Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SMASH: Furioto vs Marcus
Date: May 04, 2024

#R1#
Hermanos throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Alaska uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hermanos.
Alaska misses with a shot to the body
and Hermanos counters with a three punch combo that has Alaska backing up. Alaska nods at Hermanos to acknowledge the strikes.
Alaska 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.
Hermanos lunges at Alaska with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Alaska's hand.
Alaska throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hermanos sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hermanos misses with a wild body shot.
Hermanos throws a half hearted mid kick.
Alaska throws a lazy uppercut
and Hermanos counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hermanos takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hermanos misses the jab.
Alaska throws out a powerful jab.#T1#
Alaska swings for the body but Hermanos moves out of range.
Hermanos throwing a counter right hand but Alaska manages to avoid it.
Hermanos lands a nice shot that snaps Alaska's head back.
Alaska misses with an uppercut
and Hermanos connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A telegraphed right hand from Alaska misses the target.
A jab from Alaska misses.
Alaska misses the body punch
enabling Hermanos to counter with a crisp jab.
Alaska showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hermanos.
Hermanos uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
A quick step to the side and Hermanos tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hermanos defending well as Alaska loads up on a big left hand.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hermanos throws a left and a right that both miss
and Hermanos takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Hermanos throws a right hand that misses
and Alaska counters with a nice uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Hermanos does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alaska throws a sloppy body shot
and Hermanos connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alaska throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Hermanos looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Alaska lands a nice hook to Hermanos's body. Hermanos takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
No joy there for Hermanos, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hermanos is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Alaska works Hermanos's body with a nice hook.
Alaska jabs Hermanos to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Alaska lands with a good body shot.
Alaska takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hermanos staying out of range there.
Alaska takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T3#
Hermanos avoids the body shot from Alaska.
Hermanos tried to counter with a leg kick but Alaska avoided it.
Alaska jabs Hermanos right on the nose. Hermanos blinks but takes it well.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hermanos moves away.
Alaska lands with a nice body punch.
Hermanos throws a chopping leg kick but Alaska manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Alaska throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Richie Alaska seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Alaska misses.
Hermanos thinks about countering with a head kick.
Alaska throws an off balance right hand
and Hermanos cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Alaska is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Hermanos rather than just go for the knockout.
Alaska dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Alaska misses the shot to the body.
Alaska throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
Alaska uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hermanos has time to react.
Hermanos slips a jab from Alaska.
Alaska misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hermanos.
Hermanos lands with a nice body punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hermanos throws a low kick, looking for Alaska's leg but Alaska calmly moves out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Alaska.
Alaska connects with a body shot.
Alaska lands with a good body shot.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hermanos was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.
Alaska swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Hermanos counters with a left and a right that stings Alaska.
Alaska scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hermanos misses with a lunging right hand
and Alaska counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Richie Alaska will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Hermanos on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hermanos throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Alaska.
Hermanos thuds his right hand into Alaska's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Hermanos does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Hermanos on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice body punch from Alaska.
Nice straight punches there by Alaska. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Alaska.
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Hermanos is just out of range.
Alaska swings for the body but Hermanos moves out of range.
Hermanos throws a big counter combination but Alaska scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Hermanos is just out of range.
Richie Alaska seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hermanos uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
Hermanos swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alaska takes a swing at Hermanos's ribcage but misses.
Hermanos uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska. #T1#
Alaska rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hermanos connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hermanos fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Hermanos throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Alaska counter with a right hand.
Alaska throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hermanos stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A swing and a miss from Alaska.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
Alaska misses with a looping left.
Alaska throws a sloppy body shot
and Hermanos counters with a stiff right hand.
Alaska misses with an uppercut.
Hermanos throwing a counter right hand but Alaska manages to avoid it.
Alaska throws a body punch but Hermanos moves out of range.
Pollos Hermanos is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Alaska misses the body punch
and Hermanos counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
Alaska misses the shot to the body.
Hermanos throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
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!
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alaska takes a swing at Hermanos's ribcage but misses.
Alaska scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The fighters circling - Hermanos throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Good standup being displayed there by Hermanos as he connects with a hook.
Alaska scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hermanos doesn't seem bothered though.
Hermanos takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Alaska misses with a jab to the body
letting Hermanos counter with a right hand.
Alaska cracks Hermanos with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Hermanos bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hermanos is looking for a counter combo.#T3#
Alaska swings widly with a right hand
and Hermanos counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC#Alaska is rocked!
Alaska misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Hermanos gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Alaska doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Alaska tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Hermanos smiles and moves away.
Hermanos lands a jab-cross combination.
Alaska is still on wobbly legs! Can Hermanos finish him?
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Hermanos is just out of range.
Hermanos throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Alaska counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Alaska seems to have recovered his senses.
A big left from Alaska misses.
Hermanos swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Hermanos avoids the body shot from Alaska.
Alaska digs a good body shot into Hermanos's ribs.#T4#
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little feinted left hand from Hermanos on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hermanos pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Alaska back to the cage. Hermanos follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Alaska moves out of range of the strikes.
Alaska takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Hermanos throws a body punch but Alaska moves out of range.
Hermanos throws a poor cross that misses
and Alaska makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Alaska throws a body shot but no joy.
Hermanos feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Alaskas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Alaska stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Alaska scores with a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Richie Alaska will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Hermanos's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Alaska scores with a hook to the body. Hermanos takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Alaska avoids a punch combination nicely.
Alaska misses with a hook to the body
and Hermanos counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Hermanos! Alaska is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pollos Hermanos!

Event: SMASH: Barkley vs Dredd
Date: Apr 07, 2024

#R1#
Alaska scores with a jab to the head.
Alaska lands a nice shot to the body.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Cedillo throws a series of punches but Alaska avoids them all with ease.
Alaska misses with a shot to the body
and Cedillo counters with a left to the body.
Richie Alaska seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cedillo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alaska.
Cedillo appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Cedillo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Alaska throws a body shot but no joy.
Alaska jabs Cedillo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Alaska misses with a lunging right hand
and Cedillo counters with a nice body kick.
Cedillo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Alaska. That did some damage!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Alaska misses with a hook to the body
and Cedillo counters with a nice uppercut.
Alaska throws a looping overhand right but Cedillo ducks down to avoid it.
Alaska misses with a hook to the body
and Cedillo counters with an inside leg kick. #T1#
Alaska lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Cedillo at a distance.
Cedillo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cedillo throws a quick inside leg kick.
Alaska misses the body punch
and Alaska takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Alaska is rocked!
Alaska on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Cedillo. Cedillo obviously looking to wear him down.
Cedillo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Alaska.
Alaska throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice body punch from Alaska.
Cedillo misses the body punch
and Alaska counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
Cedillo avoids the body shot from Alaska.
Alaska scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Cedillo doesn't seem bothered though. #T2#
Alaska lands a nice hook to Cedillo's body. Cedillo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cedillo lands a glancing blow to the side of Alaska's head.
Cedillo scores with a kick to the body.
Alaska loads up on a big right hand but Cedillo slips the punch.
Alaska jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cedillo flicks out a counter leg kick but Alaska steps away.
Alaska thuds his right hand into Cedillo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Alaska is looking to wear down Cedillo with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Cedillo gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Alaska throws a body punch but Cedillo moves out of range.
Cedillo flicks out a counter leg kick but Alaska steps away.
Alaska connects with the punch.
Alaska looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Alaska jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Alaska on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Cedillo. Cedillo obviously looking to wear him down.
Whack! Cedillo lands a heavy head kick that drops Alaska. The ref tackles Cedillo to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Alaska was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Kylan Cedillo!

Event: SMASH: Dredd vs Machine
Date: Mar 10, 2024

#R1#
Alaska throws a poor cross that misses
and Stepanovich counters with a nice uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Stepanovich does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alaska misses with a hook
and Stepanovich counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Stepanovich misses with a body shot.
Alaska thows a left - swing and a miss!
Alaska closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #KD2#
Stepanovich sends Alaska crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Stepanovich is motioning to the referee to let Alaska up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Alaska is rocked!
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!
Stepanovich lands a right hook to the body.
Oh Alaska is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Stepanovich throws a head kick that misses.
Stepanovich moves out of range as Alaska strikes.
Stepanovich now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Stepanovich slips under a jab from Alaska.
Alaska takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Alaska seems to have got his legs back now.
Alaska misses with a lunging right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
A slow jab from Alaska misses its intended target.
A little jabbing left from Stepanovich on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Stepanovich misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Alaska counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Stepanovich throws out a loose jab but Alaska uses good head movement to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and Alaska tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alaska misses with a hook.#T1#
Alaska throws a body punch but Stepanovich moves out of range.
Stepanovich now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Stepanovich misses with a double jab.
Alaska scores with a sloppy right hand. Stepanovich should have avoided that one.
Stepanovich throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Stepanovich lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Stepanovich misses with the combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Stepanovich does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alaska throws a body punch but Stepanovich moves out of range.
Stepanovich swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Stepanovich has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Alaska misses with a straight right.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stepanovich moves away.
Alaska throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Alaska misses the jab.
Alaska wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Stepanovich defending well as Alaska loads up on a big left hand.
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Stepanovich is just out of range.
Alaska moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromStepanovich.
Alaska rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Stepanovich counters with a left and a right that stings Alaska.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stepanovich throws a jab but it's blocked by Alaska.
Alaska works Stepanovich's body with a nice hook.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Alaska throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Stepanovich connects with a looping right hand.
Alaska bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Alaska swings for the body but Stepanovich moves out of range.
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Stepanovich looks to land a right hand but Alaska moved out of range.#T3#
Stepanovich throws a sloppy head kick and Alaska moves out of range easily.
Stepanovich thuds his right hand into Alaska's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stepanovich moves away.
A telegraphed right hand from Stepanovich misses the target.
Stepanovich avoids the body shot from Alaska.
Alaska swings for the body but Stepanovich moves out of range.
Alaska bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Stepanovich's head.
Stepanovich slips a jab from Alaska.
Stepanovich slips under a jab.
Stepanovich uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
Alaska dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Alaska fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stepanovich manages to avoid it.
Alaska scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Stepanovich doesn't seem bothered though.
Alaska misses the body punch
and Stepanovich counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Alaska takes a swing at Stepanovich's ribcage but misses.
Stepanovich swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The fighters circling - Alaska throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Stepanovich avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Alaska is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Stepanovich's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stepanovich lands a head shot.
Stepanovich pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stepanovich moves away.
Alaska thows a left - swing and a miss!
Stepanovich staying out of range there.
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Stepanovich is just out of range.
Stepanovich defending well as Alaska loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Alaska comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Alaska throws the left hand but Stepanovich avoids the punch easily.
Alaska misses with a body punch
and Stepanovich counters with a lovely shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Olenev Stepanovich dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Alaska misses the body punch
and Stepanovich counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Richie Alaska seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stepanovich with a nice cross.
Stepanovich has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Alaska takes a swing at Stepanovich's ribcage but misses.
Alaska misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stepanovich.
Alaska looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Stepanovich misses with an uppercut. Alaska saw that one coming.
Alaska throws a hook but Stepanovich blocks it.
Alaska looks to throw the jab but Stepanovich is out of range.
Stepanovich scores with the left hand. Alaska knows he should have avoided that one.
Alaska comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Alaska scores with a nice strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stepanovich displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Alaska throws out the jab.
Alaska stuns Stepanovich with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A big left from Alaska misses.
Alaska works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1#
Stepanovich takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Stepanovich lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Alaska lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Alaska throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Stepanovich is just out of range.
Alaska with a jab.
Alaska throws out a loose jab but Stepanovich uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alaska slips a straight right by Stepanovich.
Stepanovich lands with a right hand.
Alaska just misses with a punch to the body.
Alaska loads up on a big right hand but Stepanovich slips the punch.
Stepanovich steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alaska.
Olenev Stepanovich seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Alaska connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T2#
Alaska uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Stepanovich.
A big right from Alaska misses.
A little jabbing left from Stepanovich on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Stepanovich does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alaska rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Alaska jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Stepanovich throws a head kick that misses.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stepanovich was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.
Alaska moves away from the strike by Stepanovich.
Alaska takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Stepanovich swings for the body but Alaska moves out of range.
Alaska just misses with a punch to the body.
Stepanovich scores with a jab to the jaw.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stepanovich moves away.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Alaska.#T3#
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stepanovich moves away.
Jab from Alaska.
Alaska misses with a body shot.
Alaska bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Alaska lands a nice looking body shot.
Stepanovich uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
Stepanovich throws a big counter head kick but Alaska avoids it with no problem.
Alaska thows a left - swing and a miss!
Stepanovich throws out a counter right but Alaska avoids it with no problem.
Stepanovich dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Stepanovich throws a nice head kick!
Stepanovich will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Alaska lands with a good body shot.#T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Stepanovich does a little dance to reset his feet.
As Alaska backs off Stepanovich throws a huge counter combo but Alaska manages to avoid it all.
Stepanovich takes one to the chin there.
Alaska is looking to wear down Stepanovich with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stepanovich throws a hook to the side of Alaska's head but Alaska sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Alaska comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Alaska jabs Stepanovich to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Alaska lands a jab to the head.
Stepanovich tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Stepanovich throws a right and a left that both miss.
A quick step to the side and Alaska tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
Alaska takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Alaska throws a hook to the side of Stepanovich's head but Stepanovich sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Stepanovich moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Richie Alaska dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Stepanovich keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Alaska.
Stepanovich avoids the body shot from Alaska.
Stepanovich let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stepanovich moves away.
Stepanovich avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Alaska uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Stepanovich.
Alaska dodges the punch combination from Stepanovich.
Alaska fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alaska misses with a body shot.
Stepanovich is looking for the big counter here.
Stepanovich keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It seemed like Stepanovich was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Alaska uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Stepanovich throws an overhand right that lands on Alaska's shoulder, as Alaska tries to avoid the shot.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Alaska misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stepanovich.
Stepanovich throws out a counter right but Alaska avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Stepanovich walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Alaska scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The fighters circling - Alaska throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Alaska displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Stepanovich throws out the jab.
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Stepanovich is just out of range.
Stepanovich looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Alaska throws a body punch but Stepanovich moves out of range.
Stepanovich uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
A little jabbing left from Stepanovich on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Stepanovich swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A looping hook to the body misses from Stepanovich. Alaska does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alaska uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stepanovich.
Stepanovich ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alaska moves away.
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T2#
Stepanovich on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Alaska just misses with a punch to the body.
Alaska 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.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Stepanovich takes one to the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Stepanovich does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alaska just misses with a punch to the body.
Stepanovich moves forwards but Alaska connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A shot to the body from Alaska misses
and Stepanovich counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Stepanovich misses.
Nice shot by Alaska.
Alaska misses with an uppercut. Stepanovich saw that one coming.#T3#
Alaska ducks under a wild hook from Stepanovich.
Stepanovich misses with a low kick.
Alaska waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Stepanovich.
Alaska scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Stepanovich throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Alaska's head.
Stepanovich with a jab.
A big right from Stepanovich misses.
Stepanovich uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
Stepanovich looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Stepanovich ducks under a wild hook from Alaska.
Alaska misses with an uppercut.
Jab from Stepanovich.
Alaska connects with a jab.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stepanovich was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Stepanovich! But no joy.#T4#
Alaska swings for the body but Stepanovich moves out of range.
Stepanovich throws out a counter right but Alaska avoids it with no problem.
Stepanovich misses with an uppercut. Alaska saw that one coming.
Alaska is looking to counter punch.
Alaska misses the jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stepanovich with a jab.
Alaska misses with a body punch
and Stepanovich counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Stepanovich gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A shot to the liver by Alaska. Beautiful body shot.
A combination from Stepanovich does no damage.
Stepanovich cracks Alaska with an open hand slap.
Alaska throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stepanovich lands with a shot to the body.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 29:28
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Richie Alaska!

