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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 10, 2016 |
#R1#
Smith misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A head kick misses from Colombo.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Smith! But no joy.
Colombo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Smith drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Smith drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Colombo goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#ROC#
Smith is rocked!
Smith dips to his left and cracks Colombo with an uppercut!
Colombo throws out a powerful jab.
Smith is still on wobbly legs! Can Colombo finish him?
Smith shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Colombo as he avoids it easily.
Colombo lands with a cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Colombo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Smith shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Colombo pinned against the cage. Colombo gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Colombo shoots in for a takedown but Smith shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Smith seems to have recovered his senses.
Colombo connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Smith's hands.#CL2#
Smith closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T1##TD2#
Smith gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Smith trying to pass the guard but Colombo defending well.
Smith not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Smith content to control rather than advance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Smith is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Smith perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T2#
It looks like Smith might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Colombo tries to get to full guard but Smith has control of the leg.
Smith looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Smith's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#KD#
Colombo lands a left and a right that sends Smith crashing to the canvas! Colombo dives into mount looking to finish!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#ES2#
Smith bucks Colombo off and manages to get back to his feet! #CL2#
Smith drives through and clinches with Colombo against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Colombo scores with a nice hook to the head.#T3#
Colombo can't find room to land a body shot as Smith controls the action.
Colombo prevents a takedown attempt there.
Franco Colombo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Smith.
Colombo prevents the takedown attempt.
Colombo looking to throw knees to the head but Smith is blocking nicely.
Colombo scores with a shot to the side of Smith's head.
Smith lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Colombo.
Smith is working for takedown but Colombo is calmly controlling the position for now.
Colombo throws a head punch that misses.
Colombo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD2#
Smith gets control of Colombo's arms and successfully pulls guard. Smith will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Smith has his hands on Colombo's head, controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Smith bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Colombo's guard. #REVB#
Smith tries to free his leg and advance position but Colombo is retaining full guard.
Smith stays in close to Colombo's body and controls the position.
Colombo on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Colombo tries to get out of the position.
Smith slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Smith tries to move to mount but Colombo blocks the move with his legs.
Smith trying to control the action but Colombo is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Franco Colombo dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Smith clinches. #TD2#
Smith has hold of one of Colombo's legs. Colombo is fighting the takedown attempt but Smith gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Smith showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Colombo working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Smith thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Colombo keeping full guard, as Smith tries to pass.
Colombo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Smith's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Smith wants to pass the guard but Colombo is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Colombo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A jab from Colombo finds it's way through Smith's defenses. #KD#
Colombo lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Smith sprawling to the canvas. Colombo follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Smith hang on?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Colombo is looking to pass Smith's guard but actually Smith recovers to full guard.
Smith throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
#T2#
Smith lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Smith's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Smith is looking to work some ground and pound but Colombo has wrist control.
Colombo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Colombo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Smith on the ground.
Smith tries to free his leg and advance position but Colombo is retaining full guard.
Smith sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3#
Colombo keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully.
Smith postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Smith stopping the sweep attempt from Colombo.
Smith in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Smith moves into range and clinches up with Colombo.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Colombo prevents the takedown attempt.
Colombo tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Smith avoids it.
Colombo tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Colombo pushes off an throws an elbow but Smith leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Colombo is working for takedown but Smith is calmly controlling the position for now.
Smith has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Colombo is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Smith takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Colombo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Smith looking for a takedown.
Franco Colombo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Smith.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smith has Colombo pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Colombo manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Colombo has a couple of punches blocked by Smith.
Colombo misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Smith.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Franco Colombo dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Smith uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Colombo.
Smith fails with the takedown.
Franco Colombo is winning the standup battle so far.
Smith fails to land the takedown.#CL2#
Colombo tries to keep at a distance but Smith has taken the fight into the clinch.
Colombo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Smith is defending well for now.#TD2#
Smith turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Smith manages to end up in side control.#ES#
Colombo sneaks out the side door and pushes Smith away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Colombo misses with a hook. Smith ducked under it nicely.
Colombo lands a jab to Smith's midsection.#KD#
Colombo sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Smith to the ground! Colombo dives into full mount looking to finish!
Colombo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smith can do to turn this around?#T1#
Smith tries to hold on but Colombo postures up.
Smith might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Colombo haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Colombo lands a nice shot to the head.
Smith really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Colombo avoids the attempt from Smith to control.
