barella 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: Bellicose 108
Date: Jun 10, 2022

#R1#
Driesen walks into a left hand.
Sobhraj throws out a loose jab but Driesen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Driesen tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Sobhraj manages to circle out of the way.
Driesen uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sobhraj.
Driesen dodges the punch combination from Sobhraj.
Sobhraj throws a right and a left that both miss.
Driesen scores with a shot to the body.
Driesen just misses with a punch to the body.
Driesen with a lazy takedown attempt
and Sobhraj counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Charles Sobhraj seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sobhraj darts in looking for a takedown but Driesen gets double underhooks and turns Sobhraj into the cage.
Driesen wants to slow Sobhraj down by chopping away at his legs.
Sobhraj looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Driesen definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sobhraj throws a lazy right hand but Driesen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Driesen is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Sobhraj.
Sobhraj doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Driesen counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Driesen.
Driesen lands a body shot in the clinch. #T1#
Driesen leaning his opponent against the cage.
Sobhraj jumps guard but Driesen stands there with Sobhraj around his waist. Sobhraj gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Van Driesen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charles Sobhraj.
Driesen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Driesen swings wildly with an uppercut but Sobhraj uses good head movement to avoid it.
Driesen will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Sobhraj up against the cage.
Sobhraj misses with a hook from the clinch.
Driesen controlling the action here for a moment.
Driesen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sobhraj's elbow. #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.
Driesen is pushing Sobhraj up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Sobhraj goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sobhraj lands an uppercut.
Sobhraj told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Driesen takes a shot to the head.
Sobhraj misses with a short punch on the inside.
Driesen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Driesen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sobhraj is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Sobhraj has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Driesen avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Driesen displaying some good clinch control by pressing Sobhraj up against the cage.
Driesen has Sobhraj pushed against the cage.#T3#
Sobhraj fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Sobhraj has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Driesen is trying to keep an underhook but Sobhraj manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Sobhraj wants to pass the guard but Driesen is defending well.
Driesen works his way to full guard. Good work.
Sobhraj trying to control but Driesen is working from the bottom.
Driesen bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sobhraj's guard. #REVR#
Driesen advances position into side control!
Sobhraj is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Driesen off and has taken his back!#T4#
You can see the frustration on Driesen's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB2#
Sobhraj has got one arm under Driesen's chin. This could be trouble... Driesen trying to control the other hand but Sobhraj gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Driesen has tapped out! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Charles Sobhraj!
Charles Sobhraj decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Bellicose 89
Date: Apr 30, 2022

#R1#
Sobhraj closes the distance and clinches up with Sykora, looking for a takedown. Sobhraj pushes Sykora against the cage but Sykora circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sykora displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sobhraj.
Sobhraj swats away the attempt to clinch by Sykora.
Sykora fakes the leg kick and cracks Sobhraj in the body.
We've been hearing reports that Sobhraj has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD2#
Sobhraj gets caught flat footed, as Sykora shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Sykora throwing strikes from guard but Sobhraj blocks nicely.
Sykora is looking to stand up but Sobhraj won't let him. #SUB2#
Sykora drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Sobhraj dives on top into guard.#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sobhraj not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sykora looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sobhraj is in close to Sykora's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T1#
Sykora wants to stand and escape but Sobhraj is having none of it.
Sobhraj trying to control the position from guard on top but Sykora is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sobhraj sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sykora's guard.
Sykora looks like he's trying to stand up.
Sykora is not content to let Sobhraj control the position.
Ground and pound from Sobhraj.
Sykora tries to kick Sobhraj off but Sobhraj keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Sobhraj takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T2#
Sykora pushes Sobhraj off looking to stand but Sobhraj dives back in and keeps control.
Sobhraj working the head and body with strikes.
Ground and pound from Sobhraj.
Sykora wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Sobhraj is working for a kimura but Sykora is defending it quite comfortably.
Sobhraj lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Sobhraj is looking for a kimura but Sykora is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sobhraj to get the leverage.
Sykora is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Sobhraj scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Sobhraj is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Sobhraj is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sykora defends it well. #T3#
Sykora looks like he's trying to stand up.
Sykora is in trouble now - Sobhraj has advanced to mount!
Sykora really wants to buck Sobhraj off and get back to his feet.
Sobhraj landing punches.
Sobhraj moves to back control. #SUB#
Sobhraj patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#ES2#
Sykora is trying to get back to his feet. He's worked up on to his knees and now he's on his feet with his head on the canvas, trying to shake Sobhraj off. It looks like it's working - Sobhraj slides off, much to his dismay, and we're back to standing! Sykora displaying calm under pressure there. #T4#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sobhraj.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Charles Sobhraj. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Sykora closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sykora stalling against the cage.
Sykora tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sykora using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Sobhraj has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Sobhraj taking a breather.
Sykora tries to land knees in the clinch but Sobhraj avoids the damage to the body.
Sykora scores with a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Charles Sobhraj has been cut.
Sykora using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Sobhraj has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Sobhraj looking for a takedown.
Sykora crunches a lovely knee into Sobhraj's ribcage.
Sykora prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sobhraj blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sykora with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Sykora tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Sobhraj avoids 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 Charles Sobhraj will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Charles Sobhraj's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Sobhraj has a takedown stuffed.
Sykora scores with a kick to the body.
Sobhraj steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sykora. That one must have hurt.
Michal Sykora seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sobhraj is defended easily by Sykora.
Sobhraj connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sykora. Sykora circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body kick from Sykora.
Sobhraj takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Sykora tries to clinch up.
Sykora lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sobhraj takes a step back to recover.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD2#
Sykora shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Sobhraj napping and manages to drive through into side control!#T1##SUB2#
Sykora is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sobhraj is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sobhraj tries to bench press Sykora off him but Sykora keeps the position. #SUB2#
Sykora wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sobhraj, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Sykora is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sobhraj knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sobhraj sneaks back into half guard.
Sobhraj tries to roll over but Sykora keeps him under control.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sykora not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sykora seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Sobhraj regains full guard. Nicely done.
Sykora trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sykora trying to control the position from guard on top but Sobhraj is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sykora tries to stand but Sobhraj is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Sobhraj is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SU2#
Sykora decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #T3#
A slapping leg kick lands for Sykora.
Sobhraj uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sykora.
Sobhraj shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sykora defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Charles Sobhraj. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters circling a little - Sykora finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Michal Sykora is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sykora throws a front kick that sends Sobhraj stumbling back into the cage.
Sykora lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sobhraj takes a step back to recover.
The fighters circling - Sobhraj throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sykora goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Sykora scores with a push kick.
Sykora scores with a kick to the midsection.#T4#
A slapping body kick lands there for Sykora.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sykora lands with a kick to the ribs.
Sykora keeps Sobhraj at a distance using the push kick.
Sobhraj steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sykora. That one must have hurt.
Michal Sykora seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sykora lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Sykora connects with a solid leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sykora.
Sobhraj shoots in for a double leg but Sykora sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Sykora scoring well with a low kick there.
Sykora thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Sobhraj if he has to take too many more of those.
Sobhraj blocks a head kick by Sykora.
Sobhraj attempts a counter takedown but Sykora avoids it well and moves away.
Sykora pushes Sobhraj away with a front kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Sykora.
Sykora fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sobhraj has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michal Sykora showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Charles Sobhraj's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Crunch! Sykora slams his shin into Sobhraj's torso.
Sobhraj on the wrong end of a kick to the body. #KD2#
Sykora lands a big head kick that sends Sobhraj tumbling to the mat! Sykora takes a step backwards and waves Sobhraj back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Sobhraj is rocked!
Sykora throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Oh Sobhraj is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sobhraj drops his hands momentarily and Sykora needs no second invitation. He sets himself and throws a perfect high kick, that clips Sobhraj just on the top of the head. Sobhraj drops like a sack of potatoes to the canvas, out cold! Oooooooh yeah! Stick a fork in Sobhraj - he's done!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Michal Sykora!

