Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Fight night 7
Date: Nov 19, 2025

#R1#
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Hisashi moves out of range.
Bjurstrom throws a low kick, looking for Hisashi's leg but Hisashi calmly moves out of range.
Hisashi misses with a looping right.
Bjurstrom swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Donk. Bjurstrom catches Hisashi right on the button with a cross.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
A low kick from Bjurstrom misses
and Hisashi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hisashi throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Hisashi clinches up with Bjurstrom and pushes him back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom lands an uppercut.
Stalling in the clinch from Hisashi.
Hisashi blocks an uppercut.
Come on Hisashi - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Bjurstrom takes a shot to the head.
Bjurstrom throws a head punch that misses.
Bjurstrom avoiding damage as Hisashi throws knees to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Good body shot from Bjurstrom.
Hisashi lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T1#
Bjurstrom swings wildly with an uppercut but Hisashi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bjurstrom working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bjurstrom wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hisashi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hisashi lands with a right to the head.
Bjurstrom lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Hisashi lands a nice uppercut.
Hisashi is stalling here.
Bjurstrom looking to slow down the pace here.
Bjurstrom blocking some punches.
Hisashi is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Bjurstrom gets through Hisashi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bjurstrom blocks a body shot from Hisashi.
Hisashi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bjurstroms head.
Hisashi blocking some punches.
Hisashi tries to throw a body punch but Bjurstrom avoids it by throwing Hisashi back against the cage. #T2#
Bjurstrom lands a body punch in the clinch.
Hisashi stalling against the cage. #BC2#
Bjurstrom's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bjurstrom looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A little feinted left hand from Hisashi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Hisashi moves out of range.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hisashi moves out of range of the body kick from Bjurstrom.
Hisashi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bjurstrom only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Bjurstrom throws a shot from downtown. Hisashi moves away and avoids it.
Jab by Hisashi.
A low kick from Bjurstrom is predictable there
and Hisashi makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Hisashi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bjurstrom tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hisashi was well out of range. Poor timing from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a low kick. #T3##CL#
Hisashi instigates a clinch.
Hisashi working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC#
Hisashi manages to break the clinch.
Bjurstrom misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A low kick lands for Hisashi.
Hisashi cracks Bjurstrom with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bjurstrom misses with the combination.
A big left from Hisashi misses.
Bjurstrom ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bjurstrom scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
A swing and a miss from Hisashi.
Bjurstrom keeps Hisashi at a distance using the push kick.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Good work by Hisashi as he checks the leg kick.
Hisashi throws a big shot that misses.
Bjurstrom misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hisashi blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Nice shot lands for Bjurstrom.
Nice cross by Hisashi.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bjurstrom blocks a jab.
Bjurstrom ducks under a wild hook from Hisashi.
Hisashi ducks under a wild hook from Bjurstrom.
Hisashi looks to land a left hand but Bjurstrom moved out of range nicely.
Hisashi is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Hisashi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bjurstrom manages to avoid it.
Hisashi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bjurstrom.
Nice body punch from Hisashi.
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 Akahoshi Hisashi will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Hisashi lands a slapping body shot.
Bjurstrom checks a leg kick nicely.
Bjurstrom swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bjurstrom slips a jab from Hisashi.
Hisashi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hisashi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bjurstrom in his tracks.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Hisashi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bjurstrom moves away.
Hisashi lands a really nice looking cross but Bjurstrom seems unphased.
Hisashi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hisashi throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Akahoshi Hisashi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hisashi misses with a double jab
and Bjurstrom counters with a series of strikes. Hisashi will be more careful next time no doubt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bjurstrom misses with a wild combination. #T1#
A clash of legs there as Hisashi blocks the low kick.
Bjurstrom checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hisashi with a nice calf kick.
Hisashi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hisashi moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Hisashi is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Hisashi scores with a jab. Bjurstrom acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bjurstrom looks to land a combination but Hisashi avoids it well.
Hisashi takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bjurstrom fails to land with a series of punches.
Hisashi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hisashi avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Hisashi throws a series of punches but Bjurstrom avoids them all with ease.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Hisashi connects with a jab.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hisashi checks a low kick from Bjurstrom.
Hisashi is looking to counter punch.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hisashi looking to throw knees to the head but Bjurstrom is blocking nicely.
Hisashi throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hisashi.
Bjurstrom tries to break the clinch but Hisashi is controlling the position. #BC2#
Bjurstrom escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bjurstrom lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Hisashi has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Hisashi and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bjurstrom looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hisashi just misses with a punch to the body.
Hisashi misses with a wild combination.
Bjurstrom moves out of range of the strikes.
Hisashi scores with a punch to the head.
A big left from Hisashi misses. #T3#
Bjurstrom swings widly with a right hand
and Hisashi counters with a nice uppercut.
Hisashi misses with a low kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Akahoshi Hisashi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hisashi misses the jab.
Hisashi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hisashi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hisashi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bjurstrom misses with a shot to the body
and Hisashi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bjurstrom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hisashi.
Hisashi lands with a straight right. Bjurstrom didn't see that one coming.
Hisashi blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Hisashi is looking to counter with head kicks.
Hisashi fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bjurstrom on the side of the head.#T4#
Bjurstrom blocks a head kick by Hisashi.
Hisashi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd cheers as Hisashi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bjurstrom doesn't seem phased though.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Hisashi listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bjurstrom tries to score with a low kick but Hisashi moves his leg out of the way.
Hisashi takes a swing at Bjurstrom's ribcage but misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bjurstrom.
Hisashi misses with a few strikes there.
A head kick misses from Hisashi.
Hisashi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bjurstrom at a distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Akahoshi Hisashi dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bjurstrom swinging wildly here.
It looks like Hisashi has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Bjurstrom takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Hisashi misses with an uppercut. Bjurstrom saw that one coming.
A punch combination from Bjurstrom misses.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bjurstrom ducks under a wild hook from Hisashi.
Bjurstrom lands a head kick. Hisashi smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Hisashi misses with a head kick.
Hisashi connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Hisashi with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T1#
Bjurstrom on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Hisashi misses with a hook
and Bjurstrom counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hisashi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bjurstrom manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Hisashi moves out of range.
Hisashi throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bjurstrom defending well as Hisashi loads up on a big left hand.
Akahoshi Hisashi is winning the standup battle so far.
Hisashi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Hisashi looks to throw the jab but Bjurstrom is out of range.
Bjurstrom takes one to the chin there.
A nice inside leg kick there by Hisashi. That's going to slow Bjurstrom down.
Hisashi misses with a double jab.
Bjurstrom missing with a left hand there. Hisashi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hisashi is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses
and Hisashi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bjurstrom showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hisashi.
It seemed like Bjurstrom was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hisashi moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hisashi looks to land a left hand but Bjurstrom moved out of range nicely.
Bjurstrom misses with a few strikes there.
Bjurstrom scores with a nice strike.
Hisashi avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hisashi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Bjurstrom slips under a jab from Hisashi.
Bjurstrom feints the counter takedown.
Hisashi dodges the punch combination from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T3#
Bjurstrom gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hisashi.
Bjurstrom blocks a head kick by Hisashi.
Hisashi misses with a head kick.
A head kick by Bjurstrom misses
and Hisashi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A decent looking cross lands there for Hisashi.
Nice cross by Hisashi.
Hisashi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bjurstrom can do to turn this around?
Bjurstrom misses with a hook. Hisashi ducked under it nicely.
Hisashi wants to clinch up but Bjurstrom keeps it at a distance.
Hisashi moves in looking to clinch but Bjurstrom pushes him off.
Bjurstrom tests Hisashi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hisashi misses with an uppercut.
Hisashi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T4#
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick
and Hisashi counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bjurstrom pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bjurstrom throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hisashi.
Hisashi wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Hisashi thuds his right hand into Bjurstrom's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Hisashi avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bjurstrom scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hisashi doesn't seem bothered though. #CL#
Hisashi clinches with his opponent.
Hisashi scores with a shot to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Hisashi throws a punch but it's blocked by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom is trying to break the clinch but Hisashi has him pressed against the cage.
Hisashi lands a right hand.
Marco Bjurstrom has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Akahoshi Hisashi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Hisashi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hisashi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Akahoshi Hisashi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Hisashi 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 30:27
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:28
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Akahoshi Hisashi!

Event: NAFL 7
Date: Nov 15, 2025

#R1#
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that half lands.
Bjurstrom connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bjurstrom misses with a double jab #TD#
and Miyao counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Miyao trying to control the position from guard on top but Bjurstrom is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Miyao doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Miyao manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bjurstrom is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Miyao wants to control from the top but Bjurstrom keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyao stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bjurstrom swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bjurstrom preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T1#
Miyao throwing strikes from guard but Bjurstrom blocks nicely.
Miyao wants to pass the guard but Bjurstrom is keeping the position.
Bjurstrom can't keep his opponent in guard - Miyao advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Miyao seems to be working for a kimura but Bjurstrom defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Miyao has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Bjurstrom defend it? Miyao steps over the head and cranks it - Bjurstrom is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Miyao!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Paulo Miyao!
Paulo Miyao retains his lightweight title!
A very excited looking Paulo Miyao made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: NAFL 5
Date: Nov 05, 2025

#R1#
Bjurstrom slips under a jab from Dudayev.
Bjurstrom slips a jab from Dudayev.
Bjurstrom throws a jab when Dudayev was well out of range.
Dudayev misses with a right hand
and Bjurstrom counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bjurstrom throws a combination that misses
and Dudayev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bjurstrom moves out of range as Dudayev strikes.
Dudayev turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Dudayev misses with a lunging right hand
and Bjurstrom connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dudayev missing with a left hand there. Bjurstrom was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dudayev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bjurstrom on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Dudayev throws a looping overhand right but Bjurstrom ducks down to avoid it.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Dudayev looks to throw the jab but Bjurstrom is out of range.
Bjurstrom slips a straight right by Dudayev.
Bjurstrom keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bjurstrom slips under a jab.#T1#
Dudayev takes a swing at Bjurstrom's ribcage but misses.
Bjurstrom slips a jab from Dudayev.
The fighters circling - Bjurstrom throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bjurstrom moves out of range as Dudayev strikes.
Bjurstrom lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dudayev circles away quickly and effectively.
Dudayev misses with a looping right.
Bjurstrom blocks a head kick by Dudayev.
Bjurstrom displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dudayev throws out the jab.
Bjurstrom darts in looking for a takedown but Dudayev gets double underhooks and turns Bjurstrom into the cage.
Dudayev chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dudayev misses with a hook
and Bjurstrom counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Dudayev is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Bjurstrom misses with a straight right.
Akhmed Dudayev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dudayev fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bjurstrom on the side of the head.
Dudayev throws a right and a left that Bjurstrom avoids nicely.
Dudayev connects with a high kick. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dudayev throws a push kick but Bjurstrom slaps the foot to one side.
Bjurstrom fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dudayev manages to avoid it.
Dudayev blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
The fighters circling - Dudayev throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A nice inside leg kick there by Dudayev. That's going to slow Bjurstrom down.
Bjurstrom avoids the body shot from Dudayev.
Dudayev blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
A slow jab from Bjurstrom misses its intended target.
Bjurstrom has his takedown stuffed
and Dudayev counters with a head kick. That will keep Bjurstrom thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Akhmed Dudayev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dudayev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bjurstrom is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Dudayev throws a lazy uppercut
and Bjurstrom counters with a nice body shot.
No joy there for Bjurstrom, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses
and Dudayev counters with a left and a right that stings Bjurstrom. #T3#
Dudayev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bjurstrom throws out a counter right but Dudayev avoids it with no problem.
Bjurstrom avoids the head kick by Dudayev.
Dudayev bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dudayev bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#TD2#
Bjurstrom scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB2#
Dudayev is defending against the submission attempts here by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom wants to pass to mount but Dudayev is defending the position. #T4#
Bjurstrom seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom trying to work for an americana but Dudayev has managed to regain full guard. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dudayev dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Dudayev throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bjurstrom works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SU#
Bjurstrom is working an open guard so Dudayev takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Akhmed Dudayev dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick and Dudayev moves out of range easily.
Dudayev blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Dudayev throws a head kick that misses.
Bjurstrom swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bjurstrom avoids the head kick by Dudayev.
Dudayev blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Nice defenses there by Bjurstrom.
Donk. Dudayev catches Bjurstrom right on the button with a cross.
Dudayev misses with a left hand
and Bjurstrom counters with a two punch combo.
Dudayev swinging wildly here.
Bjurstrom avoids the head kick by Dudayev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bjurstrom keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dudayev.
Dudayev blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Dudayev lands a leg kick that knocks Bjurstrom off balance momentarily.
Bjurstrom tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dudayev was well out of range. Poor timing from Bjurstrom.#T1#
Bjurstrom avoids a kick to the body.
Bjurstrom avoids the head kick by Dudayev.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Bjurstrom swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The crowd cheers as Dudayev lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bjurstrom doesn't seem phased though.
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick and Dudayev moves out of range easily.
Good shot there by Bjurstrom.#TD2#
Bjurstrom shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Bjurstrom was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Dudayev wants to get back to his feet but Bjurstrom is dominant here and he's now got Dudayev's back!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dudayev turns into Bjurstrom and is now in his guard. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Dudayev escapes and throws Bjurstrom's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T2#
Dudayev is staying tight to Bjurstrom's torso, preventing him from escaping. #SU#
Dudayev decides to take the fight back to the feet.
A swing and a miss from Dudayev.
Bjurstrom misses with a left hand
and Dudayev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dudayev misses with a shot to the body
and Bjurstrom counters with a huge uppercut, hook combination that drops Dudayev! The ref has seen enough - he's dived in to stop the fight! Brutal strikes by Bjurstrom!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marco Bjurstrom!
A victorious Marco Bjurstrom thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Fright Night!!
Date: Oct 31, 2025

#R1#
Bjurstrom wants to land a leg kick but Peramaki is out of range.
Bjurstrom is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Peramaki.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Peramaki misses with a lunging right hand
and Bjurstrom counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bjurstrom throws a jab but it's blocked by Peramaki. #TD2#
Peramaki gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bjurstrom to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Bjurstrom stopping the sweep attempt from Peramaki.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Peramaki has his foot on Bjurstrom's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bjurstrom works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Peramaki looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Bjurstrom showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1##SUB#
Peramaki working for submissions but it's allowed Bjurstrom to get to half guard.
Peramaki is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Peramaki is trying to maintain the position but Bjurstrom is very close to passing his half guard.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Peramaki manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Peramaki throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Bjurstrom escapes and throws Peramaki's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Peramaki misses with a strike from the bottom.
Peramaki can't do much from the bottom here.
Bjurstrom controls the position. #T3##SUB2#
Bjurstrom thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Bjurstrom has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Peramaki!
Bjurstrom trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Peramaki wants to hold on but Bjurstrom pushes him away.#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.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Peramaki can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bjurstrom looking to control but Peramaki is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Bjurstrom is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Peramaki is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Peramaki has worked his arm free - good work by Peramaki!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Peramaki wants to control but Bjurstrom postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Peramaki defending well as Bjurstrom loads up on a big left hand.
Bjurstrom throws an off balance right hand
letting Peramaki counter with a right hand.
Peramaki tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2#
and Bjurstrom counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Peramaki!
Peramaki is trying to get back to half guard.
Marco Bjurstrom has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bjurstrom wants to control but Peramaki is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom wants to control for a moment but Peramaki uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. #SUB#
Peramaki is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bjurstrom pulls his head out easily. #T1#
Bjurstrom is controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Peramaki is doing well to control the position and prevent Bjurstrom from advancing to side control.
Bjurstrom content to control rather than advance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#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#
Bjurstrom is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Peramaki has managed to free his arm - good work.
Peramaki missing with punches from the bottom.
Peramaki tries to get to full guard but Bjurstrom has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Peramaki is just riding it out for now. Bjurstrom eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3#
Bjurstrom is looking to stall here but Peramaki recovers full guard.
Peramaki keeping moving, preventing Bjurstrom from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Peramaki avoids it easily.
Peramaki swinging wildly here.
Bjurstrom jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Peramaki just misses with a punch to the body.
Bjurstrom has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Peramaki is looking to clinch but Bjurstrom is avoiding it.
Bjurstrom lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kimmo Peramaki is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bjurstrom showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Peramaki.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bjurstrom pivots, looking for a leg kick but Peramaki is out of range and Bjurstrom settles back down.
A little feinted left hand from Peramaki on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bjurstrom staying out of range there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Peramaki slips under a jab.
Peramaki ducks right into an uppercut from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom connects with a nice looking jab.
Peramaki looks to throw the jab but Bjurstrom is out of range.
Peramaki has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bjurstrom.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The fight stays on the outside here - Peramaki looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Peramaki keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Sloppy strikes from Peramaki. Those never looked like landing.
Bjurstrom throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL#
Peramaki instigates a clinch. #T1#
Peramaki jumps guard but Bjurstrom turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Peramaki as Bjurstrom tries to tie him up. #BC2#
Bjurstrom's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bjurstrom fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Peramaki has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bjurstrom swats away the attempt to clinch by Peramaki.#CL#
Bjurstrom gets tackled into the cage by Peramaki. Peramaki maintains the clinch.
Peramaki is trying to pull guard but Bjurstrom turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Peramaki tries to pull guard but Bjurstrom won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kimmo Peramaki. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Bjurstrom breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bjurstrom just misses with a punch to the body.
Peramaki appears to be looking for a big counter.
Peramaki misses with a wild combination.
Kimmo Peramaki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Peramaki shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bjurstrom counters with a thumping low kick.
Bjurstrom uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Peramaki.
Bjurstrom connects with a jab.
Left hook, right uppercut from Bjurstrom.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #ROC2#Peramaki is rocked!
Nice sprawl there from Bjurstrom as Peramaki shoots in.#TD2#
Bjurstrom shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Peramaki throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #T3#
Bjurstrom sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Peramaki's guard.
Bjurstrom controlling the action here.
Peramaki is not content to let Bjurstrom control the position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Peramaki defends it well. #SUB#
Peramaki is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bjurstrom pulls his head out easily.
Peramaki is staying active underneath Bjurstrom, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Peramaki flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Bjurstrom is figuring out what he wants to do next.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bjurstrom works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marco Bjurstrom comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bjurstrom 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight for Marco Bjurstrom!
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight for Marco Bjurstrom!
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight for Marco Bjurstrom!

Marco Bjurstrom wins by unanimous decision!
After winning the bout, Marco Bjurstrom thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: NAFL Fight Night!!
Date: Oct 10, 2025

#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Jones or perhaps it was just good defense by Bjurstrom, which made it look bad. #TD#
Jones closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Jones trying to control the position but Bjurstrom is working away.
Jones lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Bjurstrom is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Bjurstrom's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones is looking to take a break and control but Bjurstrom is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bjurstrom is trying to get back to half guard.#T1#
Jones is looking to take a break and control but Bjurstrom is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bjurstrom is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jones off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking to break Jones's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Jones remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Bjurstrom will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Jones preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Bjurstrom. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom has his arm under Jones's chin here. Game over son! Bjurstrom squeezes tightly and Jones is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Marco Bjurstrom!
A very excited looking Marco Bjurstrom made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: MFC - 105 the final
Date: Sep 13, 2025

#R1#
A combination from Bjurstrom does no damage.
Pizziconi with the counter takedown but Bjurstrom avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom keeps the fight on the outside.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pizziconi is defended easily by Bjurstrom.
Nice takedown defense from Bjurstrom. No joy for Pizziconi on that attempt.
It looked like Bjurstrom was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Pizziconi.
A telegraphed right hand from Bjurstrom misses the target.
Pizziconi blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a straight left. #TD2#
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Pizziconi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Bjurstrom has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Pizziconi can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Pizziconi postures up and lands a big shot to Bjurstrom's brow. #T1##SUB#
Bjurstrom escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Pizziconi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Pizziconi landing some decent shots from guard.
Pizziconi with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Bjurstrom throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Pizziconi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Pizziconi is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Bjurstrom working for a triangle but Pizziconi defends it easily.
Pizziconi lands a couple of digs.#T2#
Pizziconi stays in close to Bjurstrom's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for a guillotine here but Pizziconi defends easily.
Bjurstrom is trying to keep Pizziconi in close.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pizziconi is stalling in the full guard.
Pizziconi connects with a couple of short punches.#T3##SU2#
Pizziconi stands up from Bjurstrom's guard - Pizziconi perhaps looking for a knockout.
Nice defenses there by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bjurstrom tries to avoid it but Pizziconi manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bjurstrom to the ground. Bjurstrom escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Marco Bjurstrom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Nice sprawl there from Bjurstrom as Pizziconi shoots in.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
As Bjurstrom backs off Pizziconi throws a huge counter combo but Bjurstrom manages to avoid it all.#TD2#
Pizziconi scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB2#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bjurstrom defends it well.
Pizziconi wants to free his trapped foot but Bjurstrom is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bjurstrom wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Bjurstrom makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bjurstrom.
Pizziconi trying to control but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Bjurstrom throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Pizziconi 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#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi slips nicely into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi 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#
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses. #TD2#
Pizziconi fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bjurstrom sprawls well initially but Pizziconi persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pizziconi pulls his head out easily.
Pizziconi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bjurstrom does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Pizziconi seems to be working for a kimura but Bjurstrom defends the submission attempt.
Pizziconi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi passes the guard and advances to mount!
Pizziconi dominating with strikes here.#T1#
Pizziconi scoring with strikes but Bjurstrom is staying in there.
Pizziconi lands a big elbow.
Pizziconi scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Bjurstrom?
Bjurstrom is desperately trying to improve his position but Pizziconi has a good base and remains in mount.
Bjurstrom regains half guard.
Pizziconi takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bjurstrom wants to sweep but Pizziconi has passed to side control!
Bjurstrom gets back to half guard.
Pizziconi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ground and pound from Pizziconi. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
Bjurstrom tries to roll over but Pizziconi keeps him under control.
Pizziconi lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Bjurstrom trying to control but Pizziconi postures up.
Pizziconi working Bjurstrom over with strikes.
Bjurstrom trying to control here.
Pizziconi content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T3#
Pizziconi is keen to just control but Bjurstrom is a slippery customer.
Pizziconi slows the pace down in half guard.
Bjurstrom has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pizziconi is working away from the top position though.
Pizziconi lands strikes from half guard.
Pizziconi working over Bjurstrom with some ground and pound. Bjurstrom looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Bjurstrom regains full guard. Nicely done.
Pizziconi lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Bjurstrom is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Pizziconi's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Pizziconi with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Pizziconi defends well.
Pizziconi is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Bjurstrom had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Pizziconi defends it easily.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pizziconi is aware though and is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Pizziconi is working Bjurstrom over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Pizziconi postures up and lands a big shot to Bjurstrom's brow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Bjurstrom lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown but Bjurstrom shows good takedown defense.
Bjurstrom looks to throw the jab but Pizziconi is out of range. #TD2#
Bjurstrom gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Pizziconi postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Pizziconi advances position into side control!
Pizziconi wants to control but Bjurstrom is keeping him busy.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom is trying to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here.#T1#
Pizziconi trying to control the position but Bjurstrom is working away.
Pizziconi scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Bjurstrom to see if he's OK.
Bjurstrom is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Pizziconi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Pizziconi creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Bjurstrom is not content to let Pizziconi control the position.
Pizziconi is working Bjurstrom over with some ground and pound from side control. #T2#
Pizziconi wants to control but Bjurstrom is keeping him busy.
Bjurstrom is looking to reverse the position.
Bjurstrom might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Pizziconi controlling the position from side mount.
Pizziconi scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Bjurstrom to see if he's OK.
Pizziconi scores with a couple of short elbows.
Bjurstrom is looking to regain half guard here but Pizziconi keeps moving and retains side control.
Bjurstrom wants to control but Pizziconi postures up.#T3#
Bjurstrom is looking for a sweep.
The referee asks Pizziconi politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Pizziconi prefers to stall for the moment though.
Pizziconi lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Pizziconi in side control lands a decent elbow. #ROC2#Bjurstrom is rocked!
Bjurstrom tries to improve position but can't.
Oh Bjurstrom is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bjurstrom seems to have got his legs back now.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bjurstrom takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Check out the look on Pizziconi's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Pizziconi works to advance to full mount. Bjurstrom defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Pizziconi cracks Bjurstrom with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Osmany Pizziconi!
Osmany Pizziconi is the new welterweight champion!
Osmany Pizziconi tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: MFC - 102
Date: Sep 04, 2025

#R1##TD2#
Bjurstrom feints and as Kidd raises his hands in defense, Bjurstrom changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Kidd trying to control the position.
Bjurstrom wants to pass the guard but Kidd is keeping the position.
Kidd working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Kidd escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bjurstrom gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bjurstrom not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
It looks like Bjurstrom might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Bjurstrom is continuing to stall.#T1##SUB#
Kidd looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Kidd working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bjurstrom doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bjurstrom manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kidd working a defensive guard here.
Kidd keeping moving, preventing Bjurstrom from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Bjurstrom avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Kidd looking for subs off his back but Bjurstrom has passed one foot through into half guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bjurstrom wants to take a breather but Kidd is having none of it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kidd is looking for a sweep. Bjurstrom is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Still in half guard, Bjurstrom seems content to control.
Kidd wants to control but Bjurstrom is keeping busy.
Bjurstrom is trying to control the action in half guard but Kidd is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kidd tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bjurstrom was well out of range. Poor timing from Kidd.
Sloppy strikes from Kidd. Those never looked like landing.
Bjurstrom displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kidd. #T3#
Kidd lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kidd.
Bjurstrom scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bjurstrom throws a front kick aimed at Kidd's knee but Kidd avoids it well. #TD2#
Bjurstrom looking to score a takedown here. Kidd is defending well but Bjurstrom drives through and ends up in Kidd's guard.
Kidd controls Bjurstrom momentarily but Bjurstrom frees himself.
Kidd looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bjurstrom is one step ahead there.
Bjurstrom stays in close to Kidd's body and controls the position.
Bjurstrom wants to pass the guard but Kidd is keeping the position.#T4##SUB#
Kidd is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bjurstrom passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Bjurstrom wants to control but Kidd is keeping him busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kidd is looking to regain half guard here but Bjurstrom keeps moving and retains side control.
Kidd gets back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
A chopping leg kick lands by Bjurstrom.
Kidd swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bjurstrom with the counter takedown but Kidd avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Kidd avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kidd.
Kidd half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kidd throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bjurstrom showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kidd. #TD#
Kidd throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bjurstrom tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kidd is in Bjurstrom's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kidd landing with the ground and pound.
Kidd wants to control from the top but Bjurstrom keeps moving. #T1#
Kidd stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bjurstrom swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've been hearing good reports from Kidd's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Kidd drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kidd jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Kidd got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bjurstrom has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kidd has managed to get both his arms back between Bjurstrom's legs - danger averted.
Kidd cracks Bjurstrom with a solid left hand.
Kidd wants to control from the top but Bjurstrom keeps moving. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kidd will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
Kidd trying to control but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom has his foot on Kidd's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kidd works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Kidd avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kidd cracks Bjurstrom with a solid left hand.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kidd slips nicely into half guard.#T3#
Bjurstrom regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kidd slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Kidd trying to control the action but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Kidd looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kidd advances nicely into full mount. #ES2#
Bjurstrom bucks Kidd off and manages to get back to his feet! #TD2#
Bjurstrom drives through with a takedown into Kidd's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T4##SUB#
Kidd working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Bjurstrom has passed into half guard!
Bjurstrom is looking to take a break and control but Kidd is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kidd gets back to full guard.
Kidd keeping moving, preventing Bjurstrom from controlling successfully.
Bjurstrom might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kidd haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bjurstrom controlling from the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Marco Bjurstrom will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Kidd takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Kidd takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kidd lands a nice looking body shot.
Kidd throws a combination. Bjurstrom tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Bjurstrom dodges the punch combination from Kidd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kidd fails with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Kidd misses with a hook
and Bjurstrom counters with a left and a right that stings Kidd.
Kidd tries to bum rush Bjurstrom with a series of wild strikes but Bjurstrom uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bjurstrom throws a big shot that misses.
Kidd wants to clinch up but Bjurstrom keeps it at a distance.
Bjurstrom throws a nice outside leg kick.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bjurstrom scores with a one two! Kidd had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Kidd feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bjurstroms jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#TD#
Kidd closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kidd lands in his opponent's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kidd working some strikes from top position.#T2##SUB2#
Bjurstrom had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kidd defends it easily.
Kidd looking to pass the guard.
Bjurstrom is trying to keep Kidd in close.
Kidd postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Bjurstrom working a defensive guard here.
Marco Bjurstrom has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom is looking for a triangle here but Kidd uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
A control attempt from Bjurstrom but he's now mounted!#T3##SUB#
Kidd jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Bjurstrom is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Bjurstrom and Kidd has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Bjurstrom holding on.
Bjurstrom sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Bjurstrom is trying to control but Kidd passes into side control!
Kidd trying to control the action but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom.
Bjurstrom sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bjurstrom slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bjurstrom wants to control the position but Kidd says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kidd stalling away here and it's allowed Bjurstrom to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Kidd loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kidd doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kidd manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kidd wants to control from the top but Bjurstrom keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but William Kidd did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Kidd will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bjurstrom connects with the punch.#TD#
Kidd feints and as Bjurstrom raises his hands in defense, Kidd changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bjurstrom trying to keep a closed guard but Kidd is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom has his feet on Kidd's thighs here. He's pushed Kidd 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! Kidd screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marco Bjurstrom!
Marco Bjurstrom is the new welterweight champion!
Marco Bjurstrom seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
William Kidd spoke after the fight, saying 'Yarr...well fought, lad, but I'll be back for more!'.

