Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: C302: Cheese vs Albatross III
Date: May 05, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Nti drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Gunnarsson struggling a bit here.
Gunnarsson is looking to regain half guard here but Nti keeps moving and retains side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunnarsson is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Gunnarsson is trying to control Nti's posture but Nti avoids it.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Gunnarsson trying his best to control but Nti has mounted him.
Nti controlling from the full mount.
Gunnarsson is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gunnarsson wants to control but Nti is having none of it.
Nti controlling from mount.
Nti prevents Gunnarsson from getting the reversal.#T2#
Nti controlling the pace for now.
Gunnarsson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Gunnarsson is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Nti sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3#
Gunnarsson is looking to improve his position but Nti isn't that keen on the idea.
Nti controlling his opponent.
Gunnarsson really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Gunnarsson tries to lock up and control but Nti gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gunnarsson is trying desperately to improve position.
Nti takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
It looks like Nti might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gunnarsson is desperately trying to improve his position but Nti has a good base and remains in mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Nti lands with a right hand. #TD2#
Nti looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Gunnarsson!
Kwame Nti has got the better of the ground game so far.
Gunnarsson manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB#
Gunnarsson is looking for a kimura here.
Nti gets full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunnarsson wants to pass the guard but Nti is keeping the position.#T1#
Nti looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gunnarsson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nti swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gunnarsson trying to control but Nti is working from the bottom.
Gunnarsson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Gunnarsson pushing down on Nti's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nti tries to roll over but Gunnarsson keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Gunnarsson wants to work for an arm triangle but Nti is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Nti is staying active underneath Gunnarsson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nti trying to control from the bottom.
Gunnarsson moves nicely into side control. #SUB#
Gunnarsson swings around for an armbar but Nti sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Gunnarsson's guard.#T3#
Gunnarsson working a defensive guard but Nti passes into half guard. #SUB#
Gunnarsson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gunnarsson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gunnarsson is looking to control Nti's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gunnarsson avoid being mounted?
Gunnarsson wants to get back to full guard but Nti has passed into side control.
Gunnarsson manages to get back to half guard.#T4#
Gunnarsson trying to control but Nti postures up. #SUB#
Gunnarsson looking for a kimura from the bottom but Nti passes into side control!
Gunnarsson regains half guard.
Nti perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Gunnarsson throws a shot from downtown. Nti moves away and avoids it.
Gunnarsson throws a head kick that misses. #TD2#
Gunnarsson tries to sprawl but Nti drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Gunnarsson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Gunnarsson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gunnarsson with the active half guard here but Nti passes nicely into side control.#T1#
A lull in the action here as Nti stalls from top position.
Nti gets to mount! Gunnarsson was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Gunnarsson manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Kwame Nti is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Gunnarsson is looking to improve his position.
Gunnarsson gets back to full guard.
Nti stopping the sweep attempt from Gunnarsson.
Gunnarsson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Gunnarsson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nti defends well.
Gunnar Gunnarsson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3##SUB#
Gunnarsson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nti gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Gunnarsson has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Nti is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Gunnarsson.
Gunnarsson tries to bench press Nti off him but Nti keeps the position. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Gunnarsson is trying to control Nti's posture but Nti avoids it.
Gunnarsson throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Gunnarsson tries to buck Nti off but Nti is having none of it.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A head kick misses from Gunnarsson. #TD2#
Nti drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gunnarsson sneaks back into half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kwame Nti comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Nti winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 27:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: C300: Marley vs Olsen III
Date: Apr 28, 2024

#R1#
Slaissi lunges at Nti with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Nti's hand.
Slaissi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nti.#TD#
Slaissi gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Nti to score an easy takedown into full guard.

Slaissi is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #BC2#
Slaissi manages to break the clinch.
Slaissi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nti looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#TD#
Slaissi gets caught flat footed, as Nti shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nti prevents Slaissi from getting back to his feet.
Slaissi pulls Nti in close to his closed guard and prevents Nti from doing any damage or advancing position.
Slaissi wants to get back to his feet but Nti is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1#
Slaissi controlling Nti's posture.
Nti stops Slaissi from standing up.
Slaissi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Slaissi keeps trying to improve his position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nti takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bimbo Slaissi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Nti has closed the distance and engaged Slaissi in a clinch.
Nti scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nti blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Slaissi breaks the clinch.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Slaissi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
Slaissi connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Slaissi slips under a jab from Nti.
Slaissi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Slaissi throws a poor cross that misses
and Nti cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Slaissi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Slaissi throws out a loose jab but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nti is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Slaissi.
Slaissi throws a lazy right hand but Nti sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Slaissi connects with a nice looking jab.
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!
Slaissi throws a big shot that misses.
Nti slips a straight right by Slaissi.
Nti feinted with a counter takedown.
Slaissi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL#
and Nti counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Nti.
Nti lands with a right to the head.
Nice body punch from Nti.
Nti swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Slaissi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3##TD#
Nti looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Slaissi!
Slaissi tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Slaissi trying to get back to his feet but Nti is in full control for now.
Slaissi tries to roll but Nti sticks to his back.
Slaissi is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Nti is not going to allow Slaissi to sit and survive in this position. #T4#
Slaissi can't escape the position.
Slaissi trying to control but not successfully.
Slaissi wants to get back to his feet.
Slaissi prevents Nti from getting a body triangle.
Slaissi is in bad spot here.
Slaissi wants to get back to his feet.
Nti biding his time, controlling Slaissi.
Nti has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
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 Kwame Nti will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nti.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Slaissi! But no joy.
Slaissi throws a body kick that misses.
Slaissi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nti counters with a straight right hand.
Nti will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Slaissi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bimbo Slaissi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Slaissi cracks Nti with an open hand slap.#CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Nti checks a leg kick nicely.
Slaissi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Nti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nti dives in for a single leg takedown but Slaissi sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nti makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Slaissi wants to break free but Nti has control. #BC2#
Slaissi breaks from the clinch.
A low kick from Slaissi misses
and Nti counters with a straight right hand.
Nti blocks a jab.
Nti missing with a left hand there. Slaissi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Nti misses with a hook
and Slaissi counters with a good, hard body kick but Nti shrugs it off.
Slaissi with a nice cross.
Slaissi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nti.
Nti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Slaissi throws a leg kick #CL#
and Nti counters by clinching up.
Nti tries to work over Slaissi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Slaissi lands a nice uppercut.
Slaissi prevents a body shot from Nti.
Nti being controlled against the cage.
Nti doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nti lands a right hand that snaps the head of Slaissi backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nti.
Nti goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Slaissi blocks a body shot from Nti.
Nti lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Slaissi swings wildly with an uppercut but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Nti takes a shot to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right from Slaissi on the inside.
Slaissi misses with a punch on the inside.
Nti avoids a wild elbow strike from Slaissi.
Slaissi prevents the takedown attempt.
Nti misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Nti.
Slaissi is trying to force a seperation but Nti has the dominant position.
Slaissi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nti's elbow.
Nti lands a nice shot to the body.
Nti tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nti blocking some punches.
Slaissi is trying to break the clinch but Nti is controlling him.#BC2#
Slaissi breaks from the clinch.
Slaissi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nti.
Slaissi misses with a body shot.
Slaissi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nti swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Slaissi throws a hook but Nti blocks it.#T3#
Nti blocks a leg kick.
Slaissi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Slaissi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nti checks a low kick from Slaissi.
Slaissi throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Nti counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nti.
Slaissi has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Nti has passed into side control. #ES2#
Slaissi sneaks out the side door and pushes Nti away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Nti has a takedown stuffed.
Slaissi misses with a body shot.
Nti takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Slaissi misses with an uppercut.
Nti shoots in and drives through. Slaissi sprawls well.
Slaissi throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Nti changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Slaissi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Slaissi misses with a hook. Nti ducked under it nicely.
Nti is looking to clinch but Slaissi is avoiding it.
Slaissi throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Nti counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nti.
Slaissi wants to get back to his feet but Nti is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Nti is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Slaissi wants to stand up but Nti is controlling him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bimbo Slaissi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Slaissi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Nti counters with a stiff right hand.
Nti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Slaissi.
Nti slips under a jab from Slaissi.
Slaissi misses the jab.
Slaissi throws a lazy uppercut
and Nti counters with a nice uppercut.
Nti fails to land the takedown.
Nti is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Slaissi throws a sloppy head kick and Nti moves out of range easily. #CL#
Nti takes the fight into the clinch.
Slaissi lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T1#
Slaissi struggles to land a body shot inside as Nti controls his hands.
Nti throws a punch but it's blocked by Slaissi.
Slaissi wants to break free but Nti has control.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Nti tries a body shot but Slaissi blocks it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nti.
Slaissi wants to break free but Nti has control.
Slaissi misses with a punch on the inside.
Nti struggles to land a body shot inside as Slaissi controls his hands. #TD#
Nti gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.

Slaissi kicks Nti off and gets to his feet.
Nti shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Slaissi pinned against the cage. Slaissi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Nice takedown defense from Slaissi. No joy for Nti on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Nti clinches. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nti misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nti misses with a punch to the body.
Nti lands a body shot. #BC2#
Slaissi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Slaissi misses with an uppercut. Nti saw that one coming.
Nti fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Slaissi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nti doesn't seem bothered though.
Slaissi throws a hook but Nti blocks it.
Nti feinted with a counter takedown.
Slaissi lands with a kick to the temple. Nti shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Nice cross by Nti.
Nti defending well as Slaissi loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Nti misses the target.
Nti tries to clinch up.
Slaissi walks into a jab.
A big right from Slaissi misses.
Slaissi misses with a body shot. #CL#
Nti clinches.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC2#
Slaissi breaks the clinch.
Slaissi takes a swing at Nti's ribcage but misses.
Nice jab there from Slaissi.
Slaissi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Slaissi swings away with a body shot that misses
and Nti counters with a stiff right hand.
Slaissi throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Slaissi's corner calls for a 1-2. Slaissi obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Slaissi scores with a jab to the jaw.
Nti blocks a jab.
Nti tries to counter by clinching up but Slaissi breaks away and moves out of range.
Nti is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Slaissi misses with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Slaissi wants to slow Nti down by chopping away at his legs.
Nti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Slaissi throws out the jab.
Nti moves away from the strike by Slaissi.
Slaissi swings away with a body shot that misses
and Nti cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Slaissi throws a lazy right hand but Nti sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL#
Nti moves into range and clinches up with Slaissi.
Kwame Nti has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A right handed body shot lands from Nti.
Slaissi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nti tries to throw a body punch but Slaissi avoids it by throwing Nti back against the cage.
Nti lands a shot to the body.
Nti tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bimbo Slaissi.
I think Slaissi 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 Matheus Silva scores the fight 28:29
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 29:29
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Bimbo Slaissi!

Event: C294: Marley vs Torvik
Date: Apr 07, 2024

#R1#
A shot to the body from Fabinho misses
and Nti counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fabinho wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Fabinho misses with a body punch #TD2#
and Nti counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Fabinho is trying to get back to full guard.
Nti stalling. #SUB#
Fabinho actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti is thwarting Fabinho's attempts to control the position.#T1#
Fabinho is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Nti's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Nti's back!#SUB#
Fabinho is looking for the choke from the back position but Nti is controlling his hands well.
Fabinho is striking from the back but Nti escapes and manages to recover to half guard.
Fabinho is trying to control. Nti wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fabinho wants to advance to full mount but Nti doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Fabinho wants to control from the top but Nti keeps moving. #T2#
Nti seems keen to control Fabinho's posture.
Nti's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Nti keeping moving, preventing Fabinho from controlling successfully.
Fabinho throws a big right hand that misses.
Fabinho working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Fabinho pushes down on Nti's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Fabinho is keen to just control but Nti is a slippery customer.
The fighters are battling for position here. Nti manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Nti wants to sweep here but Fabinho controlling him for the moment.
We've been hearing that Fabinho has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Fabinho throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nti connects with a jab.
Fabinho misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T4#
Nti moves out of range of the body kick from Fabinho.
Fabinho throws a sloppy body shot
and Nti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Roberto Fabinho seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fabinho misses with an uppercut #CL2#
and Nti counters by moving into the clinch.
Nti misses with the head strike.
Fabinho has a couple of punches blocked by Nti.
Fabinho prevents the takedown attempt.
Fabinho misses with a punch on the inside.
Fabinho digs a right hand into Nti's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nti's gas tank. #BC#
Fabinho escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD2#
Nti closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Fabinho quickly recovers to half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fabinho wants to control but Nti is keeping busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fabinho looks like he's trying to stand up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Fabinho misses with a looping right.
Nti looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fabinho ducks under a wild hook from Nti.
Fabinho feinted with a counter takedown.
Fabinho throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nti tries to counter by closing the distance.
Nti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD2#
Nti gets a takedown into half guard.
Fabinho wants to get back to full guard but Nti has passed into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fabinho tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nti wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Fabinho's face as Nti controls the position. #T1#
Fabinho tries to improve position but can't.
Fabinho is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fabinho manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Nti has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fabinho tries to roll over but Nti keeps him under control.#SUB#
Fabinho actively working from the bottom here.
Nti trying to control the pace. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Fabinho tries to get to full guard but Nti has control of the leg.
Fabinho trying to control here.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Nti not doing much here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Roberto Fabinho is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nti throws a shot from downtown. Fabinho moves away and avoids it.
Fabinho rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
so Nti counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Fabinho looking for a sweep. Not yet Fabinho, not yet. #T3#
Fabinho trying to keep a closed guard but Nti is proving a slippery customer.
Fabinho bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nti's guard. #REVR#
Nti keeping moving, preventing Fabinho from controlling successfully.
Fabinho stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nti swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nti has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Nti keeping moving, preventing Fabinho from controlling successfully. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Fabinho trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Fabinho will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Nti preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Fabinho trying to control the position from guard on top but Nti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fabinho won't allow Nti to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A big right from Fabinho misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kwame Nti will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Nti moves out of range as Fabinho strikes.
Fabinho is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Fabinho lands with a straight right. Nti didn't see that one coming.
Nti scores with a shot to the body.
Fabinho swings away with a body shot that misses
and Fabinho takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fabinho throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Nti to counter with a crisp jab. #CL#
Fabinho clinches up with Nti and pushes him back against the cage.
Fabinho lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nti.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti blocks an uppercut. #TD2#
Nti has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Fabinho clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fabinho rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #T1#
Fabinho is looking to get back to full guard here but Nti has managed to pass to side control instead.
Fabinho stops Nti from passing to mount.
Fabinho looks to move to half guard but instead Nti has passed into mount! Damn!
Fabinho is working to get back to half guard.
Roberto Fabinho has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kwame Nti is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2##T3#
Nti controlling the position easily from mount.
Fabinho slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Fabinho is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Fabinho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nti pulls his head out easily.
Fabinho wants to get back to full guard.
Fabinho moves into full guard.
Nti sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Fabinho's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Fabinho actively working from the bottom here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kwame Nti comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Nti winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 27:30
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kwame Nti!
During a confident post fight interview, Kwame Nti thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Roberto Fabinho was interviewed post fight and said 'Man that was a tough fight. I didnï¿½t take my opponent very seriously leading up to this fight but Iï¿½ll keep going. I know Iï¿½m the most dangerous in this division and will get that gold eventually'.

Event: C290: Gunnar vs Nakagawa III
Date: Mar 24, 2024

#R1#
Menday misses with a looping left.
Nti wants to counter the offense by Menday and move into the clinch position.
Menday throws a lazy uppercut
and Nti counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Menday throws a big shot that misses.
Jab from Menday.#CUT#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Menday misses with a hook
and Nti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Menday rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nti counters with a stiff right hand. #TD2#
Nti closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Menday is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Menday manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Menday tries to get to full guard but Nti has control of the leg. #T1#
Menday is working hard here to advance position.
Nti is pressing down on Menday's thigh, looking to free his foot. Menday is holding on for now.
Nti prevents Menday from improving his position.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Menday is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nti pulls his head out easily.
Menday moves into full guard. #SUB#
Menday is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nti defends well.
Menday looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T3##SUB#
Menday looking for a guillotine here but Nti defends easily.
Menday wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nice jab there from Nti. #CL2#
Nti clinches with his opponent.
Menday wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Nti has him pressed against the cage.
Nti has Menday pressed against the cage, preventing Menday from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T4#
Nti lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Menday backwards.
Menday is trying to break free.
A hook to the body from Nti.
Menday is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Nti lands with a short shot to the head.
Nti prevents Menday from breaking the clinch.
Menday is trying to push Nti away but Nti has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nti.
Nti keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Menday's efforts to push away.
Nti lands a body shot.
Menday is breathing heavily.
Nti softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nti lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nti lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Menday wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #TD2#
Nti gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Nti in particular looking to stall.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
That's time! Menday's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL2#
Nti clinches with his opponent.
Menday wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Nti has him pressed against the cage.
Nti lands a hook that snaps the head of Menday backwards.
Nti lands an uppercut.
Nti lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Nti presses Menday against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nti lands a hook to the side of the head.
A body shot lands from Nti.
Nti lands a body punch. #TD2#
Nti is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Menday can't fight it off and eventually Nti manages to take the fight to the floor. Menday looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Nti controls from within his opponent's guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Menday will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Menday has his foot on Nti's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nti works his way back into a safe position though.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Menday drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Menday connects with a looping right hand. #T3##TD2#
Nti changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Menday looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Menday looks to move to half guard but instead Nti has passed into mount! Damn!
Nti is stalling here but it's allowed Menday to get half guard.
Nti controlling the action here.
Nti is continuing to stall.#T4##SUB#
Menday actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Menday is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nti pulls his head out easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nti controlling the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
That's time! Menday's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
Menday throws a hook but Nti avoids it easily.
Jab, jab by Nti - just one landing.
Menday connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nti moves out of range as Menday strikes.#TD2#
Nti gets a double leg takedown into Menday's guard.
Menday manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nti manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Menday trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Menday working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nti has control of Menday's left arm, preventing Menday from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Menday accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kwame Nti has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Menday is looking to work some ground and pound but Nti has wrist control.
Menday throwing strikes from guard but Nti blocks nicely.
Nti looking for a sweep. Not yet Nti, not yet.
Menday throws an elbow that misses. Nti uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Menday's guard. Nice move by Nti!#REVB#
Menday looking for a sweep. Not yet Menday, not yet. #SUB#
Menday looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Nti has picked Menday up and slammed him! Menday can't keep hold of the triangle and Nti manages to pass to side control!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nti remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Kwame Nti is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Menday is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nti advances to mount.
Menday is looking to get to half guard.
Nti looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Menday is working to get back to half guard.
Nti content just to control the position here.
Let's hope that Nti 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.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Menday is trying desperately to improve position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nti controlling from the full mount.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 27:30
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: C286: Gunnarsson vs Martin II
Date: Mar 10, 2024

#R1#
A combination from Vale Queiroz does no damage.
Nti appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Nti swats away the attempt to clinch by Vale Queiroz.#CL2#
Vale Queiroz drives through and clinches with Nti against the cage.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz prevents a body shot from Nti.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz presses Nti against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Vale Queiroz scores with a hook to the body.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD#
Nti works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#ES2#
Vale Queiroz has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Nti is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Nti blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nti or not.
Nti is breathing heavily.#T1#
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nti blocks it.
Vale Queiroz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vale Queiroz misses with some punches.
Nti lands with a light punch inside.
Vale Queiroz lands with a light punch inside.
Nti wants a takedown but no success here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Nti wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nti avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands a shot to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Vale Queiroz.
A body shot lands from Vale Queiroz.
Nti's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vale Queiroz lands a shoulder strike.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Good body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nti is trying to drag Vale Queiroz to the mat but Vale Queiroz just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vale Queiroz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nti blocks it. #T2#
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nti can't get the takedown.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Vale Queiroz scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
Nti can't get the takedown.
Vale Queiroz gets through Nti's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Vale Queiroz lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nti softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Vale Queiroz.
Nti prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Nti prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand.
Vale Queiroz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nti prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Nti tries to score a body lock takedown but Vale Queiroz shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Vale Queiroz tries to throw a body punch but Nti avoids it by throwing Vale Queiroz back against the cage.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Vale Queiroz misses with a punch to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vale Queiroz blocking some punches.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nti.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand underneath Nti's ribcage. Nti let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Still in the clinch, Vale Queiroz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vale Queiroz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nti tries to work over Vale Queiroz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nti's elbow.
Vale Queiroz prevents a takedown attempt there.
Nti swings wildly with an uppercut but Vale Queiroz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vale Queiroz lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nti drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Vale Queiroz gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Vale Queiroz blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nti.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Vale Queiroz misses with a body punch.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Nti has a couple of punches blocked by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Nti swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vale Queiroz struggles to land a body shot inside as Nti controls his hands.
Vale Queiroz tries a body shot but Nti blocks it.
A nice left hand lands by Vale Queiroz.
Nti goes for a takedown attempt but Vale Queiroz pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vale Queiroz with a jab.
Vale Queiroz lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vale Queiroz lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Vale Queiroz pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Donk. Vale Queiroz catches Nti right on the button with a cross.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Vale Queiroz throws a sloppy head kick and Nti moves out of range easily.
Vale Queiroz misses with a two punch combination. #CL2#
Vale Queiroz rushes Nti and presses him up against the cage.
Nti prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Nti wants to take the fight to the mat but Vale Queiroz manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vale Queiroz.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nti's elbow.
Nti wants a takedown but no success here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vale Queiroz. #TD#
Nti gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Nti prevents Vale Queiroz from getting back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nti is standing up over Vale Queiroz. Vale Queiroz looks to escape but Nti dives into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vale Queiroz is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Nti has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T1#
Vale Queiroz is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Nti is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Vale Queiroz is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Nti asserts his dominance and retains side control.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Vale Queiroz is trying to escape the position but Nti is controlling the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Vale Queiroz scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nti looks to score with a jab to the body but Vale Queiroz is just out of range.
Nti throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Vale Queiroz's waist but Vale Queiroz gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nti off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vale Queiroz tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nti paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nti wants to clinch up but Vale Queiroz keeps it at a distance.
Vale Queiroz closes the distance looking to clinch
and Nti counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#CL2#
Vale Queiroz takes the fight into the clinch.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with an uppercut but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vale Queiroz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Vale Queiroz lands a hook that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Nti tries to throw a body punch but Vale Queiroz avoids it by throwing Nti back against the cage.
Nti lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
Nti goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nti drops down looking for an ankle pick but Vale Queiroz pulls his leg out and moves away.
Vale Queiroz misses with a straight right.
Nti seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Vale Queiroz misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nti takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Nti takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that half lands.
A slow jab from Nti misses its intended target. #TD#
Nti throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Vale Queiroz was covering up waiting for the punch and Nti finishes the takedown easily into guard.

Vale Queiroz pushes Nti off and gets back to his feet. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vale Queiroz.
Good exchange - Vale Queiroz coming out on top.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Vale Queiroz throws a series of punches but Nti avoids them all with ease.
Vale Queiroz tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nti dodges the punch combination from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but Nti moves out of range.
Nti shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Vale Queiroz closes the distance but Nti moves to the side
and Nti counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Erasmo Vale Queiroz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Vale Queiroz takes a swing at Nti's ribcage but misses.
Kwame Nti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vale Queiroz throws a right and a left that Nti avoids nicely.
Vale Queiroz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vale Queiroz lands with an uppercut that bounces Nti off the cage and back into range.
Vale Queiroz wants to clinch.
Vale Queiroz looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Vale Queiroz has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Horrible takedown attempt by Nti or perhaps it was just good defense by Vale Queiroz, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vale Queiroz goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Vale Queiroz throws a sloppy body shot
and Nti counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vale Queiroz ducks under a wild hook from Nti.
Vale Queiroz throws a counter combo.
Vale Queiroz takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Vale Queiroz connects with a crisp jab.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but Nti moves out of range.
Vale Queiroz is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Nti takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Vale Queiroz lands a jab-cross combination.
Vale Queiroz lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Nti backs up against the cage.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but Nti is having none of it.
Nti drops down looking for a counter takedown but Vale Queiroz sprawls and moves away.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that misses.
Vale Queiroz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Vale Queiroz avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A little jabbing left from Vale Queiroz on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A shot to the liver by Vale Queiroz. Beautiful body shot.
Vale Queiroz misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Vale Queiroz scores with a three punch combo!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nti avoids a punch combination nicely. #T2#
Nti swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick but Nti moves out of range.
Vale Queiroz swinging wildly here.
Nti is looking to counter punch.
Vale Queiroz throws a head kick that Nti semi-blocks.
Nti gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#TD#
Nti throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Vale Queiroz tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Nti is in Vale Queiroz's guard.#ES2#
Vale Queiroz is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Nti is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
Vale Queiroz is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short body shot lands from Vale Queiroz as the two fighters clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A short uppercut from Vale Queiroz.
Nti has Vale Queiroz pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Vale Queiroz manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vale Queiroz prevents the takedown attempt.
Vale Queiroz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Erasmo Vale Queiroz seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Vale Queiroz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vale Queiroz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vale Queiroz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nti.
Vale Queiroz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nice body punch from Vale Queiroz.
A short right from Vale Queiroz on the inside.
Vale Queiroz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Vale Queiroz digs a right hand into Nti's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nti's gas tank.
A nice right hand lands inside from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vale Queiroz lands a shot to the body.
Vale Queiroz lands a body shot.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Vale Queiroz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vale Queiroz. #T4#
Vale Queiroz tries to work over Nti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vale Queiroz lands with a left to the head.
Vale Queiroz scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz has a couple of punches blocked by Nti.
Vale Queiroz prevents a body shot from Nti.
A head punch on the inside from Nti fails to land.
Nti working aggressively here.
Vale Queiroz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vale Queiroz lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vale Queiroz.
Nti prevents a body shot from Vale Queiroz.
Vale Queiroz can't find room to land a body shot as Nti controls the action.
Vale Queiroz lands a left hand.
Vale Queiroz blocks an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nti takes a shot to the head.
A right hand to the body from Nti.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Vale Queiroz.
Nti misses with a punch to the body.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: WVT 224: Seanoa v Anderson 2
Date: Feb 17, 2024

#R1#
Bonaparte throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Bonaparte misses the target.
Bonaparte misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Nti counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB#
Bonaparte is looking for a triangle but Nti pushes his legs off easily.
Nti slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Bonaparte working a defensive guard but Nti passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Bonaparte actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Bonaparte actively working from the bottom here.#T1#
Bonaparte wants to get back to full guard.
Bonaparte wants to control but Nti is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Bonaparte actively working from the bottom here.
Bonaparte is looking to get back to full guard here but Nti has managed to pass to side control instead.
Bonaparte gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Bonaparte wants to control but Nti is keeping busy.
Nti controlling the action here.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bonaparte is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Bonaparte looking for submissions off his back.
Bonaparte wants to get back to full guard but Nti has mounted him!
Bonaparte can't escape the position. #T3#
Bonaparte gets back to half guard.
Nti is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
It looks like Nti might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Bonaparte is looking to control Nti's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bonaparte avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Bonaparte looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Bonaparte is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nti pulls his head out easily.
Nti is controlling the pace. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bonaparte is trying to control but can't.
Bonaparte makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bonaparte.
Nti tries to free his leg and advance position but Bonaparte is retaining full guard.
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!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bonaparte looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Nti passes into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Nti misses with a hook
and Bonaparte connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bonaparte avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD2#
Nti feints and as Bonaparte raises his hands in defense, Nti changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bonaparte 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.
Nti pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bonaparte is keeping the position for now.
Bonaparte trying to control the position.
Nti must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Bonaparte is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Bonaparte looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Nti passes into side control. #T1#
Nti is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Bonaparte will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Nti working away.
Bonaparte is trying to improve his position.
Bonaparte wants to control but Nti postures up.
Bonaparte tries to improve position but can't.
Bonaparte being controlled for a moment. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nti moves into full mount!
Kwame Nti has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bonaparte working to try and regain half guard.
Bonaparte wants to control but Nti is having none of it.
Nti controlling from mount.
Nti has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bonaparte is desperately trying to improve his position but Nti has a good base and remains in mount.#T3#
Bonaparte is working hard here to advance position.
Nti controlling the position easily from mount.
Bonaparte is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
Bonaparte wants to hold on but Nti pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bonaparte tries to reverse the position but Nti maintains control.
Nti avoids the attempt from Bonaparte to control.
Bonaparte is working to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti 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! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Bonaparte lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Bonaparte uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nti.
Bonaparte throwing a counter right hand but Nti manages to avoid it.
Nti defending well as Bonaparte loads up on a big left hand.
Nti tries to counter by closing the distance.
Bonaparte misses the jab.#CL2#
Nti rushes Bonaparte and presses him up against the cage.
Bonaparte tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti lands a right hand.
Bonaparte lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #TD2#
Nti has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Bonaparte regains guard immediately.
Bonaparte trying to control the position. #SUB#
Bonaparte has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nti can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Nti not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Bonaparte working for a triangle but Nti defends it easily. #SUB#
Bonaparte throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Nti escapes and throws Bonaparte's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kwame Nti is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bonaparte is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Bonaparte is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Nti is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Bonaparte manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Bonaparte is looking to control Nti's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bonaparte avoid being mounted?#T3#
Nti takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bonaparte wants to improve his position but Nti is controlling well. #SUB#
Bonaparte is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nti pulls his head out easily.
Bonaparte trying to control but Nti postures up.
Bonaparte tries to get to full guard but Nti has control of the leg.
Jacques Bonaparte has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bonaparte is trying to maintain the position but Nti is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Bonaparte actively working from the bottom here.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bonaparte looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bonaparte throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big right from Bonaparte misses.
Nti drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bonaparte defends it well.
Bonaparte misses with an uppercut. Nti saw that one coming.
Nti tries to counter with a clinch but Bonaparte shakes him off and moves away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bonaparte misses with a shot to the body #TD2#
and Nti counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Bonaparte doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kwame Nti comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Nti winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

