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Event:
FSF 13: Life
Date: Oct 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Weatherspoon takes one on the button.
Weatherspoon shoots in looking for a takedown. Booster tries to sprawl out of it but Weatherspoon keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Booster manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Weatherspoon 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.
Booster connects with a good right hand that stumbles Weatherspoon. Weatherspoon circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Booster scores with a sloppy right hand. Weatherspoon should have avoided that one.
A shot to the liver by Booster. Beautiful body shot.
Weatherspoon takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Booster throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Weatherspoon throws a head kick that misses.
Booster with a hook.
Booster scores with a jab to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Booster scores with a decent looking hook.#ROC2#
Weatherspoon is rocked!
Weatherspoon circles to his right, straight into a beautiful hook by Booster. Weatherspoon falls face first into the canvas - great knockout victory for Booster!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ryan Booster!
A victorious Ryan Booster thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Marquan Weatherspoon was interviewed post fight and said 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.
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Event:
FSF 7: Valhalla
Date: Sep 22, 2017 |
#R1#
Weatherspoon closes the distance but Williams moves to the side
and Williams counters with a left to the body.
Williams is looking to slow Weatherspoon down with leg kicks.
Williams has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Weatherspoon is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Weatherspoon dives in for a single leg takedown but Williams sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Weatherspoon shoots in for a double leg but Williams sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Weatherspoon is looking to clinch.
Weatherspoon has his takedown stuffed
letting Williams counter with a right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marquan Weatherspoon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Weatherspoon closes this distance looking for a takedown but Williams circles away.
Weatherspoon swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Williams counters with a straight right hand.
Williams blocks a head kick by Weatherspoon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Williams scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Weatherspoon takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Weatherspoon tries to close the distance and clinch up but Williams swats him away and circles back towards the center.
It's a brutal combination of punches from Williams! Weatherspoon is backing up but he can't get away as Williams lands with one final shot to the jaw that drops Weatherspoon and ends the fight. Great knockout.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Deshaun Williams!
Deshaun Williams took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'https://soundcloud.com/spinmanfinn'.
The defeated Marquan Weatherspoon had this to say: 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.
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Event:
FSF 5: World
Date: Sep 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Weatherspoon wants to clinch up but Williams keeps it at a distance.
Weatherspoon throws a sloppy head kick and Williams moves out of range easily.
Weatherspoon fails with the takedown
and Williams counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Weatherspoon thinking.
Good standup being displayed there by Williams as he connects with a hook.
Weatherspoon wants to clinch.
Weatherspoon throws a left and a right that both miss
and Williams counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Weatherspoon dives in and grabs Williams's left leg, looking for a takedown. Williams pushes down on Weatherspoon's head and hops out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Williams throws out a powerful jab.
Weatherspoon will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Deshaun Williams has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marquan Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon misses with a head kick.
Marquan Weatherspoon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Weatherspoon wants to clinch
and Williams connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Weatherspoon shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Williams counters with a body kick.
Weatherspoon shoots for a double leg takedown but Williams sprawls well. He's pushed Weatherspoon's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Deshaun Williams is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Williams ducks under a wild hook from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon shoots in but Williams avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Weatherspoon looks winded!
Williams digs a good hook to Weatherspoon's body.
Williams scores with a nice strike.#ROC#
Weatherspoon is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Marquan Weatherspoon has been cut.
Weatherspoon throws a sloppy head kick and Williams moves out of range easily.
Weatherspoon is still on wobbly legs! Can Williams finish him?
Weatherspoon doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Williams counters with a right hand from hell and Weatherspoon is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Deshaun Williams!
As Deshaun Williams got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: https://soundcloud.com/spinmanfinn'.
Marquan Weatherspoon spoke after the fight, saying 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.
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Event:
FSF 2: Face to Face
Date: Sep 02, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Weatherspoon bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Weatherspoon working the ground and pound.
Whittaker avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Weatherspoon tries to move to mount but Whittaker blocks the move with his legs.
Whittaker is trying to buck Weatherspoon off.
Weatherspoon lands some shots froms side control.
Weatherspoon lands a strong strike to the head of Whittaker. That's dazed him! Weatherspoon looking to finish here. Whittaker is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Weatherspoon lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marquan Weatherspoon!
Marquan Weatherspoon decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Angry Birds War 49
Date: Aug 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Whiston scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Whiston fails to land with a series of punches.
Whiston fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Weatherspoon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Whiston swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Weatherspoon counters with a series of strikes. Whiston will be more careful next time no doubt.
Whiston jabs at Weatherspoon's body.
Weatherspoon ducks right into an uppercut from Whiston.