Event: MFC - 96
Date: Aug 09, 2025

#R1#
Bjurstrom misses with a wild combination.
Bjurstrom plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Peramaki throws a series of punches but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Peramaki avoids a punch combination nicely.
Peramaki thuds his right hand into Bjurstrom's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Peramaki closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bjurstrom counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Peramaki tries to close the distance and clinch but Bjurstrom swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T1#
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Peramaki throws a jab but it's blocked by Bjurstrom.
Peramaki tries to clinch there but Bjurstrom circles away.
Peramaki gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bjurstrom connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Peramaki misses with a wild combination.
Peramaki is looking to clinch but Bjurstrom is avoiding it.
Bjurstrom throwing a counter right hand but Peramaki manages to avoid it.
Bjurstrom walks into a straight right hand from Peramaki.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Peramaki tries to clinch but Bjurstrom is having none of it.
Bjurstrom is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Peramaki throws a series of punches but Bjurstrom moves out of range. #T2##CL2#
Peramaki gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Bjurstrom manages to break the clinch.
Bjurstrom lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bjurstrom connects with a leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Peramaki bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bjurstrom throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Peramaki to counter with a crisp jab.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bjurstrom looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bjurstrom drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bjurstrom keeps the fight on the outside.
A head kick by Bjurstrom misses
and Peramaki counters with a nice uppercut.
Bjurstrom lands a right hook to the body.
Bjurstrom loads up on a big right hand but Peramaki slips the punch.
Bjurstrom misses with a wild combination. #T3#
Bjurstrom throws a jab but it's blocked by Peramaki.
Bjurstrom avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bjurstrom misses with a double jab.
Peramaki is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Peramaki fails with the takedown.
A quick step to the side and Bjurstrom tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Peramaki looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bjurstrom avoids the body shot from Peramaki.
Bjurstrom half committed to a counter leg kick.
Peramaki is looking to clinch but Bjurstrom is avoiding it.
Bjurstrom scores with a head kick. Peramaki tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Peramaki has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Peramaki tries to clinch there but Bjurstrom circles away.
Bjurstrom fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T4#
Peramaki throws a shot from downtown. Bjurstrom moves away and avoids it.
No joy there for Peramaki, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #TD#
Bjurstrom closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Bjurstrom lands in his opponent's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Peramaki looking for subs off his back but Bjurstrom has passed one foot through into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bjurstrom in particular looking to stall.
Peramaki has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bjurstrom is working away from the top position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that round.
That's time! Bjurstrom's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Peramaki gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bjurstrom throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Peramaki counters with a nice uppercut.
Peramaki throws a right and a left that Bjurstrom avoids nicely.
Peramaki fails to land with a series of punches.
A jab from Bjurstrom misses.
Peramaki is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom jabs Peramaki to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that Peramaki semi-blocks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Bjurstrom is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Peramaki's half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Peramaki actively working from the bottom here.#T1#
Peramaki has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bjurstrom is working away from the top position though.
Bjurstrom is trying to control. Peramaki wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bjurstrom is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Peramaki can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Peramaki looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Peramaki is defending against the submission attempts here by Bjurstrom. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bjurstrom looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Peramaki looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bjurstrom seems to be working for a kimura but Peramaki defends the submission attempt.
Bjurstrom tries to pass the half guard into mount. Peramaki knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T3#
Peramaki moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Bjurstrom might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Peramaki holds on and takes a little breather.
Bjurstrom has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Bjurstrom stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Peramaki swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Peramaki escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bjurstrom gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bjurstrom trying to control the position from guard on top but Peramaki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bjurstrom engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Peramaki is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Peramaki looks to land a left hand but Bjurstrom moved out of range nicely.
Peramaki uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bjurstrom.
Peramaki throws out a counter right but Bjurstrom avoids it with no problem.
Peramaki throws a shot from downtown. Bjurstrom moves away and avoids it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A nice inside leg kick there by Bjurstrom. That's going to slow Peramaki down.
Bjurstrom punishes Peramaki's body with a nice straight punch.
A head kick by Bjurstrom misses
and Peramaki counters with a nice uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Peramaki throws a series of punches but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Peramaki tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bjurstrom counters with a nice uppercut.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Peramaki misses with a hook.
Peramaki moves out of range of the strikes.
Bjurstrom throws a right and a left that Peramaki avoids nicely.
Peramaki wants to counter the offense by Bjurstrom and move into the clinch position.#TD#
Bjurstrom looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Peramaki is trying to keep Bjurstrom in close.
Bjurstrom is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1##SUB2#
Peramaki throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Bjurstrom escapes and throws Peramaki's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Peramaki is being controlled here.
Peramaki is trying to get back to half guard.
Peramaki struggling a bit here.
Bjurstrom staying calm.
Peramaki is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bjurstrom's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Kimmo Peramaki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is working for a kimura but Peramaki is defending it quite comfortably.
Peramaki punching from the bottom.
Peramaki is positioning himself well to prevent Bjurstrom advancing to mount.
Bjurstrom is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T3#
Peramaki is trying to maintain the position but Bjurstrom is very close to passing his half guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Peramaki is controlling Bjurstrom's trapped leg to prevent Bjurstrom from advancing to side control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Peramaki throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bjurstrom fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Peramaki.
Bjurstrom misses with an attempted mid kick.
Peramaki throws a shot from downtown. Bjurstrom moves away and avoids it.
Bjurstrom throwing a counter right hand but Peramaki manages to avoid it.
Bjurstrom misses with a double jab.
Peramaki tries to bum rush Bjurstrom with a series of wild strikes but Bjurstrom uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T4#
Bjurstrom works over Peramaki's head and body with a nice combination.#CL2#
Bjurstrom tries to keep at a distance but Peramaki has taken the fight into the clinch.
Bjurstrom scores with a shot to the side of Peramaki's head.
Peramaki fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A shot in the inside from Bjurstrom.
Peramaki tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Peramaki misses with a hook from the clinch.
Peramaki jumps guard but Bjurstrom turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Marco Bjurstrom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kimmo Peramaki.
Peramaki misses with a punch on the inside.
Peramaki tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bjurstrom just stands there and leans against the cage.
Bjurstrom lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bjurstrom lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Peramaki tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bjurstrom just stands there and leans against the cage.
Peramaki takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Marco Bjurstrom is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Peramaki tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marco Bjurstrom showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bjurstrom 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: MFC - 93
Date: Jul 26, 2025

#R1#
Good looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bjurstrom is fending him off so far but Good persists. Nope, Bjurstrom circles away and we're back to standing.
Bjurstrom lands a lovely overhand right.
Bjurstrom scores with a head kick. Good tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT#It looks like Keegan Good has been cut.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bjurstrom scores with a jab. Good acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #ROC#Good is rocked!
Good is keeping his hands low and just asking to be knocked out. Bjurstrom Raises his leg and lands a stunning axe kick! Good is out cold, face down on the mat!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Marco Bjurstrom!
A relieved looking Marco Bjurstrom thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: MFC - 90
Date: Jul 12, 2025

#R1#
Bjurstrom throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Holy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Bjurstrom looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Holy!
Holy is looking to regain half guard here but Bjurstrom keeps moving and retains side control.
Holy sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Holy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bjurstrom tries to stand but can't do so whilst Holy controls his leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holy wants to get back to full guard.
Holy is not content to let Bjurstrom control the position.
Holy trying to control but Bjurstrom postures up. #T1#
Bjurstrom wants to take a breather but Holy is having none of it. #SUB#
Bjurstrom seems to be looking for submissions.
Bjurstrom prevents Holy from improving his position.
Holy manages to get to full guard.
Bjurstrom preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Holy throws his legs up looking for a submission but Bjurstrom uses it to pass to side control.
Bjurstrom wants to lay and pray for a moment but Holy keeps working. #T2#
Holy is looking to reverse the position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Holy has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T3#
Holy is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bjurstrom's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Holy works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bjurstrom trying to control but Holy is working from the bottom.
Bjurstrom controlling from the top position.
Holy is trying to keep Bjurstrom in close. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Holy keeping moving, preventing Bjurstrom from controlling successfully.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Bjurstrom wants to pass the guard but Holy is keeping the position.
Holy keeping moving, preventing Bjurstrom from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bjurstrom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Holy cracks Bjurstrom with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Holy throws a hook but Bjurstrom avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Olly Holy will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Holy tries to clinch but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bjurstrom looks to land a left hand but Holy moved out of range nicely.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bjurstrom turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Holy wants to counter the offense by Bjurstrom and move into the clinch position.
Bjurstrom looks to land a combination but Holy avoids it well.
Bjurstrom tries to move into range but Holy moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Holy tries to clinch up.
Holy misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom ducks under a wild hook from Holy.#TD#
Bjurstrom gets the takedown into side control.
Holy tries to buck Bjurstrom off but Bjurstrom is having none of it.#T1#
Holy can't do much from the bottom here.
Holy manages to work his way to half guard, despite Bjurstrom's best efforts.
Bjurstrom is thwarting Holy's attempts to control the position.
Holy controlling the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bjurstrom wants to control but Holy is keeping him busy.
Bjurstrom seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Holy wants to improve his position but Bjurstrom is controlling well. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is looking for a kimura but Holy is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bjurstrom to get the leverage.
Bjurstrom seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Holy does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bjurstrom avoids a punch combination nicely.
Good shot there by Holy.#T3#
A jab from Holy misses.
Holy is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Bjurstrom shoots for a double leg takedown but Holy sprawls well. He's pushed Bjurstrom's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Holy throws a jab but it's blocked by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a quick counter head kick but Holy was just out of range.
Olly Holy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Holy has closed the distance and engaged Bjurstrom in a clinch.
Bjurstrom lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Holy tries to score a body lock takedown but Bjurstrom shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Bjurstrom misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Holy is trying to pull guard but Bjurstrom turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bjurstrom scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Holy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bjurstrom can't break the clinch.
Bjurstrom swings wildly with an uppercut but Holy uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
A shot in the inside from Holy.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom tries to throw a body punch but Holy avoids it by throwing Bjurstrom back against the cage. #BC#
Bjurstrom's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bjurstrom lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick and Holy moves out of range easily.
Holy darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bjurstrom lands with a slapping head kick.
Jab by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a straight right.
Holy throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Bjurstrom counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Holy keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Bjurstrom. Holy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Holy misses with an uppercut.
Bjurstrom appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bjurstrom tries a low kick but Holy avoids it.
Bjurstrom is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Holy looks to land a combination. Bjurstrom sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Holy swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Holy can do to turn this around?
Bjurstrom moves out of range of the strikes.
Olly Holy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Holy listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom connects with a solid leg kick.
Bjurstrom needs to keep his hands up - Holy had a free shot at his head there.
Holy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bjurstrom gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Holy.#T1#
Holy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bjurstrom. Bjurstrom obviously looking to wear him down.
Holy jabs at Bjurstrom's body.
Holy feints a jab promting Bjurstrom to slip. Holy then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Bjurstrom slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Bjurstrom takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bjurstrom throws a lazy head kick
and Holy counters with a nice uppercut.
A low kick from Bjurstrom is predictable there
and Holy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Holy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bjurstrom throws out the jab.
Holy throws a hook but Bjurstrom avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Holy manages to avoid it.
Bjurstrom will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T2#
Bjurstrom tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Holy swivels and escapes.
Holy looks to land a right hand but Bjurstrom moved out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Holy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bjurstrom.
Holy is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Holy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bjurstrom throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Holy! But no joy.
Bjurstrom misses with a body shot.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bjurstrom goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A little jabbing left from Holy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Holy takes a swing at Bjurstrom's ribcage but misses.
Bjurstrom throws a big counter combination but Holy scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD#
Holy gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bjurstrom to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Holy is trying to control the position but Bjurstrom postures up. #T3#
Holy pulls Bjurstrom in close to prevent any damage.
Holy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Holy from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is looking for a triangle but Holy pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Holy avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Holy forces his way into half guard.#T4#
Holy prevents Bjurstrom from improving his position.#SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions off his back.
Holy wants to free his trapped foot but Bjurstrom is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Holy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bjurstrom does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Holy prevents Bjurstrom from improving his position.
Holy is pressing down on Bjurstrom's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bjurstrom is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Holy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bjurstrom defends it well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Olly Holy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Holy 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Olly Holy!
During a confident post fight interview, Olly Holy thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: MFC - 87
Date: Jun 28, 2025

#R1#
Kidd fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bjurstrom manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Kidd feints and as Bjurstrom raises his hands in defense, Kidd changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bjurstrom working a defensive guard here.
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Kidd from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is looking for a triangle but Kidd pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Bjurstrom had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kidd defends it easily.
Bjurstrom is trying to keep Kidd in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kidd trying to control but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bjurstrom holds on and takes a little breather.
My spies in Crapollas Gym inform me that Kidd has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T1#
Bjurstrom preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kidd trying to control but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom.
Bjurstrom is trying to control the position but Kidd postures up.
Kidd throws a big elbow that misses.
Kidd looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kidd with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kidd defends well.
Kidd stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bjurstrom swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Kidd from controlling successfully.
Bjurstrom keeping full guard, as Kidd tries to pass.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#SUB#
Bjurstrom has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kidd can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bjurstrom is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bjurstrom might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Kidd from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kidd is aware though and is defending well.
Kidd throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kidd scoring with punches to the head and body.
Bjurstrom trying to control the position. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for a guillotine here but Kidd defends easily.
Kidd postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T4#
Kidd chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is looking for a triangle but Kidd pushes his legs off easily.
Kidd wants to control from the top but Bjurstrom keeps moving.
Kidd lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kidd is aware though and is defending well.
Kidd working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kidd throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bjurstrom works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Bjurstrom controls Kidd momentarily but Kidd frees himself.
Kidd lands a couple of digs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

William Kidd dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Bjurstrom slips a jab and a cross from Kidd.
Bjurstrom swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kidd makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kidd throws a looping overhand right but Bjurstrom ducks down to avoid it.
Bjurstrom lands an overhand right.
Kidd avoids the body shot from Bjurstrom.
Kidd blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Kidd shoots for a double leg takedown but Bjurstrom sprawls well. He's pushed Kidd's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bjurstrom scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kidd bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kidd moves out of range of the strikes.
Kidd throws a counter combo.
Nice shot lands for Kidd.
Bjurstrom swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bjurstrom avoids the body shot from Kidd.
Kidd misses with a wild body shot.
Bjurstrom is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Kidd takes a swing at Bjurstrom's ribcage but misses.
Bjurstrom throws a good cross that connects.
Bjurstrom misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kidd sizes up Bjurstrom with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kidd shoots in for a takedown but Bjurstrom shows good takedown defense.
Kidd scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bjurstrom doesn't seem bothered though.
Kidd is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bjurstrom rather than just go for the knockout.
Bjurstrom misses with a looping right.
William Kidd seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Kidd swinging wildly here.
Bjurstrom feinted with a counter takedown.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt. #TD2#
Kidd closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kidd lands in his opponent's guard.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Bjurstrom is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kidd cracks Bjurstrom with a solid left hand.
Kidd wants to pass the guard but Bjurstrom is keeping the position.
Bjurstrom is trying to control the position from the bottom.
William Kidd has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kidd postures up and lands a big shot to Bjurstrom's brow. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Bjurstrom working for a triangle but Kidd defends it easily. #T3##SUB2#
Kidd is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Kidd from controlling successfully.
Bjurstrom is trying to control the position but Kidd postures up.
Kidd is pushing down on Bjurstrom's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bjurstrom is fighting to maintain full guard but Kidd has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kidd working the head and body with strikes.
Bjurstrom is looking to improve his position. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kidd works his foot free and advances to mount.
Bjurstrom tries to reverse the position but Kidd maintains control.
Kidd has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bjurstrom is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Kidd looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Kidd has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kidd lands a big shot there that rocks Bjurstrom but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

William Kidd showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Kidd scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bjurstrom in his tracks.
Kidd fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bjurstrom swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kidd looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD2#
Kidd closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bjurstrom did well to prevent Kidd getting side control.
Bjurstrom wants to control but Kidd is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kidd looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bjurstrom with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Bjurstrom tries to get to full guard but Kidd has control of the leg. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions off his back.
Kidd sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bjurstrom defending well though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kidd has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Kidd trying to control but Bjurstrom is having none of it. #T1#
Kidd raining down shots from the mount!
Bjurstrom tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kidd controlling from mount.
Bjurstrom gets back to half guard.
Kidd looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bjurstrom with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kidd lands a nice short elbow.
Kidd lands strikes from half guard.
Kidd scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T2#
Bjurstrom trying to control but Kidd postures up. #SUB2#
Kidd is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bjurstrom defends it well. #SUB2#
Kidd is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Kidd not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Bjurstrom keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Kidd is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bjurstrom defends it well. #T3#
Kidd is thwarting Bjurstrom's attempts to control the position.
Kidd looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bjurstrom with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kidd not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
William Kidd is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bjurstrom tries to roll over but Kidd keeps him under control.
Kidd landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Bjurstrom won't allow Kidd to pass to mount. #T4#
Bjurstrom tries to get to full guard but Kidd has control of the leg.
Bjurstrom wants to control but Kidd is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kidd trying to control the action but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bjurstrom works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kidd's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kidd wants to control from the top but Bjurstrom keeps moving.
Kidd works a leg free and moves into half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
William Kidd comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kidd 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:30
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... William Kidd!
William Kidd took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'Aye, lads! Hoist the Flag! The day is ours! Join us on the boat, me hearties!'.

Event: MFC - 84
Date: Jun 14, 2025

#R1##CL#
Peramaki moves into the clinch.
Bjurstrom wants to stall. #BC2#
Bjurstrom's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sloppy strikes from Bjurstrom. Those never looked like landing.
Peramaki swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Peramaki blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Peramaki tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD2#
Peramaki gets caught flat footed, as Bjurstrom shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB#
Peramaki is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Peramaki's guard.
Bjurstrom trying to mount his opponent but Peramaki defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Peramaki tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Peramaki won't allow Bjurstrom to pass to mount. #SUB#
Peramaki looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bjurstrom has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Peramaki keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Peramaki is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Bjurstrom locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Peramaki is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marco Bjurstrom!
Marco Bjurstrom seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: MFC - 82
Date: Jun 05, 2025

#R1#
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Custer pushes Bjurstrom away with a front kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Bjurstrom misses the target.
Custer lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bjurstrom's sensitive parts.
Bjurstrom rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Custer moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Custer tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bjurstrom swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bjurstrom misses the shot to the body.
Custer blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Nice straight punches there by Bjurstrom. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bjurstrom.
Custer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bjurstrom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom misses with a body kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick. #CL#
Custer pushes Bjurstrom up against the cage in a clinch.
Bjurstrom keeps control of Custer as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC2#
Bjurstrom breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1#
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick and Custer moves out of range easily. #CL#
Custer closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Custer just leaning against Bjurstrom, taking a breather. #TD#
Custer drags the fight down to the ground.
Custer is looking to sweep but instead, Bjurstrom has passed into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Custer sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom wants to work for an arm triangle but Custer is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Custer is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Marco Bjurstrom!
An out of breath Marco Bjurstrom thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: MFC - 80
Date: May 29, 2025

#R1#
Bjurstrom stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bjurstrom wants it to stay on the feet.
Bjurstrom scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bjurstrom but Bjurstrom pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom. #TD#
Pizziconi gets the takedown into side control.
Pizziconi is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Bjurstrom's shoulder. That is not cool.
Bjurstrom tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Pizziconi happy to just control the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bjurstrom tries to buck Pizziconi off but Pizziconi is having none of it.
Pizziconi in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Pizziconi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bjurstrom keeps working. #T1#
Pizziconi working away.
Bjurstrom tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Pizziconi wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Bjurstrom takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Pizziconi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bjurstrom keeps working.
Bjurstrom regains half guard there - taking advantage of Pizziconi's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Pizziconi wants to free his trapped foot but Bjurstrom is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bjurstrom has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Pizziconi looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bjurstrom with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Pizziconi looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T2#
Bjurstrom is looking to improve his position.
Pizziconi slows the pace down in half guard.
Bjurstrom wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pizziconi pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Pizziconi is working for an americana but Bjurstrom has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Pizziconi was thinking about the submission.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for subs off his back but Pizziconi has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Bjurstrom wants to improve his position but Pizziconi is controlling well. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom actively working from the bottom here.
Pizziconi winds up and cracks Bjurstrom with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Bjurstrom is looking for a sweep. Pizziconi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pizziconi is trying to control the action in half guard but Bjurstrom is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bjurstrom defends it well.
Pizziconi takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Pizziconi working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Pizziconi lands a nice short elbow.
Pizziconi is thwarting Bjurstrom's attempts to control the position.
Bjurstrom is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Pizziconi controlling the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a takedown. Bjurstrom tries to sprawl out of it but Pizziconi keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bjurstrom manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Bjurstrom.
You can see the frustration on Pizziconi's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi manages to get back to half guard.#T1#
Bjurstrom controlling the pace.
Bjurstrom wants to free his trapped foot but Pizziconi is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Pizziconi is looking to control Bjurstrom's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pizziconi avoid being mounted?
Pizziconi is doing well to control the position and prevent Bjurstrom from advancing to side control.
Bjurstrom is thwarting Pizziconi's attempts to control the position.
Pizziconi is looking to improve his position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Pizziconi is defending against the submission attempts here by Bjurstrom.
Pizziconi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pizziconi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Pizziconi throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bjurstrom tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Pizziconi is in Bjurstrom's guard.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Pizziconi can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Bjurstrom trying to control the position. #T3#
Pizziconi is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Pizziconi's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Pizziconi avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Pizziconi connects with a couple of short punches.
Pizziconi 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. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pizziconi lands a couple of elbows.
Bjurstrom controls Pizziconi momentarily but Pizziconi frees himself.
Pizziconi will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for a guillotine here but Pizziconi defends easily.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Bjurstrom keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bjurstrom trying to keep a closed guard but Pizziconi is proving a slippery customer.
Pizziconi controlling from the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Pizziconi darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and Bjurstrom counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Bjurstrom tries to free his leg and advance position but Pizziconi is retaining full guard.
Pizziconi 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.
Osmany Pizziconi overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bjurstrom trying to control but Pizziconi is working from the bottom.
Bjurstrom won't allow Pizziconi to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T1#
Pizziconi wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pizziconi dives in for a single leg takedown but Bjurstrom sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Bjurstrom is trying to break free.
Pizziconi is working for takedown but Bjurstrom is calmly controlling the position for now.
Pizziconi goes for a takedown in the clinch but Bjurstrom prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi is working for takedown but Bjurstrom is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC2#
Bjurstrom manages to break the clinch.
Bjurstrom lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Pizziconi is looking to clinch but Bjurstrom is avoiding it. #T2##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Bjurstrom.
Pizziconi tries to bench press Bjurstrom off him but Bjurstrom keeps the position.
Bjurstrom remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Bjurstrom tries to advance to mount but can't.
Bjurstrom laying and praying for a moment but Pizziconi takes advantage and regains half guard.
Bjurstrom trying to control the action but Pizziconi is working from the bottom.
Osmany Pizziconi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Pizziconi keeping control of the position.
Bjurstrom wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pizziconi keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pizziconi desperately trying to maintain half guard.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Pizziconi tries to roll over but Bjurstrom keeps him under control.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Pizziconi tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bjurstrom sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pizziconi somewhat.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bjurstrom! But no joy.
Pizziconi ducks under a wild hook from Bjurstrom.
Pizziconi attempts a counter takedown but Bjurstrom avoids it well and moves away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Bjurstrom shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Pizziconi's guard.
Bjurstrom preventing the sweep.
Marco Bjurstrom has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pizziconi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marco Bjurstrom comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Pizziconi 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: MFC - 76
Date: May 10, 2025