Colombo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Smith is looking to escape.
Colombo lands a big elbow. #T2#
Smith is trying desperately to improve position.
Colombo putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Colombo wants to control the pace but Smith is squirming around nicely.
Colombo with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Smith tries to hold on but Colombo pushes him away.
Colombo in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Smith working to try and regain half guard.
#T3#
Colombo trying to control but Smith is having none of it.
Smith really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Smith is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Smith bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Smith stopping the sweep attempt from Colombo.#T4#
Colombo keeping full guard, as Smith tries to pass.
Colombo keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully.
Smith showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Franco Colombo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Smith trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Franco Colombo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Colombo, 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 George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Franco Colombo!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 07, 2016 |
#R1#
Colombo connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nice shot by Colombo.
Colombo connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Jane throws out a loose jab but Colombo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Colombo throws an off balance right hand
and Jane counters with a two punch combo.
Colombo fails to land the takedown.
As Colombo backs off Jane throws a huge counter combo but Colombo manages to avoid it all.#CL2#
Jane clinches up against the cage.
Colombo pressing his opponent against the cage.
Colombo misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Jane.
Colombo tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Colombo is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Colombo misses with a knee strike.
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!
Jane taking a breather.#T1#
A body shot lands from Colombo.
Colombo with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Colombo can't get the takedown.
Colombo is struggling to control the position.
Colombo stops a takedown attempt from Jane.
Jane has Colombo pressed against the cage.
Colombo looking to slow down the pace here.
Jane wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Colombo pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Jane is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Colombo is defending well.
Colombo using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Jane has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
#T2#
Colombo trying to stall but Jane improves his position.
#BC#
Colombo manages to break the clinch.
No luck for Jane with that takedown attempt.
Franco Colombo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tom Jane.#CL2#
Jane has Colombo up against the cage in a clinch.
Colombo throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Jane blocks it with crossed arms.
Jane jumps guard but Colombo stands there with Jane around his waist. Jane gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Colombo misses with a knee to the head.
Colombo misses with a knee strike.
Colombo throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Colombo breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Jane clinches up against the cage.#T3#
Jane looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Jane is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Jane blocks the elbow strike.
A short right from Colombo on the inside.
Colombo misses with a knee strike.
Jane drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Colombo gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Colombo looks to throw an elbow but misses.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Colombo takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Jane blocks the elbow strike.
Colombo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Colombo connects with a nasty looking knee right to Jane's face.
Jane slowing the pace effectively.#T4#
Jane blocks an elbow strike.
Colombo tries a knee to the head but Jane blocks it.
Colombo looking to throw knees to the head but Jane is blocking nicely.
Colombo tries to land a knee to the head but Jane blocks with his arms.
Colombo gets underhooks to prevent Jane's takedown attempt.
Jane blocks an elbow strike.#BC#
Colombo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Colombo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Colombo throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CUT#
It looks like Tom Jane has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Colombo displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jane. #KD#
Colombo drops his shoulder and cracks Jane with a huge uppercut! Jane goes down! Can Colombo finish him?
Jane looking to hit a scissor sweep but Colombo is one step ahead there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Franco Colombo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tom Jane's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Jane uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Colombo.
Jane throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Colombo's waist but Colombo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jane off to one side.
Jane slaps away a takedown attempt from Colombo, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Jane tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Colombo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jane lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#KD#
A head kick lands from Colombo that sends Jane to the canvas. Jane tries to scramble back to his feet but Colombo brings him back down into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
You can see the frustration on Jane's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Colombo is working Jane over with some ground and pound from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jane is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Colombo is looking to pass Jane's guard but actually Jane recovers to full guard.
Jane tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Jane has his hands on Colombo's head, controlling the position. #SUB2#
Jane looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Colombo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jane is keeping the position for now.
Colombo being controlled here momentarily.
Colombo forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Colombo is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Jane defends it well. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Jane is trying to stand.
Colombo is looking to take a break and control but Jane is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Colombo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jane can do to turn this around?
Jane trying to control from the bottom.
Jane works his way to full guard. Good work.
Jane looking for a sweep. Not yet Jane, not yet.
Jane keeping moving, preventing Colombo from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jane looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Colombo connects with a right hand. Jane shakes it off.#T3##KD#
Colombo throws a head kick that lands with a deafening thwack! The crowd roars as Jane stumbles backwards and falls to the mat. Colombo follows into mount!