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

Event: WVT 217: Anderson v Mathieu 2
Date: Jan 31, 2024

#R1#
Nti moves out of range of the leg kick from Kersikov I I.
Nti tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kersikov I I defends well and Nti ends up having to push Kersikov I I into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kersikov I I throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kwame Nti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Nti fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kersikov I I to the ground. Nti is now in Kersikov I I's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Kersikov I I wants to sweep here but Nti controlling him for the moment.
Nti content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov I I trying to control the position. #T1#
Kersikov I I is pulling down on Nti's head to control his posture.
Kersikov I I wants to sweep here but Nti controlling him for the moment.
Kersikov I I is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Nti is controlling him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nti stopping the sweep attempt from Kersikov I I.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kersikov I I has been working on his boxing with his coaches at KFA in the buildup to the fight.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Nti shoots in but Kersikov I I avoids the takedown attempt easily.
As Nti backs away, Kersikov I I returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#TD2#
Nti drives through with a takedown into Kersikov I I's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Kersikov I I can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Nti controls the pace.
Kersikov I I wants to improve his position but instead Nti has moved into half guard. #T3#
Kersikov I I is trying to get back to full guard.
Nti sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Kersikov I I is looking to improve his position.
Nti is taking a breather. Kersikov I I 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.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Nti wants to pass to mount but Kersikov I I is defending the position.
Kersikov I I tries to get to full guard but Nti has control of the leg.
Kersikov I I is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Nti's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Nti's back!
Nti felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov I I is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Kersikov I I missing with strikes from the back.
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 Vitali Kersikov I I will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Nti throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Kersikov I I tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Nti is in Kersikov I I's guard.
Kersikov I I is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kersikov I I working a defensive guard but Nti manages to pass into side control anyway. #ES#
Kersikov I I bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kersikov I I but Kersikov I I pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Nti closes the distance and clinches up with Kersikov I I, looking for a takedown. Nti pushes Kersikov I I against the cage but Kersikov I I circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#T1#
Kersikov I I moves out of range of the strikes.
Nti misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov I I makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kersikov I I lands a leg kick that knocks Nti off balance momentarily.
Nti doesn't manage to clinch there - Kersikov I I circles away.
A swing and a miss from Nti.
Kersikov I I throws a looping overhand right but Nti ducks down to avoid it.
Kersikov I I takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kersikov I I missing with a left hand there. Nti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T2##CL2#
Nti closes the distance and pushes Kersikov I I back into the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nti.
Kersikov I I misses with some punches.
Nti lands on the inside with an uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Vitali Kersikov I I has been cut.
Nti gets through Kersikov I I's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kersikov I I prevents a body shot from Nti.
Kersikov I I working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kersikov I I blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nti can't find room to land a body shot as Kersikov I I controls the action.
Kersikov I I lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nti backwards. #TD2#
Nti has hold of one of Kersikov I I's legs. Kersikov I I is fighting the takedown attempt but Nti gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Nti stopping the sweep attempt from Kersikov I I.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kersikov I I is on top in guard. #REVR#
Kersikov I I wants to pass the guard but Nti is keeping the position.#T3#
Kersikov I I loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kersikov I I pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nti is keeping the position for now.
Kersikov I I slips nicely into half guard.
Kersikov I I wants to control but Nti is keeping him busy.
Nti is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kersikov I I's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kersikov I I's back!
Well, with Nti on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Kersikov I I is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Kersikov I I is trying to stand back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Kersikov I I is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Kersikov I I wants to get back to his feet.
Kersikov I I tries to roll but Nti sticks to his back.
Nti not allowing Kersikov I I to control his hands.
Nti is riding his opponent, not letting Kersikov I I buck him off.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kwame Nti will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Vitali Kersikov I I's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Nti shoots in looking for a takedown but Kersikov I I manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nti's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kersikov I I cracks Nti with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A swing and a miss from Nti.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nti.
Nti defending well as Kersikov I I loads up on a big left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov I I attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nti tries to counter with a clinch but Kersikov I I shakes him off and moves away.
Nti goes for a double leg but Kersikov I I avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kersikov I I continues to drive forward.
Vitali Kersikov I I has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kwame Nti.#T1##TD2#
Nti darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Kersikov I I looking for submissions off his back.
Kersikov I I wants to get back to full guard but Nti has passed into side control.
Kersikov I I is looking to reverse the position.#T2#
Nti taking a breather here.
Nti wants to control but Kersikov I I is keeping him busy.
Kersikov I I wants to get back to his feet but Nti is dominant here and he's now got Kersikov I I's back!
Nti biding his time, looking for the opening.
Nti gets his hands free as Kersikov I I looks to control. #T3#
Kersikov I I is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Nti is riding his opponent, not letting Kersikov I I buck him off.
Kersikov I I wants to control his opponent's hands but Nti gets his hands free.
Kersikov I I is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Nti.
Kersikov I I wants to control his opponent's hands but Nti gets his hands free. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kersikov I I is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
I really don't envy Kersikov I I right now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov I I is working hard here to advance position.
Nti really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Kersikov I I.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kwame Nti comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Nti 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: WVT 211: Mathieu v Kok
Date: Jan 17, 2024

#R1#
Philippe misses with a body shot.
Nti half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Philippe misses with a left hand
and Nti counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Philippe thinking.
Philippe throws a lazy uppercut
and Philippe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Philippe misses with a right hand
and Nti connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Philippe misses with a looping left.
Nti swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nti lands with a good body shot.
Nti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Philippe.
Nti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Philippe misses with a hook to the body
and Nti cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nti on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nti connects with a right hand. Philippe shakes it off.
Philippe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nti wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T1#
Nti thuds his right hand into Philippe's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Philippe.
Nti wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Philippe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Philippe gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Philippe throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Nti on the side of the head.
Philippe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nti.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A slow jab from Nti misses its intended target.
Philippe throws a right hand that misses
and Nti counters with a left to the body.
Philippe shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Philippe fails to land with a series of punches.
Peguero Jean Philippe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Philippe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nti.
Nti tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Philippe manages to circle out of the way.#T2#
Nti lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Philippe lands a jab to the nose.#CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Philippe throws a hook to the side of Nti's head but Nti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD#
Nti closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Philippe did well to prevent Nti getting side control.
Philippe wants to stand back up but Nti manages to pass into side control.
Philippe is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Nti asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Philippe trying to remain calm as Nti controls from the top position.#T3#
Philippe is trying to buck Nti off.
Nti is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Philippe will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Nti takes one to the side of the head.
Philippe closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Philippe throws a lazy uppercut
and Nti connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD#
Nti shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Nti controlling the action here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Philippe fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Philippe scores with the left hand. Nti knows he should have avoided that one.
Nti dives in for a single leg takedown but Philippe sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Philippe is pressed up against the cage. Nti has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Philippe down to the mat. Philippe avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Philippe digs a good hook to Nti's body.
Philippe pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Philippe gets caught napping as Nti dives in and scores a takedown. Philippe manages to retain guard.
Philippe wants to stand but Nti is controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Philippe is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Nti might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nti is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1#
Nti has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Philippe wants to stand but Nti is controlling the position.
Philippe is looking to stand back up but Nti counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Philippe.
Philippe is trying to stand back up but Nti is controlling him #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#ES2#
Philippe manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Nti changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Philippe tries to avoid it but Nti manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Philippe to the ground. Philippe escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nti staying out of range there.
Nti steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Philippe.
Philippe misses with a few strikes there.
Philippe throws a poor cross that misses
and Nti counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Philippe swings widly with a right hand
and Nti counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nti tests Philippe's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T3#
A big right from Philippe misses.
Philippe misses with an uppercut.
A cross from Nti lands.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Nti is defended easily by Philippe.
Philippe catches Nti with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Philippe lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T4##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Nti.
The referee asks Nti politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Nti prefers to stall for the moment though.
Philippe is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Peguero Jean Philippe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Nti is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Philippe missing with a left hand there. Nti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nti half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Philippe swings away with a body shot that misses
and Nti counters with a stiff right hand.
Philippe throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Philippe throws an off balance right hand
and Nti counters with a nice uppercut.
Nti slips under a jab from Philippe.
Nti is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Philippe looks to land a left hand but Nti moved out of range nicely.
Philippe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nti.
Philippe misses with a right hand
and Nti counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Peguero Jean Philippe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Philippe throws an overhand right that lands on Nti's shoulder, as Nti tries to avoid the shot. #T1##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Philippe enables Nti to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Philippe manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Philippe wants to get back to his feet but Nti is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Nti showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Nti won't allow Philippe to get back to his feet. #T2#
Nti wants to pass the guard but Philippe is keeping the position.
Nti showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3##TD#
Nti gets a takedown into half guard.
Nti prevents Philippe from standing back up. #T4#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Philippe is trying to stand up here but Nti is controlling him well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#ES2#
Philippe has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Nti is on him like a limpet, forcing Philippe back against the cage.

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 Kwame Nti.
I think Nti 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: WVT 205: Bang v Jukola
Date: Dec 30, 2023

#R1#
Terrell scores with a decent looking hook.
Terrell comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Nti walks into a stiff left hand from Terrell.
Terrell scores with a body shot.
Terrell has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Terrell takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A low kick lands for Terrell.
Terrell is looking to land body kicks.
Phillip Terrell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nti shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Terrell sprawls well. Terrell wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nti gets slowly back to his feet.
Nti just misses with a punch to the body.
Nti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Terrell cracks Nti with an open hand slap.
Terrell scores with a punch to the head.
Terrell throws a hook but Nti avoids it easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circling - Terrell throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nti is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A big right from Terrell misses. #T1#
Terrell misses with a hook.
The fighters circling - Nti throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Terrell motions for Nti to come forward. Terrell throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Terrell is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nti.
Nti tries to counter with a takedown but Terrell is quick to defend against it.
Terrell throws the kick towards the body but Nti avoids it.
Terrell throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Nti clinches with his opponent.
Terrell pushes Nti back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nti doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nti lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nti lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Still in the clinch, Nti scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Nti as the two fighters clinch.
Terrell looks winded!
Nti lands a body punch.
Nti lands a shoulder strike.
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!
Nti cracks Terrell with a nice body shot.
Terrell blocks a body shot from Nti.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nti.
Terrell tries a body shot but Nti blocks it. #T2#
Terrell prevents a body shot from Nti.
Terrell is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Nti works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.

Terrell manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Terrell tries to throw a body punch but Nti avoids it by throwing Terrell back against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Nti.
Nti looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nti fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Terrell misses with a body punch.
Nti lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nti lands a right hand.
Terrell blocks an uppercut.
Nti blocking some punches.
Terrell misses with a hook from the clinch.
Terrell misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nti doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Terrell throws a head punch that misses.
Nti is working for takedown but Terrell is calmly controlling the position for now.#T3#
Terrell misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nti softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Terrell throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Nti has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Terrell regains guard immediately.
Nti is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Nti has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Terrell seems keen to control Nti's posture.#T4#
Let's hope that Terrell 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.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Terrell.
Yet more stalling tactics from Terrell.
Nti is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
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 Kwame Nti will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Terrell tries to score with a low kick but Nti moves his leg out of the way.
Terrell lands with a cross.
Phillip Terrell seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Nti clinches up against the cage.
Nti blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nti throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Terrells head.
Terrell tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nti lands with a short shot to the head.
Terrell is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Terrell misses with a punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Terrell as the two fighters clinch.
Nti working aggressively here.
Terrell is pressed up against the cage. Nti has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Terrell down to the mat. Terrell avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Nti tries to close the distance and clinch but Terrell swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Terrell misses with an uppercut.
Terrell misses with a body shot
and Nti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Decent striking displayed by Nti there.
A nice inside leg kick there by Terrell. That's going to slow Nti down.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A looping hook to the body misses from Terrell. Nti does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Nti rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Terrell moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Terrell throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Terrell throws a looping overhand right but Nti ducks down to avoid it.
Terrell lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Terrell lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Terrell lands a front kick.
Terrell pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Terrell throws a leg kick that misses.
Terrell throws a hook but Nti blocks it.
Terrell slips a jab from Nti.
Nti stuns Terrell with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Terrell. Those never looked like landing.
Terrell moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Nti drops his hands momentarily and Terrell takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T2#
Terrell lets loose with a powerful body kick. Nti will feel that in the morning.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nti on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Terrell just misses with a punch to the body.
Terrell tries to clinch
and Nti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A thudding body kick lands there by Terrell!
A low kick from Terrell is predictable there
and Nti counters with a nice uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from Terrell misses the target.
Terrell misses with a straight right.
Nti fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nti feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Terrells jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Terrell throws a jab but it's blocked by Nti. #CL#
Nti has taken the fight to the clinch.
Terrell misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nti blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nti blocking some punches. #T3#
Terrell is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Nti is keeping busy.
Nti swings wildly with an uppercut but Terrell uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nti misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nti is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Terrell gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Terrell is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Nti to keep the fight standing.#TD#
Nti lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Nti works his way into side control.
Terrell tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Nti easily slips into full mount!
Nti controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Nti has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Kwame Nti will probably get the nod.
That's time! Nti's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
Terrell misses with a body kick.
Terrell throws a combination that misses
and Nti counters with a stiff right hand.
Nti scores with a nice head shot.
Jab from Terrell.
Terrell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nti.
Terrell dodges the punch combination from Nti.
Nti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Terrell.
Terrell misses with a head kick.
Sloppy strikes from Terrell. Those never looked like landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Terrell throws a leg kick but Nti sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Nti avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Terrell takes a body punch but keeps moving. #CL#
Nti rushes Terrell and presses him up against the cage.
Nti doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Terrell misses with some punches. #T1#
Nti drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nti lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nti drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Terrell gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Terrell misses with a punch to the body.
Nti is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Terrell can't find room to land a body shot as Nti controls the action.
Terrell gets underhooks to prevent Nti's takedown attempt.
Terrell gets underhooks to prevent Nti's takedown attempt.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nti.
Terrell takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Terrell tries to throw a body punch but Nti avoids it by throwing Terrell back against the cage.
Terrell stops a takedown attempt from Nti.
Nti tries for a takedown. No joy. #TD#
Nti has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Terrell clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Phillip Terrell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kwame Nti is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Nti not allowing Terrell to control his hands.
Nti keeps control of the position easily here as Terrell tries to buck him off. #T3#
Nti has the hooks in. Terrell is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Nti biding his time, controlling Terrell.
Terrell tries to roll but Nti sticks to his back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kwame Nti showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Nti, 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: WVT 200: Le Franc v Johnson
Date: Dec 22, 2023

#R1#
Kiryu goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Kiryu is looking to land body kicks.
Nti connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kiryu throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Nti counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nti chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kiryu can pounce on him.
Nti looks to land a right hand but Kiryu moved out of range.
Kiryu connects with a single shot there.
Kiryu lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nti on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A swing and a miss from Nti.
Nti takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kiryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nti sets himself, and Kiryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Nti avoids it this time.#T1#
Kiryu closes the distance looking to clinch
and Nti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nti has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Hammer House of Horror in the buildup to the fight.
Nti shoots in but Kiryu avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Nti working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kiryu misses with some punches. #T2#
Kiryu lands with a right to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nti.
Kiryu is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Nti misses with the head strike.
Nti is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Nti is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Still in the clinch, Kiryu scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nti makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kiryu has a couple of punches blocked by Nti.
Kiryu lands a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kiryu.
Nti misses with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kiryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nti's elbow.
Nti wants a takedown.
Kiryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Kiryu.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nti.
Kiryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Nti tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Nti fails to land.
Kiryu has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Nti seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Kiryu can turn it around.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nti.
Kiryu is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #T3#
Nti presses Kiryu against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nti misses with a body punch.
Kiryu throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Kiryu manages to break the clinch.
Kiryu motions for Nti to come forward. Kiryu throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nice defenses there by Kiryu.
Nti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kiryu throws out the jab.
Nti tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kiryu swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kiryu misses with a hook.
Kiryu tries to work over Nti's front leg with a kick but Nti checks it.
Nti checks a leg kick nicely.
Kazuma Kiryu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Kiryu throws a chopping leg kick but Nti manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Nti misses with a takedown attempt - Kiryu sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Nti looks for a takedown but Kiryu sprawls well.#TD#
Nti shoots in and bounces Kiryu off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Nti tries to free his leg and advance position but Kiryu is retaining full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazuma Kiryu dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Nti shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kiryu as he avoids it easily.
Kiryu misses with a low kick as Nti jumps back.
Kiryu looks to throw the jab but Nti is out of range.
Kiryu tries to clinch
and Kiryu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD#
Nti closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Nti lands in his opponent's guard.
Nti preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti tries to free his leg and advance position but Kiryu is retaining full guard. #T1#
Kiryu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nti is one step ahead there.
Kiryu bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nti's guard. #REVB#
Nti tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nti managing to control the position.
Nti continues to stall.#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.
Nti can't keep his opponent in guard - Kiryu advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Nti tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Kiryu has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Kiryu controlling from mount. #T3#
Nti tries to hold on but Kiryu pushes him away. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kiryu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nti tries to lock up and control but Kiryu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kiryu trying to control but Nti is having none of it.
Nti tries to lock up and control but Kiryu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazuma Kiryu showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Nti fails to land the takedown.
Kwame Nti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kiryu has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kazuma Kiryu seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Kiryu gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Nti to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Kiryu looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Nti puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kiryu regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kiryu wants to sweep here but Nti controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Kiryu seems keen to control Nti's posture.
Nti sitting in guard here, content to control.
Kiryu is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kiryu has control of Nti's left arm, preventing Nti from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kiryu throws an off balance right hand
and Nti counters with a straight right hand.
Nti gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kiryu counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kiryu tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The fighters circling - Kiryu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kiryu lands the left hand.
Kiryu defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nti.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
Nti misses with a takedown attempt
and Kiryu counters with a nice uppercut.
Nti throws a shot to the body.
Nti scores with a nice strike.
Nti shoots in for a takedown but Kiryu shows good takedown defense.
Nti dives in for a single leg takedown but Kiryu sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nti goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kiryu prevents it. #TD#
Nti has hold of one of Kiryu's legs. Kiryu is fighting the takedown attempt but Nti gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Kiryu has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Kiryu looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Kiryu is still trying to improve position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kiryu holds on and takes a little breather.
Nti trying to control but Kiryu is working from the bottom.
Kazuma Kiryu is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nti postures up.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.

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 Kwame Nti.
I think Kiryu has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kazuma Kiryu!
A relieved looking Kazuma Kiryu 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: WVT 192: Fedetenko v Luciano
Date: Dec 02, 2023

#R1#
Nti on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Terrell misses with a body punch #CL2#
and Nti counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Nti.
Nti misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nti tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Terrell lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Terrell takes a shot to the head.
Terrell will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Nti up against the cage.
Nti misses with some punches.
Terrell tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Terrell misses with a punch to the body.
Terrell prevents a takedown attempt there.
Terrell prevents a body shot from Nti.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Terrell misses with the head strike.
A short left from Nti.
Nice body punch from Terrell - that landed with a thud.
Still in the clinch, Nti scores with a nice short uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Terrell.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Terrell tries to work over Nti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Terrell's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T1#
Nti working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nti goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Terrell blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Terrell takes a shot to the head.
Terrell scores with a shoulder strike.
A short uppercut from Nti.
Nti blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nti lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nti tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nti lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Terrell misses with some punches.
Nti goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nti tries a body shot but Terrell blocks it.
Still in the clinch, Nti scores with a nice short uppercut.
Terrell blocks a body shot from Nti.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Still in the clinch, Terrell scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nti lands with a short punch from the clinch. #ROC2#Terrell is rocked!
Terrell lands a left hand.
Oh Terrell is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#BC#
Terrell breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Nti gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Terrell seems to have got his legs back now.#BC#
Terrell escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Terrell scores with a nice body kick.
Terrell is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.#T2##TD2#
Nti shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Terrell is looking to get back to is feet but Nti passes into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nti working away.
A lull in the action here as Nti stalls from top position.#T3#
Terrell tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Nti presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Nti takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Terrell is wriggling around trying to escape.
Terrell wants to control but Nti is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Terrell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Terrell.
Nti tries to counter with a clinch but Terrell shakes him off and moves away.
Nti stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Terrell.
Terrell misses with a left hand
and Nti counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Terrell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Terrell showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nti.
Terrell missing with a left hand there. Nti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Terrell throws a body punch but Nti moves out of range.
Nti moves into range and connects with a jab.
Nti shoots in and drives through. Terrell sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Terrell throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nti sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Terrell ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A swing and a miss from Terrell.
Terrell throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Terrell scores with a jab. Nti acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Terrell lands a leg kick that knocks Nti off balance momentarily.
Terrell keeps Nti at a distance using the push kick.
Terrell throws a front kick aimed at Nti's knee but Nti avoids it well.
Terrell is looking to clinch but Nti is avoiding it.
Nti takes one to the chin there.
Terrell misses with a wild body shot.
Nti lands with a cross.
Terrell throws a jab but it's blocked by Nti.
Nti throws an off balance right hand
and Terrell counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Terrell throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Terrell misses with a straight left.
Nti fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Terrell throws a body shot but no joy.
Terrell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A good leg kick by Terrell. #T2#
Terrell lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Terrell tries to work over Nti's front leg with a kick but Nti checks it.
Nti tries to counter with a clinch but Terrell shakes him off and moves away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Terrell fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Terrell throws a series of punches but Nti moves out of range.
Terrell drops his hands momentarily and Nti takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Terrell looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Terrell lands with an overhand left.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Nti is defended easily by Terrell.
Phillip Terrell has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kwame Nti.
Terrell with the inside leg kick.
A left lands for Terrell.#T3#
Terrell lands an overhand right.
Terrell with the inside leg kick.
Terrell's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Terrell duly obliges.
Nti takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Nti shoots in for a takedown but Terrell shows good takedown defense. #CL2#
Nti pushes Terrell up against the cage in a clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nti.
Nti lands a left hand.
Nti can't find room to land a body shot as Terrell controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Nti fails to land.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nti.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nti has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Terrell after a bit of a struggle.
Terrell misses with a body punch.
Nti is trying to drag Terrell to the mat but Terrell just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Terrell scores with an uppercut up the middle.#TD#
Terrell decides to pull guard. #T4#
Terrell bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nti's guard. #REVR#
Nti manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Terrell manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Terrell throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Nti controlling from the top position.
Terrell looking to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Phillip Terrell 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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
A lazy left from Terrell finds it's target.
Terrell throws a nice head kick!
Nti tries to clinch there but Terrell circles away.
Nice shot by Terrell.
Nti takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Terrell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nti.
Terrell jabs Nti to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Terrell wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nti fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Terrell avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Terrell misses the jab.#CL2#
Terrell tries to keep at a distance but Nti has taken the fight into the clinch.
Terrell lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nti.
Terrell lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T1#
A short uppercut from Nti.
Terrell prevents a body shot from Nti.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Terrell creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nti misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nti tries for a takedown but Terrell manages to get underhooks.
Terrell tries to throw a body punch but Nti avoids it by throwing Terrell back against the cage.
Nti tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Terrell's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Nti can't find room to land a body shot as Terrell controls the action.
Nti scores with a nice hook to the head.
A shot in the inside from Nti.
Nti working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nti misses with a hook from the clinch.
Terrell doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nti tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Terrell's elbow.
Nti swings wildly with an uppercut but Terrell uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nti lands a right hand that snaps the head of Terrell backwards.
Nti throws a big uppercut that drops Terrell! More strikes from Nti and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Terrell lies dazed against the cage as Nti celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kwame Nti!
A victorious Kwame Nti thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: WVT 185: Ihantala v Kok 2
Date: Nov 17, 2023

#R1#
Kersikov I I keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kersikov I I swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kwame Nti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Kersikov I I misses.
Kersikov I I misses with a leg kick
letting Nti counter with a right hand. #CL#
Nti has closed the distance and engaged Kersikov I I in a clinch.
Nti prevents a body shot from Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nti working aggressively here.
A short right from Nti.
Kersikov I I stalling in the clinch but Nti improves position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov I I controls his hands.
Kersikov I I blocking some punches.
Kersikov I I lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Nti.
Kersikov I I with an attempt at a knee that misses. #BC2#
Kersikov I I breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jab, jab by Nti - just one landing. #T1#
Nti blocks a jab.
Nice jab there from Nti.
Nti throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kersikov I I throws a fast counter high kick but Nti manages to duck under it in time.#TD#
Nti closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Nti lands in his opponent's guard.
Kersikov I I has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Nti has passed into side control.
Kersikov I I tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nti wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2#
Nti taking a breather here.
Kersikov I I regains half guard.
Kersikov I I trying to hold on to Nti's head to control him but Nti postures up. #T3#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kersikov I I controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Kersikov I I wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kersikov I I wants to control but Nti is keeping busy. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nti slips a straight right by Kersikov I I.
Nti throws an off balance right hand
and Kersikov I I counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Nti blocks the body kick.
Nti is looking to counter the offense by Kersikov I I and move into the clinch.
Kersikov I I takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CL#
Nti forces Kersikov I I back against the cage and clinches.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nti swings wildly with an uppercut but Kersikov I I uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov I I stalling against the cage.
Nti misses with some punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A lazy left from Kersikov I I finds it's target.
Nti shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kersikov I I as he avoids it easily.
Nti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kersikov I I throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Nti's head.
Kersikov I I lands a lovely overhand right.
Nti misses with a hook. Kersikov I I ducked under it nicely.
Kersikov I I thinks about the counter body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kersikov I I doesn't seem bothered though.
Nti goes for a double leg but Kersikov I I avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kersikov I I continues to drive forward.
Kersikov I I only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Kersikov I I pushes Nti back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nti keeps control of Kersikov I I as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T1#
Nti blocks a body shot from Kersikov I I.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kersikov I I.
Nti can't find room to land a body shot as Kersikov I I controls the action.
Nti is working for takedown but Kersikov I I is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kersikov I I scores with a nice hook to the head.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I leaning against his opponent.
Nti is looking for a takedown.
Kersikov I I misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nti is trying to drag Kersikov I I to the mat but Kersikov I I just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kersikov I I blocks an uppercut.
Kersikov I I displaying some good clinch control by pressing Nti up against the cage.
Kersikov I I can't find room to land a body shot as Nti controls the action.
Nti lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Nti as the two fighters clinch.
Nti goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T2#
Kersikov I I swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kersikov I I landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I tries to stall but Nti uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Kersikov I I wants to stall.
Kersikov I I lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Nti swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nti has Kersikov I I pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kersikov I I manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kersikov I I lands a hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nti blocks an uppercut.
Kersikov I I misses with a punch on the inside.
Kersikov I I is pressed up against the cage. Nti has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Kersikov I I down to the mat. Kersikov I I avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kersikov I I misses with a wild body shot.
Nti was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nti moves out of range as Kersikov I I throws a body kick.
A jab lands there for Kersikov I I.#T3#
Nti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov I I manages to avoid it.
Nti tries for a takedown but Kersikov I I circles away easily
and Kersikov I I cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nti is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I thinks about the counter body kick.
Nti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD#
Nti shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kersikov I I manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Kersikov I I controls Nti momentarily but Nti frees himself. #T4#
Kersikov I I 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.
Nti might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nti slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Kersikov I I is trying to keep Nti in close.
Nti controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vitali Kersikov I I showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Nti checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kersikov I I takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nti with a nice cross.#TD#
Nti feints and as Kersikov I I raises his hands in defense, Nti changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.

Kersikov I I is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Nti throws a punch but it's blocked by Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I swings wildly with an uppercut but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nti misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Nti.
Kersikov I I takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kersikov I I throws a knee to the head but misses.
Nti has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kersikov I I after a bit of a struggle. #T1#
Nti goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kersikov I I prevents it.
Nti blocks an uppercut.
Nti working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
Kersikov I I pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nti will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kersikov I I throws a leg kick #CL#
and Nti counters by moving into the clinch.
Nti can't find room to land a body shot as Kersikov I I controls the action.
Kersikov I I swings wildly with an uppercut but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nti tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nti lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov I I backwards.
Nti fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nti can't get the takedown.
Nti gets through Kersikov I I's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T2#
Nti tries for a takedown but Kersikov I I manages to get underhooks.
Nti struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov I I controls his hands. #BC2#
Kersikov I I manages to break the clinch.
Kersikov I I lands with an overhand left.
Kersikov I I swats away the attempt to clinch by Nti.
Kersikov I I tries a quick counter leg kick but Nti is wise to it.
Kersikov I I throws a lazy body kick #TD#
and Nti counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nti is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kersikov I I wants to stand but Nti is controlling the position. #T3#
Kersikov I I is trying to control the position but Nti postures up.
Kersikov I I pulls Nti in close to prevent any damage.
Nti sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Nti looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nti fails with a takedown attempt.
Nti darts in looking for a takedown but Kersikov I I gets double underhooks and turns Nti into the cage.
Kersikov I I misses with a punch on the inside.
Kersikov I I lands a right hand.
Nti misses with some punches. #BC2#
Kersikov I I breaks the clinch.
Kersikov I I has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Nti fails with a takedown attempt.