#R1#
A big left from Bjurstrom misses.
Bjurstrom avoids a punch combination nicely. #TD#
Bjurstrom feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Pizziconi keeping moving, preventing Bjurstrom from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Pizziconi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bjurstrom is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Our spies down at at London MMA Club inform us that Pizziconi has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Pizziconi holds on and takes a little breather.
Pizziconi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bjurstrom is one step ahead there. #T1#
Bjurstrom trying to control the position from guard on top but Pizziconi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bjurstrom engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Bjurstrom trying to control but Pizziconi is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bjurstrom lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Pizziconi fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bjurstrom avoids it really well and circles away.
Pizziconi takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The fighters circling - Bjurstrom throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Good standup being displayed there by Pizziconi as he connects with a hook.
Bjurstrom stuffs the takedown.
Bjurstrom throws a body shot but no joy.
Osmany Pizziconi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pizziconi walks into a straight right hand from Bjurstrom.#T3##CL2#
Pizziconi moves into the clinch successfully.
Pizziconi tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bjurstrom smiles and moves away.
Marco Bjurstrom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bjurstrom as he avoids it easily.
Pizziconi lands with a nice combination. Bjurstrom backs away looking to recover.#CL2#
Pizziconi fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bjurstrom, pushing him back against the cage.
Pizziconi drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bjurstrom pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL2#
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches.
Bjurstrom can't find room to land a body shot as Pizziconi controls the action. #BC#
Bjurstrom manages to break the clinch.
A slow jab from Bjurstrom misses its intended target.
A telegraphed right hand from Bjurstrom misses the target.
Bjurstrom scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick and Pizziconi moves out of range easily.
Pizziconi unleashes a big counter combination but Bjurstrom bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T4##TD#
Bjurstrom shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Bjurstrom was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Pizziconi wants to control but Bjurstrom postures up.#SUB#
Bjurstrom working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Pizziconi tries to buck Bjurstrom off but Bjurstrom is having none of it.
Pizziconi is still trying to improve position.
Bjurstrom trying to control the action but Pizziconi is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bjurstrom dips to his left and cracks Pizziconi with an uppercut!#TD2#
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bjurstrom is trying to defend but Pizziconi finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Bjurstrom trying to control but Pizziconi postures up.
Pizziconi takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pizziconi pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom tries to get to full guard but Pizziconi has control of the leg.
Pizziconi drops an elbow to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Pizziconi looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T1#
Bjurstrom wants to improve his position but Pizziconi is controlling well.
Osmany Pizziconi has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bjurstrom holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Bjurstrom might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Pizziconi is thwarting Bjurstrom's attempts to control the position.
Bjurstrom wants to get back to full guard but Pizziconi has passed into side control.
Pizziconi working the ground and pound from side control.
Pizziconi lands a decent elbow from side control.
Pizziconi scoring with punches and elbows.
Bjurstrom is trying to get back to half guard.
Pizziconi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pizziconi lands a decent elbow from side control.
Pizziconi trying to control the action but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom. #T2#
Pizziconi landing a few strikes.
Pizziconi is chipping away with strikes.
Pizziconi landing strikes.
Bjurstrom tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pizziconi controlling from side mount. #T3#
Pizziconi working away.
Bjurstrom is looking for a sweep.
Bjurstrom is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Bjurstrom has hold of Pizziconi's hands but Pizziconi slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Pizziconi takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Bjurstrom trying to hold on to Pizziconi's head to control him but Pizziconi postures up.
Pizziconi controlling the action here.
Pizziconi working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T4#
Pizziconi winds up and cracks Bjurstrom with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Pizziconi is looking to take a break and control but Bjurstrom is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pizziconi looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Well, if Pizziconi 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.
Bjurstrom has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pizziconi is working away from the top position though.
Pizziconi seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Bjurstrom is trying to maintain the position but Pizziconi is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Osmany Pizziconi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Pizziconi changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bjurstrom tries to avoid it but Pizziconi manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bjurstrom to the ground. Bjurstrom escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Pizziconi.
Bjurstrom plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a takedown but Bjurstrom manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pizziconi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Marco Bjurstrom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Osmany Pizziconi.
Bjurstrom jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Pizziconi goes for a double leg but Bjurstrom avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bjurstrom continues to drive forward.
Pizziconi shoots in looking for a takedown but Bjurstrom manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pizziconi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bjurstrom tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pizziconi was well out of range. Poor timing from Bjurstrom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi shoots in but no luck this time.
Bjurstrom throws a big counter combination but Pizziconi scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
A big right from Bjurstrom misses.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Bjurstrom sizes up Pizziconi with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bjurstrom is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T1#
Pizziconi fails to land the takedown.
Bjurstrom throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bjurstrom pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Pizziconi back to the cage. Bjurstrom follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CL2#
Pizziconi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bjurstrom has a couple of punches blocked by Pizziconi.
Pizziconi wants a takedown. #BC#
Bjurstrom breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bjurstrom uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Marco Bjurstrom is winning the standup battle so far.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Pizziconi moves out of range.
Pizziconi slips a straight right by Bjurstrom.
Pizziconi tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Pizziconi shoots in and bounces Bjurstrom off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully. #T2#
Bjurstrom looking to control. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for a guillotine here but Pizziconi defends easily.
Pizziconi controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Bjurstrom has his foot on Pizziconi's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pizziconi works his way back into a safe position though.
Pizziconi wanted to stand there but Bjurstrom had control of the position.
Pizziconi lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T3#
Bjurstrom can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pizziconi controls the pace.
Pizziconi throwing strikes from guard but Bjurstrom blocks nicely.
Pizziconi trying to control but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom.
Pizziconi tries to free his leg and advance position but Bjurstrom is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Pizziconi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CL2#
Bjurstrom gets tackled into the cage by Pizziconi. Pizziconi maintains the clinch.
Bjurstrom can't break the clinch. #T4#
Pizziconi goes for a takedown attempt but Bjurstrom pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
A jab from Bjurstrom misses.
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Pizziconi misses with a low kick.
Bjurstrom half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook.
Pizziconi throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bjurstrom's waist but Bjurstrom gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pizziconi off to one side.
Bjurstrom fails with a takedown attempt.
Pizziconi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bjurstrom swivels and escapes.
Pizziconi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#TD#
Bjurstrom drives through with a takedown into Pizziconi's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Pizziconi to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Bjurstrom is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Pizziconi pulls down on the head and he's put Bjurstrom to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Osmany Pizziconi!
In his post fight interview, Osmany Pizziconi started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: MFC - 73
Date: Apr 26, 2025

#R1#
Crowder darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bjurstrom takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bjurstrom takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Crowder throws a lazy right hand but Bjurstrom sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bjurstrom is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Crowder bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bjurstrom's head backwards.
Boyd Crowder seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Crowder tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bjurstrom paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bjurstrom checks a low kick from Crowder.
Bjurstrom is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Crowder throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bjurstrom displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Crowder throws out the jab.
Bjurstrom swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Crowder shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bjurstrom pinned against the cage. Bjurstrom gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick. #TD#
Crowder shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bjurstrom manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bjurstrom is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Crowder slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Bjurstrom controls Crowder momentarily but Crowder frees himself. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Crowder is aware though and is defending well.
Crowder working some strikes from top position.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom is looking for a triangle but Crowder pushes his legs off easily.
Crowder landing with the ground and pound.
Crowder has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Crowder's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T2#
Crowder working some strikes from top position.
Crowder slips nicely into half guard.
Crowder is thwarting Bjurstrom's attempts to control the position.
Crowder winds up and cracks Bjurstrom with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Bjurstrom tries to roll over but Crowder keeps him under control.
Bjurstrom on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bjurstrom trying to control but Crowder postures up.
Bjurstrom is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Crowder's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Crowder's back!
Will Bjurstrom go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Crowder trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T3#
Crowder is in bad spot here.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Bjurstrom's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
You can see the frustration on Crowder's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Bjurstrom trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Crowder doesn't escape. #T4#
Bjurstrom gets his hands free as Crowder looks to control.
Crowder is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Aleksandar Top Team, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Crowder's chin but Crowder turns very nicely into Bjurstrom's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Crowder.
Crowder keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Crowder working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Crowder trying to control the position from guard on top but Bjurstrom is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Crowder chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyd Crowder dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Crowder wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Crowder throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bjurstrom sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Crowder moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nice defenses there by Crowder.
Crowder misses the shot to the body.
It seemed like Bjurstrom was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bjurstrom takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Boyd Crowder is winning the standup battle so far.
Crowder shoots and misses
and Bjurstrom counters with a two punch combo.
Bjurstrom keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Crowder is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bjurstrom can do to turn this around?
Crowder throws a looping overhand right but Bjurstrom ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crowder throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bjurstrom counters with a nice uppercut.
Crowder smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bjurstrom will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Crowder appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Crowder misses with a looping right.#T1#
Crowder tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bjurstrom tries to bum rush Crowder with a series of wild strikes but Crowder uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Crowder avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Crowder misses with a hook.
Crowder tries to clinch but Bjurstrom moves away
and Bjurstrom counters with a good low kick that Crowder was not able to check.
Bjurstrom rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Crowder moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Crowder connects with a body shot.
Bjurstrom misses with a looping left.
Bjurstrom with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Crowder to score with a decent uppercut.
Crowder motions for Bjurstrom to come forward. Crowder throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bjurstrom lunges at Crowder with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Crowder's hand.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Crowder misses with a combination
and Bjurstrom counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
The fighters circle momentarily. Crowder darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A swing and a miss from Crowder.
Bjurstrom takes one to the side of the head.
Crowder swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Crowder sizes up Bjurstrom with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A combination from Crowder does no damage. #TD#
Crowder throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bjurstrom tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Crowder is in Bjurstrom's guard.
Crowder working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Crowder's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Bjurstrom seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Crowder trying to control but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom.
Bjurstrom trying to control the position. #T3#
Bjurstrom is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Crowder trying to control the position from guard on top but Bjurstrom is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Crowder pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bjurstrom is keeping the position for now.
Bjurstrom trying to control the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Crowder gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Crowder is trying to drag Bjurstrom to the mat but Bjurstrom just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boyd Crowder. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bjurstrom stalls.
Crowder takes a shot to the head.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bjurstrom cracks Crowder with a nice body shot.
Bjurstrom blocking some punches.
Crowder struggles to land a body shot inside as Bjurstrom controls his hands.
Bjurstrom wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Crowder has him pressed against the cage.
Bjurstrom is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Bjurstrom is pressed up against the cage. Crowder has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Bjurstrom down to the mat. Bjurstrom avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Crowder thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bjurstrom tries to bum rush Crowder with a series of wild strikes but Crowder uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Crowder throws a leg kick but Bjurstrom checks it.
Bjurstrom goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
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 Boyd Crowder will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Bjurstrom looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Crowder is looking to counter punch.
Crowder is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Crowder connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bjurstrom jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Crowder tries to clinch but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bjurstrom connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Crowder with the inside leg kick.
Crowder misses the shot to the body.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crowder lands a right hook to the body.
Nice shot lands for Crowder.
Bjurstrom misses with a straight right.
Crowder misses with an uppercut.
Crowder misses with a few strikes there. #T1##CL#
Crowder closes the distance and clinches.
Crowder blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Crowder's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bjurstrom misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Crowder is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Bjurstrom throws a head punch that misses.
Bjurstrom tries to work over Crowder's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Bjurstrom pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Crowder will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bjurstrom swings widly with a right hand
and Crowder counters with a nice uppercut.
Crowder connects with a jab.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Crowder moves out of range.
Crowder displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bjurstrom throws out the jab.
Crowder appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Crowder lands a jab to the nose.
Bjurstrom moves out of range as Crowder strikes.#T2#
Bjurstrom throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Crowder fails with the takedown.
Crowder lands a nice looking body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Crowder shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Bjurstrom eats them both and turns towards Crowder to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook. Crowder ducked under it nicely.
Bjurstrom throws a one two combo.
Bjurstrom 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.#TD#
Crowder feints and as Bjurstrom raises his hands in defense, Crowder changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Crowder defends it easily.
Crowder postures up. #T3#
Crowder postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Crowder stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bjurstrom swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Crowder connects with a couple of short punches.
Crowder wants to control from the top but Bjurstrom keeps moving.
Crowder is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Crowder content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Crowder working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bjurstrom's head.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Crowder working some strikes from top position.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bjurstrom trying to keep a closed guard but Crowder is proving a slippery customer.
Crowder working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Crowder lands a couple of digs.
Crowder working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyd Crowder clearly takes 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.#R4#
Crowder is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bjurstrom jabbing away but nothing is landing.
As Bjurstrom tries to get set, Crowder tries to push him back and clinch up but Bjurstrom manages to avoid the attempt.#TD#
Crowder closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Bjurstrom's guard.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Crowder defends well.
Crowder makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Crowder lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Crowder is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom trying to control the position here. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T1#
Crowder makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Crowder from controlling successfully.
Crowder is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Bjurstrom wants to control but Crowder passes easily into half guard.
Boyd Crowder overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Crowder works his way into side control.
Crowder in side control lands a decent elbow. #SUB#
Crowder working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Bjurstrom has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Crowder working the body and head with strikes. #T2#
Bjurstrom is not content to let Crowder control the position.
Bjurstrom is looking to regain half guard here but Crowder keeps moving and retains side control.
Bjurstrom keeps trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Crowder lands a nice forearm strike.
Crowder working the head with strikes.
Bjurstrom tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Crowder landing strikes.
Crowder in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #ROC#Bjurstrom is rocked!
Bjurstrom taking a bit of punishment here - Crowder scoring with strikes.
Bjurstrom is still in real trouble! Can Crowder finish him?
Bjurstrom struggling a bit here.
Bjurstrom tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bjurstrom takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Bjurstrom tries to improve position but can't.
Crowder lands a decent elbow from side control.
Bjurstrom on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Crowder in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Bjurstrom looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Crowder turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Boyd Crowder!
Boyd Crowder retains his welterweight title!

Event: MFC - 67
Date: Apr 05, 2025

#R1#
Glover tries to clinch but Bjurstrom is having none of it.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that Glover semi-blocks.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Glover with a poor takedown
letting Bjurstrom counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Glover clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Bjurstrom breaks from the clinch.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick
and Glover counters with a two punch combo.
Bjurstrom lands with a straight right. Glover didn't see that one coming.
Glover avoids the body shot from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom staying out of range there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Glover instigates a clinch.
Bjurstrom working aggressively here. #BC#
Bjurstrom escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Glover closes the distance and clinches. #T1#
A short right from Bjurstrom on the inside.
Bjurstrom pressing his opponent against the cage.
Glover has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Bjurstrom scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Glover tries to circle away but Bjurstrom has him pinned against the cage.
Bjurstrom is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Bjurstrom tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bjurstrom scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Still in the clinch, Bjurstrom scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bjurstrom misses with a punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom prevents a body shot from Glover.
Bjurstrom lands with a short shot to the head.
Bjurstrom working aggressively here. #T2#
Bjurstrom can't find room to land a body shot as Glover controls the action.
Bjurstrom misses with the head strike.
Glover wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC#
Bjurstrom's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Glover has Bjurstrom up against the cage in a clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bjurstrom.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Glover blocking some punches.
Glover is trying to break free.
Glover wants to stall.
Glover looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Glover working hard to break the clinch.
Bjurstrom misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bjurstrom makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook to the ribs. #T3#
Bjurstrom works on Glover's body with a couple of short punches.
Glover throws a punch but it's blocked by Bjurstrom. #BC#
Bjurstrom breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Bjurstrom shoots in but Glover avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Glover jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bjurstrom takes one to the chin there.#CL2#
Glover moves into the clinch.
Glover wants to break free but Bjurstrom has control.
Bjurstrom scores with a shoulder strike.
Glover is trying to break the clinch but Bjurstrom has him pressed against the cage.
Bjurstrom tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Glover's elbow.
A right hook to the body lands for Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Bjurstrom has a couple of punches blocked by Glover. #BC#
Bjurstrom manages to break the clinch.
Glover is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Bjurstrom.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A chopping leg kick lands by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a combination. Glover tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#ROC#Glover is rocked!#CL2#
Glover clinches.
Glover is still on wobbly legs! Can Bjurstrom finish him?#BC2#
Glover's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Glover seems to have recovered his senses.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bjurstrom works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bjurstrom misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bjurstrom prevents a body shot from Glover.
Bjurstrom being controlled against the cage.#BC#
Bjurstrom breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Bjurstrom lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bjurstrom throws a leg kick which misses Glover's front leg but catches the back leg as Glover tries to avoid it.
Glover takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Glover takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Glover wants to clinch.
Bjurstrom tests Glover's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Glover fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Glover clinches up with Bjurstrom and pushes him back against the cage.
Bjurstrom lands a nice shot to the body.
Bjurstrom gets through Glover's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
Bjurstrom lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bjurstrom doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Glover's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bjurstrom, as that shot connected.
The crowd cheers as Bjurstrom lands an impressive looking overhand right. Glover doesn't seem phased though.
Whack! Bjurstrom lands a heavy head kick that drops Glover. The ref tackles Bjurstrom to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Glover was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Marco Bjurstrom!
A very excited looking Marco Bjurstrom made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: MFC - 64
Date: Mar 27, 2025

#R1#
Saputra misses with an uppercut
and Bjurstrom counters with a three punch combo that has Saputra backing up. Saputra nods at Bjurstrom to acknowledge the strikes.
Saputra fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bjurstrom manages to avoid it.
Saputra takes a swing at Bjurstrom's ribcage but misses.
Bjurstrom throws a right hand that Saputra ducks under and follows up with a left that Saputra also avoids with ease.
Saputra tests Bjurstrom's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Saputra throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bjurstrom keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Saputra blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Saputra misses with the combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saputra dodges the punch combination from Bjurstrom.
Saputra misses with a straight right.
Bjurstrom looks to score with a jab to the body but Saputra is just out of range.
Saputra looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bjurstrom with the inside leg kick. #T1#
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Saputra looks to score with a jab to the body but Bjurstrom is just out of range.
Saputra looks to land a left hand but Bjurstrom moved out of range nicely.
Bjurstrom throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Saputra gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Frendy Saputra is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bjurstrom ducks under a wild hook from Saputra.
Saputra misses with a body punch
and Bjurstrom counters with a two punch combo.
Bjurstrom looks to land a right hand but Saputra moved out of range.
Saputra 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.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Saputra moves out of range.
Bjurstrom connects with an inside leg kick.
Saputra fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bjurstrom checks it well.
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Saputra stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Saputra shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Bjurstrom eats them both and turns towards Saputra to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saputra looks to land a combination but Bjurstrom avoids it well.
Bjurstrom seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bjurstrom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Saputra.
Bjurstrom lands with a thumping leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Bjurstrom misses the target.
Saputra throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bjurstrom throws a lazy uppercut
and Saputra counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bjurstrom keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bjurstrom keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Saputra.
As Saputra looks to move away, Bjurstrom throws a big counter combo but Saputra just gets out of the way.
Bjurstrom swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Saputra tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Saputra shoots in for a takedown but Bjurstrom shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom scores with a head kick. #T3#
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Saputra! But no joy.
Bjurstrom cracks Saputra with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Saputra lands a head kick. Bjurstrom smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Saputra throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bjurstrom counters with a straight right hand.#TD#
Bjurstrom shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Bjurstrom showed some decent athleticism there.
Saputra is trying to escape back to his feet but Bjurstrom uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Saputra gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bjurstrom seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Saputra is holding on tight. #T4##SUB#
Saputra tries to improve his position but Bjurstrom has taken his back! Bjurstrom has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Saputra tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Bjurstrom pushes Saputra away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Marco Bjurstrom!
A relieved looking Marco Bjurstrom thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: MFC - 61
Date: Mar 15, 2025

#R1#
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Bjurstrom throws a half hearted mid kick.
Crowder has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Bjurstrom is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Bjurstrom doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Crowder tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bjurstrom was well out of range. Poor timing from Crowder.
Bjurstrom needs to keep his hands up - Crowder had a free shot at his head there.
A low kick lands for Crowder.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom. #TD2#
Crowder shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bjurstrom is trying to defend but Crowder finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bjurstrom moves into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bjurstrom looking to control. #T1##SUB#
Crowder got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bjurstrom has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Crowder has managed to get both his arms back between Bjurstrom's legs - danger averted.
Crowder landing some decent shots from guard.
Bjurstrom working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Crowder advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Crowder is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bjurstrom is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Crowder scores with punches from side control.
Bjurstrom might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
Bjurstrom can't do much from the bottom here.
Bjurstrom takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Bjurstrom tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Crowder wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Crowder lands a decent elbow from side control.
Bjurstrom is looking for a sweep.
Crowder is working Bjurstrom over with some ground and pound from side control.
Bjurstrom is not content to let Crowder control the position.
Crowder in side control lands a decent elbow.
Crowder content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Crowder is putting a hurting on Bjurstrom here, landing some big shots from side control. #T3#
Crowder cracks Bjurstrom with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Crowder landing a few strikes.
Bjurstrom managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Crowder.
Crowder works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Check out the look on Crowder's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Crowder looks up at the clock and then as Bjurstrom takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Crowder smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Bjurstrom gets back to half guard.
Bjurstrom is staying active underneath Crowder, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Crowder is working for a kimura but Bjurstrom is defending it quite comfortably. #T4#
Bjurstrom is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bjurstrom is refusing to be controlled, as Crowder sits in half guard.
Crowder is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Crowder drops an elbow to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Crowder is trying to control. Bjurstrom wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bjurstrom makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bjurstrom.
Crowder working some strikes from top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyd Crowder dominated that round.
That's time! Bjurstrom's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Bjurstrom throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Crowder's head.
Bjurstrom pivots, looking for a leg kick but Crowder is out of range and Bjurstrom settles back down.
Bjurstrom misses with a combination
and Crowder counters with a left and a right that stings Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Bjurstrom looks to land a left hand but Crowder moved out of range nicely.
Crowder closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Bjurstrom connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Crowder has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bjurstrom keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A jab from Crowder does it's job there.
Bjurstrom keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
As Crowder looks to move away, Bjurstrom throws a big counter combo but Crowder just gets out of the way.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bjurstrom misses with a body punch
and Crowder counters with a nice leg kick.
Crowder throws a right hand that Bjurstrom ducks under and follows up with a left that Bjurstrom also avoids with ease.
Crowder connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#TD2#
Crowder closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Bjurstrom quickly recovers to half guard.#T1#
Crowder drops an elbow to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Crowder has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Bjurstrom is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Crowder is working for a kimura but Bjurstrom is defending it quite comfortably.
Bjurstrom has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Crowder is working away from the top position though.
Bjurstrom has hold of Crowder's hands but Crowder slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Crowder passes the guard and advances to mount!
Crowder lands a big elbow. #T2#
Bjurstrom tries to hold on but Crowder postures up.
Crowder dominating with strikes here.
Bjurstrom really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Crowder looking to control but Bjurstrom is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Crowder scoring with strikes but Bjurstrom is staying in there.
Bjurstrom can't escape the position. #SUB2#
Crowder is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Bjurstrom can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Bjurstrom is wriggling around trying to escape. #T3#
Crowder fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Bjurstrom tries to hold on but Crowder postures up.#SUB2#
Crowder looking to secure an arm triangle but Bjurstrom defends it well.
Bjurstrom tries to hold on but Crowder pushes him away.
Crowder with good strikes from the mount here!
Bjurstrom is desperately trying to improve his position but Crowder has a good base and remains in mount.
Bjurstrom taking shots to the head. #T4#
Bjurstrom regains half guard.
Bjurstrom is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Crowder takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Crowder is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Crowder tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bjurstrom knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Crowder scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Bjurstrom tries to get to full guard but Crowder has control of the leg.
Crowder looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Crowder seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyd Crowder showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Crowder moves out of range.
A left and a right from Crowder both land. Nice combination.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Crowder swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Boyd Crowder seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Crowder tries to clinch but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Crowder scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bjurstrom uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Crowder.
Crowder slips a jab and a cross from Bjurstrom. #TD2#
Bjurstrom gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Crowder thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Crowder working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T1#
Crowder's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Crowder landing with the ground and pound.
Crowder pushing down on Bjurstrom's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bjurstrom is trying to get back to full guard.
Bjurstrom is working hard here to advance position.
Bjurstrom makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bjurstrom.
Crowder cracks Bjurstrom with a solid left hand.
Crowder landing some decent shots from guard. #T2#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Crowder's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Crowder trying to control but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom.
Crowder scoring with some ground and pound.
Crowder landing some decent shots from guard.
Bjurstrom is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Crowder keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bjurstrom's head.#SUB#
Bjurstrom has his foot on Crowder's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Crowder works his way back into a safe position though.
Crowder landing some decent shots from guard.
Crowder works over Bjurstrom with some ground and pound from guard.#T3#
Crowder is fighting to break Bjurstrom's control of his arms but Bjurstrom is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Bjurstrom working for submissions but it's allowed Crowder to get to half guard.
Crowder slips a nice elbow through Bjurstrom's hands, connecting with Bjurstrom's forehead.#SUB#
Bjurstrom looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bjurstrom trying to control here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Crowder seems to be looking for submissions. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Crowder slips a nice elbow through Bjurstrom's hands, connecting with Bjurstrom's forehead.
Crowder tries to pass to full mount but Bjurstrom defends it.
Bjurstrom has hold of Crowder's hands but Crowder slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Bjurstrom is trying to maintain the position but Crowder is very close to passing his half guard.
Crowder slips a nice elbow through Bjurstrom's hands, connecting with Bjurstrom's forehead.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom is defending against the submission attempts here by Crowder.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bjurstrom wants to sweep but Crowder has passed to side control!

And that's the end of the fight!
Boyd Crowder comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Crowder 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boyd Crowder!

Event: MFC - 58
Date: Mar 05, 2025

#R1#
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and Tarlah counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Tarlah.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bjurstrom holds on and takes a little breather.
Tarlah with a flurry of punches that miss.
Bjurstrom wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB#
Bjurstrom working for a triangle but Tarlah defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tarlah's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Tarlah postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Bjurstrom managing to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tarlah with a flurry of punches that miss.
Tarlah working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tarlah postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is looking for a triangle but Tarlah pushes his legs off easily.
Tarlah landing some decent shots from guard. #T1#
Tarlah is in close to Bjurstrom's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Tarlah is sitting in close to Bjurstrom's body. Bjurstrom has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Tarlah is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Tarlah is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Bjurstrom.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Marco Bjurstrom!
Marco Bjurstrom seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: MFC - 55
Date: Feb 22, 2025

#R1#
Bjurstrom connects with a right hand. Jackson shakes it off.
Bjurstrom cracks Jackson with a good jab.
Bjurstrom scores with a jab. Jackson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bjurstrom fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jackson feints the counter takedown.
Bjurstrom throws a predictable looking body shot
and Jackson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bjurstrom connects with a body shot that sends Jackson's belly button to the back.
Bjurstrom looks to land a combination but Jackson avoids it well.
Jackson is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bjurstrom lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#ROC#Jackson is rocked!
Jackson wants to stay close but Bjurstrom steps back to make room for something. Jackson seems frozen to the spot and bam! huge swing of the leg from Bjurstrom and Jackson drops like he has been shot! A huge head kick and it's all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Marco Bjurstrom!
A very excited looking Marco Bjurstrom made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: MFC - 48
Date: Jan 25, 2025

#R1#
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Wright moves out of range.
Wright now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Wright throws a right and a left that Bjurstrom avoids nicely.
Bjurstrom swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Wright throws a nice looking combination but Bjurstrom bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bjurstrom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wright.
Wright takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bjurstrom throws a combination that misses
and Wright counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
A jab from Wright does it's job there.
Wright ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom misses with a takedown attempt - Wright sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Wright misses with a series of wild punches.
Bjurstrom throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Bjurstrom throws an overhand right that lands on Wright's shoulder, as Wright tries to avoid the shot.
Wright displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bjurstrom throws out the jab.
Wright throws out a counter right but Bjurstrom avoids it with no problem.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bjurstrom.
Wright looks to land a left hand but Bjurstrom moved out of range nicely.
Wright bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And Wright responds with a good body kick, but Bjurstrom manages to step out the way in time.
Bjurstrom is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Wright's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Wright lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Bjurstrom backs up against the cage.
Wright blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Wright misses.
Wright throws a body shot but no joy.
Wright just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBjurstrom.
Wright moves out of range as Bjurstrom strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wright. Bjurstrom does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bjurstrom appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom. #T2#
Wright fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bjurstrom manages to avoid it.
Wright misses with a wild combination.
Wright slips under a jab.
Wright throws a right hand that Bjurstrom ducks under and follows up with a left that Bjurstrom also avoids with ease.
Bjurstrom throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Wright's head.#CUT#It looks like Carter Wright has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bjurstrom throws a shot to the body.
Wright dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A low kick from Bjurstrom misses
and Wright counters with a left to the body.
Bjurstrom has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Wright.
Wright misses with a two punch combination.
Bjurstrom misses with a right hand
letting Wright counter with a right hand. #T3#
Bjurstrom misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
And Wright responds with a good body kick, but Bjurstrom manages to step out the way in time.
A cross from Wright lands.#TD#
Wright gets caught napping as Bjurstrom dives in and scores a takedown. Wright manages to retain guard.

