Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: HRL53
Date: Jan 20, 2024

#R1##TD2#
McConnell looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Hallandy tries to push off, looking to stand up, but McConnell manages to move to mount!
McConnell sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hallandy wants to hold on but McConnell pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McConnell controlling from the full mount.
Hallandy is trying to escape the mount.
McConnell tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hallandy knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for McConnell on the ground.#T1#
Hallandy working to try and regain half guard.
McConnell thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Hallandy tries to hold on but McConnell postures up.#SU2#
McConnell stands up from mount. Strange move.
Hallandy has a takedown stuffed.
McConnell 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.
McConnell has a takedown stuffed.#T2#
Hallandy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McConnell as he jumps to the side.
Hallandy shoots for a double leg takedown but McConnell sprawls well. He's pushed Hallandy's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Erling Hallandy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McConnell shoots in for a takedown but Hallandy shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL#
Hallandy pushes McConnell up against the cage in a clinch.
McConnell prevents a takedown attempt there.
McConnell tries to pull guard but Hallandy won't allow it. #BC2#
McConnell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hallandy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Hallandy drives through and clinches with McConnell against the cage. #BC2#
McConnell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3#
Hallandy misses the shot to the body.
Hallandy throws a head kick that misses.
McConnell fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hallandy avoids it really well and circles away.
McConnell with a lazy takedown attempt #CL#
and Hallandy counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
McConnell lands a hook that snaps the head of Hallandy backwards.
Hallandy goes for a takedown attempt but McConnell pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
McConnell fails with the takedown.#CL#
Hallandy has McConnell up against the cage in a clinch.
Hallandy controlling the action here for a moment. #T4#
Hallandy is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Hallandy is trying to pull guard but McConnell turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD2#
McConnell pulls guard.
McConnell being controlled here, momentarily.
McConnell has control of Hallandy's left arm, preventing Hallandy from doing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McConnell is trying to keep Hallandy in close.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Michael McConnell will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD#
Hallandy shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.

McConnell pushes Hallandy off and gets back to his feet.
McConnell fails with a takedown attempt.
McConnell stuffs the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hallandy fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hallandy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McConnell paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hallandy stuffs the takedown.
Hallandy fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Erling Hallandy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Hallandy tries to clinch but McConnell is having none of it.
McConnell shoots in for a double leg but Hallandy sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hallandy.
McConnell goes for a double leg but Hallandy avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Hallandy continues to drive forward.
Hallandy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hallandy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McConnell defends it nicely.#CL#
Hallandy has taken the fight to the clinch. #T2#
McConnell stops a takedown attempt from Hallandy.
McConnell is working for takedown but Hallandy is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hallandy wants to get back to striking at distance but McConnell won't allow it.
McConnell has Hallandy pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hallandy manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Hallandy jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as McConnell walks away with a smile on his face. Hallandy gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Hallandy dives in for a single leg takedown but McConnell sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
McConnell tries to counter with a clinch but Hallandy shakes him off and moves away.
Hallandy is trying to push McConnell away but McConnell has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Hallandy wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but McConnell has him pressed against the cage.#T3#
McConnell tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
McConnell tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hallandy just stands there and leans against the cage.
Hallandy wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but McConnell has him pressed against the cage.#TD2#
McConnell successfully pulls guard.
Hallandy throws an elbow that misses. McConnell uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Hallandy's guard. Nice move by McConnell !#REVB##SUB#
Hallandy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
McConnell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hallandy working a defensive guard but McConnell passes into half guard.
McConnell is trying to control. Hallandy wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hallandy wants to improve his position but McConnell is controlling well. #T4#
Hallandy wants to control but McConnell is keeping busy and won't allow it.
McConnell is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
McConnell wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hallandy keeps working.
McConnell thows a huge punch but Hallandy dodges it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McConnell passes the guard and advances to mount!
McConnell scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Hallandy?
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael McConnell 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##TD2#
Hallandy gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
McConnell pushing down on Hallandy's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hallandy is trying to get back to full guard.
McConnell controlling the action here.
Hallandy is trying to control but McConnell passes into side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McConnell content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T1#
Hallandy is trying to improve his position.
Hallandy on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hallandy tries to get out of the position.#SU2#
McConnell stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Hallandy shoots in for a takedown but McConnell shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hallandy.
Hallandy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but McConnell defends well and Hallandy ends up having to push McConnell into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Erling Hallandy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
McConnell has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Hallandy uses from the top position.
McConnell is pulling down on Hallandy's head to control his posture. #T2##SUB2#
McConnell has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Hallandy doesn't defend quickly enough and McConnell has managed to lock this one up! Can Hallandy escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to McConnell on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Michael McConnell !