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 Kwame Nti.
I think Nti has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: WVT 184: Anderson v Andrei
Date: Nov 11, 2023

#R1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Sturmovik.
Sturmovik looks to throw the jab but Nti is out of range.
Sturmovik cracks Nti with a good jab.
Sturmovik throws a big shot that misses.
Sturmovik takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nti blocks a low kick nicely.
Nti fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nti keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
It seemed like Nti was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sturmovik takes a swing at Nti's ribcage but misses.
Sturmovik cracks Nti with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sturmovik misses with a two punch combination.
Sturmovik throws a hook but Nti avoids it easily.
Nti avoids the body shot from Sturmovik.
Nti 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.
Sturmovik throws a combination that misses
and Nti makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Nti closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #T1#
Sturmovik is trying to stand up here but Nti is controlling him well.
Sturmovik pushes Nti off but Nti dives into side control.
A lull in the action here.
Sturmovik is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Nti has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
A lull in the action here.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Sturmovik wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sturmovik misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nti chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sturmovik can pounce on him.
Nti takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Sturmovik is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Nti tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sturmovik manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Some wild striking there from Sturmovik.
Nti is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T3#
Sturmovik scores with a leg kick.
Sturmovik misses with a hook to the body
and Nti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sturmovik throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Nti counters with a stiff right hand.
Nti slips a jab and a cross from Sturmovik.
Sturmovik gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Nti gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Sturmovik is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kwame Nti!
Our winner, Kwame Nti, 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: WVT 178: Fedetenko v Railio 2
Date: Oct 28, 2023

#R1#
Ruttu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nti.
Nti darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Reino Ruttu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ruttu cracks Nti with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ruttu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nti throws out the jab.
Ruttu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ruttu stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Nti moves out of range of the body kick.
Nti missing with a left hand there. Ruttu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ruttu.
Ruttu connects with a solid leg kick.
Ruttu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ruttu listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T1##TD#
Nti scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Nti prevents Ruttu from improving his position.
Nti is taking a breather. Ruttu 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ruttu is looking to improve his position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T2#
Ruttu is still trying to improve position.
Ruttu wants to get back to full guard but Nti has passed into side control.
Ruttu trying to remain calm as Nti controls from the top position.
Ruttu wants to get back to his feet.
Nti controls the position.#T3#
Ruttu is trying to buck Nti off.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ruttu looks to land a left hand but Nti moved out of range nicely.
As Ruttu tries to get set, Nti tries to push him back and clinch up but Ruttu manages to avoid the attempt.
Ruttu throws a body shot but no joy.
Ruttu throws a shot from downtown. Nti moves away and avoids it.
Nti swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nti throws a sloppy body shot
and Ruttu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nti swings for the body but Ruttu moves out of range.
Ruttu throws a jab when Nti was well out of range.
Ruttu keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ruttu throws an overhand right that lands on Nti's shoulder, as Nti tries to avoid the shot.
Ruttu scores with a nice strike.#T4#
Nti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ruttu.
Nti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ruttu.
Nti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ruttu looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ruttu jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Ruttu scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nti works the jab nicely.
Decent striking displayed by Ruttu there.
Nti is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ruttu.
Nti missing with a left hand there. Ruttu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ruttu is looking for the big counter here.
Ruttu scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Reino Ruttu dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Ruttu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nti manages to avoid it.
A big right from Ruttu misses.
A low kick from Ruttu is predictable there
and Nti counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ruttu lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nti fails with the takedown
and Ruttu counters with a nice body shot.
Ruttu fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Nti checks it well.
Ruttu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nti manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ruttu looks to throw a body kick
enabling Nti to counter with a crisp jab.
Ruttu is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nti.
A little feinted left hand from Nti on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ruttu throws the left hand but Nti avoids the punch easily.
Nti takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T1#
Nti blocks a jab.
Nti throwing a counter right hand but Ruttu manages to avoid it.
Reino Ruttu seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jab, jab by Ruttu - just one landing.
Reino Ruttu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nti takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ruttu's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Nti connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ruttu scrambles back to his feet.
Ruttu throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nti feinted with a counter takedown.
Nti moves out of range of the body kick.
A low kick lands for Ruttu.
Ruttu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nti on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Nti has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Nti there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nti lands with a shot to the body.
Ruttu has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Nti misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Nti closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head punch on the inside from Ruttu fails to land.
Ruttu tries a body shot but Nti blocks it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nti.
Nti lands with a right to the head.
Nti blocks an uppercut.
Nti lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ruttu misses with the head strike.
Ruttu has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A frustrated look appears on Ruttu's face as he tries to break the clinch.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Ruttu. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Nti misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ruttu taking a breather.
Nti is looking to take this one to the mat.
Ruttu leaning against his opponent.
Nti lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nti blocks an uppercut.
Ruttu misses with a hook to the ribs. #T3#
Nti lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short uppercut from Ruttu.
Nti scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nti throws a punch but it's blocked by Ruttu.
Nti can't find room to land a body shot as Ruttu controls the action.
Nti lands a hook that snaps the head of Ruttu backwards.
Nti blocks a body shot from Ruttu.
Ruttu blocking some punches.
Ruttu blocks a body shot from Nti.
Ruttu has a couple of punches blocked by Nti.
Ruttu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ruttu tries a body shot but Nti blocks it.
Nti lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ruttu backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ruttu.
Nti lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nti lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ruttu is looking to control Nti's arms but Nti gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ruttu has his back to the cage.
Nti is working Ruttu over against the cage.
Ruttu is breathing heavily.
Ruttu blocking some punches. #T4#
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Nti as Ruttu tries to tie him up.
Nti scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ruttu has a couple of punches blocked by Nti.
Nti tries to throw a body punch but Ruttu avoids it by throwing Nti back against the cage.
Nti lands a shoulder strike.
Nti pushes Ruttu back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Ruttu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nti lands an uppercut.
Nti lands an uppercut.#ROC#Ruttu is rocked!
Nti lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ruttu is still on wobbly legs! Can Nti finish him?
A short body shot lands from Nti as the two fighters clinch.
A body shot lands from Nti. #TD#
Nti has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Ruttu regains guard immediately.
Ruttu wants to control but Nti passes easily into half guard.
Ruttu seems to have recovered his senses.
Nti takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that second round.
That's time! Nti's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Nti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ruttu manages to avoid it.
Nti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ruttu.
Nti takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A punch combination from Nti misses.
Nti takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#CL#
Nti closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nti can't find room to land a body shot as Ruttu controls the action.
Ruttu lands a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Ruttu fails to land.
Ruttu displaying some good clinch control by pressing Nti up against the cage.
Nti doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ruttu tries a body shot but Nti blocks it.
Ruttu lands a body shot in the clinch. #T1#
Ruttu has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Ruttu has a couple of punches blocked by Nti.
Nti lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Nti.
Ruttu scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ruttu struggles to land a body shot inside as Nti controls his hands.
Nti misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short left from Ruttu.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nti.
Nti misses with the head strike.
Ruttu throws a head punch that misses.
Nti lands a shoulder strike.
Ruttu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ruttu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nti throws a head punch that misses.
Ruttu misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Nti fails to land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ruttu is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Ruttu gets through Nti's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T2#
Nti tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ruttu's elbow.
Ruttu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nti throws a punch but it's blocked by Ruttu.
Nti swings wildly with an uppercut but Ruttu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Good body shot from Nti.
Ruttu takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nti throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A body shot lands from Nti.
Nti works on Ruttu's body with a couple of short punches.
Ruttu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short left from Nti.
Nti is leaning against Ruttu and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kwame Nti has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nti is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ruttu is defending well.
Nti lands a nice shot to the body.
Nti misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nti lands a nice uppercut.
Nti scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T3#
Ruttu's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ruttu throws a head punch that misses.
Nti misses with some punches.
Nti prevents a body shot from Ruttu.
Nti tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ruttu's elbow.
Nti misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nti.
Nti tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ruttu's elbow.
Ruttu working aggressively here.
Nti scores with a shoulder strike.
Nti scores with a hook to the body.
Ruttu gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Nti.
Ruttu has a couple of punches blocked by Nti.
Nti scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nti lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nti misses with a punch to the body.
A short uppercut from Nti. #T4#
Ruttu misses with a body punch.
Ruttu is looking to control Nti's arms but Nti gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ruttu has his back to the cage.
Nti lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ruttu blocks a body shot from Nti.
Nti tries to throw a body punch but Ruttu avoids it by throwing Nti back against the cage.
Nti is working Ruttu over against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ruttu blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD#
Nti lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Ruttu wants to stand back up but Nti manages to pass into side control.
Nti is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Ruttu's shoulder. That is not cool.
Ruttu looking for a sweep but Nti has passed into full mount! Oh no!

And that's the end of the fight!
Kwame Nti showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nti 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kwame Nti!
Our winner, Kwame Nti, 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: WVT 170: Mathieu v Anderson
Date: Oct 13, 2023

#R1#
Nti slips a jab and a cross from Sturmovik.
Sturmovik does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Sturmovik ducks under a wild hook from Nti.
Sturmovik plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.#CL#
Sturmovik moves into the clinch.
Sturmovik misses with a punch on the inside.
Nti fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sturmovik pushes off an throws an elbow but Nti leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Nti lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nti lands a body shot.
A body shot lands from Nti.
Sturmovik is breathing heavily.
Nti lands a left hand.
Sturmovik swings wildly with an uppercut but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nti scores with a shot to the side of Sturmovik's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short uppercut from Nti.
Sturmovik throws a head punch that misses.
Nti pushes Sturmovik back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Nti.
Nti scores with a shoulder strike. #TD2#
Nti turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Nti manages to end up in side control.#T1#
Sturmovik prevents Nti from improving position.
Nti is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Nti advances to full mount.
Nti controlling from the full mount. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
You get the feeling that Sturmovik really doesn't like being in this position too much.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sturmovik trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#T3#
Nti controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Sturmovik throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL#
Sturmovik moves into the clinch.
Nti lands a body punch in the clinch.
Sturmovik throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ntis head.
Sturmovik has a couple of punches blocked by Nti.
Nti misses with some punches.
Sturmovik lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nti gets through Sturmovik's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nti doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short left from Nti.
Sturmovik blocks a body shot from Nti.
Nti fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nti working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nti makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sturmovik tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sturmovik using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Nti has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nti lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sturmovik backwards. #ROC2#Sturmovik is rocked!
Nti creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Sturmovik with a big uppercut! Sturmovik tries to clinch up but Nti pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Sturmovik to the mat! Sturmovik covers up and Nti unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Kwame Nti!
During a confident post fight interview, Kwame Nti thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: WVT 169: Fabinho v Rutger
Date: Oct 07, 2023

#R1#
Carlos tests Nti's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nti on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nti dodges the punch combination from Carlos.
Carlos gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
and Nti counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Carlos trying to control here.
Nti is taking a breather. Carlos 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Carlos wants to improve his position but Nti is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti trying to pass the guard but Carlos defending well.
Carlos is looking to control Nti's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Carlos avoid being mounted?#T1##SUB2#
Carlos actively working from the bottom here.
Nti controlling the pace.
Carlos is looking for a sweep. Nti is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Carlos is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Nti is taking a breather. Carlos 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.
Carlos missing with punches from the bottom.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#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.
Nti perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Carlos misses with a jab, cross combination.
Juan Carlos seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nti shoots in for a takedown but Carlos shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nti moves forwards but Carlos connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Some wild striking there from Carlos.
Carlos throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Nti.#TD2#
Carlos scores with a takedown into Nti's guard.
Carlos distracts Nti with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T3#
Carlos stopping the sweep attempt from Nti.
Carlos working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nti preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nti wants to improve his position but instead Carlos has moved into half guard.
Carlos performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Carlos trying to control from half guard but Nti is working away.
Nti controlling the position for now.
Carlos has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nti is looking for a sweep. Carlos is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Carlos scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Well, if Carlos 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.
Carlos sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nti defending well though.
Nti is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Carlos's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Carlos's back!
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Nti.
Good control from Nti.
Carlos looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Carlos tries to roll but Nti sticks to his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Juan Carlos dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Nti ducks right into an uppercut from Carlos.
Nti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Carlos.
Carlos misses with a few strikes there.
Carlos throws a head kick that misses.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nti fails to land the takedown.
It seemed like Carlos was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL#
Carlos tries to keep at a distance but Nti has taken the fight into the clinch.
Carlos misses with a knee strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Carlos leaning against his opponent.
Carlos has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Carlos tries for a takedown but Nti manages to get underhooks.
Carlos misses with an elbow strike.
Carlos blocks a body shot from Nti.
Nti lands a left hand.
Carlos is working for takedown but Nti is calmly controlling the position for now.#T1#
Nti tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Carlos blocks an uppercut.
Nti doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #TD2#
Carlos has Nti pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Carlos pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Nti tumbling to the mat - Carlos dives into Nti's guard.
Nti is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Nti keeping moving, preventing Carlos from controlling successfully.
Nti bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Carlos's guard. #REVR#
Carlos pulls Nti in close to his closed guard and prevents Nti from doing any damage or advancing position.
Nti stays in close to Carlos's body and controls the position.
Nti trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nti showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Carlos looking for a sweep. Not yet Carlos, not yet. #T3#
Carlos trying to control the position.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Carlos. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Nti stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Carlos swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nti controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nti has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Nti there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nti defending well as Carlos loads up on a big left hand.
Nti walks into a left hand. #T4#
Carlos lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Carlos fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kwame Nti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Juan Carlos.#TD2#
Carlos shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Carlos missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kwame Nti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Carlos sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nti defending well though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Carlos wants to control but Nti is keeping him busy.
Nti trying to control from the bottom.
Carlos not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Juan Carlos showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Carlos fails with the takedown.
Carlos's corner calls for a 1-2. Carlos obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Carlos takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Carlos uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Nti throws a looping overhand right but Carlos ducks down to avoid it.
Carlos lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Carlos connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Nti's hands.
Carlos has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Nti avoids the head kick by Carlos.
Nti feinted with a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Carlos throws the kick towards the body but Nti avoids it.
Nti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Carlos.
Carlos throws a right and a left that both miss.
Carlos swats away the attempt to clinch by Nti.
It seemed like Carlos was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Carlos with a jab.#CL#
Nti has closed the distance and engaged Carlos in a clinch.
Carlos's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#CUT#It looks like Juan Carlos has been cut.
Carlos is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Nti pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Carlos misses with the head strike.
Carlos scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short uppercut from Nti.
Nti tries to work over Carlos's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Carlos stalling in the clinch but Nti improves position.
Carlos's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Carlos jumps guard but Nti stands there with Carlos around his waist. Carlos gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kwame Nti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Juan Carlos.#TD2#
Carlos pulls guard successfully.
Nti is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
Carlos is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nti preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Carlos missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Nti wants to get back to full guard.
Carlos is looking to advance position but Nti won't allow it.
Carlos with the ground and pound but Nti uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Nti looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Nti working a defensive guard here.
Nti has his hands on Carlos's head, controlling the position.
Carlos won't allow Nti to sweep him here.
Nti trying to control the position here.
Nti keeping moving, preventing Carlos from controlling successfully.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
No joy there for Carlos, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The fighters circling - Carlos throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nti tries to clinch up.
The fighters circle momentarily. Carlos darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Nti walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nti on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Juan Carlos seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Carlos.
Juan Carlos is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Carlos with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.

And that's the end of the fight!
Juan Carlos comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Carlos winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: WVT 161: Takahashi v Haudegen
Date: Sep 22, 2023

#R1#
Nti on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CL#
Potku darts in and clinches Nti up against the cage.
Nti prevents a body shot from Potku.
Potku blocks an uppercut.
Potku wants to take the fight to the mat but Nti manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Nti has a couple of punches blocked by Potku.
Potku tries a body shot but Nti blocks it.
Nti tries to work over Potku's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Potku can't find room to land a body shot as Nti controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Potku. #TD#
Potku gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Nti regains guard.
Nti keeping moving, preventing Potku from controlling successfully.
Potku tries to free his leg and advance position but Nti is retaining full guard.
Potku looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Nti is trying to control the position but Potku postures up. #T1#
Potku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nti is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Potku 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.
Nti is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Nti prevents Potku from improving his position.
Nti seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Potku wants to improve his position but Nti is controlling well. #T2#
Potku is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Potku is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nti pulls his head out easily.
Nti not doing much here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Potku slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
Potku tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Potku had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nti defends it easily.
Nti looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Potku keeping moving, preventing Nti from controlling successfully.
Nti is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Potku is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Potku lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Potku scores with a jab to the head.
Nti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Potku throws out the jab.
Nti takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nti blocks a jab.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Potku dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Potku connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Nti momentarily.
Potku throws a series of punches but Nti moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kurki Potku 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#
A jab lands there for Potku.
Potku stuffs the takedown attempt from Nti. Nti gets slowly back to his feet.
Potku appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Potku feints and then cracks Nti's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nti down.
Potku throws a hook but Nti blocks it.
Nti feints the counter takedown.
Potku lands a jab to Nti's midsection.
Sloppy strikes from Nti. Those never looked like landing.
Nti tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Potku paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Potku appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Potku throws a hook to the side of Nti's head but Nti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL2#
Nti gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Potku takes a shot to the head. #T1#
Nti tries to throw a body punch but Potku avoids it by throwing Nti back against the cage.
Potku tries to work over Nti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Potku tries to throw a body punch but Nti avoids it by throwing Potku back against the cage.
Potku misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Potku fails to land.
Potku misses with a shot to the kidneys. #TD#
Potku has Nti pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Potku pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Nti tumbling to the mat - Potku dives into Nti's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Potku is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Potku is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nti can do to turn this around?
Nti is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Nti takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Potku trying to hold on to Nti's head to control him but Nti postures up.
Potku tries to roll over but Nti keeps him under control.
Kurki Potku overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Potku is trying to maintain the position but Nti is very close to passing his half guard.
Potku is looking for a sweep. Nti is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Potku trying to control here.
Potku is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nti prevents Potku from improving his position.
Nti keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T3#
Nti is stalling here. Potku is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Nti seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Potku has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Nti can't do much from the bottom here.
Potku wants to control but Nti is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Potku tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Potku has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Nti tries to buck Potku off but Potku is having none of it.#T4#
Nti is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Potku off and has taken his back!
Potku tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Nti thowing shots but they're missing.
Nti sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Potku wants to hold on but Nti pushes him away.
Kwame Nti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nti tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Potku is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Kurki Potku will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Potku throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A nice inside leg kick there by Potku. That's going to slow Nti down.
Potku looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Potku pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nti fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Potku gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nti swings wildly with an uppercut but Potku uses good head movement to avoid it.
Potku leaning against his opponent.
Nti is working Potku over against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti has a couple of punches blocked by Potku.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nti lands a left hand that snaps the head of Potku backwards.
Nti tries to work over Potku's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nti can't find room to land a body shot as Potku controls the action.
Potku scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Potku has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Nti is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T1#
Potku wants to take the fight to the mat but Nti manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Nti - that landed with a thud.
Nti works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nti working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nti tries for a takedown. No joy.
Potku looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kurki Potku. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nti manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Potku lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
A right hand to the body from Nti.
A shot in the inside from Nti.
Nti prevents the takedown attempt.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nti.
Nti misses with a punch to the body.
Nti misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Potku fails to land.
Potku fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nti lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Potku backwards.
Potku tries to work over Nti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nti misses with the head strike. #T2#
Nti throws a punch but it's blocked by Potku.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Potku pushes Nti back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Potku misses with a hook from the clinch.
Potku misses with a punch on the inside.
Potku lands a body punch.
Potku throws a head punch that misses.
A left hand lands to the body for Nti.
Potku blocks an uppercut.
I was talking to Potku's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Potku looking for a takedown.
Nti throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nti.
Nti tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nti swings wildly with an uppercut but Potku uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nti lands a right hand.
Potku prevents a body shot from Nti.
Nti prevents a body shot from Potku.
Potku misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nti works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A head punch on the inside from Nti fails to land. #T3#
Nti misses with a punch to the body.
Potku misses with some punches.
Nti displaying some good clinch control by pressing Potku up against the cage.
Nti tries a body shot but Potku blocks it.
Nti lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Potku backwards. #TD#
Potku gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Nti regains full guard. Nicely done.
Nti keeping full guard, as Potku tries to pass.
Nti is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Nti takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Potku is trying to maintain the position but Nti is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
Nti is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Potku wants to sweep but Nti has passed to side control!
Nti trying to control the position but Potku is working away.
Nti controlling from side mount.
Potku can't do much from the bottom here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kwame Nti comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Potku 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Kurki Potku!
Kurki Potku took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

Event: WVT 155: Ihantala v Biscuit
Date: Sep 09, 2023

#R1#
Nti shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Wojcik as he jumps to the side.
Ryszard Wojcik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab lands there for Nti.#CUT#It looks like Ryszard Wojcik has been cut.
Wojcik's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nti under the eye.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Nti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nti moves out of range as Wojcik strikes.
Nti changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti misses with a hook. Wojcik ducked under it nicely.
Wojcik swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've been informed that Wojcik has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Nti looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wojcik! But no joy.#T1#
Wojcik misses with an uppercut. Nti saw that one coming.
Nti rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Wojcik counters with a right hand to the body.
Ryszard Wojcik is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice jab there from Nti.
Nti takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Wojcik looks to score with a jab to the body but Nti is just out of range.
Nti appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Wojcik cracks Nti with a good jab.#CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Nti throws a right hand that misses
enabling Wojcik to counter with a crisp jab.
Wojcik tries to clinch but Nti moves out of range.
Nti misses with a jab to the body
letting Wojcik counter with a right hand. #T2#
Wojcik is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nti.
Nti attempts a counter takedown but Wojcik avoids it well and moves away.
Nti cracks Wojcik with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wojcik missing with a left hand there. Nti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nti feinted with a counter takedown.
Nti staying out of range there.
Wojcik throws a jab when Nti was well out of range.
Nti feinted with a counter takedown.
Wojcik scores with a jab to the body.
Wojcik tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nti swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nti drops down looking for a counter takedown but Wojcik sprawls and moves away.
Wojcik throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3##KD#
Wojcik ducks straight into an uppercut from Nti and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Wojcik manages to regain guard straight away. #ROC#Wojcik is rocked!
Wojcik is trying to hold Nti in close to prevent damage but Nti has managed to pass into half guard.
Wojcik is still in real trouble! Can Nti finish him?
Nti takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Wojcik tries to get to full guard but Nti has control of the leg.
Wojcik seems to have recovered his senses.
Wojcik trying to control here.
Nti performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Nti passes to side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T4#
Wojcik wants to control but Nti postures up.
Wojcik is trying to escape the position but Nti is controlling the position.
You can see the frustration on Wojcik's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Wojcik tries to improve position but can't.
Wojcik is trying to control Nti's posture but Nti avoids it.
Wojcik manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Nti sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Nti's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
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 Kwame Nti will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Wojcik defending well as Nti loads up on a big left hand.
Nti takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nti connects with a body shot.
Nti throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wojcik swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nti tries to clinch but Wojcik moves out of range.
Nti misses with a hook
and Nti takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wojcik blocks a jab.
Nti fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Wojcik swats away the attempt to clinch by Nti.
It seemed like Wojcik was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Nti moves out of range of the strikes.
Wojcik swinging wildly here.
A big right from Nti misses.
Nti misses with a right hand
and Nti takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nti tries to counter with a takedown but Wojcik is quick to defend against it.
Nti throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2##TD#
Nti shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Nti was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Nti wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wojcik keeps working.
Wojcik is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nti tries to move into full mount but can't pass Wojcik's legs.
Wojcik is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Nti is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Wojcik will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Wojcik tries to buck Nti off but Nti is having none of it.
Wojcik is trying to control Nti's posture but Nti avoids it. #T3#
Nti is staying tight to Wojcik's torso, preventing him from escaping.
You can see the frustration on Wojcik's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Wojcik prevents Nti from improving position.
Wojcik dodges the ground and pound from Nti.
Kwame Nti overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wojcik is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Wojcik's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Nti takes a little break here. Wojcik wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Wojcik tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nti wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Nti in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Wojcik is trying to work for a sweep but Nti has mounted him!
Nti controlling the pace for now.
Wojcik is working to get back to half guard.
Wojcik tries to hold on but Nti postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wojcik avoids a series of strikes thrown by Nti.
Wojcik just holding on.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Wojcik throws a big shot that misses.
Nti looks to score with a jab to the body but Wojcik is just out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Wojcik misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wojcik. Nti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wojcik throws a jab but it's blocked by Nti.
Nti catches Wojcik with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CUT#That has opened up Ryszard Wojcik's cut even more.
Nti shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Wojcik pinned against the cage. Wojcik gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Wojcik throws out a counter right but Nti avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wojcik. #T1#
Nti circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Wojcik to the canvas! Wojcik doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Nti keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kwame Nti!
Kwame Nti seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: WVT 143: Mathieu v Knox
Date: Aug 12, 2023

#R1#
The Bouncer throws a sloppy body shot #TD#
and Nti counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Nti looking to sit in guard and control but The Bouncer gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The Bouncer being controlled here momentarily. #SU2#
The Bouncer stands up and waves to Nti to follow him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good work by Nti as he checks the leg kick.
An inside leg kick from The Bouncer misses.
Nti takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.#T1#
Nice jab there from The Bouncer.
Benny The Bouncer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The Bouncer lands a leg kick that knocks Nti off balance momentarily.
Nti on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nti blocks a jab.
The Bouncer connects with a nice looking jab.
The Bouncer throws a head kick that half lands.
The Bouncer misses with a hook. Nti ducked under it nicely.
Nti attempts a counter takedown but The Bouncer avoids it well and moves away.
The Bouncer scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The Bouncer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nti changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The Bouncer with the inside leg kick.
Nti takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A big left from The Bouncer misses.
Nti drops down looking for a counter takedown but The Bouncer sprawls and moves away.
The Bouncer swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Nti moves out of range as The Bouncer strikes.
Nti appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
The Bouncer lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The Bouncer lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Nti darts in looking for a takedown but The Bouncer gets double underhooks and turns Nti into the cage.
Nti working aggressively here.
The Bouncer has had enough of the clinch but Nti keeps him there for the moment.
Nti misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nti tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The Bouncer blocks a body shot from Nti.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The Bouncer blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The Bouncer blocks an uppercut.
Nti goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Nti misses with some punches.
The Bouncer blocks a body shot from Nti.
Nti goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
The Bouncer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The Bouncer lands a jab to the head.
The Bouncer pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Nti back to the cage. The Bouncer follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CUT2#Kwame Nti's cut is getting worse.
Nti with a lazy takedown attempt
and The Bouncer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nti moves out of range as The Bouncer strikes.
The Bouncer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nti.
Nti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as The Bouncer throws out the jab.
Nti attempts a counter takedown but The Bouncer avoids it well and moves away.
The Bouncer swings for the body but Nti moves out of range.
Nti drops down looking for a counter takedown but The Bouncer sprawls and moves away.
The Bouncer throws a quick inside leg kick.
The Bouncer connects with a single shot there.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nti steps to the side to avoid the strikes from The Bouncer.
The Bouncer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nti.
Nti shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The Bouncer throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Nti on the side of the head.
The Bouncer scores with a jab to the body.
Nti moves out of range as The Bouncer strikes.
The Bouncer fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nti.
The Bouncer misses with the combination.
Nti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from The Bouncer.
The Bouncer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nti.
The Bouncer stuffs the takedown attempt from Nti. Nti gets slowly back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Benny The Bouncer dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
The Bouncer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
The Bouncer throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Nti counters with a single leg into guard. The Bouncer didn't expect that.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The Bouncer is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Nti is controlling him.
Nti trying to control the position from guard on top but The Bouncer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Nti looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1#
The Bouncer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nti tries to free his leg and advance position but The Bouncer is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#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.
The Bouncer throws an overhand right that lands on Nti's shoulder, as Nti tries to avoid the shot.
Nti tries to counter with a takedown but The Bouncer is quick to defend against it.
The Bouncer looks to land a right hand but Nti moved out of range.
Nti attempts a counter takedown but The Bouncer avoids it well and moves away.
Benny The Bouncer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nti drops his hands momentarily and The Bouncer takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The Bouncer connects with an inside leg kick.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for The Bouncer. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
The Bouncer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from The Bouncer. Nti does a little dance to reset his feet.
The Bouncer misses with a wild body shot.
Nti looks for a takedown but The Bouncer sprawls well.
The Bouncer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nti attempts a counter takedown but The Bouncer avoids it well and moves away.
Nti uses good head movement to avoid the hook from The Bouncer.
Nti appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Nti jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nti takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T3#
Nti moves out of range as The Bouncer strikes.
The Bouncer cracks Nti with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The Bouncer lands with a good body shot.
The Bouncer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The Bouncer connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nti. Nti circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
The Bouncer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The Bouncer has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Nti is landing a low percentage of strikes.
The Bouncer is looking to slow Nti down with leg kicks.
The Bouncer gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Nti counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The Bouncer wants to get back to his feet but Nti is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Nti trying to control but The Bouncer is working from the bottom. #T4#
Nti showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The Bouncer wants to get back to his feet but Nti is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #ES2#
The Bouncer scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Kwame Nti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice cross by The Bouncer.
The Bouncer connects with a nice looking jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Benny The Bouncer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
The Bouncer throws a head kick but Nti moves out of range.
Nti half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
The Bouncer missing with a left hand there. Nti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The Bouncer swings for the body but Nti moves out of range.
Nti slips under a jab from The Bouncer.
Nti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nti changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. The Bouncer tries to avoid it but Nti manages to keep hold of a leg and drag The Bouncer to the ground. The Bouncer escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nti dives in for a single leg takedown but The Bouncer sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nti lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nti goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Bouncer wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
The Bouncer blocking some punches. #BC2#
The Bouncer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The Bouncer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Good exchange - The Bouncer coming out on top.
The Bouncer lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nti circles away quickly and effectively.
The Bouncer lands with a right hand.
Nti gets cracked with a nice right hand there by The Bouncer.
The Bouncer keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nice shot by The Bouncer.
Nti shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says The Bouncer as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The Bouncer lands with a hook. Nti tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
The Bouncer lands a glancing blow to the side of Nti's head.#CUT2#Kwame Nti's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Nti shoots for a double leg takedown but The Bouncer sprawls well. He's pushed Nti's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nti has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from The Bouncer.
The Bouncer lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #T2#
Good standup being displayed there by The Bouncer as he connects with a hook.
Nti slips under a jab.
Nice uppercut there from The Bouncer.
Nti fails with a takedown attempt.
Nti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from The Bouncer.
The Bouncer misses with a wild combination.
Nti drops down looking for a counter takedown but The Bouncer sprawls and moves away.
The Bouncer uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Benny The Bouncer is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
An inside leg kick lands from The Bouncer.
The Bouncer connects with the punch.
Nti looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T3#
The Bouncer throws a sloppy head kick and Nti moves out of range easily.
Nti fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but The Bouncer avoids it really well and circles away.
That kick from The Bouncer tenderised Nti's leg. Nti is trying to keep his angry face on.
The Bouncer connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A nice leg kick from The Bouncer, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nti is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A big left from The Bouncer misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for The Bouncer.
The Bouncer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T4#
Nti drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from The Bouncer.
Nti gets cracked with a nice right hand there by The Bouncer.
The Bouncer sizes up Nti with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The Bouncer scores with a hook to the body. Nti takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A solid leg kick lands there for The Bouncer.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nti has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from The Bouncer.
The Bouncer jabs Nti right on the nose. Nti blinks but takes it well.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by The Bouncer.
Nti thuds a left hand into The Bouncer's body.
Nti takes a shot to the body in his stride.