Event: Bellicose 80
Date: Mar 19, 2022

#R1#
Sobhraj chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sasaki can pounce on him.
Nice defenses there by Sasaki.
Sasaki scores with a spinning back kick!
Sasaki throws a nice looking combination but Sobhraj bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sasaki scores with the left hand. Sobhraj knows he should have avoided that one. #ROC2#Sobhraj is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Charles Sobhraj has been cut.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sasaki darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Oh Sobhraj is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sasaki's coach down at Brooklyn Mixed Martial Arts was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Sasaki's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Sasaki tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #KD2#
Sasaki drops Sobhraj with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Sobhraj looks back up at him and smiles so Sasaki waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sasaki thumps Sobhraj with a low kick.
Sobhraj walks straight into a right hand from Sasaki - that's dropped him! Sasaki jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Sobhraj from any more punishment! Sobhraj 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 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Pee Wee Sasaki!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Pee Wee Sasaki waved his t-shirt featuring Brooklyn Threads's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: Romero vs Bogachev
Date: Feb 13, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Sobhraj bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Barella trying to control but Sobhraj flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!#SUB2#
Sobhraj has the hooks in. Barella is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. Sobhraj passes his arm under Barella's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, Barella taps!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Charles Sobhraj!
Charles Sobhraj seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Bellicose - Dunbar vs Ramano
Date: Jan 22, 2022

