Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SYN 1194 Bonelli vs Denver
Date: Sep 06, 2025

#R1#
Simbolon misses with a hook.
Turtle connects with a solid leg kick.
Turtle moves out of range of the strikes.
Turtle shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Simbolon sprawls well. Simbolon wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Turtle gets slowly back to his feet.
Simbolon misses with a lunging right hand
and Turtle counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#It looks like Mario Simbolon has been cut.
Turtle throws a leg kick that misses.
Simbolon tests Turtle's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Turtle cracks Simbolon with a good jab.
Simbolon misses with a leg kick.
Turtle wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simbolon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Simbolon doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Turtle misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Turtle checks a leg kick nicely.
Simbolon connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Turtle throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T1#
Simbolon connects with a body shot.
Simbolon throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Turtle counters with a one-two to the body.
Turtle pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Turtle misses with a looping right.
Turtle tries to bum rush Simbolon with a series of wild strikes but Simbolon uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Turtle bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Simbolon's head.
Turtle misses with a head kick.
Turtle misses with an attempted mid kick.
Turtle is looking to land body kicks.
Turtle doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Simbolon lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Turtle avoids the body shot from Simbolon.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Turtle looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Simbolon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice defenses there by Simbolon.
Turtle jabs Simbolon right on the nose. Simbolon blinks but takes it well.#T2#
Turtle slips under a jab from Simbolon.
A slow jab from Simbolon misses its intended target.
Turtle takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A shot to the liver by Simbolon. Beautiful body shot.
A slow jab from Simbolon misses its intended target.
Turtle displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Simbolon throws out the jab.
Turtle pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Turtle waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Simbolon.
Simbolon misses with a looping left.
Simbolon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Simbolon lands a nice leg kick that just misses Turtle's sensitive parts.
Turtle slips a jab from Simbolon.
Turtle throws a solid leg kick but Simbolon takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Turtle.
Simbolon with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Turtle takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Turtle slips under a jab.
Simbolon works Turtle's body with a nice hook.#T3#
Turtle misses with an uppercut
and Simbolon counters with a nice body kick.
Turtle ducks under a wild hook from Simbolon.
Simbolon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Turtle moves away.
Turtle wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Turtle lands a glancing blow to the side of Simbolon's head.
The crowd cheers as Simbolon lands an impressive looking overhand right. Turtle doesn't seem phased though.
Turtle scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Simbolon throws a shot from downtown. Turtle moves away and avoids it.
Turtle throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Turtle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mario Simbolon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Turtle misses with a hook. Simbolon ducked under it nicely.
Simbolon moves out of range as Turtle strikes.
Simbolon misses with a hook to the body
and Turtle counters with a thumping low kick.
Turtle takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Turtle connects with a jab.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Turtle keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Simbolon.
Simbolon scores with a jab to the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Turtle. Simbolon does a little dance to reset his feet.
Turtle needs to keep his hands up - Simbolon had a free shot at his head there.
Turtle closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Turtle uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Simbolon.
Simbolon has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Simbolon throws a looping overhand right but Turtle ducks down to avoid it.
Simbolon throws a leg kick that misses.
Turtle swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Turtle keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Simbolon connects with the punch.
Simbolon misses with a hook to the body
and Turtle connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Turtle throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Turtle looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Turtle bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Simbolon throws a head kick but Turtle moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mario Simbolon will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mario Simbolon's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
A thudding body kick lands there by Turtle!
Turtle looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Simbolon throws a low kick but it's checked well by Turtle.
Turtle throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice cross by Simbolon.
Turtle lands a head kick!
Turtle pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Simbolon takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Simbolon has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Turtle.
Simbolon keeps the fight on the outside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simbolon on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Turtle needs to keep his hands up - Simbolon had a free shot at his head there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simbolon jabs at Turtle's body.
Turtle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Simbolon.
Simbolon steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Turtle. That one must have hurt.#T1#
Simbolon digs a good body shot into Turtle's ribs.
Turtle pivots, looking for a leg kick but Simbolon is out of range and Turtle settles back down.
A bone on bone clash there as Simbolon blocks the leg kick.
Turtle throws a head kick that misses.
Simbolon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Turtle.
Mario Simbolon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Turtle takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Turtle takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Turtle steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Simbolon.
Simbolon throws a jab but it's blocked by Turtle.
Simbolon moves out of range of the strikes.
Simbolon checks a leg kick nicely.
Simbolon smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Simbolon comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Turtle sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Simbolon, as that shot connected.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Turtle throws a body punch but Simbolon moves out of range. #T2#
Turtle misses with a low kick.
Turtle attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Simbolon looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Simbolon throws a big shot that misses.
Turtle connects with a single shot there.
Simbolon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Turtle sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Turtle throws a big counter combination but Simbolon scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Turtle scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Simbolon misses with a left hand
and Turtle counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A nice leg kick lands there from Simbolon.
Turtle does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Simbolon throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Turtle makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Turtle throws a sloppy head kick and Simbolon moves out of range easily.
A nice side step and Simbolon releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Simbolon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Simbolon has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Turtle.
Turtle takes one to the chin there.
Turtle takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T3#
Turtle takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Simbolon.
Simbolon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Turtle tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Simbolon pivots, looking for a leg kick but Turtle is out of range and Simbolon settles back down.
Simbolon throws a quick inside leg kick.
Simbolon throws a jab when Turtle was well out of range.
It appears Turtle was looking to counter with a kick there.
A bone on bone clash there as Simbolon blocks the leg kick.
Turtle attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Turtle throws a jab but it's blocked by Simbolon.
Turtle dives in for a single leg takedown but Simbolon sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Turtle tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Simbolon's elbow.
Simbolon lands a hook that snaps the head of Turtle backwards.
Turtle lands a knee to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Simbolon. #T4#
Turtle misses with a knee strike.
Simbolon is working Turtle over against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Simbolon lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Turtle tries to work over Simbolon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Turtle using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Simbolon has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Simbolon lands an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Turtle. #BC2#
Simbolon breaks the clinch.
Simbolon lands with a kick to the temple. Turtle shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Simbolon throws a nice outside leg kick.
Simbolon throws a leg kick that misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. Simbolon darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A solid body kick from Turtle.
Simbolon throws a hook to the side of Turtle's head but Turtle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Simbolon cracks Turtle with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Simbolon blocks a head kick by Turtle.
It seemed like Simbolon was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Simbolon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mario Simbolon's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Simbolon scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Turtle doesn't seem bothered though.
Turtle moves out of range of the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Turtle misses the target.
Turtle displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Simbolon throws out the jab.
Simbolon moves forwards but Turtle connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Simbolon lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Turtle at a distance.
Turtle misses with a body kick.
Simbolon ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Turtle connects with a single shot there.
Simbolon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Turtle connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Simbolon's hands.
Simbolon scores with a jab to the body.
Simbolon throws a jab but it's blocked by Turtle.
Simbolon throws a jab when Turtle was well out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Turtle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Turtle scores with a hook.
It looks like Turtle has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Simbolon misses with a body shot. #T1#
Simbolon lands a right hook to the body.
Simbolon misses the shot to the body.
As Simbolon tries to get set, Turtle tries to push him back and clinch up but Simbolon manages to avoid the attempt.
Simbolon scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Simbolon throws a lazy uppercut
and Turtle makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Simbolon tries a head kick but it misses.
Simbolon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Turtle ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Simbolon misses with a looping right.
Turtle misses with an uppercut #CL2#
and Simbolon counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2#
Simbolon breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Simbolon misses with a looping left.
Turtle with a nice calf kick.
Simbolon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Turtle.
A low kick from Turtle misses
and Simbolon connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Simbolon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Simbolon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Turtle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Turtle moves away from the strike by Simbolon.
Turtle keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Simbolon.
Turtle throws a nice outside leg kick.
Turtle digs a good hook to Simbolon's body.
Simbolon throws a hook but Turtle avoids it easily.
Turtle with a nice calf kick.
Simbolon misses with a straight right.
Simbolon's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Turtle connects with a nice looking jab.