Event: SMASH: Prescott vs Benedetti
Date: Feb 11, 2024

#R1#
Con works Alaska's body with a nice hook.
Con slips a straight right by Alaska.
Con throws a body punch but Alaska moves out of range.
Alaska misses with a straight left.
Alaska steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Con.
Alaska swings for the body but Con moves out of range.
Alaska connects with a body shot.
Alaska slips under a jab from Con.
Alaska displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Con throws out the jab.
Alaska fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Con manages to avoid it.
Con lands with a right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Con. Alaska does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alaska swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Alaska waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Con.
Alaska misses the shot to the body.
Alaska stuns Con with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Alaska connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Con lands a nice shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Alaska ducks under a wild hook from Con.
A little jabbing left from Alaska on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Alaska lands with a good body shot.
Alaska connects with a crisp jab.
Con tests Alaska's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
Con lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Con lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Alaska dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Con takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
Con swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alaska works the jab nicely.
Alaska uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Con.
Alaska is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Con with a body shot.
Alaska connects with a crisp jab.
Alaska digs a good body shot into Con's ribs.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Con moves away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Con needs to keep his hands up - Alaska had a free shot at his head there.
Con pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Con swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Alaska lands a lovely overhand right.
Con lunges at Alaska with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Alaska's hand.
Alaska looks to land a right hand but Con moved out of range.#T2#
Alaska takes a swing at Con's ribcage but misses.
Con was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Con looks to land a left hand but Alaska moved out of range nicely.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Con was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.
The fighters circle momentarily. Alaska darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Con uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
Alaska scores with a jab to the jaw.
Alaska misses the shot to the body.
Con rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Alaska moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Alaska keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Con.
Nice defenses there by Alaska.
Alaska is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Con rather than just go for the knockout.
Con misses the shot to the body.
Alaska is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Con had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Alaska takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Alaska has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Con lands with an uppercut that bounces Alaska off the cage and back into range.
Alaska scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Alaska throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Con sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Con throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Con on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A. Mere Con seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Con lands with an overhand left.#T3#
Alaska lands a right hook to the body.
Con throws a hook to the side of Alaska's head but Alaska sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Con lands with a straight right. Alaska didn't see that one coming.
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Con throws a shot from downtown. Alaska moves away and avoids it.
Con lands a nice shot to the body.
Alaska misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Con.
Alaska misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Con.
Con swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alaska throws a body punch but Con moves out of range.
Alaska scores with a shot to the body.
Alaska is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Con.
Alaska throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Con stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Con throws a body punch but Alaska moves out of range.
Alaska throws out a counter right but Con avoids it with no problem.
Alaska looks to land a left hand but Con moved out of range nicely.
Alaska slips under a jab from Con.
Alaska uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Con.
Alaska throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alaska with a jab.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Con lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Alaska misses with an uppercut. Con saw that one coming.
A jab lands there for Alaska.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Con keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Alaska.
A little feinted left hand from Con on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Con keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alaska just misses with a punch to the body.
Alaska walks into a stiff left hand from Con.
Alaska throws out a loose jab but Con uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alaska comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A big right from Con misses.
Alaska throws out a counter right but Con avoids it with no problem.
Alaska takes a swing at Con's ribcage but misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Con moves out of range as Alaska strikes.
Con throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Alaska sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Con ducks right into an uppercut from Alaska.
Alaska fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Con looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Alaska misses with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Richie Alaska dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Alaska cracks a nice hook into Con's ribs.
Con keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Richie Alaska seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Con misses the shot to the body.
Con throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It seemed like Alaska was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Con throws a hook but Alaska avoids it easily.
Con defending well as Alaska loads up on a big left hand.
Con takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Alaska on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The fighters circling - Con throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Alaska has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Alaska throws a lazy right hand but Con sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Con throws a jab when Alaska was well out of range.
Con 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.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Con, as that shot connected.
Con misses the jab.
Alaska changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Alaska ducks under a wild hook from Con.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Con might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Con clobbers Alaska with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Con jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Con takes one to the side of the head. #T1#
Alaska displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Con throws out the jab.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Con was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Con swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Alaska doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Con looks to score with a jab to the body but Alaska is just out of range.
Alaska connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Con's hands.
Alaska cracks a nice hook into Con's ribs.
Con throws a jab but it's blocked by Alaska.
A swing and a miss from Con.
Con takes a swing at Alaska's ribcage but misses.
Con takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A telegraphed right hand from Con misses the target.
Alaska moves away from the strike by Con.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Alaska! But no joy.
Con takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Con swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Alaska connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Alaska lands a slapping body shot.
Alaska looks to land a left hand but Con moved out of range nicely.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alaska defending well as Con loads up on a big left hand.
Con loads up on a big right hand but Alaska slips the punch.
Con moves away from the strike by Alaska.
Con throws a shot to the body.
Con scores with a decent looking hook.
Con lands a jab to the head.
Alaska takes a swing at Con's ribcage but misses.
Con throwing a counter right hand but Alaska manages to avoid it.
Con's corner calls for a 1-2. Con obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Alaska slips a straight right by Con.
Alaska throws a hook to the side of Con's head but Con sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Alaska scores with a nice head shot.
A big left from Con misses.
Con just misses with a punch to the body.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
Con misses with a left hand
and Alaska makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
Alaska swings for the body but Con moves out of range. #T3#
Con doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Con loads up on a big right hand but Alaska slips the punch.
Alaska misses the jab.
Alaska throws a jab when Con was well out of range.
Con blocks a jab.
Con throws out a powerful jab.
Con dips to his left and cracks Alaska with an uppercut!
Alaska misses with a body shot.
A shot to the liver by Alaska. Beautiful body shot.
Alaska throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Good exchange - Con coming out on top.
Alaska uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Con.
Con tests Alaska's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
Alaska swings for the body but Con moves out of range.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Con moves away.
Con misses with a straight right. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alaska takes a swing at Con's ribcage but misses.
Alaska misses with an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Con.
Alaska misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Con on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Alaska misses with a hook to the body
and Alaska takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Con keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Con uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
Alaska has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Alaska rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Con counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Con connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Alaska misses with a jab to the body
enabling Con to counter with a crisp jab.
Alaska displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Con throws out the jab.
Alaska changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Alaska 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Alaska throws a body punch but Con moves out of range.
Alaska slips a jab from Con.
Nice defenses there by Con.
Alaska misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Con connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Alaska scores with a sloppy right hand. Con should have avoided that one.
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 A. Mere Con 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Alaska misses with an uppercut.
Con lands a glancing blow to the side of Alaska's head.
Alaska connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A decent looking cross lands there for Con.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Con moves away.
Alaska jabs Con to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Alaska fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Alaska digs a good hook to Con's body.
Alaska displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Con throws out the jab.
A big left from Alaska misses.
Alaska throws a jab but it's blocked by Con.
Con is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Alaska.
Alaska defending well as Con loads up on a big left hand.
Con lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Con.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alaska throws a body shot but no joy.
Alaska throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alaska misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Con.
Good exchange - Con coming out on top.#T1#
Alaska works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Con throws the left hand but Alaska avoids the punch easily.
Alaska connects with a looping right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Con does a little dance to reset his feet.
Con throws a shot from downtown. Alaska moves away and avoids it.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Con was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Alaska swings for the body but Con moves out of range.
Alaska keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Con.
Con missing with a left hand there. Alaska was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The fighters circling - Con throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Alaska scores with a jab.
Con bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Alaska connects with a jab.
Con is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Alaska misses with a hook.
Con swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alaska moves out of range as Con strikes.
Alaska lands a jab to the head.
Con avoids the body shot from Alaska. #T2#
Con lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Con throws a hook but Alaska blocks it.
Alaska takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A slow jab from Alaska misses its intended target.
Con slips under a jab from Alaska.
Alaska throws out a loose jab but Con uses good head movement to avoid it.
Con steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alaska.
Con throws out a loose jab but Alaska uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alaska uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Con has time to react.
Con missing with a left hand there. Alaska was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Alaska throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Con throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Alaska stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Con takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Alaska slips a straight right by Con.
Con misses with a looping right.
Con misses with a lunging right hand
and Alaska counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Alaska throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Alaska throws a shot from downtown. Con moves away and avoids it.
Con misses the jab.
Con keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alaska walks into a stiff left hand from Con.
Con throws a jab when Alaska was well out of range.
Alaska throws a body punch but Con moves out of range.
It looked like Con wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A big left from Con misses.
Alaska let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Alaska looks to land a left hand but Con moved out of range nicely.
Alaska uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Con.
Con works Alaska's body with a nice hook.
Con throws an off balance right hand
and Con takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Alaska misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Con.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Con does a little dance to reset his feet.
Con misses with a wild body shot.
The fighters circling - Con throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Con moves away.
Alaska throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Con on the side of the head. #T4#
Alaska swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Con listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
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!
Con scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Alaska doesn't seem bothered though.
Alaska throws a body shot but no joy.
Alaska uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Con.
A left and a right from Con both land. Nice combination.
Con misses with an uppercut.
Con misses with a looping right.
Alaska throws out a counter right but Con avoids it with no problem.
Nice straight punches there by Alaska. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Alaska.
A jab from Con misses.
Con throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Alaska sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It seemed like Alaska was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Con throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Alaska sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Alaska paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Alaska throws a looping overhand right but Con ducks down to avoid it.
Alaska lands with a good body shot.
Alaska uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Con.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Con was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Richie Alaska.
Well Alaska 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 Skip Squint scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 29:29
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Richie Alaska!

Event: Nfld live 57
Date: Jan 13, 2024

#R1#
Lynar keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alaska thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big left from Alaska misses.
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Lynar is just out of range.
Lynar is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Alaska with a body shot.
Alaska takes a swing at Lynar's ribcage but misses.
Alaska connects with a nice looking jab.
Alaska fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lynar manages to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Lynar misses.
Alaska throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lynar avoids the body shot from Alaska.
Alaska lands a nice shot to the body. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Lynar. #SUB2#
Lynar thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Alaska tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Lynar just content to control the position.
Alaska manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Alaska trying to hold on to Lynar's head to control him but Lynar postures up.
Alaska manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alaska controlling Lynar's posture.
Lynar wants to control from the top but Alaska keeps moving.
Lynar advances position into side control!
Alaska sneaks back into half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Lynar is working for a kimura but Alaska is defending it quite comfortably.
Alaska is looking to control Lynar's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Alaska avoid being mounted?
Alaska keeping control of the position.
Lynar working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Alaska's thigh. Alaska counters though and makes it back to full guard. #SUB#
Alaska is looking for a triangle but Lynar pushes his legs off easily. #T3#
Lynar trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lynar trying to control but Alaska is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Alaska is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Alaska is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lynar defends well.
Lynar wants to pass the guard but Alaska is keeping the position.
Alaska trying to control the position. #SUB#
Lynar got a little sloppy there for a moment and Alaska has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lynar has managed to get both his arms back between Alaska's legs - danger averted.
Alaska keeping moving, preventing Lynar from controlling successfully. #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.
Lynar is pushing down on Alaska's leg trying to pass to half guard. Alaska is fighting to maintain full guard but Lynar has managed to sneak the leg through.
Alaska keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Lynar passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Alaska!
Lynar wants to control the pace but Alaska is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Lynar jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Alaska is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Alaska and Lynar has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Alaska regains half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Richie Alaska will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Lynar misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Alaska throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Alaska misses with a hook.
Alaska is looking to wear down Lynar with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#TD2#
Lynar dives in and scores a takedown into Alaska's guard.#SUB#
Alaska throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Alaska seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Lynar passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Lynar is trying to get an arm triangle but Alaska is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alaska prevents Lynar from improving position.
Sebastion Lynar has got the better of the ground game so far.
Alaska tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1##SUB2#
Lynar is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Alaska has escaped the position, nice work there.
You can see the frustration on Alaska's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Alaska tries to buck Lynar off but Lynar is having none of it.
Alaska manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Lynar wants to lay and pray for a moment but Alaska keeps working.
Alaska is trying to control but can't.
Alaska wants to improve his position but Lynar is controlling well. #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.#SUB2#
Lynar is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Alaska sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Alaska manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Alaska looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Alaska is trying to keep Lynar in close. #SUB#
Alaska looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Alaska looking to control.
Lynar controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lynar trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lynar sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3#
Lynar wants to control from the top but Alaska keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A left lands for Alaska.
Alaska scores with a sloppy right hand. Lynar should have avoided that one.
Lynar lands a jab to the nose.#TD2#
Alaska gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Lynar slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Alaska tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lynar trying to control the position from guard on top but Alaska is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4##SUB#
Alaska is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lynar is aware though and is defending well.
Alaska controls Lynar momentarily but Lynar frees himself.
Lynar advances to half guard.
Alaska slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Alaska looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lynar passes Alaska's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Lynar is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Lynar is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Alaska has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Lynar has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Alaska defend it? Lynar steps over the head and cranks it - Alaska is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Lynar!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sebastion Lynar!
Sebastion Lynar 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: Nfld xmas special
Date: Dec 28, 2023