A punch lands to the side of Weatherspoon 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Weatherspoon on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Whiston scores with a hook to the body. Weatherspoon takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Whiston scores with a shot to the body.
Whiston jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Weatherspoon 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.
Whiston throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Weatherspoon stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Weatherspoon takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Whiston rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Weatherspoon moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
Whiston clobbers Weatherspoon with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Whiston lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Weatherspoon at a distance.
Whiston stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Whiston lands a jab.
Whiston throws a right hand that Weatherspoon ducks under and follows up with a left that Weatherspoon also avoids with ease.
Weatherspoon tries to counter by clinching up but Whiston breaks away and moves out of range.
Whiston lands with a nice body punch.
Whiston jabs Weatherspoon to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Weatherspoon looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Weatherspoon moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Rupert Whiston seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Weatherspoon scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Weatherspoon is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Whiston has managed to free his arm - good work.
Whiston has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Weatherspoon is working away from the top position though.
Weatherspoon throwing shots but Whiston is blocking nicely.
Whiston tries to get to full guard but Weatherspoon has control of the leg.
Whiston is positioning himself well to prevent Weatherspoon advancing to mount.
Whiston regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Weatherspoon.
Whiston managing to control the position.
Whiston is continuing to stall.#T3#
Whiston wants to sweep but no luck.
Whiston looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Weatherspoon missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Weatherspoon working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Whiston looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Weatherspoon forces his way into half guard.
Whiston desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Weatherspoon throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Weatherspoon thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Whiston's head. #T4#
Whiston trying to hold on to Weatherspoon's head to control him but Weatherspoon postures up.
Weatherspoon wants to free his trapped foot but Whiston is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Weatherspoon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Whiston keeps working.
Whiston is trying to get back to full guard.
Whiston keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Whiston tries to roll over but Weatherspoon keeps him under control.
Weatherspoon scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Whiston gets back to full guard.
Whiston pulls Weatherspoon in close to prevent any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rupert Whiston dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Good shot there by Whiston.
Weatherspoon drops his hands momentarily and Whiston takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Whiston swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Whiston scores with a sloppy right hand. Weatherspoon should have avoided that one.
Weatherspoon blocks the body kick.
Whiston throws a head kick that Weatherspoon semi-blocks.
Whiston throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weatherspoon is looking to clinch.
Whiston bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Weatherspoon's head.
Whiston scores with a punch to the head.
Whiston lands a jab.#T1#
Whiston thows a body kick. Weatherspoon tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Rupert Whiston is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A decent looking cross lands there for Whiston.#ROC2#
Weatherspoon is rocked!
Whiston fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Weatherspoon to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Weatherspoon looks to clinch but Whiston throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Weatherspoon taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Rupert Whiston!
In defeat, Marquan Weatherspoon stepped up to the mic, saying 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.
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Event:
ABW36 Shingen - The Burninator
Date: Jun 27, 2017 |
#R1#
Bones lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT#
It looks like Marquan Weatherspoon has been cut.
Bones misses with a series of wild punches.
Weatherspoon goes for a double leg but Bones avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bones continues to drive forward.
Weatherspoon lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Bones backs up against the cage.
#CUT2#
It looks like Jon Bones has been cut.#CL2#
Weatherspoon rushes Bones and presses him up against the cage.
Weatherspoon takes an elbow to the temple.
Weatherspoon blocks the elbow strike.
Bones will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Weatherspoon up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Weatherspoon. #TD2#
Weatherspoon pulls guard successfully.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Weatherspoon tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Weatherspoon managing to control the position.
Bones controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Bones has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Weatherspoon will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Weatherspoon wants to stand and escape but Bones is having none of it. #SUB2#
Weatherspoon looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Weatherspoon controls Bones momentarily but Bones frees himself.
Weatherspoon has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Weatherspoon being controlled here, momentarily.
Weatherspoon 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.
Bones landing some decent shots from guard.
Bones is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bones is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Weatherspoon is looking for a triangle here but Bones uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Weatherspoon manages to work his way to half guard, despite Bones's best efforts.
Weatherspoon tries to roll over but Bones keeps him under control.
Weatherspoon trying to control from the bottom.
Weatherspoon taking some punishment here, with Bones in his half guard.
Weatherspoon trying to get back to full guard but Bones takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#SUB#
Weatherspoon tries to improve his position but Bones has taken his back! Bones has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Weatherspoon tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Bones pushes Weatherspoon away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jon Bones!
Marquan Weatherspoon spoke after the fight, saying 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.
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Event:
Angry Birds War 20
Date: May 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Fujita tries to score a power double leg takedown but Weatherspoon sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Fujita somewhat.#TD#
Weatherspoon feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Weatherspoon 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.