Turtle slips under a jab from Simbolon.
Turtle pivots, looking for a leg kick but Simbolon is out of range and Turtle settles back down.
Turtle scores with a nice body kick.
Turtle throws a predictable looking body shot
and Simbolon counters with a nice uppercut.
Turtle tries to land a leg kick but Simbolon saw it coming and moves away. #T3#
A slow jab from Simbolon misses its intended target.
Turtle throws a head kick that misses.
Turtle throws a body punch but Simbolon moves out of range.
Simbolon misses with a hook. Turtle ducked under it nicely.
A bone on bone clash there as Turtle blocks the leg kick.
Turtle is looking to land body kicks.
Simbolon flicks out a counter leg kick but Turtle steps away.
A big left from Simbolon misses.
Mario Simbolon is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Simbolon.
Simbolon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Turtle throws a wild body kick that Simbolon sees coming a mile off.
Simbolon misses with a two punch combination.
Turtle shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Simbolon looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Simbolon feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Turtles jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Turtle misses with a low kick.
Simbolon lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T4#
Nice cross by Simbolon.
Turtle is looking to land body kicks.
Simbolon misses with a looping right.
Simbolon throws the left hand but Turtle avoids the punch easily.
Turtle takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Turtle blocks a jab.
Turtle takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rubber Turtle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Simbolon looks to throw the jab but Turtle is out of range.
Simbolon ducks under a wild hook from Turtle.
Simbolon tests Turtle's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The fighters circling - Simbolon throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Simbolon takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Turtle gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Turtle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mario Simbolon!
A relieved looking Mario Simbolon thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: SYN 1187 - Crispian vs Brown 3
Date: Jul 26, 2025

#R1#
Simbolon throws a chopping leg kick but Falandas manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Falandas looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CUT2#It looks like Mertis Falandas has been cut.
Simbolon swings away with a body shot that misses
and Falandas counters with a big head kick but Simbolon shrugs it off.
Simbolon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Simbolon lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Simbolon scores with a kick to the body.
Falandas tries to close the distance and clinch but Simbolon swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Simbolon's corner calls for a 1-2. Simbolon obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CL#
Falandas clinches with his opponent.
Simbolon stalling.
Falandas working Simbolon over with knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Falandas as Simbolon tries to tie him up.
Simbolon misses with a hook from the clinch.
Simbolon working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A hook to the body from Falandas. #T1#
Falandas lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Knees in the clinch landing for Falandas. #BC2#
Simbolon escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Falandas throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #CL#
Falandas rushes Simbolon and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Simbolon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Falandas landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Simbolon looks winded!
A head punch on the inside from Simbolon fails to land.
Falandas digs a right hand into Simbolon's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Simbolon's gas tank.
Simbolon goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Simbolon breaks the clinch.
Crunch! Simbolon slams his shin into Falandas's torso.
Simbolon swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Falandas counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Falandas takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Mario Simbolon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
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!
Simbolon misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Simbolon throws an off balance right hand #CL#
and Falandas counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #T2#
Falandas tries to throw a body punch but Simbolon avoids it by throwing Falandas back against the cage.
Simbolon lands a shot to the body.
Falandas throws a knee to the head but misses.
Falandas missing with knees to the body.
Falandas with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A right hook to the body lands for Falandas.
A short left from Falandas.
Falandas tries a body shot but Simbolon blocks it.
Simbolon stalling in the clinch but Falandas improves position.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Falandas.
Falandas misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Simbolon.
Simbolon controlling the action here for a moment.
Falandas letting Simbolon take a breather here.
Falandas throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Simbolon blocks it with crossed arms.
Falandas lands with a left to the head. #T3#
Simbolon lands a hook to the side of the head.
Falandas unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Simbolon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Simbolon misses with a punch on the inside.
Falandas misses with a hook to the ribs.
Falandas tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Falandas misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Simbolon on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Falandas lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #CUT#It looks like Mario Simbolon has been cut.
Falandas landing knees to the head.
Simbolon softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Falandas throws a knee to the head but misses.
Simbolon lands a hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simbolon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Simbolon is pushing Falandas up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Simbolon prevents a body shot from Falandas. #T4#
Simbolon lands with a light punch inside.
Simbolon avoiding damage as Falandas throws knees to the body.
Simbolon is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Falandas tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Falandas tries to land knees in the clinch but Simbolon avoids the damage to the body.
Falandas with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Good body shot from Falandas.
Falandas tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Simbolon avoids it.
Simbolon digs a right hand into Falandas's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Falandas's gas tank.
Falandas softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Falandas misses with a punch to the body.
Simbolon trying to stall but Falandas improves his position.
Simbolon working aggressively here.
Falandas working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Falandas with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Falandas misses with a punch to the body.
Simbolon taking a breather.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Mertis Falandas will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Simbolon throws a shot from downtown. Falandas moves away and avoids it.
Falandas throws a big counter combination but Simbolon scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Simbolon swings for the body but Falandas moves out of range.
Falandas swinging wildly here.
Falandas takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Simbolon throws a leg kick but Falandas sees it coming and moves out of range.
Simbolon fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Simbolon scores with a nice head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Falandas steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Simbolon.
Falandas swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Simbolon connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Simbolon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Falandas was well out of range. Poor timing from Simbolon.
A leg kick checked by Falandas.#T1#
A shot to the body from Simbolon misses
and Falandas counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Simbolon looks to land a left hand but Falandas moved out of range nicely.
Falandas was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Simbolon connects with a single shot there.
Simbolon misses with a right hand
and Simbolon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Falandas is looking to clinch.
Simbolon misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Falandas counters with a thumping low kick.
Falandas thuds his right hand into Simbolon's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Left hook, right uppercut from Simbolon.
Simbolon throws a low kick but Falandas moves out of range easily.
Falandas thinks about countering with a head kick.
Simbolon swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Falandas counters with a head kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simbolon throws a jab when Falandas was well out of range.
Falandas lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Simbolon connects with an inside leg kick.#T2#
Simbolon checks a leg kick nicely.
Simbolon moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Falandas ducks under a wild hook from Simbolon.
Simbolon swings widly with a right hand #CL#
and Falandas counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Falandas scores with a shot to the side of Simbolon's head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Falandas missing with knees to the body.
Mertis Falandas has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Falandas.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Simbolon.
Falandas struggles to land a body shot inside as Simbolon controls his hands.
Falandas working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Falandas tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Simbolon avoids it.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Simbolon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Falandas's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Simbolon. #T3#
Falandas utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Knees to the body from Falandas.
Simbolon is breathing heavily.
Falandas softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Simbolon can't find room to land a body shot as Falandas controls the action.
Falandas crunches a lovely knee into Simbolon's ribcage.
Simbolon tries to throw a body punch but Falandas avoids it by throwing Simbolon back against the cage.
Falandas struggles to land a body shot inside as Simbolon controls his hands.
Falandas crunches a lovely knee into Simbolon's ribcage.
Simbolon blocks a body shot from Falandas.
Falandas with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Simbolon managing to block the knees to the body from Falandas.
Simbolon looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Falandas.
Falandas misses with a knee to the head.
Simbolon is working Falandas over against the cage.
Simbolon has Falandas pressed against the cage.
Simbolon prevents a body shot from Falandas. #T4#
Simbolon holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Simbolon is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Falandas fails to land.
Falandas lands with a short shot to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2#
Simbolon manages to break the clinch.
Falandas tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Simbolon manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Simbolon throws a looping overhand right but Falandas ducks down to avoid it.
Simbolon misses with a leg kick.
As Simbolon tries to get set, Falandas tries to push him back and clinch up but Simbolon manages to avoid the attempt.
Simbolon takes a swing at Falandas's ribcage but misses.
Simbolon keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Falandas scores with a jab to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Mertis Falandas will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Falandas takes one to the chin there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Simbolon.
Falandas ducks under a wild hook from Simbolon.
Falandas looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Simbolon throws a predictable looking body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Simbolon lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Simbolon looks to score with a jab to the body but Falandas is just out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Falandas looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Falandas uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Simbolon.