Colombo tries to control but Jane wriggling away.
Jane really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Colombo trying to control but Jane is having none of it.
Jane working to try and regain half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Colombo trying to control but Jane is having none of it. #T4#
Jane tries to hold on but Colombo pushes him away.
Colombo working the ground and pound effectively.
Jane tries to hold on but Colombo postures up.
Colombo trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Jane is trying to escape the mount but Colombo keeps good control and instead manages to take Jane's back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Franco Colombo dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Tom Jane's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##KD#
Colombo cracks Jane with a big right hand and Jane goes down!
Jane seems keen to control Colombo's posture.
Colombo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Jane on the ground.
Jane is continuing to stall.
Jane looking to control.
Colombo wants to pass the guard but Jane is keeping the position.
Jane is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Colombo looking to pass the guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T1##SUB#
Colombo drops back, looking for a kneebar! Jane looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Jane looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Jane! #REVB#
Jane throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Colombo is looking for a sweep.
Jane wants to control but Colombo is keeping him busy.
Colombo is trying to control Jane's posture but Jane avoids it. #SU2#
Jane decides to stand back up. #T2#
Colombo tries a head kick but it misses.
Jane blocks a head kick by Colombo.
Jane shapes to counter with a head kick.
Jane lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#CL2#
Jane fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Colombo, pushing him back against the cage.
Colombo goes for a takedown in the clinch but Jane prevents it.
Colombo dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Jane is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Colombo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC#
Colombo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T3#
Colombo misses with a hook to the body
and Jane connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Colombo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Colombo throws a series of punches but Jane moves out of range.
Colombo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A head kick misses from Colombo.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jane closes the distance and clinches up with Colombo, looking for a takedown. Jane pushes Colombo against the cage but Colombo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jane closes this distance looking for a takedown but Colombo circles away.
Franco Colombo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tom Jane.
Colombo lands a two punch combo.
Colombo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Jane fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Colombo, pushing him back against the cage.#T4#
Jane is trying to drag Colombo to the mat but Colombo just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Jane tries to break free but Colombo pushes him back against the cage.
Jane lands a shoulder strike.
Colombo misses with some punches.
Colombo throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Colombo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Jane is defending well for now.#BC#
Colombo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Colombo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jane circles away.
Franco Colombo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#CL2#
Jane moves into range and clinches up with Colombo.
Jane has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Colombo avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Colombo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tom Jane has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jane tries to land knees in the clinch but Colombo avoids the damage to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Franco Colombo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Colombo has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Franco Colombo!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 04, 2016 |
#R1##CL2#
Lee pushes Colombo up against the cage in a clinch.
Colombo missing with knees to the body.
Colombo tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Lee avoids the elbow strike from Colombo, against the cage.
Lee blocks an elbow strike from Colombo.
#TD2#
Lee successfully pulls guard.
Colombo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lee swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Lee working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Colombo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Lee is tightening it up a little... Colombo has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Colombo reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Colombo taps out! Nice BJJ there by Lee!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Thomas Lee!
A very excited looking Thomas Lee made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 27, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
Vatanen darts in and clinches Colombo up against the cage.
Colombo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Colombo being controlled against the cage.#BC#
Vatanen breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Vatanen gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Vatanen just leaning against Colombo, taking a breather.
Colombo trying to land knees to the body.
Colombo misses with an elbow strike.
#BC#
Vatanen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Vatanen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Vatanen or perhaps it was just good defense by Colombo, which made it look bad.
Colombo stuffs the takedown attempt from Vatanen. Vatanen gets slowly back to his feet.
Colombo misses with a head kick.
#TD#
Vatanen drives through with a takedown into Colombo's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T1#
Vatanen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Colombo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Colombo looks winded!
Vatanen wants to stand but Colombo is controlling his posture from full guard.
Vatanen passes Colombo's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vatanen performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Vatanen thows a huge punch but Colombo dodges it nicely.
Still in half guard, Vatanen seems content to control.
Vatanen seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Colombo for as long as he can get away with.
Vatanen is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Colombo reverses the position - he's now on top in Vatanen's guard.
Vatanen controls Colombo momentarily but Colombo frees himself.
Colombo stops Vatanen from standing up. #T3#
Colombo looking to pass the guard.
Vatanen wants to get back to his feet but Colombo is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Vatanen has Colombo pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB#
Vatanen working for submissions but it's allowed Colombo to get to half guard.
