I have to echo the superlatives expressed by all those posting positive comments about a really outstanding show. Congratulations to all involved - those in the public eye and those playing an essential role in the background. I also concur with Richard, Dan, Swee Lip, Master Sken and everyone involved were very accommodating, amenable and professional. Brilliant show.

Even though only saw half of the show, there were numerous highlights including:

Damien versus Kaewklaaa Kaewsamrit:
Kaewklaaa looked like a school boy but kicked like a mule, had a great teep and an accurate and very hard straight right. He was excellent and pushed Damien to produce an outstanding performance to win. I was really pleased for Damien; he is a great fighter and thoroughly deserved the win. I have lost count of the number of fights of Damien’s I have refereed, and am always pleased when he wins against foreign opposition, it is particularly satisfying when that opponent is a ranked Thai and they make him use his considerable Thai skills. Very well done Damien and Steve.

Michael versus Bovy:
I was so pleased to see Michael using his brains as well as his usual tough and aggressive style against a monster of an opponent who breathed bad intentions. Michael not only scored well but also showed enormous courage to weather the storm that was Bovy, who was perpetually advancing throwing bombs. Some really well timed body kicks from Michael and a beautiful lean back elbow. Very well done Michael and Paul, the best performance I have seen from him to date.

Liam versus Anuwat:
What a performance from Liam, showing skill, power and courage all at once. Both fighters were dangerous from start to finish which added to the electricity in this bout. In the end Liam got his sweet revenge against a legend in the sport; tough, very hard hitting and really experienced. I was over the moon for Liam, he looked so happy and his elation was totally infectious. Very well done Liam and Richard; just outstanding.

Dean versus Andy:
I am really proud of Dean, he is not only a dream to coach and teach- constantly looking to learn and improve- but is also a really great person and very grounded. This fight was always going to be a great fight in my book - both fighters have excellent skills and loads of courage. On the night, I thought Dean performed superbly, using clinical, precise techniques delivered with perfect timing. Andy skilfully countered Dean’s knees in the clinch and remained dangerous throughout; to pull out the win Dean had to maintain real focus through all five rounds. This was a very hard fight for Dean, not only is Andy a great fighter excellently schooled by Richard, has real battle experience and courage, but both Dean and I consider him to be a friend. No sign of being mates in the fight though and I predict this will be the first of a series of great fights between these two. Dean is improving constantly and Andy will be looking for revenge in the future. Andy was magnanimous in defeat, for me the mark of a great fighter. Good luck in LA Andy.

Richard, you should be very proud of your fighters and what you have achieved. I think it is almost essential to have those feelings and emotional attachment to those you coach to develop world class fighters of the calibre you have. I agree with Graeme, not corny at all mate.