Simbolon throws a lazy uppercut
and Falandas counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Falandas doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Simbolon works Falandas's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Falandas uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Simbolon.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Falandas, as that shot connected.
Simbolon misses with an uppercut
letting Falandas counter with a right hand.
Falandas pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Simbolon misses with a two punch combination.
Simbolon swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Falandas.
Simbolon throws a poor cross that misses
and Falandas counters with a nice uppercut.
Simbolon blocks a low kick nicely.
Falandas scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mario Simbolon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Falandas jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Simbolon lands the left hand.
Simbolon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Falandas.
Mertis Falandas is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Falandas bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Simbolon misses with a body shot.
Falandas tries to close the distance and clinch up but Simbolon swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Falandas tries to clinch up.
Simbolon throws a lazy right hand but Falandas sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Simbolon throws a lazy uppercut
and Falandas counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Falandas takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Falandas tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Simbolon manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Simbolon misses with an uppercut
and Falandas counters with a right hand to the body.
Simbolon scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Simbolon misses with a series of wild punches. #T3#
Falandas tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Simbolon paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Simbolon throws out a counter right but Falandas avoids it with no problem.
Falandas walks into a stiff left hand from Simbolon.
Falandas tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Simbolon thows a leg kick but Falandas checks it
and Falandas counters with a stiff right hand.
Mario Simbolon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Falandas uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Simbolon.
Simbolon lands a glancing blow to the side of Falandas's head.
Simbolon fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Falandas.
Falandas fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Simbolon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Falandas is looking to counter the offense by Simbolon and move into the clinch.
Simbolon throws a poor cross that misses
and Falandas counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Falandas throws a nice head kick!
Simbolon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Simbolon throws a right hand that misses
and Falandas makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head kick from Simbolon lands but Falandas takes it in his stride.
Simbolon throws a hook but Falandas avoids it easily.
Falandas slips a jab from Simbolon.
Simbolon misses with an uppercut
and Falandas counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Simbolon throws a chopping leg kick but Falandas manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Falandas takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A shot to the body from Simbolon misses
and Falandas counters with a big head kick but Simbolon shrugs it off.
Simbolon throws a body kick that misses.
Falandas tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Simbolon manages to circle out of the way.
Simbolon misses with the body kick
enabling Falandas to counter with a crisp jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mario Simbolon.
I think Falandas 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: SYN 1180 Brown vs Sitsongrit 2
Date: Jun 28, 2025

#R1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Belmond.
A solid leg kick lands there for Simbolon.
Nice uppercut there from Simbolon.
A jab from Simbolon misses.
Nice shot lands for Simbolon.#CUT2#It looks like Itziar Belmond has been cut.
Belmond keeps the fight on the outside.
Belmond misses with a straight right.
Simbolon misses with a body kick.
Belmond keeps Simbolon at a distance using the push kick.
Simbolon misses with an uppercut. Belmond saw that one coming.
Belmond throws a hook to the side of Simbolon's head but Simbolon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Belmond drops his hands momentarily and Simbolon takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Belmond 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.
Mario Simbolon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from Belmond misses.
Belmond lands a nice leg kick that just misses Simbolon's sensitive parts.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Belmond misses with a straight left.
Belmond bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#T1#
A big left from Simbolon misses.
Simbolon connects with a good right hand that stumbles Belmond. Belmond circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Simbolon swings widly with a right hand
and Belmond counters with an inside leg kick.
Simbolon throws the left hand but Belmond avoids the punch easily.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Simbolon.
Simbolon misses with an uppercut
and Belmond counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Simbolon throws a hook but Belmond blocks it.
That kick from Simbolon tenderised Belmond's leg. Belmond is trying to keep his angry face on.
Simbolon connects with a crisp jab.
A low kick lands for Belmond.
Belmond blocks the body kick.
Belmond feinted with a counter takedown.#CL#
Belmond forces Simbolon back against the cage and clinches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The referee calls for Simbolon to work.
Simbolon pushes Belmond back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2##BC2#
Simbolon escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A big left from Simbolon misses.
Simbolon throws a body shot but no joy.
Simbolon closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Simbolon throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Belmond counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Belmond sitting in guard here, content to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Simbolon is striking but Belmond is not phased and passes to half guard.
Simbolon looks like he's trying to stand up.
Belmond passes to full mount!
Belmond blocks Simbolon's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom. #T3#
Simbolon can't escape the position.
Belmond trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Belmond looking to control and managing it successfully.
Simbolon is trying to stand but he's not in a good position to be doing that! Belmond has taken his back!
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #T4##SUB#
Belmond has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Simbolon wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Belmond not allowing Simbolon to control his hands.
Simbolon is trying to get back to his feet but Belmond has full control of the position and if anything, Simbolon has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Belmond trying to control.#SUB#
Belmond working for the choke.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Itziar Belmond dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Itziar Belmond's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Simbolon connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Simbolon misses with a lunging right hand
and Belmond counters with a left to the body.
Simbolon looks to score with a jab to the body but Belmond is just out of range.
Simbolon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Belmond moves out of range of the strikes.
Simbolon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Belmond.
Simbolon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Belmond manages to avoid it.
Belmond swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Belmond uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Simbolon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simbolon lands with an uppercut that bounces Belmond off the cage and back into range.
Belmond blocks a leg kick.
Simbolon throws a leg kick #TD#
and Belmond counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simbolon flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage. #T1#
Belmond wants to control but Simbolon is keeping him busy.
Simbolon wants to get back to his feet.
Simbolon scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Belmond manages to mount him!
Belmond takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here. #SUB#
Belmond is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Simbolon defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Simbolon trying to control the hands but Belmond won't let him.
Belmond keeps control of the position easily here as Simbolon tries to buck him off. #T2#
Belmond's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Further stalling from Belmond.
Simbolon looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Simbolon wants to get back to his feet.
Belmond controls the position.#SUB#
Belmond patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T3#
Simbolon staying busy and making it hard for Belmond to control.
Belmond is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Simbolon is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
I would not like to be Simbolon right now.
Simbolon is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Itziar Belmond overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Belmond keeps control of the position easily here as Simbolon tries to buck him off.
Belmond scores with punches to the body. #T4##SUB#
Belmond tightening his grip on Simbolon, looking for the choke.
Simbolon is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Simbolon wants to get back to his feet.
Simbolon trying to control the hands but Belmond breaks the grip.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Belmond has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Simbolon's body.
Belmond struggling to keep hold of the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Itziar Belmond dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Itziar Belmond's cut.
That's time! Belmond's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Simbolon lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Belmond avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Belmond rushes Simbolon and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Simbolon pushes Belmond back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Belmond lands an elbow inside that Simbolon shrugs off. #CUT#It looks like Mario Simbolon has been cut.
Belmond lands a shoulder strike.
Belmond throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Belmond is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Simbolon can do to turn this around?
Belmond blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Simbolon swings wildly with an uppercut but Belmond uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Simbolon pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mario Simbolon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simbolon throws a body kick that misses
enabling Belmond to counter with a crisp jab.
Simbolon misses with an uppercut
and Belmond counters with a nice low kick that buckles Simbolon's knee momentarily.
Simbolon misses with a shot to the body
enabling Belmond to counter with a crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simbolon throws a head kick that misses
and Belmond counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Simbolon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Belmond.
Simbolon throws a series of strikes that have Belmond backpedaling.
Simbolon throws a jab but it's blocked by Belmond.
Belmond swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Simbolon swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Simbolon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Simbolon looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Simbolon keeps the fight on the outside.
Belmond sizes up Simbolon with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Simbolon misses the jab.
Simbolon tries a head kick but it misses. #CL2#
Simbolon gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Simbolon lands a shoulder strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Simbolon pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Simbolon throws a body shot but no joy.
Itziar Belmond is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Simbolon slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Simbolon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Simbolon cracks Belmond with a right hand to the side of the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Simbolon misses the target.
Simbolon misses with a body shot.
Simbolon throws a leg kick which misses Belmond's front leg but catches the back leg as Belmond tries to avoid it.
Simbolon goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Simbolon scores with a shot to the body.