Event: HRL49
Date: Jan 06, 2024

#R1#
McConnell fails with an attempt to clinch.
Simonsgaurd was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sloppy strikes from Simonsgaurd. Those never looked like landing.
McConnell fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
McConnell misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
Simonsgaurd rushes McConnell and presses him up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McConnell misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Simonsgaurd.
A short left from Simonsgaurd.
Simonsgaurd holding his opponent close, against the cage.
McConnell lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Simonsgaurd.
Simonsgaurd scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Simonsgaurd has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
McConnell on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
McConnell wants to stall.
Simonsgaurd lands with a short shot to the head.
McConnell tries to pull guard but Simonsgaurd won't allow it.
Craig Simonsgaurd has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .
McConnell wants to stall.
Simonsgaurd gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from McConnell .
Simonsgaurd is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McConnell is defending well for now.
Simonsgaurd misses with an elbow strike.
Simonsgaurd creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Come on Simonsgaurd - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#T2#
Simonsgaurd throws an elbow but it misses.
McConnell wants a takedown.
Simonsgaurd is stalling here.
McConnell is trying to pull guard but Simonsgaurd turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Simonsgaurd lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McConnell backwards.
McConnell on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
McConnell jumps guard but Simonsgaurd stands there with McConnell around his waist. McConnell gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Simonsgaurd tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Simonsgaurd misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McConnell .
Simonsgaurd throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but McConnell blocks it with crossed arms.
McConnell tries to pull guard but Simonsgaurd holds him up against the cage and eventually McConnell drops back down to his feet.
Simonsgaurd lands a shoulder strike. #T3#
McConnell 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
McConnell tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Simonsgaurd holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Simonsgaurd is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McConnell is defending well for now.
Simonsgaurd throws a punch but it's blocked by McConnell .
Simonsgaurd scores with a nice hook to the head.
Simonsgaurd using the Thai plumb to throw knees but McConnell has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Simonsgaurd is pressed up against the cage. McConnell has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Simonsgaurd down to the mat. Simonsgaurd avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
McConnell will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
McConnell fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Simonsgaurd avoids it really well and circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Simonsgaurd misses the target.
McConnell fails with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Simonsgaurd wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
McConnell connects with a body shot.
McConnell fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Simonsgaurd swats away the attempt to clinch by McConnell .
An attempted straight right counter from Simonsgaurd misses the target.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL#
Simonsgaurd clinches up with McConnell and pushes him back against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Craig Simonsgaurd dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
McConnell throws a one two combo. #CL#
Simonsgaurd gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
McConnell 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
McConnell tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Simonsgaurd just stands there and leans against the cage.
Simonsgaurd lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
McConnell goes for a takedown attempt but Simonsgaurd pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
McConnell tries for a takedown but Simonsgaurd circles away easily
and Simonsgaurd connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Craig Simonsgaurd has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .
McConnell tries to clinch
and Simonsgaurd counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC#McConnell is rocked!
Craig Simonsgaurd is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McConnell swinging wildly here.
McConnell is still on wobbly legs! Can Simonsgaurd finish him?
Simonsgaurd misses with a two punch combination.
McConnell seems to have recovered his senses.
Craig Simonsgaurd is winning the standup battle so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Simonsgaurd has taken the fight to the clinch.
Simonsgaurd lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
McConnell trying to stall but Simonsgaurd improves his position. #T1#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Simonsgaurd just misses with a elbow thrown towards McConnell 's brow.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
A short uppercut from Simonsgaurd.
Simonsgaurd tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
McConnell is trying to drag Simonsgaurd to the mat but Simonsgaurd just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Simonsgaurd tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Simonsgaurd tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
McConnell blocks the elbow strike.
Simonsgaurd with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Craig Simonsgaurd has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Simonsgaurd throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but McConnell blocks it with crossed arms.
Simonsgaurd is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McConnell can do to turn this around?
A nice left hand lands by Simonsgaurd.
McConnell has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Simonsgaurd after a bit of a struggle.
Simonsgaurd has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.#T2#
McConnell jumps guard but Simonsgaurd stands there with McConnell around his waist. McConnell gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Simonsgaurd throws a knee to the head but misses.
A short right from Simonsgaurd.
A short right from Simonsgaurd on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Simonsgaurd.
Nice body punch from Simonsgaurd - that landed with a thud.
McConnell is breathing heavily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simonsgaurd misses with a knee to the head.
McConnell tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC2#
McConnell breaks the clinch.
McConnell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Simonsgaurd.
A little feinted left hand from Simonsgaurd on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL#
Simonsgaurd instigates a clinch.
McConnell tries to score a body lock takedown but Simonsgaurd shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Simonsgaurd lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of McConnell backwards. #T3#
McConnell tries to work over Simonsgaurd's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A left hand lands to the body for Simonsgaurd.
Simonsgaurd with an attempt at a knee that misses.
McConnell trying to land knees to the body.
Simonsgaurd misses with a knee to the head.
Simonsgaurd has McConnell pushed against the cage.
McConnell is trying to pull guard but Simonsgaurd turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
McConnell is trying to maintain a safe position but Simonsgaurd gets an underhook and turns McConnell into the cage.
McConnell is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Simonsgaurd pulls him back up using the underhooks.
McConnell tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
McConnell avoids a wild elbow strike from Simonsgaurd.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Simonsgaurd takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A nice left hand lands by Simonsgaurd.
Simonsgaurd cracks McConnell with a nice body shot.#T4#
Simonsgaurd with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Simonsgaurd lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of McConnell backwards.
Simonsgaurd throws an elbow but it's blocked.
McConnell blocks an elbow strike from Simonsgaurd.
Simonsgaurd throws an elbow that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Simonsgaurd.
Simonsgaurd pushes off an throws an elbow but McConnell leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Simonsgaurd tries to land knees in the clinch but McConnell avoids the damage to the body.
McConnell has had enough of the clinch but Simonsgaurd keeps him there for the moment.
Simonsgaurd working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McConnell drops down looking for an ankle pick but Simonsgaurd pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL2#
Simonsgaurd gets tackled into the cage by McConnell . McConnell maintains the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Craig Simonsgaurd 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##CL#
Simonsgaurd closes the distance and pushes McConnell back into the cage.#BC2#
McConnell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McConnell throws a half hearted mid kick.#TD2#
McConnell looking to score a takedown here. Simonsgaurd is defending well but McConnell drives through and ends up in Simonsgaurd's guard.#SUB#
Simonsgaurd looking for a guillotine here but McConnell defends easily. #SUB#
Simonsgaurd has his foot on McConnell 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McConnell works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Simonsgaurd is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! McConnell rolls with it to try and escape but Simonsgaurd cranks on the arm and McConnell is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Craig Simonsgaurd!
An out of breath and clearly excited Craig Simonsgaurd thanked Northern Zombie for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: HRL40
Date: Dec 03, 2023

#R1#
McConnell shoots in for a double leg but Gunn sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
McConnell closes the distance and clinches.
McConnell lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Max Gunn has been cut.
Gunn tries to circle away but McConnell has him pinned against the cage.#TD2#
McConnell gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
McConnell looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gunn wants to stand and escape but McConnell is having none of it.
Gunn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gunn really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
McConnell gets to his feet. Gunn looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Gunn throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A jab lands there for Gunn.#T1#
McConnell fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Gunn avoids it really well and circles away.
Gunn punishes McConnell 's body with a nice straight punch.
McConnell fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Max Gunn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .
Gunn connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Gunn throws a right and a left that McConnell avoids nicely.
McConnell shoots in for a double leg but Gunn sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
McConnell checks a leg kick.#T2#
Gunn slaps away a takedown attempt from McConnell , before circling back to the center of the mat.
McConnell looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Gunn is fending him off so far but McConnell persists. Nope, Gunn circles away and we're back to standing.
Gunn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McConnell was well out of range. Poor timing from Gunn.
McConnell wants to counter with a clinch but Gunn pushes him away.
McConnell 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.
Gunn jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CL2#
McConnell clinches up with Gunn and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
McConnell pulls Gunn into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McConnell looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gunn wants to stand and escape but instead McConnell has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
McConnell is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
McConnell forces his way into half guard.#T3#
Gunn is trying to stand up here but McConnell is controlling him well. #SUB#
Gunn looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
McConnell wants to work for an arm triangle but Gunn is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
McConnell with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Gunn is looking to escape.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #ES#
Gunn kicks off McConnell and gets to his feet. #TD2#
McConnell closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Gunn did well to prevent McConnell getting side control.#T4##SUB2#
McConnell is looking for a kimura but Gunn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McConnell to get the leverage.
Gunn is looking for a sweep. McConnell is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gunn is trying to stand back up but McConnell is controlling him
McConnell works his way into side control.
McConnell gets to mount! Gunn was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
McConnell scoring with strikes but Gunn is staying in there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gunn wants to hold on but McConnell pushes him away.
McConnell looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
McConnell controlling the pace for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Michael McConnell will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Max Gunn's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Gunn keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL2#
Gunn tries to keep at a distance but McConnell has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nice body punch from McConnell .
Gunn tries to break free but McConnell pushes him back against the cage.
McConnell is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Gunn is defending well.
Gunn is trying to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
McConnell pulls Gunn into guard. #SUB#
Gunn postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! McConnell is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Gunn, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Gunn has his foot on McConnell 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McConnell works his way back into a safe position though.#T1##SU2#
McConnell decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Gunn, up you get!
McConnell misses with a kick to the body
and Gunn counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #CL2#
Gunn gets tackled into the cage by McConnell . McConnell maintains the clinch.
McConnell jumps guard but Gunn stands there with McConnell around his waist. McConnell gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Max Gunn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .
McConnell tries for a takedown but Gunn manages to get underhooks.
Gunn is pressed up against the cage. McConnell has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Gunn down to the mat. Gunn avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Gunn throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McConnell changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Gunn tries to avoid it but McConnell manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Gunn to the ground. Gunn escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Gunn lands a body shot.
Gunn misses with a low kick as McConnell jumps back.
Gunn connects with a body shot that sends McConnell 's belly button to the back.#T2#
McConnell wants to clinch.
It looked like Gunn was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McConnell .
A punch combination from McConnell misses.
Gunn paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McConnell closes the distance and clinches up with Gunn, looking for a takedown. McConnell pushes Gunn against the cage but Gunn circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Gunn throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gunn stuffs the takedown attempt from McConnell . McConnell gets slowly back to his feet.
McConnell is breathing heavily.
Gunn throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Gunn works McConnell 's body with a nice hook.#T3#
McConnell rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Gunn moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Gunn throws a counter high kick but McConnell was just alert enough to avoid it.
McConnell throws a head kick but Gunn moves out of range.
Gunn just misses with a punch to the body.
Gunn misses with a body shot.
Max Gunn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McConnell closes the distance but Gunn moves to the side
and Gunn counters with a left to the body.
McConnell takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A jab from Gunn misses.
McConnell ducks under a wild hook from Gunn.
Gunn looks to land a combination but McConnell avoids it well.
Gunn misses with a hook. McConnell ducked under it nicely. #T4#
Gunn is looking to score with low kicks.
Gunn throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McConnell .
A left and a right from Gunn both land. Nice combination.
Max Gunn is winning the standup battle so far.
Gunn takes a swing at McConnell 's ribcage but misses.
McConnell connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gunn scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
A big left from Gunn misses.
Gunn fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
McConnell steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gunn.
McConnell shoots in looking for a takedown. Gunn tries to sprawl out of it but McConnell keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Gunn manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Max Gunn dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Max Gunn's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Gunn bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McConnell 's head backwards.
Gunn looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McConnell throws a wild hook but Gunn just manages to duck under it and - ooooh! McConnell gets nailed by a brutal uppercut which crumples him back against the cage! The referee jumps in - Gunn raises his hands in celebration and walks away!