Wright wriggles free and stands up.
Bjurstrom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wright.
Wright lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Wright blocks it.
Wright has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Donk. Wright catches Bjurstrom right on the button with a cross.
Bjurstrom lands a high kick!
Wright misses with a shot to the body
and Bjurstrom counters with a two punch combo.
Bjurstrom misses with a double jab
and Wright counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T4#
Bjurstrom avoids the body shot from Wright.
Wright swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wright throws the left hand but Bjurstrom avoids the punch easily.
Wright looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bjurstrom throws a hook to the side of Wright's head but Wright sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wright on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bjurstrom. Bjurstrom obviously looking to wear him down.
A lazy left from Bjurstrom finds it's target.
Bjurstrom takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wright ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Wright connects with a crisp jab.
Nice body punch from Wright.
Wright blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Wright looks to land a left hand but Bjurstrom moved out of range nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Wright dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carter Wright's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Bjurstrom drops his hands momentarily and Wright takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bjurstrom throws a series of punches but Wright avoids them all with ease.
Wright misses with a body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wright. Bjurstrom does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wright misses with a wild body shot.
Wright takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bjurstrom throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bjurstrom throws a series of punches but Wright moves out of range.
Wright wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wright.
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wright tries to land a front kick but Bjurstrom steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bjurstrom throws a right hand that misses
and Wright connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Bjurstrom throws a jab but it's blocked by Wright.
Wright ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A slow jab from Bjurstrom misses its intended target.
Bjurstrom looks to land a combination but Wright avoids it well.
Wright steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#TD#
Wright gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Bjurstrom trying to control but Wright is working from the bottom.
Bjurstrom prevents Wright from getting back to his feet.
Wright keeping moving, preventing Bjurstrom from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##ES2#
Wright manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Wright just misses with a punch to the body.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wright works Bjurstrom's body with a nice hook.
Bjurstrom swings for the body but Wright moves out of range.
Wright avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wright looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bjurstrom throws a hook to the side of Wright's head but Wright sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bjurstrom fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bjurstrom connects with a solid leg kick. #T3#
Bjurstrom throws a nice looking combination but Wright bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The fighters circling - Bjurstrom throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wright ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bjurstrom throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wright moves out of range as Bjurstrom strikes.
Bjurstrom takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Wright throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wright throws a lazy uppercut
letting Bjurstrom counter with a right hand.
Bjurstrom lands a really nice looking cross but Wright seems unphased.
Bjurstrom swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bjurstrom throws a low kick, looking for Wright's leg but Wright calmly moves out of range.
Wright takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T4#
Bjurstrom cracks Wright with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bjurstrom takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bjurstrom misses with a right hand
and Wright counters with a nice body shot.
Wright connects with an inside leg kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Wright fails to land with a series of punches.
Wright lands a leg kick that knocks Bjurstrom off balance momentarily.
Wright throws an off balance right hand
and Bjurstrom counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bjurstrom has his takedown stuffed
and Wright makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Bjurstrom misses the target.
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 Marco Bjurstrom will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Carter Wright's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Wright lands a jab.
Wright is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Bjurstrom is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Wright ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bjurstrom moves away.
Bjurstrom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wright.
Bjurstrom was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A big right from Wright misses.
Bjurstrom is looking to counter with head kicks.
Bjurstrom blocks a leg kick.
Wright looks for the body kick but Bjurstrom saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick
and Wright counters with a two punch combo.
Bjurstrom misses with an uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wright. Bjurstrom does a little dance to reset his feet.
A clash of legs there as Wright blocks the low kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wright! But no joy.#T1#
Sloppy strikes from Bjurstrom. Those never looked like landing.
Carter Wright seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bjurstrom jabs Wright right on the nose. Wright blinks but takes it well.
Wright just misses with a punch to the body.
Wright slips a jab from Bjurstrom.
Wright keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bjurstrom throws a jab when Wright was well out of range.
Bjurstrom misses with a right hand
and Wright counters with a left to the body.
Bjurstrom throws a lazy head kick
and Bjurstrom takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bjurstrom missing with a left hand there. Wright was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bjurstrom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wright.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Bjurstrom takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T2#
Bjurstrom tries to bum rush Wright with a series of wild strikes but Wright uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bjurstrom checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Wright with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wright keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bjurstrom.
It seemed like Wright was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Wright misses the jab.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bjurstrom takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wright misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bjurstrom takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Wright scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T3#
Wright tries to work over Bjurstrom's front leg with a kick but Bjurstrom checks it.
Bjurstrom checks a leg kick.
Bjurstrom fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Wright throws a counter combo.
Wright throws an overhand right that lands on Bjurstrom's shoulder, as Bjurstrom tries to avoid the shot.
Wright scores with a hook to the body. Bjurstrom takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bjurstrom throws a series of punches but Wright avoids them all with ease.
Nice straight punches there by Wright. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Wright.
Bjurstrom fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A nice side step and Wright releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bjurstrom steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wright.
Wright with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wright on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T4#
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wright throws a leg kick but Bjurstrom moved away.
Bjurstrom lands a head shot.
Bjurstrom avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Wright ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bjurstrom moves away.
Bjurstrom swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
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!
Bjurstrom avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wright is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bjurstrom rather than just go for the knockout.
Wright swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bjurstrom blocks the body kick.
Bjurstrom jabs at Wright's body.
Bjurstrom throws a leg kick
and Wright counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Carter Wright really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carter Wright's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Wright misses with a kick to the body
and Bjurstrom counters with a straight right hand.
Nice cross by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wright just misses with a punch to the body.
Bjurstrom lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Bjurstrom throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wright.
Wright throws a body punch but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Wright tries to land a front kick but Bjurstrom steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bjurstrom throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wright fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bjurstrom throwing a counter right hand but Wright manages to avoid it.
Bjurstrom throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bjurstrom tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Wright defends well and Bjurstrom ends up having to push Wright into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#BC2#
Wright breaks from the clinch. #T1#
Wright throws a body punch but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD#
Bjurstrom looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bjurstrom prevents Wright from standing back up.
Wright really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bjurstrom. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Bjurstrom works his foot free and advances to mount.
Bjurstrom controlling from the full mount. #T2#
Bjurstrom takes Wright's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Wright is in trouble.
Bjurstrom trying to control.#SUB#
Bjurstrom tightening his grip on Wright, looking for the choke. #T3#
Wright trying to get back to his feet but Bjurstrom is in full control for now.
Bjurstrom trying to control.
Wright is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Bjurstrom off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Wright is trying to stand back up.
Marco Bjurstrom overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#ES2#
Wright manages to escape to his feet.
Wright missing with a left hand there. Bjurstrom was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bjurstrom lands a high kick!
Bjurstrom takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bjurstrom ducks right into an uppercut from Wright.
Bjurstrom defending well as Wright loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bjurstrom scores with a head kick. Wright tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Wright throws a series of punches but Bjurstrom avoids them all with ease.
Wright lands a front kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Marco Bjurstrom will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Carter Wright's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
Wright lands with a hook. Bjurstrom tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Wright wants to slow Bjurstrom down by chopping away at his legs.
Wright throws a half hearted mid kick.
Wright misses with a body kick.
Bjurstrom throws a one two combo.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bjurstrom.
Wright fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bjurstrom manages to avoid it.
Bjurstrom feinted with a counter takedown.
Bjurstrom misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom jabs at Wright's body.
Wright misses with a body kick.
Wright scores with a kick to the midsection.
Bjurstrom throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
Wright defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wright.
Bjurstrom misses with a double jab
and Wright counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wright lands with a nice combination. Bjurstrom backs away looking to recover.
Bjurstrom looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
And Wright responds with a good body kick, but Bjurstrom manages to step out the way in time.
Bjurstrom bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Wright's head.
Wright throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bjurstrom.
Wright has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Bjurstrom.#T2#
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Wright bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Bjurstrom with a poor takedown
and Wright counters with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bjurstrom misses with a left hand
and Wright counters with a nice uppercut.
Wright blocks the body kick.
Bjurstrom looks to throw a body kick
letting Wright counter with a right hand.
Wright moves out of range as Bjurstrom strikes.
Wright looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bjurstrom misses with a right hand
and Wright counters with a nice leg kick.
Wright lands with a nice body kick.
Wright loads up on a big right hand but Bjurstrom slips the punch.
Bjurstrom missing with a left hand there. Wright was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wright is trying to counter with his kicks.#T3#
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wright bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
It seemed like Wright was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bjurstrom loads up on a big right hand but Wright slips the punch.
Bjurstrom lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bjurstrom takes one to the chin there.
Wright lands with a cross.
Wright takes a swing at Bjurstrom's ribcage but misses.
Wright throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook. Wright ducked under it nicely.
Bjurstrom is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T4#
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick and Wright moves out of range easily.
Bjurstrom walks into a jab.
Bjurstrom thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bjurstrom keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bjurstrom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wright.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wright tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bjurstrom lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Wright circles away quickly and effectively.
Wright is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Wright takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bjurstrom misses with a takedown attempt - Wright sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marco Bjurstrom. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bjurstrom swings widly with a right hand
and Bjurstrom takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Carter Wright.
Well Wright 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 47:48
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 47:48
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 47:48

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

Event: MFC - 46
Date: Jan 18, 2025

#R1#
Anstey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bjurstrom was well out of range. Poor timing from Anstey.
Bjurstrom went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Anstey throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Anstey looks to land a left hand but Bjurstrom moved out of range nicely.
Bjurstrom lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bjurstrom scores with a nice strike.
Anstey blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Anstey takes a swing at Bjurstrom's ribcage but misses.
Bjurstrom slips a jab from Anstey.
Anstey looks to score with a jab to the body but Bjurstrom is just out of range.
Some wild striking there from Anstey.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Anstey. Bjurstrom does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bjurstrom lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Bjurstrom's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Anstey connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bjurstrom scrambles back to his feet.#T1#
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Anstey will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bjurstrom throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Anstey stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Anstey cracks Bjurstrom with a good jab.
Bjurstrom fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Anstey.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bjurstrom lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bjurstrom listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bjurstrom scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Anstey takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Anstey throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Anstey. Bjurstrom does a little dance to reset his feet.
Anstey lands the left hand.
Anstey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bjurstrom connects with a leg kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Anstey is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bjurstrom with a body shot.
Anstey throws a series of punches but Bjurstrom avoids them all with ease.
Anstey throws a one two combo.
Bjurstrom fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Anstey moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bjurstrom takes a swing at Anstey's ribcage but misses.
Anstey loads up on a big right hand but Bjurstrom slips the punch.
Bjurstrom appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bjurstrom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anstey.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick. #T3#
Anstey misses with a lunging right hand
and Bjurstrom counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Bjurstrom - that will leave a mark!
Anstey blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circling - Anstey throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bjurstrom scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Anstey lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bjurstrom circles away quickly and effectively.
Bjurstrom throws a right hand that Anstey ducks under and follows up with a left that Anstey also avoids with ease.
Bjurstrom connects with a crisp jab.
Anstey misses with a lunging right hand
and Bjurstrom makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bjurstrom keeps Anstey at a distance using the push kick.
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!
Anstey slips a jab from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom swinging wildly here. #T4#
Anstey looks to score with a jab to the body but Bjurstrom is just out of range.
Anstey doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bjurstrom throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Anstey throws an off balance right hand
and Bjurstrom counters with a nice body shot.
Bjurstrom has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bjurstrom there as he acknowledges the shot.
Anstey throws a series of punches but Bjurstrom avoids them all with ease.
Anstey takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
As Bjurstrom backs off Anstey throws a huge counter combo but Bjurstrom manages to avoid it all.
Bjurstrom throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Anstey.
Bjurstrom throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Anstey sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bjurstrom lands with a kick to the temple. Anstey shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A jab lands there for Anstey.
Anstey gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bjurstrom moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#ROC#Anstey is rocked!
Bjurstrom walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Anstey drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Bjurstrom swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Anstey's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marco Bjurstrom!
Marco Bjurstrom retains his welterweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Marco Bjurstrom thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: MFC - 45
Date: Jan 11, 2025

#R1#
Bjurstrom circles away from the clinch attempt.
Shima misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Bjurstrom clinches.
Shima stalling in the clinch but Bjurstrom improves position.
Shima blocks an uppercut.
Shima misses with a hook from the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Bjurstrom scores with a nice short uppercut.
Shima blocks an uppercut.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Bjurstrom lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Shima.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Bjurstrom fails to land.
Shima throws a punch but it's blocked by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom lands a shot to the body.
Shima looks winded!
Bjurstrom makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bjurstrom lands an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bjurstrom creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Bjurstrom pushes Shima back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #TD#
Bjurstrom lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Bjurstrom trying to pass the guard but Shima defending well.
Bjurstrom wants to take a breather but Shima is having none of it. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Shima has managed to free his arm - good work.
Bjurstrom passes to side control. #T2#
Bjurstrom controls the position.#SUB#
Bjurstrom working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Bjurstrom is looking to take a break and control but Shima is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Shima is trying to escape the position but Bjurstrom is controlling the position. #T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Shima is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bjurstrom wants to control but Shima is keeping him busy. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Shima knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bjurstrom wants to control but Shima is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bjurstrom working away.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom 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#
Shima works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nice jab there from Bjurstrom.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bjurstrom tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Shima paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Shima gets cracked there but stands up to it. #CL2#
Shima moves into the clinch.
Bjurstrom wants a takedown.
Shima tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Shima lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Shima.
Bjurstrom throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bjurstrom is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shima can do to turn this around?
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shima.
Bjurstrom is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Shima lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Bjurstrom works on Shima's body with a couple of short punches.
Shima is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Bjurstrom misses with a short punch on the inside.
Marco Bjurstrom has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shima.
Bjurstrom misses with a punch on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Bjurstrom drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marco Bjurstrom. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bjurstrom fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Shima is trying to stall.
Bjurstrom tries for a takedown. No joy.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Shima blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Shima stalling in the clinch.
Bjurstrom working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bjurstrom misses with the head strike.
Bjurstrom misses with a body punch.
Shima dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Shima blocking some punches.
Shima displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bjurstrom up against the cage.
Bjurstrom letting Shima take a breather here.
A shot in the inside from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom wants a takedown but no success here. #T3#
A hook to the body from Shima.
Shima stops a takedown attempt from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Shima's elbow.
Bjurstrom misses with a punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Shima throws a head punch that misses.
Bjurstrom has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Shima avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Bjurstrom fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom throws a head punch that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bjurstrom creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Shima struggles to land a body shot inside as Bjurstrom controls his hands.
Shima is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Bjurstrom lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T4#
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Shima as Bjurstrom tries to tie him up.
Shima looking to slow down the pace here.
Bjurstrom can't find room to land a body shot as Shima controls the action.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Bjurstrom misses with a short punch on the inside.
Shima looking to stall. #BC#
Bjurstrom breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Bjurstrom instigates a clinch.
Bjurstrom misses with a short punch on the inside.
Shima blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Shima swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Shima misses with a wild combination.
Shima throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bjurstrom.
A punch combination from Shima misses.
Bjurstrom dips to his left and cracks Shima with an uppercut!
Shima avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Despite the aggression on Shima's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bjurstrom fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bjurstrom jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CL#
Bjurstrom closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom looking for a takedown.
Bjurstrom lands a body shot in the clinch.
Bjurstrom has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Shima avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Shima content to slow the pace in the clinch. #T1#
Shima throws a head punch that misses.
Shima doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bjurstrom lands a left hand that snaps the head of Shima backwards.
Shima lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bjurstrom lands with a left to the head.
Shima blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bjurstrom lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bjurstrom wants to stall.
Shima is stalling here.
Come on Shima - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A head punch on the inside from Shima fails to land. #T2#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bjurstrom.
A short body shot lands from Bjurstrom as the two fighters clinch.
Shima takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Shima stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Bjurstrom lands a left hand.
Bjurstrom lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Bjurstrom.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A head punch on the inside from Shima fails to land.
Shima misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bjurstrom stalling.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bjurstrom has Shima pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Shima manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marco Bjurstrom. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bjurstrom.
Shima taking a breather. #T3#
Bjurstrom tries to throw a body punch but Shima avoids it by throwing Bjurstrom back against the cage.
Shima content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Bjurstrom has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Shima avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Shima swings wildly with an uppercut but Bjurstrom uses good head movement to avoid it.
Shima misses with a body punch.
Bjurstrom goes for a takedown attempt but Shima pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Bjurstrom fails in his attempt to clinch.
Shima feints a jab promting Bjurstrom to slip. Shima then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Bjurstrom slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CL#
Bjurstrom clinches up against the cage.
Shima stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Shima blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
Shima is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Shima throws a punch but it's blocked by Bjurstrom.
A short left from Bjurstrom.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Bjurstrom takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Bjurstrom is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Shima is defending well.
Bjurstrom changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Shima fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Shima throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Shima swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Bjurstrom to counter with a crisp jab.
Shima wants to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Shima looks to score with a jab to the body but Bjurstrom is just out of range.#CL2#
Shima has managed to clinch.
Bjurstrom is stalling here.
Shima throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bjurstroms head.
Shima prevents a takedown attempt there.
Bjurstrom drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Shima gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Bjurstrom is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Shima pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marco Bjurstrom. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Bjurstrom fails to land.
Shima slows down the pace here.
Shima blocks an uppercut. #T1#
Bjurstrom misses with a punch on the inside.
Shima tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bjurstrom lands with a light punch inside.
Shima gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom stalls.
A short right from Shima.
Shima looking to slow down the pace here.
Bjurstrom tries to work over Shima's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Bjurstrom lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A hook to the body from Shima.
Shima gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Shima is pressed up against the cage. Bjurstrom has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Shima down to the mat. Shima avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Shima tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A punch combination from Shima misses.
Shima tries to clinch there but Bjurstrom circles away.
Bjurstrom moves in looking to clinch but Shima pushes him off.
Shima throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bjurstrom tries to clinch but Shima moves out of range. #T3#
Bjurstrom wants to clinch.#CL2#
Shima rushes Bjurstrom and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Shima content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Bjurstrom changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Shima fights it off and pushes away nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Shima looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Shima throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bjurstrom swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Shima is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bjurstrom rather than just go for the knockout.
No joy there for Bjurstrom, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
As Bjurstrom backs off Shima throws a huge counter combo but Bjurstrom manages to avoid it all.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Shima moves out of range. #T4#
Shima chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bjurstrom can pounce on him.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bjurstrom looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Shima throws out a loose jab but Bjurstrom uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bjurstrom lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #CL2#
Shima takes the fight into the clinch.
Bjurstrom changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Shima fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Shima lands with a cross.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A looping hook to the body misses from Shima. Bjurstrom does a little dance to reset his feet.
Shima takes one on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tetsuo Shima dominated that fourth 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. And we move into the final round!#R5##TD#
Bjurstrom looking to score a takedown here. Shima is defending well but Bjurstrom drives through and ends up in Shima's guard.#SUB#
Bjurstrom drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Bjurstrom jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Bjurstrom tries to free his leg and advance position but Shima is retaining full guard.
Shima is looking to stand up but Bjurstrom isn't so interested in that idea.
Bjurstrom wants to pass the guard but Shima is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom pushing down on Shima's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T1#
Bjurstrom is keen to just control but Shima is a slippery customer.
Shima slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bjurstrom is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Bjurstrom passes Shima's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Bjurstrom is looking to advance position but Shima won't allow it.
Bjurstrom stops Shima from getting back to his feet. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is working for a kimura but Shima is defending it quite comfortably.
Shima is trying to stand. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Shima avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Bjurstrom gets tackled into the cage by Shima. Shima maintains the clinch.
Shima stalling the fight.
Shima has Bjurstrom pushed against the cage.#T3#
Shima taking a breather.
Bjurstrom swings wildly with an uppercut but Shima uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bjurstrom lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bjurstrom lands with a light punch inside.
Bjurstrom prevents a body shot from Shima.
Shima is looking to control Bjurstrom's arms but Bjurstrom gets an underhook and turns him. Now Shima has his back to the cage.
Bjurstrom tries for a takedown but Shima manages to get underhooks.
Bjurstrom lands a nice uppercut.
Bjurstrom pushes Shima back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC#Shima is rocked!
Bjurstrom working aggressively here.
Tetsuo Shima has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Shima has a couple of punches blocked by Bjurstrom. #T4#
Bjurstrom throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Shimas head.
Shima is still on wobbly legs! Can Bjurstrom finish him?
Bjurstrom works on Shima's body with a couple of short punches.
Shima is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Shima lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bjurstrom lands a right hand that snaps the head of Shima backwards.
Bjurstrom lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bjurstrom blocks an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right from Bjurstrom.
A short right from Shima on the inside.
Bjurstrom is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Bjurstrom blocking some punches.
Bjurstrom has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Shima is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marco Bjurstrom. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A bit of stalling here from Bjurstrom.
Shima swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Marco Bjurstrom is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Shima fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom tries for a takedown but Shima manages to get underhooks.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marco Bjurstrom showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bjurstrom 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 49:46
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 49:46
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marco Bjurstrom!
Marco Bjurstrom retains his welterweight title!
After winning the bout, Marco Bjurstrom thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Tetsuo Shima had this to say: 'Off to the next, I thought I would have beat this bum but shit happens'.

Event: MFC - 43
Date: Jan 04, 2025

#R1#
Bjurstrom misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ryan throwing a counter right hand but Bjurstrom manages to avoid it.
Ryan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ryan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD2#
Bjurstrom fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Ryan to the ground. Bjurstrom is now in Ryan's guard.
Ryan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ryan trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Bjurstrom controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Bjurstrom stands up out of Ryan's guard for a moment - Ryan manages to land a nice upkick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ryan thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Ryan wants to sweep here but Bjurstrom controlling him for the moment.
Ryan keeping moving, preventing Bjurstrom from controlling successfully. #T1#
Bjurstrom trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ryan trying to strike off his back.
Bjurstrom looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ryan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ryan lands a good elbow from the bottom.
Ryan keeping moving, preventing Bjurstrom from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ryan blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Ryan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ryan takes a kick to the side of the head.#CL2#
Bjurstrom has managed to clinch.
Ryan can't get the takedown. #T2#
Ryan goes for a takedown attempt but Bjurstrom pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Ryan tries to move into range but Bjurstrom moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bjurstrom lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ryan's sensitive parts.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ryan is looking to counter punch.
Ryan drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A punch combination from Bjurstrom misses.
Nice takedown defense from Bjurstrom. No joy for Ryan on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dax Ryan. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Bjurstrom darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#T3##SUB2#
Bjurstrom is looking for a kimura here.
Ryan is looking for a sweep. Bjurstrom is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ryan striking from the bottom.
Ryan wants to improve his position but Bjurstrom is controlling well. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ryan missing with punches from the bottom. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom is trying for a kimura here. Ryan looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Bjurstrom wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Marco Bjurstrom!
Marco Bjurstrom is the new welterweight champion!
A very excited looking Marco Bjurstrom made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: MFC - 38
Date: Dec 12, 2024

#R1#
Veainu tries to work over Bjurstrom's front leg with a kick but Bjurstrom checks it. #CL#
Bjurstrom moves into the clinch successfully.
Veainu has Bjurstrom pressed against the cage.
Veainu stalls.
Bjurstrom has a couple of punches blocked by Veainu.
Bjurstrom scores with a shot to the side of Veainu's head. #TD2#
Veainu pulls guard successfully.
Bjurstrom trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Veainu looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom trying to control the position from guard on top but Veainu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bjurstrom is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T1#
Veainu bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bjurstrom's guard. #REVB#
Bjurstrom preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bjurstrom might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Veainu stops Bjurstrom from standing up. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Bjurstrom has Veainu pulled in close to control his posture.
Veainu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Veainu is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Bjurstrom has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Veainu is looking to defend but Bjurstrom has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Veainu! Bjurstrom pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Veainu taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Marco Bjurstrom!
Our winner, Marco Bjurstrom, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: MFC - 37
Date: Dec 07, 2024

#R1#
Jahr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bjurstrom moves away.
Jahr throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bjurstrom lands with a right hand.
A cross from Jahr lands.
Jahr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bjurstrom looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bjurstrom on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Jahr takes a swing at Bjurstrom's ribcage but misses.
Bjurstrom tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jahr paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jahr lands the left hand.
Jahr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Jahr tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bjurstrom lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A solid leg kick lands there for Jahr.
Bjurstrom tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jahr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bjurstrom ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bjurstrom tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Jahr manages to circle out of the way.#T1#
Jahr avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jahr thows a leg kick but Bjurstrom checks it
and Bjurstrom counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jahr throws a sloppy head kick and Bjurstrom moves out of range easily.
Jahr missing with a left hand there. Bjurstrom was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A clash of legs there as Bjurstrom blocks the low kick.
Bjurstrom feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Jahr closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bjurstrom connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jahr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Danga de danga de dang - Bjurstrom scores with a four punch combination!
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bjurstrom blocks a low kick nicely.
Bjurstrom looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
A jab from Jahr misses.
Jahr throws a lazy head kick
and Bjurstrom cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jahr throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bjurstrom there as he acknowledges the shot.#CL#
Bjurstrom has managed to clinch.
Jahr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T2#
Bjurstrom scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jahr stops a takedown attempt from Bjurstrom. #BC2#
Jahr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jahr fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bjurstrom has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Jahr throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jahr moves in looking to clinch but Bjurstrom pushes him off.
Bjurstrom with the inside leg kick.
Jahr connects with a right hand. Bjurstrom shakes it off.
Jahr misses with a body kick.#CL#
Bjurstrom takes the fight into the clinch.
Bjurstrom lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Jahr wants to get back to striking at distance but Bjurstrom won't allow it. #TD#
Bjurstrom has hold of one of Jahr's legs. Jahr is fighting the takedown attempt but Bjurstrom gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Bjurstrom slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Jahr tries to escape but Bjurstrom is in control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Jahr is looking for a sweep.
A lull in the action here.
Jahr gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is trying to work for a kimura but Jahr is defending well.
Jahr looks like he's trying to stand up. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bjurstrom seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Jahr is defending against the submission attempts here by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom trying to control from half guard but Jahr is working away.
Jahr wants to control but Bjurstrom is keeping busy.
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 Marco Bjurstrom will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Jahr throws a leg kick but Bjurstrom checks it.
Jahr has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Some wild striking there from Jahr.
Jahr is looking to land body kicks.
Jahr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jahr misses with a body kick.
As Jahr tries to get set, Bjurstrom tries to push him back and clinch up but Jahr manages to avoid the attempt.
Jahr throws a nice looking combination but Bjurstrom bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bjurstrom scores with a punch to the head.
Jahr moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jahr slips a jab and a cross from Bjurstrom.
Jahr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jahr throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jahr tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bjurstrom manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bjurstrom shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bjurstrom avoids the body shot from Jahr.
Jahr tries a low kick but Bjurstrom avoids it.
Jahr throws a body punch but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Jahr tries a head kick but it misses. #T1#
Bjurstrom ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Jahr motions for Bjurstrom to come forward. Jahr throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Bjurstrom rushes Jahr and presses him up against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom tries to throw a body punch but Jahr avoids it by throwing Bjurstrom back against the cage.
Jahr is trying to break free.
Still in the clinch, Jahr scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jahr wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Jahr takes a shot to the head.
Bjurstrom lands a left hand.
Bjurstrom is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Bjurstrom working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bjurstrom.
Jahr looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Marco Bjurstrom has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Jahr prevents a takedown attempt there. #T2#
Jahr wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Bjurstrom has him pressed against the cage.
Jahr swings wildly with an uppercut but Bjurstrom uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bjurstrom controlling the action here for a moment.
Jahr is trying to break the clinch but Bjurstrom is controlling him.
Bjurstrom prevents Jahr from breaking the clinch.
Bjurstrom lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jahr backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A bit of stalling here from Bjurstrom.
Jahr looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Jahr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bjurstrom wants to take the fight to the mat but Jahr manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Jahr.
Jahr misses with a punch to the body.
Jahr stalling the fight.
Jahr wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Bjurstrom has him pressed against the cage.
Bjurstrom lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T3#
Jahr is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marco Bjurstrom. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bjurstrom swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Bjurstrom as Jahr tries to tie him up.
Bjurstrom lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom tries to work over Jahr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jahr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Jahr lands with a short shot to the head.
Jahr misses with a punch on the inside.
Jahr misses with a punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom is trying to maintain a safe position but Jahr gets an underhook and turns Bjurstrom into the cage.
Bjurstrom changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Jahr fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nice uppercut lands for Jahr. That snapped Bjurstrom's head back. #T4#
Bjurstrom lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Jahr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bjurstrom throws a nice head kick!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jahr avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bjurstrom throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jahr stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ragnar Jahr seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Bjurstrom manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Jahr on his heels. He'll look to pass Jahr's guard now, I'm sure.
Jahr lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Jahr postures up.
Bjurstrom wants to get back to his feet but Jahr is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Bjurstrom might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Jahr missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Jahr lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bjurstrom misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jahr.
Jahr misses with a series of wild punches. #CL#
Bjurstrom takes the fight into the clinch.
Jahr working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jahr gets underhooks to prevent Bjurstrom's takedown attempt.
Jahr is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Bjurstrom is defending well.
Bjurstrom tries a body shot but Jahr blocks it.
A frustrated look appears on Jahr's face as he tries to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Bjurstrom on the inside.
A hook to the body from Bjurstrom.
Jahr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bjurstrom is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Jahr gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Jahr blocking some punches. #T1#
Jahr can't break the clinch.
Jahr tries to throw a body punch but Bjurstrom avoids it by throwing Jahr back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Jahr lands a left hand.
Jahr wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bjurstrom lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Bjurstrom prevents Jahr from breaking the clinch.
Bjurstrom scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Jahr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jahr misses with a head kick. #CL#
Bjurstrom closes the distance and pushes Jahr back into the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom lands a nice uppercut.
A short right from Bjurstrom.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jahr is trying to force a seperation but Bjurstrom has the dominant position.#BC2#
Jahr manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Bjurstrom moves into range and clinches up with Jahr.
Ragnar Jahr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##BC2#
Jahr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Bjurstrom drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bjurstrom advances to half guard. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jahr is just riding it out for now. Bjurstrom eventually gives up the hold.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bjurstrom in particular looking to stall.
Bjurstrom wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jahr keeps working. #T3#
Bjurstrom performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jahr sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is trying to work for a kimura but Jahr is defending well. #SUB#
Bjurstrom seems to be working for a kimura but Jahr defends the submission attempt.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Jahr doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Jahr does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Marco Bjurstrom is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
Jahr looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marco Bjurstrom showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bjurstrom, 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 Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:27
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 30:28