And that's the end of the fight!
Benny The Bouncer comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got The Bouncer winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 26:30
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 26:30
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Benny The Bouncer!
Benny The Bouncer seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: WVT 133: West v Halli
Date: Jul 21, 2023

#R1#
Godwin throws the kick towards the body but Nti avoids it.
Godwin walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Nti checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Godwin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nti.
Nti attempts a counter takedown but Godwin avoids it well and moves away.
Godwin takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A left lands for Godwin.
Nti keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Godwin.
Nti has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Hammer House of Horror in the buildup to the fight.
Godwin connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Nti's hands.#CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Godwin.
Nti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Godwin was well out of range. Poor timing from Nti.#TD#
Nti closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Nti lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Godwin has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nti can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Godwin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Godwin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nti is one step ahead there.
Godwin trying to keep a closed guard but Nti is proving a slippery customer.
Nti tries to free his leg and advance position but Godwin is retaining full guard.
Nti stays in close to Godwin's body and controls the position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Godwin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nti might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nti controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Godwin scores with a kick to the body.
Godwin scores with a shot to the body.
Godwin fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Godwin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nti moves away.
Nti appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Nti changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Godwin tries to avoid it but Nti manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Godwin to the ground. Godwin escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Godwin replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Nti blocks it well.
Nti scores with a decent looking hook.
Nti throws a body punch but Godwin moves out of range.
Godwin tries to land a body kick#TD#
and Nti counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nti.

Godwin has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Nti is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T3#
Godwin has a couple of punches blocked by Nti.
Nti has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Godwin is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Godwin.
Nti tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Godwin gets through Nti's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Godwin misses with the head strike.
A short left from Godwin.
Nti drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nti.
Nti can't find room to land a body shot as Godwin controls the action.
Godwin missing with knees to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Godwin. #TD#
Nti has picked Godwin up - he's going for a ride! Nti dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Godwin is trying to maintain the position but Nti is very close to passing his half guard.
Godwin is pressing down on Nti's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Godwin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nti is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Godwin keeps trying to improve his position.
Nti is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Godwin looking for a sweep. Not yet Godwin, not yet.
Nti trying to control but Godwin is working from the bottom.
Nti is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Basko Godwin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Godwin keeps the fight on the outside.
Godwin throws a leg kick but Nti checks it.
Nti slips under a jab from Godwin.
Godwin takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nti takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nti takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#TD#
Nti closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Godwin to the mat! Godwin manages to get full guard.
Nti passes into half guard.
Godwin works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Godwin escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nti gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Godwin keeping full guard, as Nti tries to pass. #T1#
Nti trying to control the position from guard on top but Godwin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nti preventing the sweep.
Godwin is pulling down on Nti's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
Godwin is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nti is aware though and is defending well.
Nti trying to control the position from guard on top but Godwin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nti stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Godwin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Nti missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Godwin 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.
Godwin working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nti misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Godwin.
A slapping body kick lands there for Godwin.
Basko Godwin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Nti fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Godwin sprawls well initially but Nti persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Godwin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Godwin is trying to control but can't.
Godwin is not content to let Nti control the position.#T3#
Godwin trying to control but Nti postures up.
Nti is trying to control. Godwin wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Godwin trying to get back to full guard but Nti takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Godwin is desperately trying to improve his position but Nti has a good base and remains in mount.
Nti tries to control but Godwin wriggling away.
Nti sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
Godwin is looking to improve his position but Nti isn't that keen on the idea.
Godwin manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Kwame Nti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Godwin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nti is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Kwame Nti will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Nti takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Godwin thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Nti if he has to take too many more of those.
Godwin jabs Nti right on the nose. Nti blinks but takes it well.
Nti on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Godwin. Godwin obviously looking to wear him down.
Godwin throws an overhand right that lands on Nti's shoulder, as Nti tries to avoid the shot.
Nti slips under a jab from Godwin.#TD#
Godwin gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Nti to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Nti seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Nti postures up in Godwin's guard and throws a big left but Godwin blocks it. #T1#
Nti trying to control the position from guard on top but Godwin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kwame Nti overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#ES2#
Godwin scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Godwin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nti.
Godwin is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Godwin scores with a hook to the body. Nti takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Godwin connects with a leg kick.
A good leg kick by Godwin. #T2#
Nti blocks the body kick.
Decent striking displayed by Godwin there.
Godwin fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nti swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nti swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nti takes a swing at Godwin's ribcage but misses.
Nice defenses there by Godwin.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Godwin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nti.
Horrible takedown attempt by Nti or perhaps it was just good defense by Godwin, which made it look bad.
Godwin looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nti is looking to wear down Godwin with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Godwin connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Nti's hands.#T3##CL2#
Godwin has taken the fight to the clinch.
Godwin is working Nti over against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Godwin.
Godwin misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nti wants to stall.
Nti can't get the takedown.
Godwin trying to land knees to the body. #BC2#
Godwin breaks the clinch.
Basko Godwin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Godwin.
Godwin has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Nti avoids the body shot from Godwin.
Godwin sizes up Nti with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Godwin scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Godwin takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Godwin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
Nti keeps the fight on the outside.
Nti defending well as Godwin loads up on a big left hand.
Nti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Godwin goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
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!
Godwin connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A lazy left from Godwin finds it's target.
A telegraphed right hand from Nti misses the target.
Godwin misses with a hook.
Nti throws a body punch but Godwin moves out of range.
A low kick from Godwin is predictable there #TD#
and Nti counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Nti looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Godwin wants to improve his position but Nti is controlling well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Basko Godwin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Godwin 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Basko Godwin!
A very excited looking Basko Godwin 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: WVT 124: West v Souza
Date: Jul 01, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Nti looking to score a takedown here. Potku is defending well but Nti drives through and ends up in Potku's guard.#SUB#
Nti got a little sloppy there for a moment and Potku has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nti has managed to get both his arms back between Potku's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Potku is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nti is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Potku throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nti sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Potku working for a triangle but Nti defends it easily. #T1#
Nti is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Potku trying to control the position.
Nti is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Potku is looking for a triangle here but Nti uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nti is looking to take a break and control but Potku is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Potku struggling a bit here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Potku is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Nti off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Potku is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Nti is defending well though. Potku let's go of the attempt for now.
Nti rolls, trying to escape but Potku keeps control of the position. #SUB#
Potku looking for the choke but no joy.
Nti felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Nti fending off the submission attempt from Potku. #T3##SUB#
Potku is looking for the choke from the back position but Nti is controlling his hands well.
Potku gets his hands free as Nti looks to control.
Nti looking very determined here, making life difficult for Potku. #SUB#
Nti is in a bad position with Potku working for a choke. Nti manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment. #SUB#
Potku working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nti doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nti manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
Nti stays in close to Potku's body and controls the position.
Nti wants to control from the top but Potku keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Potku looking to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nti trying to control the position from guard on top but Potku is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
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 Kurki Potku will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Nti slips a straight right by Potku.
Potku thows a left - swing and a miss!
Potku throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nti sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Potku scores with a body shot.
Potku drops his hands momentarily and Nti takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nti tries to close the distance and clinch but Potku swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A big right from Potku misses.
A shot to the liver by Potku. Beautiful body shot.
Potku throws a lazy right hand but Nti sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Potku throws a body punch but Nti moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Potku throws a hook to the side of Nti's head but Nti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nti is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Potku is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nti can do to turn this around?
Potku tests Nti's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Potku connects with a looping right hand. #T1#
Nti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Potku.
Nti with the counter takedown but Potku avoids it easily.
Nti slips under a jab from Potku.
Left hook, right uppercut from Nti.
Nti just misses with a punch to the body.
Nti swings for the body but Potku moves out of range.
Potku scores with a jab to the head.
Potku throws a hook to the side of Nti's head but Nti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kurki Potku seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Nti finds it's way through Potku's defenses.
Potku misses with a hook.
Nice defenses there by Nti.
A looping hook to the body misses from Potku. Nti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nti feints the counter takedown.
Nti throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
Potku misses with an uppercut. Nti saw that one coming.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Nti!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A combination from Nti does no damage.
Potku tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Nti manages to circle out of the way.
Potku throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Some wild striking there from Potku.
Potku swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nti fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A jab from Potku misses.
Nti connects with a body shot that sends Potku's belly button to the back.
Potku connects with a crisp jab.
Nti will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Potku takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T3#
Potku is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nti.
Nti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Potku misses the target.
Nti drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Potku defends it well.
Potku misses with a hook. Nti ducked under it nicely.
Nti missing with a left hand there. Potku was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Potku throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nti. #CL2#
Nti moves into the clinch successfully.
Nti is stalling here.
Potku lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Still in the clinch, Potku scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right from Potku on the inside.
Nti goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nti taking a breather.
Nti struggles to land a body shot inside as Potku controls his hands. #T4#
Potku lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nti struggles to land a body shot inside as Potku controls his hands.
Nti misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nti working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Potku takes a shot to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Potku struggles to land a body shot inside as Nti controls his hands.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nti. #TD2#
Nti tightens his grip and picks Potku up, before dumping him to the ground. Potku manages to land in guard.
Nti trying to control but Potku is working from the bottom.
Kwame Nti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nti slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Potku has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Nti is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Potku.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kwame Nti will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Nti defending well as Potku loads up on a big left hand.
Nti just misses with a punch to the body.
Nti catches Potku with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#TD#
Potku fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Nti sprawls well initially but Potku persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Nti is looking to improve his position.
Nti gets back to full guard.
Nti keeping moving, preventing Potku from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Potku is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Nti is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Nti has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Potku avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Nti wants to control from the top but Potku keeps moving.
Potku wants to hit a sweep here but Nti passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Potku there!
Nti controlling from mount.
Potku tries to hold on but Nti postures up.
Nti controlling from mount.
Nti throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier. #T2#
Potku really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Nti content just to control the position here.
Nti can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Potku is looking to escape.
Potku is desperately trying to improve his position but Nti has a good base and remains in mount.#T3#
Potku tries to hold on but Nti pushes him away.
Potku is looking to get to half guard.
Potku regains half guard.#SUB#
Potku looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nti trying to pass the guard but Potku defending well. #SUB#
Potku actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
Nti working Potku over with strikes. #SUB#
Potku is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nti pulls his head out easily.
Nti passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Potku!
Potku is trying to escape the mount.
Potku is working hard here to advance position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nti avoids the attempt from Potku to control.
Potku is wriggling around trying to escape.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kwame Nti comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Nti 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Kwame Nti!
A very excited looking Kwame Nti 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: WVT 107: Simone v Peterson 2
Date: May 26, 2023

#R1#
Nti walks into a jab.
Sector cracks Nti with a right hand to the side of the head.#CL2#
Nti instigates a clinch.
Nti slows down the pace here. #TD2#
Nti works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Nti trying to control but Sector is working from the bottom. #ES#
Sector scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Sector misses with a straight right.
Nti is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Sector scores with a head kick. #CUT#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Summa Sector seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sector will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nti changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Sector bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Nti's head backwards.
Sector scores with a nice right hand.
Sector fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nti manages to avoid it.
Sector throws a jab when Nti was well out of range.#T1#
Sector moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Sector misses with a straight right.
Nti is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nti walks into a jab.
Sector ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nti blocks a jab.
Sector looks to throw the jab but Nti is out of range.
Sector throws a body shot but no joy.
Nti staying out of range there.
Sector lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sector connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sector lands a glancing blow to the side of Nti's head.
Sector misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nti. #T2#
Sector throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Nti counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Sector!

Sector explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sector scoring well with a low kick there.
Sector is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nti.
Sector is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nti.
Sector showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nti.
Sector fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nti avoids the head kick by Sector.
Sector tries to bum rush Nti with a series of wild strikes but Nti uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sector changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nti walks into a straight right hand from Sector.#T3#
Sector misses with a hook #TD2#
and Nti counters with a nice double leg into side control. Sector won't be happy with that.
Sector bucks up and tries to throw Nti off but instead Nti has got his back!
Nti controlling the position well here. Sector rolled but Nti kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Sector is trying to get back to his feet but Nti has full control of the position and if anything, Sector has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Nti has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Sector's body.
Sector wants to get back to his feet.
Sector covering up well under a series of strikes from Nti. #T4#
Nti has good solid back control here. #ES#
Sector manages to stand up with Nti still on his back. Eventually Nti drops to his feet and we're back in the standing position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good work by Nti as he checks the leg kick.
Sector misses with a hook.
Nti is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Sector uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sector jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sector misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Nti counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Summa Sector dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Nti misses with a left hand
and Sector counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sector throws a hook but Nti avoids it easily.
Summa Sector is winning the standup battle so far.
A low kick lands for Sector.
Nti blocks a head kick by Sector.
Nti tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sector tried to score with a low kick but Nti checks it.
Sector throws a leg kick that misses.
Nti changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Sector takes a swing at Nti's ribcage but misses.
And Nti tries to counter it with a takedown but Sector pushes his down on his head and steps out.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Sector here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Sector looks to land a right hand but Nti moved out of range.
Nti will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sector can pounce on him.
Sector scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Nti darts in looking for a takedown but Sector gets double underhooks and turns Nti into the cage. #T1#
Sector fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Nti on the side of the head.
Sector rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Nti counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Sector is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Nti is controlling him.
Nti advances position into side control!
Sector wants to get back to his feet but Nti drags him back down.
Nti tries to advance to mount but can't.
Sector is trying to get back to his feet.
Nti trying to control the position but Sector is working away. #ES#
Sector bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Danga de danga de dang - Sector scores with a four punch combination!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A nice leg kick from Sector, right into the meat of the thigh. #T2#
Nti avoids the body shot from Sector.
Nti feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Nti drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Sector wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Nti lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Nti wants to control but Sector is keeping him busy.
Sector is pushing Nti's head away, looking to escape. Nti manages to hold on to the position though.
Sector is being controlled here.
Nti wants to control but Sector is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES#
Sector sneaks out the side door and pushes Nti away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T3#
Sector dips to his left and cracks Nti with an uppercut!
Sector lands a really nice looking cross but Nti seems unphased.
Sector lands with a nice body punch.
Sector throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sector uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Nti misses with an uppercut.
Sector scores with a jab to the head.
Nti fails with the takedown.
Summa Sector has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kwame Nti.#TD2#
Nti looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Sector!

Sector explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sector throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Nti.
Nti shoots in for a takedown but Sector shows good takedown defense.
Sector avoids the body shot from Nti.
Nti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nti avoids the head kick by Sector.
The fighters circling - Sector throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kwame Nti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A swing and a miss from Sector.
Sector cracks Nti with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nti blocks a jab.
Sector throws a jab when Nti was well out of range.
Nti changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Summa Sector dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Sector wants to slow Nti down by chopping away at his legs.
Nti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sector throws out the jab.
Sector throws a body shot but no joy.
Sector cracks Nti with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sector throws out a loose jab but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sector chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nti throws a lazy right hand but Sector sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sector throws a head kick that misses.
Nti changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Sector tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nti wants to clinch up but Sector keeps it at a distance.
Sector lands a jab to Nti's midsection.#T1#
Sector throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A low kick lands for Sector.
Nti on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The fighters circling - Sector throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nti slips a jab from Sector.
Nti has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Nti checks a leg kick.
Nti drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sector defends it well.
Nti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nti changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nti missing with a left hand there. Sector was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sector fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Nti.
Sector uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Sector lands a leg kick that knocks Nti off balance momentarily.#T2#
Sector fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Sector throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A punch lands to the side of Nti 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Nti's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sector scores with a shot to the body.
Sector throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Sector tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nti slips under a jab.
And Nti tries to counter it with a takedown but Sector pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sector throws the left hand but Nti avoids the punch easily.
Nti blocks a head kick by Sector.
Sector misses with a straight left.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Sector.
Nti is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T3#
Sector lands with a right hand.
Sector changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sector cracks Nti with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A shot to the liver by Sector. Beautiful body shot.
Nice defenses there by Nti.
Sector swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sector scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sector works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Sector missing with a left hand there. Nti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nti shoots and misses
enabling Sector to counter with a crisp jab.
Sector uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nti.#T4#
Nti slips a jab and a cross from Sector.
And Nti tries to counter it with a takedown but Sector pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sector is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sector throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nti feints the counter takedown.
Sector connects with the punch.
Sector blocks a jab.
Sector is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nti can do to turn this around?
Sector ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nti moves away.
Sector throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nti drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sector defends it well.
Sector lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nti uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sector.
Sector jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sector moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Summa Sector showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Sector, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:26
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:26
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:26

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

Event: WVT 100: Anderson v Souza
Date: May 06, 2023

#R1#
Mathieu throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Nti counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Mathieu is trying to stand.
Mathieu knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nti on the ground.
Nti takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mathieu looks like he's trying to stand up.
Nti is taking a breather. Mathieu 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Let's hope that Nti 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.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T1#
Mathieu throws a body punch but Nti moves out of range.
Nti changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Mathieu tries to clinch but Nti is having none of it.
Mathieu swings for the body but Nti moves out of range.
Nti drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mathieu defends it well.
Mathieu throws a hook to the side of Nti's head but Nti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nti is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Mathieu fails with an attempt to clinch.
A low kick from Mathieu misses #TD2#
and Nti counters with a shoot takedown. Mathieu fights it but they end up in guard.
Nti is stalling in the full guard.
Nti is pushing down on Mathieu's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mathieu is fighting to maintain full guard but Nti has managed to sneak the leg through.
Mathieu is looking to escape.#T2#
Nti passes the guard and advances to mount!
Nti sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Nti scoring with strikes but Mathieu is staying in there.
Nti looking to control and managing it successfully.
It looks like Nti might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T3#
Mathieu blocking the ground and pound.
Nti content just to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nti won't let Mathieu get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nti content just to control the position here. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#ES#
Mathieu bucks Nti off and manages to get back to his feet!
Ernesto Mathieu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mathieu is looking to clinch.
Nti tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nti misses with a takedown attempt - Mathieu sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Nti blocks a jab.
Nti changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Mathieu seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Mathieu goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mathieu bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Nti's head backwards.#CUT#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Nti takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nti takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Mathieu lands a jab.
Ernesto Mathieu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mathieu fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kwame Nti will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
That's time! Mathieu's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Nti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mathieu tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Nti is able to avoid easily.
Mathieu misses with a low kick.
Nti feints the counter takedown.
Mathieu moves in looking to clinch but Nti pushes him off.
Mathieu swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A head kick misses from Mathieu.
A leg kick checked by Nti.
And Nti tries to counter it with a takedown but Mathieu pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Mathieu lands with a nice body kick.
Nti dives in for a single leg takedown but Mathieu sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mathieu throws out the jab.
Nti drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mathieu defends it well.#CL#
Mathieu clinches up against the cage.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Mathieu obliges.
Mathieu unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Nti is breathing heavily.#T1#
Mathieu lands a damaging elbow.
Mathieu scores a nice knee to the body.
Nice body punch from Mathieu.
Mathieu scores with a knee to the head.
Mathieu lands a right hand.
Mathieu lands a good knee to the midsection. Nti won't want to take too many of those.
Nti avoiding damage as Mathieu throws knees to the body.
Mathieu lands a knee to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for Mathieu.
Mathieu pushes Nti back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Mathieu is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Mathieu lands a nice looking hook to the body, 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!
A knee to the head by Mathieu. #CUT#That has opened up Kwame Nti's cut even more.
Nti takes a shot to the head.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Mathieu.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mathieu.
Mathieu tries to land a knee to the head but Nti blocks with his arms. #T2#
Mathieu tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Nti avoids it.
Mathieu putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Nti in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Mathieu unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Mathieu scores with a shot to the side of Nti's head.
Mathieu lands with a light punch inside.
Mathieu prevents a takedown attempt there.
Mathieu putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Nti in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Mathieu scores a nice knee to the body.
Mathieu crunches a lovely knee into Nti's ribcage.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Mathieu obliges.
Mathieu misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Nti.
Mathieu lands a good knee to the midsection. Nti won't want to take too many of those.
Mathieu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Nti has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Mathieu is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Ernesto Mathieu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kwame Nti.
Mathieu pushes Nti back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Mathieu lands a left hand. #T3#
Nti takes an elbow to the temple.
Mathieu gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Nti.
Nti takes a knee to the side of the body.
Mathieu lands a nice knee to the body.
Mathieu tries to land knees in the clinch but Nti avoids the damage to the body.
Mathieu pushes Nti back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Mathieu lands a shoulder strike.
Mathieu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mathieu putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Nti in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Mathieu lands an elbow that stopped Nti in his tracks for a moment. #BC#
Mathieu escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mathieu lands with a nice combination. Nti backs away looking to recover.#CUT#The cut above Kwame Nti's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mathieu connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Mathieu lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CUT#Kwame Nti's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.#T4#
Nti takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Mathieu comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Nti takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Jab by Mathieu.
Mathieu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mathieu throws a low kick, looking for Nti's leg but Nti calmly moves out of range.
Nti is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Mathieu fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nti blocks the body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mathieu throws a hook to the side of Nti's head but Nti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL#
Mathieu pushes Nti up against the cage in a clinch.
Mathieu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nti can do to turn this around?
Mathieu tries to land knees in the clinch but Nti avoids the damage to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ernesto Mathieu dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. 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#
Mathieu tries to land a front kick but Nti steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Mathieu misses with a hook. Nti ducked under it nicely.
And Nti tries to counter it with a takedown but Mathieu pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nti has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mathieu finds it's way round the side to connect with Nti's head.
Mathieu throws a hook but Nti avoids it easily.
Nti moves out of range of the strikes.
Nti is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Mathieu is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Mathieu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nti manages to avoid it.
Nti feints the counter takedown.
Mathieu tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Nti counters with a shoot takedown. Mathieu fights it but they end up in guard.
Nti content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mathieu wants to stand and escape but Nti is having none of it. #T1#
Nti controls from within his opponent's guard. #ES#
Mathieu manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Mathieu tried to score with a low kick but Nti checks it.
Mathieu fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Nti on the side of the head.
Mathieu throws a leg kick but Nti sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Mathieu throws a jab when Nti was well out of range.
Ernesto Mathieu is winning the standup battle so far.
Nti moves out of range as Mathieu throws a body kick.
Crunch! Mathieu slams his shin into Nti's torso.
Nti takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Mathieu. Nti shrugs it off though. #T2##CL#
Mathieu moves into range and clinches up with Nti.
Mathieu working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mathieu.
Nti goes for a takedown in the clinch but Mathieu prevents it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nti blocking some punches.
Mathieu missing with knees to the body.
A hook to the body from Mathieu. #BC#
Mathieu's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mathieu tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nti blocks a low kick nicely.
Mathieu misses with a straight right.
Nti with the counter takedown but Mathieu avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nti. Mathieu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mathieu swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD2#
so Nti counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T3#
Nti sitting in guard here, content to control.
Mathieu wants to stand but Nti is controlling the position.
Nti looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #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.
Mathieu wants to stand up but Nti is controlling him. #ES#
Mathieu wriggles free and stands up.
Mathieu throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mathieu swings for the body but Nti moves out of range.
A low kick from Mathieu is predictable there #TD2#
and Nti counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Nti passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Mathieu!
Nti looking to control and managing it successfully.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ernesto Mathieu showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Mathieu 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ernesto Mathieu!
Our winner, Ernesto Mathieu, 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: WVT 93: Mahogany v Ignatov
Date: Apr 21, 2023

#R1#
Railio avoids the body shot from Nti.
Railio definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Donk. Nti catches Railio right on the button with a cross.
Nti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Railio moves away.
It looked like Railio wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Railio cracks Nti with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CUT#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Nti swings for the body but Railio moves out of range.
Railio uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Railio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nti.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Nti.
Nti tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Railio avoids the body shot from Nti.
Nti 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.
Nti lands a nice hook to Railio's body. Railio takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Railio.
And Nti tries to counter it with a takedown but Railio pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nti just misses with a punch to the body. #TD2#
Railio gets caught napping as Nti dives in and scores a takedown. Railio manages to retain guard.
Railio controls Nti momentarily but Nti frees himself.
Nti controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Nti passes into half guard.
Railio is trying to control but can't. #T2#
Nti throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Nti is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Let's hope that Nti 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.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T3##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nti misses with a hook.
Railio appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Railio throws the left hand but Nti avoids the punch easily.
Nti changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Nti cracks Railio with an open hand slap.
Nti defending well as Railio loads up on a big left hand.
Nti darts in looking for a takedown but Railio gets double underhooks and turns Nti into the cage.
Railio appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T4#
Nti fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Railio misses with a hook.
Donk. Nti catches Railio right on the button with a cross.
Nti throws a lazy right hand but Railio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Donk. Nti catches Railio right on the button with a cross.
Nti looks to score with a jab to the body but Railio is just out of range.
Railio is looking to counter punch.
Nti looks to score with a jab to the body but Railio is just out of range.
Railio is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Railio blocks a jab.
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!
Nti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Railio manages to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Some wild striking there from Nti.
Railio fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Railio showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nti.
A little feinted left hand from Railio on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Railio.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Nti closes the distance and pushes Railio back into the cage.
Railio working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nti.
Nti struggles to land a body shot inside as Railio controls his hands. #T1#
Railio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nti has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Railio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Railio tries a body shot but Nti blocks it.
Nti goes for a takedown attempt but Railio pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Railio misses with a looping left.
A big right from Railio misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nti. Railio does a little dance to reset his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Railio misses the target.
Nti lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Railio at a distance.
Railio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nti. #CL2#
Nti moves into range and clinches up with Railio.
Railio tries to throw a body punch but Nti avoids it by throwing Railio back against the cage.
Nti lands an uppercut.#T2#
Nti can't find room to land a body shot as Railio controls the action.
Railio prevents a body shot from Nti.
Railio's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#TD2#
Nti has clasped his hands together around Railio's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nti working away.
Railio defending against the ground and pound.
Railio tries to improve position but can't.
Railio is trying to escape the position but Nti is controlling the position.
Nti throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Nti moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T3#
Nti works to advance to full mount. Railio defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Nti controlling the pace for now.
Nti looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Nti controlling from mount.
Railio wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Nti.
Nti controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
Nti wants to control the pace but Railio is squirming around nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Railio tries to hold on but Nti pushes him away.
Nti controlling the pace for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Nti cracks a nice hook into Railio's ribs.
Nti wants to clinch up but Railio keeps it at a distance.
Railio throwing a counter right hand but Nti manages to avoid it.
Nti closes the distance but Railio moves to the side
and Railio counters with a straight right hand.
Nti looks to score with a jab to the body but Railio is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti throws an off balance right hand
and Railio counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Railio lands with a shot to the body.
Nti scores with a hook to the body. Railio takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
Railio takes a swing at Nti's ribcage but misses. #TD2#
Nti throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Railio was covering up waiting for the punch and Nti finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Nti not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Railio will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Nti tries to free his leg and advance position but Railio is retaining full guard. #T2#
Nti keeps trying to improve his position.
Nti trying to control but Railio is working from the bottom.
Nti is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Nti is continuing to stall.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Nti trying to control but Railio is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nti throws an off balance right hand
and Railio counters with a nice uppercut.
Nti connects with a body shot.#T3#
Nti fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
It looked like Railio wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Railio manages to avoid it.
Railio was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nti looks to score with a jab to the body but Railio is just out of range.
Railio is looking to counter punch.
Nti throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Antti Railio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nti throws a jab but it's blocked by Railio.
Nti swings for the body but Railio moves out of range.
Railio is looking to counter punch.
Railio swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Nti scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nti throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #TD2#
Nti shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Nti showed some decent athleticism there.
Nti is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