Simbolon misses with a jab to the body
and Belmond counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Simbolon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Belmond.
Belmond lands a leg kick that knocks Simbolon off balance momentarily.
Belmond shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Belmond ducks under a wild hook from Simbolon.
Belmond tried to counter with a leg kick but Simbolon avoided it.#T3#
Simbolon throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Belmond counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Belmond moves out of range of the body kick.
Belmond takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Belmond blocks a jab.
Simbolon misses with a looping left.
Simbolon throws a lazy body kick
and Belmond counters with a leg kick.
Mario Simbolon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Simbolon punishes Belmond's body with a nice straight punch.
Simbolon throws a body shot but no joy.
Simbolon throws a sloppy body shot
and Simbolon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A shot to the body from Simbolon misses
and Belmond connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Belmond staying out of range there.
Simbolon swings widly with a right hand
and Simbolon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Belmond lands a leg kick that knocks Simbolon off balance momentarily.#T4#
Simbolon tries to land a body kick
and Belmond counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Belmond ducks under a wild hook from Simbolon.
Simbolon throws a sloppy body shot
and Belmond counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Simbolon looks to land a left hand but Belmond moved out of range nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Simbolon misses the target.
Belmond swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Simbolon tries to land a leg kick but Belmond saw it coming and moves away.
Simbolon throws a poor cross that misses
and Belmond counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Simbolon throws a head kick that misses
and Belmond counters with a thumping low kick.
Simbolon throws a predictable looking body shot
and Belmond counters with a straight right hand.
Simbolon misses with a right hand
and Belmond counters with a stiff right hand.
Simbolon misses with a shot to the body
and Belmond counters with a nice uppercut.
A low kick from Simbolon is predictable there
and Belmond counters with a thumping low kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Belmond rushes Simbolon and presses him up against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Itziar Belmond.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Belmond, 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: SYN 1168 Crispian vs. Jones
Date: May 17, 2025

#R1#
Harklie misses the shot to the body.
Harklie throws a looping overhand right but Simbolon ducks down to avoid it.
A cross from Harklie lands.
Simbolon lands with a shot to the body.
Harklie avoids the body shot from Simbolon.
Harklie slips under a jab from Simbolon.
Simbolon throws a big shot that misses.
Simbolon looks to land a left hand but Harklie moved out of range nicely.
Simbolon wants to land a leg kick but Harklie is out of range.
A jab from Harklie does it's job there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harklie avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Harklie moves out of range as Simbolon strikes.
Harklie drops down looking for a counter takedown but Simbolon sprawls and moves away.
The crowd cheers as Simbolon lands an impressive looking overhand right. Harklie doesn't seem phased though.
Simbolon gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CUT#It looks like Mario Simbolon has been cut.#T1#
Simbolon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Harklie.
Simbolon clobbers Harklie with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Simbolon throws a leg kick which misses Harklie's front leg but catches the back leg as Harklie tries to avoid it.
Harklie throws a jab but it's blocked by Simbolon.
Simbolon dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Simbolon misses with a wild body shot.
Harklie attempts a counter takedown but Simbolon avoids it well and moves away.
Harklie misses with a hook. Simbolon ducked under it nicely.
Simbolon swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Harklie counters with a nice double leg into side control. Simbolon won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Harklie is trying to get an arm triangle but Simbolon is defending well.
Simbolon is pushing Harklie's head away, looking to escape. Harklie manages to hold on to the position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Harklie wants to control but Simbolon is keeping him busy. #T2#
Simbolon tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Simbolon is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB#
Harklie is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Simbolon knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Simbolon being controlled for a moment. #T3##SUB#
Harklie tries for a kimura but Simbolon is defending well. #SUB#
Harklie tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Harklie tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Simbolon really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Harklie. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Harklie is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Simbolon knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Harklie tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Harklie is looking to take a break and control but Simbolon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Simbolon is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Simbolon misses with a strike from the bottom.
Simbolon is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Grant Harklie will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mario Simbolon's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
A telegraphed right hand from Harklie misses the target.
Harklie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Simbolon.
Mario Simbolon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Harklie.
Harklie tries to close the distance and clinch up but Simbolon swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Simbolon throws a jab when Harklie was well out of range.
Simbolon moves into range and connects with a jab.
Simbolon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Harklie sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Simbolon moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simbolon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Harklie was well out of range. Poor timing from Simbolon.
Harklie appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Harklie throws a hook but Simbolon blocks it.
Simbolon with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Simbolon scores with a jab to the jaw.
Simbolon keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T1#
Harklie lands with an uppercut that bounces Simbolon off the cage and back into range.
A swing and a miss from Harklie.
Simbolon throws a series of punches but Harklie avoids them all with ease.
Harklie misses with a hook.
Harklie walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Harklie ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Simbolon moves away.
Mario Simbolon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Simbolon looks to throw the jab but Harklie is out of range.
Simbolon scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Simbolon misses with a wild body shot.
Simbolon lets loose with a powerful body kick. Harklie will feel that in the morning.
Simbolon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Harklie changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A nice leg kick from Simbolon, right into the meat of the thigh.
Simbolon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Simbolon looks to throw the jab but Harklie is out of range.
Harklie appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T2#
A left lands for Harklie.
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!
Simbolon scores with a nice strike.
Simbolon misses the jab.
Simbolon throws a big shot that misses.
Simbolon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Simbolon chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Simbolon scores with a sloppy right hand. Harklie should have avoided that one.
Simbolon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Harklie.
Harklie displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Simbolon throws out the jab.
Good exchange - Simbolon coming out on top.
Simbolon connects with a right hand. Harklie shakes it off.
Simbolon misses with a hook. Harklie ducked under it nicely. #T3#
Harklie throws a hook to the side of Simbolon's head but Simbolon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Harklie missing with a left hand there. Simbolon was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Simbolon works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Simbolon scoring well with a low kick there.
A good leg kick by Simbolon.
Harklie ducks under a wild hook from Simbolon.
Simbolon loads up on a big right hand but Harklie slips the punch.
Harklie feinted with a counter takedown.
Simbolon misses with a straight right.
Harklie half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Harklie throws an overhand right that lands on Simbolon's shoulder, as Simbolon tries to avoid the shot.
Simbolon swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A looping hook to the body misses from Simbolon. Harklie does a little dance to reset his feet.
Harklie misses with a left hand
letting Simbolon counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Simbolon drives through and clinches with Harklie against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Simbolon. #T4##BC2#
Simbolon breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Harklie is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Simbolon lands a nice hook to Harklie's body. Harklie takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Simbolon moves out of range as Harklie strikes.
Simbolon throws a chopping leg kick but Harklie manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Harklie drops down looking for a counter takedown but Simbolon sprawls and moves away.
Simbolon misses the shot to the body.
Harklie throws a shot from downtown. Simbolon moves away and avoids it.
Simbolon just misses with a punch to the body.
Harklie half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Harklie throws a hook but Simbolon blocks it.
It seemed like Simbolon was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Simbolon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Harklie misses with a body shot.
Simbolon throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Harklie stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Simbolon takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Simbolon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mario Simbolon's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Harklie doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Simbolon throws a looping overhand right but Harklie ducks down to avoid it.
Simbolon throws a hook but Harklie avoids it easily.
Simbolon digs a good body shot into Harklie's ribs.
Simbolon lands with a thumping leg kick.
A cross from Harklie lands.
Simbolon defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Harklie.
A big left from Simbolon misses.
Harklie throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harklie throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Simbolon sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Harklie gets tackled into the cage by Simbolon. Simbolon maintains the clinch.
Simbolon is pressed up against the cage. Harklie has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Simbolon down to the mat. Simbolon avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Simbolon missing with a left hand there. Harklie was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
A swing and a miss from Simbolon.
Harklie tries to counter with a takedown but Simbolon is quick to defend against it.
Mario Simbolon seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Simbolon rushes Harklie and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Harklie swings away with an uppercut that misses. #TD#
Harklie tightens his grip and picks Simbolon up, before dumping him to the ground. Simbolon manages to land in guard.

Simbolon has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Harklie is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#BC2#
Simbolon breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Simbolon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Harklie moves away.