Vatanen wants to improve his position but Colombo is controlling well.
Vatanen is looking to escape.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Vatanen is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Colombo's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Colombo's back!
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Vatanen punches the canvas rather than the man.
Colombo trying to control the position but Vatanen manages to sink in the hooks.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vatanen biding his time, controlling Colombo. #SUB#
Vatanen has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jarko Vatanen dominated that round.
That's time! Vatanen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Vatanen slips under a jab from Colombo.
Vatanen has his takedown stuffed
and Colombo counters with a straight right hand.
Vatanen jabs at Colombo's body.
Vatanen shoots in for a takedown but Colombo shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Colombo throws a big counter head kick but Vatanen avoids it with no problem.#CL#
Vatanen moves into the clinch.
Vatanen scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Vatanen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD#
Vatanen closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Vatanen wants to take a breather but Colombo is having none of it.
Colombo is looking to improve his position.
Vatanen performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Colombo is breathing heavily.#T1#
Vatanen looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Colombo with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Vatanen missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Vatanen content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Vatanen is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Colombo still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Colombo has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Vatanen is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Vatanen is trying to control Colombo's posture but Colombo avoids it.
Vatanen knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Colombo on the ground.
Vatanen is trying to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vatanen manages to get back to half guard.
Vatanen on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Vatanen tries to get out of the position.
Vatanen is trying to control but Colombo manages to pass to mount!
Vatanen is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Vatanen squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Vatanen bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T3#
Vatanen stays in close to Colombo's body and controls the position.
Vatanen throws a big elbow that misses.
Vatanen trying to control the position from guard on top but Colombo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vatanen looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Vatanen works over Colombo with some ground and pound from guard.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Vatanen trying to control the position from guard on top but Colombo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vatanen controls from within his opponent's guard.
Vatanen trying to control the position from guard on top but Colombo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vatanen is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Colombo is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jarko Vatanen dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Vatanen closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Vatanen trying to control the action but Colombo is working from the bottom.
The strikes coming from Vatanen are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #SU#
Vatanen decides to stand back up. #CL#
Vatanen has taken the fight to the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Vatanen pulls guard effortlessly.
Vatanen is trying to control the position but Colombo postures up. #SUB#
Vatanen has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Colombo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Colombo thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Colombo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Vatanen controls Colombo momentarily but Colombo frees himself.
Vatanen has his hands on Colombo's head, controlling the position.
Vatanen is trying to control the position but Colombo postures up.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Vatanen pulls Colombo in close to his closed guard and prevents Colombo from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Colombo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Colombo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Colombo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vatanen half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Colombo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vatanen.
Vatanen scores with a three punch combo!
#TD#
Colombo gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Vatanen looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3#
Colombo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Vatanen wants to stand but Colombo is controlling his posture from full guard.
Jarko Vatanen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SU#
Vatanen gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Vatanen closes the distance and clinches up with Colombo, looking for a takedown. Vatanen pushes Colombo against the cage but Colombo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Colombo throws a shot from downtown. Vatanen moves away and avoids it.
It looked like Vatanen was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Vatanen staying out of range there.
Vatanen went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#TD#
Vatanen closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Colombo to the mat! Colombo manages to get full guard.
Vatanen trying to stand up but can't free himself from Colombo's guard.
Jarko Vatanen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Colombo keeping moving, preventing Vatanen from controlling successfully.
Vatanen won't allow Colombo to sweep him here.
Franco Colombo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vatanen wants to control from the top but Colombo keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vatanen wants to stand but Colombo has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jarko Vatanen showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Vatanen, 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jarko Vatanen!
A very excited looking Jarko Vatanen made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 22, 2016 |
#R1#
Colombo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Colombo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Leonidas.
A jab from Leonidas finds it's way through Colombo's defenses.
A swing and a miss from Colombo.
Leonidas fakes the leg kick and cracks Colombo in the body.
Leonidas lands a head kick!
A head kick from Leonidas lands but Colombo takes it in his stride.
Leonidas lands with a kick to the temple. Colombo shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Leonidas blocks a head kick by Colombo.
Leonidas is looking for the big counter here.
Colombo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Colombo blocks a head kick by Leonidas.
Colombo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Leonidas shapes to counter with a head kick.
Colombo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Colombo throws a body shot but no joy.