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

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

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

Event: WVT 90: Smith v Fabinho
Date: Apr 08, 2023

#R1#
Ignatov misses with a body kick.
Nti has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Hammer House of Horror in the buildup to the fight.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Ignatov.
Nti tries to counter with a takedown but Ignatov is quick to defend against it.
Ignatov throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Nti counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Ignatov is trying to get back to full guard.
Ignatov is still trying to improve position.
Nti is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Nti looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ignatov tries to get to full guard but Nti has control of the leg.
Nti trying to mount his opponent but Ignatov defends it.
Nti sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1#
Nti's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ignatov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Ignatov working for a triangle but Nti defends it easily. #SUB2#
Ignatov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Nti has picked Ignatov up and slammed him! Ignatov can't keep hold of the triangle and Nti manages to pass to side control!
Ignatov tries to bench press Nti off him but Nti keeps the position.
Ignatov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Nti is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Ignatov will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Nti tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Ignatov tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
Nti controls the position.
Ignatov is trying to improve his position.
Ignatov is not content to let Nti control the position.
Ignatov is trying to improve his position.
Ignatov being controlled for a moment.
Ignatov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ignatov felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Ignatov manages to get to full guard. #T3#
Ignatov wants to sweep but no luck.
Ignatov tries to strike from the bottom.
Ignatov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ignatov keeping moving, preventing Nti from controlling successfully.
Nti is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ignatov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nti's guard. #REVB#
Ignatov stopping the sweep attempt from Nti.
Nti is pulling down on Ignatov's head to control his posture.
Nti might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nti working a defensive guard but Ignatov passes into half guard. #T4#
Ignatov trying to control the pace.
Nti keeping hold of Ignatov's head, controlling as best he can.
Nti is looking to improve his position.
Nti wants to sweep but Ignatov has passed to side control!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nti being controlled for a moment.
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 Kwame Nti will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Nti moves out of range of the leg kick from Ignatov.
Nti attempts a counter takedown but Ignatov avoids it well and moves away.
Yevgeny Ignatov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nti moves out of range as Ignatov throws a body kick.
Nti changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nti. Ignatov does a little dance to reset his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nti. Ignatov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nti swings for the body but Ignatov moves out of range.
Ignatov thumps Nti with a low kick.
Ignatov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nti. Nti circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ignatov throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jab from Ignatov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ignatov lands a nice hook to Nti's body. Nti takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nti looks to score with a jab to the body but Ignatov is just out of range.
Ignatov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nti moves away.
Ignatov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #T1#
Nti moves out of range of the leg kick from Ignatov.
Ignatov throws a low kick but Nti avoids it.
Ignatov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Nti blocks a low kick nicely.
Nti swings for the body but Ignatov moves out of range.
Ignatov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Nti has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ignatov.
Nti throws a big shot that misses.
Ignatov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Ignatov chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ignatov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
A low kick lands for Ignatov.
Ignatov just misses with a punch to the body.
Ignatov lands a leg kick that knocks Nti off balance momentarily.
Nti misses with a wild body shot.
Ignatov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nti.
Nti throws an off balance right hand
letting Ignatov counter with a right hand.
Yevgeny Ignatov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nti throws a body punch but Ignatov moves out of range.
Nti changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ignatov missing with a left hand there. Nti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ignatov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Nti is able to avoid easily.
Nti feinted with a counter takedown.
Ignatov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nti feinted with a counter takedown.
Nti is looking to clinch but Ignatov is avoiding it. #T3#
Ignatov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Ignatov. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Nti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ignatov tries to close the distance and clinch but Nti swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nti lands a body shot.
Nti looks to land a right hand but Ignatov moved out of range.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Nti is defended easily by Ignatov.#TD#
Nti looking to score a takedown here. Ignatov is defending well but Nti drives through and ends up in Ignatov's guard.
Nti trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
Nti wants to control from the top but Ignatov keeps moving.
Ignatov trying to strike off his back.
Nti stopping the sweep attempt from Ignatov.
Nti slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Ignatov wants to sweep but no luck.
Ignatov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ignatov is on top in guard. #REVB#
Nti is adopting a defensive guard.
Nti wants to sweep here but Ignatov controlling him for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yevgeny Ignatov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Nti moves out of range of the strikes.
Nti changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Ignatov tries to land a front kick but Nti steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Ignatov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nti lands a slapping body shot.
Ignatov just misses with a punch to the body.
Ignatov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ignatov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nti was well out of range. Poor timing from Ignatov.
Nti slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ignatov tries to land a front kick but Nti steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Nti is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ignatov misses the shot to the body.
Ignatov misses with a low kick as Nti jumps back.
Ignatov lands a head shot.#T1#
Ignatov keeps the fight on the outside.
Ignatov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ignatov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Nti blocks a jab.
Ignatov keeps the fight on the outside.
Nti takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#TD#
Ignatov gets caught napping as Nti dives in and scores a takedown. Ignatov manages to retain guard.
Ignatov wants to sweep but no luck.
Ignatov trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Nti throws a big elbow that misses.
Ignatov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nti manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Nti is pulling down on Ignatov's head to control his posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ignatov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
Nti working a defensive guard here.
Nti looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ignatov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Ignatov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nti tries to get to full guard but Ignatov has control of the leg.
Nti is working hard here to advance position.
Nti has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ignatov is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Ignatov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Nti trying to control but Ignatov postures up.
Nti is staying active underneath Ignatov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nti trying to control but Ignatov postures up.
Nti is trying to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ignatov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nti swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nti feinted with a counter takedown.
Nti throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Ignatov to counter with a crisp jab.
Ignatov thumps Nti with a low kick.
Nti scores with a jab to the body.
Nti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ignatov was well out of range. Poor timing from Nti.
Ignatov follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Nti closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nti pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ignatov misses with an uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yevgeny Ignatov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ignatov 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yevgeny Ignatov!
A very excited looking Yevgeny Ignatov 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: WVT 82: Smith v Custer
Date: Mar 18, 2023

#R1#
Bradley lands with a nice body kick.
Nti throws a hook but Bradley avoids it easily.
Bradley fires out a quick counter leg kick but Nti just manages to avoid it.
We've been told by Bradley's head coaches at FIGHT FOUNDERS (CA) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bradley looks to land a right hand but Nti moved out of range.
A swing and a miss from Bradley.
Nti drops his hands momentarily and Bradley takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bradley throws a hook but Nti avoids it easily.
Bradley misses with a hook. Nti ducked under it nicely.
Nti drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bradley defends it well.
Nti takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Bradley misses.
Nti changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bradley is looking to slow Nti down with leg kicks.
Nti 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.
Nti misses with a hook
and Bradley makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Bradley misses with a wild body shot.
Nti on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bradley. Bradley obviously looking to wear him down.
Bradley ducks right into an uppercut from Nti.
Bradley throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Nti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And Nti tries to counter it with a takedown but Bradley pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bradley bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nti throws a right hand that misses
and Bradley cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A low kick from Bradley is predictable there #TD2#
and Nti counters with a takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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!
Nti taking a breather here.
Nti wants to control but Bradley is keeping him busy. #T2#
Bradley tries to improve position but can't.
Bradley prevents Nti from moving into mount.
Nti trying to control the action but Bradley is working from the bottom.
Nti tries to move into full mount but can't pass Bradley's legs.
Nti is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Bradley will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T3#
Bradley is trying to improve his position.
Bradley is not content to let Nti control the position.
Bradley is looking for a sweep.
Nti slows the pace down. #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.
What's Bradley going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nti blocks a leg kick.
And Nti tries to counter it with a takedown but Bradley pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bradley lands a jab.
Nti tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bradley swivels and escapes.
Bradley throwing a counter right hand but Nti manages to avoid it.
Bradley throws a chopping leg kick but Nti manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bradley misses with a straight right.
Nti throws a body punch but Bradley moves out of range.
Nti uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bradley.
Nti throws a hook but Bradley avoids it easily.
Bradley throwing a counter right hand but Nti manages to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Derrick Bradley dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Nti misses with a right hand
and Bradley counters with a three punch combo that has Nti backing up. Nti nods at Bradley to acknowledge the strikes.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Bradley here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Bradley blocks a jab.#CL2#
Bradley gets tackled into the cage by Nti. Nti maintains the clinch.
Nti tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bradley has had enough of the clinch but Nti keeps him there for the moment.
Nti can't find room to land a body shot as Bradley controls the action. #BC#
Bradley escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Derrick Bradley is winning the standup battle so far.
Nti throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bradley connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Bradley connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bradley throws a body shot but no joy.
Nti is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bradley displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nti throws out the jab.
Nti connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bradley momentarily. #T1#
Nti misses with a body punch
and Bradley connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Derrick Bradley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nti lands a head shot.
Bradley throws a body shot but no joy.
Bradley takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bradley misses with a hook.
Bradley misses with an uppercut.
Nti changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bradley. That's going to slow Nti down.
Nti connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bradley. Bradley circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A swing and a miss from Nti.#T2#
Bradley looks to throw the jab but Nti is out of range.
A punch combination from Bradley misses.
Nti tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bradley is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nti can do to turn this around?
Nti misses the shot to the body.
Bradley digs a good hook to Nti's body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nti connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nti throws a right hand that misses
and Bradley counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bradley misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bradley avoids the body shot from Nti.
A telegraphed right hand from Bradley misses the target.
Bradley throws a body punch but Nti moves out of range. #T3#
Nice uppercut lands for Nti. That snapped Bradley's head back.
Nti takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Nti lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bradley takes a swing at Nti's ribcage but misses.
Nti is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bradley misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Nti counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Bradley has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Nti is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4#
Let's hope that Nti 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.
Bradley wants to get back to his feet but Nti is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nti postures up.
Bradley being controlled here, momentarily.
Kwame Nti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bradley keeping moving, preventing Nti from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Derrick Bradley will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Bradley avoids the body shot from Nti.
Nti scores with a body shot.
Nti throws a lazy uppercut
and Bradley counters with a nice uppercut.
Nti throws an off balance right hand
and Bradley counters with a straight right hand.
Bradley throws a low kick, looking for Nti's leg but Nti calmly moves out of range.
Nti with the counter takedown but Bradley avoids it easily.
Bradley tries a low kick but Nti avoids it.
Nti changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nti misses with a lunging right hand
and Bradley counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti misses with a shot to the body
and Bradley counters with a three punch combo that has Nti backing up. Nti nods at Bradley to acknowledge the strikes.
Nti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bradley.
Nti is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The crowd cheers as Bradley lands an impressive looking overhand right. Nti doesn't seem phased though.#T1#
Nti punishes Bradley's body with a nice straight punch.
Bradley swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nti moves out of range of the strikes.
Nti with the counter takedown but Bradley avoids it easily.
Nti keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nti tries to close the distance and clinch but Bradley swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nti closes the distance but Bradley moves to the side
and Bradley counters with a stiff right hand.
Bradley throws a leg kick but Nti sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Derrick Bradley is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Bradley misses with a straight right.
Nti misses with a hook
and Bradley counters with a one-two to the body.
Bradley lands a front kick.
Nti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bradley moves away.
Bradley feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Nti throws a body shot but no joy.
Bradley swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Nti is defended easily by Bradley.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nti misses with a combination
and Bradley counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Nti throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
Nti clinches up with Bradley and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Nti turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Nti in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Nti tries to move to mount but Bradley blocks the move with his legs.
Bradley is trying to improve his position.
Nti tries to score with some ground and pound. Bradley controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Bradley is looking to reverse the position.#T4#
Bradley is not content to let Nti control the position.
Nti is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
An elbow from Nti crashes against the mat.
Nti trying to control the position but Bradley is working away.
Nti throwing strikes but missing, from side control.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Derrick Bradley!
Our winner, Derrick Bradley, 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: WVT 78: Nti v Torvik
Date: Mar 05, 2023

#R1#
Torvik throws a body shot but no joy.
Torvik throws a chopping leg kick but Nti manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Nti was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Torvik throws a body shot but no joy.
Nti blocks a low kick nicely.
Nti digs a good hook to Torvik's body.
Torvik throws out a leg kick but Nti moves out of range and Torvik only half commits. #CL#
Nti gets a clinch.
Torvik softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good body shot from Torvik.
Nti throws a head punch that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Torvik goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nti swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Torvik is working Nti over against the cage.
Nti is breathing heavily.
A right handed body shot lands from Torvik. #T1#
Torvik misses with a body punch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Torvik.
Torvik lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Torvik.
A shot in the inside from Torvik.
Torvik lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Torvik lands a right hand.
A short right from Torvik on the inside.
Torvik scores with a shot to the side of Nti's head.
Torvik lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Torvik scores with a nice hook to the head.
Torvik lands a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A right hand to the body from Torvik.
Torvik works on Nti's body with a couple of short punches.
Torvik scores with a shoulder strike.
Torvik digs a right hand into Nti's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nti's gas tank.
Torvik lands a body shot.
Torvik lands a body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Torvik.
Torvik throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Torvik lands a hook that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Nice body punch from Torvik. #T2#
Torvik lands with a light punch inside.
Torvik softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Torvik lands a body shot in the clinch.
Torvik misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Torvik struggles to land a body shot inside as Nti controls his hands.
Torvik tries to work over Nti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nti misses with a hook to the ribs.
Torvik working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Torvik blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Torvik.
Torvik presses Nti against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Torvik.#CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Torvik lands with a right to the head.
Torvik fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Torvik digs a right hand into Nti's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nti's gas tank.
Nti prevents a body shot from Torvik.
Torvik struggles to land a body shot inside as Nti controls his hands.
Nti tries to work over Torvik's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Torvik misses with a punch to the body.
A short uppercut from Torvik.
Torvik lands a left hand. #T3#
Torvik throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ntis head.
Nti misses with a body punch.
Torvik lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Torvik works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Torvik lands a body shot in the clinch.
Torvik lands a nice shot to the body.
A short right from Torvik.
Torvik lands on the inside with an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Torvik.
Torvik tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nti's elbow.
Torvik lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Torvik can't find room to land a body shot as Nti controls the action.
Torvik lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Nti misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Torvik misses with a hook from the clinch.
Torvik blocks a body shot from Nti.
Torvik is leaning against Nti and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Torvik tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Nti.
Torvik tries to work over Nti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Torvik lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Torvik. #T4#
Nti prevents a body shot from Torvik.
Good body shot from Torvik.
Torvik tries to work over Nti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Torvik misses with some punches.
Torvik lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
A body shot lands from Torvik.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Torvik.
Torvik lands a nice uppercut.
Torvik scores with a shoulder strike.
Torvik lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nice body punch from Torvik - that landed with a thud.
Torvik misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nti blocks a body shot from Torvik.
Nti lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Torvik makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Torvik lands a nice uppercut.
Torvik fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Torvik lands a hook to the side of the head.
Torvik lands a nice uppercut.#ROC2#Nti is rocked!
A nice left hand lands by Torvik.
Oh Nti is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Torvik tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sven Torvik dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Nti walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Torvik! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Sven Torvik!
Sven Torvik decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: WVT 71: Kersikov v Motts
Date: Feb 11, 2023

#R1#
Nti avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Vargas darts in trying to clinch
and Vargas takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Arturo Vargas has been cut.
Vargas tries to clinch up.
A counter left hand to the body from Nti misses its target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Vargas enables Nti to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Vargas manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Nti controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Vargas trying to control the position here.
Nti pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vargas is keeping the position for now.
Nti looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Vargas has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Nti content to stall in guard here.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Nti wants to pass the guard but Vargas is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Vargas pushes Nti up against the cage in a clinch.#T3#
Vargas tries to work over Nti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A hook to the body from Nti.
Vargas with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nti pushes Vargas back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nti managing to block the knees to the body from Vargas.
Nti struggles to land a body shot inside as Vargas controls his hands.
Vargas misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nti throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Vargass head.
Nti blocking some punches.
A short left from Nti.
Vargas tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Nti avoids it.
Vargas misses with a knee to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vargas.
Nti tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vargas's elbow.
Nti on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Nti lands a left hand.
Vargas tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nti's elbow.
Vargas lands with a light punch inside.
A short uppercut from Nti.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nti doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vargas throws a knee to the head but misses. #T4#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vargas landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Nti works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Vargas makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Nti scores with a hook to the body.
Vargas looks winded!
Vargas takes a shot to the head.
Vargas can't find room to land a body shot as Nti controls the action.
Vargas tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Nti working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vargas tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vargas misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vargas trying to land knees to the body.
Nti tries a body shot but Vargas blocks it.
Nti lands a shoulder strike.
A right handed body shot lands from Nti.
Nti works on Vargas's body with a couple of short punches.
Nti blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Nti doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nti lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD#
Nti works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Arturo Vargas's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Nti throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nti connects with the punch.
Vargas tries to clinch up but Nti circles away and keeps his distance.
Vargas is looking to clinch.
A quick step to the side and Nti tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vargas moves away from the strike by Nti.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vargas is looking to clinch.
Vargas doesn't manage to clinch there - Nti circles away. #T1#
Nti loads up on a big right hand but Vargas slips the punch.
Vargas doesn't manage to clinch there - Nti circles away.
Nti throws a big counter combination but Vargas scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Vargas gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Nti lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vargas tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vargas blocks an uppercut.
Nti doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vargas misses with the head strike.
Vargas doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vargas tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Nti avoids it.
Nti tries a body shot but Vargas blocks it.
Nti is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vargas can do to turn this around?
Nti tries a body shot but Vargas blocks it.
Nti misses with a body punch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Nti swings wildly with an uppercut but Vargas uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Nti blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Vargas misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vargas lands with a short punch from the clinch. #CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Nice body punch from Nti - that landed with a thud.
Nti tries to score a body lock takedown but Vargas shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Nti misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nti.
Vargas is breathing heavily.
Nti scores with a shoulder strike.
Nti looking for a takedown.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nti goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nti lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vargas lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vargas misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Nti.
Vargas blocks a body shot from Nti.
A nice left hand lands by Nti.
Nti blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vargas lands a knee to the body.
Vargas unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Vargas tries to throw a body punch but Nti avoids it by throwing Vargas back against the cage. #T3#
Vargas lands a body punch.
Nti is leaning against Vargas and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Nti.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nti.
Nti throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nti scores with a nice hook to the head.
Still in the clinch, Vargas scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kwame Nti has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nti tries a body shot but Vargas blocks it.
Nti lands with a left to the head.
Nti is working for takedown but Vargas is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kwame Nti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nti lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vargas pushes Nti back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nti misses with the head strike.
Vargas fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nti misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nti lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vargas creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vargas swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
A short body shot lands from Nti as the two fighters clinch.
Nti digs a right hand underneath Vargas's ribcage. Vargas let out a lung full of air as it connected.#TD#
Nti has Vargas pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Nti pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Vargas tumbling to the mat - Nti dives into Vargas's guard.
Vargas keeping full guard, as Nti tries to pass.
Nti passes into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Nti in particular looking to stall.
Nti seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Vargas for as long as he can get away with.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Nti misses with a hook. Vargas ducked under it nicely.
Nti looks to score with a jab to the body but Vargas is just out of range.
Nti shoots and misses
and Vargas counters with a stiff right hand.
Nti connects with a looping right hand.
Vargas tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nti swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti throws a body punch but Vargas moves out of range.
Vargas moves to clinch but Nti breaks away #KD#
and Nti counters with a left hand that sends Vargas to the canvas! #ROC#Vargas is rocked!#T1#
Nti content to stall in guard here.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Vargas can do anything to dispel that myth.
Arturo Vargas has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nti avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nti swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Vargas tries to clinch up
and Nti counters with a big right hand! Oh Vargas is in trouble here! Nti follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kwame Nti!
Kwame Nti seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: WVT 65: Ihantala v Machado
Date: Jan 21, 2023

#R1#
Maestre throws a series of strikes that have Nti backpedaling. #CUT#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Maestre misses with a left hand
enabling Nti to counter with a crisp jab.
Maestre misses with a double jab.
Luis Maestre seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maestre thows a left - swing and a miss!
Maestre throws a left and a right that both miss
and Nti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Maestre throws a right hand that misses
and Maestre takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nti tries to close the distance and clinch up but Maestre swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Maestre misses with a series of wild punches.
A countering left hand to the body from Nti misses.
Maestre throws an off balance right hand
and Nti counters with a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nti misses with an uppercut
and Maestre counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Maestre misses with a hook
and Nti counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Maestre definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Nti jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Maestre throws a poor cross that misses
and Nti counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Maestre rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nti scores with a nice head shot.
Maestre falls off balance throwing a combination #KD2#
and Maestre is countered with a crisp right hand from Nti that sends him to the canvas! Nti follows him to the mat into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Maestre is being controlled here.
Maestre is looking for a sweep.
Nti is staying tight to Maestre's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Nti's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2#
Maestre tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Maestre being controlled for a moment.
Maestre is looking to reverse the position.
A lull in the action here as Nti stalls from top position.#T3##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Maestre thuds a left hand into Nti's body.
Maestre moves out of range of the strikes.
Nti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Maestre manages to avoid it.
Nti moves out of range of the strikes.
Maestre throws a looping overhand right but Nti ducks down to avoid it.
Maestre ducks under a wild hook from Nti.
Maestre throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Nti counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Maestre connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nti. Nti circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Maestre throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nti doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Maestre throws a sloppy body shot
and Nti counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Luis Maestre has been cut.
Nti with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Maestre to score with a decent uppercut.
Maestre thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nti swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nti takes one to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Maestre misses the shot to the body.
Nti let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Maestre misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nti.
Maestre looks to score with a jab to the body but Nti is just out of range.
Maestre throws a lazy uppercut
and Nti counters with a straight right hand.
Sloppy strikes from Maestre. Those never looked like landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Maestre throws an off balance right hand
enabling Nti to counter with a crisp jab.
Maestre throws a shot from downtown. Nti moves away and avoids it.
A countering left hand to the body from Nti misses.
Maestre fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Maestre jabs Nti to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Maestre misses with a hook
and Nti counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nti dodges the punch combination from Maestre.
A little jabbing left from Nti on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Maestre scores with a three punch combo!
Maestre throws a series of punches but Nti moves out of range.
Maestre throws a lazy right hand but Nti sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It seemed like Nti was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Maestre swings widly with a right hand
letting Nti counter with a right hand. #T1#
Maestre misses with a hook
and Nti counters with a straight right hand.
Maestre misses with a double jab.
Maestre throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Nti counter with a right hand.
Nice cross by Maestre.
Nti looks to throw the jab but Maestre is out of range.
Nti takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Maestre fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Nti on the side of the head.
Maestre's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nti under the eye.
Maestre misses with the combination.
Maestre throws a lazy uppercut
and Nti counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Maestre misses with a double jab #KD2#
and Nti counters with a beautiful punch that sends Maestre to the canvas! #ROC2#Maestre is rocked!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nti controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Maestre is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nti defends well.#SUB#
Maestre working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nti doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nti manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Nti stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Maestre swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nti works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Maestre looking for submissions off his back.
Nti slows the pace down in half guard. #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.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kwame Nti seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nti drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kwame Nti will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Maestre scores with a hook.
Maestre takes a swing at Nti's ribcage but misses.
Maestre's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Maestre duly obliges.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Maestre.
Nti looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A swing and a miss from Maestre.
Nti takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CUT#That has opened up Kwame Nti's cut even more.
Maestre throws a hook but Nti blocks it.
Nti let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Maestre scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maestre slips a jab from Nti.
Maestre missing with a left hand there. Nti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nti looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Maestre.#T1#
Nti slips a jab and a cross from Maestre.
Some wild striking there from Maestre.
Maestre throws a body punch but Nti moves out of range.
Nti looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nti showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Maestre.
Maestre swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Nti counters with a right hand to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Maestre throws a jab but it's blocked by Nti.
A countering left hand to the body from Nti misses.
A jab from Maestre misses.
Nti defending well as Maestre loads up on a big left hand.
A little jabbing left from Nti on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Maestre misses with a left hand
enabling Nti to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Maestre misses with a body punch
and Nti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Maestre misses with a body punch #KD2#
and Nti counters with a big uppercut that knocks Maestre off his feet! Nti dives into side control looking to finish!
Oh Maestre is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nti controls the position from side control.
Maestre seems to have got his legs back now.
Maestre is trying to improve his position.
Nti is staying tight to Maestre's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Maestre is looking for a sweep.
Nti tries to move into full mount but can't pass Maestre's legs. #T3#
Nti taking a breather here.
Let's hope that Nti 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.
Maestre tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nti is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
More stalling from Nti.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Maestre throws a series of punches but Nti moves out of range.
Maestre tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nti was well out of range. Poor timing from Maestre.
Nti gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Maestre.
Maestre misses with a hook.
Maestre wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Luis Maestre has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A looping hook to the body misses from Maestre. Nti does a little dance to reset his feet.

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 Luis Maestre.
Well Nti has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:29
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Kwame Nti!
A very excited looking Kwame Nti 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.
Luis Maestre spoke after the fight, saying 'I just lost to the best man on earth. 18-0 is something that very few fighters achieve. I look forward to watching this legend pave his way through history '.