Harklie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Simbolon.
Simbolon with a nice calf kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simbolon throws a quick inside leg kick.
Simbolon tries to close the distance and clinch up but Harklie swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Harklie staying out of range there.
Simbolon lands a front kick.
Harklie walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T2#
Simbolon lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Simbolon throws a lazy right hand but Harklie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Harklie attempts a counter takedown but Simbolon avoids it well and moves away.
Harklie fails with an attempt to clinch.
Simbolon scores with a shot to the body.
Harklie is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A slow jab from Simbolon misses its intended target.
Harklie changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Harklie takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Harklie is trying hard to land a takedown here. Simbolon sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grant Harklie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Simbolon fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Simbolon throws a shot from downtown. Harklie moves away and avoids it.
Harklie on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Simbolon. Simbolon obviously looking to wear him down.
A telegraphed right hand from Simbolon misses the target.
Simbolon scores with a head kick. Harklie tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#T3#
Simbolon scores with a hook.
Simbolon connects with a body shot that sends Harklie's belly button to the back.
Harklie takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Simbolon dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Harklie. That did some damage!
Good shot there by Simbolon.
Harklie misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Simbolon feints a counter leg kick.
Simbolon jabs Harklie to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Simbolon throws a hook but Harklie avoids it easily.
Harklie throws an off balance right hand
and Simbolon counters with a straight right hand.
Harklie moves out of range as Simbolon strikes.#T4#
Simbolon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Harklie.
Harklie half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Simbolon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Harklie moves away.
Simbolon misses with a looping right.
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!
Simbolon throws the left hand but Harklie avoids the punch easily.
Simbolon fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A slow jab from Simbolon misses its intended target.
Harklie appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Simbolon jabs at Harklie's body.
Simbolon throws a looping overhand right but Harklie ducks down to avoid it.
Simbolon slips under a jab from Harklie.
Simbolon lands with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Simbolon moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Simbolon's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mario Simbolon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Simbolon has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: NYF 113: Perry vs Harklie
Date: Apr 12, 2025

#R1#
Simbolon misses with an uppercut.
Gabriel feinted with a counter takedown.
Gabriel looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Simbolon lands an overhand right.
Simbolon moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Simbolon slips under a jab from Gabriel.
Simbolon throws a jab but it's blocked by Gabriel.
Simbolon scores with a punch to the head.
Gabriel on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gabriel takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Simbolon smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#ROC2#Gabriel is rocked!
Gabriel tries to get into range but Simbolon steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Gabriel! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Simbolon scores the big KO victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mario Simbolon!
After winning the bout, Mario Simbolon thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: NYF 109: Sillalahi vs Hopson
Date: Mar 22, 2025

#R1#
Janowski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Simbolon.
Simbolon misses the jab.
Simbolon slips a jab from Janowski.
Simbolon appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Simbolon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Simbolon takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Janowski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Simbolon lands an overhand right.
Simbolon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big right from Simbolon misses.
Janowski throws an off balance right hand
letting Simbolon counter with a right hand.
Janowski misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Janowski walks into a straight right hand from Simbolon.
Simbolon throws a looping overhand right but Janowski ducks down to avoid it.
Janowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Simbolon moves away.
Janowski throws a body kick that misses.
Janowski lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Janowski takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Janowski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Simbolon ducks under a wild hook from Janowski.#CL#
Janowski drives through and clinches with Simbolon against the cage.
Simbolon is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Simbolon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Simbolon lands a hook that snaps the head of Janowski backwards.
Janowski takes a shot to the head.
Janowski throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Janowski gets through Simbolon's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC2#
Simbolon manages to break the clinch.
Janowski has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Outlier Martial Arts New York in the buildup to the fight.
Simbolon lands a glancing blow to the side of Janowski's head.
Simbolon takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Janowski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Simbolon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Simbolon wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice shot lands for Simbolon.
Janowski throws a head kick that misses.
Simbolon moves out of range of the strikes.
Janowski misses with a low kick.
Simbolon throws out a counter right but Janowski avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Simbolon cracks Janowski with a right hand to the side of the head.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Simbolon, as that shot connected.
Nice jab there from Simbolon.
Simbolon throws a hook but Janowski blocks it.
Janowski misses with a straight left.
Janowski misses with a wild body shot.
Simbolon throws a sloppy head kick
and Janowski counters with a good low kick that Simbolon was not able to check.
Simbolon is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Janowski had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Simbolon misses with a left hand
and Simbolon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Mario Simbolon has been cut.
Simbolon uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Simbolon wants to slow Janowski down by chopping away at his legs.
Simbolon scores with a body shot.
Simbolon turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Simbolon has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Simbolon throws a series of punches but Janowski avoids them all with ease.
Simbolon connects with a looping right hand.
Janowski lands with a hook. Simbolon tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Good standup being displayed there by Simbolon as he connects with a hook.#T3#
Simbolon throws a body punch but Janowski moves out of range.
Janowski looks to land a left hand but Simbolon moved out of range nicely.
Simbolon takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Janowski lands with a shot to the body.
Janowski defending well as Simbolon loads up on a big left hand.
Simbolon lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Janowski scores with a shot to the body.
Janowski wants to clinch.
Simbolon looks to land a right hand but Janowski moved out of range.
Simbolon misses with a body shot.
Simbolon takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Janowski lands a nice looking body shot.
Janowski just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Janowski has closed the distance and engaged Simbolon in a clinch.
Janowski doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Simbolon misses with a body punch.
Simbolon is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Janowski.
Janowski lands a nice elbow.
Simbolon lands an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Janowski. #BC2#
Simbolon breaks the clinch.
Janowski connects with a solid leg kick.
Janowski with a nice calf kick.
Simbolon avoids the head kick by Janowski.
A leg kick checked by Simbolon.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Janowski cracks Simbolon with an open hand slap.
Janowski takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The fighters circling - Janowski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Janowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Simbolon moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mario Simbolon will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mario Simbolon's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Simbolon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Janowski.
Simbolon bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Janowski's head backwards.
Janowski staying out of range there.
Good standup being displayed there by Simbolon as he connects with a hook.
Simbolon misses the shot to the body.
Simbolon thows a left - swing and a miss!
Janowski connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A left lands for Simbolon.
Simbolon thumps Janowski with a low kick.
Simbolon getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Janowski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Simbolon was well out of range. Poor timing from Janowski.
Janowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Simbolon moves away.
A little jabbing left from Simbolon on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Simbolon misses with a shot to the body
and Janowski counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Janowski takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Janowski moves out of range as Simbolon strikes.
Janowski tries to bum rush Simbolon with a series of wild strikes but Simbolon uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Simbolon swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Janowski throws a leg kick but Simbolon sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T1#
Simbolon lands a jab.
Simbolon lands with a hook. Janowski tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Janowski digs a good hook to Simbolon's body.
Simbolon takes one on the button.
Simbolon swings widly with a right hand
and Janowski counters with a stiff right hand.
Simbolon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Janowski looks to score with a jab to the body but Simbolon is just out of range.
Janowski scores with a punch to the head.
Simbolon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Simbolon takes a swing at Janowski's ribcage but misses.
Janowski appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Simbolon misses with an uppercut.
Simbolon lands a jab to Janowski's midsection.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Simbolon misses with a low kick.
Janowski throws a low kick, looking for Simbolon's leg but Simbolon calmly moves out of range.
Good shot there by Simbolon.
Mario Simbolon seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Simbolon throws a lazy uppercut
and Janowski counters with a left to the body.
Simbolon lands with a straight right. Janowski didn't see that one coming.
Janowski looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Janowski tries to clinch but Simbolon is having none of it.
Simbolon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Janowski lands a jab.
Simbolon throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Janowski is looking to clinch.
Janowski lands a jab to Simbolon's midsection.
Simbolon thuds his right hand into Janowski's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Simbolon slips a jab from Janowski.
Simbolon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Janowski sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Simbolon thows a left - swing and a miss!
Janowski moves out of range of the strikes.
Simbolon misses with a straight left.
Simbolon checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A nice inside leg kick there by Simbolon. That's going to slow Janowski down.