#R1#
Sobhraj bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD2#
Sobhraj gets caught napping as Kamara dives in and scores a takedown. Sobhraj manages to retain guard.
Kamara wants to get up but he can't break Sobhraj's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Sobhraj is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sobhraj keeping moving, preventing Kamara from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kamara tries to free his leg and advance position but Sobhraj is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamara is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Sobhraj controlling the position.#SUB#
Sobhraj is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sobhraj avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Kamara tries to free his leg and advance position but Sobhraj is retaining full guard.
Sobhraj has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Sobhraj is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kamara is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Sobhraj thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kamara misses with a wild body shot.
Sobhraj shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kamara sprawls well. Kamara wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sobhraj gets slowly back to his feet.
Kamara tries a quick counter leg kick but Sobhraj is wise to it.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sobhraj keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sobhraj fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kamara shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sobhraj but Sobhraj pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kamara defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sobhraj.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Charles Sobhraj. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kamara tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sobhraj was well out of range. Poor timing from Kamara.
Kamara has a takedown stuffed.
Sobhraj misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
Sobhraj moves into the clinch.#T3#
Kamara misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sobhraj fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kamara prevents a body shot from Sobhraj.
Sobhraj doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kamara tries to pull guard but Sobhraj holds him up against the cage and eventually Kamara drops back down to his feet.
I was talking to Sobhraj's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sobhraj.
Kamara wants a takedown but no success here.
Good body shot from Sobhraj.
Kamara misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kamara jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Sobhraj walks away with a smile on his face. Kamara gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Kamara blocks a leg kick.#CL#
Sobhraj clinches up with Kamara and pushes him back against the cage.
Sobhraj misses with a body punch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Sobhraj.
Kamara wants to break free but Sobhraj has control.
Sobhraj just leaning against Kamara, taking a breather. #T4#
Sobhraj lands a nice uppercut.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kamara can't get the takedown.
Sobhraj scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sobhraj has Kamara pushed against the cage.
Sobhraj digs a right hand into Kamara's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kamara's gas tank.
Sobhraj lands with a left to the head.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Sobhraj takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Kamara is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sobhraj pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Kamara blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sobhraj struggles to land a body shot inside as Kamara controls his hands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sobhraj lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kamara fails to pull guard.
Sobhraj lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Sobhraj fails to land.
Sobhraj misses with a body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Charles Sobhraj dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Kamara will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #TD#
Sobhraj shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kamara napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Kamara is trying to improve his position.
Kamara sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Sobhraj not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kamara moves into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamara is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sobhraj makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T1#
Sobhraj trying to control the position from guard on top but Kamara is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sobhraj looking to sit in guard and control but Kamara gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SU2#
Kamara stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Sobhraj tries to clinch but Kamara is having none of it.
Kamara stuffs the takedown.
Kamara fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sobhraj manages to avoid it.
It looked like Sobhraj was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kamara.
Kamara fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kamara has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Sobhraj is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Kamara throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sobhraj.
Sobhraj throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Kamara counters with a takedown into side control.
Sobhraj throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land. #T2##SUB2#
Kamara is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sobhraj knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sobhraj tries to buck Kamara off but Kamara is having none of it.
Sobhraj manages to get back to half guard.
Jaward Kamara has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sobhraj moves into full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kamara preventing the sweep.
Sobhraj controls Kamara momentarily but Kamara frees himself.
Kamara won't allow Sobhraj to sweep him here.
Kamara wants to control from the top but Sobhraj keeps moving. #T3##SUB#
Sobhraj looking for a guillotine here but Kamara defends easily.
Kamara postures up. #SUB#
Sobhraj is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kamara advances position into side control!#SU2#
Kamara stands up. #TD2#
Kamara drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#T4##SUB#
Sobhraj escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kamara gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kamara advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Kamara is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Kamara seems to be working for a kimura but Sobhraj defends the submission attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sobhraj has a hand on Kamara's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Kamara takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Kamara misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jaward Kamara showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Sobhraj's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Kamara dips to his left and cracks Sobhraj with an uppercut!#TD#
Kamara gets caught flat footed, as Sobhraj shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Sobhraj trying to control the position from guard on top but Kamara is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sobhraj with a nice head shot there.
Sobhraj works over Kamara with some ground and pound from guard.
Sobhraj stands up over Kamara, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Sobhraj throws an elbow that misses. Kamara uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Sobhraj's guard. Nice move by Kamara!#REVB#
Kamara stays in close to Sobhraj's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Sobhraj is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sobhraj trying to keep a closed guard but Kamara is proving a slippery customer. #T1##SUB#
Sobhraj has his foot on Kamara's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kamara works his way back into a safe position though.
Kamara engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Let's hope that Kamara 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.#SU2#
Kamara stands up from Sobhraj's guard - Kamara perhaps looking for a knockout. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sobhraj scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kamara doesn't seem bothered though.
Kamara throws a shot to the body.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kamara.
Kamara uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sobhraj.
Sobhraj slaps away a takedown attempt from Kamara, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Sobhraj is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kamara.#TD2#
Kamara shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Kamara showed some decent athleticism there.
Sobhraj is looking to control Kamara's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sobhraj avoid being mounted?#T3#
Kamara looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kamara is keen to just control but Sobhraj is a slippery customer.
Sobhraj is looking to control Kamara's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sobhraj avoid being mounted?
Kamara is looking to take a break and control but Sobhraj is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kamara seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB#
Sobhraj is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kamara pulls his head out easily.
Kamara blocks the strikes from Sobhraj. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nice takedown defense from Sobhraj. No joy for Kamara on that attempt.
Charles Sobhraj has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jaward Kamara.
Kamara throws a body punch but Sobhraj moves out of range.
Kamara tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sobhraj swivels and escapes.
Kamara moves out of range as Sobhraj strikes.#CL#
Sobhraj instigates a clinch.
Sobhraj misses with a punch on the inside.
Sobhraj slowing the pace effectively.
Sobhraj throws a punch but it's blocked by Kamara.
Sobhraj misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kamara tries to pull guard but Sobhraj forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Kamara blocks a body shot from Sobhraj.
Sobhraj manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.

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 Charles Sobhraj.
I think Sobhraj 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Jaward Kamara!

Event: Bellicose - Christmas Eve
Date: Dec 24, 2021

#R1#
Jacobson misses with a jab, cross combination. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Jacobson enables Sobhraj to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Jacobson manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Jacobson keeping moving, preventing Sobhraj from controlling successfully.
Jacobson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sobhraj is one step ahead there.
Sobhraj with a nice head shot there.
Sobhraj distracts Jacobson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Sobhraj won't allow Jacobson to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sobhraj is in close to Jacobson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Jacobson wants to sweep but no luck.
Sobhraj stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jacobson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sobhraj is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1##SUB#
Jacobson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sobhraj is stalling in the full guard.
Sobhraj with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sobhraj landing some decent shots from guard.
Sobhraj is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Jacobson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jacobson controls Sobhraj momentarily but Sobhraj frees himself. #T2#
Sobhraj with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sobhraj landing with the ground and pound.
Sobhraj landing with the ground and pound.
Sobhraj throws an elbow that misses. Jacobson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Sobhraj's guard. Nice move by Jacobson!#REVR#
Sobhraj pulls Jacobson in to control the position.
Jacobson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sobhraj swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sobhraj is trying to keep Jacobson in close. #T3#
Sobhraj striking off his back but it's not causing Jacobson any problems.
Jacobson postures up. #SUB2#
Sobhraj escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jacobson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jacobson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jacobson trying to control the position from guard on top but Sobhraj is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Sobhraj is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Our spies down at at Catch Wrestling L.A. inform us that Sobhraj has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Jacobson tries to free his leg and advance position but Sobhraj is retaining full guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Jacobson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
Sobhraj looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Jacobson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sobhraj has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jacobson has managed to get both his arms back between Sobhraj's legs - danger averted.
Sobhraj keeping moving, preventing Jacobson from controlling successfully.
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!
Sobhraj keeping full guard, as Jacobson tries to pass.
Jacobson trying to control but Sobhraj is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Charles Sobhraj dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Jacobson leaves Sobhraj with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sobhraj shoots in for a double leg but Jacobson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jacobson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jacobson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jacobson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sobhraj avoids it really well and circles away.
Sobhraj has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jacobson throws a body shot but no joy.
Jacobson digs a good body shot into Sobhraj's ribs.
Nice takedown defense from Jacobson. No joy for Sobhraj on that attempt.
Jacobson tries to counter with a takedown but Sobhraj is quick to defend against it.
Dylan Jacobson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charles Sobhraj.#TD2#
Sobhraj feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Sobhraj trying to control but Jacobson is working from the bottom.
Jacobson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sobhraj is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jacobson is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Sobhraj looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Sobhraj is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jacobson trying to control the position from guard on top but Sobhraj is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sobhraj lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Jacobson seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Sobhraj is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Sobhraj controlling from the top position. #T2#
Jacobson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sobhraj makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#ROC2#Jacobson is rocked!
Sobhraj chips away with some ground and pound.
Oh Jacobson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Charles Sobhraj has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sobhraj arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Jacobson's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Charles Sobhraj!
A very excited looking Charles Sobhraj 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: Bellicose - Priest vs Saturn
Date: Nov 27, 2021