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

Event: MFC - 35
Date: Nov 30, 2024

#R1#
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CL2#
Averescu gets tackled into the cage by Bjurstrom. Bjurstrom maintains the clinch.
Bjurstrom lands with a short shot to the head.
Averescu is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Averescu wants to stall.
Bjurstrom drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bjurstrom stalling the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom presses Averescu against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A bit of stalling here from Averescu. #T1#
A body shot lands from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom presses Averescu against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short uppercut from Bjurstrom.
Averescu prevents the takedown attempt.
Dan Averescu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marco Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom is leaning against Averescu and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short uppercut from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom scores with a hook to the body.
Bjurstrom wants a takedown but no success here. #TD2#
Bjurstrom has clasped his hands together around Averescu's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom is working to tighten his grip on Averescu's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Averescu has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Bjurstrom is really squeezing tight and eventually Averescu passes out! Bjurstrom breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Marco Bjurstrom!
Marco Bjurstrom decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: MFC - 32
Date: Nov 16, 2024

#R1#
Peterson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Bjurstrom tries to clinch up but Peterson circles away and keeps his distance.
Peterson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bjurstrom sees it coming and avoids it easily.
No luck for Bjurstrom with that takedown attempt.
Peterson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Peterson throws a leg kick but Bjurstrom moved away.
Peterson throws out a leg kick but Bjurstrom moves out of range and Peterson only half commits.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bjurstrom is defended easily by Peterson.
Bjurstrom blocks a leg kick.
Bjurstrom defending well as Peterson loads up on a big left hand. #CL#
Bjurstrom gets a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Peterson working aggressively here.
Bjurstrom throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Petersons head.
A head punch on the inside from Peterson fails to land.
Bjurstrom has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Peterson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marco Bjurstrom. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bjurstrom lands with a short shot to the head. #T1#
Peterson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bjurstrom lands with a light punch inside.
Peterson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Peterson pushes off an throws an elbow but Bjurstrom leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Bjurstrom drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Peterson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Peterson creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Bjurstrom's defenses.
Peterson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom lands a body shot in the clinch.
Peterson misses with some punches.
Peterson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bjurstrom misses with a punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom lands an uppercut.
Bjurstrom wants a takedown.
With the fighters up against the cage, Peterson throws an elbow but misses.
Peterson misses with the head strike.
Bjurstrom blocks an elbow strike from Peterson.
Bjurstrom lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Peterson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Peterson stops a takedown attempt from Bjurstrom. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bjurstrom blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bjurstrom fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom wants a takedown.
A shot in the inside from Bjurstrom.
Peterson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Peterson is defending well.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Peterson.
Bjurstrom tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Peterson throws an elbow but it misses.
Bjurstrom misses with the head strike.
Bjurstrom has a couple of punches blocked by Peterson.
Peterson misses with a punch on the inside.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Peterson just misses with a elbow thrown towards Bjurstrom's brow.
Peterson lands an elbow inside.
Bjurstrom has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Peterson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Peterson looking to throw knees to the head but Bjurstrom is blocking nicely.
Peterson is stalling here.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Peterson.
Bjurstrom tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Still in the clinch, Bjurstrom scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bjurstrom lands a left hand that snaps the head of Peterson backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Peterson after a bit of a struggle.
A shot in the inside from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom blocking some punches.
A left hand lands to the body for Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a punch to the body.
Peterson blocks a body shot from Bjurstrom.
Peterson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bjurstrom backwards.
Peterson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Peterson tries to throw a body punch but Bjurstrom avoids it by throwing Peterson back against the cage.
Bjurstrom lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bjurstrom misses with a short punch on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Bjurstrom wants to take the fight to the mat but Peterson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Peterson is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bjurstrom is keeping busy.
Peterson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bjurstrom avoids it.
Peterson misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bjurstrom. #T4#
Still in the clinch, Peterson scores with a nice short uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short uppercut from Peterson.
Peterson swings wildly with an uppercut but Bjurstrom uses good head movement to avoid it.
Peterson has a couple of punches blocked by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Peterson lands with a short shot to the head.
Peterson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Peterson blocking some punches.
Bjurstrom is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Peterson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Peterson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bjurstrom backwards.
A shot in the inside from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom avoiding damage as Peterson throws knees to the body.
Bjurstrom misses with a punch on the inside.
Peterson dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Bjurstrom can't get the takedown.
Bjurstrom misses with a punch on the inside.
Peterson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Bjurstrom has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Bjurstrom managing to block the knees to the body from Peterson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Phoenix Peterson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Peterson misses with a lunging right hand
and Bjurstrom counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Peterson cracks Bjurstrom with an open hand slap.
Bjurstrom keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Peterson misses the target. #TD#
Bjurstrom scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Bjurstrom wants to pass the guard but Peterson is defending well.
Peterson wants to stand back up but Bjurstrom manages to pass into side control.
Bjurstrom is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Peterson will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom wants to control for a moment but Peterson uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. #T1#
Peterson is not content to let Bjurstrom control the position.
Bjurstrom controlling the action here.
Bjurstrom wants to advance to full mount but Peterson doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #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.
Peterson wants to get back to his feet but Bjurstrom is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Peterson has closed the distance and engaged Bjurstrom in a clinch.
Peterson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bjurstrom blocks it with crossed arms.
Phoenix Peterson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#TD#
Bjurstrom wants the takedown. Peterson is fighting it off but Bjurstrom persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Peterson's guard against the cage.
Bjurstrom pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Peterson is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Peterson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Peterson has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##T3##SUB#
Bjurstrom has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Peterson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Peterson postures up. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Peterson is aware though and is defending well.#SU2#
Peterson stands and steps away. Bjurstrom gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Phoenix Peterson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Nice jab there from Peterson.
Phoenix Peterson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick and Peterson moves out of range easily.
Bjurstrom misses with a few strikes there.
Bjurstrom throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Peterson works over Bjurstrom's head and body with a nice combination.#CL2#
Bjurstrom gets tackled into the cage by Peterson. Peterson maintains the clinch.
Peterson stalling in the clinch but Bjurstrom improves position.
Bjurstrom scores with a shoulder strike.
Bjurstrom has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Peterson after a bit of a struggle.
Peterson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Peterson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Peterson lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Bjurstrom wants to take the fight to the mat but Peterson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Peterson misses with some punches.
Peterson throws an elbow that misses.
Peterson misses with a body punch.
Bjurstrom lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Peterson lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Phoenix Peterson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Peterson swings away with a body shot that misses #CL#
and Bjurstrom counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Bjurstrom.
Peterson prevents the takedown attempt.
Peterson throws a punch but it's blocked by Bjurstrom.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Peterson.
Peterson throws a head punch that misses.
Bjurstrom misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bjurstrom misses with a punch on the inside.
Peterson tries to land knees in the clinch but Bjurstrom avoids the damage to the body.
Bjurstrom scores with a nice hook to the head.
Peterson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bjurstrom backwards.
Peterson pushes Bjurstrom back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bjurstrom blocks a body shot from Peterson.
Bjurstrom lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Peterson or not.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Peterson misses with a punch on the inside.
Peterson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Peterson is keeping busy.
Peterson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Peterson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bjurstrom backwards.
Peterson creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Bjurstrom's defenses. #T1#
Bjurstrom working aggressively here.
Bjurstrom blocks an uppercut.
Peterson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bjurstrom blocks it with crossed arms.
Peterson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bjurstrom is trying to drag Peterson to the mat but Peterson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A short uppercut from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom blocks an uppercut.
Bjurstrom swings wildly with an uppercut but Peterson uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bjurstrom.
Peterson working aggressively here.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Peterson tries a knee to the head but Bjurstrom blocks it.
Peterson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Peterson is looking to control Bjurstrom's arms but Bjurstrom gets an underhook and turns him. Now Peterson has his back to the cage.
Bjurstrom blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Peterson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bjurstrom or not. #T2#
Peterson tries to work over Bjurstrom's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bjurstrom tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Peterson.
Bjurstrom has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Peterson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marco Bjurstrom. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bjurstrom drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Peterson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A nice left hand lands by Peterson.
Peterson looking to throw knees to the head but Bjurstrom is blocking nicely.
Peterson blocking some punches.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bjurstrom drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Peterson tries a knee to the head but Bjurstrom blocks it.
Peterson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Peterson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bjurstrom. #T3#
Bjurstrom lands a hook that snaps the head of Peterson backwards.
Peterson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bjurstrom can't find room to land a body shot as Peterson controls the action.
Bjurstrom blocks the elbow strike.
Peterson throws a knee to the head but misses.
Peterson with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Bjurstrom lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bjurstrom tries a body shot but Peterson blocks it.
Peterson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bjurstrom throws a head punch that misses.
Peterson throws a punch but it's blocked by Bjurstrom.
Peterson works on Bjurstrom's body with a couple of short punches.
Peterson gets underhooks to prevent Bjurstrom's takedown attempt.
Peterson tries to land knees in the clinch but Bjurstrom avoids the damage to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Peterson.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Peterson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bjurstrom backwards.
Bjurstrom has a couple of punches blocked by Peterson.
Bjurstrom is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Peterson misses with a body punch.
Peterson avoiding damage. #T4#
Peterson blocking some punches.
Bjurstrom wants a takedown.
Nice body punch from Peterson.
Peterson misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Peterson.
Peterson prevents a takedown attempt there.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Peterson.
Peterson pressing his opponent against the cage.
Peterson lands a right hand.
Bjurstrom fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Peterson pulls him back up using the underhooks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Peterson.
A short left from Bjurstrom.
Peterson misses with a knee strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Phoenix Peterson really 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.#R4#
Bjurstrom throws the kick towards the body but Peterson avoids it.#CL#
Bjurstrom forces Peterson back against the cage and clinches.
Bjurstrom wants to take the fight to the mat but Peterson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Peterson throws an elbow that misses.
Peterson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bjurstrom is defending well for now.
Peterson prevents the takedown attempt.
Bjurstrom takes an elbow to the temple.
Bjurstrom misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Peterson fails to land.
Peterson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Peterson manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Peterson misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Peterson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bjurstrom's elbow.
Peterson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bjurstrom tries for a takedown but Peterson manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marco Bjurstrom. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Peterson tries to work over Bjurstrom's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bjurstrom drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Peterson gets the underhooks and prevents it. #T1#
Bjurstrom misses with some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Peterson.
Peterson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Peterson.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
A nice right hand lands inside from Peterson.
Peterson looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Peterson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Peterson.
Peterson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bjurstrom.
Peterson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bjurstrom misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Peterson prevents a takedown attempt there.
Peterson with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #T2#
A short right from Peterson on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Peterson.
Peterson misses with a punch 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!
Bjurstrom throws a punch but it's blocked by Peterson.
Peterson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Peterson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Peterson tries to land knees in the clinch but Bjurstrom avoids the damage to the body.
Peterson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Peterson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Peterson throws a head punch that misses.
Peterson throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Peterson lands an elbow that stopped Bjurstrom in his tracks for a moment.
Peterson takes a shot to the head.
Peterson throws a head punch that misses.
Peterson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Peterson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bjurstrom backwards.
Bjurstrom drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Peterson throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Peterson is looking to control Bjurstrom's arms but Bjurstrom gets an underhook and turns him. Now Peterson has his back to the cage.
Peterson misses with a punch on the inside.
Peterson creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Bjurstrom's defenses.
Peterson swings wildly with an uppercut but Bjurstrom uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Peterson fails to land.
Bjurstrom gets through Peterson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#TD#
Bjurstrom turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Bjurstrom manages to end up in side control.
Bjurstrom in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Peterson is trying to buck Bjurstrom off.#T4##ES2#
Peterson explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Peterson misses with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Peterson throws a jab when Bjurstrom was well out of range.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Peterson prevents a takedown attempt there.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Peterson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Peterson tries to land knees in the clinch but Bjurstrom avoids the damage to the body.
Peterson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bjurstrom is defending well for now.
Bjurstrom is looking for a takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Phoenix Peterson dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Bjurstrom's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Sloppy strikes from Peterson. Those never looked like landing.
Peterson leaves Bjurstrom with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Peterson thuds his right hand into Bjurstrom's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Peterson misses with a looping left.
Peterson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Peterson lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bjurstrom has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bjurstrom and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bjurstrom throws a big counter combination but Peterson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bjurstrom drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Peterson lands a knee to the head.
Bjurstrom looking to slow down the pace here.
Bjurstrom misses with a body punch. #T1#
Bjurstrom throws a punch but it's blocked by Peterson.
Peterson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bjurstrom backwards.
Peterson prevents a body shot from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bjurstrom working aggressively here.
Bjurstrom is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Peterson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marco Bjurstrom. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Peterson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Peterson throws a punch but it's blocked by Bjurstrom.
Peterson misses with a body punch.
Bjurstrom's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bjurstrom avoids a wild elbow strike from Peterson.
Peterson pushes Bjurstrom back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Peterson utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Bjurstrom tries for a takedown but Peterson manages to get underhooks.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Peterson lands a nice uppercut.#T2#
Peterson struggles to land a body shot inside as Bjurstrom controls his hands.
Peterson stops a takedown attempt from Bjurstrom.
Peterson tries a knee to the head but Bjurstrom blocks it.
Peterson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Peterson lands a body punch in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Peterson has Bjurstrom pushed against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom struggles to land a body shot inside as Peterson controls his hands.
Bjurstrom misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom goes for a takedown attempt but Peterson pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Bjurstrom throws a leg kick but Peterson sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Peterson clobbers Bjurstrom with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bjurstrom tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Peterson swivels and escapes.
Bjurstrom throws a nice inside leg kick.
Peterson lands a glancing blow to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Bjurstrom tries to move into range but Peterson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T3#
Bjurstrom tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bjurstrom steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Peterson.
Peterson misses with a leg kick
and Bjurstrom counters with a straight right hand.
Bjurstrom checks a leg kick nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Peterson misses the target.
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Peterson lands with a kick to the temple. Bjurstrom shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CL2#
Bjurstrom gets tackled into the cage by Peterson. Peterson maintains the clinch.
Bjurstrom is trying to drag Peterson to the mat but Peterson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Bjurstrom goes for a takedown attempt but Peterson pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Peterson is looking to chop away at Bjurstrom's legs.
Peterson goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Bjurstrom on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Peterson scores with a hook to the body. Bjurstrom takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bjurstrom jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Peterson tries to counter with a clinch but Bjurstrom shakes him off and moves away.
Peterson leaves Bjurstrom with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Peterson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Phoenix Peterson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bjurstrom keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Peterson rushes Bjurstrom and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Peterson struggles to land a body shot inside as Bjurstrom controls his hands.
Peterson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bjurstrom lands a right hand.
Peterson pushes off an throws an elbow but Bjurstrom leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Bjurstrom blocks an elbow strike.
Bjurstrom has a couple of punches blocked by Peterson.
Peterson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bjurstrom backwards.
Bjurstrom pushes Peterson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Peterson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bjurstrom's elbow.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Marco Bjurstrom has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bjurstrom wants a takedown.

And that's the end of the fight!
Phoenix Peterson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Peterson 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 45:50
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 45:50
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Phoenix Peterson!
Phoenix Peterson decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: MFC - 30
Date: Nov 09, 2024

#R1#
Veainu misses with an uppercut. Bjurstrom saw that one coming.#CL#
Bjurstrom moves into range and clinches up with Veainu.
Veainu misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Veainu's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bjurstrom throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Bjurstrom connects with a high kick.
Bjurstrom takes a swing at Veainu's ribcage but misses.
A head kick from Bjurstrom lands but Veainu takes it in his stride.
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick
and Veainu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bjurstrom misses with a low kick.
Bjurstrom slips under a jab from Veainu.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bjurstrom tries to clinch up
and Veainu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Veainu scores with a jab to the jaw.
Veainu throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bjurstrom slips a straight right by Veainu.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Veainu enables Bjurstrom to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Veainu manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Bjurstrom controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bjurstrom pushes down on Veainu's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2##SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The fighters are battling for position here. Veainu manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Bjurstrom trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Veainu wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Veainu keeping moving, preventing Bjurstrom from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Veainu on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #TD#
Bjurstrom feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Bjurstrom looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Veainu seems keen to control Bjurstrom's posture.
Bjurstrom looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bjurstrom wants to control from the top but Veainu keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom 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#
Veainu takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bjurstrom lands a lovely overhand right.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
A nice side step and Veainu releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Bjurstrom clinches with his opponent.
Veainu scores with a hook to the body.
Veainu lands a left hand.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Veainu.
Veainu throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Veainu gets underhooks to prevent Bjurstrom's takedown attempt.
Bjurstrom goes for a takedown in the clinch but Veainu prevents it.
Bjurstrom tries to throw a body punch but Veainu avoids it by throwing Bjurstrom back against the cage.
Bjurstrom is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marco Bjurstrom. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Veainu tries to work over Bjurstrom's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Veainu misses with a body punch. #T1#
A short uppercut from Veainu.
Bjurstrom fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Bjurstrom turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Bjurstrom manages to end up in side control.
Veainu is looking to regain half guard here but Bjurstrom keeps moving and retains side control.
Veainu wants to control but Bjurstrom postures up.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is trying to get an arm triangle but Veainu is defending well. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Veainu is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
You can see the frustration on Veainu's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Marco Bjurstrom overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2##SUB#
Bjurstrom goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Veainu rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Bjurstrom's guard! Nice work there by Veainu!
Veainu controlling from the top position.
Bjurstrom is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Veainu can do to turn this around?
Bjurstrom looking to control.
Bjurstrom is really struggling to control Veainu but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T3##SUB#
Bjurstrom has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Veainu should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Bjurstrom has tightened it up now! Veainu should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Marco Bjurstrom!
Marco Bjurstrom thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: MFC - 28
Date: Oct 31, 2024

#R1#
Campbell wants to clinch but Bjurstrom slips to the side
and Bjurstrom counters with a head kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bjurstrom.
Campbell tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Campbell tries to move into range but Bjurstrom moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CL#
Bjurstrom clinches up against the cage.
Campbell's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Campbell wants to get back to striking at distance but Bjurstrom won't allow it.
A right handed body shot lands from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom digs a right hand underneath Campbell's ribcage. Campbell let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Campbell looks winded!
Bjurstrom lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bjurstrom lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bjurstrom lands a right hand that snaps the head of Campbell backwards.
Bjurstrom has Campbell pressed against the cage, preventing Campbell from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Campbell misses with the head strike.
Bjurstrom gets through Campbell's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom lands a shoulder strike. #T1##TD#
Bjurstrom has picked Campbell up - he's going for a ride! Bjurstrom dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Bjurstrom passes to full mount!
Bjurstrom sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Bjurstrom has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Campbell is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marco Bjurstrom!
During a confident post fight interview, Marco Bjurstrom thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: MFC - 25
Date: Oct 16, 2024

#R1#
Bjurstrom tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ryan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ryan! But no joy.
Bjurstrom scores with a jab.#CL#
Bjurstrom clinches up with Ryan and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Ryan wants the takedown. Bjurstrom is fighting it off but Ryan persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Bjurstrom's guard against the cage.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ryan is aware though and is defending well.
Ryan in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bjurstrom working a defensive guard here.
Ryan stands up over Bjurstrom, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ryan's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Bjurstrom avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ryan with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Bjurstrom throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T1#
Ryan lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Bjurstrom is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ryan postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Ryan postures up.
Ryan is working Bjurstrom over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ryan lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Ryan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ryan lands a couple of elbows.
Ryan lands a couple of decent looking shots.#ROC2#Bjurstrom is rocked!#T2#
Bjurstrom keeping full guard, as Ryan tries to pass.
Ryan is in close to Bjurstrom's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Oh Bjurstrom is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bjurstrom working a defensive guard but Ryan passes into half guard.
Bjurstrom seems to have got his legs back now.
Bjurstrom is looking to control Ryan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bjurstrom avoid being mounted?
Nice strikes from Ryan there.
Bjurstrom trying to hold on to Ryan's head to control him but Ryan postures up.
Ryan lands with a punch from half guard.
Ryan unloads with some huge strikes here! Bjurstrom is out! Ryan wins by brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Dax Ryan!
Dax Ryan decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: MFC - 23
Date: Oct 10, 2024

#R1#
Lawson fails with the takedown.
Bjurstrom cracks Lawson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CUT#It looks like Jack Lawson has been cut.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#KD#
Bjurstrom sends Lawson crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Bjurstrom is motioning to the referee to let Lawson up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#Lawson is rocked!
Crack! A monster head kick from Bjurstrom and Lawson falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by Bjurstrom!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Marco Bjurstrom!
An out of breath Marco Bjurstrom thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: MFC - 20
Date: Sep 25, 2024

#R1#
Ryan on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bjurstrom lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Ryan shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bjurstrom as he avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ryan swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ryan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It seemed like Ryan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL#
Ryan gets tackled into the cage by Bjurstrom. Bjurstrom maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Ryan pulls guard effortlessly.
Bjurstrom tries to free his leg and advance position but Ryan is retaining full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ryan is on top in guard. #REVB#
Bjurstrom utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Ryan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bjurstrom has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ryan has managed to get both his arms back between Bjurstrom's legs - danger averted.
Bjurstrom is trying to control the position but Ryan postures up. #T1##SUB#
Bjurstrom pushes a forearm under Ryan's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Ryan is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marco Bjurstrom!
Marco Bjurstrom thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: MFC - 18
Date: Sep 14, 2024

#R1#
Campbell shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Campbell fails with an attempt to clinch. #TD#
Bjurstrom drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bjurstrom passes into half guard. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Bjurstrom perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Campbell sees it coming and defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bjurstrom uses his free foot to push down on Campbell's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Campbell.
Campbell tries to improve his position but instead Bjurstrom has taken his back! #T1##SUB#
Bjurstrom patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #SUB#
Bjurstrom is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Campbell taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Bjurstrom.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marco Bjurstrom!
After winning the bout, Marco Bjurstrom thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: MFC-16
Date: Sep 07, 2024

#R1#
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Hansen blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a leg kick
and Hansen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A low kick from Bjurstrom misses
and Hansen counters with a three punch combo that has Bjurstrom backing up. Bjurstrom nods at Hansen to acknowledge the strikes.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses
and Hansen counters with a nice uppercut.
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Hansen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bjurstrom moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hansen throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hansen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bjurstrom.
Hansen scores with a three punch combo!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bjurstrom throws a leg kick
and Hansen counters with a nice uppercut.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Bjurstrom scores with a leg kick.
Bjurstrom takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Hansen throws a nice looking combination but Bjurstrom bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bjurstrom looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick and Hansen moves out of range easily.
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick and Hansen moves out of range easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bjurstrom lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Hansen has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Hansen and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bjurstrom fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hansen manages to avoid it.
Hansen tries to clinch but Bjurstrom is having none of it.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Hansen misses its target.
A head kick by Bjurstrom misses
and Hansen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice jab there from Bjurstrom. #T2#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bjurstrom lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Hansen has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Hansen and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Hansen is looking to counter punch.
Hansen misses with a wild body shot.
Hansen checks a leg kick.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hansen moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Bjurstrom throws a nice looking combination but Hansen bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hansen dives in and grabs Bjurstrom's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bjurstrom pushes down on Hansen's head and hops out.
Hansen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hansen misses with a looping right.
Hansen with a jab.#T3#
Bjurstrom finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Hansen moves out of range.
Hansen fails to land the takedown.
Bjurstrom jabs Hansen to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Hansen throws out a powerful jab.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hansen is looking for a counter combo.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses. #T4#
Hansen shoots in looking for a takedown but Bjurstrom manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hansen's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marcus Hansen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hansen punishes Bjurstrom's body with a nice straight punch.
Bjurstrom connects with an inside leg kick.
Hansen goes for a double leg but Bjurstrom avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bjurstrom continues to drive forward.#TD2#
Bjurstrom manages to pull guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hansen sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hansen postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Hansen is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hansen has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hansen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Hansen from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Marcus Hansen will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD#
Bjurstrom gets caught flat footed, as Hansen shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hansen is in close to Bjurstrom's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hansen will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hansen wants to control from the top but Bjurstrom keeps moving.
Bjurstrom looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hansen 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.
Hansen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bjurstrom is keeping the position for now.
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Hansen from controlling successfully. #T1#
Hansen stands up over Bjurstrom, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hansen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hansen looking to pass the guard.
Hansen's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom working for a triangle but Hansen defends it easily.
Bjurstrom working a defensive guard here.
Hansen is in close to Bjurstrom's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hansen trying to control but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom.
Bjurstrom pulls Hansen in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for a guillotine here but Hansen defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hansen wants to control from the top but Bjurstrom keeps moving.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Hansen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bjurstrom is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hansen's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T3#
Hansen with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hansen keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Hansen from controlling successfully.
Hansen keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Hansen in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hansen landing some decent shots from guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom has his foot on Hansen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hansen works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom has his foot on Hansen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hansen works his way back into a safe position though.
Hansen keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Hansen from controlling successfully.
Hansen wants to pass the guard but Bjurstrom is keeping the position.#T4#
Hansen keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Hansen trying to control but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom.
Hansen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Bjurstrom trying to keep a closed guard but Hansen is proving a slippery customer.
Hansen is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bjurstrom working a defensive guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Bjurstrom throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hansen escapes and throws Bjurstrom's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Hansen in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marcus Hansen dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Hansen blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a low kick as Hansen jumps back.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bjurstrom misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hansen misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hansen is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bjurstrom. That's going to slow Hansen down.
Hansen doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bjurstrom counters with a head kick. That will keep Hansen thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks! #CUT2#It looks like Marcus Hansen has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom is looking to chop away at Hansen's legs.
Hansen blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Hansen is looking for a counter combo.
Bjurstrom works the jab nicely.
Bjurstrom throws out a leg kick but Hansen moves out of range and Bjurstrom only half commits.
It looked like Hansen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Hansen scores with a punch to the head.
Hansen blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Hansen scores with a nice right hand.
Bjurstrom throws a lazy head kick
and Hansen counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bjurstrom thinking.
Hansen fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bjurstrom avoids it really well and circles away.
Bjurstrom lands with a thumping leg kick.
Hansen misses with a series of wild punches. #T2#
Hansen will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
It looked like Hansen was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Hansen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Hansen misses with a few strikes there.
Bjurstrom uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hansen.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bjurstrom throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hansen avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Hansen keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T3#
Bjurstrom throws a push kick but Hansen slaps the foot to one side.
An attempted straight right counter from Hansen misses the target.
Bjurstrom misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Some wild striking there from Hansen. #TD#
Hansen shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bjurstrom napping and manages to drive through into side control!
You can see the frustration on Bjurstrom's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hansen is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Marcus Hansen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bjurstrom is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T4#
Bjurstrom on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Hansen performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Bjurstrom has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Hansen tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bjurstrom knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hansen seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bjurstrom does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Hansen is looking for a kimura but Bjurstrom is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hansen to get the leverage.
Bjurstrom trying to control but Hansen postures up. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Marco Bjurstrom has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bjurstrom tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.