Event: Highland 213
Date: Dec 04, 2022

#R1#
Nti throws a lazy right hand but Sakuraba sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And Sakuraba tries to counter it with a takedown but Nti pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nti lands with a good body shot.
A big left from Nti misses.
Nti scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sakuraba in his tracks.
Nti wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sakuraba looks winded!
Nti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nti works Sakuraba's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti's corner calls for a 1-2. Nti obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sakuraba with the counter takedown but Nti avoids it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Nti misses the target.
Sakuraba with the counter takedown but Nti avoids it easily.#T1#
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Sakuraba.
Sakuraba misses with a straight right.
Nti throws a jab when Sakuraba was well out of range.
Nti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nti lands the left hand.
Nti changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#KD#
Nti lands a big uppercut and Sakuraba crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Sakuraba looks OK. Nti waves Sakuraba back to his feet!#ROC#Sakuraba is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nti scores with a body shot.
Sakuraba is still on wobbly legs! Can Nti finish him?
Nti has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Hammer House of Horror in the buildup to the fight.
Nti lands with a good body shot.#T2#
Nti works Sakuraba's body with a nice hook.
Sakuraba seems to have recovered his senses.
Sakuraba staying out of range there.#KD#
Nti cracks Sakuraba with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Sakuraba looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Nti finish him?
Nti lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Sakuraba - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Nti!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kwame Nti!
Kwame Nti bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: Highland 210
Date: Nov 25, 2022

#R1#
Vinogradov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nti. #TD2#
Vinogradov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Vinogradov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nti keeps working.
Nti is controlling Vinogradov's trapped leg to prevent Vinogradov from advancing to side control.
Nti wants to improve his position but Vinogradov is controlling well.
Vinogradov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nti preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T1##SUB2#
Vinogradov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Vinogradov trying to control from Nti's half guard. Nti has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Nti keeping full guard, as Vinogradov tries to pass. #SUB2#
Vinogradov drops back looking for a leg! Nti is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nti manages to kick Vinogradov off! Vinogradov jumps back into Nti's guard.
Vinogradov wants to control from the top but Nti keeps moving.
Nti looking for a sweep. Not yet Nti, not yet. #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.
Vinogradov trying to control but Nti is working from the bottom.
Nti has his hands on Vinogradov's head, controlling the position.
Vinogradov wants to control from the top but Nti keeps moving.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Vinogradov won't allow Nti to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nti is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Vinogradov.
A punch combination from Nti misses.
Vinogradov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Vinogradov misses with a takedown
and Nti counters with a left to the body.
Vinogradov dives in for a single leg takedown but Nti sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#T3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Vinogradov.
Kwame Nti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Vinogradov.
Vinogradov dodges the punch combination from Nti.
Vinogradov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nti misses with a lunging right hand
and Vinogradov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Vinogradov looks to land a combination but Nti avoids it well.
Nti was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD2#
Vinogradov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Nti manages to get back to half guard.
Nti trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nti sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Nti is defending against the submission attempts here by Vinogradov.
Nti is looking for a sweep. Vinogradov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4##SUB2#
Nti is defending against the submission attempts here by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov wants to take a breather but Nti is having none of it. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is trying to work for a kimura but Nti is defending well. #SUB2#
Vinogradov is working for a kimura but Nti is defending it quite comfortably.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Vinogradov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Vinogradov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A big left from Nti misses.
Vinogradov scores with a nice strike.
Vinogradov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vinogradov misses with a wild combination.
Vinogradov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nti throws a hook to the side of Vinogradov's head but Vinogradov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nti throws a jab but it's blocked by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov misses with a looping left.
Vinogradov misses with a hook. Nti ducked under it nicely.
Vinogradov connects with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinogradov misses with an uppercut. Nti saw that one coming.
Vinogradov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Vinogradov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Nti counters with a nice body shot.
Nti cracks Vinogradov with an open hand slap.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vinogradov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nti.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Vinogradov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nti connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Vinogradov's hands.
Nti bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nti misses with a straight left.
Nti scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Vinogradov shoots in and drives through. Nti sprawls well.
Nti loads up on a big right hand but Vinogradov slips the punch.
Nti throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vinogradov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nti stuns Vinogradov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Vinogradov is breathing heavily.
Nti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vinogradov.
Vinogradov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Nti throws a shot from downtown. Vinogradov moves away and avoids it.
A telegraphed right hand from Nti misses the target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vinogradov throws a hook to the side of Nti's head but Nti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vinogradov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Nti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nti is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Vinogradov cracks Nti with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Vinogradov connects with a body shot.
Vinogradov misses with a straight right.
Vinogradov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nti.
Vinogradov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A slow jab from Nti misses its intended target.
Nti walks into a stiff left hand from Vinogradov.
Nti connects with a right hand. Vinogradov shakes it off.#CUT#It looks like Sergey Vinogradov has been cut.
Nti misses with an uppercut. Vinogradov saw that one coming.
As Nti backs off Vinogradov throws a huge counter combo but Nti manages to avoid it all.
Left hook, right uppercut from Vinogradov.
Nti lands a nice hook to Vinogradov's body. Vinogradov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nti lands a body shot.
Nti throws a hook but Vinogradov avoids it easily.
Vinogradov is looking for the big counter here.
Nti misses the shot to the body. #T3#
The fighters circling - Vinogradov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nti takes a swing at Vinogradov's ribcage but misses.
Vinogradov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nti misses with an uppercut. Vinogradov saw that one coming.
Vinogradov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nti throwing a counter right hand but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.
Nti takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Vinogradov misses with a straight left.
Vinogradov moves away from the strike by Nti.
Kwame Nti is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nti uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vinogradov.
Vinogradov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Nti counters with a straight right hand.
Vinogradov misses the jab.
Vinogradov throws a shot to the body.
Nti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vinogradov moves away.
Vinogradov works over Nti's head and body with a nice combination.#TD2#
Vinogradov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Nti to the mat! Nti manages to get full guard. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vinogradov trying to control but Nti is working from the bottom.
Nti has his hands on Vinogradov's head, controlling the position.
Nti looking for a sweep. Not yet Nti, not yet.
Vinogradov is fighting to break Nti's control of his arms but Nti is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Nti bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Vinogradov's guard. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Sergey Vinogradov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Sergey Vinogradov'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#
Vinogradov misses with a straight left.
Nti walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vinogradov. Nti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vinogradov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Nti takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Vinogradov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nti takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nti misses with the combination.
A little jabbing left from Vinogradov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Vinogradov.
Sergey Vinogradov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from Vinogradov. Those never looked like landing.
Vinogradov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nti circles away.
Vinogradov throws a body punch but Nti moves out of range.
Vinogradov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kwame Nti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Vinogradov.
Vinogradov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Nti misses with a right hand
enabling Vinogradov to counter with a crisp jab.
Vinogradov throws an off balance right hand
and Nti counters with a nice body shot.
Vinogradov throws a looping overhand right but Nti ducks down to avoid it.
Nti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nti throws an overhand right that lands on Vinogradov's shoulder, as Vinogradov tries to avoid the shot.
Vinogradov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nti scores with a hook to the body. Vinogradov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nti throws a right hand that Vinogradov ducks under and follows up with a left that Vinogradov also avoids with ease.
Vinogradov avoids the body shot from Nti.
Nice defenses there by Vinogradov.
The fighters circling - Vinogradov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nti scores with a body shot.
Vinogradov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Nti throws the left hand but Vinogradov avoids the punch easily.
Vinogradov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little feinted left hand from Nti on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kwame Nti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Nti misses with a looping right.
Nti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Vinogradov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vinogradov throws out a counter right but Nti avoids it with no problem.
Vinogradov misses with a body punch
and Nti counters with a nice body shot.
Nti just misses with a punch to the body.
Nti lands with an uppercut that bounces Vinogradov off the cage and back into range.
The fighters circling - Vinogradov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nti takes a swing at Vinogradov's ribcage but misses.
Nti shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Vinogradov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nti connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Vinogradov tries for a takedown but Nti circles away easily
and Vinogradov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC#Vinogradov is rocked!
Vinogradov throws a jab but it's blocked by Nti.
Nti throwing a counter right hand but Vinogradov manages to avoid it.#T3#
Vinogradov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nti.
Vinogradov throws a hook to the side of Nti's head but Nti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vinogradov throws a poor cross that misses
and Nti counters with a right hand to the body.
Nti closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Vinogradov out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kwame Nti!
Kwame Nti spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: WVT 40: Smith v Knox
Date: Oct 21, 2022

#R1##TD#
Nti shoots in and bounces Smif off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Nti is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Nti has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smif tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smif can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Nti controls the pace.#T1#
Nti trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Smif keeping full guard, as Nti tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bill Smif is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nti misses with a right hand
enabling Smif to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Nice shot lands for Nti.
Nti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Smif sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Nti misses the target.
Smif takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nti scores with a jab to the jaw.#T2#
Nti throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Smif walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A shot to the liver by Smif. Beautiful body shot.#CL#
Nti has Smif up against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smif lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Smif scores with a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Smif breaks from the clinch.
Horrible takedown attempt by Nti or perhaps it was just good defense by Smif, which made it look bad.
A jab lands there for Smif.#T3#
Nti cracks Smif with an open hand slap.
Nti lands a right hook to the body.
Smif misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Nti clinches up with Smif and pushes him back against the cage.
Smif misses with a short punch on the inside.
Smif prevents the takedown attempt.
Smif has a couple of punches blocked by Nti.
Smif tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nti's elbow.
Nti lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Smif gets through Nti's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Smif lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC2#
Smif's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Smif keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nti moves out of range of the strikes.
Smif throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Nti counters with a shoot takedown. Smif fights it but they end up in guard.
Smif wants to sweep but no luck.
Nti slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Nti passes Smif's left leg - he's now in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
That's time! Nti's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Nti loads up on a big right hand but Smif slips the punch.
Nti lands a really nice looking cross but Smif seems unphased.
Nti blocks a jab.
Nti misses with an uppercut. Smif saw that one coming.
Smif uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nti.
Nti with a jab.
A big right from Nti misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smif misses with a double jab #TD#
and Nti counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nti looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1#
Smif looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nti is one step ahead there.
Nti tries to free his leg and advance position but Smif is retaining full guard.
Nti controlling from the top position.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Nti.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nti missing with a left hand there. Smif was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nti misses the shot to the body.
Smif throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Nti counters with a nice double leg into side control. Smif won't be happy with that.
Nti content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T3#
Smif is looking for a sweep.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Smif struggling a bit here.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Smif gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Smif tries to hold on but Nti pushes him away.
Nti looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Nti lands a jab to Smif's midsection.
Nti lands a lovely overhand right.
Nti avoids the body shot from Smif.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Smif avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Smif throws a body punch but Nti moves out of range.
Smif swings for the body but Nti moves out of range.
Nti attempts a counter takedown but Smif avoids it well and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti lands with a right hand.
Smif fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nti manages to avoid it.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Smif misses with a hook. Nti ducked under it nicely.
Nti half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T1#
Nti lands a slapping body shot.
Smif scores with a nice head shot.
Smif drops his hands momentarily and Nti takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Smif scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Nice jab there from Nti.
Smif avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Smif throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nti throws a big shot that misses.
Smif is looking for the big counter here.
Kwame Nti is winning the standup battle so far.
Nti has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Nti there as he acknowledges the shot.
Smif has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T2#
Smif fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Nti on the side of the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Nti misses the target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Smif! But no joy.
Bill Smif has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A left lands for Smif.
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!
Smif misses with a body shot.
Smif uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nti.
Smif now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Smif tries to move into range but Nti moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nice cross by Smif.
Nti moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A combination from Smif does no damage. #T3#
Smif just misses with a punch to the body.
Nti drops down looking for a counter takedown but Smif sprawls and moves away.
Smif avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nti lands with a shot to the body.
Smif swings for the body but Nti moves out of range.
Nti with a nice cross.
A looping hook to the body misses from Smif. Nti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kwame Nti is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nti slips a jab from Smif.
Smif throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nti sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nti avoids the body shot from Smif.
Nti drops down looking for a counter takedown but Smif sprawls and moves away.#T4#
Nti uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Smif.
Smif jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Smif misses with a body shot.
A jab from Nti does it's job there.
Nti throws a shot from downtown. Smif moves away and avoids it.
Smif is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nti with a body shot.
Nti works Smif's body with a nice hook.
Smif ducks under a wild hook from Nti.
A nice side step and Smif releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nti looks to score with a jab to the body but Smif is just out of range.
Smif looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smif pushing out the jab but it's not landing.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bill Smif.
I think Nti has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kwame Nti!
Kwame Nti bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: WVT 34: McDonald v Tchusuk
Date: Sep 23, 2022

#R1#
Nti takes a swing at Smif's ribcage but misses.
Smif lands a jab to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Smif takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nti lands with a hook. Smif tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Smif misses with a series of wild punches.
Bill Smif seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smif rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Nti counters with a shoot takedown. Smif fights it but they end up in guard.
Nti not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Smif controlling Nti's posture.
Nti slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T1#
Nti wants to pass the guard but Smif is keeping the position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Smif can do anything to dispel that myth.
Nti passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Smif trying to remain calm as Nti controls from the top position.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nti tries to advance to mount but Smif denies him.
Nti slows the pace down.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smif trying his best to control but Nti has mounted him.
Nti content just to control the position here.
Nti's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Smif is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T3#
Nti controlling from the full mount.
Smif is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Nti controlling from mount.
Smif really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Nti content just to control the position here. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Smif looks to throw the jab but Nti is out of range.
Nti tries to counter with a takedown but Smif is quick to defend against it.
Smif misses the shot to the body.
Smif looks to throw the jab but Nti is out of range.
Nti swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A punch combination from Smif misses.
Nti feinted with a counter takedown.
Smif looks to land a left hand but Nti moved out of range nicely.
Nti tries to counter with a takedown but Smif is quick to defend against it.
Smif bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Smif on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti avoids a punch combination nicely.
Smif misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nti.
Nti misses the body punch
and Smif counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nti, as that shot connected.
Nti takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nti swings widly with a right hand
and Nti takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nti gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Smif throws a big shot that misses.
Nti defending well as Smif loads up on a big left hand.
Nti changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nti walks into a straight right hand from Smif.
Smif walks into a stiff left hand from Nti.
Smif swings for the body but Nti moves out of range.
Smif lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nti at a distance. #T2#
Nti throws a shot from downtown. Smif moves away and avoids it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big left from Nti misses.
Nice straight punches there by Nti. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Nti.
Nti tries to clinch but Smif moves out of range.
Smif doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bill Smif is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Donk. Smif catches Nti right on the button with a cross.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nti cracks Smif with an open hand slap.
Nti misses with a looping right.
Nti throws a jab when Smif was well out of range.#T3#
Nti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Smif.
Smif scores with a jab to the jaw.
Smif throws a jab but it's blocked by Nti.
Smif throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nti sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nti half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Smif lands a right hook to the body.
Smif swings for the body but Nti moves out of range.
Nti throws a body punch but Smif moves out of range.
Smif tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nti was well out of range. Poor timing from Smif.
Smif misses with a hook.
Nti slips a straight right by Smif.#T4#
Smif swings for the body but Nti moves out of range.
Nti changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Smif lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Smif blocks a jab.
Smif looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Smif misses the shot to the body.
Nti throws a lazy uppercut
and Smif cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Smif.
Smif circles away from the clinch attempt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A looping hook to the body misses from Smif. Nti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nti tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Smif paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A nice side step and Smif releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nti scores with a nice strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bill Smif showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Smif throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Nti counters with a single leg into guard. Smif didn't expect that.
Smif has control of Nti's left arm, preventing Nti from doing any damage.
Nti engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Nti seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Smif for as long as he can get away with.
Nti wants to pass the guard but Smif is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Smif swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD#
and Nti counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Smif!
Nti taking a breather here. #T2#
Smif tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Nti controlling his opponent. #T3#
Further stalling from Nti.
Smif is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Nti controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Nti continues to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smif is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kwame Nti showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nti 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:27

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

Event: Highland 165
Date: Jun 03, 2022

#R1#
Nti tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Burnett manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Burnett moves into the clinch.
Burnett fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Nti breaks the clinch.
Burnett scores with a jab to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Burnett lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Nti scores with a nice right hand. #TD#
Nti dives in and scores a takedown into Burnett's guard.
Burnett wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Nti manages to pass to side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#REVB#
Burnett is looking to control Nti's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Burnett avoid being mounted?
Nti stalling. #T1#
Burnett has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nti is working away from the top position though.
Nti perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Nti trying to mount his opponent but Burnett defends it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burnett is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nti with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Burnett controlling the position well. #T3#
Burnett tries to kick Nti off but Nti keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Nti shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Nti showed some decent athleticism there.
Nti wants to pass the guard but Burnett is defending well.
Burnett is doing well to control the position and prevent Nti from advancing to side control.
Burnett wants to get back to full guard but Nti has mounted him!
Nti sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
Burnett wants to hold on but Nti pushes him away.
Nti takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nti seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Burnett for as long as he can get away with.
Burnett is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A left lands for Nti.
Burnett ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
It seemed like Burnett was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nti misses with a hook. Burnett ducked under it nicely.
The fighters circling - Burnett throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nti misses the shot to the body.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Burnett.
Burnett moves away from the strike by Nti.
Burnett misses with a straight left.
Nti cracks Burnett with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nti has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Burnett finds it's way round the side to connect with Nti's head.
Burnett lands a nice shot that snaps Nti's head back.
Burnett lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Burnett pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Burnett lands a slapping body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Burnett wants to clinch up but Nti keeps it at a distance.
Nti throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nti looks to land a left hand but Burnett moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Burnett throws a jab when Nti was well out of range.
Nti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Burnett throws out the jab.
Burnett tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nti was well out of range. Poor timing from Burnett.
Burnett takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Burnett tries to close the distance and clinch but Nti swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Khalil Burnett seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Burnett misses with a double jab.
Burnett looks to land a right hand but Nti moved out of range.
Nti drops down looking for a counter takedown but Burnett sprawls and moves away.
Burnett misses with a jab to the body #TD#
and Nti counters with a nice double leg into side control. Burnett won't be happy with that.
Burnett gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Nti takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Burnett can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
Burnett looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#T3#
Burnett tries to reverse the position but Nti maintains control.
Nti content just to control the position here.
Nti's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Further stalling from Nti.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Burnett tries to hold on but Nti postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nti controlling from the full mount.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Nti is stinking the place up with his stalling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Burnett throws a jab but it's blocked by Nti. #TD#
Nti closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Burnett to the mat! Burnett manages to get full guard.
Burnett not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kwame Nti overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nti tries to free his leg and advance position but Burnett is retaining full guard.
Nti sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burnett is looking to stand up but Nti isn't so interested in that idea. #T1#
Nti looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Burnett is trying to control the position but Nti postures up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Khalil Burnett seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burnett throws an overhand right that lands on Nti's shoulder, as Nti tries to avoid the shot.
A big right from Burnett misses.
Burnett keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nti.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Burnett.
Nti takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CL2#
Burnett has Nti up against the cage in a clinch.
Burnett has a couple of punches blocked by Nti.
Khalil Burnett has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Burnett swings wildly with an uppercut but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Burnett fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nti.
Nti wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Burnett misses with a short punch on the inside.
Burnett misses with the head strike.
Burnett lands a right hand.
Nti lands a shoulder strike.
Nti blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #TD#
Nti has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Burnett clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nti is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T3#
Burnett is trying to get back to his feet but Nti has full control of the position and if anything, Burnett has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Nti biding his time, looking for the opening.
Kwame Nti is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nti continues to stall.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
More hug and hope from Nti.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

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 Kwame Nti.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Nti, 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Highland 158
Date: May 08, 2022

#R1#
Oliva throws an overhand right that lands on Nti's shoulder, as Nti tries to avoid the shot.
Nti catches Oliva with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Nti misses with the combination.
Oliva is looking for the big counter here.
Oliva ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nti moves away.
Oliva staying out of range there.
Oliva unleashes a big counter combination but Nti bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#TD#
Nti looking for a takedown here - he's got it.

Oliva pushes Nti off and scrambles back to his feet. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Nti.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Oliva struggling a bit here.
Oliva tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Oliva stops Nti from passing to mount.
Oliva is looking for a sweep.
Oliva can't do much from the bottom here.
Oliva stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Oliva regains half guard.
Nti looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Oliva tries to roll over but Nti keeps him under control.
Nti performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Oliva is trying to stand back up but Nti is controlling him
Oliva holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Oliva tries to roll over but Nti keeps him under control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Oliva steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nti.#TD#
Nti looking to score a takedown here. Oliva is defending well but Nti drives through and ends up in Oliva's guard.
Oliva pulls Nti in close to prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nti slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Oliva pulls Nti in to control the position.
Nti engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Oliva is adopting a defensive guard.
Nti controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nti showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Oliva.
Nti avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Nti appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Oliva bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nti misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Oliva cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Biscuit Oliva is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nti closes the distance and clinches up with Oliva, looking for a takedown. Nti pushes Oliva against the cage but Oliva circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Nti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Oliva throws out the jab.
Nti staying out of range there.
Kwame Nti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nti jabs at Oliva's body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Nti.
Oliva takes a body punch but keeps moving. #TD#
Nti looking for a takedown here - he's got 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 Kwame Nti will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Nti throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nti swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Oliva.#TD#
Nti looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Oliva is not content to let Nti control the position.
Oliva trying to hold on to Nti's head to control him but Nti postures up.
Oliva gets full guard.
Nti might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti tries to free his leg and advance position but Oliva is retaining full guard.
Nti has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Oliva looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nti is one step ahead there.
Oliva controls Nti momentarily but Nti frees himself. #T1#
Nti stays in close to Oliva's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nti with a hook.
Oliva pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Oliva.
Nti half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nti shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Oliva sprawls well. Oliva wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nti gets slowly back to his feet.#T2#
Nti uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Oliva.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Nti.
Nti throws a jab but it's blocked by Oliva.
Oliva swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nti lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Oliva at a distance.
A slow jab from Oliva misses its intended target.
Nti attempts a counter takedown but Oliva avoids it well and moves away.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Oliva.
Oliva misses with a few strikes there. #TD#
Oliva gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nti won't allow Oliva to sweep him here.
Nti slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Nti tries to free his leg and advance position but Oliva is retaining full guard.
Nti trying to control but Oliva is working from the bottom.
Nti preventing the sweep.
Nti slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Nti seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Oliva for as long as he can get away with.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Oliva throws a right and a left that Nti avoids nicely. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Oliva throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Nti counters with a takedown into side control.
Oliva tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nti wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Oliva wants to control but Nti postures up.
Oliva is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Nti is staying active.
A lull in the action here as Nti stalls from top position.
Oliva is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Oliva is looking to reverse the position.
Nti is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti'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#
Nti cracks Oliva with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kwame Nti is winning the standup battle so far.
Nti moves away from the strike by Oliva.
Oliva is looking to chop away at Nti's legs.
Oliva fails to land with a series of punches.
Nti half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nti rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Oliva makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Nti fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD#
Nti gets a double leg takedown into Oliva's guard.
Oliva trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliva tries to strike from the bottom.
Nti looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Oliva tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nti stays in close to Oliva's body and controls the position.
Nti tries to free his leg and advance position but Oliva is retaining full guard.
Oliva manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nti manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Oliva pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nti is keeping the position for now.
Nti controls Oliva momentarily but Oliva frees himself.
Oliva looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Oliva postures up. #T2#
Nti is adopting a defensive guard.
Oliva won't allow Nti to sweep him here.
Nti keeping full guard, as Oliva tries to pass.
Oliva stays in close to Nti's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nti stuns Oliva with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T3#
Nti digs a good body shot into Oliva's ribs.
Oliva jabs Nti to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Oliva steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nti.#TD#
Nti looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Oliva tries to get to full guard but Nti has control of the leg.
Biscuit Oliva has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Oliva flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Kwame Nti is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Oliva is refusing to be controlled, as Nti sits in half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Oliva manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Nti controlling from the top position. #T4#
Nti won't allow Oliva to get back to his feet.
Nti is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Nti looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A jab from Oliva misses.
Oliva ducks under a wild hook from Nti.
Oliva looks to score with a jab to the body but Nti is just out of range.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nti defending well as Oliva loads up on a big left hand.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Nti closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Nti lands in his opponent's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Nti got a little sloppy there for a moment and Oliva has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nti has managed to get both his arms back between Oliva's legs - danger averted.

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 Kwame Nti.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Nti, 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kwame Nti!
Kwame Nti bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: Highland 153
Date: Apr 15, 2022

#R1#
Nti missing with a left hand there. Jones was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
No joy there for Jones , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nti changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jones is looking to clinch but Nti is avoiding it.
Nti tries to counter with a takedown but Jones is quick to defend against it.
Jones 's corner calls for a 1-2. Jones obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Jones ducks under a wild hook from Nti.
Nti throws a hook to the side of Jones 's head but Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jones misses with a hook. Nti ducked under it nicely.
Nti looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jones connects with a body shot that sends Nti's belly button to the back.
Jones tries to clinch there but Nti circles away.
Jones has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones throws a low kick but it's checked well by Nti.
Nti feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Nti scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Nti looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones tries to roll over but Nti keeps him under control.#T1#
Jones won't allow Nti to pass to mount.
Nti not doing much here.
Nti moves into full mount! Jones won't be happy about that!
Nti controlling the pace for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Jones is trying desperately to improve position.
Nti controlling the pace for now.
Nti has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Nti's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Jones tries to lock up and control but Nti gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Nti controlling the pace for now.
Nti seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Jones for as long as he can get away with.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jones keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Nti controlling the position easily from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD#
Nti scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Nti keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nti looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Jones is trying to maintain the position but Nti is very close to passing his half guard.
Nti takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Nti manages to pass to mount!
Nti sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kwame Nti overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Jones is looking to improve his position but Nti isn't that keen on the idea.
Nti controlling from the full mount. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Jones wants to control but Nti is having none of it.
Nti controlling the pace for now.
Further stalling from Nti.
Nti continues to stall.
More hug and hope from Nti.#T3#
Jones can't escape the position.
Nti sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Jones can't escape the position.
Jones tries to hold on but Nti pushes him away. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Jones is trying desperately to improve position.
Nti content just to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti 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. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Nti drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Jones is looking to get back to his feet here but Nti is keeping cool and he's managed to take Jones 's back.
Nti biding his time, controlling Jones .
This is a sustained period of stalling by Nti.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Jimothy Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Nti continues to hold on tight.
Jones looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #T3#
Kwame Nti is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Jones wants to escape the position. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nti just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Nti is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jones can do to turn this around?
Jones tries to roll but Nti sticks to his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nti is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kwame Nti showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Nti, 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kwame Nti!
Kwame Nti tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: Highland 146
Date: Mar 20, 2022

#R1#
Askrew ducks under a wild hook from Nti.
Nti throws a big shot that misses.
Nti swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD#
and Askrew counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Nti! #SUB#
Askrew is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nti knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Nti is trying to control Askrew's posture but Askrew avoids it. #SUB#
Askrew tries for a kimura but Nti is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Askrew thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Nti is trying to get back to half guard.#T1##SUB#
Askrew is trying to get an arm triangle but Nti is defending well. #SUB#
Askrew is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Nti has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Askrew swings around for an armbar but Nti sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Askrew's guard.#SUB#
Askrew is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nti is aware though and is defending well.
Nti controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Askrew is looking for a triangle but Nti pushes his legs off easily.
Nti must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2##SUB#
Askrew looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Askrew is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nti defends well.#SUB#
Askrew working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Nti has passed into half guard!
Askrew is breathing heavily.
Nti performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Askrew actively working from the bottom here.
Nti controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB#
Askrew looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Nti controlling the action here. #SUB#
Askrew looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB#
Askrew looking for subs from the bottom but Nti mounts him!
Askrew tries to reverse the position but Nti maintains control.#T4#
Askrew is working hard here to advance position.
Nti sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Let's hope that Nti 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.
Askrew is in all sorts of trouble here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nti tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Askrew is desperately trying to improve his position but Nti has a good base and remains in mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kwame Nti will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Nti scores with the left hand. Askrew knows he should have avoided that one.
Nti misses with an uppercut.
Askrew changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nti, as that shot connected.
Nti throws a good cross that connects.
Nti fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Askrew on the side of the head.
Nti throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Askrew appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Askrew looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Askrew ducks under a wild hook from Nti.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askrew closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nti moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nti lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
Nti misses the jab.
Nti lands a head shot.
Nice shot lands for Nti.
Askrew keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nti.
Askrew feinted with a counter takedown.
Nti lands with a nice body punch.
Askrew on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Askrew takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nti misses the jab.
Askrew tries to counter with a takedown but Nti is quick to defend against it.
Nti bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nti tests Askrew's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
Nti throws a body punch but Askrew moves out of range.
Askrew half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Askrew takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Askrew changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nti throws a lazy right hand but Askrew sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nti scores with a nice strike.
Nti has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A slow jab from Nti misses its intended target.
Good standup being displayed there by Nti as he connects with a hook.
Nice cross by Nti.
Nti scores with a nice strike.#T3#
Askrew on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nti wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Good standup being displayed there by Nti as he connects with a hook.
Nti looks to land a combination. Askrew sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Nti might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Nti throws a lazy right hand but Askrew sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nti scores with a nice right hand.
Askrew takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Askrew ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Askrew bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Askrew drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nti sprawls and moves away.#T4#
Nti misses with a hook. Askrew ducked under it nicely.
Askrew feinted with a counter takedown.
Kwame Nti seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nti connects with a body shot that sends Askrew's belly button to the back.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice cross by Nti.
Nti throws a hook to the side of Askrew's head but Askrew sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice shot lands for Nti.
Nti jabs at Askrew's body.
Askrew takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kwame Nti is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Askrew moves out of range as Nti strikes.
Jab from Nti.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Askrew's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Nti lands with a hook. Askrew tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Askrew drops his hands momentarily and Nti takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nice uppercut there from Nti.
Nti lands a really nice looking cross but Askrew seems unphased.
Askrew takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nti bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Askrew's head backwards.
Nti thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti moves into range and connects with a jab.
Ben Askrew is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nti throws a body punch but Askrew moves out of range.
Askrew feinted with a counter takedown.
Nti connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T1#
Nti thuds his right hand into Askrew's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Askrew drops his hands momentarily and Nti takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Askrew looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Askrew with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Nti to score with a decent uppercut.
Askrew staying out of range there.
Askrew half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nti throws a jab but it's blocked by Askrew.
Askrew feinted with a counter takedown.
Askrew slips a straight right by Nti.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Nti.
Nti throws a shot from downtown. Askrew moves away and avoids it.
Askrew feinted with a counter takedown.
Nti throws a looping overhand right but Askrew ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Askrew tries to move into range but Nti moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nice defenses there by Askrew.
A jab from Nti does it's job there.
Nti misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Askrew.
Nti misses with a straight left.
Askrew feinted with a counter takedown.
Nti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Askrew sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Askrew drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nti sprawls and moves away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Askrew walks into a jab.
A lazy left from Nti finds it's target.
Nti throws a jab when Askrew was well out of range.
Askrew half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T3#
Nti throws the left hand but Askrew avoids the punch easily.
Askrew uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nti.
Nti jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Askrew drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nti sprawls and moves away.
Askrew avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Askrew appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Nti moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Askrew moves out of range as Nti strikes.
Kwame Nti is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A lazy left from Nti finds it's target.
Nti scores with a nice head shot.
Nice defenses there by Askrew.
Askrew feinted with a counter takedown.#T4#
Nti throws a big shot that misses.
Nti misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Askrew.
Askrew moves away from the strike by Nti.
Askrew changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nti swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Askrew counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Askrew.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nti is pulling down on Askrew's head. It's preventing any offense from Askrew, at least for the moment.#SUB#
Askrew drops back, looking for a kneebar! Nti looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Nti looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Nti! #REVB#
Askrew is looking for a sweep.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kwame Nti comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Nti winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 27:29
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 25:30
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 27:29