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

Event: HRL31
Date: Nov 04, 2023

#R1#
McConnell closes the distance and clinches up with Tercero, looking for a takedown. McConnell pushes Tercero against the cage but Tercero circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tercero scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McConnell doesn't seem bothered though.
Troika Tercero seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McConnell is looking to clinch.
Tercero looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice cross by Tercero.
Tercero throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McConnell throws a head kick that misses.
McConnell has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tercero finds it's way round the side to connect with McConnell 's head. #ROC2#McConnell is rocked!
Tercero throws an uppercut from hell that sends McConnell clean off his feet! He's out cold! Tercero stands back and admires his work as he thinks about that KO of the night award that is surely being wrapped up for him back stage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Troika Tercero!
In his post fight interview, Troika Tercero started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: HRL24 Taylor vs Natta
Date: Oct 08, 2023

#R1#
McConnell lands with a nice body kick.
McConnell shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gunn as he avoids it easily.
McConnell scores with a one two! Gunn had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
McConnell throws a combination that misses
and Gunn counters with a left to the body.
Gunn jabs at McConnell 's body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Gunn.
McConnell looks for a takedown but Gunn sprawls well.
A telegraphed right hand from Gunn misses the target.
Gunn throws a leg kick but McConnell checks it.
McConnell wants to counter the offense by Gunn and move into the clinch position.
Nice sprawl there from Gunn as McConnell shoots in.
Max Gunn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .#CL2#
McConnell rushes Gunn and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
McConnell 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McConnell is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Gunn.
A combination from Gunn does no damage. #T1#
McConnell is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gunn sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
McConnell looks for the body kick but Gunn saw that one coming.
An attempted straight right counter from Gunn misses the target.
Gunn fails to land with a series of punches.
McConnell slips under a jab.
McConnell tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Gunn defends well and McConnell ends up having to push Gunn into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Gunn.#CL2#
McConnell closes the distance and clinches.
McConnell misses with a knee to the head. #BC2#
McConnell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Gunn scores with a crisp jab that stopped McConnell in his tracks.
Gunn defends well against a solid takedown attempt from McConnell .
Gunn throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T2#
A big right from Gunn misses.
Gunn misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McConnell steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Gunn misses with a body shot.
Gunn misses with a jab, cross combination.
McConnell 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gunn throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL2#
and McConnell counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #TD2#
McConnell turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and McConnell manages to end up in side control.
Gunn struggling a bit here.
Gunn on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
McConnell 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.
Gunn tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McConnell wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3##ES#
Gunn sneaks out the side door and pushes McConnell away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Gunn thuds a left hand into McConnell 's body.
Gunn lands the left hand.
Michael McConnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gunn swings for the body but McConnell moves out of range.
McConnell tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
McConnell closes the distance and pushes Gunn back into the cage.#TD2#
McConnell drags the fight down to the ground.
Gunn tries to free his leg and advance position but McConnell is retaining full guard.
McConnell controlling the position.
McConnell lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
McConnell wants to pass the guard but Gunn is keeping the position.
McConnell postures up and lands a big shot to Gunn's brow. #T4#
McConnell sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McConnell postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gunn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
McConnell is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Gunn has momentary wrist control but McConnell slips an elbow through the middle.#SU2#
McConnell gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
A telegraphed right hand from Gunn misses the target.
Gunn looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL2#
McConnell pushes Gunn up against the cage in a clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Max Gunn dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
McConnell takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Gunn throws a front kick aimed at McConnell 's knee but McConnell avoids it well. #TD2#
McConnell shoots in and bounces Gunn off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.