#R1#
Knox with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Knox moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Alaska lands a nice shot to the body.
Knox moves out of range as Alaska strikes.
Alaska misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Knox.
Knox takes a swing at Alaska's ribcage but misses.
Alaska throws a body shot but no joy.
Alaska fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Alaska pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Knox seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Knox throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
Alaska connects with a nice looking jab.
Alaska circles away from the clinch attempt
and Alaska counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T1##CL#
Knox moves into the clinch successfully. #TD#
Knox ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Knox no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Knox looking for a sweep. Not yet Knox, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alaska pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Knox is keeping the position for now.
Knox keeping moving, preventing Alaska from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Knox has an active guard here but Alaska has managed to pass into half guard.
Alaska is thwarting Knox's attempts to control the position.
Knox is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alaska is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Knox!
Alaska avoids the attempt from Knox to control.
Alaska forces the positional change into back control. #SUB2#
Alaska tightening his grip on Knox, looking for the choke.
Knox is keeping busy. #T3#
Knox trying to control the position but Alaska manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB2#
Alaska has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Knox looking very determined here, making life difficult for Alaska. #SUB2#
Alaska has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Knox has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Alaska is hanging on to Knox's back as he tries to escape. #SUB2#
Alaska is persistently looking for the submission but Knox is defending it well. #T4##SUB2#
Alaska is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Knox knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Knox for a finish. #SUB2#
Alaska is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #SUB2#
Alaska is looking for the choke from the back position but Knox is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Alaska is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Knox is defending well though. Alaska let's go of the attempt for now.
Knox is really stuck here.
Alaska trying to control momentarily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Richie Alaska dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Knox moves away.
Knox avoids the body shot from Alaska.
Alaska dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Alaska throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Knox wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Alaska has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Alaska misses the shot to the body.
Knox misses with a wild body shot.
Knox on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Knox throws a sloppy head kick and Alaska moves out of range easily.
Knox tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alaska thuds a left hand into Knox's body.
Alaska wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Knox takes a swing at Alaska's ribcage but misses.
Alaska throws a body punch but Knox moves out of range. #T1#
Knox uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Alaska.
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Knox wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Alaska misses with a straight left.
The fight stays on the outside here - Knox looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Alaska! But no joy.
Alaska throws a body punch but Knox moves out of range.
Knox tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Alaska paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Alaska throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Knox was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Alaska.
Alaska scores with a body shot.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knox was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Knox moves away.
A big right from Alaska misses.
Alaska just misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Alaska takes a swing at Knox's ribcage but misses.
Knox uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
Knox appears to be looking for a big counter.
Alaska throws a shot from downtown. Knox moves away and avoids it.
Alaska fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Knox avoids the body shot from Alaska.
Knox wants to clinch.
Alaska misses with a hook to the body
and Knox counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Knox moves in looking to clinch but Alaska pushes him off.
A little jabbing left from Alaska on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Alaska changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Alaska lands with a nice body punch.
Alaska is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Knox rather than just go for the knockout.#T3#
Alaska lands a jab to the nose.
Knox takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Knox avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Alaska misses the jab.
Richie Alaska seems to be getting the better of the standup.
No joy there for Knox, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Knox tries to clinch up.
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Knox is just out of range.
Alaska misses the shot to the body.
Knox tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Alaska manages to circle out of the way.
Knox takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Alaska 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.
Alaska lands an overhand right.
Knox avoids the body shot from Alaska.
Knox on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T4#
Alaska scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alaska misses with a body shot.
Nice cross by Alaska.
Alaska lands a nice hook to Knox's body. Knox takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL#
Knox gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Knox decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Knox working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Alaska has passed into half guard!
Knox trying to control from the bottom.
Knox is looking to get back to full guard here but Alaska has managed to pass to side control instead.
Knox stops Alaska from passing to mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Richie Alaska 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! This is the final round!#R3#
Alaska digs a good hook to Knox's body.
Alaska takes a swing at Knox's ribcage but misses.
Knox takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Knox fails with an attempt to clinch.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Alaska swings for the body but Knox moves out of range.
Knox keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alaska thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knox tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Alaska paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Knox keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alaska scores with a jab to the head.
Alaska fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Knox manages to avoid it.#T1#
Alaska slips under a jab.
A nice side step and Alaska releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Knox scores with the left hand. Alaska knows he should have avoided that one.
Knox misses with a wild combination.
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Alaska looks to move away, Knox throws a big counter combo but Alaska just gets out of the way.
Some wild striking there from Knox.
Alaska fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Knox looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knox was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.
Alaska jabs at Knox's body.
Alaska comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T2#
Alaska connects with a single shot there.
Knox throws a head kick that half lands.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knox was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.
It looked like Knox wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Knox is looking to clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Knox uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
As Alaska tries to get set, Knox tries to push him back and clinch up but Alaska manages to avoid the attempt.
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Knox is just out of range.
Knox quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Alaska misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Knox.
A swing and a miss from Alaska.
Alaska circles away from the clinch attempt
letting Alaska counter with a right hand.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knox was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.#T3#
Alaska misses with a body shot.
As Alaska tries to get set, Knox tries to push him back and clinch up but Alaska manages to avoid the attempt.
Alaska throws an overhand right that lands on Knox's shoulder, as Knox tries to avoid the shot.
Knox seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Knox misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Alaska lands a right hook to the body.
Knox tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Alaska lands a slapping body shot.
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Knox is just out of range.
Knox fails in his attempt to clinch.
Alaska works Knox's body with a nice hook.
Knox fails in his attempt to clinch.
Alaska looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Knox does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alaska lands a nice shot that snaps Knox's head back. #T4#
Alaska throws out a loose jab but Knox uses good head movement to avoid it.
A jab from Alaska finds it's way through Knox's defenses.
Alaska scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Alaska scores with a sloppy right hand. Knox should have avoided that one.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Knox takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Alaska connects with the punch.
Aramis Knox has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
A quick step to the side and Knox tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alaska lands a nice hook to Knox's body. Knox takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Knox moves away.
Knox seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Knox connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Knox takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Richie Alaska is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Knox throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Alaska counters with a stiff right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Richie Alaska comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Alaska 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Richie Alaska!

Event: Nfld FN 51
Date: Dec 07, 2023

#R1#
Alaska throws a body punch but Vartanein moves out of range.
Alaska scores with a nice strike.
Alaska scores with a punch to the head.
Alaska misses with a hook.
Vartanein ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alaska moves away.
Alaska cracks Vartanein with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Alaska thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vartanein displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Alaska throws out the jab.
Nice defenses there by Alaska.
Vartanein ducks under a wild hook from Alaska.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Alaska fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Vartanein looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Vartanein pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Alaska slips a jab from Vartanein.
Alaska cracks Vartanein with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Alaska lands a body shot.
Vartanein really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd cheers as Alaska lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vartanein doesn't seem phased though.
Vartanein goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jab by Alaska.
Alaska misses the jab.
Vartanein blocks a jab.
Alaska scores with a body shot. #T1#
Alaska misses with a hook to the body
and Vartanein counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Alaska throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Alaska uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vartanein.
Vartanein swings for the body but Alaska moves out of range.
Vartanein swings for the body but Alaska moves out of range.
A jab from Alaska misses.
Vartanein slips under a jab.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
Vartanein uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Alaska.
Alaska lands a slapping body shot.
Alaska swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vartanein misses with a body shot.
Alaska thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vartanein misses with a hook.
Alaska throws a jab but it's blocked by Vartanein.
Vartanein cracks Alaska with a right hand to the side of the head.
Alaska fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vartanein manages to avoid it.#T2#
Alaska pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vartanein lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Alaska missing with a left hand there. Vartanein was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vartanein getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Vartanein ducks under a wild hook from Alaska.
Vartanein swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Vartanein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vartanein scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Alaska doesn't seem bothered though.
Alaska takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Good exchange - Vartanein coming out on top.
Alaska digs a good hook to Vartanein's body.
Vartanein uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
Vartanein takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Vartanein looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Vartanein jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vartanein misses with an uppercut.
Alaska throws out a counter right but Vartanein avoids it with no problem.
Alaska tries to clinch up.
Vartanein throws a sloppy head kick and Alaska moves out of range easily.
Vartanein swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It seemed like Alaska was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Vartanein misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alaska.
A swing and a miss from Alaska.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Alaska.
Vartanein misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alaska.
Vartanein with a nice calf kick.
Vartanein lands with a hook. Alaska tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Alaska is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vartanein.
Alaska with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Vartanein to score with a decent uppercut.
Alaska fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vartanein manages to avoid it.
Vartanein paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Alaska just misses with a punch to the body.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vartanein was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.
Alaska moves out of range as Vartanein strikes.
A jab from Vartanein finds it's way through Alaska's defenses.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vartanein moves away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vartanein looks to land a right hand but Alaska moved out of range.
Vartanein misses the jab.
A big right from Alaska misses.
Vartanein looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Alaska walks into a stiff left hand from Vartanein.#T4#
Vartanein lands a nice shot to the body.
Vartanein looks to score with a jab to the body but Alaska is just out of range.
Vartanein moves out of range as Alaska strikes.
Nice straight punches there by Alaska. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Alaska.
Vartanein ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alaska moves away.
Alaska misses with an uppercut.
Alaska digs a good hook to Vartanein's body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vartanein. Alaska does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alaska misses the shot to the body.
Alaska throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And Vartanein counters with a quick kick to the body but Alaska blocks it.
Alaska avoids the body shot from Vartanein.
Alaska bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Vartanein's head.
Alaska throws an overhand right that lands on Vartanein's shoulder, as Vartanein tries to avoid the shot.
Vartanein gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Alaska throws a body shot but no joy.
Alaska fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A cross from Alaska lands.
Vartanein shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Richie Alaska 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#
Alaska throws a hook to the side of Vartanein's head but Vartanein sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vartanein moves out of range of the strikes.
Alaska ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vartanein swings for the body but Alaska moves out of range.
Vartanein misses with a hook.
Alaska jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Vartanein throws the left hand but Alaska avoids the punch easily.
Alaska let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Alaska lands a nice hook to Vartanein's body. Vartanein takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Alaska lands with a straight right. Vartanein didn't see that one coming.
Alaska has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Alaska stuns Vartanein with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A shot to the liver by Alaska. Beautiful body shot.
Alaska lands with a straight right. Vartanein didn't see that one coming.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Vartanein might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Vartanein lands a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alaska throws a jab when Vartanein was well out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Vartanein misses the target.
Alaska pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It looked like Vartanein was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Alaska.
Vartanein uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Alaska.
Vartanein cracks Alaska with a right hand to the side of the head.
Vartanein takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Alaska getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T1#
Alaska uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vartanein.
Alaska connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Richie Alaska seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vartanein was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.
Vartanein lands a slapping body shot.
Vartanein digs a good body shot into Alaska's ribs.
Alaska misses with a body shot.
Vartanein tried to counter with a leg kick but Alaska avoided it.
Alaska staying out of range there.
Alaska dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vartanein lands a nice hook to Alaska's body. Alaska takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Vartanein takes a swing at Alaska's ribcage but misses.
Alaska uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vartanein.
Vartanein lands with a good body shot.
Alaska cracks Vartanein with a right hand to the side of the head.
Alaska 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!
Alaska throws the left hand but Vartanein avoids the punch easily.
Alaska moves out of range of the strikes.
Vartanein lands an overhand right.
Vartanein moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Alaska throws a shot to the body. #T2#
Vartanein takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Alaska throws a shot from downtown. Vartanein moves away and avoids it.
Alaska ducks under a wild hook from Vartanein.
Alaska swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vartanein was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.
A telegraphed right hand from Vartanein misses the target.
Vartanein misses with a hook.
Vartanein uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
Vartanein scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Alaska doesn't seem bothered though.
Vartanein connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Alaska misses the jab.
Vartanein swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vartanein takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Alaska uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vartanein.
Alaska tries to move into range but Vartanein moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Vartanein swats away the attempt to clinch by Alaska.
Vartanein digs a good hook to Alaska's body. #T3#
Vartanein works Alaska's body with a nice hook.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vartanein moves away.
Alaska walks into a straight right hand from Vartanein.
Vartanein uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Alaska.
Alaska keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vartanein.
Vartanein misses the shot to the body.
Vartanein looks to score with a jab to the body but Alaska is just out of range.
Vartanein throws a body shot but no joy.
Alaska misses with a body shot.
Alaska throws a jab when Vartanein was well out of range.
Vartanein works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Vartanein keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Vartanein takes a swing at Alaska's ribcage but misses.
Vartanein slips under a jab.
Alaska swings for the body but Vartanein moves out of range.
Alaska connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Vartanein momentarily.
Alaska avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Alaska takes one to the chin there.#T4#
Alaska on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Alaska throws a predictable looking body shot
and Vartanein counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC#Alaska is rocked!
Alaska has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Vartanein avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Alaska uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vartanein.
Alaska misses with a straight right.
Vartanein throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Alaska sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vartanein takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Alaska is still on wobbly legs! Can Vartanein finish him?
Alaska walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Vartanein takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Alaska cracks Vartanein with a right hand to the side of the head.
Alaska misses with a looping right.
Vartanein dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Alaska swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Alaska misses with an uppercut.
Alaska on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A big left from Alaska misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vartanein ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vartanein looks to score with a jab to the body but Alaska is just out of range.
Alaska throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vartanein sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vartanein was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nice defenses there by Vartanein.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
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 Romega Vartanein will probably get the nod.
That's time! Vartanein'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#
Alaska lands with an uppercut that bounces Vartanein off the cage and back into range.
Vartanein throws an overhand right that lands on Alaska's shoulder, as Alaska tries to avoid the shot.
Alaska takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Alaska seems to have recovered his senses.
Vartanein keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Alaska fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vartanein manages to avoid it.
Vartanein jabs Alaska to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Alaska scores with a nice head shot.
Vartanein swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vartanein misses with a wild body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Alaska! But no joy.
Vartanein misses with a looping right.
Alaska tries to clinch up.
An attempted straight right counter from Vartanein misses the target.
Alaska looks to land a right hand but Vartanein moved out of range.
Vartanein throwing a counter right hand but Alaska manages to avoid it.
Vartanein throws a hook but Alaska blocks it.
Alaska throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Alaska takes a swing at Vartanein's ribcage but misses.
Alaska walks into a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vartanein swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Vartanein just misses with a punch to the body.
Alaska throws the left hand but Vartanein avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Alaska lands with a straight right. Vartanein didn't see that one coming.
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Alaska.
Vartanein swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Alaska throws the left hand but Vartanein avoids the punch easily.
Vartanein misses the jab.
Alaska swings for the body but Vartanein moves out of range.
Vartanein misses the jab.
Alaska swings for the body but Vartanein moves out of range.
Vartanein uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
Alaska throws a jab but it's blocked by Vartanein.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vartanein. Alaska does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vartanein moves away.
An attempted straight right counter from Vartanein misses the target.
Alaska ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Vartanein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vartanein swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alaska misses with a lunging right hand
and Vartanein counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Alaska throws the left hand but Vartanein avoids the punch easily.
Alaska takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alaska misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vartanein.
Alaska swings widly with a right hand
and Vartanein counters with a nice body shot.
Alaska takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vartanein slips under a jab from Alaska.
Vartanein connects with a body shot that sends Alaska's belly button to the back.
Vartanein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vartanein ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Alaska ducks under a wild hook from Vartanein.
Alaska with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Vartanein ducks under a wild hook from Alaska.
Vartanein throwing a counter right hand but Alaska manages to avoid it.
Vartanein lands an overhand right.
A decent looking cross lands there for Vartanein.
Alaska doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Vartanein cracks Alaska with a hook to the temple - Alaska is on wobbly legs here! Vartanein swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Alaska falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Vartanein wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Romega Vartanein!
Romega Vartanein thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Nfld FN 50
Date: Nov 16, 2023