Colombo throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Leonidas's head.
Colombo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Leonidas pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T1#
A head kick by Leonidas misses
and Colombo counters with a stiff right hand. #CL2#
Leonidas moves into range and clinches up with Colombo.
Colombo looking to throw knees to the head but Leonidas is blocking nicely.
Leonidas lands with a short shot to the head.
Leonidas lands with a left to the head.
A short left from Leonidas.
Colombo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Leonidas scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Leonidas with a knee to the head.
#ROC2#
Colombo is rocked!
Colombo wants a takedown but no success here.
Oh Colombo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Leonidas connects with a knee to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Leonidas lands a nice shot to the body.
Colombo tries to land a knee to the head but Leonidas blocks with his arms.
Colombo is breathing heavily.
A short right from Leonidas.
With the fighters up against the cage, Colombo throws an elbow but misses.
Leonidas lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Leonidas lands a knee to the body.
A right hand to the body from Leonidas.
Leonidas landing knees to the head.
A short right from Leonidas on the inside.
Leonidas dips a shoulder and cracks Colombo with a mighty uppercut! Colombo falls back against the cage and Leonidas unloads with a barrage of strikes! Colombo is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Leonidas screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Achilles Leonidas!
Post fight, Achilles Leonidas stared into the camera and said 'I want to thank my sponsors and all of my fans! My goal every show is to give the crowd an exciting fight. One day I will become Champion!!thanks spartan nutrition for making me healthy!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 17, 2016 |
#R1#
Beddo sizes up Colombo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Colombo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Beddo throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Sloppy strikes from Beddo. Those never looked like landing.
Philo Beddo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Beddo lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Colombo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Beddo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Colombo scrambles back to his feet.
Beddo lands a jab to the nose.
Beddo connects with a single shot there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Colombo tries to clinch but Beddo moves out of range.
Beddo moves out of range as Colombo strikes.
Colombo takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#ROC2#
Colombo is rocked!
Colombo is breathing heavily.
Beddo throws a perfectly timed hook that sends Colombo crashing down! Colombo tries to stagger back to his feet but Beddo just hammers him until the ref stops the fight! A confused Colombo asks the ref what just happened. Poor fella.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Philo Beddo!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 13, 2016 |
#R1#
Appi tries to bum rush Colombo with a series of wild strikes but Colombo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Colombo lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Colombo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Colombo swings away with a body shot that misses
and Appi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Appi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Colombo's head.
Appi throws a head kick but Colombo moves out of range.
Appi misses with a double jab.
Appi connects with the punch.
Appi lands a jab to the head.
Colombo plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Colombo misses with a straight left.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice shot by Appi.
Appi throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Colombo.
Colombo doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Appi counters with a straight right hand.
Appi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Colombo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Colombo misses with a hook
and Appi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A head kick misses from Colombo. #T1#
Colombo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nice takedown defense from Appi. No joy for Colombo on that attempt.
Appi throws a big counter head kick but Colombo avoids it with no problem.
Appi lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Colombo falls backwards - clearly groggy! Appi dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hervoton Appi!
An out of breath Hervoton Appi thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 18, 2016 |
#R1#
Colombo throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Hammer's head.#CUT2#
It looks like Yosh Hammer has been cut.
Hammer shoots in looking for a takedown but Colombo manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hammer's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Colombo lands a jab to Hammer's midsection.
Hammer throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Colombo.
Hammer fails to land the takedown.
Hammer throws a series of strikes that have Colombo backpedaling.
Colombo slaps away a takedown attempt from Hammer, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Colombo wants to counter the offense by Hammer and move into the clinch position.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yosh Hammer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Colombo scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Colombo feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hammers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Colombo feints a jab and as Hammer dips his head, Colombo unleashes a brutal head kick that catches Hammer right on the jaw! Timbeeer! Hammer falls backwards in slow motion, only propped up by the cage! Colombo smiles a psychotic smile as he stares down his unconscious opponent. That is a scary man.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Franco Colombo!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 04, 2016 |
#R1#
Colombo fails in his attempt to clinch.
A shot to the liver by Colombo. Beautiful body shot.
TupperII looks winded!
Colombo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by TupperII.
Colombo throws a hook to the side of TupperII's head but TupperII sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Colombo shoots in for a double leg but TupperII sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
TupperII fails with a takedown attempt.
A big right from Colombo misses.