#R1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dash, as that shot connected.
Dash lands with a right that hurts Sobhraj. Sobhraj looks to clinch but Dash throws a short knee that drops Sobhraj. This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch and Knee). Sean Dash!
An out of breath and clearly excited Sean Dash thanked Nutritional Shaved Ice for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: Bellicose - Kabore vs Bayo
Date: Oct 31, 2021

#R1#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sobhraj lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Tomsett has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Tomsett and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sobhraj shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tomsett as he jumps to the side.
Tomsett fails to land with a series of punches.
Tomsett misses with a straight left.
Sobhraj shoots in looking for a takedown. Tomsett tries to sprawl out of it but Sobhraj keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tomsett manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sobhraj fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Tomsett half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dechlan Tomsett has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charles Sobhraj.
Sobhraj misses with a takedown attempt - Tomsett sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sobhraj throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Tomsett counters with a left to the body.
We've been told by Tomsett's head coaches at Team Mass Valley Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD2#
Sobhraj gets a takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tomsett is controlling Sobhraj's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T1#
Sobhraj prevents Tomsett from improving his position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Sobhraj lands a nice short elbow.
Sobhraj has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sobhraj slips a nice elbow through Tomsett's hands, connecting with Tomsett's forehead.
Tomsett wants to get back to his feet.
Sobhraj is taking a breather. Tomsett 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.
Sobhraj prevents Tomsett from improving his position.
Tomsett pushes Sobhraj off looking to stand but Sobhraj dives back in and keeps control. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Sobhraj controlling the pace.
Tomsett on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Sobhraj working Tomsett over with strikes.
Tomsett is looking for a sweep. Sobhraj is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tomsett is trying to stand.
Still in half guard, Sobhraj seems content to control.
Sobhraj scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Sobhraj prevents Tomsett from standing back up.
Sobhraj stalling. #T3#
Sobhraj is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Sobhraj is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Tomsett is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Charles Sobhraj!
Charles Sobhraj decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: NYCL 25
Date: Sep 25, 2021

#R1#
Bors fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bors connects with a leg kick.
Bors comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sobhraj on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bors. Bors obviously looking to wear him down. #CL#
Bors gets tackled into the cage by Sobhraj. Sobhraj maintains the clinch.
Bors lands a nice uppercut.
Bors softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bors just leaning against Sobhraj, taking a breather.
A short right from Bors.
Sobhraj misses with a short punch on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Bors as Sobhraj tries to tie him up.
Bors's coach down at Jorzi GYM was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Bors's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Bors lands a nice shot to the body.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bors working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sobhraj lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sobhraj content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Bors tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sobhraj's elbow.
Bors blocking some punches.
I was talking to Sobhraj's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC2#
Bors breaks the clinch.
A jab lands there for Bors.#T1#
Bors avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bors connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sobhraj momentarily.
Bors's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sobhraj under the eye.
Bors thuds a left hand into Sobhraj's body.
Bors lands with a right hand. #CL#
Sobhraj takes the fight into the clinch.
Sobhraj blocks a body shot from Bors.
A nice left hand lands by Bors.
Sobhraj tries to stall but Bors uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Bors stalling in the clinch.
Bors misses with the head strike.
Bors stalling in the clinch.
Bors is working Sobhraj over against the cage.
Bors just leaning against Sobhraj, taking a breather.
Bors is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T2#
Bors doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sobhraj throws a punch but it's blocked by Bors.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bors misses with a body punch.
Sobhraj tries to work over Bors's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Bors on the inside.
Bors lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC2#
Bors manages to break the clinch.
Sobhraj throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bors scores with a nice strike.
Charles Sobhraj seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sobhraj shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bors defends it nicely.
Bors connects with a body shot that sends Sobhraj's belly button to the back.
Sobhraj gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T3#
Bors checks a leg kick nicely.
Bors throws a body kick that misses #TD#
so Sobhraj counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Sobhraj throws a big right hand that misses.
Bors controlling the position.
Bors avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sobhraj in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sobhraj trying to control the position from guard on top but Bors is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bors is trying to keep Sobhraj in close.
Sobhraj throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bors works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T4#
Sobhraj wants to control from the top but Bors keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Sobhraj fails to land the takedown.
A little jabbing left from Bors on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bors checks the leg kick.
Bors uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sobhraj has time to react.
Sobhraj lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sobhraj throws a front kick aimed at Bors's knee but Bors avoids it well.
Bors stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bors looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sobhraj takes a jab right on the kisser. #ROC2#Sobhraj is rocked!
Sobhraj on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Oh Sobhraj is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bors scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bors lands with a hook. Sobhraj tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bors darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Sobhraj's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Bors before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Boris Bors!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 26, 2021