Gunn has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. McConnell is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
McConnell wants a takedown.
McConnell avoids the elbow strike from Gunn, against the cage.
Gunn is looking to break free of the clinch but McConnell has double underhooks. #BC2#
McConnell breaks the clinch.
McConnell slips a jab and a cross from Gunn.
Gunn comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Gunn really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gunn misses the shot to the body. #T1##CL2#
McConnell gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
The referee is keeping an eye on McConnell - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
McConnell looking for a takedown. #BC#
Gunn breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McConnell shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Gunn defends it nicely.
Max Gunn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .
Gunn avoids the head kick by McConnell .
Nice uppercut lands for Gunn. That snapped McConnell 's head back.
McConnell fails to land the takedown.
McConnell throws a wild body kick that Gunn sees coming a mile off.#T2#
Gunn throws a one two combo.
McConnell throws a head kick that misses.
McConnell takes a body punch but keeps moving.
McConnell is breathing heavily.
Gunn throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McConnell .
McConnell fails with the takedown.
Gunn throwing a counter right hand but McConnell manages to avoid it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gunn tries to land a leg kick but McConnell saw it coming and moves away.
Gunn chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McConnell can pounce on him.
Max Gunn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gunn throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McConnell counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Gunn thinking.
Gunn getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Gunn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McConnell manages to avoid it.
Max Gunn is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T3#
Gunn throws a series of punches but McConnell avoids them all with ease.
McConnell is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A clash of legs there as McConnell blocks the low kick.
Gunn swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McConnell looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD2#
McConnell shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Gunn's guard.#SUB#
McConnell got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gunn has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McConnell has managed to get both his arms back between Gunn's legs - danger averted.
McConnell not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
McConnell has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Gunn is looking for a triangle but McConnell pushes his legs off easily. #SU2#
McConnell gets to his feet. Gunn looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T4#
Gunn throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McConnell fails with the takedown.
Gunn stuffs the takedown attempt from McConnell . McConnell gets slowly back to his feet.
Gunn dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McConnell staying out of range there.
McConnell has his takedown stuffed
and Gunn counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McConnell avoids a punch combination nicely.
Gunn moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromMcConnell .
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Max Gunn dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Gunn lands a really nice looking cross but McConnell seems unphased.
Gunn misses with a looping left.#CL2#
McConnell moves into the clinch.
McConnell tries for a takedown but Gunn manages to get underhooks.
McConnell avoiding damage as Gunn throws knees to the body. #BC2#
McConnell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McConnell tries for a takedown but Gunn sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A cross from Gunn lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunn takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
McConnell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McConnell scores with a three punch combo!
McConnell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gunn.#T1#
Gunn thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gunn keeps the fight on the outside.
McConnell closes this distance looking for a takedown but Gunn circles away.
Max Gunn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .
McConnell takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
No luck for McConnell with that takedown attempt.
McConnell checks the leg kick nicely there.
Gunn scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Max Gunn is winning the standup battle so far.
Gunn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McConnell shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Gunn was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
McConnell looks for a takedown but Gunn sprawls well.#T2#
Gunn connects with a right hand. McConnell shakes it off.
Gunn circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops McConnell to the canvas! McConnell doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Gunn keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Max Gunn!

Event: HFL13:Jang Jai vs Pappalardi
Date: Sep 01, 2023

#R1#
Westlake throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and McConnell counters with a one-two to the body.
A combination from Westlake does no damage.
Westlake will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
McConnell is trying hard to land a takedown here. Westlake sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
Westlake gets caught flat footed, as McConnell shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
McConnell is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SU2#
Westlake is working an open guard so McConnell takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Westlake misses with a two punch combination.
Westlake stuffs the takedown attempt from McConnell . McConnell gets slowly back to his feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from McConnell .
Tyler Westlake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .#T1#
McConnell misses with a two punch combination.
Westlake takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tyler Westlake is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Westlake falls off balance throwing a combination
and McConnell counters with a left and a right that stings Westlake.
Westlake throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McConnell . #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Westlake enables McConnell to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Westlake manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.

Westlake pushes McConnell off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
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!
McConnell fails with a takedown attempt.
Westlake avoids the head kick by McConnell . #T2#
Westlake misses with a series of wild punches.
McConnell showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Westlake.
Sloppy strikes from Westlake. Those never looked like landing.
McConnell tries to close the distance and clinch but Westlake swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McConnell shoots in but Westlake avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Westlake misses with the combination.
A combination from Westlake does no damage.
As Westlake backs off McConnell throws a huge counter combo but Westlake manages to avoid it all.
Westlake throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T3#
McConnell dives in for a single leg takedown but Westlake sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
We've been told by Westlake's head coaches at Cozad MMA Montreal that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Westlake throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McConnell lands a high kick!
Westlake throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McConnell .
McConnell shoots in for a double leg but Westlake sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Westlake looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Westlake misses with the combination.
Westlake is breathing heavily.
Sloppy strikes from Westlake. Those never looked like landing.
Westlake misses with a wild combination.
Westlake misses with a double jab
and McConnell counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T4##CL2#
McConnell clinches with his opponent. #BC2#
McConnell escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McConnell showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Westlake.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Westlake lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McConnell circles away quickly and effectively.
Westlake looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL2#
McConnell pushes Westlake up against the cage in a clinch.
McConnell with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
McConnell has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Westlake is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC2#
McConnell breaks from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tyler Westlake dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL2#
McConnell pushes Westlake up against the cage in a clinch.
McConnell has Westlake pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Westlake manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
McConnell jumps guard but Westlake turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC#
Westlake's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Westlake lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Westlake misses with a series of wild punches.
Westlake swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Westlake swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Westlake misses with a double jab. #CL2#
Westlake tries to keep at a distance but McConnell has taken the fight into the clinch.#T1#
Westlake wants to get back to striking at distance but McConnell won't allow it.
McConnell has Westlake pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Westlake manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Tyler Westlake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .#BC2#
McConnell breaks from the clinch.
Westlake fails to land with a series of punches.
Westlake misses with a jab, cross combination.
Westlake throws a series of punches but McConnell moves out of range.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Westlake scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CL2#
McConnell clinches up with Westlake and pushes him back against the cage.
McConnell tries to pull guard but Westlake won't allow it. #T2#
McConnell scores with a hook to the body.
McConnell slows down the pace here.
McConnell tries to pull guard but Westlake forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Westlake wants to break free but McConnell has control.
McConnell tries to pull guard but Westlake forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC2#
McConnell breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McConnell looks to clinch
and Westlake counters with a three punch combo that has McConnell backing up. McConnell nods at Westlake to acknowledge the strikes.#T3##TD2#
McConnell drives through with a takedown into Westlake's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB#
Westlake throws his legs up looking for a submission but McConnell uses it to pass to side control.
McConnell lands a few punches from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
McConnell stands up.
A combination from Westlake does no damage.
McConnell misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Westlake.
Westlake throws a right and a left that McConnell avoids nicely.
McConnell shoots in but no luck this time.
McConnell connects with a solid leg kick.
McConnell with a lazy takedown attempt
and Westlake counters with a two punch combo. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from McConnell is defended easily by Westlake.
Some wild striking there from Westlake.
Tyler Westlake is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McConnell shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Westlake pinned against the cage. Westlake gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Westlake is looking for a counter combo.
Westlake looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Westlake fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Westlake throws a combination that misses #CL2#
and McConnell moves into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tyler Westlake dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Westlake throws a series of punches but McConnell moves out of range.
McConnell drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Westlake defends it well.#CL2#
McConnell has taken the fight to the clinch.
McConnell drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
McConnell is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Westlake pulls him back up using the underhooks.
McConnell tries to pull guard but Westlake forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Tyler Westlake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Westlake is trying to push McConnell away but McConnell has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
McConnell just leaning against Westlake, taking a breather.
McConnell tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Westlake wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Westlake wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
McConnell prevents Westlake from breaking the clinch.#TD2#
McConnell successfully pulls guard.
McConnell keeping full guard, as Westlake tries to pass.
Westlake slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
McConnell keeping moving, preventing Westlake from controlling successfully. #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.#SU#
Westlake stands and steps away. McConnell gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
No joy there for Westlake, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
McConnell changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
No joy there for Westlake, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Westlake swinging wildly here.
Westlake misses with the combination.
McConnell doesn't manage to clinch there - Westlake circles away.
Westlake pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces McConnell back to the cage. Westlake follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T3#
Westlake throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Westlake throws a series of punches but McConnell moves out of range.
McConnell shoots for a double leg takedown but Westlake sprawls well. He's pushed McConnell 's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Westlake looks to land a combination but McConnell avoids it well.
McConnell will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
McConnell shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Westlake but Westlake pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McConnell avoids a punch combination nicely.
McConnell doesn't manage to clinch there - Westlake circles away.
Westlake swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and McConnell finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.#T4#
McConnell throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
McConnell avoids a punch combination nicely.
McConnell rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Westlake moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McConnell shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Westlake but Westlake pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McConnell dodges the punch combination from Westlake.
Westlake misses with the combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McConnell uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tyler Westlake showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Westlake, 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 Montenegro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: HLR7: Momomoto vs Fajardo
Date: Aug 11, 2023