#R1#
Alaska connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Knox doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Alaska looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Alaska forces Knox back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Knox manages to break the clinch.
Alaska wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Alaska dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Alaska keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by Knox.
Alaska tries to clinch but Knox moves out of range.
Alaska misses with a body shot.
Nice defenses there by Knox.
A big right from Alaska misses.
Despite the aggression on Knox's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Alaska's jab looks to have found its range, popping Knox under the eye.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alaska misses with a straight left.
Knox takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Alaska throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Knox swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Alaska is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Knox.
Knox falls off balance throwing a combination
and Alaska counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Alaska moves to clinch but Knox breaks away
letting Knox counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Knox rushes Alaska and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Alaska has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Knox uses from the top position.
Alaska wants to sweep here but Knox controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Alaska looking for a guillotine here but Knox defends easily. #SUB#
Alaska is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Knox is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Alaska avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Knox is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Alaska lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Knox pulls Alaska in close to prevent any damage.
Alaska looking to pass the guard.
Knox trying to keep a closed guard but Alaska is proving a slippery customer.
Knox keeping moving, preventing Alaska from controlling successfully. #T3#
Alaska pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Knox is keeping the position for now.
Alaska wants to control from the top but Knox keeps moving. #SUB#
Alaska drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Knox dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Knox throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Knox is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Knox drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Alaska dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Knox working for submissions but it's allowed Alaska to get to half guard. #T4##SUB#
Alaska is working for a kimura but Knox is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Alaska is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Knox moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Knox not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Richie Alaska dominated that round.
That's time! Alaska's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Alaska scores with a jab.
Alaska tries to clinch up but Knox circles away and keeps his distance.
Knox tries a quick counter leg kick but Alaska is wise to it.#CL#
Alaska has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Knox manages to break the clinch.
Alaska throws a big shot that misses.
Knox tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Alaska paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Alaska connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knox was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.
Alaska lands with a cross. #CL#
Alaska forces Knox back against the cage and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alaska lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Alaska dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Alaska fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Knox makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Knox breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Alaska moves out of range of the body kick.
Knox takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Alaska tries to clinch but Knox is having none of it.
Alaska misses with an uppercut
and Knox counters with a straight right hand.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Knox moves away.
Knox looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Alaska throws a hook to the side of Knox's head but Knox sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Knox tries to clinch up but Alaska circles away and keeps his distance.
Alaska scores with a nice head shot.
Alaska connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Alaska tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Knox paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Knox wants to counter the offense by Alaska and move into the clinch position.
Alaska works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Knox takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Alaska misses with a body shot.
Knox takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T2#
Alaska throws a jab when Knox was well out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Knox circles away from the clinch attempt.
A jab from Alaska misses.
Knox misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alaska.
Alaska appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Alaska tries to close the distance and clinch up but Knox swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Knox is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#CL#
Alaska clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Knox escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Knox avoids the body shot from Alaska.
Alaska bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Knox's head.
Knox loads up on a big right hand but Alaska slips the punch.
Knox takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Alaska throws an off balance right hand
and Knox counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Knox attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Alaska lands a nice looking body shot.
Richie Alaska seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Alaska comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Alaska.
Knox takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Knox throws a right and a left that both miss.
Alaska stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Alaska throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Knox sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Knox is looking for the big counter here.
Knox looks to land a body kick but Alaska moved away.
A shot to the liver by Alaska. Beautiful body shot.
Alaska swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Knox counter with a right hand.
Alaska just misses with a punch to the body.
Knox thuds a left hand into Alaska's body.
Alaska lands with a hook. Knox tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Alaska is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Knox can do to turn this around?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Knox scores with a nice head shot.#T4#
Knox looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A big right from Alaska misses.
Alaska connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Knox avoids the body shot from Alaska.
Nice uppercut there from Alaska.
Alaska wants to clinch.
Richie Alaska is winning the standup battle so far.
Alaska misses with a looping left.
Alaska throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Knox needs to keep his hands up - Alaska had a free shot at his head there.#CL2#
Knox has Alaska up against the cage in a clinch.
A short left from Knox.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Richie Alaska dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. 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#
Alaska throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Knox doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Knox tries to move into range but Alaska moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Alaska digs a good hook to Knox's body.
Alaska misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Knox.
Alaska sets himself, and Knox steps forward looking for the clinch! Alaska avoids it this time.#CL2#
Knox rushes Alaska and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Knox cracks Alaska with a nice body shot.
Alaska managing to block the knees to the body from Knox. #BC2#
Knox breaks the clinch.
Knox thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Alaska if he has to take too many more of those. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knox scores with a shoulder strike.
Alaska fails to pull guard.
Alaska is trying to maintain a safe position but Knox gets an underhook and turns Alaska into the cage.
Alaska is trying to pull guard but Knox turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC2#
Knox's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Alaska ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Knox ducks under a wild hook from Alaska.
Knox lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Alaska dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Knox closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Knox breaks from the clinch.
Knox keeps the fight on the outside.
Alaska bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Knox's head.
Alaska swings for the body but Knox moves out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Alaska.
Alaska punishes Knox's body with a nice straight punch.
Knox has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Alaska is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Knox.
Knox with the counter takedown but Alaska avoids it easily.
Knox moves to clinch but Alaska breaks away
and Alaska counters with a stiff right hand.
Alaska connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Knox momentarily.
Richie Alaska is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Alaska scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Alaska throws a sloppy body shot
and Knox counters with an inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Alaska misses with a hook to the body
and Knox counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Alaska pushes Knox up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Knox pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Knox works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Aramis Knox is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Knox does a little dance to reset his feet.
Knox lands a jab-cross combination.
Alaska misses the jab.
Knox flicks out a counter leg kick but Alaska steps away.
Alaska tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Knox paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Alaska jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Knox tries to counter by closing the distance.
Knox takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A telegraphed right hand from Alaska misses the target.
Knox lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T3#
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Knox takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Alaska moves out of range of the body kick from Knox.
Knox misses with a kick to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Alaska on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Alaska throws a right hand that misses
and Knox counters with a one-two to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Knox. Alaska does a little dance to reset his feet.
Knox wants to clinch.
Knox lands a two punch combo.
Alaska throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Alaska keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #KD2#
Knox drops Alaska with a right and a left! Knox comes rushing in but Alaska regains his composure and manages to keep Knox in guard. #ROC2#Alaska is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Knox with a nice head shot there.
Oh Alaska is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Knox distracts Alaska with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Knox postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Alaska covers up, he's hurt! Knox keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Knox and the ref steps in to end the fight! Knox can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aramis Knox!
Aramis Knox made sure to mention his sponsor, JUICED Clothing in his post fight interview.

Event: Nfld 40
Date: Oct 21, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Skystalker takes the fight into the clinch.
Alaska takes a shot to the head.
Skystalker lands a shoulder strike.
Skystalker lands an uppercut.
Skystalker lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Alaska.
Alaska jumps guard but Skystalker turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Skystalker lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #TD#
Alaska pulls guard.
Skystalker trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Skystalker passes Alaska's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Alaska tries to get to full guard but Skystalker has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Skystalker is looking for a kimura here.
Alaska wants to improve his position but Skystalker is controlling well. #SUB2#
Skystalker is trying to work for a kimura but Alaska is defending well. #T1##SUB#
Alaska looking for submissions off his back.
Skystalker wants to pass the guard but Alaska is defending well. #SUB2#
Skystalker is looking for a kimura but Alaska is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Skystalker to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Skystalker is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Alaska doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Skystalker.
Skystalker thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Alaska's head. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Alaska regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Skystalker avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Skystalker throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Skystalker trying to control but Alaska is working from the bottom.
Skystalker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Alaska is keeping the position for now.
Alaska will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Alaska keeping moving, preventing Skystalker from controlling successfully.
Skystalker is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Skystalker slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Alaska has his feet on Skystalker's thighs here. He's pushed Skystalker off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Skystalker screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Richie Alaska!

Event: Nfld liive 45
Date: Sep 23, 2023

#R1#
Alaska steps to the side to avoid the strikes from OByrne.
Alaska let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Alaska 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.
OByrne looks to land a right hand but Alaska moved out of range.
Alaska tries to close the distance and clinch but OByrne swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jab by Alaska.#CUT2#It looks like Joseph OByrne has been cut.
OByrne has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gorilla Gym in the buildup to the fight.
OByrne swats away the attempt to clinch by Alaska.
A counter left hand to the body from OByrne misses its target.
Alaska lands a straight punch to the body, keeping OByrne at a distance.
Richie Alaska seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab lands there for Alaska.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alaska throws an uppercut from half a mile away. OByrne sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Alaska lands with a cross.
OByrne takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A combination from OByrne does no damage. #T1#
Alaska tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. OByrne manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Alaska connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed OByrne momentarily.
Alaska throws a shot to the body.
Alaska keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alaska scores with a jab to the jaw.
Alaska blocks a head kick by OByrne.
A head kick misses from OByrne.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
OByrne throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Alaska throws a poor cross that misses
and OByrne counters with a nice uppercut.
Alaska lands a straight punch to the body, keeping OByrne at a distance. #T2#
OByrne throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Alaska.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice uppercut there from Alaska.
OByrne circles away from the clinch attempt.
Alaska throws a jab but it's blocked by OByrne.
Alaska swings and misses with a shot to the body
and OByrne counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
OByrne fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
OByrne avoids the body shot from Alaska.
Alaska wants to clinch
and OByrne cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Alaska tries to clinch but fails miserably
and OByrne counters with a lovely straight right hand!
OByrne walks into a left hand.
Alaska misses the jab.#T3#
Alaska fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. OByrne looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Alaska misses the shot to the body.
OByrne looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Alaska misses with a body shot.
As Alaska looks to move away, OByrne throws a big counter combo but Alaska just gets out of the way.
Alaska uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before OByrne has time to react.#ROC2#OByrne is rocked!
Jab by Alaska.
Oh OByrne is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Alaska throws an off balance right hand
and OByrne connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#KD2#
Alaska drops OByrne with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but OByrne looks back up at him and smiles so Alaska waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alaska throws a shot to the body.
Alaska connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks OByrne out cold! This one is over in a flash!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Richie Alaska!