TupperII shoots in but no luck this time.
Colombo thinks about countering with a head kick.
TupperII shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Colombo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#
It looks like Bobby TupperII has been cut.
Franco Colombo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby TupperII.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Colombo shoots in and drives through. TupperII sprawls well.
TupperII avoids the head kick by Colombo.
TupperII blocks a head kick by Colombo.
A jab from Colombo misses.
TupperII darts in looking for a takedown but Colombo gets double underhooks and turns TupperII into the cage. #TD2#
TupperII shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Colombo napping and manages to drive through into side control!#T1##SUB2#
TupperII is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Colombo has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Colombo is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Colombo is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked TupperII off and has taken his back!#SUB#
TupperII is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB#
Colombo working for the choke. #SUB#
Colombo is persistently looking for the submission but TupperII is defending it well.
Colombo is looking to finish with some ground and pound!#T2#
TupperII tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
TupperII is looking to get to half guard.#SUB#
Colombo working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
TupperII sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Colombo is trying to control the action in half guard but TupperII is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
TupperII moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Colombo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. TupperII swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Colombo wants to control from the top but TupperII keeps moving. #T3#
Colombo keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of TupperII's head.
TupperII is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Colombo is trying to control but can't.
Colombo is refusing to be controlled, as TupperII sits in half guard.
Colombo trying to control but TupperII postures up.
TupperII wants to pass the guard but Colombo is defending well. #SUB2#
Colombo is defending against the submission attempts here by TupperII.
Colombo tries to roll over but TupperII keeps him under control.
Colombo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for TupperII on the ground.#T4#
TupperII is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Colombo is trying to get back to full guard.
Colombo keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
TupperII drops an elbow to the side of Colombo's head. #SUB2#
TupperII trying to work for an americana but Colombo has managed to regain full guard.
TupperII trying to control but Colombo is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Franco Colombo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Bobby TupperII's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Colombo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
TupperII doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Colombo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Colombo scoring well with a low kick there.
#KD#
A head kick lands from Colombo that sends TupperII to the canvas. TupperII tries to scramble back to his feet but Colombo brings him back down into side control. #ROC#
TupperII is rocked!
Bobby TupperII has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Colombo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
TupperII is still in real trouble! Can Colombo finish him?
Colombo will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Colombo cracks TupperII with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Colombo immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! TupperII is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Colombo!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Franco Colombo!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 01, 2016 |
#R1#
Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from Colombo! Liddell is out on his feet! Colombo rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - Liddell is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! Liddell is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Franco Colombo!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 24, 2016 |
#R1#
Colombo connects with a body shot that sends Sackett's belly button to the back.
Colombo misses with a looping left.
Sackett swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Donk. Sackett catches Colombo right on the button with a cross.
Colombo throws a body shot but no joy.
Sackett throws a hook to the side of Colombo's head but Colombo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Colombo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sackett keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Colombo.
Sackett is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Sackett scores with a nice right hand.
A big right from Colombo misses.
Sackett 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.
Colombo throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#KD#
and Sackett counters with a crisp right hand that drops Colombo! Sackett lets Colombo back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#
Colombo is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sackett cracks Colombo with a left hook right on the temple and Colombo goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Sackett lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully Colombo is OK!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Falcon Sackett!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 19, 2016 |
#R1#
Colombo throws a series of punches but Moco avoids them all with ease.
A big left from Moco misses.
Colombo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Moco's head backwards.#CUT2#
It looks like Lonje Moco has been cut.
Moco really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Colombo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Moco swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Nice jab there from Colombo.
Colombo throws a sloppy head kick and Moco moves out of range easily.
Moco was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Colombo thuds his right hand into Moco's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Colombo throws a head kick that misses.
Colombo throws a head kick that misses.
Colombo throws a looping overhand right but Moco ducks down to avoid it.
Moco is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Colombo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Colombo throws a head kick that misses.
Colombo fails to land with a series of punches.
Colombo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Moco moves away.#T1#
A head kick misses from Colombo.
Moco takes one on the button.
Colombo doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Moco counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Moco.
Colombo tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Colombo misses with a knee strike.
Colombo with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Colombo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Moco is defending well for now.
Moco avoids a wild elbow strike from Colombo.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Colombo misses with a knee to the head.
Colombo throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Moco blocks it with crossed arms.
Moco is leaning against Colombo and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T2#
Colombo throws an elbow but it misses.