#R1#
Westlake defends well against a solid takedown attempt from McConnell .
Westlake is looking for a counter combo.
McConnell throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Westlake's waist but Westlake gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing McConnell off to one side.
Westlake lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McConnell circles away quickly and effectively.
McConnell slips a jab and a cross from Westlake.
Westlake will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Westlake scores with a one two! McConnell had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Westlake fails to land with a series of punches.
McConnell tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL2#
McConnell rushes Westlake and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
McConnell lands a takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McConnell not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Westlake wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1#
Westlake preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Westlake is looking to stand up but McConnell isn't so interested in that idea.
Westlake keeping full guard, as McConnell tries to pass.
Westlake will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Westlake is trying to control the position from the bottom.
McConnell trying to control the position from guard on top but Westlake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#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.
Westlake swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McConnell with the counter takedown but Westlake avoids it easily.
We've been told by Westlake's head coaches at Cozad MMA Montreal that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Westlake throws a right hand that McConnell ducks under and follows up with a left that McConnell also avoids with ease.
McConnell 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.
Westlake throws a series of punches but McConnell moves out of range.
McConnell is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Westlake lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McConnell circles away quickly and effectively.
And McConnell tries to counter it with a takedown but Westlake pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Westlake throws a right and a left that McConnell avoids nicely.
Tyler Westlake is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Westlake throws a series of punches but McConnell avoids them all with ease.
Westlake lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McConnell circles away quickly and effectively.#CL2#
McConnell rushes Westlake and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Westlake wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2#
McConnell manages to break the clinch.
McConnell fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
McConnell clinches up with Westlake and pushes him back against the cage.#T3#
McConnell tries a knee to the head but Westlake blocks it.
Westlake tries to break free but McConnell pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
McConnell escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Westlake fails to land with a series of punches.
McConnell dives in for a single leg takedown but Westlake sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tyler Westlake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .
McConnell slips a jab and a cross from Westlake. #TD2#
McConnell fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Westlake to the ground. McConnell is now in Westlake's guard.
McConnell engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
McConnell throws a big elbow that misses. #T4#
McConnell wants to control from the top but Westlake keeps moving. #SUB#
Westlake throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SU2#
McConnell decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
McConnell closes this distance looking for a takedown but Westlake circles away.
A combination from Westlake does no damage.
McConnell lands with a kick to the temple. Westlake shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Westlake misses with a double jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Westlake throws a right hand that McConnell ducks under and follows up with a left that McConnell also avoids with ease.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tyler Westlake dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Westlake looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McConnell slips a jab and a cross from Westlake.
McConnell tries to counter by closing the distance.
Westlake looks to land a combination but McConnell avoids it well. #TD2#
McConnell looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Westlake!
Westlake bucks up and tries to throw McConnell off but instead McConnell has got his back!
McConnell struggling to land strikes to the head as Westlake covers up.
McConnell misses with a punch to the head.
Westlake trying to control the position but McConnell manages to sink in the hooks.
Westlake is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McConnell can do to turn this around?
McConnell keeps control of the position as Westlake tries to break free.
McConnell trying to control momentarily. #T1#
McConnell missing with strikes.
Westlake looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
McConnell slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish. #SUB2#
Westlake preventing the rear naked choke attempt from McConnell .
McConnell has the hooks in. Westlake is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #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.
McConnell is looking to control Westlake but Westlake is wriggling around and keeping busy.
You can see the frustration on Westlake's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Westlake prevents McConnell from getting a body triangle.
McConnell misses with an elbow to the head.
Westlake is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
McConnell gets his hands free as Westlake looks to control. #T3#
McConnell biding his time, controlling Westlake.
Westlake tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
McConnell trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Westlake manages to regain half guard whilst avoiding the strikes.
McConnell is looking to pass Westlake's guard but actually Westlake recovers to full guard.
McConnell controlling from the top position. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Westlake is looking for a triangle but McConnell pushes his legs off easily.
Westlake wants to hit a sweep here but McConnell passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Westlake there! #ES#
Westlake somehow manages to escape the mount and get back to his feet!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Westlake throws a nice looking combination but McConnell bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Westlake throws a nice looking combination but McConnell bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Michael McConnell will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Westlake's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Westlake scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Westlake swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McConnell fails with an attempt to clinch.
Westlake defends well against a solid takedown attempt from McConnell .
Westlake misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McConnell pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from McConnell is defended easily by Westlake.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McConnell shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Westlake pinned against the cage. Westlake gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Tyler Westlake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .
Westlake stuffs the takedown attempt from McConnell . McConnell gets slowly back to his feet. #T1#
McConnell shoots in looking for a takedown. Westlake tries to sprawl out of it but McConnell keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Westlake manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Westlake lands a two punch combo.
McConnell fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Westlake avoids it really well and circles away.
Westlake misses with a double jab.
Westlake swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T2##TD2#
McConnell gets a double leg takedown into Westlake's guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Westlake throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
McConnell trying to control the position from guard on top but Westlake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Westlake controls McConnell momentarily but McConnell frees himself. #SUB#
Westlake had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McConnell defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Westlake pulls McConnell in close to prevent any damage. #T3##SUB#
McConnell got a little sloppy there for a moment and Westlake has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McConnell has managed to get both his arms back between Westlake's legs - danger averted.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SU2#
McConnell stands and steps away. Westlake gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
McConnell tries to clinch but Westlake moves out of range.
McConnell shoots in for a takedown but Westlake shows good takedown defense.
Westlake swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nice straight punches there by McConnell . You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of McConnell .#CL2#
McConnell moves into the clinch.#T4#
McConnell misses with a knee to the head.
McConnell jumps guard but Westlake stands there with McConnell around his waist. McConnell gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
McConnell is working for takedown but Westlake is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC#
Westlake breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Westlake will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McConnell is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Westlake.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tyler Westlake showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Westlake 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 William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:28
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: The Island Season 14, 155 lbs, Round 1
Date: Jul 02, 2023