Event: Nfld live 42
Date: Aug 26, 2023

#R1#
Skystalker uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Alaska.
Skystalker keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Skystalker fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Alaska, pushing him back against the cage.
Alaska tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A right hook to the body lands for Skystalker. #TD2#
Skystalker manages to pull guard.
Skystalker controls Alaska momentarily but Alaska frees himself.
Alaska looking to pass the guard.
Skystalker is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Alaska trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skystalker trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Alaska got a little sloppy there for a moment and Skystalker has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Alaska has managed to get both his arms back between Skystalker's legs - danger averted.
Alaska stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Skystalker swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1##SUB2#
Skystalker is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Alaska defends well.
Alaska wants to pass the guard but Skystalker is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Skystalker is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Skystalker tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Alaska will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Skystalker bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Alaska's guard. #REVB#
Skystalker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Alaska swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Skystalker trying to control the position from guard on top but Alaska is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Skystalker postures up.
Skystalker looking to pass the guard.
Skystalker stopping the sweep attempt from Alaska.
Skystalker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Alaska is keeping the position for now.
Alaska wants to sweep but no luck.
Skystalker wants to pass the guard but Alaska is keeping the position.
Skystalker working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Alaska's head.
Skystalker loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Alaska escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Skystalker gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Alaska is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3##SUB#
Alaska has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Skystalker can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Skystalker loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Skystalker must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Skystalker trying to control the position from guard on top but Alaska is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alaska 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.
Skystalker wants to control from the top but Alaska keeps moving.
Alaska is trying to keep Skystalker in close.
Skystalker trying to control the position from guard on top but Alaska is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Alaska looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Skystalker trying to control the position from guard on top but Alaska is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Skystalker throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Alaska throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Skystalker controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Skystalker throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Alaska throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anni Skystalker dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Skystalker shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Alaska napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Skystalker is looking to take a break and control but Alaska is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Skystalker is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Alaska has escaped the position, nice work there.
Skystalker wants to lay and pray for a moment but Alaska keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alaska tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Skystalker wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Alaska, who protects the arm well.
Alaska can't do much from the bottom here. #T1##SUB2#
Skystalker tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Skystalker is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Alaska has escaped the position, nice work there.
Alaska gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Alaska is defending against the submission attempts here by Skystalker.
Alaska is looking for a sweep. Skystalker is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Alaska trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Skystalker is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Alaska doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Skystalker. #SUB2#
Skystalker is looking for a kimura but Alaska is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Skystalker to get the leverage.
Alaska tries to get to full guard but Skystalker has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Skystalker is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Skystalker seems to be working for a kimura but Alaska defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Skystalker is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Alaska is just riding it out for now. Skystalker eventually gives up the hold. #T3#
Alaska has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Skystalker is working away from the top position though.
Skystalker passes to side control.
Anni Skystalker has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sloppy strikes there by Skystalker.#SUB2#
Skystalker wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Alaska, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Skystalker is trying to get an arm triangle but Alaska is defending well. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Skystalker tries for a kimura but Alaska is defending well. #SUB2#
Skystalker is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Alaska has escaped the position, nice work there.
Alaska is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Skystalker is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Alaska is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Alaska tries to bench press Skystalker off him but Skystalker keeps the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Alaska can't do much from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anni Skystalker 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#
Alaska tries to close the distance and clinch but Skystalker swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A big right from Alaska misses.
Skystalker throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Skystalker throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The fight stays on the outside here - Alaska looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Alaska misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Skystalker.
Skystalker lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Alaska circles away quickly and effectively.#TD2#
Skystalker looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Alaska is looking for a sweep. Skystalker is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Alaska looking for submissions off his back.#T1##SUB2#
Skystalker is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Skystalker is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Alaska has managed to free his arm - good work.
Skystalker sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Alaska defending well though.
Skystalker passes to side control. #SUB2#
Skystalker has hold of Alaska's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Alaska seems comfortable defending it but Skystalker has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Alaska is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Alaska is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Skystalker couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anni Skystalker!
Anni Skystalker 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: SMASH: Dennison vs Bartz
Date: Jul 29, 2023

#R1#
Alaska takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Alaska defending well as Egyptian loads up on a big left hand.
Egyptian fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Egyptian lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Alaska throws a big shot that misses.
Egyptian swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Alaska is looking to counter punch.
Alaska walks into a straight right hand from Egyptian.
Egyptian fails to land with a series of punches.
Egyptian cracks Alaska with an open hand slap.
Egyptian getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Egyptian clobbers Alaska with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #ROC2#Alaska is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alaska moves out of range as Egyptian strikes.
Oh Alaska is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Alaska connects with a looping right hand.
Alaska seems to have got his legs back now.
Egyptian moves out of range of the strikes.
Egyptian works Alaska's body with a nice hook.
Egyptian scores with a leg kick.
Egyptian misses with a straight right.
Egyptian scores with a crisp jab that stopped Alaska in his tracks.
Alaska doesn't manage to clinch there - Egyptian circles away.
A nice side step and Egyptian releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Osiris Egyptian seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Egyptian uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Alaska.
Egyptian misses with a body shot. #T1#
Egyptian avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Egyptian scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Alaska clinches up with Egyptian and pushes him back against the cage.
Egyptian pushes off an throws an elbow but Alaska leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Alaska tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A hook to the body from Egyptian.
Alaska jumps guard but Egyptian turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A head punch on the inside from Alaska fails to land.
Alaska lands with a short shot to the head.
Egyptian has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Egyptian lands with a left to the head.
A short uppercut from Egyptian.
Egyptian lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Alaska backwards.
Egyptian scores with an uppercut up the middle.#TD#
Alaska drags the fight down to the ground.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Alaska has an active guard here but Egyptian has managed to pass into half guard.
Egyptian has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Trials Of Fortitude. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Egyptian tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Alaska. #T2#
Alaska is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Egyptian's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Egyptian's back!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Egyptian wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Alaska has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Egyptian has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Egyptian looking very determined here, making life difficult for Alaska. #T3##SUB#
Egyptian showing good submission defense here. #SUB#
Alaska is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Egyptian has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Alaska is not going to allow Egyptian to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Alaska looking for the RNC.
Egyptian is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Alaska wants to control but Egyptian manages to buck him off and is now in Alaska's guard! Nice work there by Egyptian!
Egyptian is looking to stand up but Alaska won't let him. #SUB#
Alaska is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Egyptian has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Alaska is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Alaska working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Egyptian doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Alaska is tightening it up a little... Egyptian has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Egyptian reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Egyptian taps out! Nice BJJ there by Alaska!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Richie Alaska!

Event: SMASH: Frewin vs Nacimento 3
Date: Jun 18, 2023

#R1#
Alaska's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bonifacio connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Alaska scrambles back to his feet.
Bonifacio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alaska closes the distance but Bonifacio moves to the side
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Alaska tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bonifacio needs to keep his hands up - Alaska had a free shot at his head there.
Alaska misses with a lunging right hand
and Bonifacio counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Alaska misses with a right hand
and Alaska takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Alaska on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Bonifacio fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Alaska manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Alaska closes the distance and pushes Bonifacio back into the cage.
Bonifacio lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Alaska lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bonifacio backwards.
Alaska misses with a punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Bonifacio as the two fighters clinch.
Alaska jumps guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Alaska fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T1#
Alaska tries to pull guard but Bonifacio holds him up against the cage and eventually Alaska drops back down to his feet.
Bonifacio works on Alaska's body with a couple of short punches.
Still in the clinch, Bonifacio scores with a nice short uppercut.
Alaska wants to stall.
Alaska stalling in the clinch but Bonifacio improves position.
Alaska seems frustrated at his inability to get double underhooks.
Bonifacio misses with a punch to the body.
Alaska looking to slow down the pace here.
A nice left hand lands by Alaska.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Alaska - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Richie Alaska.
Alaska fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bonifacio manages to avoid it.
Bonifacio is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Alaska.
Bonifacio ducks right into an uppercut from Alaska.
The crowd cheers as Bonifacio lands an impressive looking overhand right. Alaska doesn't seem phased though.#T2##CL#
Bonifacio rushes Alaska and presses him up against the cage.
Bonifacio softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bonifacio stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bonifacio lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bonifacio lands a hook that snaps the head of Alaska backwards.
Alaska prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .
Alaska is trying to pull guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Luigi Bonifacio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Richie Alaska.
Bonifacio works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bonifacio blocking some punches.
Alaska tries to pull guard but Bonifacio holds him up against the cage and eventually Alaska drops back down to his feet.
Alaska tries to pull guard but Bonifacio forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Alaska tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bonifacio just stands there and leans against the cage.
Alaska looking to stall.
Bonifacio pushes Alaska back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bonifacio struggles to land a body shot inside as Alaska controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Bonifacio - that landed with a thud. #T3#
Bonifacio scores with a shot to the side of Alaska's head.
Alaska is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Alaska misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bonifacio is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio is stalling here.
Alaska fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Bonifacio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Alaska's elbow.
Bonifacio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Alaska prevents a body shot from Bonifacio .
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Bonifacio as Alaska tries to tie him up.
Alaska is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bonifacio is keeping busy.
Alaska is trying to pull guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T4#
Bonifacio blocks an uppercut.
Alaska tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bonifacio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bonifacio lands a left hand.
I was talking to Bonifacio 's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Alaska tries to pull guard but Bonifacio forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Bonifacio lands with a light punch inside.
Alaska throws a punch but it's blocked by Bonifacio .
Alaska taking a breather.
Bonifacio tries a body shot but Alaska blocks it.
Alaska tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bonifacio just stands there and leans against the cage.
Alaska taking a breather.
Alaska jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bonifacio walks away with a smile on his face. Alaska gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bonifacio bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bonifacio rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Alaska moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Alaska moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bonifacio throws a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luigi Bonifacio dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bonifacio throws a series of punches but Alaska moves out of range. #CL#
Bonifacio clinches up against the cage.
Bonifacio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Alaska misses with a hook from the clinch.
Alaska tries to stall but Bonifacio uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Bonifacio lands with a light punch inside.
Alaska is trying to maintain a safe position but Bonifacio gets an underhook and turns Alaska into the cage.
Alaska misses with the head strike.
Alaska misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bonifacio scores with a shoulder strike.
Bonifacio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Bonifacio is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Alaska tries to pull guard but Bonifacio forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Alaska is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bonifacio is keeping busy.
Alaska misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Richie Alaska.
Bonifacio slips a jab from Alaska.
Alaska misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Bonifacio counter with a right hand.
Alaska throws the left hand but Bonifacio avoids the punch easily.#CL#
Bonifacio closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Bonifacio scores with a nice short uppercut.
Alaska tries to pull guard but Bonifacio holds him up against the cage and eventually Alaska drops back down to his feet.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bonifacio lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bonifacio lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Alaska.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Bonifacio .
Alaska wants to stall.
Alaska lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Alaska fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Luigi Bonifacio has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Richie Alaska.
Alaska tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #T2#
Bonifacio misses with a punch to the body.
Alaska stalling in the clinch but Bonifacio improves position.
Alaska is trying to pull guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Alaska is trying to pull guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Alaska tries to stall but Bonifacio uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Bonifacio digs a right hand into Alaska's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Alaska's gas tank.
Bonifacio pushes Alaska back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alaska blocks a body shot from Bonifacio .
Alaska swings wildly with an uppercut but Bonifacio uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Alaska looking to stall.
Alaska trying to control the position but instead, Bonifacio has worked for underhooks and has pushed Alaska into the cage.
Alaska misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Alaska is trying to pull guard but Bonifacio has him pressed against the cage.
Bonifacio lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Alaska or not.
Alaska jumps guard but Bonifacio turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Alaska jumps guard but Bonifacio stands there with Alaska around his waist. Alaska gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Bonifacio .
Alaska is breathing heavily.
Bonifacio cracks Alaska with a nice body shot.
Bonifacio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bonifacio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short body shot lands from Bonifacio as the two fighters clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bonifacio .
Bonifacio digs a right hand into Alaska's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Alaska's gas tank.
Alaska tries to stall but Bonifacio uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Bonifacio tries to work over Alaska's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Alaska jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bonifacio walks away with a smile on his face. Alaska gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Bonifacio forces Alaska back against the cage and clinches.
Bonifacio is leaning against Alaska and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T4#
A nice right hand lands inside from Bonifacio .
Bonifacio lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Alaska or not.
Bonifacio lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonifacio leaning against his opponent.
Bonifacio tries to work over Alaska's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Alaska fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Luigi Bonifacio has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Alaska tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bonifacio just stands there and leans against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bonifacio .
A short right from Bonifacio on the inside.
Bonifacio tries to work over Alaska's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Alaska has Bonifacio pushed against the cage.
Alaska is trying to pull guard but Bonifacio has him pressed against the cage.
Bonifacio softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#ROC#Alaska is rocked!
Bonifacio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Alaska is still on wobbly legs! Can Bonifacio finish him?
Bonifacio makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bonifacio lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Alaska to his knees! Bonifacio keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Luigi Bonifacio !
Luigi Bonifacio bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: SMASH: Hakekia vs Reedtz
Date: May 20, 2023