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

Event: Playoffs R1
Date: Feb 11, 2022

#R1#
Control scores with a punch to the head.#CUT#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Control misses with a looping left.
Control looks to land a right hand but Nti moved out of range.
Nti misses with a looping left.
Nti scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Control doesn't seem bothered though.
Control jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Control throws a jab but it's blocked by Nti.
Control keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nti lands a jab to the nose.
Nti blocks a jab.#KD#
Control drops Nti with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Nti looks back up at him and smiles so Control waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
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!
Nti lands with a nice body punch.
Control lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Nti falls backwards - clearly groggy! Control dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roder Control!
Roder Control decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: R2 W9
Date: Jan 22, 2022

#R1#
Bricks throws the left hand but Nti avoids the punch easily.
Nti connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bricks. Bricks circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bricks.
Bricks is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bricks throws an overhand right that lands on Nti's shoulder, as Nti tries to avoid the shot.
Bricks throws a shot from downtown. Nti moves away and avoids it.
Nti throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Adams Bricks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bricks lands with a cross.
A left lands for Bricks.
Bricks lands with an uppercut that bounces Nti off the cage and back into range.
Bricks throws an off balance right hand
and Nti counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nti on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nti misses the shot to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bricks! But no joy.
Bricks defending well as Nti loads up on a big left hand. #TD#
Bricks gets caught flat footed, as Nti shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Bricks is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nti defends well.
Bricks is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1#
Bricks controlling Nti's posture.
Bricks wants to get back to his feet but Nti is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Nti controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Bricks escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nti gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bricks can do anything to dispel that myth.
Bricks looking to control but Nti passes into half guard.
Bricks trying to control here. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nti controlling the pace.
Bricks is trying to stand back up but Nti is controlling him
Bricks is trying to control but Nti manages to pass to mount!
Bricks working to try and regain half guard.
Nti wants to take Bricks's back here but Bricks is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape. #T3#
Bricks really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Nti controlling the position easily from mount.
Bricks can't escape the position.
Bricks holds on to Nti around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.
Bricks felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Bricks is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Bricks tries to control the position but Nti now has his back. #T4#
Nti is hanging on to Bricks's back as he tries to escape.
Nti not allowing Bricks to control his hands.
Bricks trying to get back to his feet but Nti is in full control for now.
Nti is not going to allow Bricks to sit and survive in this position.
Nti controls the position.
Bricks is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Nti controlling the positon.
Bricks wants to escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Bricks swings away with a body shot that misses
and Nti counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Nti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bricks.
Bricks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bricks works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nti is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bricks can do to turn this around?#TD#
Nti closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Bricks tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Bricks tries to control Nti's body but Nti pushes him off. Bricks squirms to his side and now Nti has his back!
Bricks trying to control the action but Nti just sinks the hooks in.
Bricks is trying to get back to his feet but Nti has full control of the position and if anything, Bricks has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Nti biding his time, looking for the opening.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bricks is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Bricks wants to get back to his feet. #T1#
Bricks tries to break free.
Bricks trying to get back to his feet but Nti is in full control for now.
Nti trying to control momentarily.
Bricks is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Nti really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Bricks.
Nti not allowing Bricks to control his hands.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
I would not like to be Bricks right now. #T2#
Bricks trying to control the action but Nti just sinks the hooks in.
Bricks can't escape the position.
Bricks is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Bricks can't escape the position.
Nti biding his time, looking for the opening.
Bricks trying to get back to his feet but Nti is in full control for now.
Kwame Nti overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nti biding his time, looking for the opening. #T3#
Nti not allowing Bricks to control his hands.
Bricks is trying to stand back up.
Bricks wants to escape the position.
Bricks trying to control the hands but Nti won't let him.
Bricks is really stuck here. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nti controlling the position well here. Bricks rolled but Nti kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Bricks is in bad spot here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bricks is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Bricks is really stuck here.
Nti just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Bricks trying to control the hands but Nti breaks the grip.
Bricks wants to get back to his feet.
Bricks is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bricks is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Nti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bricks throws out the jab.
Nti dips to his left and cracks Bricks with an uppercut!
Bricks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bricks throws the left hand but Nti avoids the punch easily.
Nti is looking to counter punch.
Nti takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bricks throws a hook but Nti avoids it easily.
Nti swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bricks throws a shot from downtown. Nti moves away and avoids it.
Nti throws a big shot that misses.
Bricks slips under a jab.
Nti lands a jab.
Bricks might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Nice defenses there by Bricks.
Nti moves away from the strike by Bricks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bricks.
Bricks keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nti.
It seemed like Bricks was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bricks cracks Nti with a good jab.
Bricks lands a glancing blow to the side of Nti's head.
Bricks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Nti wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bricks manages to avoid it.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Bricks. Nti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bricks jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nti. Bricks does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bricks throws out a counter right but Nti avoids it with no problem.
Bricks is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Nti keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bricks throws a shot from downtown. Nti moves away and avoids it.
Bricks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nti manages to avoid it.
Bricks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bricks throws a hook but Nti blocks it.
Bricks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bricks connects with a body shot that sends Nti's belly button to the back.
Bricks moves forwards but Nti connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bricks looks to land a right hand but Nti moved out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bricks. Nti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nti moves out of range as Bricks strikes.
Bricks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nti.
Bricks waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nti.
Nti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bricks sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Nti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bricks throws out the jab.
Nti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bricks.
Nti throwing a counter right hand but Bricks manages to avoid it.
Nti lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Bricks backs up 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!
Bricks throws a right hand that misses
and Nti cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bricks slips under a jab from Nti.
Nti missing with a left hand there. Bricks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nti scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nti steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bricks.
Adams Bricks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nti moves out of range of the strikes.
Bricks ducks under a wild hook from Nti.
Bricks misses with a body shot.
A swing and a miss from Bricks.
Nti tries to close the distance and clinch but Bricks swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nti's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bricks under the eye.
Bricks throws an off balance right hand
and Bricks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bricks swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Nti moves away from the strike by Bricks.
Nti swings for the body but Bricks moves out of range.
Nti slips a jab from Bricks.
Bricks moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nti just misses with a punch to the body.
Nti slips a straight right by Bricks.
Nti looks to throw the jab but Bricks is out of range.
Bricks throws a sloppy body shot
and Nti counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nti throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Nti takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bricks takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A telegraphed right hand from Bricks misses the target.
A little feinted left hand from Nti on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kwame Nti is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nti misses with a straight right.
A slow jab from Nti misses its intended target.
Bricks avoids the body shot from Nti.
Bricks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nti.
Bricks connects with the punch.
Nti throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
Bricks throws an overhand right that lands on Nti's shoulder, as Nti tries to avoid the shot.
Bricks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nti.
An attempted straight right counter from Nti misses the target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nti uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bricks. Nti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bricks scores with a crisp jab that stopped Nti in his tracks.
Nice uppercut lands for Bricks. That snapped Nti's head back.
Nti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bricks slips under a jab from Nti.
Nti lands a jab to the head.
Nti thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bricks misses with an uppercut.
Bricks connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Nti listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bricks misses with a shot to the body
and Nti counters with a straight right hand.
Adams Bricks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Bricks.
Bricks throws a big shot that misses.

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 Kwame Nti.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Nti, 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 Darius Henderson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: R2 W8
Date: Jan 15, 2022

#R1#
Nti moves out of range as Cosby strikes.
Nti fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Cosby on the side of the head.
Cosby misses with a looping left.
A slow jab from Cosby misses its intended target.
Nti looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cosby throws the left hand but Nti avoids the punch easily.
Cosby tries to bum rush Nti with a series of wild strikes but Nti uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Cosby jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cosby throws a shot from downtown. Nti moves away and avoids it.
Cosby misses with an uppercut.
Cosby fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A telegraphed right hand from Cosby misses the target.
Nti swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Cosby.
Cosby uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nti.
Nti comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Cosby throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Nti to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slow jab from Nti misses its intended target.
Nti throws a hook but Cosby blocks it.
Phil Cosby seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cosby misses the jab.
No joy there for Cosby, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Cosby misses the target.
A nice side step and Nti releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Cosby displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nti throws out the jab.
Cosby is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Nti connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Cosby rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nti moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Cosby looks to land a left hand but Nti moved out of range nicely.
Nti connects with a right hand. Cosby shakes it off.
Nti swings for the body but Cosby moves out of range.
Nti swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Cosby.
A swing and a miss from Cosby.
Cosby throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nti sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Cosby takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Cosby looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A jab from Nti misses.
Nti walks into a straight right hand from Cosby.#CUT#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice cross by Nti.
A jab lands there for Nti.
Cosby throws a big shot that misses.
Cosby throws a left and a right that both miss
and Nti cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Nti digs a good body shot into Cosby's ribs.
Cosby misses with a combination
and Nti counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nti throws an overhand right that lands on Cosby's shoulder, as Cosby tries to avoid the shot.
Cosby misses with a combination
and Nti counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Cosby jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A nice side step and Nti releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
The crowd cheers as Cosby lands an impressive looking overhand right. Nti doesn't seem phased though.
Cosby rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nti moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Cosby has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Cosby there as he acknowledges the shot.
Cosby looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Cosby looks to land a combination. Nti sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Cosby misses with a wild combination.
Cosby moves away from the strike by Nti.
Cosby throws an off balance right hand
and Nti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nti throws a hook to the side of Cosby's head but Cosby sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big left from Nti misses.
Nti ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T3#
Nti lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Cosby throws out a loose jab but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nti is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Cosby had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Nti scores with a hook to the body. Cosby takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nti cracks Cosby with a good jab.
Nti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cosby.
Nti slips under a jab from Cosby.
Cosby lands with an overhand left.
Cosby thows a left - swing and a miss!
A countering left hand to the body from Nti misses.
Cosby looks to throw the jab but Nti is out of range.
Nti blocks a jab.
Cosby swings widly with a right hand
and Cosby takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nti misses with a looping right.
Nti ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cosby takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
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!
Cosby walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Cosby avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A jab lands there for Nti.#T4#
Nti lands a nice shot to the body.
Cosby swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nti throws out a powerful jab.
Cosby swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Cosby missing with a left hand there. Nti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It seemed like Nti was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Cosby thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nti cracks Cosby with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nti tries to clinch up but Cosby circles away and keeps his distance.
Nti lands a slapping body shot.
Nti works Cosby's body with a nice hook.
Nti lands a really nice looking cross but Cosby seems unphased.
A big left from Cosby misses.
Cosby avoids a punch combination nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Nti fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cosby, pushing him back against the cage.
Nti lands with a right to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Nti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cosby was well out of range. Poor timing from Nti.
Cosby misses with a hook
and Nti counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Cosby missing with a left hand there. Nti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cosby swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nti appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Cosby misses with a looping right.
Nti looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nti thuds a left hand into Cosby's body.
Cosby throws an off balance right hand
and Nti counters with a nice uppercut.
Cosby swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nti slips under a jab.
Nti keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cosby.
Cosby walks into a jab.
Nti has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cosby throws an overhand right that lands on Nti's shoulder, as Nti tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Nti.
Nti misses with a looping right.
Some wild striking there from Cosby.
Nti connects with a body shot.#T1#
Cosby circles away from the clinch attempt.
It looked like Cosby wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kwame Nti seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A swing and a miss from Cosby.
Nti needs to keep his hands up - Cosby had a free shot at his head there.
Nti misses with a hook. Cosby ducked under it nicely.
No joy there for Nti, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nti slips a jab and a cross from Cosby.
Cosby misses with a lunging right hand
and Nti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nti connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Cosby's hands.
Cosby throws a hook but Nti avoids it easily.
A lazy left from Nti finds it's target.
Cosby throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Nti cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cosby misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nti misses the jab.
Cosby jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nti lands a nice shot to the body.
Cosby throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Cosby.
As Cosby backs off Nti throws a huge counter combo but Cosby manages to avoid it all.#T2#
Cosby with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Nti to score with a decent uppercut.
Nti lands a nice shot to the body.
Cosby doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Cosby misses with the combination.
Nti punishes Cosby's body with a nice straight punch.
Nti lands a glancing blow to the side of Cosby's head.
Nti avoids a punch combination nicely.
Cosby swings widly with a right hand
and Nti counters with a nice uppercut.
Cosby throws out a loose jab but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cosby misses with a right hand
and Nti counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cosby shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Cosby takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Cosby misses with a hook.
Cosby walks into a stiff left hand from Nti.#T3#
Nti with a nice cross.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Cosby.
Nti lunges at Cosby with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Cosby's hand.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Cosby ducks right into an uppercut from Nti.
A punch lands to the side of Cosby 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Cosby takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nti sizes up Cosby with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Cosby fails to land with a series of punches.
Nti scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nti moves away from the strike by Cosby.
Cosby throws an off balance right hand
and Nti counters with a left to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cosby catches Nti with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Cosby takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Cosby looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Cosby throws a poor cross that misses
and Nti counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Nti darts in and clinches Cosby up against the cage.#TD#
Cosby has picked Nti up - he's going for a ride! Cosby dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Cosby trying to mount his opponent but Nti defends it. #T4#
Nti is controlling Cosby's trapped leg to prevent Cosby from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Cosby is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Nti is refusing to be controlled, as Cosby sits in half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Nti can do anything to dispel that myth.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB#
Cosby is working for a submission of some sort.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Nti connects with a body shot.
Cosby looks to land a combination but Nti avoids it well.
Cosby throws a right hand that Nti ducks under and follows up with a left that Nti also avoids with ease.
Nti lands with a good body shot.
Nti thuds a left hand into Cosby's body.
Nti scores with a decent looking hook.
Cosby scores with the left hand. Nti knows he should have avoided that one.
Nti slips under a jab from Cosby.
Nti lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Cosby circles away quickly and effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cosby catches Nti with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Cosby tries to move into range but Nti moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nti lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nti's jab looks to have found its range, popping Cosby under the eye.
Cosby swings widly with a right hand
enabling Nti to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Cosby misses with a hook
and Nti counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Nti's corner calls for a 1-2. Nti obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nti throws a hook to the side of Cosby's head but Cosby sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cosby doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nti lands with a shot to the body.
Cosby misses with a wild combination.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Cosby has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Cosby there as he acknowledges the shot.
Cosby takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nti lands a nice shot that snaps Cosby's head back.
Nti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nti throws out a counter right but Cosby avoids it with no problem.
Nti lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Cosby at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cosby has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Cosby there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nti scores with a hook to the body. Cosby takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nti keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A slow jab from Cosby misses its intended target.
Phil Cosby has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Nti connects with a body shot.
Nti bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Cosby throws an off balance right hand
enabling Nti to counter with a crisp jab.
Nti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cosby.
Nti works over Cosby's head and body with a nice combination.
Jab, jab by Nti - just one landing.
Cosby takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Cosby waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nti.
Nti jabs Cosby right on the nose. Cosby blinks but takes it well.
Cosby avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cosby throwing a counter right hand but Nti manages to avoid it.
A punch combination from Cosby misses.
Cosby takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Cosby throws a lazy uppercut
and Nti counters with a stiff right hand.
Cosby takes one on the chin but seems OK. #ROC2#Cosby is rocked!
Nti lands an overhand right.
Oh Cosby is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nti digs a good hook to Cosby's body.
A lazy left from Nti finds it's target.#T3#
Nti moves out of range of the strikes.
Cosby misses with a left hand
and Nti connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nti cracks Cosby with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nti scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Cosby doesn't seem bothered though. #CL2#
Nti clinches up against the cage.
Nti scores with a hook to the body.
Nti lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nti creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Cosby's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Cosby drops to his knees and Nti pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kwame Nti!
In his post fight interview, Kwame Nti started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: R2 W7
Date: Jan 08, 2022

#R1#
Moura shoots in and drives through. Nti sprawls well.
Moura seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Nti connects with a crisp jab.
Nti fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#KD2#
Nti drops Moura with a big left hand and mounts him. Moura is in big trouble! #ROC2#Moura is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nti tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Oh Moura is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Moura keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Nti really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Moura. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nti controlling his opponent.
Moura is trying to escape the mount.
Nti sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Moura seems to have got his legs back now.
Moura manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Nti prevents Moura from improving his position.#T1##SUB#
Moura looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nti not doing much here.
Moura moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Moura looking for a guillotine here but Nti defends easily. #T2#
Nti is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Nti is continuing to stall.
Nti looking to pass the guard.
Nti looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Moura has his foot on Nti's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nti works his way back into a safe position though.
Nti must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nti is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Moura escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nti gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Moura can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Nti controls the pace.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Moura has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nti can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
That's time! Moura's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Jab by Nti.
Nti has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#KD2#
Nti lands a big shot that drops Moura! Can he finish him? #SUB#
Moura working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nti doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nti manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Nti is sitting in close to Moura's body. Moura has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Nti is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Nti is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Moura.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Aderbar Moura!

Event: R2 W6
Date: Jan 01, 2022

#R1#
Galopin staying out of range there.
Nti throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nti is breathing heavily.#TD2#
Nti gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Galopin to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SUB2#
Galopin drops back looking for a leg! Nti is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nti manages to kick Galopin off! Galopin jumps back into Nti's guard.
Galopin passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galopin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Nti's coaches at Deathsquad have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Galopin sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1#
It looks like Galopin might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Let's hope that Galopin 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.
Galopin passes the guard and advances to mount!
Galopin controlling from mount. #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.
Galopin is continuing to stall.
Galopin takes Nti's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Nti is in trouble.
What can Nti do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight! #SUB2#
Galopin has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Nti is defending well but eventually Galopin manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Nti has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ladislas Galopin!
A victorious Ladislas Galopin thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: R2 W5
Date: Dec 25, 2021

#R1#
Tungsten swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Nti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tungsten has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Tungsten throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nti closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tungsten slips a jab from Nti.
Tungsten ducks under a wild hook from Nti.
Tungsten misses with a looping left.
Nti misses with a hook.
Tungsten throws out a counter right but Nti avoids it with no problem.#CL2#
Tungsten gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tungsten lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nti misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Tungsten breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A jab from Tungsten does it's job there.#CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Tungsten misses with a looping right.
Tungsten misses the shot to the body.
A big right from Nti misses.
Nti slips a straight right by Tungsten.
Nti definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nti showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tungsten. #T1#
Nti misses with a hook. Tungsten ducked under it nicely.
Terry Tungsten seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nti throws an off balance right hand
and Tungsten counters with a stiff right hand.
Nti lands with a nice body punch.
Tungsten works the jab nicely.
Tungsten connects with the punch.
Nti moves into range and connects with a jab.
Jab by Tungsten.
Nti loads up on a big right hand but Tungsten slips the punch.
Tungsten fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tungsten throws an overhand right that lands on Nti's shoulder, as Nti tries to avoid the shot.
Nti throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Tungsten counter with a right hand.
Nti moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tungsten throws a poor cross that misses
and Nti counters with a nice body shot.
Nti pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tungsten walks into a left hand.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tungsten, as that shot connected.
Nti on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T2#
Tungsten lands with a cross.
A telegraphed right hand from Tungsten misses the target.
Tungsten fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Nti on the side of the head.
Nti fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tungsten moves out of range of the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tungsten! But no joy.
Tungsten closes the distance looking to clinch
and Nti counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nti swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tungsten counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nti misses the shot to the body.
Tungsten moves out of range as Nti strikes.
Nti throws a poor cross that misses
and Tungsten counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tungsten cracks Nti with an open hand slap.
Tungsten misses with an uppercut. Nti saw that one coming.
Nti takes a swing at Tungsten's ribcage but misses.
A slow jab from Nti misses its intended target.
Tungsten swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Tungsten throws a looping overhand right but Nti ducks down to avoid it. #TD#
Nti 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.
Nti is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Tungsten is pulling down on Nti's head. It's preventing any offense from Nti, at least for the moment.
Tungsten working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nti prevents Tungsten from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Tungsten throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T4#
Tungsten wants to get back to his feet but Nti is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Nti wants to control from the top but Tungsten keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nti misses with a hook. Tungsten ducked under it nicely.
Tungsten throws a big shot that misses.
Nti fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nti needs to keep his hands up - Tungsten had a free shot at his head there.
Tungsten thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tungsten is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#CL#
Nti fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tungsten, pushing him back against the cage.
Nti lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC2#
Tungsten manages to break the clinch.
Nti steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tungsten.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nti slips a straight right by Tungsten.
Nti lands a slapping body shot.
Nti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Terry Tungsten dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Nti throws a series of punches but Tungsten moves out of range.
Tungsten might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Tungsten connects with the punch.
Tungsten is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nti throwing a counter right hand but Tungsten manages to avoid it.
Nti throws a left and a right that both miss
and Tungsten cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tungsten throws a jab when Nti was well out of range.
Nti defending well as Tungsten loads up on a big left hand.
Tungsten misses with a wild combination.
Tungsten with a nice cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tungsten tries to clinch up.
Nti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tungsten manages to avoid it.
Tungsten lands a jab to the head.
Nti walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT2#Kwame Nti's cut is getting worse.
Nti fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tungsten has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tungsten there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Nti staying out of range there.
Tungsten uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nti.
Tungsten misses with a hook
and Nti counters with a nice body shot.
Nti lands a nice hook to Tungsten's body. Tungsten takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nti digs a good hook to Tungsten's body.
Tungsten moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Terry Tungsten seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tungsten tries to clinch
and Nti counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Tungsten!
Tungsten looks to land a right hand but Nti moved out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Nti misses the target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tungsten fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nti manages to avoid it.
Nti is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Nti swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A countering left hand to the body from Tungsten misses.
Tungsten ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nti tests Tungsten's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nti throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tungsten throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nti. #T2#
Nti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tungsten swings for the body but Nti moves out of range.
Nti swings widly with a right hand
and Tungsten counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tungsten has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Tungsten connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tungsten misses the shot to the body.
Nti looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tungsten misses the jab.
Tungsten throws the left hand but Nti avoids the punch easily.
Nti throws a hook to the side of Tungsten's head but Tungsten sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tungsten looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tungsten wants to clinch up but Nti keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Nti rushes Tungsten and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tungsten tries to break free but Nti pushes him back against the cage.
Nti misses with some punches.
Nti lands a body punch.
Tungsten tries to throw a body punch but Nti avoids it by throwing Tungsten back against the cage.
Nti goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tungsten blocks a body shot from Nti. #T3#
Nti blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tungsten throws a punch but it's blocked by Nti.
A short body shot lands from Nti as the two fighters clinch.
Tungsten is breathing heavily.
Tungsten wants to break the clinch but can't.
Nti lands a body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nti.
Nti misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nti throws a punch but it's blocked by Tungsten.
A right handed body shot lands from Nti.
Nti lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tungsten or not.
A short right from Nti on the inside.
Nti struggles to land a body shot inside as Tungsten controls his hands.
Tungsten prevents a body shot from Nti.
Nti lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tungsten.
Nti lands with a left to the head.
Nti lands a body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tungsten.
Tungsten blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
Nti is looking to take this one to the mat.
Nti lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tungsten backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2#
Tungsten's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nti throws out a loose jab but Tungsten uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tungsten pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tungsten misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nti lands a head shot.
Nti tests Tungsten's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Donk. Nti catches Tungsten right on the button with a cross.#CL#
Nti has Tungsten up against the cage in a clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Tungsten.
Tungsten tries to work over Nti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tungsten.
Nti tries to work over Tungsten's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tungsten.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Kwame Nti will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti'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#
Nti throws the left hand but Tungsten avoids the punch easily.
Tungsten fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nti manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nti. Tungsten does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tungsten throws a hook but Nti blocks it.
Nti ducks right into an uppercut from Tungsten.
Nti throws a jab but it's blocked by Tungsten.
Tungsten misses with an uppercut.
Tungsten ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tungsten misses with a body shot.
Nti connects with a body shot.
Tungsten throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nti swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tungsten looks to score with a jab to the body but Nti is just out of range.
Nti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tungsten manages to avoid it.
Nti throws an off balance right hand
enabling Tungsten to counter with a crisp jab.
A swing and a miss from Tungsten.
Nti is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Nti misses with a wild body shot.
Good exchange - Nti coming out on top.
Tungsten ducks under a wild hook from Nti.#CL2#
Tungsten clinches with his opponent. #BC2#
Tungsten breaks the clinch.
Tungsten scores with a jab.
Nti uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tungsten.
Nti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nti defending well as Tungsten loads up on a big left hand.
Nti is looking to counter punch.
Nti misses with a wild combination.
A telegraphed right hand from Nti misses the target.
Tungsten avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tungsten appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nti pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sloppy strikes from Tungsten. Those never looked like landing. #T2#
Nti loads up on a big right hand but Tungsten slips the punch.
Nti pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nti throws a hook but Tungsten blocks it.
Tungsten thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nti throws a lazy right hand but Tungsten sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A combination from Tungsten does no damage.
Nti throws a shot from downtown. Tungsten moves away and avoids it.
Tungsten moves away from the strike by Nti.
Tungsten swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tungsten tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nti was well out of range. Poor timing from Tungsten.
Nti throws out a loose jab but Tungsten uses good head movement to avoid it.
Good exchange - Nti coming out on top.
Tungsten throws an overhand right that lands on Nti's shoulder, as Nti tries to avoid the shot.
Tungsten misses the jab.
Tungsten throws a hook to the side of Nti's head but Nti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nti slips a jab from Tungsten.#T3#
Nti misses the shot to the body.
Nti walks into a left hand.
Tungsten tries to clinch but Nti is having none of it.
Tungsten sizes up Nti with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tungsten moves out of range as Nti strikes.
Nti throws a body shot but no joy.
Nti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice shot by Tungsten.
Tungsten throws an off balance right hand
and Nti counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tungsten takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tungsten throws a hook but Nti blocks it.
Nti was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Tungsten moves into the clinch successfully.
Nti misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tungsten. #BC2#
Tungsten escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tungsten dodges the punch combination from Nti. #T4#
Tungsten misses with a jab, cross combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Donk. Tungsten catches Nti right on the button with a cross.
Nti listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tungsten misses with a series of wild punches.
Nti digs a good body shot into Tungsten's ribs.
Nti keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tungsten.
An attempted straight right counter from Nti misses the target.
Tungsten tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nti swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nti throws a body punch but Tungsten moves out of range.
Tungsten cracks Nti with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tungsten bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nti takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Tungsten.
Nti swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tungsten uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nti.