#R1#
Sobhraj looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CUT#It looks like Charles Sobhraj has been cut.
Thunder lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #ROC#Sobhraj is rocked!
Sobhraj attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Sobhraj is still on wobbly legs! Can Thunder finish him?
Thunder scores with a nice head shot.
Sobhraj ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thunder moves away.
Thunder seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Thunder fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sobhraj on the side of the head.
Thunder scores with a nice right hand.
Thunder uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sobhraj.
Sobhraj looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Thunder catches Sobhraj with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Sobhraj throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Thunder thinks about countering with a body kick.
Sobhraj wants to slow Thunder down by chopping away at his legs.
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!
Thunder moves out of range of the strikes.
Sobhraj misses with a low kick.
Distant Thunder seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from Sobhraj misses.
Thunder throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Sobhraj seems to have recovered his senses.
Sobhraj looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T1#
Sobhraj takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Thunder.
Sobhraj tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
We've been hearing reports that Thunder has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Sobhraj leaves his chin hanging out and Thunder seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Sobhraj crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Distant Thunder!
Distant Thunder thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: The Island Season 12, 135 lbs, Round 1
Date: Aug 22, 2021

#R1#
Sobhraj tries to clinch up but Sneakers circles away and keeps his distance.
Sneakers is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Sneakers connects with a single shot there.
Sobhraj takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sobhraj bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sobhraj throws a hook but Sneakers avoids it easily.
Sobhraj avoids the body shot from Sneakers.
Sneakers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sobhraj.
Sneakers looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sneakers fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sobhraj looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sobhraj uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sneakers.
Sneakers connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sobhraj misses with a hook.
Sneakers lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Sobhraj feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sneakers is controlling Sobhraj's posture.
Sneakers tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sneakers is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T1#
Sobhraj throws a big elbow that misses.
Sobhraj preventing the sweep.
Sobhraj scoring with punches to the head and body.
Sneakers keeping moving, preventing Sobhraj from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sneakers holds on and takes a little breather.
Sneakers is trying to control the position but Sobhraj postures up.
Sobhraj trying to control but Sneakers is working from the bottom.
Sobhraj is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Sneakers is trying to keep Sobhraj in close. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sobhraj throwing strikes but missing.
Sneakers tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sobhraj being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Sneakers lands a nice hook to Sobhraj's body. Sobhraj takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sobhraj doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sneakers is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Sobhraj rather than just go for the knockout.
Sneakers keeps the fight on the outside.
Sobhraj lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Sobhraj doesn't manage to clinch there - Sneakers circles away.
Sobhraj throws a right hand that misses
and Sneakers counters with a nice uppercut.
Sneakers misses with a straight left. #T3#
Sneakers bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sobhraj needs to keep his hands up - Sneakers had a free shot at his head there.
Sobhraj shoots in looking for a takedown but Sneakers manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sobhraj's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sneakers fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sobhraj looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sneakers fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sobhraj slips a straight right by Sneakers.
Sneakers swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nice defenses there by Sneakers.
Sobhraj definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sobhraj takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Squeaky Sneakers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Sobhraj pushes Sneakers up against the cage in a clinch.
Sobhraj is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Sneakers lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sobhraj swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sobhraj misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sneakers throws a punch but it's blocked by Sobhraj.
Sobhraj stalling in the clinch but Sneakers improves position. #T4#
Sneakers lands a hook that snaps the head of Sobhraj backwards.
A frustrated look appears on Sneakers's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Sobhraj is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Sneakers holding his opponent close, against the cage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sobhraj prevents a body shot from Sneakers.
Sneakers blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sneakers misses with a body punch.
Sobhraj content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Sobhraj swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sobhraj tries a body shot but Sneakers blocks it.
Sobhraj swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sneakers stalling the fight.
Sneakers misses with a punch to the body.
Sneakers lands a body punch in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Sneakers scores with a nice short uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Squeaky Sneakers dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Sneakers checks the leg kick.
Sneakers unleashes a big counter combination but Sobhraj bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Sneakers takes a swing at Sobhraj's ribcage but misses.
A swing and a miss from Sneakers.
A big left from Sobhraj misses.
Sneakers lands an overhand right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sobhraj. Sneakers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sneakers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sobhraj.
Sneakers misses with a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Sobhraj misses the target.
A little jabbing left from Sneakers on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sneakers fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sobhraj looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sobhraj walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sobhraj throws out a loose jab but Sneakers uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sneakers misses the shot to the body.
Sneakers lands a lovely overhand right.
Sobhraj throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sneakers digs a good body shot into Sobhraj's ribs.
Squeaky Sneakers seems to be getting the better of the standup.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sobhraj takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#ROC2#Sobhraj is rocked!#T1#
A swing and a miss from Sobhraj.
Sneakers now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Oh Sobhraj is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sneakers tests Sobhraj's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sneakers moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Sneakers's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sobhraj under the eye.
Sobhraj gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Sobhraj will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sobhraj throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
An inside leg kick lands from Sobhraj.
Sobhraj seems to have got his legs back now.
Sneakers throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sneakers throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sobhraj takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sobhraj waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sneakers.
Sobhraj looks to throw the jab but Sneakers is out of range.
Sneakers lands a glancing blow to the side of Sobhraj's head.
Sobhraj throws a leg kick that misses.
Sobhraj looks to score with a jab to the body but Sneakers is just out of range.
Sneakers takes a swing at Sobhraj's ribcage but misses.
Sobhraj slips under a jab.
Sneakers throws a body punch but Sobhraj moves out of range.
Sobhraj fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sneakers is out of range.
Sobhraj takes a swing at Sneakers's ribcage but misses.
Sneakers connects with a body shot that sends Sobhraj's belly button to the back.
Sneakers fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sneakers lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Sneakers throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Sobhraj on the side of the head.
Sneakers throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T3#
Sobhraj dodges the punch combination from Sneakers.
Sneakers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sneakers now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sobhraj throws a lazy uppercut
and Sneakers counters with a stiff right hand.
Sobhraj stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Sobhraj misses the jab.
Sneakers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sneakers takes one to the chin there.
Sneakers scores with a jab to the head.
Decent striking displayed by Sneakers there.
Sneakers rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sobhraj moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Sobhraj fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Sneakers checks it well.
Sobhraj takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Sobhraj looks to throw the jab but Sneakers is out of range.
Sobhraj looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sobhraj doesn't manage to clinch there - Sneakers circles away.
Sneakers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sobhraj. #T4#
Sobhraj misses the jab.
Sneakers fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sobhraj on the side of the head.
Sobhraj misses with a jab to the body
and Sneakers counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A looping hook to the body misses from Sneakers. Sobhraj does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sobhraj was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sneakers throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sobhraj.
Nice defenses there by Sneakers.
Sobhraj misses with a series of wild punches.
Sneakers misses with a wild body shot.
Sobhraj swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Sobhraj moves forwards but Sneakers connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Sneakers digs a good body shot into Sobhraj's ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sobhraj throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sneakers displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sobhraj throws out the jab.
Sneakers looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sneakers ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sobhraj tried to score with a low kick but Sneakers checks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Squeaky Sneakers showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! 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#
Sobhraj misses with a lunging right hand
and Sneakers counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sobhraj throws the left hand but Sneakers avoids the punch easily.
Sneakers lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Sneakers lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Sobhraj backs up against the cage.
Sobhraj throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sneakers counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sobhraj is looking to chop away at Sneakers's legs.
Sneakers misses with a series of wild punches.
Sobhraj missing with a left hand there. Sneakers was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sneakers looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sobhraj misses with an uppercut.
Sneakers has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sobhraj throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sobhraj shoots in but Sneakers avoids the takedown attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sobhraj moves forwards but Sneakers connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Sobhraj throws a right hand that misses
and Sneakers counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sneakers steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sobhraj.#T1#
Sobhraj rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sneakers moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Sneakers connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sneakers comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sobhraj just misses with a punch to the body.
Sneakers throws out a powerful jab.
A punch combination from Sneakers misses.
Sneakers darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sobhraj throws a leg kick that misses.
Sobhraj just misses with a punch to the body.
Sneakers lands a hook that stumbles Sobhraj back into the cage. Sneakers follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Sobhraj to the canvas! Sneakers pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Sobhraj has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Squeaky Sneakers!
A victorious Squeaky Sneakers thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 11, 2021