Janowski misses with a low kick. #T3#
Donk. Simbolon catches Janowski right on the button with a cross.
A big left from Janowski misses.
Janowski looks to land a body kick but Simbolon moved away.
Simbolon bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Simbolon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Simbolon with a nice cross.
Janowski is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Janowski on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Simbolon misses with an uppercut.
Simbolon thows a leg kick but Janowski checks it
enabling Janowski to counter with a crisp jab.
Janowski takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Janowski has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Simbolon finds it's way round the side to connect with Janowski's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Simbolon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Janowski.
Nice body punch from Janowski.
Simbolon attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Janowski appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Simbolon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Simbolon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Janowski moves away.
Janowski takes a swing at Simbolon's ribcage but misses.
Simbolon is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Simbolon defending well as Janowski loads up on a big left hand.
Simbolon blocks a jab.
Janowski defending well as Simbolon loads up on a big left hand.
Simbolon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Janowski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Simbolon throws out the jab.
Janowski throws a big counter combination but Simbolon scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Janowski's corner calls for a 1-2. Janowski obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Simbolon.
Simbolon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Janowski misses the shot to the body.
Simbolon moves out of range of the body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Janowski lands a nice shot to the body.
Simbolon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
As Janowski backs off Simbolon throws a huge counter combo but Janowski manages to avoid it all.
A low kick from Simbolon misses
and Janowski counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Simbolon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mario Simbolon's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Janowski uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Simbolon.
Janowski fails with an attempt to clinch.
Simbolon misses with a body shot.
Janowski fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Simbolon.
Janowski walks into a stiff left hand from Simbolon.
Simbolon moves out of range as Janowski strikes.
Simbolon's corner calls for a 1-2. Simbolon obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Good exchange - Janowski coming out on top.
Simbolon lands with a nice body punch.
Janowski tries to clinch there but Simbolon circles away.
Janowski tries to clinch there but Simbolon circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Simbolon is predictable there
and Janowski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A telegraphed right hand from Simbolon misses the target.
Simbolon misses with a wild body shot.
Simbolon's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Janowski connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Simbolon scrambles back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simbolon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Janowski. #T1#
A slow jab from Simbolon misses its intended target.
Janowski comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Janowski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Simbolon.
Simbolon darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Janowski throws a body shot but no joy.
Simbolon blocks a head kick by Janowski.
Simbolon lands a jab to Janowski's midsection.
Janowski throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Janowski jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Simbolon scores with a nice strike.
Janowski scores with a shot to the body.
Simbolon swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Janowski counters with a left and a right that stings Simbolon.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simbolon thuds his right hand into Janowski's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Janowski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A leg kick checked by Simbolon.
Simbolon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T2#
A shot to the liver by Simbolon. Beautiful body shot.
Janowski slips a jab from Simbolon.
Simbolon connects with a body shot that sends Janowski's belly button to the back.
Simbolon takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Janowski slips under a jab.
Janowski was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Simbolon avoids the body shot from Janowski.
Simbolon throws a big counter head kick but Janowski avoids it with no problem.
Simbolon lands a nice hook to Janowski's body. Janowski takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Janowski throws a shot to the body.
Janowski throws a head kick that misses.
It seemed like Simbolon was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Janowski throws a head kick that misses.
Simbolon throws a lazy right hand but Janowski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Simbolon misses with a straight left.
Simbolon darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Janowski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Janowski half committed to a counter leg kick.#T3#
Janowski throws a series of punches but Simbolon avoids them all with ease.
Janowski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Simbolon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Janowski tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A combination from Janowski does no damage.
Simbolon misses with a hook. Janowski ducked under it nicely.
Simbolon ducks under a wild hook from Janowski.
Simbolon unleashes a big counter combination but Janowski bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Mario Simbolon is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Simbolon thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Janowski if he has to take too many more of those.
Good leg kick by Janowski.
The fight stays on the outside here - Janowski looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Janowski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A low kick from Janowski misses
and Simbolon counters with a left to the body.
Simbolon misses with a looping right.
Simbolon connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T4#
Janowski misses with a hook to the body
and Simbolon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A jab lands there for Simbolon.
Simbolon delivers a nice body kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simbolon lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Simbolon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Janowski moves away.
Janowski tries to close the distance and clinch up but Simbolon swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Janowski takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Janowski slips a straight right by Simbolon.
Simbolon misses with a hook.
Janowski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A countering left hand to the body from Simbolon misses.
Janowski pivots, looking for a leg kick but Simbolon is out of range and Janowski settles back down.
Janowski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Simbolon.
Janowski is looking to counter punch.
Janowski takes a swing at Simbolon's ribcage but misses.
Simbolon connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Stevie Janowski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Janowski misses the body punch
and Simbolon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mario Simbolon!
A relieved looking Mario Simbolon thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: NYF 103: Kemppainen vs Christ
Date: Feb 08, 2025

#R1#
Munro tries to close the distance and clinch but Simbolon swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Munro slips under a jab.
Munro seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Munro has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Munro there as he acknowledges the shot.
Munro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Munro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Simbolon.
Munro lands with a cross.
Simbolon throws a shot to the body.
Jab, jab by Simbolon - just one landing.
Simbolon stuns Munro with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Simbolon scoring well with a low kick there.
Munro lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CUT#It looks like Mario Simbolon has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Munro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fighters circling - Simbolon throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Simbolon misses with a wild body shot.
Munro feinted with a counter takedown.
Sloppy strikes from Munro. Those never looked like landing.
And Simbolon tries to counter it with a takedown but Munro pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Jab by Munro.
Simbolon swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Munro.#T1#
Simbolon clobbers Munro with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Mario Simbolon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Munro moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Munro defending well as Simbolon loads up on a big left hand.
Simbolon throws a combination. Munro tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
A big left from Simbolon misses.
Munro lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Simbolon showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Munro.
Simbolon keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Munro defending well as Simbolon loads up on a big left hand.
A punch lands to the side of Simbolon 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Munro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Simbolon wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Munro tries to land a body kick
and Simbolon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Munro takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Simbolon works Munro's body with a nice hook.
Munro misses with an uppercut. Simbolon saw that one coming.
Simbolon looks to land a left hand but Munro moved out of range nicely.
Munro lands a jab to Simbolon's midsection.
Simbolon getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Munro misses with a looping left.
Simbolon clobbers Munro with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Simbolon misses with a looping right.
Munro throws a looping overhand right but Simbolon ducks down to avoid it.
Simbolon connects with a nice looking jab.
Munro throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Simbolon lands a lovely overhand right.
Munro tries to clinch up.
Simbolon lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T3#
Munro avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Munro is looking for a counter combo.#TD#
Munro closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Simbolon manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Munro seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Munro seems to be looking for submissions.
Munro lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Simbolon missing with punches from the bottom.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Simbolon can do anything to dispel that myth.
Munro blocks the strikes from Simbolon.
Simbolon keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T4#
Munro trying to control from half guard but Simbolon is working away.
Simbolon missing with punches from the bottom.
Simbolon is refusing to be controlled, as Munro sits in half guard.
Simbolon tries to kick Munro off but Munro keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Simbolon moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Munro takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Simbolon dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mario Simbolon's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Simbolon blocks a head kick by Munro.
Simbolon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Munro fails with the takedown.
Simbolon cracks Munro with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Simbolon lands a jab to the head.
The crowd cheers as Simbolon lands an impressive looking overhand right. Munro doesn't seem phased though.
Simbolon lands with a right hand.
Simbolon connects with a single shot there.
A punch lands to the side of Munro 's head but he takes it in his stride.#ROC2#Munro is rocked!
An inside leg kick lands from Simbolon.
Simbolon misses with a hook.
Simbolon misses with a low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simbolon lands a slapping body shot.
Nice body punch from Simbolon. #T1#
Munro fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Mario Simbolon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Munro's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Simbolon connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Munro scrambles back to his feet.
Simbolon connects with a solid leg kick.
Simbolon with a nice calf kick.
Munro takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Mario Simbolon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Munro tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Simbolon swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jaxson Munro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Munro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Simbolon.