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 Marcus Hansen.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Hansen, 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:28
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Marcus Hansen!
A very excited looking Marcus Hansen made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: MFC- 15
Date: Aug 31, 2024

#R1#
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Anderson moves out of range.
Bjurstrom walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bjurstrom is looking to slow Anderson down with leg kicks.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Anderson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bjurstrom defends well and Anderson ends up having to push Bjurstrom into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Anderson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
Anderson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bjurstrom slips a jab and a cross from Anderson.
Anderson lands with a straight right. Bjurstrom didn't see that one coming.
Anderson is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Anderson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bjurstrom counters with a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bjurstrom uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Anderson.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T1#
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Anderson dives in and grabs Bjurstrom's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bjurstrom pushes down on Anderson's head and hops out.
Bjurstrom lands a lovely overhand right.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
A big left from Bjurstrom misses.
Despite the aggression on Anderson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Anderson blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Anderson shoots in but Bjurstrom avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Marco Bjurstrom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sparky Anderson.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Anderson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Anderson moves out of range. #T2#
Anderson throws a lazy uppercut
and Bjurstrom counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick
and Anderson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Anderson cracks Bjurstrom with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Anderson stalks Bjurstrom and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Bjurstrom's face. Bjurstrom staggers backwards, shaken.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Anderson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bjurstrom in his tracks.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Anderson misses with an uppercut. Bjurstrom saw that one coming.
Anderson loads up on a big right hand but Bjurstrom slips the punch.#TD2#
Anderson feints and as Bjurstrom raises his hands in defense, Anderson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB#
Bjurstrom isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Anderson stacks Bjurstrom on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Anderson!
Anderson trying to control the position but Bjurstrom is working away. #T3#
Bjurstrom is trying to improve his position.
Anderson tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Bjurstrom regains half guard.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Anderson is looking to advance position but Bjurstrom won't allow it. #SUB2#
Anderson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bjurstrom doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Anderson. #SUB#
Bjurstrom actively working from the bottom here.
Bjurstrom slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Sparky Anderson will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Anderson moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Anderson throws a head kick but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Anderson throws a looping overhand right but Bjurstrom ducks down to avoid it.
Anderson 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.
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bjurstrom moves away.
Anderson throws a body punch but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
As Anderson looks to move away, Bjurstrom throws a big counter combo but Anderson just gets out of the way.
Anderson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bjurstrom sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Anderson throws a right and a left that both miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bjurstrom keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Anderson.
Anderson misses with a wild combination. #T1#
Anderson connects with the punch.
Anderson fails to land with a series of punches.
A big left from Anderson misses.
Anderson scores with a nice head shot.
Nice body kick from Bjurstrom.
Anderson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bjurstrom. Bjurstrom obviously looking to wear him down.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Anderson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bjurstrom listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Anderson looks to land a right hand but Bjurstrom moved out of range.
Anderson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Anderson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Anderson blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And Anderson tries to counter it with a takedown but Bjurstrom pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bjurstrom takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bjurstrom throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Anderson.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
As Bjurstrom backs off Anderson throws a huge counter combo but Bjurstrom manages to avoid it all.
A punch combination from Anderson misses.
A slow jab from Anderson misses its intended target.
Bjurstrom's jab looks to have found its range, popping Anderson under the eye.
Anderson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sparky Anderson seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD2#
Anderson throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bjurstrom was covering up waiting for the punch and Anderson finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Bjurstrom might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Bjurstrom looking to control. #T3#
Bjurstrom controlling the position.
Anderson wants to control from the top but Bjurstrom keeps moving.
Bjurstrom keeping full guard, as Anderson tries to pass. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for a guillotine here but Anderson defends easily.
Anderson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Bjurstrom looking for a guillotine here but Anderson defends easily. #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.
Anderson tries to free his leg and advance position but Bjurstrom is retaining full guard.
Anderson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Bjurstrom has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Anderson is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Bjurstrom.
Anderson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Bjurstrom will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Bjurstrom is not content to let Anderson control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
Anderson misses the jab.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Anderson blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Bjurstrom scores with a leg kick.
Anderson swings for the body but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Anderson misses with a looping right.
Anderson misses with a looping right.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Anderson is looking for the big counter here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Anderson moves out of range.
Bjurstrom with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Anderson to score with a decent uppercut.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Anderson, as that shot connected. #T1#
Anderson fails to land with a series of punches.
A punch combination from Anderson misses.
Bjurstrom turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Anderson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good leg kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a lazy head kick
and Anderson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Anderson misses with a body shot
and Bjurstrom counters with a thumping low kick.
Anderson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Anderson misses with an uppercut. Bjurstrom saw that one coming.
A slapping body kick lands there for Bjurstrom.
Anderson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Anderson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Anderson misses with a combination
and Bjurstrom counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It seemed like Anderson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Anderson scores with a one two! Bjurstrom had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Bjurstrom throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook. Anderson ducked under it nicely.
Anderson lands a body shot.
Anderson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bjurstrom connects with a looping right hand. #ROC#Anderson is rocked!
A head kick from Bjurstrom lands but Anderson takes it in his stride.
Anderson is still on wobbly legs! Can Bjurstrom finish him?
Anderson thuds a left hand into Bjurstrom's body.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
It seemed like Anderson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Anderson misses.#KD#
Bjurstrom lands a big head kick that sends Anderson tumbling to the mat! Bjurstrom takes a step backwards and waves Anderson back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Anderson throws a left and a right that both miss
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Bjurstrom takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Anderson shoots in for a takedown but Bjurstrom shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bjurstrom seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bjurstrom lands with a straight right. Anderson didn't see that one coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson tries to bum rush Bjurstrom with a series of wild strikes but Bjurstrom uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bjurstrom goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Anderson throws a hook but Bjurstrom avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom tries to bum rush Anderson with a series of wild strikes but Anderson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom tests Anderson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Anderson misses with a looping left.#T4#
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Anderson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Bjurstrom defending well as Anderson loads up on a big left hand.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Anderson seems to have recovered his senses.
Anderson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bjurstrom cracks Anderson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Anderson misses with an uppercut. Bjurstrom saw that one coming.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Anderson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Anderson's corner calls for a 1-2. Anderson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Anderson throws a nice looking combination but Bjurstrom bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Anderson cracks Bjurstrom with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom clearly takes that round.
That's time! Bjurstrom's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Anderson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Anderson's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Anderson duly obliges.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Anderson moves out of range of the body kick.
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bjurstrom moves away.
Anderson shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Bjurstrom eats them both and turns towards Anderson to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Anderson scores with a sloppy right hand. Bjurstrom should have avoided that one.
Anderson jabs Bjurstrom right on the nose. Bjurstrom blinks but takes it well.#ROC2#Bjurstrom is rocked!
Bjurstrom looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bjurstrom throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Anderson.
A big right from Anderson misses.
Bjurstrom is looking to counter with head kicks.#T1#
Anderson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A punch combination from Anderson misses.
Bjurstrom went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sloppy strikes from Anderson. Those never looked like landing.
Anderson's corner calls for a 1-2. Anderson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bjurstrom ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#KD#
Bjurstrom lands a big head kick that sends Anderson tumbling to the mat! Bjurstrom takes a step backwards and waves Anderson back to his feet - he wants the finish!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bjurstrom looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Anderson scores with a sloppy right hand. Bjurstrom should have avoided that one.
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
Anderson clobbers Bjurstrom with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T2#
Bjurstrom is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Anderson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bjurstrom counters with a low kick, right behind Anderson 's knee.
Anderson is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Anderson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bjurstrom manages to avoid it.
Bjurstrom throws a counter high kick but Anderson was just alert enough to avoid it.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Anderson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Anderson lands with a right hand.
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
Bjurstrom stuffs the takedown.
A telegraphed right hand from Bjurstrom misses the target.
Anderson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bjurstrom defends it well.#T3#
Bjurstrom fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Anderson avoids it really well and circles away.
Bjurstrom takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A combination from Anderson does no damage.
Anderson throws an overhand right that lands on Bjurstrom's shoulder, as Bjurstrom tries to avoid the shot.
Bjurstrom looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Anderson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little feinted left hand from Bjurstrom on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Anderson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bjurstrom finds it's way round the side to connect with Anderson's head.
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick #CL2#
and Anderson counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Anderson. #T4#
Bjurstrom jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Anderson walks away with a smile on his face. Bjurstrom gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Anderson misses with the combination.
Bjurstrom lands with a hook. Anderson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bjurstrom slips a jab and a cross from Anderson.
Nice shot by Anderson.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bjurstrom thumps Anderson with a low kick.
Anderson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bjurstrom sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sparky Anderson dominated that fourth round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Sloppy strikes from Anderson. Those never looked like landing.
Bjurstrom lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bjurstrom keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
Bjurstrom looks for the body kick but Anderson saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson slaps away a takedown attempt from Bjurstrom, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Anderson misses with an uppercut.
Anderson scores with a decent looking hook.#T1#
Bjurstrom attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bjurstrom misses with a series of wild punches.
Anderson throws a shot from downtown. Bjurstrom moves away and avoids it.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bjurstrom on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Anderson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Anderson throws a right hand that Bjurstrom ducks under and follows up with a left that Bjurstrom also avoids with ease.
Bjurstrom half committed to a counter leg kick.
Bjurstrom scores with a head kick.
Anderson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bjurstrom moves away.#T2#
Anderson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Anderson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A swing and a miss from Anderson.
As Anderson looks to move away, Bjurstrom throws a big counter combo but Anderson just gets out of the way.
Bjurstrom swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
A big right from Anderson misses.
Bjurstrom defending well as Anderson loads up on a big left hand.
Bjurstrom tries to land a leg kick but Anderson saw it coming and moves away.
Bjurstrom throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Anderson counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Anderson walks into a stiff left hand from Bjurstrom.#T3#
Bjurstrom moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Anderson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bjurstrom was well out of range. Poor timing from Anderson.
Anderson misses the shot to the body.
Bjurstrom swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Anderson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bjurstrom can pounce on him.
Horrible takedown attempt by Anderson or perhaps it was just good defense by Bjurstrom, which made it look bad.
Bjurstrom throws a lazy head kick
and Anderson counters with a nice uppercut.
Anderson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bjurstrom sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom throws a quick counter kick to the body but Anderson avoids it.
Bjurstrom has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Anderson looks to throw the jab but Bjurstrom is out of range.
Bjurstrom moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
Bjurstrom moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Anderson's corner calls for a 1-2. Anderson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bjurstrom fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bjurstrom keeping a good distance there, avoiding the 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!
A nice leg kick lands there from Bjurstrom.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Anderson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Anderson looks to land a combination. Bjurstrom sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Sparky Anderson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Anderson looks to land a combination but Bjurstrom avoids it well.
Marco Bjurstrom has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Anderson avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 47:49
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 46:49
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 46:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sparky Anderson!
Sparky Anderson is the new welterweight champion!
An intense looking Sparky Anderson took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'It's great to be the new champion, thanks to all my team around me'.

Event: MFC- 14
Date: Aug 24, 2024

#R1#
Bjurstrom buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bjurstrom tries to land a leg kick but Hansen saw it coming and moves away.
Bjurstrom throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Hansen counters with a one-two to the body.
Bjurstrom misses with a wild body shot.
Hansen misses with a double jab
and Bjurstrom counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Hansen is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bjurstrom tests Hansen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hansen avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Hansen blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bjurstrom.
Hansen jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bjurstrom wants to land a leg kick but Hansen is out of range.
Hansen moves out of range as Bjurstrom strikes.#T1#
Bjurstrom throws the left hand but Hansen avoids the punch easily.
Bjurstrom throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Hansen's head.
Bjurstrom thumps Hansen with a low kick.
Hansen throws a one two combo.
Hansen throws a looping overhand right but Bjurstrom ducks down to avoid it.
Hansen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bjurstrom throws an overhand right that lands on Hansen's shoulder, as Hansen tries to avoid the shot.
Hansen lands a jab-cross combination.
Bjurstrom with the inside leg kick.
Hansen shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bjurstrom pinned against the cage. Bjurstrom gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hansen checks a leg kick nicely.
Hansen avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom works Hansen's body with a nice hook.
Hansen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice cross by Hansen.
A lazy left from Hansen finds it's target.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hansen throws a series of punches but Bjurstrom avoids them all with ease.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Hansen tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bjurstrom manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hansen avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom. #T3#
Bjurstrom throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hansen on the side of the head.
Bjurstrom throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Hansen counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hansen defends it easily.
Hansen stands and throws Bjurstrom's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Hansen is putting a hurting on Bjurstrom here, landing some big shots from side control.
Bjurstrom takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Hansen landing strikes.
Bjurstrom takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Bjurstrom is trying to control Hansen's posture but Hansen avoids it.
Hansen has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Hansen wants to control but Bjurstrom is keeping him busy. #T4#
Hansen working the ground and pound from side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bjurstrom takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
You can see the frustration on Bjurstrom's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hansen is looking to take a break and control but Bjurstrom is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Hansen tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Hansen lands a few punches from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Hansen looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Bjurstrom wants to control but Hansen postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marcus Hansen dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Hansen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bjurstrom was well out of range. Poor timing from Hansen.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bjurstrom lands a head kick!
Bjurstrom tried to score with a low kick but Hansen checks it.
Marcus Hansen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Hansen pushes Bjurstrom up against the cage in a clinch.
Hansen'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.
Bjurstrom tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hansen just stands there and leans against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom scores with a nice hook to the head.#TD#
Hansen lands a takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bjurstrom trying to keep a closed guard but Hansen is proving a slippery customer. #T1#
Hansen wants to pass the guard but Bjurstrom is keeping the position.
Bjurstrom not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bjurstrom has momentary wrist control but Hansen slips an elbow through the middle.
Hansen will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hansen scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom is looking for a triangle here but Hansen uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Hansen connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Bjurstrom some visible discomfort.
Bjurstrom is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Hansen thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Hansen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bjurstrom can do to turn this around?
Hansen grinds an elbow into Bjurstrom's temple. #T2#
Bjurstrom tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hansen working the head with strikes.
Marcus Hansen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bjurstrom is trying to get back to half guard.
Hansen is working Bjurstrom over with some ground and pound from side control.
Hansen lands a nice forearm strike.
Bjurstrom is looking for a sweep.
Hansen creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Hansen is putting a hurting on Bjurstrom here, landing some big shots from side control.
Bjurstrom is looking for a sweep.
Bjurstrom is not content to let Hansen control the position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hansen grinds an elbow into Bjurstrom's temple. #T3#
Hansen scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Bjurstrom to see if he's OK.
Bjurstrom tries to bench press Hansen off him but Hansen keeps the position.
Hansen lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Bjurstrom tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hansen working the ground and pound from side control.
Bjurstrom manages to get back to half guard.
Hansen slows the pace down in half guard.
Bjurstrom trying to control but Hansen postures up. #SUB#
Hansen is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Bjurstrom still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Bjurstrom has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Hansen tries to buck Bjurstrom off but Bjurstrom is having none of it.#T4#
You can see the frustration on Hansen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bjurstrom is staying tight to Hansen's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Hansen tries to improve position but can't.
Hansen gets back to half guard.
Hansen moves into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hansen wants to sweep but no luck.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marcus Hansen 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.#R3#
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bjurstrom throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Hansen is looking for a counter combo.
Bjurstrom missing with a left hand there. Hansen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hansen ducks under a wild hook from Bjurstrom.
Hansen tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hansen throws a jab but it's blocked by Bjurstrom.
Hansen avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a lazy uppercut
and Hansen counters with a two punch combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hansen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A nice combination there by Hansen. #T1#
Hansen misses the jab.
Bjurstrom was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bjurstrom delivers a nice body kick.#TD#
Hansen closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Bjurstrom's guard.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hansen is pushing down on Bjurstrom's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bjurstrom is fighting to maintain full guard but Hansen has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hansen lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Hansen looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bjurstrom with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Hansen trying to mount his opponent but Bjurstrom defends it. #T2##SUB2#
Bjurstrom is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hansen pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Hansen is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Bjurstrom on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Hansen lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Hansen is trying to work for a kimura but Bjurstrom is defending well. #T3#
Hansen drops an elbow to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Bjurstrom is refusing to be controlled, as Hansen sits in half guard.
Bjurstrom works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bjurstrom is trying to control the position but Hansen postures up.
Hansen scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hansen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bjurstrom swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hansen chips away with some ground and pound.#T4#
Hansen showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hansen can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom is looking for a triangle but Hansen pushes his legs off easily.
Bjurstrom takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom is looking for a triangle but Hansen pushes his legs off easily.
Hansen stays in close to Bjurstrom's body and controls the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hansen postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hansen scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marcus Hansen clearly takes that round.
That's time! Hansen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Hansen blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom. #CL#
Hansen instigates a clinch.
Bjurstrom fails to pull guard.
Hansen is looking for a takedown.
Bjurstrom is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Hansen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hansen drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bjurstrom pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marcus Hansen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Bjurstrom swings widly with a right hand
and Hansen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hansen blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
An attempted straight right counter from Hansen misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook to the body
and Hansen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook
and Bjurstrom takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hansen moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#T1#
Hansen throws the left hand but Bjurstrom avoids the punch easily.
Bjurstrom slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Hansen thuds his right hand into Bjurstrom's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A head kick from Bjurstrom lands but Hansen takes it in his stride.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a low kick as Hansen jumps back.
A head kick misses from Bjurstrom.
Hansen throws a big counter combination but Bjurstrom scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
A slow jab from Bjurstrom misses its intended target.
Hansen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hansen sets himself, and Bjurstrom steps forward looking for the clinch! Hansen avoids it this time.
Hansen takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Hansen lands with an overhand left.#T2#
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Bjurstrom throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hansen.
Hansen went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
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!
Hansen misses with the combination.
It looks like Hansen has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Bjurstrom plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Hansen went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Bjurstrom shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hansen swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bjurstrom is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Hansen misses with a double jab.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Hansen blocks it.
Hansen went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T3#
Hansen misses with a double jab
and Bjurstrom counters with an outside leg kick. #TD#
Hansen gets a double leg takedown into Bjurstrom's guard.
Hansen stands up over Bjurstrom, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Bjurstrom working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hansen. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hansen looking to pass the guard.
Bjurstrom avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hansen seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Bjurstrom is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
Hansen content to stall in guard here.
Hansen trying to control but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom.
Bjurstrom is trying to control the position but Hansen postures up.
Hansen working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Hansen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hansen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bjurstrom swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marcus Hansen had his way with Marco Bjurstrom in that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R5#
Bjurstrom plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT2#It looks like Marcus Hansen has been cut.
Hansen avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Hansen misses with a takedown
and Bjurstrom counters with a head kick. That will keep Hansen thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks! #ROC2#Hansen is rocked!
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick and Hansen moves out of range easily.
Oh Hansen is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bjurstrom lands a big head kick that sends Hansen to the canvas! Bjurstrom follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marco Bjurstrom!
Marco Bjurstrom is the new welterweight champion!
Marco Bjurstrom seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 16, 2024

#R1#
Bjurstrom displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Magomedsharipov has a takedown stuffed.
Magomedsharipov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bjurstrom sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Magomedsharipov somewhat.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Bjurstrom scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Magomedsharipov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bjurstrom counters with a one-two to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magomed Magomedsharipov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Horrible takedown attempt by Magomedsharipov or perhaps it was just good defense by Bjurstrom, which made it look bad.
Bjurstrom lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Magomedsharipov with a poor takedown
and Bjurstrom counters with a nice leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Magomedsharipov tries to counter with a takedown but Bjurstrom is quick to defend against it.#T1#
Magomedsharipov takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Magomedsharipov is breathing heavily.#KD2#
Bjurstrom lands a big head kick that sends Magomedsharipov tumbling to the mat! Bjurstrom takes a step backwards and waves Magomedsharipov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Magomedsharipov is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Magomed Magomedsharipov has been cut.
Magomedsharipov gets hit by the mother of all head kicks and drops to the canvas in a crumpled heap! Woooow, the Internet is going to be talking about this one for weeks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Marco Bjurstrom!
After winning the bout, Marco Bjurstrom thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 13, 2024

#R1##TD#
Dillon gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bjurstrom to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Dillon being controlled here, momentarily.
Bjurstrom is pushing down on Dillon's leg trying to pass to half guard. Dillon is fighting to maintain full guard but Bjurstrom has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Bjurstrom has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Dillon defend it? Bjurstrom steps over the head and cranks it - Dillon is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Bjurstrom!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Marco Bjurstrom!
Our winner, Marco Bjurstrom, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 03, 2024

#R1#
Masters scores with a spinning back kick!
Bjurstrom thumps Masters with a low kick.
Masters throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#CL#
Masters has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Bjurstrom pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Masters blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Masters tried to counter with a leg kick but Bjurstrom avoided it.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Masters looks to land a right hand but Bjurstrom moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters avoids a kick to the body.
Masters scores with a kick to the midsection.
A low kick from Bjurstrom misses
and Masters counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Masters just misses with a punch to the body.
Masters changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Bjurstrom closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bjurstrom blocks the elbow strike.
Masters tries to throw a body punch but Bjurstrom avoids it by throwing Masters back against the cage.
Bjurstrom is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Masters pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD2#
Bjurstrom gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Bjurstrom is fighting to break Masters's control of his arms but Masters is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SU2#
Bjurstrom stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Masters takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Masters tries for a takedown but Bjurstrom circles away easily
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T2#
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Bjurstrom closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Masters to the mat! Masters manages to get full guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SU2#
Bjurstrom stands and steps away. Masters gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Masters is looking to counter punch.
Masters lands with a straight right. Bjurstrom didn't see that one coming.
Bjurstrom takes a swing at Masters's ribcage but misses.
It appears Masters was looking to counter with a kick there.
Masters blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Masters looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T3#
Masters misses with a looping left.
Bjurstrom lands a nice leg kick that just misses Masters's sensitive parts.
Bjurstrom missing with a left hand there. Masters was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Masters pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Masters blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Masters misses with a straight right.
Bjurstrom shapes to counter with a head kick.
Masters misses with a body kick.
Masters checks a leg kick nicely.
Masters thinks about countering with a head kick.#T4#
Masters throws a lazy body kick
and Bjurstrom cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bjurstrom misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Masters misses the body punch
and Bjurstrom counters with a big head kick but Masters shrugs it off.
Bjurstrom keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Masters throws a good cross that connects.
Bjurstrom scores with a leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Masters checks the leg kick nicely there.
It looked like Masters was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom dodges the punch combination from Masters.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Masters keeps the fight on the outside.
Bjurstrom takes one to the chin there.
Bjurstrom throws a sloppy head kick and Masters moves out of range easily.
Masters is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Bjurstrom throws a leg kick but Masters checks it.
Bjurstrom lands with a cross.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bjurstrom drops his hands momentarily and Masters takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Masters misses its target.
Masters wants to land a leg kick but Bjurstrom is out of range.
Masters fails to land the takedown.#T1#
Masters misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a kick to the body
and Masters counters with a nice kick to the body.
Masters throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Masters slips a jab from Bjurstrom.#T2#
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Masters dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Masters throws a right and a left that both miss.
Masters throws an overhand right that lands on Bjurstrom's shoulder, as Bjurstrom tries to avoid the shot.
Masters avoids the head kick by Bjurstrom.
Masters throwing a counter right hand but Bjurstrom manages to avoid it.
Masters fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bjurstrom looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Masters blocks a head kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a body shot
and Masters counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3#
Masters looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Masters lands with a good body shot.
Masters scores with a spinning back kick!
Masters throws the kick towards the body but Bjurstrom avoids it.
Bjurstrom flicks out a counter leg kick but Masters steps away.
Masters lands with a kick to the temple. Bjurstrom shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
A lazy body kick from Bjurstrom
and Masters cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses.
Masters throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Masters fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T4#
Masters thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Bjurstrom if he has to take too many more of those.
Bjurstrom has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Masters.
Bjurstrom moves out of range of the body kick from Masters.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Bjurstrom tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Masters throws a head kick but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anthony Masters dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bjurstrom chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bjurstrom throws a leg kick
and Masters counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Masters lands with a hook. Bjurstrom tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Masters checks a leg kick.
As Bjurstrom backs away, Masters returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#CL#
Masters moves into the clinch successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters has a couple of punches blocked by Bjurstrom.
I was talking to Masters's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Masters tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bjurstrom's elbow.
Masters working aggressively here. #BC2#
Bjurstrom manages to break the clinch.
Bjurstrom throws a chopping leg kick but Masters manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T1#
Bjurstrom misses with a wild body shot.
Masters throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Bjurstrom.
Nice body punch from Masters.
Bjurstrom throws a right hand that misses
enabling Masters to counter with a crisp jab.
Bjurstrom tries a head kick but it misses.
Bjurstrom throws a one two combo. #CUT2#It looks like Anthony Masters has been cut.
Masters connects with a nice looking jab.
Masters plants his feet and throws a brutal three punch combo that sends Bjurstrom swiftly into unconsciousness! Right, left, right! Boom, boom, boom! Bjurstrom face plants, battered and bloodied! He might never be the same again after that finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Anthony Masters!
An out of breath Anthony Masters thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 31, 2024

#R1#
Petrov misses with a right hand
and Bjurstrom makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Jab by Bjurstrom.
A big left from Petrov misses.
Bjurstrom went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A swing and a miss from Petrov.
Bjurstrom appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Petrov throws an off balance right hand
and Bjurstrom counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bjurstrom scores with a three punch combo!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Petrov.
Rashad Petrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice uppercut there from Bjurstrom.#ROC#Petrov is rocked!
Bjurstrom moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Petrov is still on wobbly legs! Can Bjurstrom finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bjurstrom lands a leg kick that knocks Petrov off balance momentarily.
Bjurstrom darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Petrov misses with a right hand #KD#
and Bjurstrom counters with a crisp right hand that drops Petrov! Bjurstrom lets Petrov back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#TD#
Bjurstrom closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Petrov quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB2#
Bjurstrom moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Petrov.
Bjurstrom advances to mount. #T1#
Bjurstrom looking to control and managing it successfully.
Petrov seems to have recovered his senses.
Petrov can't escape the position.
Bjurstrom takes Petrov's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Petrov is in trouble. #SUB#
Petrov tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Bjurstrom has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Petrov is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Marco Bjurstrom!
Our winner, Marco Bjurstrom, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: CFC 597
Date: Oct 13, 2023

#R1#
Bjurstrom throws out a loose jab but Murray uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murray replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bjurstrom blocks it well.
Bjurstrom cracks Murray with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bjurstrom scores with a jab to the head.
Bjurstrom throws a leg kick which misses Murray 's front leg but catches the back leg as Murray tries to avoid it.
Bjurstrom fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murray manages to avoid it.
Bjurstrom thows a leg kick but Murray checks it
and Murray cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook to the body
and Murray counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bjurstrom. #T1#
Nice jab there from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom tries to score a power double leg takedown but Murray sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bjurstrom somewhat.
Bjurstrom connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Murray blocks a low kick nicely.
Murray replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bjurstrom blocks it well.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Bjurstrom tests Murray 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bjurstrom misses with a leg kick
and Murray counters with a right hand to the body.
Bjurstrom tries to score a power double leg takedown but Murray sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bjurstrom somewhat.
Murray is trying to counter with his kicks.
Murray 's coach down at Casa Steel was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Murray 's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Bjurstrom changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Murray tries to avoid it but Bjurstrom manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Murray to the ground. Murray escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Murray unleashes a big counter combination but Bjurstrom bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marco Bjurstrom. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bjurstrom thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Murray uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Murray avoids it easily.
Murray looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook to the body
and Murray makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Bjurstrom really felt that one!
Bjurstrom tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A little jabbing left from Murray on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Murray moves out of range of the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Murray ! But no joy.
Bjurstrom misses with a right hand
and Murray finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Bjurstrom looks for a takedown but Murray sprawls well.
Murray is trying to counter with his kicks.#T4#
Murray ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bjurstrom misses with a wild body shot.
Bjurstrom swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Murray steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Bjurstrom uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The fighters circling - Bjurstrom throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Murray blocks the body kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bjurstrom misses with a right hand
and Murray counters with a nice kick to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom 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#
Bjurstrom misses with a hook to the body
and Murray cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bjurstrom looks to throw the jab but Murray is out of range.
Bjurstrom scoring well with a low kick there.
Bjurstrom throws a solid leg kick but Murray takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bjurstrom.
A countering left hand to the body from Murray misses.
Murray takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murray takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Murray steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bjurstrom.
Marco Bjurstrom is winning the standup battle so far.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook. Murray ducked under it nicely.
Murray is trying to counter with his kicks.#T1#
Bjurstrom missing with a left hand there. Murray was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bjurstrom turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bjurstrom ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murray moves away.
A countering left hand to the body from Murray misses.
Bjurstrom misses with a body shot.
Murray unleashes a big counter combination but Bjurstrom bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Murray bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Murray swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Murray gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bjurstrom lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bjurstrom is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Murray can do to turn this around?#T2#
Bjurstrom waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Murray .
A slow jab from Bjurstrom misses its intended target.
Lee Murray is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bjurstrom missing with a left hand there. Murray was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bjurstrom throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Murray appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bjurstrom rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Murray to counter with a crisp jab.
Bjurstrom misses with a looping right.
Murray throws out a counter right but Bjurstrom avoids it with no problem.
Murray takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Bjurstrom throws a leg kick
and Murray counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #T3#
Bjurstrom looks to score with a jab to the body but Murray is just out of range.
Murray throws a fast counter high kick but Bjurstrom manages to duck under it in time.
Murray displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bjurstrom throws out the jab.
Murray steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Bjurstrom misses with an uppercut
letting Murray counter with a right hand.
Bjurstrom fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Murray now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bjurstrom swings away with a body shot that misses
and Murray counters with a deadly accurate combination that rocks Bjurstrom badly! He tries to strike back but Murray puts an end to that with another precision combo that knocks Bjurstrom out cold! Oh man, Bjurstrom will never hear the end of this one!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Lee Murray !