Colombo tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Colombo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Colombo with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#TD#
Colombo is fighting off a takedown attempt but Moco is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Colombo to the mat. Colombo regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Colombo can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Moco controls the pace.
Moco won't allow Colombo to sweep him here.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Colombo can do anything to dispel that myth.
Colombo is trying to keep Moco in close.
Moco controlling from the top position. #T3#
Colombo looking to control.
Moco looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Moco'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.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Colombo changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Moco tries to avoid it but Colombo manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Moco to the ground. Moco escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Colombo throws a lazy head kick
and Moco counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Colombo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Moco fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Colombo lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Colombo ducks under a wild hook from Moco.
Colombo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Colombo lands a head kick!
#CUT2#
Lonje Moco's cut is getting worse.
Colombo throws a sloppy head kick and Moco moves out of range easily.
Moco works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL#
Moco has Colombo up against the cage in a clinch.
Colombo misses with an elbow over the top.
Moco blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Franco Colombo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lonje Moco's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Moco takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Colombo misses with a head kick.
#CL#
Colombo tries to keep at a distance but Moco has taken the fight into the clinch.
Colombo can't break the clinch.
Colombo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Moco looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Colombo missing with knees to the body.
Moco stops a takedown attempt from Colombo.
Colombo tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Colombo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T1#
Moco avoids a wild elbow strike from Colombo.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Moco avoids the elbow strike from Colombo, against the cage.
Colombo trying to land knees to the body.
Moco tries to throw a body punch but Colombo avoids it by throwing Moco back against the cage.
Colombo connects with a nasty looking knee right to Moco's face.
Moco digs a right hand underneath Colombo's ribcage. Colombo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Moco pushes Colombo back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Colombo throws an elbow but it misses.
Moco avoids the elbow strike from Colombo, against the cage.
Colombo throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Moco blocks the elbow strike.
#T2#
Colombo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Colombo throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Moco goes for a takedown attempt but Colombo pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Colombo clinches with his opponent.
Colombo trying to control the position but instead, Moco has worked for underhooks and has pushed Colombo into the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
With the fighters up against the cage, Colombo throws an elbow but misses.
Moco blocks a body shot from Colombo.
Moco is working for takedown but Colombo is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lonje Moco. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Colombo can't break the clinch.
Colombo throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Moco blocks it with crossed arms.
Moco blocks the elbow strike.
Colombo has had enough of the clinch but Moco keeps him there for the moment.
Moco wants to get back to striking at distance but Colombo won't allow it.
Colombo with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Colombo content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Colombo tries to land knees in the clinch but Moco avoids the damage to the body.
Moco can't break the clinch.
#TD#
Moco drags the fight down to the ground.
Colombo wants to pass the guard but Moco is keeping the position.
Moco managing to control the position. #T4#
Colombo trying to control but Moco is working from the bottom.
Moco controlling the position.
Moco keeping moving, preventing Colombo from controlling successfully.
Colombo wants to pass the guard but Moco is keeping the position.
Colombo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Moco controlling the position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Franco Colombo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Lonje Moco's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Colombo works Moco's body with a nice hook.
A head kick by Colombo misses #CL#
and Moco counters by moving into the clinch.
Moco prevents the takedown attempt.
Colombo missing with knees to the body.
Colombo tries to land knees in the clinch but Moco avoids the damage to the body.
Colombo misses with a knee to the head.
Moco blocks an uppercut.
Moco is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Colombo gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moco lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Colombo tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Moco avoids it.
Colombo is looking to control Moco's arms but Moco gets an underhook and turns him. Now Colombo has his back to the cage.
Moco is trying to push Colombo away but Colombo has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T1#
Moco has Colombo pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Colombo manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Colombo misses with a knee strike.
Franco Colombo seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Colombo working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Moco is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lonje Moco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Colombo tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Moco lands a hook that snaps the head of Colombo backwards. #TD#
Moco ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Moco no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Moco holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Moco escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Colombo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
Colombo is looking to advance position but Moco has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Colombo is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Colombo is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Moco looking to finish Colombo with some ground and pound. This is bad for Colombo!#SUB#
Moco working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Moco controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Colombo is trying desperately to improve position.
Franco Colombo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Moco lands a big elbow.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lonje Moco showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Colombo 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Franco Colombo!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Colombo stuffs the takedown.
Karlsson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Karlsson is breathing heavily.