#R1##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Yani enables Sobhraj to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Yani manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Yani is looking for a triangle but Sobhraj pushes his legs off easily.
Sobhraj trying to control the position from guard on top but Yani is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Yani is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Yani working for a triangle but Sobhraj defends it easily. #SUB#
Yani working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Sobhraj has passed into half guard!
Sobhraj drops an elbow to the side of Yani's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sobhraj looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Yani with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Sobhraj takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Sobhraj wants to take a breather but Yani is having none of it. #SUB#
Yani is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sobhraj pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Yani looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1#
Sobhraj is nestled in close to Yani, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
Yani is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sobhraj pulls his head out easily.
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. Sobhraj connects with a nice short shot to Yani's temple.
Ground and pound from Sobhraj.
Yani tries to roll over but Sobhraj keeps him under control.
Sobhraj wants to control but Yani is keeping him busy.
Yani is looking to improve his position.
Sobhraj wants to take a breather but Yani is having none of it.
Sobhraj lands with a punch from half guard.
Sobhraj working Yani over with strikes. #ROC2#Yani is rocked!#SUB#
Yani actively working from the bottom here.
Oh Yani is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Yani tries to roll over but Sobhraj keeps him under control.
Yani seems to have got his legs back now.#T2#
Sobhraj takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Yani is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sobhraj pulls his head out easily.
Sobhraj working Yani over with strikes.
Sobhraj wants to lay and pray for a moment but Yani keeps working. #SUB#
Yani actively working from the bottom here.
Yani is staying active underneath Sobhraj, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sobhraj is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Yani is hurt! He's hurt bad - Sobhraj fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Yani from any more punishment! Congratulations to Sobhraj! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Charles Sobhraj!
Our winner, Charles Sobhraj, 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: Highland 83
Date: Jul 25, 2021