Munro throws a lazy right hand but Simbolon sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Simbolon feints a counter leg kick.
Jaxson Munro is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Simbolon throws a shot from downtown. Munro moves away and avoids it.
Munro takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nice straight punches there by Simbolon. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Simbolon.
Simbolon fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Munro on the side of the head.
Simbolon slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Oh Munro is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Munro fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Simbolon lands with a straight right. Munro didn't see that one coming.
Munro looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T2#
Simbolon ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Simbolon throws a right hand that misses
and Munro counters with a straight right hand.
Munro seems to have got his legs back now.
Munro takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Horrible takedown attempt by Munro or perhaps it was just good defense by Simbolon, which made it look bad. #TD#
Munro closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Munro thows a huge punch but Simbolon dodges it nicely.
Simbolon wants to control but Munro is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Simbolon is trying to stand up here but Munro is controlling him well. #SUB#
Munro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Simbolon is looking to control Munro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Simbolon avoid being mounted?#T3#
Munro trying to control from half guard but Simbolon is working away.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Munro perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Simbolon throws a nice outside leg kick.
Simbolon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Munro.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Munro.

Simbolon sneaks out the side door and pushes Munro away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Good shot there by Munro.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Munro.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simbolon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Simbolon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Munro moves away.
Munro's jab looks to have found its range, popping Simbolon under the eye.
Simbolon scores with a nice head shot.
Munro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Simbolon sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Munro looks for a takedown but Simbolon sprawls well.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Munro.
Munro walks into a left hand.
Munro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Simbolon.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Simbolon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mario Simbolon's cut.
That's time! Munro's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Good exchange - Simbolon coming out on top.
Nice straight punches there by Simbolon. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Simbolon.
Munro takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Simbolon misses with a left hand
and Munro counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Simbolon missing with a left hand there. Munro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Munro throws a big counter combination but Simbolon scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Simbolon stuffs the takedown.
Simbolon scores with a jab to the body.
Simbolon connects with a jab.
Simbolon scores with a hook to the body. Munro takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Simbolon throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Simbolon throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Munro stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simbolon stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A looping hook to the body misses from Munro. Simbolon does a little dance to reset his feet.
And Simbolon tries to counter it with a takedown but Munro pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Simbolon jabs Munro to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Simbolon scores with a body shot. #T1#
Simbolon connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Munro momentarily.
Munro takes one on the button.
Simbolon connects with a body shot.
Simbolon changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Simbolon lands a nice looking body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Simbolon.#KD2#
Simbolon cracks Munro with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Munro looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Simbolon finish him?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Simbolon! Munro is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mario Simbolon!
Mario Simbolon thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: NYF Fight Night 54
Date: Jan 08, 2025

#R1#
Diddy fails with an attempt to clinch.
Simbolon throws a poor cross that misses
and Diddy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Diddy takes a swing at Simbolon's ribcage but misses. #TD#
Diddy scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Simbolon wants to get back to his feet.
Diddy frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Simbolon felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Simbolon is trying to stand up.
Simbolon tries to hold on but Diddy pushes him away.
Simbolon really wants to buck Diddy off and get back to his feet.
Simbolon is trying to escape the mount.
Diddy tries to control but Simbolon wriggling away.
Diddy moves to the back position.
Simbolon is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T1##SUB#
Diddy looking for the choke from the back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Simbolon defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Simbolon wants to get back to his feet.
A lull in the action here. #SUB#
Diddy working for the choke.
Simbolon is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Diddy has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Simbolon is defending well but eventually Diddy manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Simbolon has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Joe Diddy!
Joe Diddy seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: NYF Fight Night 51
Date: Dec 11, 2024

#R1#
Simbolon lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Karim at a distance.
Karim defending well as Simbolon loads up on a big left hand.
Simbolon's corner calls for a 1-2. Simbolon obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Simbolon connects with a jab.#CUT2#It looks like Nurlan Karim has been cut.
Karim takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Karim connects with a high kick.
Simbolon cracks a nice hook into Karim's ribs.
Simbolon throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Karim on the side of the head.
Simbolon throws a right hand that misses #KD#
and Karim counters with a head kick that drops Simbolon to the mat! Simbolon scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC#Simbolon is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Simbolon misses.
Karim quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Karim drops his hands momentarily and Simbolon takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Simbolon thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Karim if he has to take too many more of those.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Karim.
As Karim backs off Simbolon throws a huge counter combo but Karim manages to avoid it all.
Simbolon lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
Simbolon connects with a body shot.
Simbolon thows a left - swing and a miss!
Simbolon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Karim was well out of range. Poor timing from Simbolon.
Simbolon catches Karim with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#ROC2#Karim is rocked!
Simbolon throws a pinpoint strike between Karim's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Karim crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Simbolon scores a great knockout victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mario Simbolon!
A relieved looking Mario Simbolon thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: NYF Fight Night 47
Date: Nov 02, 2024

#R1#
Kickman defending well as Simbolon loads up on a big left hand.
Simbolon misses with a right hand
and Kickman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kickman throws a leg kick but Simbolon moved away.
Simbolon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kickman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kickman checks a low kick from Simbolon.
Kickman misses with a body kick.
Kickman throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling Simbolon to counter with a crisp jab.
Simbolon doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kickman lands a high kick! #CUT#It looks like Mario Simbolon has been cut.
Kickman misses with a hook to the body
and Simbolon makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Simbolon misses with a body shot.
Simbolon throws a body shot but no joy.
A counter left hand to the body from Kickman misses its target.
Kickman has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Simbolon finds it's way round the side to connect with Kickman's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kickman misses with a body punch
enabling Simbolon to counter with a crisp jab.
Mario Simbolon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kickman takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kickman misses with a head kick. #T1#
Kickman takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kickman throws a big shot that misses.
A swing and a miss from Simbolon.
Simbolon misses with a left hand
and Kickman counters with a nice uppercut.
Simbolon misses with a shot to the body
and Simbolon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Simbolon throws a jab but it's blocked by Kickman.
Kickman lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Simbolon rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kickman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kickman looks to score with a jab to the body but Simbolon is just out of range.
Kickman walks into a stiff left hand from Simbolon.#CUT2#It looks like Two Kickman has been cut.
Simbolon throws a poor cross that misses
and Kickman counters with a left to the body.
Kickman defending well as Simbolon loads up on a big left hand. #CL2#
Simbolon gets a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Kickman breaks from the clinch.
A big right from Simbolon misses.
Simbolon thuds a left hand into Kickman's body.#T2#
Simbolon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kickman throws a right and a left that Simbolon avoids nicely.
Kickman tries to score with a low kick but Simbolon moves his leg out of the way.
Simbolon connects with a body shot.
Kickman misses with a straight left.
Simbolon only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Simbolon scores with a hook.
Simbolon throws a lazy uppercut
and Kickman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Simbolon connects with a nice looking jab.
Simbolon throws out a loose jab but Kickman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kickman ducks under a wild hook from Simbolon.
Simbolon connects with the punch.
Simbolon just misses with a punch to the body.
Simbolon jabs Kickman to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Simbolon throws a hook but Kickman blocks it.
Kickman slips under a jab.#T3#
Simbolon swings for the body but Kickman moves out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Simbolon checks a leg kick.
Simbolon throws out a leg kick but Kickman moves out of range and Simbolon only half commits.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Simbolon checks a leg kick.
Kickman on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kickman looks to score with a jab to the body but Simbolon is just out of range.
Kickman takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kickman throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kickman chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Simbolon can pounce on him.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kickman crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Simbolon - the referee stops the clock and Kickman gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Simbolon. Kickman manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kickman throws a leg kick but Simbolon sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kickman ducks right into an uppercut from Simbolon.
Kickman moves out of range of the strikes.
Simbolon rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kickman counters with a two punch combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simbolon connects with an inside leg kick.#T4#
Kickman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Simbolon lands a nice looking body shot.
Simbolon throws a sloppy head kick and Kickman moves out of range easily.
Simbolon misses with a hook.