#R1#
A slow jab from Alaska misses its intended target.
Aengus throws a lazy right hand but Alaska sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Aengus staying out of range there.
Alaska displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aengus throws out the jab.
Aengus scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Aengus scores with a jab to the jaw.
Aengus misses with a hook.
Aengus misses with a hook. Alaska ducked under it nicely.
Aengus swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Alaska.
Alaska walks into a jab.
Aengus ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Alaska scores with a jab.
Caelan Aengus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Aengus tries to keep at a distance but Alaska has taken the fight into the clinch.
Aengus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aengus tries to break the clinch but Alaska is controlling the position.
Alaska is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Alaska. #T1#
Alaska fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Alaska tries to stall but Aengus uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Alaska misses with the head strike.
Alaska displaying some good clinch control by pressing Aengus up against the cage.
Alaska is pushing Aengus up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Richie Alaska.
Alaska misses with a hook. Aengus ducked under it nicely.
Aengus tests Alaska's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A big left from Aengus misses.
Alaska is looking to clinch.
A big right from Aengus misses.
Alaska misses with a straight right.
Alaska throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Alaska misses with a hook.
Aengus fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T2#
Alaska walks into a straight right hand from Aengus.
Alaska closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Aengus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Alaska.
Alaska moves out of range of the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Alaska on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Alaska 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.
Aengus is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Nice defenses there by Aengus.
Alaska throws a lazy right hand but Aengus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Aengus throws a looping overhand right but Alaska ducks down to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Alaska uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Aengus.
Alaska cracks Aengus with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Alaska blocks a jab.
Aengus misses with an uppercut. Alaska saw that one coming.
Alaska defending well as Aengus loads up on a big left hand.
Aengus misses with a looping right.
Alaska is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Aengus with a body shot.
Alaska misses with a right hand
and Aengus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Aengus swings widly with a right hand
and Alaska counters with a right hand to the body.
Jab, jab by Aengus - just one landing.
Aengus connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T3#
Aengus connects with a good right hand that stumbles Alaska. Alaska circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Alaska tries to clinch up but Aengus circles away and keeps his distance.
Aengus uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Alaska.
Alaska displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aengus throws out the jab.
Alaska wants to clinch up but Aengus keeps it at a distance.
Aengus swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alaska uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Aengus.
Aengus ducks under a wild hook from Alaska.
Aengus cracks Alaska with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Alaska throws a lazy right hand but Aengus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Aengus misses with a hook. Alaska ducked under it nicely.
Alaska throws a lazy right hand but Aengus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Alaska showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Aengus.
Alaska pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Aengus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Aengus missing with a left hand there. Alaska was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4##CL2#
Alaska rushes Aengus and presses him up against the cage.
Come on Alaska - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Alaska trying to control the position but instead, Aengus has worked for underhooks and has pushed Alaska into the cage.
Aengus just leaning against Alaska, taking a breather. #BC#
Aengus breaks from the clinch.
Aengus connects with a single shot there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A swing and a miss from Aengus.
Alaska uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Aengus.
Aengus lands the left hand.
Aengus jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Alaska connects with a good right hand that stumbles Aengus. Aengus circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Aengus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Alaska throws a jab when Aengus was well out of range.
Aengus was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Caelan Aengus dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD#
Aengus drives through with a takedown into Alaska's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB2#
Aengus got a little sloppy there for a moment and Alaska has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Aengus has managed to get both his arms back between Alaska's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Alaska throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SU#
Aengus gets to his feet. Alaska looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Aengus lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Alaska moves away from the strike by Aengus.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aengus ducks under a wild hook from Alaska.
Alaska looks to clinch
and Aengus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Aengus throws out a loose jab but Alaska uses good head movement to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Aengus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Aengus lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T1#
Aengus scores with a nice right hand.
Alaska steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Aengus.
Aengus throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Aengus cracks Alaska with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Alaska misses with a lunging right hand
and Aengus cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Aengus looks to land a left hand but Alaska moved out of range nicely.
Aengus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Alaska can do to turn this around?
Aengus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Alaska.
Alaska throws out a counter right but Aengus avoids it with no problem.
Aengus lands with a straight right. Alaska didn't see that one coming.
Aengus lands the left hand.
Aengus misses with a straight right.
It seemed like Alaska was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Aengus is just out of range.
Alaska has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Alaska tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Aengus misses with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Aengus misses the target.
Aengus lands a nice shot that snaps Alaska's head back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aengus misses with a hook
and Alaska counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Aengus wants to clinch up but Alaska keeps it at a distance.#T2#
Alaska loads up on a big right hand but Aengus slips the punch.
Alaska shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Aengus dips to his left and cracks Alaska with an uppercut!
Alaska ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Aengus throws a big shot that misses.
Alaska moves out of range as Aengus strikes.
A lazy left from Alaska finds it's target.
Aengus's corner calls for a 1-2. Aengus obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A big right from Aengus misses.
It seemed like Alaska was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fighters circling - Aengus throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Aengus misses with a hook.
Aengus staying out of range there.
Aengus is looking to counter punch.
Aengus works over Alaska's head and body with a nice combination.
Alaska avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Alaska is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Aengus catches Alaska with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T3#
Aengus ducks under a wild hook from Alaska.
Aengus lands with a hook. Alaska tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Alaska cracks Aengus with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Alaska dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A slow jab from Alaska misses its intended target.
Aengus connects with the punch.
Aengus keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Alaska.
An attempted straight right counter from Aengus misses the target.
Alaska doesn't manage to clinch there - Aengus circles away.
Alaska showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Aengus.
Alaska throws an off balance right hand
and Aengus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Aengus bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Alaska's head.
Nice defenses there by Alaska.
Alaska thuds a left hand into Aengus's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alaska is looking to clinch.
Alaska moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T4#
Aengus misses with a left hand
and Alaska cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Aengus with a jab.
Aengus scores with the left hand. Alaska knows he should have avoided that one.
Aengus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Alaska counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Aengus waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Alaska.#CL2#
Alaska takes the fight into the clinch.
Aengus is trying to break the clinch but Alaska has him pressed against the cage.
Aengus blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Aengus tries to circle away but Alaska has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Aengus breaks the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Alaska slips a jab from Aengus.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Alaska! But no joy.
A jab lands there for Alaska.
A slow jab from Aengus misses its intended target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Caelan Aengus dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Alaska throws a right hand that misses
enabling Aengus to counter with a crisp jab.
Alaska misses with a lunging right hand
and Aengus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Alaska looks to land a left hand but Aengus moved out of range nicely.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Aengus, as that shot connected.
Aengus walks into a stiff left hand from Alaska.
Alaska tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Aengus paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Aengus feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Alaskas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Alaska tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Aengus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Aengus throws a lazy uppercut
and Alaska counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Aengus thinking.
Alaska fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aengus manages to avoid it.
Aengus lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Aengus tests Alaska's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters circling - Aengus throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD#
Aengus throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Alaska tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Aengus is in Alaska's guard.#SUB2#
Alaska is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Aengus defends well.
Alaska looking to control but Aengus passes into half guard. #T1#
Alaska trying to hold on to Aengus's head to control him but Aengus postures up.
Alaska wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Alaska looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Alaska is looking to improve his position. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Aengus is thwarting Alaska's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Alaska is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Aengus pulls his head out easily.
Well, if Aengus is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Alaska tries to get to full guard but Aengus has control of the leg. #T3#
Aengus is controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Aengus throws a looping overhand right but Alaska ducks down to avoid it.
Alaska moves to clinch but Aengus breaks away
and Aengus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Aengus slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CL2#
Alaska has taken the fight to the clinch.
Alaska is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Alaska manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Alaska lands a shoulder strike.
Caelan Aengus is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Alaska looking to stall.
Alaska taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Alaska looking to slow down the pace here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Richie Alaska.#CL#
Aengus rushes Alaska and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Aengus breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Alaska connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Aengus momentarily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Alaska tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Aengus paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Alaska steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Aengus.
Aengus getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Richie Alaska has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Caelan Aengus showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Aengus, 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 Damien Edna scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: SMASH: Menezes vs Bizihwaile
Date: Apr 16, 2023

#R1#
Krawlee pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Alaska looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Krawlee looks to score with a jab to the body but Alaska is just out of range.
Krawlee keeps the fight on the outside.
Alaska uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Krawlee.
Krawlee throws a hook but Alaska blocks it.
Krawlee misses with a hook.
A quick step to the side and Alaska tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Krawlee dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Alaska ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Krawlee moves away.
Krawlee looks to land a right hand but Alaska moved out of range.
Alaska is looking to counter punch.
Kree P Krawlee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alaska throws a jab when Krawlee was well out of range.
Krawlee misses with a hook
and Krawlee takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Krawlee cracks Alaska with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Alaska 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.
Krawlee takes a swing at Alaska's ribcage but misses.
Krawlee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Krawlee bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Alaska's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Krawlee just misses with a punch to the body.
Krawlee is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Alaska.
Krawlee fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Krawlee misses with a looping left.#T1#
Alaska is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Krawlee.
Alaska takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nice shot lands for Krawlee.
Krawlee throws a hook but Alaska blocks it.
A big left from Krawlee misses.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Krawlee throws out a counter right but Alaska avoids it with no problem.
Krawlee misses with a right hand
and Alaska counters with a stiff right hand.
Krawlee scores with a decent looking hook.
A jab from Krawlee misses.
Alaska uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Krawlee.
Alaska tries to close the distance and clinch up but Krawlee swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Krawlee looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice shot lands for Krawlee.
Krawlee misses the shot to the body.
Alaska tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Krawlee manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Alaska misses the shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Krawlee does a little dance to reset his feet.
Krawlee throws a looping overhand right but Alaska ducks down to avoid it.
Krawlee uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska. #T2#
Krawlee misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alaska.
Alaska throwing a counter right hand but Krawlee manages to avoid it.
Alaska takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#ROC2#Alaska is rocked!
Krawlee is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches Alaska flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! Alaska is out cold! Krawlee holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kree P Krawlee!
Kree P Krawlee managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, into his post fight interview.

Event: SMASH: Castellana vs Hatfield
Date: Mar 26, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Alaska.
Berge regains half guard.#SUB#
Berge looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Berge actively working from the bottom here.
Alaska is pressing down on Berge's thigh, looking to free his foot. Berge is holding on for now. #SUB#
Berge actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Alaska is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Berge defends it well.
Berge tries to roll over but Alaska keeps him under control.#T1##SUB#
Berge looking for submissions off his back.
Alaska trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Berge actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Alaska is looking for a kimura but Berge is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Alaska to get the leverage.
Berge is trying to get back to full guard.
Berge trying to control from the bottom. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Berge wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Berge looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Alaska seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Berge does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Berge tries to get to full guard but Alaska has control of the leg. #SUB#
Berge looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Alaska pushes past his half guard into mount!
Berge tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Alaska avoids the attempt from Berge to control.
Alaska wants to control the pace but Berge is squirming around nicely.
Alaska takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T3#
Berge wants to hold on but Alaska pushes him away.
Berge is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Berge tries to control Alaska's body but Alaska pushes him off. Berge squirms to his side and now Alaska has his back! #SUB2#
Alaska has got his arm under Berge's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Berge has spun round into Alaska's guard beautifully! Well done that man! #SUB2#
Alaska is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Berge wants to control from the top but Alaska keeps moving. #SUB2#
Alaska escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Berge gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
Alaska controlling the position.
Alaska keeping moving, preventing Berge from controlling successfully.
Berge controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Alaska looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Alaska keeping moving, preventing Berge from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Berge got a little sloppy there for a moment and Alaska has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Berge has managed to get both his arms back between Alaska's legs - danger averted.
Alaska keeping moving, preventing Berge from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Richie Alaska 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##TD2#
Alaska darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Alaska tries to pass the half guard into mount. Berge knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Alaska wants to lay and pray for a moment but Berge keeps working. #SUB#
Berge looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Berge looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Berge looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1#
Alaska seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Berge does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Berge is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Jungle Room, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Alaska wants to pass to mount but Berge is defending the position. #SUB#
Berge looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Berge actively working from the bottom here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Alaska in particular looking to stall.
Alaska tries to pass to full mount but Berge defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Berge is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Alaska pulls his head out easily. #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.
Alaska is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
My spies in Ludus Magnus inform me that Alaska has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Alaska fails to advance to Berge's back.
Berge manages to regain half guard. Good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Berge is looking to improve his position.
Berge wants to control the action here but instead Alaska manages to pass to full mount!
Berge slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Alaska wants to lay and pray for a moment but Berge keeps working. #SUB#
Berge looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3##SUB#
Berge actively working from the bottom here.
Berge is trying to maintain the position but Alaska is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Alaska moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Berge.
Alaska has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Alaska looking to control but Berge is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Berge tries to hold on but Alaska pushes him away.
Berge is looking to improve his position but Alaska isn't that keen on the idea.
Berge wants to control but Alaska is having none of it.
Alaska tries to control but Berge wriggling away.
Berge is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Alaska can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Berge is looking to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Richie Alaska showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Berge's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Berge connects with a crisp jab.
Alaska circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
Berge forces Alaska back against the cage and clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Alaska. #TD2#
Alaska jumps guard and drags Berge to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Berge wants to control from the top but Alaska keeps moving.
Berge slips nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alaska scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Berge manages to mount him!
Berge trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Berge wants to finish this one by submission but Alaska is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Berge. #T1#
Alaska bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Alaska trying to control but Berge is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Berge working for submissions but it's allowed Alaska to get to half guard.
Berge tries to get to full guard but Alaska has control of the leg. #SUB#
Berge looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Alaska is trying to work for a kimura but Berge is defending well.
Tobias Berge has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB2#
Alaska is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Berge looking for submissions off his back.
Alaska has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Alaska prevents Berge from getting the reversal.#T3##SUB2#
Alaska working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Berge is trying desperately to improve position.
Alaska content just to control the position here.
Alaska trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Berge keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T4#
Berge regains half guard.
Berge gets back to full guard.
Alaska trying to control the position from guard on top but Berge is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Richie Alaska has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Berge working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Alaska has passed into half guard! #SUB#
Berge actively working from the bottom here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Alaska trying to mount his opponent but Berge defends it.
Richie Alaska is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Berge punching from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Richie Alaska.
I've got Alaska 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 Topper Green scores the fight 27:30
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 27:30
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Richie Alaska!
The defeated Tobias Berge had this to say: 'It's whatever man. I'm gonna go smoke some weed after I get home and forget this ever happened.'.

Event: NYF 10: Mendez vs Kuznecov
Date: Mar 04, 2023

#R1##TD#
Sam looking to score a takedown here. Alaska is defending well but Sam drives through and ends up in Alaska's guard.#SUB2#
Alaska had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sam defends it easily.
Alaska is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sam stopping the sweep attempt from Alaska.
Sam trying to control the position from guard on top but Alaska is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sam slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Sam wants to control from the top but Alaska keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Sam drops back looking for a leg! Alaska is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Alaska manages to kick Sam off! Sam jumps back into Alaska's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB2#
Alaska working for a triangle but Sam defends it easily.
Sam looking to pass the guard.
Sam trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Sam wants to control from the top but Alaska keeps moving.
Sam tries to free his leg and advance position but Alaska is retaining full guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Alaska looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Sam passes into side control.
Sam lands some shots froms side control.
Sam is looking to take a break and control but Alaska is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Alaska tries to improve position but can't.
Alaska is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sam off and has taken his back!
Sam trying to control the action but Alaska just sinks the hooks in.
Sam is trying to break free. #T3#
Alaska tries to get the hooks in deep but Sam pushed the leg off. #SUB2#
Alaska is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Sam knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Sam for a finish.
My spies in Ludus Magnus inform me that Alaska has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Sam manages to reverse the position and now he's in Alaska's guard. Nice work there by Sam. #SUB#
Sam drops back looking for a leg! Alaska is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Alaska manages to kick Sam off! Sam jumps back into Alaska's guard.
Sam stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Alaska swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Alaska keeping moving, preventing Sam from controlling successfully. #T4#
Sam keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Alaska's head.
Alaska preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sam landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Alaska has his feet on Sam's thighs here. He's pushed Sam off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Sam screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Richie Alaska!

Event: NYF 7: Sam vs McCoy
Date: Feb 04, 2023

#R1#
Alaska avoids the body shot from Marxer.
Marxer scores with a nice strike.
Marxer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Marxer looks to score with a jab to the body but Alaska is just out of range.
Alaska cracks a nice hook into Marxer's ribs.
Marxer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Alaska scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Aaron Marxer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marxer gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Marxer takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Marxer throws a series of punches but Alaska avoids them all with ease.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
Marxer throws a leg kick but Alaska checks it.
Alaska appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Marxer lands a really nice looking cross but Alaska seems unphased.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Alaska has managed to clinch. #TD#
Marxer lands a takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Alaska working for a triangle but Marxer defends it easily.
Alaska working a defensive guard here. #T1#
Marxer trying to control but Alaska is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Alaska working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Marxer doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Marxer manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Alaska is looking to cinch up a triangle. Marxer throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Alaska's body to avoid the submission. Alaska has instead reached around Marxer's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Alaska arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Richie Alaska!