#R1#
Sobhraj pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sobhraj throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sobhraj throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Neustadt avoids the body shot from Sobhraj.
Neustadt definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sobhraj throws a sloppy head kick and Neustadt moves out of range easily.
Neustadt tries to clinch up.#TD2#
Sobhraj is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Neustadt's half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sobhraj trying to control from half guard but Neustadt is working away.
Neustadt is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sobhraj not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sobhraj working over Neustadt with some ground and pound. Neustadt looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Neustadt on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Neustadt tries to get out of the position.#T1#
Sobhraj wants to control but Neustadt is keeping him busy.
Neustadt on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Neustadt avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Sobhraj.
Sobhraj throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Sobhraj has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sobhraj wants to pass to mount but Neustadt is defending the position.
Neustadt is trying to get back to full guard.
Sobhraj missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sobhraj is thwarting Neustadt's attempts to control the position.
Sobhraj is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2#
Neustadt avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Sobhraj.
Sobhraj is keen to just control but Neustadt is a slippery customer.
Sobhraj thows a huge punch but Neustadt dodges it nicely.
Neustadt keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A low kick from Sobhraj misses #CL#
and Neustadt moves into the clinch.
Neustadt keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Sobhraj's efforts to push away.
Neustadt landing knees to the head.
Sobhraj tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Neustadt obliges.#T3#
Neustadt scores with a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Charles Sobhraj has been cut.
Sobhraj misses with a punch to the body.
Neustadt with a knee to the head. #ROC#Sobhraj is rocked!
Sobhraj is trying to break the clinch but Neustadt is controlling him.
Sobhraj is looking to break free of the clinch but Neustadt has double underhooks.
Sobhraj throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Neustadts head.
Sobhraj is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Sobhraj is trying to break the clinch but Neustadt is controlling him.
Sobhraj is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Neustadt with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Neustadt letting Sobhraj take a breather here.
Sobhraj is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Sobhraj is trying to break the clinch but Neustadt has him pressed against the cage.
Neustadt landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Sobhraj has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Neustadt seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Sobhraj can turn it around.
Knees in the clinch landing for Neustadt.
Neustadt lands a knee to the head.
Sobhraj is still on wobbly legs! Can Neustadt finish him?#T4#
Neustadt lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Neustadt lands a knee to the body.
Sobhraj looks winded!
Neustadt is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Neustadt lands a nice knee to the body.
Neustadt with a knee to the head.
Sobhraj tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sobhraj takes a knee to the side of the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sobhraj.
Neustadt unloads a knee to the mid-section. Sobhraj lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Sobhraj tries to circle away but Neustadt has him pinned against the cage.
Sobhraj trying to control the position but instead, Neustadt has worked for underhooks and has pushed Sobhraj into the cage.
Sobhraj seems to have recovered his senses.
Sobhraj takes a knee right on the jaw!
Neustadt with a knee to the head.
Sobhraj wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jens Neustadt dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Charles Sobhraj's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Sobhraj misses with a body shot.
Sobhraj throws a right hand that Neustadt ducks under and follows up with a left that Neustadt also avoids with ease.
Neustadt tries to clinch there but Sobhraj circles away.
Neustadt moves in looking to clinch but Sobhraj pushes him off.
Neustadt wants to clinch.
Sobhraj feints a counter leg kick.
Neustadt tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sobhraj swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Neustadt closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sobhraj takes a knee to the side of the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Neustadt misses with a knee strike. #TD#
Neustadt decides to pull guard.
Neustadt not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sobhraj sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
Sobhraj cracks Neustadt with a solid left hand.
Sobhraj works over Neustadt with some ground and pound from guard.
Sobhraj trying to control but Neustadt is working from the bottom.
Sobhraj won't allow Neustadt to sweep him here. #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.
Sobhraj missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sobhraj missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Neustadt wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Neustadt trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Neustadt tries to clinch up.
Sobhraj missing with a left hand there. Neustadt was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Neustadt wants to clinch.
Sobhraj throws a sloppy head kick and Neustadt moves out of range easily.
An inside leg kick from Sobhraj misses.
As Sobhraj tries to get set, Neustadt tries to push him back and clinch up but Sobhraj manages to avoid the attempt.#T3#
Sobhraj thows a left - swing and a miss!
Neustadt tries to counter by clinching up but Sobhraj breaks away and moves out of range.
Sobhraj throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sobhraj throws a body shot but no joy.
Sobhraj has a takedown stuffed.
Neustadt takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Neustadt tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sobhraj swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sobhraj fails with the takedown.
Sobhraj misses with a straight right.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Neustadt checks a leg kick.
Neustadt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Neustadt is looking to clinch but Sobhraj is avoiding it.
Neustadt slips under a jab from Sobhraj.
Jens Neustadt is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Neustadt just misses with a punch to the body.
Sobhraj throws a leg kick #CL#
and Neustadt moves into the clinch.
Neustadt connects with a knee to the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Knees in the clinch landing for Neustadt.
Jens Neustadt has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Sobhraj is breathing heavily.
Neustadt connects with a nasty looking knee right to Sobhraj's face.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sobhraj is trying to force a seperation but Neustadt has the dominant position.#KD#
Neustadt has the Thai plumb, controlling the head nicely. He loads up with a big knee to the head and Sobhraj goes down! Neustadt pounces into side control - this one could be over soon!
Neustadt tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Neustadt knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Sobhraj on the ground.
Sobhraj regains half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jens Neustadt dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Charles Sobhraj's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Neustadt fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sobhraj, pushing him back against the cage.
Neustadt landing knees to the body.
Sobhraj is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Knees to the body from Neustadt.
Knees to the body from Neustadt.
Sobhraj is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Neustadt pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Sobhraj doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Neustadt scores a nice knee to the body.
Neustadt scores with a knee to the head.
Neustadt keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Sobhraj's efforts to push away.
Sobhraj is defending well against a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sobhraj is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Neustadt is keeping busy.
A frustrated look appears on Sobhraj's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Sobhraj takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A frustrated look appears on Sobhraj's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Sobhraj tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Neustadt's elbow.
Neustadt landing knees to the head. #T1#
Neustadt putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Sobhraj in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Sobhraj trying to control the position but instead, Neustadt has worked for underhooks and has pushed Sobhraj into the cage.
Neustadt working Sobhraj over with knees to the body.
Sobhraj is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Neustadt lands a good knee to the midsection. Sobhraj won't want to take too many of those.
Neustadt lands a good knee to the midsection. Sobhraj won't want to take too many of those.
Knees to the body from Neustadt.
A knee to the head by Neustadt.
Neustadt lands a knee to the body.
Neustadt connects with a knee to the head.
Neustadt landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Neustadt lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Neustadt scores a nice knee to the body.
Sobhraj takes a knee right on the jaw!
Neustadt lands a knee to the body.
Neustadt with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #T2#
Sobhraj takes a knee right on the jaw!
Neustadt connects with a knee to the head.
Neustadt slowing the pace effectively.#BC2#
Sobhraj breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sobhraj looks to throw the jab but Neustadt is out of range.
Neustadt uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sobhraj.
Neustadt uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sobhraj.
Sobhraj tries to land a front kick but Neustadt steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Neustadt tries to clinch up but Sobhraj circles away and keeps his distance.
Sobhraj misses with a looping right.
Sobhraj swings for the body but Neustadt moves out of range.
Neustadt is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sobhraj can do to turn this around?#CL#
Neustadt gets a clinch.
Neustadt with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Sobhraj tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Neustadt's elbow. #T3#
Sobhraj looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Neustadt as Sobhraj tries to tie him up.
Neustadt goes for a takedown in the clinch but Sobhraj prevents it.
Neustadt lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Neustadt with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Charles Sobhraj has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Neustadt lands a knee to the head.
Neustadt utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Sobhraj fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sobhraj softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Neustadt lands a knee to the body.
Neustadt connects with a knee to the head.
Neustadt with a knee to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Neustadt connects with a nasty looking knee right to Sobhraj's face. #T4#
Neustadt has Sobhraj pressed up against the cage in a tight Thai clinch. Sobhraj is arching his back, trying to avoid the knees but a big one sneaks through from Neustadt - that's hurt Sobhraj badly! Oh, another knee lands and Sobhraj is covering up! The referee steps in to save him - possibly a bit early but Sobhraj doesn't seem to be complaining.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:10 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knees). Jens Neustadt!
An intense looking Jens Neustadt took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'HAHAHAHA, THE EASIEST MONEY'.