And that's the end of the fight!
Terry Tungsten comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tungsten 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 Ben Watson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Terry Tungsten!
Terry Tungsten seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: R2 W4
Date: Dec 18, 2021

#R1#
Creed scores with a jab. Nti acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CUT#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Nti defending well as Creed loads up on a big left hand.
Nti doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Creed takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Creed takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Creed seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Creed throws a poor cross that misses
and Nti counters with a nice uppercut.
Creed misses with a looping left.
A jab from Creed misses.
Nti connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Creed momentarily.
Nti moves out of range of the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Nti on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nti jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice uppercut lands for Nti. That snapped Creed's head back.
Creed misses with a lunging right hand
and Nti counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Creed throws an off balance right hand
and Nti makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Nti scores with a body shot.
Creed thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nti misses with a looping right.#T1#
Good standup being displayed there by Nti as he connects with a hook.
Creed throws a hook but Nti blocks it.
Nti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL2#
Nti moves into the clinch.
Nti lands a body shot.
Creed avoiding damage.
Nti keeps control of Creed as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A body shot lands from Creed.
Creed tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nti's elbow.
Creed lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Creed is trying to push Nti away but Nti has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Creed works on Nti's body with a couple of short punches.
A left hand lands to the body for Nti.
Nti softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nti looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Creed tries to stall but Nti uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Creed struggles to land a body shot inside as Nti controls his hands.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T2##BC#
Creed's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nti lands with a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nti lands a nice looking body shot.
Creed misses with a straight right.
A big right from Creed misses.
Nti moves forwards but Creed connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Nti takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Creed misses with an uppercut.
The fighters circling - Creed throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Creed misses with a straight right.
Nti tests Creed's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nti. Creed does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nti steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Creed.
Creed is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Creed throws a shot from downtown. Nti moves away and avoids it.#T3#
Creed lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Creed takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nti staying out of range there.
Creed rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nti counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Nti rushes Creed and presses him up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Nti fails to land.
Nti prevents a body shot from Creed.
Creed misses with some punches.
Creed is trying to break the clinch but Nti has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Nti fails to land.
Nti swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short left from Nti.
Nti has a couple of punches blocked by Creed.
Creed has a couple of punches blocked by Nti.
Nti creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Creed with a big uppercut! Creed tries to clinch up but Nti pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Creed to the mat! Creed covers up and Nti unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Kwame Nti!
Kwame Nti decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: R2 W3
Date: Dec 11, 2021

#R1##TD#
Panda gets a takedown into half guard.
Nti is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nti has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Panda is working away from the top position though.
Nti is refusing to be controlled, as Panda sits in half guard.
Nti is trying to control but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panda trying to control the action but Nti is working from the bottom.
Nti has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Deathsquad. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Panda not doing much here.
Panda moves nicely into side control. #T1#
Nti is trying to get back to half guard.
Panda has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB#
Panda tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Panda has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Nti is trying to control Panda's posture but Panda avoids it. #SUB#
Panda is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Nti has escaped the position, nice work there.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Nti can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Panda looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Panda tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2#
Panda trying to control the position but Nti is working away. #SUB#
Panda is trying to get an arm triangle but Nti is defending well.
Nti is not content to let Panda control the position.
Nti is trying to work for a sweep but Panda has mounted him!#SUB#
Nti defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Panda.
Nti is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Nti really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Panda. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3#
Panda looking to control but Nti is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Nti tries to lock up and control but Panda gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Panda with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Nti is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Panda fails to take his opponent's back.
Nti tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T4#
Panda trying to control but Nti is having none of it.
Panda controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
Panda is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Nti has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Panda wants to control the pace but Nti is squirming around nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Panda looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Panda can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Nti is looking to escape. #SUB#
Panda is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Nti can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Laughing Panda dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Panda shoots in but no luck this time.
Nti connects with a good right hand that stumbles Panda. Panda circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nti lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#TD2#
Nti scores with a takedown into Panda's guard.#SUB#
Panda working for a triangle but Nti defends it easily.
Nti looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Panda looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Nti is defending well. Panda quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Nti has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Panda celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Laughing Panda!

Event: R2 W2
Date: Dec 04, 2021

#R1#
Smash looks to score with a jab to the body but Nti is just out of range.
Nti lands a body shot.
Smash throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nti sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A lazy left from Smash finds it's target.#TD2#
Nti shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Smash is trying to defend but Nti finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Smash regains full guard. Nicely done.
Smash will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Smash looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nti is one step ahead there.
Smash keeping full guard, as Nti tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Nti stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Smash swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nti must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1#
Smash can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Nti controls the pace.
Nti stopping the sweep attempt from Smash.
Nti pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Smash is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Smash is trying to control the position but Nti postures up.
Nti trying to control the position from guard on top but Smash is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Smash just misses with a punch to the body.
Smash stalks Nti and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Nti's face. Nti staggers backwards, shaken.#CUT#That has opened up Kwame Nti's cut even more.
Nti just misses with a punch to the body.
Nti misses the shot to the body. #TD2#
Nti gets a double leg takedown into Smash's guard.
Nti looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Nti showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Smash is pulling down on Nti's head to control his posture. #T3#
Nti sitting in guard here, content to control.
Smash looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nti is one step ahead there.
Smash is controlling Nti's posture.
Nti's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Nti trying to control but Smash is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Sergeant Smash is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#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.
The fighters circling - Smash throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Smash connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nti blocks a jab.
Nti throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Smash is looking to counter punch.
Nti scores with a sloppy right hand. Smash should have avoided that one.
Smash looks to score with a jab to the body but Nti is just out of range.
Smash looks to throw the jab but Nti is out of range.
Nti drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Smash defends it well.
Smash slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#TD2#
Nti looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Smash!
Nti just content to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smash is trying to get back to half guard.
The referee asks Nti politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Nti prefers to stall for the moment though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Nti shoots for a double leg takedown but Smash sprawls well. He's pushed Nti's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A little feinted left hand from Smash on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nti keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Smash.
Smash blocks a jab.
Nti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smash moves away.
Smash misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nti.
Nti misses with a right hand
and Smash counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Smash is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Nti throws a lazy right hand but Smash sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Smash misses with a looping left.
A lazy left from Smash finds it's target.
Nti misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nti avoids the body shot from Smash.
Smash keeps the fight on the outside.
Kwame Nti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smash slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CUT#The cut above Kwame Nti's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Smash thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1##CL2#
Smash gets tackled into the cage by Nti. Nti maintains the clinch. #BC#
Smash escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nti misses with a takedown attempt
and Smash counters with a stiff right hand.
Nti misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smash.
Nti is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
A big left from Smash misses.
Smash lands with a cross.
Nice defenses there by Smash.
It looked like Smash wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sergeant Smash is winning the standup battle so far.
Smash swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nti with the counter takedown but Smash avoids it easily.
Smash takes a swing at Nti's ribcage but misses.
Nti throws a hook to the side of Smash's head but Smash sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nti throws a body punch but Smash moves out of range.
A slow jab from Nti misses its intended target.
Nti darts in trying to clinch
and Smash cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Smash lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nti circles away quickly and effectively.
Smash keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A big left from Smash misses.
Nti fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smash manages to avoid it.
Smash was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Smash waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nti.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nti staying out of range there.
Smash throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Nti counters with a shoot takedown. Smash fights it but they end up in guard.
Nti engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Let's hope that Nti 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.
Smash looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Nti slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Nti wants to control from the top but Smash keeps moving.
Nti sitting in guard here, content to control.
Smash is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nti is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Smash seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Smash misses with a hook.
Smash swats away the attempt to clinch by Nti.
A little feinted left hand from Smash on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Nti looks to score with a jab to the body but Smash is just out of range.
Nti is looking to clinch but Smash is avoiding it.
Smash swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Nti.#TD2#
Smash gets caught flat footed, as Nti shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Nti stopping the sweep attempt from Smash.
Nti engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Nti won't allow Smash to sweep him here.
Smash is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Nti sitting in guard, not really doing much.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Sergeant Smash will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. 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#
Nti slips a jab from Smash.
Nti tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL2#
Nti has taken the fight to the clinch.
Nti drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Smash gets the underhooks and prevents it. #BC#
Smash breaks the clinch.
Nti misses the jab.#TD2#
Nti closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Nti is looking to take a break and control but Smash is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nti just content to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash regains half guard.
Smash wants to control but Nti is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Nti tries to pass to full mount but Smash defends it.
Smash wants to improve his position but Nti is controlling well.
Smash is looking to control Nti's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Smash avoid being mounted?
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Nti in particular looking to stall.
Smash trying to hold on to Nti's head to control him but Nti postures up.
Nti not doing much here.
Smash is refusing to be controlled, as Nti sits in half guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Smash is doing well to control the position and prevent Nti from advancing to side control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Smash misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nti.
The fighters circling - Nti throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL2#
Nti gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Nti looking for a takedown. #BC#
Smash manages to break the clinch.
Nti fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Smash avoids it really well and circles away.
Sergeant Smash has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kwame Nti.
Nti shoots for a takedown but Smash saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Smash misses the target.
Nti lunges at Smash with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Smash's hand. #T3#
Nti is looking to clinch but Smash is avoiding it.
Nti swings widly with a right hand
and Smash counters with a stiff right hand. #TD2#
Smash gets caught napping as Nti dives in and scores a takedown. Smash manages to retain guard.
Smash seems keen to control Nti's posture.
Kwame Nti has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nti is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Nti really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Smash. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nti trying to control the position from guard on top but Smash is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smash 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.#T4#
Nti's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Nti trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Smash looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nti is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Smash throws a looping overhand right but Nti ducks down to avoid it.
Nti with a jab.
Nti goes for a double leg but Smash avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Smash continues to drive forward.
Smash connects with a nice looking jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smash uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nti.
Smash throws a body punch but Nti moves out of range.
Nti clobbers Smash with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Nti keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Smash.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kwame Nti comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Nti 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 Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 28:29
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: R2 W1
Date: Nov 27, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Blacktoe gets a takedown into half guard.
Blacktoe is controlling the pace.
Nti blocking the ground and pound attempt from Blacktoe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blacktoe passes to full mount!
Nti knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Blacktoe on the ground.
Blacktoe landing strikes, looking to finish! #CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Blacktoe throwing strikes here but Nti is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Nti has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T1#
Blacktoe controlling his opponent.
Blacktoe thowing shots but they're missing.
Blacktoe looking to ground and pound but Nti is blocking nicely.
Blacktoe with a couple of short strikes.
Blacktoe thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Nti on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Nti tries to get out of the position.
Blacktoe looking to finish Nti with some ground and pound. This is bad for Nti!
Blacktoe scores with a couple of good head shots there. #CUT2#Kwame Nti's cut is getting worse.#T2#
Blacktoe landing strikes from the mount and Nti is in trouble! #CUT2#Kwame Nti's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Blacktoe lands a big elbow. #CUT2#Jeez, Kwame Nti's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Sinun Blacktoe!
After winning the bout, Sinun Blacktoe thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: W11 E2
Date: Nov 13, 2021

#R1#
Nti throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jobber is looking to counter punch.
Jobber looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Nti lands a glancing blow to the side of Jobber's head.
Jobber seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Nti throws a right hand that misses
and Jobber counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nti throws a big shot that misses.
Jobber fires out a quick counter leg kick but Nti just manages to avoid it.
Nti misses with a left hand
and Jobber counters with a right hand to the body.
Nti misses with a looping right.
It looked like Jobber was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Nti.
Nti looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#CL2#
Nti gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jobber blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nti lands a nice shot to the body.
Nti lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nti makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Nti.
Nti lands with a left to the head. #T1#
Still in the clinch, Nti scores with a nice short uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nti throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nti works on Jobber's body with a couple of short punches.
Nti working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nti.
Nti stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short body shot lands from Nti as the two fighters clinch.
Nti lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Nti.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nti.
A short body shot lands from Nti as the two fighters clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short right from Nti on the inside. #ROC2#Jobber is rocked!
Nti unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Jobber! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Nti is unloading with more strikes now! Jobber drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kwame Nti!
In his post fight interview, Kwame Nti started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: W10 E2
Date: Nov 06, 2021

#R1#
Drago misses with a left hand
enabling Nti to counter with a crisp jab.
Drago scores with a push kick.
Nti connects with a right hand. Drago shakes it off.
Drago shoots in but Nti avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Drago walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nti bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Drago's head.#CUT2#Android Drago's cut is getting worse.
Drago with a lazy takedown attempt #KD2#
and Nti counters with a right hand that sends Drago tumbling to the canvas! Can Nti finish him? He dives into Drago's guard looking to do just that!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nti is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Drago is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nti is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
Nti stopping the sweep attempt from Drago.
Nti controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Drago looking for a sweep. Not yet Drago, not yet.
Nti controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Drago fails with the takedown
and Nti counters with a left to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Android Drago. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Drago is breathing heavily.
Nti jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CUT2#Android Drago's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#KD2#
Nti moves into range and throws a big uppercut. OH! Drago goes down! Can Nti finish him!?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nti trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nti looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Nti showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Nti really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Drago. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2##SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nti stopping the sweep attempt from Drago.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Drago is working hard here to advance position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nice cross by Nti.#CUT2#Jeez, Android Drago's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Kwame Nti!
Kwame Nti was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: W8 E2
Date: Oct 23, 2021

#R1#
Jab from Nti.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Cotroni.
Cotroni throws a jab when Nti was well out of range.
Cotroni swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Cotroni throws an overhand right that lands on Nti's shoulder, as Nti tries to avoid the shot.
Nti throws a good cross that connects.
Cotroni waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nti.
Cotroni throws a series of punches but Nti moves out of range.
Cotroni closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nti definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Cotroni throws a looping overhand right but Nti ducks down to avoid it.
Cotroni walks into a left hand.
Cotroni on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A slow jab from Cotroni misses its intended target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nti scores with a nice strike.
Nti is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cotroni.
Nti defending well as Cotroni loads up on a big left hand.
Nti connects with a jab.
Cotroni misses with a double jab.
Vinny Cotroni seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cotroni throws a shot from downtown. Nti moves away and avoids it.
Nti scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Cotroni defending well as Nti loads up on a big left hand.
Nti throws a hook but Cotroni avoids it easily.#T1#
Cotroni throws a jab but it's blocked by Nti.
Nti misses with an uppercut. Cotroni saw that one coming.
Cotroni throws an off balance right hand #CL#
and Nti counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Cotroni working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cotroni.
Nti blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cotroni lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Cotroni.
Cotroni prevents a body shot from Nti.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nti creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nti misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nti presses Cotroni against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Cotroni is trying to force a seperation but Nti has the dominant position.
Cotroni misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Cotroni manages to break the clinch.
Nti moves away from the strike by Cotroni.
Nti scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nti is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Nti throws a hook to the side of Cotroni's head but Cotroni sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cotroni misses the jab.
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!#CL#
Nti rushes Cotroni and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T2##BC2#
Cotroni's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Cotroni throws a nice looking combination but Nti bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Cotroni misses the jab.
Nti seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Nti stalks Cotroni and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Cotroni's face. Cotroni staggers backwards, shaken.
No joy there for Cotroni, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nti staying out of range there.
Cotroni throws a shot from downtown. Nti moves away and avoids it.
A jab from Nti misses.
Cotroni throws a poor cross that misses #CL#
and Nti counters by moving into the clinch.
Cotroni is trying to break free.#BC2#
Cotroni breaks the clinch.
Nti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cotroni moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Cotroni is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nti.
Cotroni rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nti moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Cotroni jabs Nti right on the nose. Nti blinks but takes it well.#CL#
Nti moves into the clinch successfully.
Cotroni misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Cotroni escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T3#
Nti jabs Cotroni right on the nose. Cotroni blinks but takes it well.
Cotroni takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Nti slips a jab and a cross from Cotroni.
Cotroni looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Cotroni throws a shot from downtown. Nti moves away and avoids it.
Cotroni is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nti is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Cotroni misses with a straight left.
Cotroni misses with a looping right.
Nti is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Cotroni.
Nti listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nti fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nti moves out of range of the strikes.
Cotroni uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nti.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nti works Cotroni's body with a nice hook.
Cotroni misses with a hook. Nti ducked under it nicely.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Cotroni.
Nti lunges at Cotroni with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Cotroni's hand.
Vinny Cotroni is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cotroni shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Nti eats them both and turns towards Cotroni to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Nice straight punches there by Nti. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Nti.
Cotroni looks to land a right hand but Nti moved out of range.#T4#
Nti jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nti works over Cotroni's head and body with a nice combination.
Nti fails to land with a series of punches.
Cotroni throws a hook but Nti avoids it easily.
Cotroni misses with the combination.
Cotroni misses with a jab, cross combination.
A punch combination from Nti misses.
Nti blocks a jab.
Cotroni throws an overhand right that lands on Nti's shoulder, as Nti tries to avoid the shot.
Cotroni misses with a left hand #TD#
and Nti counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Cotroni!
Cotroni trying to remain calm as Nti controls from the top position.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Cotroni is trying to get back to his feet.
Cotroni trying to remain calm as Nti controls from the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Cotroni throws a hook to the side of Nti's head but Nti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cotroni misses with a straight left.
Nti connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Cotroni throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cotroni throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nti sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from Cotroni.
Nti darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Cotroni waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nti.
Cotroni misses with a combination #CL#
and Nti counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Nti. #BC2#
Cotroni escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Cotroni is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nti.
Cotroni throws a right hand that Nti ducks under and follows up with a left that Nti also avoids with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti lands a nice looking body shot.
Cotroni misses with an uppercut. Nti saw that one coming.
Cotroni misses with a hook #TD#
so Nti counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Cotroni not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Cotroni might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Nti haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T1#
Nti wants to pass the guard but Cotroni is keeping the position.
Nti controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Nti might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Cotroni is looking to stand up but Nti isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nti defending well as Cotroni loads up on a big left hand.
Nti is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Cotroni.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nti, as that shot connected. #T3#
Cotroni misses with an uppercut.
Nti is looking to counter the offense by Cotroni and move into the clinch.
Cotroni misses the jab.
Nti tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Cotroni manages to circle out of the way.
Sloppy strikes from Cotroni. Those never looked like landing.
Nti wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Cotroni throws a hook but Nti blocks it.
Nti just misses with a punch to the body.
Cotroni's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Nti connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Cotroni scrambles back to his feet.
Cotroni walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Cotroni rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Nti counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Nti.
Cotroni has control of Nti's left arm, preventing Nti from doing any damage.
Cotroni being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Cotroni pulls Nti in close to his closed guard and prevents Nti from doing any damage or advancing position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cotroni looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nti is one step ahead there.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwame Nti dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti'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#
Nti slips under a jab from Cotroni.
Nti is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Cotroni.
Cotroni has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Cotroni is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nti.
Cotroni misses with a looping right.
Cotroni throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A swing and a miss from Cotroni.
Kwame Nti is winning the standup battle so far.
Nti ducks under a wild hook from Cotroni.
Cotroni missing with a left hand there. Nti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cotroni throws out a loose jab but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cotroni throws a hook to the side of Nti's head but Nti sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cotroni misses the jab.
A slow jab from Nti misses its intended target.
Nti scores with a jab to the body.
Nti misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cotroni thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cotroni keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nti.
Decent striking displayed by Nti there.
A big right from Cotroni misses.
Cotroni takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Cotroni lands a lovely overhand right.#T1#
Nti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cotroni sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Cotroni takes one to the chin there.
Cotroni pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cotroni's corner calls for a 1-2. Cotroni obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A slow jab from Cotroni misses its intended target.
Nti thuds a left hand into Cotroni's body.#CL#
Nti rushes Cotroni and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Cotroni lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nti works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Cotroni takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Cotroni wants to break the clinch but can't.
Nti blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nti tries to work over Cotroni's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nti blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cotroni wants to break the clinch but can't.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cotroni.
Nti throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Nti fails to land.
Cotroni has a couple of punches blocked by Nti.
Cotroni misses with some punches.
Vinny Cotroni has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Cotroni's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cotroni misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cotroni wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kwame Nti has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nti throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Cotronis head.
Nti misses with a body punch.
Cotroni misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Cotroni fails to land. #BC2#
Cotroni breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Nti has closed the distance and engaged Cotroni in a clinch.
Nti prevents Cotroni from breaking the clinch.
Nti misses with some punches.
Cotroni fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nti lands a right hand.
Cotroni tries to break the clinch but Nti is controlling the position.
Cotroni has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Nti seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Cotroni can turn it around.
A right hook to the body lands for Nti.
Cotroni prevents a body shot from Nti.
Nti controlling the action here for a moment.
Nti working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T3#
Cotroni working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Nti.
Nti lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nti scores with a shot to the side of Cotroni's head.
Cotroni swings wildly with an uppercut but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cotroni tries to break the clinch but Nti is controlling the position.
Nti is working Cotroni over against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Nti scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kwame Nti is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nti working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Cotroni wants to get back to striking at distance but Nti won't allow it.
Nti lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Cotroni to his knees! Nti keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kwame Nti!
Kwame Nti was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: W7 E2
Date: Oct 16, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Nti takes the fight into the clinch.
Blacktoe wants to take the fight to the mat but Nti manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Nti stops a takedown attempt from Blacktoe. #BC#
Blacktoe's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nti looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Blacktoe shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sinun Blacktoe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice takedown defense from Nti. No joy for Blacktoe on that attempt. #CL2#
Nti drives through and clinches with Blacktoe against the cage. #BC#
Blacktoe's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Blacktoe changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Nti tries to avoid it but Blacktoe manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Nti to the ground. Nti escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Blacktoe will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Blacktoe fails with the takedown
enabling Nti to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Nti closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Blacktoe breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Nti pushes Blacktoe up against the cage in a clinch.
Blacktoe wants a takedown but no success here.
Blacktoe is trying to force a seperation but Nti has the dominant position.
Nti stops a takedown attempt from Blacktoe.
A short uppercut from Nti.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Blacktoe tries for a takedown but Nti manages to get underhooks.
Nti lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Blacktoe backwards.
Nti scores with a hook to the body.
Blacktoe is breathing heavily.#T1#
Nti lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Blacktoe backwards.
Nti pushes Blacktoe back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nti lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nti scores with a hook to the body.
Nti lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A hook to the body from Nti.
Nti lands a shot to the body.
Nti lands a nice shot to the body.
Nti lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nti works on Blacktoe's body with a couple of short punches.
A short uppercut from Nti.
Nti lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Blacktoe.
Nti lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nti.
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!
Nti scores with a shoulder strike.
Nti lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nti lands on the inside with an uppercut. #ROC2#Blacktoe is rocked!
Nti lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Oh Blacktoe is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nti pushes Blacktoe against the cage. Nti is working some dirty boxing. Nti pushes off with a quick right hook! Blacktoe goes down! Blacktoe tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Nti moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kwame Nti!
Kwame Nti decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: W6 E1
Date: Oct 09, 2021

#R1##TD#
Nti looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Yonic is pressing down on Nti's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Yonic looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nti is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Yonic has his foot on Nti's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nti works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yonic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nti might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Yonic is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T1#
Yonic tries to pass to full mount but Nti defends it.
Yonic tries to stand and escape but Nti is controlling the position.
Yonic is thwarting Nti's attempts to control the position.
Yonic is taking a breather. Nti 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.
Nti won't allow Yonic to pass to mount.
Nti definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Nti is looking to improve his position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Yonic uses his free foot to push down on Nti's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Nti.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nti is wriggling around trying to escape.
Yonic trying to control but Nti is having none of it. #T3#
Yonic is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
Nti can't escape the position.
Yonic wants to stand but Nti is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
Yonic trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Yonic fails to move to back control.
Nti working to try and regain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Yonic swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Nti is now in Yonic's guard. A big mistake from Yonic there, giving up the dominant position!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dominick Yonic dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Yonic catches Nti with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Nti misses with a takedown attempt - Yonic sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Nti throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Yonic's waist but Yonic gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nti off to one side.
Yonic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Yonic, as that shot connected.
Nti walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Yonic lands with a good body shot.
Yonic lands the left hand.#CUT2#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.#TD#
Nti shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Yonic napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yonic is looking to reverse the position.
Yonic is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Yonic is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Yonic has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at The Foundry. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Nti content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Nti prevents Yonic from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Yonic has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nti is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Nti closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Yonic's guard.
Nti won't allow Yonic to sweep him here. #T3##SUB2#
Yonic working for a triangle but Nti defends it easily.
Yonic wants to control but Nti passes easily into half guard.
Yonic is trying to maintain the position but Nti is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Yonic looking for submissions off his back.
Yonic has a hand on Nti's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Nti takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Nti prevents Yonic from getting the reversal.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Dominick Yonic will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Kwame Nti's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Nti shoots in for a double leg but Yonic sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nti shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Yonic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Yonic paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Yonic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nti. #TD#
Nti shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Yonic's guard.
Nti has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Yonic pulls Nti in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Yonic is looking for a triangle but Nti pushes his legs off easily.
Kwame Nti overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nti engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Nti's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Nti postures up.
Yonic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Yonic is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Nti trying to hold on to Yonic's head to control him but Yonic postures up.
Yonic tries to pass the half guard into mount. Nti knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Yonic trying to control from half guard but Nti is working away.
Yonic stalling. #T3#
Nti is staying active underneath Yonic, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A solid body kick from Yonic.
Yonic ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#TD#
Nti looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Yonic!
Yonic tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
You can see the frustration on Yonic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Yonic manages to work his way to half guard, despite Nti's best efforts.
Yonic is looking for a sweep. Nti is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kwame Nti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yonic is pressing down on Nti's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dominick Yonic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Yonic winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 27:30
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 27:30
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: W5 E2
Date: Oct 02, 2021

#R1#
A jab from Nti misses.
Nti lands a lovely overhand right.
Nti circles away from the clinch attempt.
Smoke seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Smoke tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nti manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Smoke avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nti misses with a left hand
and Smoke counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Smoke uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nti.
Nti throws a hook but Smoke avoids it easily.
Nti displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Smoke throws out the jab.
Nti throws a poor cross that misses #CL#
and Smoke counters by moving into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smoke stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC#
Smoke breaks from the clinch.
Smoke fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nti manages to avoid it.
Nti wants to counter the offense by Smoke and move into the clinch position.
Smoke walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Smoke throws a jab when Nti was well out of range.
Kwame Nti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nti throws a jab but it's blocked by Smoke. #T1#
Nice defenses there by Smoke.
Smoke tries to clinch up but Nti circles away and keeps his distance.
Nti tries to clinch there but Smoke circles away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nti. Smoke does a little dance to reset his feet.
Smoke throws a hook but Nti avoids it easily.
Nti tries to counter by closing the distance.
A big right from Nti misses.
A big right from Nti misses.
Smoke seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Smoke bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nti throws the left hand but Smoke avoids the punch easily.
Smoke swings for the body but Nti moves out of range.
Nti steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Smoke.
Smoke ducks under a wild hook from Nti.
Smoke walks into a left hand.
Nti uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Smoke.#T2#
Smoke tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nti paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL#
Smoke gets a clinch.
Smoke working aggressively here.
Nti tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Smoke doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Smoke goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nti working aggressively here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Smoke.
Nti misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short uppercut from Smoke.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Still in the clinch, Nti scores with a nice short uppercut.
Smoke lands a right hand.
Nti fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smoke blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Smoke.
Smoke lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nti backwards.
Smoke is leaning against Nti and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC#
Smoke breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Nti rushes Smoke and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Smoke working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T3#
Smoke lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Smoke lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nti swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Smoke struggles to land a body shot inside as Nti controls his hands.
Smoke lands a body shot.
Nti looks winded!
Nice body punch from Smoke.
A nice right hand lands inside from Smoke.
A left hand lands to the body for Smoke.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Smoke.
Smoke goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smoke gets through Nti's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nti prevents a body shot from Smoke.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Smoke.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Smoke.
Smoke lands a body shot in the clinch.
Smoke lands with a light punch inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smoke tries to throw a body punch but Nti avoids it by throwing Smoke back against the cage.
Smoke lands with a right to the head.
Smoke lands a left hand.
Smoke lands a hook to the side of the head.
Smoke lands a nice uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Smoke. #T4#
A hook to the body from Smoke.
A right hand to the body from Smoke.
Smoke lands a right hand.
Smoke lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nti.#BC#
Smoke breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Smoke bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nti's head.
Jab from Smoke.
Smoke throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nti takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nti looks up at the clock. Bad move! Smoke lands a right hand from hell, dropping Nti. Smoke pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Big Smoke!
A relieved looking Big Smoke 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: W4 E1
Date: Sep 25, 2021

#R1#
Nti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McKinley was well out of range. Poor timing from Nti.#CL#
Nti drives through and clinches with McKinley against the cage.
McKinley misses with the head strike.
McKinley throws a punch but it's blocked by Nti.
Still in the clinch, Nti scores with a nice short uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McKinley.
McKinley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nti scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short left from McKinley.
McKinley's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short left from Nti.
Nti has a couple of punches blocked by McKinley. #KD#
Nti drops McKinley onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! McKinley is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC#McKinley is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nti lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops McKinley to his knees! Nti keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kwame Nti!
Kwame Nti bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: W2 E1
Date: Sep 11, 2021

#R1#
Nti cracks Moura with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nti misses with a straight left.
Nti defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Moura.#TD2#
Moura closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Moura tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Who's going to make the next move?
Nti definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB2#
Moura thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nti is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Moura has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Nti is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Moura yanks on the arm and Nti is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Moura.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Aderbar Moura!

Event: W1 E2
Date: Sep 04, 2021

#R1#
Kebab fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kebab misses with a looping right.
Nice defenses there by Kebab.
Kebab is looking to counter punch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nti throws the left hand but Kebab avoids the punch easily.
Joey Kebab seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kebab fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT#It looks like Kwame Nti has been cut.
Nti throws a looping overhand right but Kebab ducks down to avoid it.
A head kick misses from Kebab.
Nti avoids a kick to the body.
A big right from Nti misses.
Kebab cracks Nti with an open hand slap.
Kebab defending well as Nti loads up on a big left hand. #CL2#
Nti moves into the clinch successfully.
Kebab definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Nti lands a shoulder strike.
Kebab working aggressively here.
Still in the clinch, Nti scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nti keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kebab's efforts to push away.
Nti looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Still in the clinch, Nti scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kebab takes a shot to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Nti.
Nti blocks a body shot from Kebab.
Kebab misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Nti. #T1#
Kebab working aggressively here.
Nti lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kebab backwards.
Nti scores with a shot to the side of Kebab's head. #ROC2#Kebab is rocked!
Kebab swings wildly with an uppercut but Nti uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oh Kebab is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A short right from Nti on the inside.
Nti loads up on a right hand - it lands flush and knocks Kebab senseless! What a punch!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kwame Nti!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 08, 2021

#R1#
Sorokin looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Sorokin takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nti keeps the fight on the outside.
Sorokin gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Nti gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Sorokin is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kwame Nti!

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