Event: NYF 3: Sam vs Moustafa
Date: Dec 31, 2022

#R1#
Vortmont shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Vortmont lands a body shot.
Vortmont tries to bum rush Alaska with a series of wild strikes but Alaska uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Vortmont really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Alaska blocks a low kick nicely.
Vortmont connects with a good right hand that stumbles Alaska. Alaska circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Albert Vortmont seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alaska throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Vortmont stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Alaska jabs at Vortmont's body.
Vortmont ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alaska moves away.
Vortmont misses with a looping right.
Alaska appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Alaska lands with a good body shot.
Vortmont throws a leg kick but Alaska moved away.
Alaska checks the leg kick nicely there.
Alaska moves out of range of the body kick.
Vortmont throws a front kick that sends Alaska stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vortmont on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Alaska throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Alaska ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Vortmont displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #T1#
Alaska misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vortmont.
Vortmont is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Alaska.
Vortmont getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Alaska throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Vortmont misses with a jab, cross combination.
Vortmont fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Alaska is out of range.
Alaska is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Vortmont rather than just go for the knockout.
Vortmont scores with a kick to the midsection.
Alaska lands a right hook to the body.
Alaska shoots for a double leg takedown but Vortmont sprawls well. He's pushed Alaska's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Alaska darts in looking for a takedown but Vortmont gets double underhooks and turns Alaska into the cage.
Alaska throws a body punch but Vortmont moves out of range.
No joy there for Vortmont, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Vortmont fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Alaska on the side of the head.
Vortmont connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A swing and a miss from Vortmont.
Alaska looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Vortmont is fending him off so far but Alaska persists. Nope, Vortmont circles away and we're back to standing.
Albert Vortmont has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Richie Alaska.#T2#
Alaska on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A jab from Vortmont does it's job there.
Vortmont misses with a kick to the body.
Alaska is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Vortmont with a body shot.
A jab lands there for Vortmont.#ROC#Alaska is rocked!
Alaska misses the shot to the body.
Alaska throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Vortmont stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Vortmont dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Alaska. That did some damage!
Vortmont thumps Alaska with a low kick.
Vortmont scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Vortmont lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Alaska punishes Vortmont's body with a nice straight punch.
Danga de danga de dang - Vortmont scores with a four punch combination!
Alaska is still on wobbly legs! Can Vortmont finish him?
Vortmont takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Vortmont's corner calls for a 1-2. Vortmont obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Alaska avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Alaska takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Alaska wants to clinch.#T3#
Vortmont waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Alaska.
Alaska wants to clinch up but Vortmont keeps it at a distance.
Alaska lands with a cross.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Alaska seems to have recovered his senses.
Alaska connects with a body shot that sends Vortmont's belly button to the back.
Vortmont lands a nice hook to Alaska's body. Alaska takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Vortmont throws a body punch but Alaska moves out of range.
Alaska looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Vortmont lands a right hook to the body.
Vortmont fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Alaska looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Alaska digs a good body shot into Vortmont's ribs.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Vortmont.
Alaska jabs Vortmont to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Horrible takedown attempt by Alaska or perhaps it was just good defense by Vortmont, which made it look bad.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alaska wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T4##KD#
Oooooh!!! Vortmont has knocked Alaska down with a huge combo! Vortmont steps away and waves a wobbly Alaska back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
A nice leg kick from Vortmont, right into the meat of the thigh.
Alaska scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Vortmont doesn't seem bothered though.
Vortmont uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
Vortmont throwing a counter right hand but Alaska manages to avoid it.
Alaska connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Vortmont smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Vortmont thumps Alaska with a low kick.
Vortmont circles away from the clinch attempt.
Vortmont swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alaska lands the left hand.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vortmont throws a right and a left that Alaska avoids nicely.
Alaska now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Vortmont lands with a thumping leg kick.
Alaska takes one on the button.
Vortmont throws the kick towards the body but Alaska avoids it.
Vortmont pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Albert Vortmont dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Alaska works Vortmont's body with a nice hook.
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Vortmont is just out of range.
It appears Vortmont was looking to counter with a kick there.
Alaska misses with a body shot.
Vortmont is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Vortmont looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Alaska scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Vortmont doesn't seem bothered though.
Vortmont connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Alaska momentarily.
Vortmont lands a leg kick that knocks Alaska off balance momentarily.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Alaska might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Vortmont has got the better of the exchanges.
A solid body kick from Vortmont.
Alaska checks a low kick from Vortmont.
A countering left hand to the body from Alaska misses.
Vortmont avoids the body shot from Alaska.
Vortmont lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Alaska takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Vortmont is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Alaska can do to turn this around?
A swing and a miss from Vortmont.
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!
Vortmont thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Alaska if he has to take too many more of those.
Vortmont takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Vortmont does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Vortmont 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.
Vortmont looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Vortmont scores with a nice body kick.
Vortmont is looking to land body kicks.
Vortmont walks into a stiff left hand from Alaska.
Alaska digs a good hook to Vortmont's body.
Vortmont scores with a hook.
Vortmont throws a leg kick but Alaska sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Alaska moves out of range as Vortmont strikes.
Vortmont swats away the attempt to clinch by Alaska.
Alaska avoids the body shot from Vortmont.
Vortmont throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Albert Vortmont is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Alaska jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A shot to the liver by Vortmont. Beautiful body shot.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vortmont takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Vortmont shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Vortmont thows a body kick. Alaska tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Vortmont throws a leg kick but Alaska sees it coming and moves out of range.
Alaska scores with a jab to the body.
Alaska changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Alaska has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Alaska checks a leg kick.
A low kick from Vortmont is predictable there
and Alaska counters with a nice body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Vortmont throws a right hand that misses
and Alaska counters with a nice body shot.
Albert Vortmont is winning the standup battle so far.
Alaska connects with a body shot that sends Vortmont's belly button to the back.
Alaska lands a jab to Vortmont's midsection.
Alaska lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Alaska avoids the body shot from Vortmont.
A nice side step and Alaska releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Alaska fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Vortmont connects with a leg kick. #T3#
Alaska jabs at Vortmont's body.
Alaska has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Vortmont.
Alaska walks forward, straight into a front kick from Vortmont.
Alaska keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Alaska scores with a body shot.
Alaska thuds a left hand into Vortmont's body.
Nice body punch from Alaska.
Alaska with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Alaska jabs at Vortmont's body.
Vortmont connects with a leg kick.
Alaska jabs Vortmont to the body, keeping him at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alaska dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vortmont misses the shot to the body.
Alaska throws out a counter right but Vortmont avoids it with no problem.
Alaska wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Alaska digs a good hook to Vortmont's body.
Alaska lands a nice hook to Vortmont's body. Vortmont takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T4#
Alaska lands with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Alaska has closed the distance and engaged Vortmont in a clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Come on Alaska - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Alaska lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Alaska is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vortmont to keep the fight standing.#BC#
Vortmont breaks from the clinch.
Vortmont takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Alaska with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Alaska wants to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Richie Alaska showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Vortmont takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Alaska has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Vortmont finds it's way round the side to connect with Alaska's head.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
Alaska lands with a nice body punch.
Vortmont throws a right and a left that both miss.
Alaska let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Alaska's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Vortmont bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Alaska throws a shot to the body.
Vortmont takes a swing at Alaska's ribcage but misses.
Alaska appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Vortmont attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alaska lands a right hook to the body.
Vortmont buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Vortmont. That's going to slow Alaska down.
Alaska tries to clinch there but Vortmont circles away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vortmont throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range. #T1#
Vortmont lands a body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Alaska cracks a nice hook into Vortmont's ribs.
Vortmont scores with a push kick.
Alaska misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vortmont.
Vortmont throws a shot from downtown. Alaska moves away and avoids it.
Alaska stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Vortmont.
Vortmont doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Alaska ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Alaska misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vortmont. Alaska does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vortmont connects with a good right hand that stumbles Alaska. Alaska circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Alaska smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Alaska connects with a body shot.
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!#CL2#
Alaska clinches up against the cage.#T2#
Vortmont wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Alaska has him pressed against the cage.
Vortmont wants to break the clinch but can't.
Alaska controlling the action here for a moment.
Alaska will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Vortmont up against the cage.
Alaska continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Vortmont is trying to push Alaska away but Alaska has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Alaska looking to slow down the pace here.
Alaska has Vortmont pressed against the cage.
Vortmont working hard to break the clinch.
Come on Alaska - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #T3#
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Richie Alaska.
A shot to the liver by Alaska. Beautiful body shot.
Vortmont looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Vortmont lands a jab to Alaska's midsection.
Vortmont misses with a two punch combination.
Alaska tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Vortmont looks to score with a jab to the body but Alaska is just out of range.#CL2#
Alaska rushes Vortmont and presses him up against the cage.
Alaska's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Alaska is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vortmont to keep the fight standing.
A nice left hand lands by Alaska.
A short right from Vortmont. #T4#
Alaska is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vortmont to keep the fight standing.
Vortmont looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Vortmont is trying to break free.
Alaska controlling the action here for a moment.
Vortmont has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC#
Vortmont breaks the clinch.
Vortmont thows a left - swing and a miss!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alaska tries to clinch up.
A low kick lands for Vortmont.
Vortmont scores with a nice strike.
Vortmont lands a head shot.
Alaska tries to clinch up.
Vortmont appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Alaska keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.

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 Albert Vortmont.
I think Vortmont 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 29:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: KOP CALL Last Breath
Date: Nov 18, 2022

#R1#
Alaska moves in looking to clinch but Chai pushes him off.
Chai throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
An attempted straight right counter from Alaska misses the target.
Chai waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Alaska.
Alaska was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Alaska digs a good hook to Chai's body.
Chai jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2#
Chai has closed the distance and engaged Alaska in a clinch.
Alaska looking to slow down the pace here.
Alaska blocking some punches. #TD#
Alaska decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Alaska is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Chai sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Alaska is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Chai postures up. #T1#
Chai stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Alaska swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Alaska is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alaska can't keep his opponent in guard - Chai advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Chai is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Alaska is pressing down on Chai's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Alaska has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chai can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Chai forces his way into half guard.#T2#
Chai passes to side control. #SUB2#
Chai tries for a kimura but Alaska is defending well.
Chai trying to control the action but Alaska is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Chai thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Chai trying to control the action but Alaska is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB2#
Chai is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Alaska is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Alaska is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Chai is one step ahead and moves to full mount!#SUB2#
Chai jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Alaska manages to avoid the submission attempt.
You can see the frustration on Alaska's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Chai works to advance to full mount. Alaska defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Chai prevents Alaska from getting the reversal.
Chai controlling from mount. #T4#
Alaska tries to hold on but Chai postures up.
Chai pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Alaska is wriggling around trying to escape. #SUB2#
Chai is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Alaska is surviving well by controlling Chai's body position as best he can.
Alaska tries to reverse the position but Chai maintains control.
Alaska has given up his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chai is hanging on to Alaska's back as he tries to escape.
Alaska manages to reverse the position and now he's in Chai's guard. Nice work there by Alaska.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

CC Chai dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Chai.#CL#
Alaska closes the distance and clinches.
Chai lands a hook that snaps the head of Alaska backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Chai.
Chai digs a right hand underneath Alaska's ribcage. Alaska let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Chai working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Chai lands a hook to the side of the head.
Chai lands with a left to the head.
Alaska fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Chai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD2#
Chai successfully pulls guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chai trying to keep a closed guard but Alaska is proving a slippery customer.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Chai holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB2#
Chai is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Alaska pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now. #T1##SUB2#
Alaska is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Chai has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Alaska is looking to defend but Chai has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Alaska! Chai pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Alaska taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). CC Chai!
During a confident post fight interview, CC Chai thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: KOP KLAY
Date: Oct 14, 2022

#R1#
Ko closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
Ko swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Alaska swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ko fails with an attempt to clinch.
Alaska throwing a counter right hand but Ko manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Ko decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Ko working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Alaska's thigh. Alaska counters though and makes it back to full guard. #SUB#
Alaska has his feet on Ko 's thighs here. He's pushed Ko off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Ko screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Richie Alaska!