Event: Highland 74
Date: Jul 02, 2021

#R1#
Masters fails to land the takedown.
Sobhraj has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Walter J Abramowitz Center for Bigness in the buildup to the fight.
Sobhraj stuffs the takedown.
Sobhraj appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Masters fails to land the takedown.
Sobhraj tries to counter with a takedown but Masters is quick to defend against it.
Masters 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.
Charles Sobhraj has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Millard Masters.
A big left from Sobhraj misses.
Sobhraj just misses with a punch to the body.
Sobhraj steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Masters.
Sobhraj throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sobhraj throws an overhand right that lands on Masters's shoulder, as Masters tries to avoid the shot.
Nice shot by Sobhraj.#TD2#
Masters shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Sobhraj is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Masters is trying to control the action in half guard but Sobhraj is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1#
Masters is looking to advance position but Sobhraj won't allow it.
Sobhraj is trying to control but can't.
Masters prevents Sobhraj from improving his position.#SUB2#
Masters is looking for a kimura here.
Masters prevents Sobhraj from improving his position.
Masters is looking to advance position but Sobhraj won't allow it. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Masters is trying to control. Sobhraj wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sobhraj tries to get to full guard but Masters has control of the leg.
Masters frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Sobhraj is writhing around trying 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#
Masters with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Sobhraj wants to hold on but Masters pushes him away.
Sobhraj working to try and regain half guard. #T3#
Sobhraj is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sobhraj slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Sobhraj missing with punches from the bottom.
Sobhraj on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Sobhraj tries to get out of the position.
Masters is looking to stall here but Sobhraj recovers full guard.
Masters content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Sobhraj throws his legs up looking for a submission but Masters uses it to pass to side control.
Sobhraj striking from the bottom but nothing landed. #T4#
Sloppy strikes there by Masters.#SUB2#
Masters is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Sobhraj looks calm but he's in trouble here. Masters gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Sobhraj is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Masters lets go of the hold and Sobhraj can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Millard Masters!
A pretty intense looking Millard Masters took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.

Event: Highland 63
Date: Jun 13, 2021

#R1#
Kara France throws a nice looking combination but Sobhraj bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD#
Sobhraj feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Sobhraj lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Sobhraj lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Sobhraj 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.
Sobhraj controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sobhraj is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Sobhraj content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Sobhraj pushes down on Kara France's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Sobhraj lands a nice short elbow.
Sobhraj landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sobhraj is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Sobhraj looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kara France with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Sobhraj winds up and cracks Kara France with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kara France really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sobhraj. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kara France tries to kick Sobhraj off but Sobhraj keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Sobhraj is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Sobhraj passes to full mount!
Sobhraj raining down hammerfists from mount.#T1#
Sobhraj looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #SUB#
Sobhraj working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Kara France looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Sobhraj! Submission of the night perhaps?

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Charles Sobhraj!
A relieved looking Charles Sobhraj 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 26, 2021

#R1##TD#
Sobhraj closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Sobhraj lands in his opponent's guard.
Sobhraj in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gaze utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sobhraj connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Sobhraj is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Gaze is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Gaze has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB2#
Gaze thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Sobhraj has his foot on Gaze's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gaze works his way back into a safe position though.
Sobhraj will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Gaze 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. #SUB2#
Gaze 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.
Sobhraj bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gaze's guard. #REVR##T1#
Sobhraj trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sobhraj throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Sobhraj drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sobhraj jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Gaze preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Gaze keeping full guard, as Sobhraj tries to pass.
Sobhraj is looking to work some ground and pound but Gaze has wrist control.
Sobhraj trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Sobhraj trying to control but Gaze is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Gaze preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sobhraj postures up.
Gaze looks winded!
Sobhraj trying to control the position from guard on top but Gaze is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sobhraj looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Sobhraj postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Sobhraj sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Sobhraj loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Sobhraj scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Sobhraj throws a strike but Gaze rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Sobhraj is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gaze defends well.#SUB#
Sobhraj has his foot on Gaze's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gaze works his way back into a safe position though.
Sobhraj scores with a couple of body punches from the bottom.
Sobhraj is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Sobhraj is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gaze is aware though and is defending well.
Sobhraj on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Sobhraj tries to get out of the position.#SUB#
Gaze avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sobhraj has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Sobhraj is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gaze defends well.#T4##SUB#
Sobhraj throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Sobhraj is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gaze is aware though and is defending well.
Sobhraj throws a nice elbow from the bottom.#SUB2#
Gaze drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gaze jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sobhraj scores with a nice shot.#SUB#
Sobhraj working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gaze doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gaze manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sobhraj not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Gaze drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gaze jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Sobhraj has his foot on Gaze's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gaze works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Gaze has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Sobhraj to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Gaze is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Sobhraj pulls down on the head and he's put Gaze to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Charles Sobhraj!
A relieved looking Charles Sobhraj 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 24, 2021

#R1##CL#
Diosdado instigates a clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #TD2#
Sobhraj has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Diosdado clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Sobhraj scores with strikes from the back.
Can Diosdado hold on?! Sobhraj is landing more strikes to his hapless foe. #SUB2#
Sobhraj is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Diosdado taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Sobhraj.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Charles Sobhraj!
A very excited looking Charles Sobhraj 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.

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