#R1#
Oystenteller misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Oystenteller throws a body shot but no joy.
Oystenteller turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McConnell shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Oystenteller as he avoids it easily.
Oystenteller swats away the attempt to clinch by McConnell .
Oystenteller appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
McConnell goes for a double leg but Oystenteller avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Oystenteller continues to drive forward.
McConnell dodges an elbow strike from Oystenteller.
McConnell tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael McConnell . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oystenteller is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McConnell is defending well for now.
McConnell blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oystenteller working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
McConnell tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Oystenteller smiles and moves away.
Oystenteller looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T1#
McConnell lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Oystenteller misses with a low kick.
Oystenteller motions for McConnell to come forward. Oystenteller throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Oystenteller motions for McConnell to come forward. Oystenteller throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McConnell chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Oystenteller can pounce on him.
McConnell doesn't manage to clinch there - Oystenteller circles away.
Oystenteller fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
McConnell shoots in for a takedown but Oystenteller shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
We've been informed that Oystenteller has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
McConnell tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Oystenteller throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Oystenteller misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McConnell fails with a takedown attempt.
Oystenteller unleashes a big counter combination but McConnell bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
McConnell gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Oystenteller counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
Oystenteller looks to land a right hand but McConnell moved out of range.
McConnell tries to clinch but Oystenteller is having none of it.
McConnell has been working on his boxing with his coaches at PhoQus Island Training in the buildup to the fight.
Oystenteller scores with the left hand. McConnell knows he should have avoided that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McConnell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McConnell thinks about countering with a head kick.
Oystenteller lands a leg kick that knocks McConnell off balance momentarily.
Oystenteller scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
McConnell has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Oystenteller.
Oystenteller with a jab.#ROC2#McConnell is rocked!
Oystenteller darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! McConnell 's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Oystenteller before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Darstknasset Oystenteller!
Our winner, Darstknasset Oystenteller, 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: KIFC 87
Date: Jun 17, 2023

#R1#
McConnell throws a sloppy head kick and Gunn moves out of range easily. #CL#
McConnell clinches.
McConnell is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Gunn is defending well.
McConnell prevents Gunn from breaking the clinch.
McConnell prevents a body shot from Gunn.
Gunn is trying to force a seperation but McConnell has the dominant position.
McConnell trying to land knees to the body.
Gunn stops a takedown attempt from McConnell .
Gunn avoiding damage as McConnell throws knees to the body.
Gunn can't break the clinch. #BC#
McConnell manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
McConnell gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
McConnell tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael McConnell . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gunn is trying to break free.
Gunn tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Gunn scores with a shot to the side of McConnell 's head. #T1#
Gunn has had enough of the clinch but McConnell keeps him there for the moment.
Gunn wants to break the clinch but can't.
McConnell goes for a takedown in the clinch but Gunn prevents it.
Gunn is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Gunn wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
McConnell just leaning against Gunn, taking a breather.
Gunn is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Gunn has a couple of punches blocked by McConnell .
Gunn is trying to break the clinch but McConnell has him pressed against the cage.
Gunn tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
McConnell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Gunn connects with a body shot.
A punch combination from Gunn misses.
Gunn looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The crowd cheers as Gunn lands an impressive looking overhand right. McConnell doesn't seem phased though.
Gunn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McConnell was well out of range. Poor timing from Gunn.#T2#
Gunn throws a leg kick that misses.
Gunn lands a slapping body shot.
Gunn tries a low kick but McConnell avoids it.
McConnell scoring well with a low kick there.
A jab from Gunn does it's job there.
McConnell fails with a takedown attempt.
McConnell pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gunn swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Max Gunn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McConnell explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Gunn throws a combination. McConnell tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#T3#
McConnell on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL#
McConnell rushes Gunn and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
McConnell 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gunn misses with a body shot.
McConnell moves forwards but Gunn connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Michael McConnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gunn throws a jab but it's blocked by McConnell .
McConnell is looking for a counter combo.
Gunn throws a big shot that misses.
McConnell appears to be looking for a big counter.
Nice takedown defense from Gunn. No joy for McConnell on that attempt.
Gunn goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Gunn throws a right hand that misses #CL#
and McConnell counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC#
McConnell breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McConnell is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gunn sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gunn misses the jab.
Gunn catches McConnell with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#ROC2#McConnell is rocked!
McConnell fails with the takedown.
Oh McConnell is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Gunn pounces like a tiger and cracks McConnell with a vicious hook! McConnell is down but not out! Gunn follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Max Gunn!

Event: KIFC 69
Date: May 19, 2023

#R1#
McConnell defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Cock Muncher.
Cock Muncher shoots in and drives through. McConnell sprawls well.
McConnell goes for a double leg but Cock Muncher avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Cock Muncher continues to drive forward.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
McConnell jumps guard but Cock Muncher stands there with McConnell around his waist. McConnell gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
McConnell is trying to pull guard but Cock Muncher has him pressed against the cage.
Yuk Cock Muncher has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .
McConnell prevents the takedown attempt.
McConnell blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
McConnell manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cock Muncher keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of McConnell 's head.
Cock Muncher postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Cock Muncher throws an elbow that misses. McConnell uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Cock Muncher's guard. Nice move by McConnell !#REVB##T1#
Cock Muncher is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst McConnell is controlling him.
Cock Muncher trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Cock Muncher might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#ES#
Cock Muncher scrambles and gets back to his feet.
McConnell throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Cock Muncher counters with a nice double leg into side control. McConnell won't be happy with that.
McConnell struggling a bit here.#T2#
McConnell dodges the ground and pound from Cock Muncher.
Cock Muncher is chipping away with strikes.
McConnell on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Cock Muncher scoring with punches and elbows.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cock Muncher works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#ROC#McConnell is rocked!
McConnell sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Cock Muncher 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.
Cock Muncher is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
McConnell is still in real trouble! Can Cock Muncher finish him?
Cock Muncher lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
McConnell wants to improve his position but Cock Muncher is controlling well.
Cock Muncher scores with a big shot! McConnell 's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save McConnell ! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yuk Cock Muncher!

Event: KIFC 59-
Date: Apr 28, 2023

#R1#
Westlake throws a series of punches but McConnell avoids them all with ease. #TD2#
McConnell drives through with a takedown into Westlake's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.