Karlsson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Colombo throws a head kick but Karlsson moves out of range.
Colombo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Karlsson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Colombo.
Karlsson blocks a head kick by Colombo.
Karlsson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Karlsson avoids the head kick by Colombo.
#TD2#
Colombo shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Colombo seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Karlsson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Colombo is pressing down on Karlsson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Karlsson is holding on for now.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Colombo wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Colombo is looking to advance position but Karlsson won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Colombo is nestled in close to Karlsson, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Karlsson is staying active underneath Colombo, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Colombo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Karlsson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Colombo not doing much here.
Colombo is looking to take a break and control but Karlsson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Colombo looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Karlsson is holding on to half guard well.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Colombo is working for a kimura but Karlsson is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Karlsson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Colombo trying to control the position from guard on top but Karlsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Colombo controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Karlsson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Colombo trying to control the position from guard on top but Karlsson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Colombo not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Colombo scores with a hook to the body. Karlsson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Karlsson ducks under a wild hook from Colombo.
Karlsson fails with a takedown attempt.
Colombo throws a head kick that misses.
Colombo scores with a nice head shot.
Colombo scores with a three punch combo!
Karlsson avoids the head kick by Colombo.
Colombo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#ROC2#
Karlsson is rocked!#T4#
Colombo misses with a straight right.
Oh Karlsson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Colombo fakes the leg kick and throws a superman punch. It's knocked Karlsson out cold! Brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Franco Colombo!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 30, 2016 |
#R1#
Colombo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ballinger moves out of range as Colombo strikes.
Ballinger scoring well with a low kick there.
#CL#
Ballinger has Colombo up against the cage in a clinch.
Ballinger presses Colombo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Ballinger lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ballinger lands a body shot.
Colombo trying to land knees to the body.
Ballinger scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ballinger.
Colombo throws a knee to the head but misses.
A hook to the body from Ballinger.
I was talking to Ballinger's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Ballinger lands with a left to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Colombo looking for a takedown.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ballinger.
A right handed body shot lands from Ballinger.
Colombo looks winded!
Ballinger makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ballinger lands with a short shot to the head.
Ballinger lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ballinger.#ROC#
Colombo is rocked!#T1#
A hook to the body from Ballinger.
Colombo is still on wobbly legs! Can Ballinger finish him?
Ballinger unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Colombo! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Ballinger is unloading with more strikes now! Colombo drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ryan Ballinger!
Ryan Ballinger bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 15, 2016 |
#R1#
Colombo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bowman is out of range.
Bowman changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Colombo feints and then cracks Bowman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bowman down.
Colombo misses with a looping right.
Bowman is looking for the big counter here.
Bowman has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Bowman throws a right hand that Colombo ducks under and follows up with a left that Colombo also avoids with ease.
Bowman just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromColombo.
A punch lands to the side of Bowman 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CUT#
It looks like Casey Bowman has been cut.
Colombo misses with a hook
and Bowman makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Colombo really felt that one!
Bowman staying out of range there.
Bowman throws a right hand that Colombo ducks under and follows up with a left that Colombo also avoids with ease.
Colombo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bowman's corner calls for a 1-2. Bowman obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #TD2#
Bowman scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Colombo tries to bench press Bowman off him but Bowman keeps the position.
Bowman scoring with punches and elbows. #SUB2#
Bowman in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Colombo is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Casey Bowman!
Casey Bowman seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 28, 2016 |
#R1#
McCracken with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#KD2#
Oooooh!!! McCracken has knocked Colombo down with a huge combo! McCracken steps away and waves a wobbly Colombo back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
A decent looking body kick lands there for McCracken.
Colombo has a takedown stuffed.#CL2#
McCracken has taken the fight to the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCracken lands a damaging elbow.
McCracken lands with a short head shot on the inside.
McCracken controlling the action here for a moment.
Colombo with a knee to the head.
McCracken avoiding damage.
McCracken stalling the fight.
McCracken blocks the elbow strike.
A knee to the head by McCracken.
#T1#
McCracken landing knees to the body.
McCracken working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Colombo takes a knee to the side of the body.
Colombo is trying to push McCracken away but McCracken has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
McCracken dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
McCracken lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
McCracken's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McCracken, as that shot connected.
McCracken walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Colombo drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! McCracken swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Colombo's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Paul McCracken!
After the fight, Paul McCracken was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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