Simbolon throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kickman counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kickman is looking to wear down Simbolon with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kickman scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Simbolon thuds a left hand into Kickman's body.
Kickman throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kickman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kickman lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Kickman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Simbolon looks to land a combination but Kickman avoids it well.
Kickman throws a counter high kick but Simbolon was just alert enough to avoid it.
Kickman throws a head kick but Simbolon moves out of range.
Simbolon lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Simbolon dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
A nice leg kick from Simbolon, right into the meat of the thigh.
Two Kickman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Simbolon throws a right hand that misses
enabling Kickman to counter with a crisp jab.
Simbolon throws out a loose jab but Kickman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Simbolon misses with a left hand
and Kickman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Simbolon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Simbolon looks to land a right hand but Kickman moved out of range.
Kickman looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Kickman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Simbolon blocks a head kick by Kickman.
Kickman misses with a jab, cross combination.
Simbolon has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kickman.
Kickman moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kickman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Simbolon swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kickman counters with a two punch combo.
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!
Simbolon misses with a wild body shot.
Kickman lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Simbolon at a distance.
Kickman tries a low kick but Simbolon avoids it.#T1#
Kickman slips a straight right by Simbolon.
Kickman avoids the body shot from Simbolon.
Simbolon looks to throw a body kick
and Kickman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Simbolon smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kickman digs a good hook to Simbolon's body.
Kickman walks into a left hand.
Simbolon looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mario Simbolon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Simbolon misses with an uppercut.
Simbolon looks to land a right hand but Kickman moved out of range.
Kickman with a nice cross.
Kickman moves away from the strike by Simbolon.
Simbolon throws an off balance right hand
and Kickman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Simbolon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
No joy there for Kickman, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T2#
Kickman moves away from the strike by Simbolon.
The crowd cheers as Simbolon lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kickman doesn't seem phased though.
Kickman throws a wild body kick that Simbolon sees coming a mile off.
Simbolon is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kickman with a body shot.
Kickman lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Simbolon scores with a hook.
Simbolon lands a high kick!
The fighters circling - Simbolon throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kickman slips a jab from Simbolon.
Kickman looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Simbolon lands a nice hook to Kickman's body. Kickman takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Simbolon digs a good body shot into Kickman's ribs.
Simbolon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Simbolon misses with a left hand
and Kickman counters with a nice leg kick.
A head kick misses from Kickman.
Kickman connects with a high kick. #T3#
Kickman moves out of range as Simbolon strikes.
Simbolon misses with an uppercut. Kickman saw that one coming.
Kickman throws a body shot but no joy.
Simbolon catches Kickman with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Simbolon misses with a hook.
Simbolon looks to land a right hand but Kickman moved out of range.
Kickman throws the left hand but Simbolon avoids the punch easily.
Simbolon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Simbolon looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kickman misses with a head kick.
Simbolon takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Simbolon uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kickman.
Kickman misses with a hook
and Simbolon counters with an outside leg kick.
Simbolon dodges the punch combination from Kickman.
Simbolon looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
Simbolon connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kickman misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kickman on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Simbolon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Simbolon throws a shot from downtown. Kickman moves away and avoids it.
Kickman staying out of range there.
Simbolon looks to throw the jab but Kickman is out of range.
Kickman looks to throw the jab but Simbolon is out of range.
Simbolon scores with a nice head shot.
Simbolon throws a head kick that half lands.
Simbolon throws a lazy uppercut
and Kickman counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Simbolon is lucky that one didn't land flush.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Simbolon throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kickman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kickman tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Two Kickman will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Simbolon misses with an uppercut.
Simbolon jabs Kickman to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Good work by Simbolon as he checks the leg kick.
A head kick by Simbolon misses
and Kickman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Simbolon rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kickman counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Simbolon thinking.
Simbolon just misses with a punch to the body.
Kickman looks to land a right hand but Simbolon moved out of range.
Kickman takes one to the chin there.
Kickman throws a low kick, looking for Simbolon's leg but Simbolon calmly moves out of range.
Simbolon was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Simbolon missing with a left hand there. Kickman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simbolon thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kickman is looking for a counter combo.
Kickman lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Simbolon swings widly with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Simbolon with a nice calf kick.#T1#
Kickman throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Simbolon throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kickman misses with a head kick.
Simbolon misses with a leg kick
and Kickman counters with a straight right hand.
Simbolon lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kickman misses with a wild body shot.
Simbolon misses the jab.
Kickman seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Simbolon throws a jab but it's blocked by Kickman.
Simbolon throws a leg kick but Kickman sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Simbolon moves out of range as Kickman throws a body kick.
Simbolon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Simbolon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kickman moves away.
Simbolon blocks a head kick by Kickman.
Kickman attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Simbolon throws a jab when Kickman was well out of range.
Kickman staying out of range there.
Kickman swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kickman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Simbolon.
Kickman misses with a head kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Simbolon throws a lazy right hand but Kickman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Simbolon plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kickman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A nice leg kick from Simbolon, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kickman looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kickman displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Kickman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Simbolon walks into a straight right hand from Kickman.
A telegraphed right hand from Simbolon misses the target.
Kickman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Simbolon.#T3#
Simbolon throws a leg kick that misses.
Kickman seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Simbolon lands with a good body shot.
Kickman lands a nice shot to the body.
Kickman drops his hands momentarily and Simbolon takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kickman scores with a one two! Simbolon had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT#That has opened up Mario Simbolon's cut even more.
Simbolon cracks Kickman with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Simbolon avoids the head kick by Kickman.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kickman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Simbolon connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kickman. Kickman circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Simbolon lands a jab to the head.
Kickman on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simbolon misses with a looping right.
Kickman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kickman scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #T4#
A nice leg kick lands there from Simbolon.
Simbolon throws a hook but Kickman blocks it.
Kickman moves forwards but Simbolon connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kickman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Simbolon.
Simbolon throws a hook to the side of Kickman's head but Kickman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kickman throws a quick counter head kick but Simbolon was just out of range.
Kickman scores with a head kick.
Simbolon moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Simbolon missing with a left hand there. Kickman was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Simbolon bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kickman's head.
No joy there for Simbolon, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
No joy there for Simbolon, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kickman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Simbolon.
Kickman throws a sloppy head kick and Simbolon moves out of range easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mario Simbolon.
Well Simbolon has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Josh West scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 28, 2023

#R1#
Simbolon throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Simbolon lands a glancing blow to the side of Anderson's head.#TD2#
Anderson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Simbolon is in trouble now - Anderson has advanced to mount!
Anderson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
A nice elbow there by Anderson.
Anderson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Simbolon tries to lock up and control but Anderson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T1#
Simbolon tries to control Anderson's body but Anderson pushes him off. Simbolon squirms to his side and now Anderson has his back! #SUB2#
Anderson has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Simbolon has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Anderson is riding his opponent, not letting Simbolon buck him off.
Simbolon knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Anderson on the ground.
Simbolon is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Simbolon is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Anderson. #T2#
Simbolon trying to get back to his feet but Anderson is in full control for now.
Anderson controlling the position well here. Simbolon rolled but Anderson kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Simbolon is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB2#
Anderson working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Simbolon is trying to stand back up.
Simbolon trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T3#
Simbolon is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Simbolon is trying to get back to his feet but Anderson has full control of the position and if anything, Simbolon has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Simbolon tries to escape the position. #SUB2#
Anderson has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Simbolon has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Anderson biding his time, looking for the opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Anderson is looking for the choke from the back position but Simbolon is controlling his hands well.
Anderson is hanging on to Simbolon's back as he tries to escape. #SUB2#
Anderson working for a choke but Simbolon is defending well.
Anderson is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Simbolon is really stuck here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy Anderson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Anderson fails with the takedown.
Simbolon keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Anderson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Simbolon scores with a punch to the head.
Simbolon bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Anderson's head backwards.
Simbolon lands a nice shot to the body.
Simbolon lands with a hook. Anderson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #ROC#Anderson is rocked!
Simbolon lunges in with a left hook that violently twists Anderson head around and knocks him out cold! Simbolon hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mario Simbolon!
Our winner, Mario Simbolon, 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.

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