Event: CFC 588
Date: Sep 15, 2023

#R1#
The fighters circling - Raharu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bjurstrom looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Raharu scores with a jab to the jaw.
Raharu tries to clinch up but Bjurstrom circles away and keeps his distance.
Bjurstrom takes one on the button.
Raharu scores with a one two! Bjurstrom had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Raharu is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Raharu moves into range and clinches up with Bjurstrom.
Raharu pushes Bjurstrom back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom is working Raharu over against the cage.
Raharu cracks Bjurstrom with a nice body shot.
Bjurstrom taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Bjurstrom throws a punch but it's blocked by Raharu.
Raharu looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
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!
Raharu letting Bjurstrom take a breather here.
Raharu tries to throw a body punch but Bjurstrom avoids it by throwing Raharu back against the cage.
Raharu lands a left hand.
A short right from Raharu. #T1#
Raharu has a couple of punches blocked by Bjurstrom.
Raharu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bjurstrom lands a left hand.
Bjurstrom wants to stall.
A short left from Raharu.
Raharu lands a hook that snaps the head of Bjurstrom backwards.
Raharu is trying to drag Bjurstrom to the mat but Bjurstrom just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom slows down the pace here.
Bjurstrom blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Bjurstrom.
Raharu misses with the head strike.
Bjurstrom throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Raharu lands a hook that snaps the head of Bjurstrom backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with the head strike.
A shot in the inside from Bjurstrom.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bjurstrom blocking some punches.
Raharu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Raharu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bjurstrom creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Raharu misses with a punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Raharu's elbow.
A short right from Raharu.
Raharu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bjurstrom misses with a punch on the inside.
A body shot lands from Raharu.
Raharu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Raharu scores with a hook to the body.
Raharu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bjurstrom backwards.
Bjurstrom stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Raharu misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Bjurstrom lands a shoulder strike.
Raharu drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bjurstrom lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bjurstrom lands a hook that snaps the head of Raharu backwards.
Bjurstrom scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Raharu blocks an uppercut.
Bjurstrom misses with the head strike.
Raharu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bjurstrom's elbow.
Raharu gets through Bjurstrom's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Raharu takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Raharu manages to break the clinch.
Raharu connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bjurstrom momentarily.
Raharu tries to clinch
and Bjurstrom counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Raharu tries to clinch up.
Bjurstrom ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Raharu moves away.#T4##KD#
Bjurstrom cracks Raharu with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Raharu looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Bjurstrom finish him? #ROC#Raharu is rocked!#CL2#
Raharu fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bjurstrom, pushing him back against the cage.
Raharu is still on wobbly legs! Can Bjurstrom finish him?
Raharu misses with some punches.
Raharu seems to have recovered his senses.
Raharu tries to work over Bjurstrom's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bjurstrom lands an uppercut.
Raharu swings wildly with an uppercut but Bjurstrom uses good head movement to avoid it.
Raharu lands with a short shot to the head.
Bjurstrom misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Raharu has a couple of punches blocked by Bjurstrom.
Raharu throws a head punch that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Raharu.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Raharu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bjurstrom lands an uppercut.
Raharu tries to work over Bjurstrom's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Raharu presses Bjurstrom against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Omar Raharu will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Raharu throws a shot from downtown. Bjurstrom moves away and avoids it.
Bjurstrom scores with a sloppy right hand. Raharu should have avoided that one.
Raharu moves out of range of the body kick from Bjurstrom.
Raharu lands with a nice body punch.
Raharu throws a good cross that connects.
Raharu slips under a jab.
Raharu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bjurstrom.
Raharu connects with a body shot.
Raharu misses with a wild body shot.
Raharu has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Raharu connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom misses the jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bjurstrom. #CL2#
Raharu closes the distance and clinches.
Raharu misses with the head strike. #T1#
Bjurstrom scores with a nice hook to the head.
Raharu tries to throw a body punch but Bjurstrom avoids it by throwing Raharu back against the cage.
Bjurstrom lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Raharu backwards.
Raharu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Raharu working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Omar Raharu seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bjurstrom leaning against his opponent.
Raharu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Raharu swings wildly with an uppercut but Bjurstrom uses good head movement to avoid it.
Raharu working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bjurstrom trying to control the position but instead, Raharu has worked for underhooks and has pushed Bjurstrom into the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Raharu fails to land.
Raharu swings wildly with an uppercut but Bjurstrom uses good head movement to avoid it.
Raharu tries to throw a body punch but Bjurstrom avoids it by throwing Raharu back against the cage.
Bjurstrom tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Raharu's elbow.
Raharu trying to control the position but instead, Bjurstrom has worked for underhooks and has pushed Raharu into the cage.#T2#
Raharu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bjurstrom swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bjurstrom blocking some punches.
Raharu prevents Bjurstrom from breaking the clinch.
Bjurstrom working aggressively here.
A short left from Bjurstrom.
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!
Raharu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom stalling in the clinch but Raharu improves position.
Raharu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Raharu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Raharu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Raharu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Raharu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Raharu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bjurstrom tries to throw a body punch but Raharu avoids it by throwing Bjurstrom back against the cage.
Raharu misses with a body punch.
Bjurstrom lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bjurstrom.
Raharu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Raharu swings wildly with an uppercut but Bjurstrom uses good head movement to avoid it.
Raharu being controlled against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Raharu misses with some punches.
Raharu misses with some punches.
Raharu has a couple of punches blocked by Bjurstrom.
Raharu struggles to land a body shot inside as Bjurstrom controls his hands.
Bjurstrom is trying to break the clinch but Raharu has him pressed against the cage.
Raharu scores with a shot to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
A left hand lands to the body for Raharu.
Stalling in the clinch from Bjurstrom.
Raharu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bjurstrom blocks a body shot from Raharu. #T4#
Raharu throws a punch but it's blocked by Bjurstrom.
Raharu misses with a punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom prevents a body shot from Raharu.
Bjurstrom tries to work over Raharu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Raharu tries to work over Bjurstrom's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Raharu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom looking to slow down the pace here.
Bjurstrom blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bjurstrom lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Raharu backwards.
Raharu misses with a punch to the body.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Bjurstrom leaning his opponent against the cage.
Raharu misses with some punches.
Bjurstrom throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Raharus head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Omar Raharu 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#
Nice defenses there by Raharu.
Bjurstrom tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Raharu was well out of range. Poor timing from Bjurstrom.
Raharu tries to counter by closing the distance.
Raharu tries to clinch but Bjurstrom moves out of range. #TD#
Bjurstrom shoots in and gets a takedown into Raharu's guard.
Bjurstrom might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Bjurstrom advances to half guard.
Bjurstrom working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Raharu's thigh. Raharu counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Bjurstrom controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Bjurstrom drops back looking for a leg! Raharu is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Raharu manages to kick Bjurstrom off! Bjurstrom jumps back into Raharu's guard.
Bjurstrom trying to control but Raharu is working from the bottom.
Raharu has Bjurstrom pulled in close to control his posture. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Raharu being controlled here, momentarily.
Bjurstrom wants to control from the top but Raharu keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Raharu tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bjurstrom swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Raharu tests Bjurstrom's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Raharu stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Raharu wants it to stay on the feet.#T3#
Raharu 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.
Bjurstrom wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bjurstrom throws a lazy right hand but Raharu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Raharu steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom connects with a leg kick.
Raharu moves in looking to clinch but Bjurstrom pushes him off.
Raharu jabs Bjurstrom right on the nose. Bjurstrom blinks but takes it well.
Bjurstrom looks to throw the jab but Raharu is out of range.
Raharu is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Jab, jab by Bjurstrom - just one landing.
Bjurstrom takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Raharu tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A slow jab from Raharu misses its intended target. #CL2#
Raharu closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bjurstrom holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Bjurstrom makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bjurstrom taking a breather.
Raharu struggles to land a body shot inside as Bjurstrom controls his hands.
A hook to the body from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Raharu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bjurstrom fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom scores with a shot to the side of Raharu's head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bjurstrom.
Omar Raharu is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A nice right hand lands inside from Raharu.
Bjurstrom misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bjurstrom misses with a short punch on the inside.
Raharu prevents a body shot from Bjurstrom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bjurstrom prevents a body shot from Raharu.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bjurstrom throws a head punch that misses.
Marco Bjurstrom has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bjurstrom misses with a short punch on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marco Bjurstrom showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Raharu 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Omar Raharu!

Event: CFC 578
Date: Aug 12, 2023

#R1#
Ning scores with a hook to the body. Bjurstrom takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Some bone on bone action there as Bjurstrom checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Bjurstrom is looking to counter punch.#TD2#
Ning decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Ning throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Bjurstrom to regain full guard.
Ning stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bjurstrom swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Ning from controlling successfully.
Ning has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at 3Band MMA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Ning 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.
Bjurstrom wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Bjurstrom throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #T1#
Bjurstrom keeping full guard, as Ning tries to pass.
Bjurstrom might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ning trying to control the position from guard on top but Bjurstrom is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ning wants to pass the guard but Bjurstrom is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ning throws a looping overhand right but Bjurstrom ducks down to avoid it.
Bjurstrom is looking to counter punch.
Ning misses with an uppercut
and Bjurstrom counters with a nice body shot.
Ning jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bjurstrom is looking to counter with head kicks.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Ning misses the target.
Bjurstrom was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ning fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bjurstrom checks it well.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ning takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bjurstrom with the inside leg kick.
Ning sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Ning misses with a body punch
letting Bjurstrom counter with a right hand.
Ning walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T3##TD2#
Ning darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.

Bjurstrom has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Ning is on him like a limpet, forcing Bjurstrom back against the cage.
Bjurstrom lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Bjurstrom scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bjurstrom stalling in the clinch.
Bjurstrom is working Ning over against the cage.
Bjurstrom blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bjurstrom lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ning backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bjurstrom has Ning pushed against the cage.
Bjurstrom'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.
Bjurstrom seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.#T4#
A left hand lands to the body for Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bjurstrom has Ning pressed against the cage. #BC#
Bjurstrom escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ning rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bjurstrom makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Ning looks winded!
A looping hook to the body misses from Ning . Bjurstrom does a little dance to reset his feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Bjurstrom misses its target.
Ning is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Bjurstrom waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ning .
Bjurstrom stuffs the takedown attempt from Ning . Ning gets slowly back to his feet.
Ning throws a body punch but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Ning is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bjurstrom sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
It looked like Bjurstrom was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ning .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ning misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bjurstrom appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Marco Bjurstrom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wee Ning .
Ning misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bjurstrom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ning .
Bjurstrom misses with a body shot.
Wee Ning seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ning misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom avoids the body shot from Ning .
A looping hook to the body misses from Ning . Bjurstrom does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ning misses the body punch
and Bjurstrom cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
A slow jab from Bjurstrom misses its intended target.
Ning doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ning closes the distance and clinches up with Bjurstrom, looking for a takedown. Ning pushes Bjurstrom against the cage but Bjurstrom circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ning shoots and misses
and Bjurstrom counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ning throws a sloppy body shot
and Bjurstrom makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Ning really felt that one!
Ning is breathing heavily.
Ning misses with a right hand
and Bjurstrom counters with a series of strikes that practically lifts Ning off his feet! He tumbles backwards, his head bouncing off the mat - Bjurstrom follows up with more strikes before the ref can step in but Ning was out before he hit the floor.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Marco Bjurstrom!
A relieved looking Marco Bjurstrom thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: CFC 567
Date: Jul 01, 2023

#R1#
Bjurstrom misses with a wild combination.
Dienekes changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bjurstrom connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dienekes uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Dienekes avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dienekes is out of range and Bjurstrom settles back down.
Dienekes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bjurstrom throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dienekes sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dienekes tries to counter with a takedown but Bjurstrom is quick to defend against it.
Bjurstrom scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dienekes doesn't seem bothered though.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Bjurstrom throws a body punch but Dienekes moves out of range.
Bjurstrom fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dienekes has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bjurstrom fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dienekes on the side of the head.
Dienekes moves out of range of the strikes.
Bjurstrom looks to score with a jab to the body but Dienekes is just out of range.
Bjurstrom misses with an uppercut. Dienekes saw that one coming.
Dienekes attempts a counter takedown but Bjurstrom avoids it well and moves away.
Bjurstrom waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dienekes.
A shot to the body from Bjurstrom misses #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a single leg into guard. Bjurstrom didn't expect that.
Our spies down at at Jorzi GYM inform us that Bjurstrom has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Dienekes postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Dienekes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bjurstrom works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dienekes is looking to work some ground and pound but Bjurstrom has wrist control.
Dienekes trying to control but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom.
Dienekes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bjurstrom trying to control the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dienekes accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bjurstrom trying to keep a closed guard but Dienekes is proving a slippery customer.
Dienekes loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Dienekes throws a big right hand that misses.
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Dienekes from controlling successfully.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Bjurstrom working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dienekes.
Bjurstrom working a defensive guard here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bjurstrom misses with an uppercut. Dienekes saw that one coming.
Dienekes attempts a counter takedown but Bjurstrom avoids it well and moves away.
Bjurstrom is looking to chop away at Dienekes's legs.
Bjurstrom swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bjurstrom won't be happy with that.
Bjurstrom parries the strikes from Dienekes easily there. Dienekes is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Bjurstrom to escape.
Dienekes tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Dienekes trying to control the position but Bjurstrom is working away. #T4#
Dienekes throwing shots but missing, from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bjurstrom pushes Dienekes away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Dienekes gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Dienekes tries to score with some ground and pound. Bjurstrom controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Dienekes throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Dienekes working away.
Dienekes will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dienekes scoring with punches and elbows.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dienekes in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Dienekes controlling the position. #SUB#
Dienekes is trying to get an arm triangle but Bjurstrom is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Marco Bjurstrom will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Bjurstrom throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bjurstrom!
Dienekes lands an elbow.
Bjurstrom is trying to get back to half guard.
Dienekes throws an elbow but Bjurstrom slips to the side and avoids it well.
Doric Dienekes overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dienekes in side control, throwing shots but Bjurstrom defends.
Bjurstrom is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Dienekes is controlling him well.
Dienekes is working Bjurstrom over with some ground and pound from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom is not content to let Dienekes control the position.
Dienekes working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T1#
Dienekes scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Bjurstrom to see if he's OK.
Dienekes working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Dienekes in side control lands a decent elbow.
Dienekes controls the position from side control.
Dienekes looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Bjurstrom is avoiding damage well.
Bjurstrom is not content to let Dienekes control the position.
Dienekes throws a strike aimed at the side of Bjurstrom's head but Bjurstrom avoids it well.#T2#
Bjurstrom is trying to buck Dienekes off.
The strikes coming from Dienekes are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Dienekes trying to control the action but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom.
Dienekes creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Bjurstrom sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Dienekes sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Bjurstrom is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Dienekes is trying to ground and pound but Bjurstrom uses the momentary lack of control by Dienekes to regain half guard.
Bjurstrom tries to get to full guard but Dienekes has control of the leg.
Dienekes has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T3#
Dienekes thows a huge punch but Bjurstrom dodges it nicely.
Dienekes not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Bjurstrom preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Dienekes working Bjurstrom over with strikes.
Dienekes not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Dienekes is trying to control the action in half guard but Bjurstrom is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dienekes not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Dienekes thows a huge punch but Bjurstrom dodges it nicely. #T4#
Dienekes is keen to just control but Bjurstrom is a slippery customer.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Dienekes thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bjurstrom's head.
Dienekes looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bjurstrom with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Dienekes drops an elbow to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Dienekes missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Dienekes slips a nice elbow through Bjurstrom's hands, connecting with Bjurstrom's forehead.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dienekes not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dienekes missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dienekes seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doric Dienekes dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Dienekes takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bjurstrom rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dienekes moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bjurstrom sprawls and moves away.
Bjurstrom misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dienekes.
Bjurstrom keeping moving, preventing Dienekes from controlling successfully.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dienekes accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dienekes throws a big right hand that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dienekes keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bjurstrom's head.
Dienekes throws a big elbow that misses.
Dienekes postures up in Bjurstrom's guard and throws a big left but Bjurstrom blocks it. #T1#
Bjurstrom wants to stand but Dienekes is controlling the position.
Dienekes with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dienekes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bjurstrom works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dienekes throws a big elbow that misses.
Dienekes throwing strikes from guard but Bjurstrom blocks nicely.
Dienekes with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dienekes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bjurstrom works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dienekes postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dienekes scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
Dienekes throws a big elbow that misses.
Dienekes trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dienekes trying to control the position from guard on top but Bjurstrom is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Marco Bjurstrom is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bjurstrom clobbers Dienekes with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Dienekes avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dienekes slips a straight right by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with a head kick.
Dienekes tries to counter with a takedown but Bjurstrom is quick to defend against it.
Bjurstrom throws a body punch but Dienekes moves out of range.
Dienekes feinted with a counter takedown.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T3#
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dienekes's head backwards.
Bjurstrom throws a body shot but no joy.
Dienekes feinted with a counter takedown.
Dienekes needs to keep his hands up - Bjurstrom had a free shot at his head there.
Bjurstrom throws a hook to the side of Dienekes's head but Dienekes sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Dienekes blocks it.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Dienekes blocks it.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bjurstrom sprawls and moves away.
Bjurstrom lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Dienekes slips a straight right by Bjurstrom.#T4#
Bjurstrom lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bjurstrom lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Doric Dienekes is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Dienekes avoids it easily.
Dienekes tries to counter with a takedown but Bjurstrom is quick to defend against it.
Bjurstrom misses with an uppercut.
Dienekes feinted with a counter takedown.
Bjurstrom throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB#
Dienekes is working for a submission of some sort.
Dienekes winds up and cracks Bjurstrom with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom really dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Bjurstrom misses with a hook. Dienekes ducked under it nicely.
Bjurstrom lands a leg kick that knocks Dienekes off balance momentarily.
Bjurstrom scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bjurstrom scores with a jab.
Dienekes walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Dienekes gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bjurstrom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a single leg into guard. Bjurstrom didn't expect that.
Dienekes landing some decent shots from guard.
Dienekes trying to control but Bjurstrom is working from the bottom. #T1#
Dienekes passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Dienekes throws a strike aimed at the side of Bjurstrom's head but Bjurstrom avoids it well.
Check out the look on Dienekes's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Dienekes is working Bjurstrom over with some ground and pound from side control.
Bjurstrom struggling a bit here.
Dienekes postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly. #SUB#
Dienekes looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2#
Sloppy strikes there by Dienekes.
Dienekes in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Bjurstrom defending against the ground and pound.
Dienekes lands an elbow.
Dienekes misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Dienekes tries to advance to mount but can't.
The strikes coming from Dienekes are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T3#
Bjurstrom managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Dienekes.
Bjurstrom tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dienekes wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dienekes throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Bjurstrom takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Dienekes creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Bjurstrom sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Dienekes is putting a hurting on Bjurstrom here, landing some big shots from side control.
Sloppy strikes there by Dienekes.
Bjurstrom managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Dienekes.
Dienekes looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Bjurstrom is avoiding damage well.
Dienekes tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Dienekes lands some shots froms side control.
Dienekes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bjurstrom can do to turn this around?#T4#
Dienekes wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bjurstrom keeps working.
Dienekes moves into full mount!
Bjurstrom is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Bjurstrom regains half guard.
Dienekes thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bjurstrom blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dienekes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dienekes lands strikes from half guard.
Dienekes not landing any meaningful shots this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doric Dienekes had his way with Marco Bjurstrom in 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Bjurstrom misses with a left hand #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dienekes.
Dienekes throwing strikes but missing.
Dienekes missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dienekes is looking to work some ground and pound but Bjurstrom has wrist control.
Dienekes throwing strikes from guard but Bjurstrom blocks nicely.
Dienekes trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes throwing strikes but missing.
Dienekes postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1#
Dienekes working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Dienekes working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Dienekes postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dienekes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bjurstrom works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dienekes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bjurstrom works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dienekes working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dienekes trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Bjurstrom is controlling Dienekes's posture.
Dienekes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Dienekes throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bjurstrom misses with an uppercut.
Dienekes attempts a counter takedown but Bjurstrom avoids it well and moves away.
Bjurstrom swings for the body but Dienekes moves out of range.
Dienekes avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Donk. Bjurstrom catches Dienekes right on the button with a cross.
Bjurstrom with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bjurstrom scores with a jab to the head.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T3#
Dienekes loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bjurstrom is pulling down on Dienekes's head. It's preventing any offense from Dienekes, at least for the moment.
Dienekes postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dienekes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dienekes throwing strikes from guard but Bjurstrom blocks nicely.
Dienekes lands a couple of elbows.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dienekes accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #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.
Dienekes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dienekes trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dienekes is looking to work some ground and pound but Bjurstrom has wrist control.
Dienekes works over Bjurstrom with some ground and pound from guard.
Dienekes in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bjurstrom working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dienekes.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Bjurstrom not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bjurstrom cracks Dienekes with a good jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bjurstrom misses with a body shot.
Bjurstrom throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dienekes sees it coming and avoids it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Doric Dienekes showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Dienekes 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 48:47
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 48:47
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Doric Dienekes!
Doric Dienekes retains his middleweight title!