Event: KOP EXPO
Date: Sep 24, 2022

#R1#
Nice uppercut lands for Alaska. That snapped Adams's head back.
Alaska throws a right hand that misses
and Adams counters with a stiff right hand.
Adams doesn't manage to clinch there - Alaska circles away.
A little jabbing left from Alaska on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Adams fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Alaska, pushing him back against the cage.
Alaska misses with a hook from the clinch.
Adams digs a right hand underneath Alaska's ribcage. Alaska let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Adams lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Adams displaying some good clinch control by pressing Alaska up against the cage.#BC#
Adams breaks from the clinch.
Alaska tries to clinch but Adams moves away #KD#
and Adams counters with a crisp right hand that drops Alaska! Adams lets Alaska back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Alaska is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Alaska takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Adams uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
Alaska lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Adams definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Alaska scores with a jab.
Alaska throws out a loose jab but Adams uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alaska connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Adams momentarily. #KD#
Adams sends Alaska crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Adams is motioning to the referee to let Alaska up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Alaska is still on wobbly legs! Can Adams finish him?#T1##CL#
Adams clinches with his opponent.
Adams lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Alaska looking to slow down the pace here.
A hook to the body from Adams.
Adams stalls.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Adams works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Adams as Alaska tries to tie him up.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Adams creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Adams scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Adams creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Alaska with a big uppercut! Alaska tries to clinch up but Adams pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Alaska to the mat! Alaska covers up and Adams unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

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

Event: KOP JUNGLE
Date: Aug 19, 2022

#R1#
Sam tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD#
Sam scores with a takedown into Alaska's guard.
Alaska keeping moving, preventing Sam from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Alaska is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alaska looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sam is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Alaska has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sam can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sam is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T1#
Sam trying to control the position from guard on top but Alaska is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Sam got a little sloppy there for a moment and Alaska has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sam has managed to get both his arms back between Alaska's legs - danger averted.
Alaska controlling the position.
Sam landing some decent shots from guard.
Sam pushes down on Alaska's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sam takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T2##SUB#
Sam is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Alaska has hold of Sam's hands but Sam slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Sam is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Alaska makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Alaska.#SUB#
Sam drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Alaska dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Alaska stopping the sweep attempt from Sam.
Alaska passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Sam looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T3#
Alaska trying to control the position but Sam is working away.
Alaska working away.
Sam is trying to improve his position.
Sam gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Alaska wants to work for an arm triangle but Sam is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Sam is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Sam looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sam is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sam trying to control but Alaska postures up.
Alaska wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sam keeps working. #SUB#
Sam is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Alaska pulls his head out easily.
Alaska is looking to advance position but Sam won't allow it.
Sam slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Sam looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sambo Sam dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Alaska blocks a head kick by Sam. #TD#
Sam throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Alaska was covering up waiting for the punch and Sam finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Alaska working a defensive guard here.
Sam wants to control from the top but Alaska keeps moving.
Alaska has momentary wrist control but Sam slips an elbow through the middle.
Sam pushing down on Alaska's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sam wants to pass the guard but Alaska is defending well. #SUB2#
Alaska looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Alaska wants to control but Sam is keeping busy. #T1#
Sam is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Sam is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Alaska sees it coming and defends easily.
Alaska keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Alaska is trying to maintain the position but Sam is very close to passing his half guard.
Sam wants to take a breather but Alaska is having none of it.
Sam looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Alaska wants to control but Sam is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Sam controlling the action here.
Sam working the head and body with strikes.
Sambo Sam overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sam lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Alaska is looking to improve his position.
Sam is keen to just control but Alaska is a slippery customer.#T3#
Alaska is trying to stand.
Alaska tries to roll over but Sam keeps him under control.
Sam is keen to just control but Alaska is a slippery customer.
Alaska tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Sam has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Sam landing punches.
Alaska is in all sorts of trouble here.
Sam scoring with strikes but Alaska is staying in there.
Sam tries to control but Alaska wriggling away.
Sam is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Alaska can do to turn this around?#T4#
Alaska is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sam unloading with bombs!
Alaska is looking to get to half guard.
Sam breaks from Alaska's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Alaska tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Alaska tries to hold on but Sam pushes him away.
Sam tries to control but Alaska wriggling away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alaska is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sam working Alaska over with strikes here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sambo Sam dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. 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#
Alaska throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sam fails in his attempt to clinch.
A countering left hand to the body from Alaska misses.
Alaska uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sam.
Alaska let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sam bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD#
Sam shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Alaska manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Sam looking to pass the guard.
Alaska looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sam is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Sam postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Alaska is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Sam, into his guard. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Sam has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Alaska can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Alaska sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sam's guard.
Sam tries to get to full guard but Alaska has control of the leg.
Sam won't allow Alaska to pass to mount.
Sam tries to roll over but Alaska keeps him under control.
Alaska trying to control the action but Sam is working from the bottom.
Alaska looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Alaska is looking to stall here but Sam recovers full guard.
Sambo Sam is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#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.
Alaska engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Sam pulls Alaska in close to his closed guard and prevents Alaska from doing any damage or advancing position.
Alaska passes Sam's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Alaska is looking to stall here but Sam recovers full guard.
Alaska trying to control but Sam is working from the bottom. #T3#
Sam has control of Alaska's left arm, preventing Alaska from doing any damage. #SUB#
Alaska avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sam controlling the position.
Sam'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.
Sam trying to control the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Sam moves into range and clinches up with Alaska.#TD2#
Alaska manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #T4##SUB2#
Alaska looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sam is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Alaska wants to sweep here but Sam controlling him for the moment.
Sam 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.
Richie Alaska 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!
Sam pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Alaska is keeping the position for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Richie Alaska.
I think Sam 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 Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:26
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sambo Sam!
Sambo Sam managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Un-Kaged Nutrition, into his post fight interview.

Event: Iron Fist Championship Victory
Date: Jul 31, 2022

#R1#
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Assad is just out of range.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
Assad displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Alaska throws out the jab.
Assad fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Alaska manages to avoid it.
Alaska misses with an uppercut
and Assad connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Alaska looks to score with a jab to the body but Assad is just out of range.
Assad 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.
Assad lands a jab to the head.
Alaska throws a body punch but Assad moves out of range.
Alaska misses with a wild body shot.
Richie Alaska seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Assad tries to bum rush Alaska with a series of wild strikes but Alaska uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
It looked like Alaska was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Assad.
Alaska looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Alaska is looking to wear down Assad with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from Assad. Those never looked like landing. #CL2#
Assad has taken the fight to the clinch.
Alaska is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A short right from Assad on the inside.
Alaska is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Assad is keeping busy.#T1#
Alaska wants to stall.
Assad just leaning against Alaska, taking a breather.
Alaska is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Assad is keeping busy.
Alaska swings wildly with an uppercut but Assad uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Alaska pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Alaska working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Assad doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Assad manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Alaska keeping full guard, as Assad tries to pass.
Assad really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Alaska. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Alaska looking for a guillotine here but Assad defends easily.
Alaska looking to hit a scissor sweep but Assad is one step ahead there. #T2#
Alaska not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Assad postures up and lands a big shot to Alaska's brow. #SUB#
Alaska working for a triangle but Assad defends it easily.
Assad trying to control but Alaska is working from the bottom.
Assad is looking to work some ground and pound but Alaska has wrist control.#SUB#
Alaska looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Assad looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Assad throwing strikes from guard but Alaska blocks nicely. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Assad trying to control the position from guard on top but Alaska is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alaska manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Assad manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Assad has his hands on Alaska's head, controlling the position.
Alaska tries to free his leg and advance position but Assad is retaining full guard.
Assad wants to stand and escape but Alaska is having none of it.
Assad keeping full guard, as Alaska tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Assad is controlling Alaska's posture.
Alaska trying to control the position from guard on top but Assad is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alaska tries to free his leg and advance position but Assad is retaining full guard.
Alaska controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Assad 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#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Alaska manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Alaska looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
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 Richie Alaska 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. 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.#R2#
Assad throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Alaska waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Assad.
Alaska throws a sloppy body shot
and Assad counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Alaska throws a body shot but no joy.
Assad is looking for the big counter here.
Assad uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Alaska.
Assad looks to land a right hand but Alaska moved out of range.
Assad moves away from the strike by Alaska.
Assad steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Alaska.
Alaska gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Assad.
Assad just misses with a punch to the body.
Alaska misses the body punch
and Assad counters with a nice uppercut.
Akhtar Assad is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Assad, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Alaska takes a swing at Assad's ribcage but misses.
Assad scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Assad throws a jab when Alaska was well out of range.#T1#
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Assad was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.
Alaska takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The fight stays on the outside here - Alaska looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Alaska misses with a lunging right hand
and Assad connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Assad does a little dance to reset his feet.
Assad throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice defenses there by Assad.
Alaska throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Alaska throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Assad counters with a one-two to the body.
Alaska throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alaska slips a straight right by Assad.
Assad cracks Alaska with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T2#
Alaska slips a jab from Assad.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Assad does a little dance to reset his feet.
Assad waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Alaska.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alaska throws out a loose jab but Assad uses good head movement to avoid it.
Assad will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Assad has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Alaska just misses with a punch to the body.
Assad is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Assad 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.
Some wild striking there from Assad.
Assad lands a jab.
Alaska drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T3#
Assad closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Assad misses with an uppercut. Alaska saw that one coming.
Alaska throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Assad counters with a right hand to the body.
Alaska lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Assad walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Assad wants to slow Alaska down by chopping away at his legs.
A quick step to the side and Alaska tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Assad rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Alaska counters with a left to the body.
Alaska tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Assad was well out of range. Poor timing from Alaska.
Assad looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Alaska loads up on a big right hand but Assad slips the punch.
Alaska throws a lazy uppercut
and Assad counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Assad jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Alaska is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Assad throws a jab but it's blocked by Alaska.
Assad lands a head shot.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sloppy strikes from Assad. Those never looked like landing.
Alaska moves out of range of the strikes.
Alaska throws a predictable looking body shot
and Assad connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alaska. Assad does a little dance to reset his feet.
Assad unleashes a big counter combination but Alaska bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Alaska cracks Assad with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Assad avoids the body shot from Alaska.
Akhtar Assad has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alaska thows a left - swing and a miss!
Assad digs a good hook to Alaska's body.
Akhtar Assad seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Assad!
Assad looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Alaska ducks under a wild hook from Assad.
Alaska slips under a jab.
Richie Alaska is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Assad takes one on the chin but keeps coming.

And that's the end of the fight!
Akhtar Assad comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I have no idea who won that fight. Let's wait and see whether the judges are as confused as me! Time for a split decision perhaps?!. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 19:19
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 19:19
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 19:19

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: IFC Presents: Apocalypso 25.6
Date: Jun 25, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Perry manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Alaska on his heels. He'll look to pass Alaska's guard now, I'm sure.
Alaska seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Perry trying to control the position from guard on top but Alaska is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alaska bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Perry's guard. #REVR#
Alaska engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alaska advances position into side control!#SUB#
Alaska is working to tighten his grip on Perry's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Perry has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Alaska is really squeezing tight and eventually Perry passes out! Alaska breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Richie Alaska!

Event: Iron Fist Championship 3
Date: May 31, 2022

#R1#
Alaska lands with a straight right. Lahey didn't see that one coming.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lahey or perhaps it was just good defense by Alaska, which made it look bad.
Lahey shoots for a takedown but Alaska saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD#
Lahey closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Alaska's guard.#SUB2#
Alaska pushes a forearm under Lahey 's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Lahey is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Richie Alaska!
In defeat, Jim Lahey stepped up to the mic, saying 'The shit clock's ticking. Time to hit the LC randers'.

Event: BFA 2-Jessuz vs Wulong
Date: Apr 10, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Lahey looking to score a takedown here. Alaska is defending well but Lahey drives through and ends up in Alaska's guard.#SUB#
Alaska working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lahey doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lahey manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Alaska being controlled here, momentarily.
Lahey scoring with punches to the head and body.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lahey is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lahey really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Alaska. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Lahey is looking to work some ground and pound but Alaska has wrist control.
Lahey sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alaska looking for a sweep. Not yet Alaska, not yet.
Lahey seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB#
Alaska is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Lahey working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lahey 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lahey working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Alaska is looking for a triangle but Lahey pushes his legs off easily.
Lahey controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Alaska looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Lahey passes into side control. #SUB2#
Lahey tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2#
Lahey content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Alaska is not content to let Lahey control the position.
Alaska can't do much from the bottom here.
Alaska is looking to regain half guard here but Lahey keeps moving and retains side control.
Lahey controls the position from side control.
Alaska takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #T3#
Alaska avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Lahey .
Alaska is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Lahey staying calm.
Lahey throws an elbow but Alaska slips to the side and avoids it well.
Lahey creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Alaska sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Lahey throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Alaska parries the strikes from Lahey easily there. Lahey is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Alaska to escape.
Lahey creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Alaska sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #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.
Lahey working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Alaska is trying to control Lahey 's posture but Lahey avoids it.
Alaska defending against the ground and pound.
Lahey throws an elbow but Alaska slips to the side and avoids it well.
Lahey tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Lahey gets to mount! Alaska was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Lahey content just to control the position here.
Alaska is in all sorts of trouble here.
Lahey looking to ground and pound but Alaska is blocking nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lahey content just to control the position here.
Alaska tries to hold on but Lahey postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jim Lahey 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#
Lahey tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Alaska swivels and escapes.
Lahey takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A lazy left from Alaska finds it's target.
Alaska cracks Lahey with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#TD2#
Lahey shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Alaska is trying to defend but Lahey finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Lahey wants to take a breather but Alaska is having none of it.
Alaska is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Alaska looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lahey not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Lahey prevents Alaska from improving his position.
Lahey trying to pass the guard but Alaska defending well. #T1#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lahey in particular looking to stall.
Alaska makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Alaska.
Alaska controls Lahey momentarily but Lahey frees himself. #SUB#
Alaska is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Alaska working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lahey .
Alaska being controlled here, momentarily.
Alaska looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lahey is one step ahead there. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lahey stays in close to Alaska's body and controls the position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Alaska is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lahey stopping the sweep attempt from Alaska.#T3#
Alaska avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lahey has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lahey trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jim Lahey has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lahey sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lahey .
Lahey closes this distance looking for a takedown but Alaska circles away.
Richie Alaska has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jim Lahey .
Alaska with a body punch. A glancing blow. #TD2#
Lahey shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Lahey was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Lahey is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Alaska is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Alaska manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T4#
Lahey controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Lahey is staying active underneath Alaska, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lahey is controlling Alaska's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Alaska prevents Lahey from improving his position.
Lahey has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Alaska is working away from the top position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lahey tries to roll over but Alaska keeps him under control.
Alaska wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lahey keeps working.
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 Richie Alaska will probably get the nod.
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#
Alaska scores with a jab to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lahey or perhaps it was just good defense by Alaska, which made it look bad.
Alaska throws a body punch but Lahey moves out of range.
A left lands for Alaska.#TD2#
Lahey scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Alaska makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Alaska.#SUB#
Alaska is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Alaska is trying to keep Lahey in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lahey throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Alaska works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Lahey throwing strikes from guard but Alaska blocks nicely. #T1#
Lahey stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Alaska swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lahey engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Alaska is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lahey defends well.
Alaska being controlled here, momentarily.
Alaska keeping full guard, as Lahey tries to pass.
Lahey wants to control from the top but Alaska keeps moving. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Alaska is trying to keep Lahey in close. #SUB#
Alaska working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lahey doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lahey manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Alaska is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lahey postures up in Alaska's guard and throws a big left but Alaska blocks it. #SUB#
Alaska has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lahey can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lahey engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Lahey throws a big right hand that misses.
Lahey controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Lahey closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Alaska's guard.
Alaska working a defensive guard here.
Alaska being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
Lahey trying to control the position from guard on top but Alaska is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Alaska looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Alaska being controlled here, momentarily.
Lahey postures up.
Lahey stands and throws Alaska's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lahey creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Alaska stops Lahey from passing to mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Jim Lahey .
I think Lahey 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 Illya Tyunina scores the fight 28:29
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 28:29
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 28:29

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

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