Westlake has his feet on McConnell 's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Westlake misses with a two punch combination.
Westlake swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McConnell darts in looking for a takedown but Westlake gets double underhooks and turns McConnell into the cage.
McConnell fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
McConnell fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Westlake avoids it really well and circles away.
Tyler Westlake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Westlake throws a right and a left that McConnell avoids nicely.
Sloppy strikes from Westlake. Those never looked like landing.
Westlake rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McConnell moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
McConnell fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Westlake avoids it really well and circles away.
McConnell avoids a punch combination nicely.
Westlake misses with a jab, cross combination.
McConnell fails to land the takedown.
Westlake throws a series of strikes that have McConnell backpedaling.
McConnell moves in looking to clinch but Westlake pushes him off.
McConnell misses with a combination
and Westlake counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T2#
Westlake swinging wildly here.
McConnell throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Westlake's waist but Westlake gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing McConnell off to one side.
It looked like Westlake was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
McConnell slips a jab and a cross from Westlake.
Westlake throws a right and a left that both miss.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McConnell takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Westlake throws a right and a left that McConnell avoids nicely.
McConnell tries to counter with a clinch but Westlake shakes him off and moves away.
Westlake lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McConnell circles away quickly and effectively.
McConnell throws a nice looking combination but Westlake bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Westlake looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Westlake stalks McConnell and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into McConnell 's face. McConnell staggers backwards, shaken.
McConnell slips a jab and a cross from Westlake.
Westlake dodges the punch combination from McConnell . #T3#
Westlake throws a series of punches but McConnell avoids them all with ease.
McConnell throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McConnell fails in his attempt to clinch.
As McConnell looks to move away, Westlake throws a big counter combo but McConnell just gets out of the way.
McConnell slips a jab and a cross from Westlake.
McConnell with the counter takedown but Westlake avoids it easily.
Westlake looks to land a combination but McConnell avoids it well.
Westlake throws a right hand that McConnell ducks under and follows up with a left that McConnell also avoids with ease.
McConnell is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Westlake is breathing heavily.
Westlake on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #CL2#
McConnell moves into range and clinches up with Westlake.
McConnell tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Westlake smiles and moves away.
McConnell moves in looking to clinch but Westlake pushes him off.
Westlake shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. McConnell eats them both and turns towards Westlake to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#T4#
Westlake misses with a few strikes there.
It seemed like McConnell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McConnell is trying hard to land a takedown here. Westlake sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
McConnell tries to score a power double leg takedown but Westlake sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten McConnell somewhat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Westlake fails to land with a series of punches.
McConnell dives in and grabs Westlake's left leg, looking for a takedown. Westlake pushes down on McConnell 's head and hops out.
No joy there for Westlake, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Westlake lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McConnell circles away quickly and effectively.
Westlake is working the combinations to good effect here.
McConnell avoids a punch combination nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tyler Westlake dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
McConnell misses with an attempted mid kick.
McConnell is looking to clinch.
Westlake throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Horrible takedown attempt by McConnell or perhaps it was just good defense by Westlake, which made it look bad.
As McConnell looks to move away, Westlake throws a big counter combo but McConnell just gets out of the way.
Sloppy strikes from Westlake. Those never looked like landing.
McConnell shapes to counter with a head kick.
Westlake throws a series of punches but McConnell moves out of range.
McConnell tries to counter with a clinch but Westlake shakes him off and moves away.
Westlake stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Westlake wants it to stay on the feet.
It looked like Westlake was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
McConnell tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Westlake paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Westlake is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McConnell can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McConnell shoots in but Westlake avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Westlake went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tyler Westlake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .
Westlake throws a right hand that McConnell ducks under and follows up with a left that McConnell also avoids with ease.
McConnell only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Westlake lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McConnell circles away quickly and effectively.
As Westlake backs off McConnell throws a huge counter combo but Westlake manages to avoid it all.#T1#
McConnell shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Westlake defends it nicely.
It looked like Westlake was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Tyler Westlake is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Westlake throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McConnell shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Westlake sprawls well. Westlake wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McConnell gets slowly back to his feet.
Westlake misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Westlake misses with a jab, cross combination.
McConnell is looking to clinch.
Westlake throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McConnell .
McConnell changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
McConnell shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Westlake sprawls well. Westlake wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McConnell gets slowly back to his feet.#T2#
Sloppy strikes from Westlake. Those never looked like landing.
Tyler Westlake is winning the standup battle so far.
Westlake throws a nice looking combination but McConnell bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by McConnell .
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Westlake tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
McConnell goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Westlake has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for McConnell but great work by Westlake.#T3#
Westlake controls the position.#SU#
Westlake stands up.
McConnell lands with a nice combination. Westlake backs away looking to recover.
Westlake misses with a double jab
and McConnell counters with a series of strikes. Westlake will be more careful next time no doubt.
McConnell shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Westlake pinned against the cage. Westlake gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
It looked like Westlake was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T4#
McConnell showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Westlake.
Westlake throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McConnell . #CL2#
McConnell clinches with his opponent.
McConnell goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Westlake wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #BC#
Westlake pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McConnell tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Westlake counters with a three punch combo that has McConnell backing up. McConnell nods at Westlake to acknowledge the strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McConnell swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tyler Westlake dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Westlake lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
McConnell is trying hard to land a takedown here. Westlake sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Westlake throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tyler Westlake is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Westlake prevents the takedown attempt.
McConnell is trying to pull guard but Westlake has him pressed against the cage.
Tyler Westlake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael McConnell .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Westlake is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Westlake wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but McConnell has him pressed against the cage.
Westlake gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from McConnell . #T1#
McConnell tries to stall but Westlake uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Westlake tries to break the clinch but McConnell is controlling the position.
McConnell is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Westlake is defending well.#BC#
Westlake breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Westlake swinging wildly here.
Westlake throws a combination. McConnell tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#T2#
Westlake misses with a double jab #TD2#
and McConnell counters with a takedown into side control.
Westlake is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Westlake manages to get back to half guard.
Westlake tries to roll over but McConnell keeps him under control.
Westlake desperately trying to maintain half guard.
McConnell throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T3#
Westlake controlling the position well.
Westlake is trying to maintain the position but McConnell is very close to passing his half guard.
Westlake is looking to improve his position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Westlake misses with the combination. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Westlake throws a right and a left that both miss.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
McConnell tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Westlake throws a right and a left that McConnell avoids nicely.
Nice sprawl there from Westlake as McConnell shoots in.
Westlake swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Westlake throws a series of punches but McConnell avoids them all with ease.
McConnell is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McConnell tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Westlake counters with a one-two to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McConnell shoots in for a double leg but Westlake sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Michael McConnell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tyler Westlake is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Westlake throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McConnell .
McConnell wants to counter with a clinch but Westlake pushes him away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tyler Westlake showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Westlake, 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 30:27
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: KIFC 48
Date: Apr 15, 2023

#R1#
McCoy misses with a straight right.
McConnell throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McCoy's waist but McCoy gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing McConnell off to one side.
McCoy jabs McConnell to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McConnell slips a jab from McCoy.
McConnell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCoy.
McCoy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McConnell circles away quickly and effectively.
McConnell attempts a counter takedown but McCoy avoids it well and moves away.
McConnell takes one to the side of the head.
McConnell tries to clinch there but McCoy circles away.
McConnell fails with the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD2#
McCoy lands a big uppercut and McConnell crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but McConnell looks OK. McCoy waves McConnell back to his feet!#ROC2#McConnell is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCoy cracks McConnell 's jaw with two stiff jabs then ducks low and throws a soul-severing right uppercut to the mouth!! McConnell slumps to the ground with blood on his lips. The referee steps in before McCoy can do further damage! This one is done, son!