Event: CFC 553
Date: May 13, 2023

#R1#
Bjurstrom throws a hook to the side of Bolsonaro's head but Bolsonaro sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An attempted straight right counter from Bolsonaro misses the target.
Bjurstrom lands a leg kick that knocks Bolsonaro off balance momentarily.
Bjurstrom misses with a right hand
and Bolsonaro counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bolsonaro takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bolsonaro takes a swing at Bjurstrom's ribcage but misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bjurstrom.
Bolsonaro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bjurstrom.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bjurstrom lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Eduardo Bolsonaro has been cut.
Bolsonaro slips under a jab from Bjurstrom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolsonaro slips a jab from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a looping overhand right but Bolsonaro ducks down to avoid it.
Bjurstrom wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bolsonaro throws a looping overhand right but Bjurstrom ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Bjurstrom misses with a hook. Bolsonaro ducked under it nicely.
Bolsonaro misses with a right hand
and Bjurstrom counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bjurstrom connects with a leg kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bolsonaro counters with a nice uppercut.
Good standup being displayed there by Bolsonaro as he connects with a hook.
Bolsonaro blocks a jab.
A quick step to the side and Bolsonaro tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bjurstrom moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bjurstrom takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bjurstrom fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bolsonaro walks into a straight right hand from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bjurstrom with the inside leg kick. #T2#
Bolsonaro throws a right hand that misses
and Bjurstrom counters with a good low kick that Bolsonaro was not able to check.
Bjurstrom looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bjurstrom misses with a straight left.
Bolsonaro is looking to counter punch.
Bolsonaro gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bjurstrom lands a leg kick that knocks Bolsonaro off balance momentarily.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Bolsonaro avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom misses with a lunging right hand
and Bolsonaro counters with a stiff right hand.
Bjurstrom misses the shot to the body.
Bolsonaro slips under a jab.
Bjurstrom lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bjurstrom lands with an overhand left.#T3#
Bolsonaro throws a big shot that misses.
Bjurstrom misses with a looping right.
Bjurstrom with the inside leg kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a wild body shot.
Bjurstrom scores with a nice body kick.
Bjurstrom ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bjurstrom lands with a good body shot.
Bolsonaro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bjurstrom counters with a nice leg kick.
Bjurstrom lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bolsonaro throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bjurstrom counters with a low kick, right behind Bolsonaro 's knee.
Bolsonaro bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bolsonaro scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T4#
Bjurstrom loads up on a big right hand but Bolsonaro slips the punch.
Bolsonaro was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bolsonaro steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Bjurstrom. That one must have hurt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bjurstrom lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bolsonaro misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bolsonaro avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bolsonaro is looking to counter punch.
A good leg kick by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom jabs Bolsonaro right on the nose. Bolsonaro blinks but takes it well.
Bjurstrom feints and then cracks Bolsonaro's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bolsonaro down.
Bjurstrom misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Bolsonaro wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A big right from Bolsonaro misses.
Bolsonaro is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bolsonaro throws a big shot that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Eduardo Bolsonaro's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bjurstrom throws the left hand but Bolsonaro avoids the punch easily.
Bolsonaro is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bjurstrom misses with a straight left.
A little feinted left hand from Bolsonaro on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bolsonaro on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Bjurstrom connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bolsonaro momentarily.
Bolsonaro throws a poor cross that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Bjurstrom with a nice calf kick.
Bjurstrom fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bolsonaro avoids the body shot from Bjurstrom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom scores with a head kick.
Bolsonaro needs to keep his hands up - Bjurstrom had a free shot at his head there.#ROC2#Bolsonaro is rocked!
Bolsonaro gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Bjurstrom gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marco Bjurstrom!
After winning the bout, Marco Bjurstrom thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CFC 541
Date: Apr 01, 2023

#R1#
Frank throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bjurstrom looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Frank throws a jab when Bjurstrom was well out of range.
Frank tries to clinch but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Bjurstrom on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Frank ducks under a wild hook from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom misses with the combination.
Bjurstrom staying out of range there.
Bjurstrom misses with a looping right.
Bjurstrom lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Frank at a distance.
Bjurstrom slips a jab from Frank.
A nice side step and Bjurstrom releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Frank throws an off balance right hand
and Bjurstrom counters with a right hand to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom throws an off balance right hand
and Frank connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bjurstrom lunges at Frank with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Frank's hand.
Bjurstrom cracks Frank with a good 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!
Bjurstrom displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Frank throws out the jab.
Bjurstrom scores with a punch to the head.#T1#
Frank takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Frank takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Frank slips a straight right by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom scores with a leg kick.
Frank tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bjurstrom feints a counter leg kick.
Frank throws a looping overhand right but Bjurstrom ducks down to avoid it.
Frank swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bjurstrom looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bjurstrom lands with a kick to the ribs.
Bjurstrom lands with a shot to the body.
Bjurstrom comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Frank.
Bjurstrom dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Frank scores with a jab. Bjurstrom acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Frank looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Frank tests Bjurstrom's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Frank is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Frank doesn't manage to clinch there - Bjurstrom circles away.
Frank takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T2#
Frank drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bjurstrom circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bjurstrom scores with a kick to the body.
Frank throws a hook but Bjurstrom avoids it easily.
Frank walks into a straight right hand from Bjurstrom.
Frank looks to throw the jab but Bjurstrom is out of range.
Frank's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bjurstrom under the eye.
Bjurstrom uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Frank.
Bjurstrom let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Frank misses with a hook
and Bjurstrom counters with a nice leg kick.
Bjurstrom steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Frank.
Bjurstrom lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Frank lands a nice shot that snaps Bjurstrom's head back.
Frank is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bjurstrom misses the jab.
Bjurstrom scores with a punch to the head.#T3##CL#
Frank pushes Bjurstrom up against the cage in a clinch.
Bjurstrom lands a left hand that snaps the head of Frank backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bjurstrom creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bjurstrom displaying some good clinch control by pressing Frank up against the cage.
Frank looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Frank is trying to break free.
Bjurstrom working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bjurstrom scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bjurstrom working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Frank wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Bjurstrom has him pressed against the cage.
Bjurstrom prevents Frank from breaking the clinch.
Bjurstrom lands a body shot in the clinch.
Frank looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Bjurstrom lands with a left to the head. #T4#
Frank tries to work over Bjurstrom's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bjurstrom scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Frank tries to circle away but Bjurstrom has him pinned against the cage.
Bjurstrom scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Frank tries to circle away but Bjurstrom has him pinned against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Bjurstrom lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Frank is trying to force a seperation but Bjurstrom has the dominant position.
Bjurstrom stalling.
Frank has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Frank wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Bjurstrom makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bjurstrom keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Frank's efforts to push away.
Frank tries to break free but Bjurstrom pushes him back against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Frank throws a hook but Bjurstrom blocks it.
Frank throws a lazy uppercut
and Bjurstrom counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Freaky Frank seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Frank blocks a jab.
Bjurstrom lunges at Frank with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Frank's hand.
Bjurstrom swats away the attempt to clinch by Frank.
Bjurstrom is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Frank.
Frank throws a jab but it's blocked by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Frank.
Bjurstrom digs a good body shot into Frank's ribs.
Bjurstrom throws a hook to the side of Frank's head but Frank sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom connects with an inside leg kick.
Bjurstrom has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Frank misses with an uppercut
and Bjurstrom counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Frank throws a hook but Bjurstrom avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom scores with a punch to the head.
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!
Bjurstrom ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Bjurstrom throws a lazy right hand but Frank sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bjurstrom scores with a jab to the body.
Bjurstrom throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bjurstrom on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Frank misses with an uppercut. Bjurstrom saw that one coming.
Bjurstrom staying out of range there.
Frank rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bjurstrom counters with a good, hard body kick but Frank shrugs it off.
Bjurstrom cracks Frank with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Frank misses with a hook.
It seemed like Bjurstrom was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Frank tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Frank getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bjurstrom works the jab nicely.#CUT2#It looks like Freaky Frank has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Frank throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Frank throws a shot from downtown. Bjurstrom moves away and avoids it.
Bjurstrom scoring well with a low kick there.
Bjurstrom connects with a solid leg kick. #T2#
Frank throws a jab but it's blocked by Bjurstrom.
Frank misses with a straight left.
Frank is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Frank takes one to the chin there.
Bjurstrom throws a nice outside leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bjurstrom. That's going to slow Frank down.
Frank tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It seemed like Bjurstrom was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Frank wants to clinch up but Bjurstrom keeps it at a distance.
A big right from Frank misses.
Frank lands a nice shot that snaps Bjurstrom's head back.
A low kick lands for Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a nice outside leg kick.
Frank has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bjurstrom.
Frank misses with a right hand
and Bjurstrom counters with an outside leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bjurstrom. That's going to slow Frank down.
Bjurstrom lands an overhand right.#T3#
Frank slips a straight right by Bjurstrom.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bjurstrom.
Frank swings widly with a right hand
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
and Bjurstrom counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bjurstrom avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Frank looks to land a right hand but Bjurstrom moved out of range.
Bjurstrom with a jab.
Frank throws a right hand that misses
and Bjurstrom counters with an inside leg kick.
Frank swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bjurstrom scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bjurstrom lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Bjurstrom. Frank shrugs it off though.
Frank tries to clinch there but Bjurstrom circles away.
Bjurstrom fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Frank.
Donk. Frank catches Bjurstrom right on the button with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Frank takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T4#
Frank closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Frank chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bjurstrom can pounce on him.
Frank misses with a straight right.
Frank tries to clinch up
and Bjurstrom counters with a right hand to the body.
Bjurstrom throws a body kick that misses.
Frank showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bjurstrom.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bjurstrom stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bjurstrom lands a right hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Freaky Frank's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
A telegraphed right hand from Frank misses the target.
An inside leg kick lands from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Frank takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A big left from Bjurstrom misses.
Frank jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bjurstrom defending well as Frank loads up on a big left hand.
Bjurstrom throws a front kick that sends Frank stumbling back into the cage.
Nice body punch from Bjurstrom.
An inside leg kick lands from Bjurstrom.
Frank is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bjurstrom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Decent striking displayed by Bjurstrom there.
Frank on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Frank looks to land a right hand but Bjurstrom moved out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Bjurstrom. #T1#
Frank takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Frank lands with a right hand.
Bjurstrom moves out of range of the strikes.
Bjurstrom throws a nice outside leg kick.
Frank tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Freaky Frank has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bjurstrom throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Frank on the side of the head.
A jab from Frank misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bjurstrom.
Frank looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bjurstrom takes one on the button.
Frank looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bjurstrom turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bjurstrom fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Frank swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bjurstrom! But no joy.
Frank misses with a hook. Bjurstrom ducked under it nicely.
Frank throws a lazy uppercut
and Bjurstrom counters with a thumping low kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Frank throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
A big left from Frank misses.
Frank rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bjurstrom counters with a slapping leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Bjurstrom, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bjurstrom blocks a jab.
Bjurstrom with a nice calf kick.
Bjurstrom moves out of range as Frank strikes.
A little jabbing left from Bjurstrom on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A good leg kick by Bjurstrom.
Frank will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Bjurstrom bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Frank's head.
Bjurstrom scores with a leg kick.
Bjurstrom scores with a jab to the jaw.
Frank misses with a straight left.
Frank throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Donk. Bjurstrom catches Frank right on the button with a cross.
Frank rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bjurstrom counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
A left lands for Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom thuds his right hand into Frank's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Frank throws a big shot that misses.
Frank throws an overhand right that lands on Bjurstrom's shoulder, as Bjurstrom tries to avoid the shot.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Bjurstrom - that will leave a mark!
Frank rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bjurstrom counters with a stiff right hand.
Bjurstrom displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Frank throws out the jab.
Bjurstrom tries a quick counter leg kick but Frank is wise to it.
Frank throws an overhand right that lands on Bjurstrom's shoulder, as Bjurstrom tries to avoid the shot.
Bjurstrom looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Frank throws a poor cross that misses
and Bjurstrom makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Bjurstrom connects with a leg kick.
Bjurstrom uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Frank gets cracked there but stands up to it. #ROC2#Frank is rocked!
Bjurstrom scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Oh Frank is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bjurstrom scores with a jab to the body.
Frank seems to have got his legs back now.#T4#
Bjurstrom lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Frank rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bjurstrom makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Frank throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bjurstrom defending well as Frank loads up on a big left hand.
Frank takes one on the button.
Bjurstrom connects with a leg kick.
Bjurstrom lands a nice leg kick that just misses Frank's sensitive parts.
Frank throws a hook but Bjurstrom avoids it easily.
Frank misses with a straight right.
Good exchange - Bjurstrom coming out on top.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#KD2#
Bjurstrom lands a big uppercut and Frank crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Frank looks OK. Bjurstrom waves Frank back to his feet!
Bjurstrom scores with a nice body kick.
Frank throws a lazy uppercut
and Bjurstrom counters with a crisp right that sends Frank to the canvas! Bjurstrom follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marco Bjurstrom!
During a confident post fight interview, Marco Bjurstrom thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: CFC 529
Date: Feb 18, 2023

#R1#
Bjurstrom blocks a head kick by Ham.
Bjurstrom definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bjurstrom staying out of range there.
Bjurstrom is looking to land body kicks.
Ham is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bjurstrom with a body shot.
Bjurstrom with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bjurstrom lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ham's sensitive parts.
Bjurstrom throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bjurstrom cracks Ham with an open hand slap.
Bjurstrom scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ham in his tracks.
Ham gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom moves away from the strike by Ham.
A quick step to the side and Bjurstrom tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marco Bjurstrom seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bjurstrom connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ham checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bjurstrom lands with a thumping leg kick. #T1#
Bjurstrom ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ham throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Ham stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom scores with a punch to the head.
Bjurstrom throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bjurstrom thumps Ham with a low kick.
Ham on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bjurstrom. Bjurstrom obviously looking to wear him down.
Bjurstrom tries to score with a low kick but Ham moves his leg out of the way.
The fighters circling - Bjurstrom throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bjurstrom throws a head kick but Ham moves out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Ham misses.
Bjurstrom swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
Ham uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bjurstrom.
Ham works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A head kick misses from Ham.
Bjurstrom swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bjurstrom throws a lazy head kick
and Ham counters with a big head kick but Bjurstrom shrugs it off.
Bjurstrom throws a hook to the side of Ham's head but Ham sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bjurstrom swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bjurstrom doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ham throws a head kick but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Bjurstrom tries to land a body kick
and Ham counters with a nice body kick.
Bjurstrom checks a low kick from Ham.
Ham lands with a cross. #T3#
Ham tests Bjurstrom's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ham lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bjurstrom has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bjurstrom and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ham.
Ham slips a straight right by Bjurstrom.
Ham scores with a hook to the body. Bjurstrom takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ham connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bjurstrom lands with a nice body kick.
Ham throws a leg kick but Bjurstrom sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bjurstrom is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ham throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bjurstrom.
Ham is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Good work by Bjurstrom as he checks the leg kick.#T4#
Bjurstrom getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bjurstrom throws a body punch but Ham moves out of range.
Ham has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Ham swings for the body but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Bjurstrom missing with a left hand there. Ham was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ham does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Bjurstrom jabs Ham right on the nose. Ham blinks but takes it well.
Bjurstrom thows a leg kick but Ham checks it
and Ham counters with a nice body kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook
and Ham counters with a solid body kick.
Ham throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Ham avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt.
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 Marco Bjurstrom will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
A head kick misses from Ham.
Bjurstrom thumps Ham with a low kick.
Bjurstrom does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Bjurstrom with a nice calf kick.
Ham scores with a nice body kick.
Ham keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ham's sensitive parts.
Bjurstrom smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom throws a low kick but Ham moves out of range easily.
Ham throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ham displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bjurstrom throws out the jab.
A little jabbing left from Ham on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bjurstrom punishes Ham's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
A left lands for Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bjurstrom checks a low kick from Ham.
Bjurstrom half committed to a counter leg kick.
A low kick from Ham misses
letting Bjurstrom counter with a right hand.
Bjurstrom lands with a kick to the ribs.
Bjurstrom moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Ham misses with a body kick.
Bjurstrom is looking to land body kicks.
Bjurstrom misses the shot to the body.
Ham thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Bjurstrom if he has to take too many more of those.
Bjurstrom keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T2#
Bjurstrom blocks a low kick nicely.
Bjurstrom thumps Ham with a low kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Ham to counter with a crisp 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!
Bjurstrom swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jab by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom tests Ham's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ham takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Ham throws a sloppy body shot
and Bjurstrom counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marco Bjurstrom is winning the standup battle so far.
Ham steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T3#
Bjurstrom pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bjurstrom fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ham manages to avoid it.
Ham let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bjurstrom is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ham can do to turn this around?
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Ham blocks it.
And Ham responds with a good body kick, but Bjurstrom manages to step out the way in time.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws out a leg kick but Ham moves out of range and Bjurstrom only half commits.
Bjurstrom throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Bjurstrom sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Ham throws a body punch but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Bjurstrom on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ham. Ham obviously looking to wear him down.
Ham scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T4#
Bjurstrom on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Bjurstrom chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ham shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Ham avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bjurstrom throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bjurstrom throws a leg kick that is checked
and Ham counters with a nice leg kick.
Bjurstrom checks a leg kick nicely.
Ham has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom avoids the head kick by Ham.
Bjurstrom is looking to counter punch.
Bjurstrom moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bjurstrom scoring well with a low kick there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Marco Bjurstrom dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Ham wants to slow Bjurstrom down by chopping away at his legs.
Bjurstrom was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ham lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ham moves away from the strike by Bjurstrom.
Ham displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bjurstrom throws out the jab.
Ham takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ham scores with a leg kick.
Ham keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Bjurstrom misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Ham.
Bjurstrom throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ham sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ham's sensitive parts. #T1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ham checks a leg kick.
Ham has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A low kick from Ham is predictable there
and Bjurstrom counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Bjurstrom on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ham.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bjurstrom lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Ham has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Ham and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ham throws a leg kick
and Bjurstrom counters with a straight right hand.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bjurstrom darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ham takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bjurstrom checks a leg kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a low kick as Ham jumps back.
Ham replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bjurstrom blocks it well.
Ham tries to land a front kick but Bjurstrom steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T2#
Bjurstrom lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A slow jab from Bjurstrom misses its intended target.
Bjurstrom cracks Ham with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ham takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bjurstrom keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ham's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Ham throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bjurstrom is looking to slow Ham down with leg kicks.
Scooter Ham has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bjurstrom checks a low kick from Ham.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bjurstrom. That's going to slow Ham down.
Bjurstrom moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a leg kick. #T3#
Ham on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bjurstrom takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Ham throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Bjurstrom's head.
A jab from Bjurstrom misses.
Bjurstrom throws an overhand right that lands on Ham's shoulder, as Ham tries to avoid the shot.
Ham keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bjurstrom.
Ham uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bjurstrom.
Ham tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bjurstrom is able to avoid easily.
Ham uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T4#
Bjurstrom misses with an uppercut. Ham saw that one coming.
Bjurstrom looks to score with a jab to the body but Ham is just out of range.
Ham walks forward, straight into a front kick from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom lands a lovely overhand right.
Crunch! Bjurstrom slams his shin into Ham's torso.
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!
Ham throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bjurstrom counters with a leg kick.
Ham throws a half hearted mid kick.
A low kick from Bjurstrom is predictable there
and Ham counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ham throws a head kick that misses.
Ham tests Bjurstrom's chin there with a solid looking shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marco Bjurstrom showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bjurstrom 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: CFC 521
Date: Jan 21, 2023

#R1#
Bukaew thuds his right hand into Bjurstrom's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bjurstrom scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bukaew doesn't seem bothered though.
Bukaew loads up on a big right hand but Bjurstrom slips the punch.
Bjurstrom misses with a looping right.
Bukaew cracks Bjurstrom with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bjurstrom lands with a nice body punch.
Bjurstrom slips a straight right by Bukaew.
We've been told by Bukaew's head coaches at Rough House that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bukaew takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bukaew walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bjurstrom fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bukaew fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bjurstrom manages to avoid it.
Bjurstrom swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bukaew seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bjurstrom. Bukaew does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bjurstrom scoring well with a low kick there.
Bjurstrom cracks Bukaew with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CUT2#It looks like Samart Bukaew has been cut.
Bjurstrom misses with a right hand
and Bjurstrom takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bjurstrom misses with a low kick.
Bjurstrom takes one to the side of the head. #T1#
Bjurstrom misses with a wild body shot.
Bjurstrom throws a right hand that misses
and Bukaew counters with a straight right hand.
Bjurstrom's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bukaew connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bjurstrom scrambles back to his feet.
Bukaew with a hook.
Nice defenses there by Bukaew.
Bjurstrom throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bjurstrom misses with a looping right.
Bjurstrom moves away from the strike by Bukaew.
Bjurstrom staying out of range there.
Bjurstrom let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bukaew scores with a jab to the body.
A slow jab from Bukaew misses its intended target.
Bukaew scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bukaew misses the body punch
and Bjurstrom counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bjurstrom. Bukaew does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bjurstrom slips under a jab from Bukaew.
Bukaew is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
A cross from Bjurstrom lands.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bjurstrom slips under a jab.
Bjurstrom looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bukaew scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bjurstrom scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bukaew connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bjurstrom. Bjurstrom circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bukaew moves away from the strike by Bjurstrom.
Bukaew throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bjurstrom looks to land a combination but Bukaew avoids it well.
Bjurstrom throws a jab but it's blocked by Bukaew.
Bukaew throws a hook to the side of Bjurstrom's head but Bjurstrom sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bjurstrom throws out a counter right but Bukaew avoids it with no problem.
Bjurstrom is looking to land body kicks.
Bukaew thuds his right hand into Bjurstrom's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bukaew looks to land a right hand but Bjurstrom moved out of range.
Bjurstrom looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bukaew swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bukaew takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bukaew swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bjurstrom counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bjurstrom looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bukaew misses with a left hand
and Bjurstrom counters with a thumping low kick. #T3#
Bjurstrom explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
A jab from Bukaew does it's job there.
Bukaew's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Bukaew duly obliges.
Bukaew thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bjurstrom ducks under a wild hook from Bukaew.
Bukaew misses with a wild combination.
Good exchange - Bjurstrom coming out on top.
Bjurstrom looks to land a body kick but Bukaew moved away.
Bjurstrom steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bukaew.
A big right from Bjurstrom misses.
Bukaew misses with a body shot.
Bukaew takes a swing at Bjurstrom's ribcage but misses.
Bjurstrom doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T4#
Bjurstrom connects with a single shot there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bjurstrom misses the body punch
and Bukaew counters with a stiff right hand.
Good exchange - Bukaew coming out on top.
Bjurstrom ducks under a wild hook from Bukaew.
Bjurstrom moves forwards but Bukaew connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bjurstrom throws a nice looking combination but Bukaew bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bjurstrom is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bukaew.
Bukaew misses with a lunging right hand
and Bjurstrom counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bukaew swings for the body but Bjurstrom moves out of range.
Bukaew lands an overhand right.
Bjurstrom misses with a kick to the body
and Bukaew counters with a stiff right hand.
A big left from Bjurstrom misses.
Bukaew was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bukaew is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bjurstrom throws a body punch but Bukaew moves out of range.
Bukaew throws a right hand that misses
and Bjurstrom counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bukaew steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bjurstrom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Marco Bjurstrom will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Samart Bukaew's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Bjurstrom ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bukaew lands a jab.
Bjurstrom avoids the body shot from Bukaew.
Bjurstrom looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bjurstrom ducks under a wild hook from Bukaew.
Samart Bukaew seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bjurstrom misses with a hook. Bukaew ducked under it nicely.
Bukaew misses with a series of wild punches.
Bjurstrom moves out of range as Bukaew strikes.
Bukaew scores with a nice strike.
Bjurstrom bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bukaew's head backwards.
Bjurstrom throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjurstrom dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bukaew. That did some damage!
Jab, jab by Bjurstrom - just one landing.
Bjurstrom gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bukaew lands a head shot.#T1#
Bukaew moves away from the strike by Bjurstrom.
A little feinted left hand from Bukaew on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bukaew throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bjurstrom sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom throws a jab but it's blocked by Bukaew.
Bjurstrom throws a jab when Bukaew was well out of range.
Bjurstrom takes a swing at Bukaew's ribcage but misses.
Bukaew jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bukaew misses with a straight right.
Bukaew misses with a looping right.
Bjurstrom walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bukaew sizes up Bjurstrom with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bukaew is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bjurstrom getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Samart Bukaew is winning the standup battle so far.
Bjurstrom ducks under a wild hook from Bukaew.
Bukaew misses with a looping left.
Bjurstrom connects with a nice looking jab.
Bukaew takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T2#
Bjurstrom takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bjurstrom throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bukaew misses with a two punch combination.
Bukaew moves out of range of the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bukaew. Bjurstrom does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bukaew throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bjurstrom counters with a nice low kick that buckles Bukaew's knee momentarily.
Bjurstrom throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bukaew moves out of range of the body kick from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bjurstrom thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bukaew throws a right hand that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Bukaew ducks under a wild hook from Bjurstrom.
Bukaew uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bjurstrom.
A jab from Bjurstrom misses.
It looked like Bukaew wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Bukaew avoids it easily.
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Bukaew blocks it.#T3#
Bukaew tries to bum rush Bjurstrom with a series of wild strikes but Bjurstrom uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bukaew defending well as Bjurstrom loads up on a big left hand.
Bjurstrom clobbers Bukaew with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bukaew misses with a hook. Bjurstrom ducked under it nicely.
Bukaew uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bjurstrom.
Bukaew uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bukaew throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bjurstrom counters with a nice uppercut.
Bukaew takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bukaew throws a shot from downtown. Bjurstrom moves away and avoids it.
Bukaew misses with a lunging right hand
and Bukaew takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bjurstrom keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bjurstrom throws a lazy uppercut
letting Bukaew counter with a right hand.
Bukaew throws out a loose jab but Bjurstrom uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bukaew takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bukaew tests Bjurstrom's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bukaew throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bjurstrom takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bjurstrom looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bjurstrom looks to score with a jab to the body but Bukaew is just out of range.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bjurstrom throws a leg kick that misses.
A slow jab from Bjurstrom misses its intended target.
Bjurstrom moves out of range of the strikes.
Bukaew blocks a leg kick.
Bukaew scores with a punch to the head.
Bukaew steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bjurstrom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bukaew.
Bjurstrom throws an overhand right that lands on Bukaew's shoulder, as Bukaew tries to avoid the shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Marco Bjurstrom will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Samart Bukaew's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Bjurstrom throws a hook but Bukaew blocks it.
Bjurstrom fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bjurstrom uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bukaew.
Bukaew ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A cross from Bukaew lands.
Bukaew is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bukaew works the jab nicely.
Bjurstrom throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Bukaew to counter with a crisp jab.
Bjurstrom displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bukaew throws out the jab.
Bjurstrom looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bjurstrom walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bukaew lands with a straight right. Bjurstrom didn't see that one coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bjurstrom scoring well with a low kick there.
Bukaew misses with a hook. Bjurstrom ducked under it nicely.
Bjurstrom looks to score with a jab to the body but Bukaew is just out of range.#T1#
Bukaew throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bjurstrom counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bukaew thinking.
Bukaew misses the shot to the body.
Bukaew misses with a wild body shot.
Bukaew lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Bjurstrom misses with a straight left.
Bjurstrom looks to throw the jab but Bukaew is out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Bukaew there.
Bjurstrom tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bukaew was well out of range. Poor timing from Bjurstrom.
Nice defenses there by Bjurstrom.
Bukaew misses with a hook.
Bukaew slips a jab from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a leg kick but Bukaew checks it.
Bjurstrom fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bukaew has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Some wild striking there from Bjurstrom.
Samart Bukaew has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Bukaew misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bjurstrom.
Bukaew takes a swing at Bjurstrom's ribcage but misses.
Bjurstrom takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bukaew keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Bjurstrom moves out of range as Bukaew strikes.
It seemed like Bjurstrom was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bukaew digs a good hook to Bjurstrom's body.
Bjurstrom throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bukaew appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bjurstrom misses with a shot to the body
and Bukaew counters with a stiff right hand.
Bukaew cracks Bjurstrom with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bukaew moves out of range of the strikes.
Bukaew misses the shot to the body.
Bukaew bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bukaew swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bukaew throws a jab but it's blocked by Bjurstrom. #T3#
Bukaew misses with a body shot.
Bjurstrom thinks about the counter body kick.
Bukaew uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bjurstrom.
Bukaew throws a shot from downtown. Bjurstrom moves away and avoids it.
Bukaew misses with a looping right.
Bukaew is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bjurstrom displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bukaew throws out the jab.
Bjurstrom throws a big shot that misses.
Bukaew lands with a right hand.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bjurstrom.
Nice uppercut lands for Bukaew. That snapped Bjurstrom's head back.
Bjurstrom slips under a jab.
Bjurstrom tries a quick counter leg kick but Bukaew is wise to it.
Bjurstrom misses with a low kick as Bukaew jumps back.
Bjurstrom slips under a jab from Bukaew.
Bukaew pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Bjurstrom back to the cage. Bukaew follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Bjurstrom throws a right hand that misses
and Bjurstrom takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Bukaew missing with a left hand there. Bjurstrom was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bjurstrom throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
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!
Bukaew throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A swing and a miss from Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom throws a big shot that misses.
Bukaew appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bukaew ducks under a wild hook from Bjurstrom.
Bukaew uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bjurstrom.
Bjurstrom walks into a straight right hand from Bukaew.
Bukaew takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A jab from Bjurstrom finds it's way through Bukaew's defenses.
A big right from Bjurstrom misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bjurstrom.
Bukaew misses the shot to the body.
Bukaew takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A shot to the body from Bukaew misses
and Bjurstrom counters with a straight punch to the midsection.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 29:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Marco Bjurstrom!
Marco Bjurstrom thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 10, 2022

#R1#
De Rossi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bjurstrom swivels and escapes.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Bjurstrom has eaten all the pies!
De Rossi walks into a straight right hand from Bjurstrom.#CUT2#It looks like Luca De Rossi has been cut.
De Rossi shoots in but no luck this time.
Good leg kick by Bjurstrom.
De Rossi misses with a takedown attempt
and Bjurstrom counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps De Rossi thinking.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Luca De Rossi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That kick from Bjurstrom tenderised De Rossi's leg. De Rossi is trying to keep his angry face on.
De Rossi tries to clinch up.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bjurstrom.
De Rossi with a poor takedown
and Bjurstrom scores with a counter punch that sends De Rossi to the canvas! Bjurstrom smells blood - he's punishing De Rossi with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! De Rossi has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marco Bjurstrom!

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