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

Event: KIFC 40
Date: Apr 02, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Myler closes the distance and clinches.
McConnell tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Myler avoids it.
McConnell jumps guard but Myler stands there with McConnell around his waist. McConnell gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
McConnell blocks an elbow strike from Myler.
Myler misses with an elbow strike.
Myler pushes off an throws an elbow but McConnell leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
McConnell takes an elbow to the forehead.
With the fighters up against the cage, Myler throws an elbow but misses.
Myler misses with an elbow strike.
Myler pushes off an throws an elbow but McConnell leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
McConnell misses with a hook to the ribs.
McConnell jumps guard but Myler stands there with McConnell around his waist. McConnell gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
McConnell is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Myler to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael McConnell . 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.
McConnell is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Myler looks to throw an elbow but misses.
McConnell avoids the elbow strike from Myler, against the cage.
Myler misses with an elbow over the top.
Myler looks to throw an elbow but misses.
McConnell avoids the elbow strike from Myler, against the cage. #T1##BC#
McConnell breaks the clinch.
A leg kick checked by Myler.#CL#
McConnell forces Myler back against the cage and clinches.
Myler misses with an elbow over the top.
McConnell is trying to stall.
Myler's coach down at Elite Island Training was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Myler's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
McConnell blocks an elbow strike from Myler.
Myler avoiding damage as McConnell throws knees to the body.
Myler keeps control of McConnell as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Myler misses with an elbow strike.
McConnell tries to pull guard but Myler holds him up against the cage and eventually McConnell drops back down to his feet.
McConnell dodges an elbow strike from Myler.
Myler creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Myler pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Myler lands an elbow inside that McConnell shrugs off.
McConnell avoids a wild elbow strike from Myler.#T2#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Myler just misses with a elbow thrown towards McConnell 's brow.
Myler lands an elbow inside that McConnell shrugs off.
Myler misses with an elbow over the top.
Myler misses with an elbow over the top.
Myler misses with an elbow over the top.
Myler lands an elbow 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!
McConnell dodges an elbow strike from Myler.
McConnell takes an elbow to the forehead.
McConnell tries to land knees in the clinch but Myler avoids the damage to the body.
With the fighters up against the cage, Myler throws an elbow but misses.
McConnell avoids a wild elbow strike from Myler.
Myler comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Myler misses with an elbow strike.
Myler looks to throw an elbow but misses.
McConnell blocks an elbow strike.
Myler looks to throw an elbow but misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Myler just misses with a elbow thrown towards McConnell 's brow.
Myler pushes off an throws an elbow but McConnell leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T3#
Myler pushes off an throws an elbow but McConnell leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Myler.
McConnell looking for a takedown.
Myler throws an elbow that misses.
McConnell wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Myler gets underhooks to prevent McConnell 's takedown attempt.
Myler creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Myler throws an elbow that misses.
McConnell wants to get back to striking at distance but Myler won't allow it.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Myler just misses with a elbow thrown towards McConnell 's brow.
Myler looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Myler pushes off an throws an elbow but McConnell leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
McConnell blocks an elbow strike.
McConnell is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Myler throws an elbow but misses.
McConnell is looking to control Myler's arms but Myler gets an underhook and turns him. Now McConnell has his back to the cage. #T4#
Myler throws an elbow that misses.
Myler lands an elbow inside.
Myler throws an elbow that misses.
McConnell can't get the takedown.
Myler prevents the takedown attempt.
Myler throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Myler throws an elbow but it misses.
McConnell avoids a wild elbow strike from Myler.
Myler misses with an elbow strike.
Myler pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
McConnell blocks an elbow strike.
McConnell avoids a wild elbow strike from Myler.
Myler creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through McConnell 's defenses.
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!
Myler pushes off an throws an elbow but McConnell leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Myler throws an elbow but it's blocked.
McConnell blocks an elbow strike.
McConnell wants to get back to striking at distance but Myler won't allow it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Phil Myler dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Myler has managed to clinch.
McConnell blocks an elbow strike.
Myler gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from McConnell .
McConnell blocks an elbow strike.
McConnell avoids a wild elbow strike from Myler.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Myler just misses with a elbow thrown towards McConnell 's brow.
Myler misses with an elbow over the top.
McConnell blocks an elbow strike from Myler.
McConnell is trying to break the clinch but Myler has him pressed against the cage.
McConnell blocks an elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Myler lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
McConnell is trying to stall.
Myler misses with an elbow over the top.
McConnell wants a takedown.
Nice elbow from Myler. #T1#
McConnell is trying to break the clinch but Myler is controlling him.
Myler looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Phil Myler seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Myler lands a damaging elbow. #ROC2#McConnell is rocked!
McConnell blocks an elbow strike from Myler.
Oh McConnell is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Myler creates some distance and fires off a vicious elbow that drops McConnell ! He pounces and finishes the fight with more strikes! Nice KO for Myler.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Phil Myler!

Event: KIFC 29
Date: Mar 22, 2023

#R1#
McConnell shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Manning counter with a right hand.
McConnell takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
McConnell throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Manning's waist but Manning gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing McConnell off to one side.
Good standup being displayed there by Manning as he connects with a hook.
Manning moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Manning misses with the combination.
Manning smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#CL#
McConnell clinches up with Manning and pushes him back against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McConnell jumps guard but Manning turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael McConnell . That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Manning has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Manning is struggling to control the position.#BC#
McConnell 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
No joy there for Manning, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
McConnell on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McConnell misses with a takedown attempt - Manning sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
McConnell dives in and grabs Manning's left leg, looking for a takedown. Manning pushes down on McConnell 's head and hops out.
Manning loads up on a big right hand but McConnell slips the punch.
McConnell darts in trying to clinch
and Manning counters with a nice body shot. #T2#
McConnell tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Manning defends well and McConnell ends up having to push Manning into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Manning throws a counter combo.
McConnell wants a takedown but no success here.
A head punch on the inside from McConnell fails to land.
McConnell controlling the action here for a moment.
McConnell tries to pull guard but Manning holds him up against the cage and eventually McConnell drops back down to his feet.
Manning wants to break free but McConnell has control. #T3##TD#
McConnell successfully pulls guard.
Manning has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of McConnell is proving hard to escape from. #ES#
McConnell pushes Manning off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Manning misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Manning!
McConnell tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Manning counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McConnell dives in for a single leg takedown but Manning sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#T4#
Manning wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but McConnell has him pressed against the cage.
McConnell tries to score a body lock takedown but Manning shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
McConnell jumps guard but Manning turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC#
McConnell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McConnell slips a jab and a cross from Manning.
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!
McConnell shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Manning as he avoids it easily.
McConnell tries for a takedown but Manning sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
McConnell changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Manning tries to avoid it but McConnell manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Manning to the ground. Manning escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
McConnell is breathing heavily.
McConnell moves to clinch but Manning breaks away
and Manning counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Peyton Manning dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A right-left combo lands from Manning.
Manning throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Manning throws a body kick that misses.
Jab, jab by Manning - just one landing.
Manning misses with a wild combination.
McConnell is looking to counter with head kicks.
Manning smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#ROC2#McConnell is rocked!
Manning circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops McConnell to the canvas! McConnell doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Manning keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Peyton Manning!
Peyton Manning decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

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