Weatherspoon advances to half guard.
Weatherspoon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Fujita tries to get to full guard but Weatherspoon has control of the leg. #SUB#
Weatherspoon seems to be working for a kimura but Fujita defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fujita has hold of Weatherspoon's hands but Weatherspoon slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Weatherspoon wants to control but Fujita is keeping him busy. #T1#
Weatherspoon lands strikes from half guard.
Weatherspoon working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Weatherspoon looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Weatherspoon throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Weatherspoon working over Fujita with some ground and pound. Fujita looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Weatherspoon winds up and cracks Fujita with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Weatherspoon seems to be working for a kimura but Fujita defends the submission attempt.
Weatherspoon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Fujita knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Weatherspoon lands a nice short elbow.
Fujita has hold of Weatherspoon's hands but Weatherspoon slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Weatherspoon lands a nice short elbow.
Weatherspoon trying to control the action but Fujita is working from the bottom. #SU#
Weatherspoon gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #T2##TD#
Weatherspoon gets the takedown into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Weatherspoon working the ground and pound from side control.#ROC#
Fujita is rocked!
Weatherspoon has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Fujita is still in real trouble! Can Weatherspoon finish him?
Fujita looks winded!
The referee warns Fujita that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Weatherspoon putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
A big strike lands for Weatherspoon! That's really hurt Fujita and he's turned his back - Weatherspoon keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Weatherspoon jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marquan Weatherspoon!
Marquan Weatherspoon opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.
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Event:
ABW Title Tour. QF 145 & 205
Date: May 05, 2017 |
#R1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Shark.
Weatherspoon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
Shark moves into the clinch successfully.
Weatherspoon is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Shark pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Shark blocks an elbow strike from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon wants to stall.
Shark stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Shark lands a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weatherspoon looking to slow down the pace here.
Shark working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Weatherspoon tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Shark cracks Weatherspoon with a nice body shot.#T1#
Shark stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#BC2#
Shark breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Weatherspoon gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Shark holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marquan Weatherspoon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Shark effectively controlling the action here.
Shark lands an uppercut.
Weatherspoon wants a takedown but no success here.
Weatherspoon fails to pull guard.
Shark avoids a wild elbow strike from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon tries for a takedown but Shark manages to get underhooks.
Shark lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T2#
Shark blocks a body shot from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon throws a head punch that misses.
Shark gets underhooks to prevent Weatherspoon's takedown attempt.
Weatherspoon tries to pull guard but Shark won't allow it.
A shot in the inside from Shark.
Weatherspoon is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#TD#
Weatherspoon gets control of Shark's arms and successfully pulls guard. Weatherspoon will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Weatherspoon throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Weatherspoon looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Shark wants to stand but Weatherspoon is controlling his posture from full guard. #T3#
Weatherspoon can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Shark controls the pace.
Shark won't allow Weatherspoon to sweep him here.
Weatherspoon controls Shark momentarily but Shark frees himself.
Shark is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Weatherspoon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Shark defends it easily.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#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.
Weatherspoon wants to clinch up but Shark keeps it at a distance.
A jab lands there for Shark.#TD#
Weatherspoon shoots in and bounces Shark off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Weatherspoon prevents Shark from getting back to his feet.
Shark working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon is looking to work some ground and pound but Shark has wrist control.
Shark controlling the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Weatherspoon throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Shark working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Weatherspoon.
Shark is controlling Weatherspoon's posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sharky Shark dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Shark moves into range and clinches up with Weatherspoon.
Shark stalling in the clinch.
Shark has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Weatherspoon connects with a knee to the head.
Weatherspoon goes for a takedown in the clinch but Shark prevents it.
Shark lands a body shot.
Shark stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Weatherspoon is trying to drag Shark to the mat but Shark just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shark blocks an uppercut.
#T1#
Weatherspoon can't find room to land a body shot as Shark controls the action.
#BC2#
Shark escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Shark lands with a nice body kick.
Shark lands a nice looking body kick.
Weatherspoon tries for a takedown but Shark circles away easily
and Shark counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marquan Weatherspoon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Shark bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Weatherspoon's head.
Shark lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Weatherspoon shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Shark counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Weatherspoon shoots in for a takedown but Shark shows good takedown defense.
Shark throws a right and a left that both miss.
Marquan Weatherspoon is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A good leg kick by Shark.
Shark lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Weatherspoon at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shark thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Weatherspoon if he has to take too many more of those.
Weatherspoon doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Shark counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Weatherspoon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Shark.
Shark dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Shark lands a nice shot to the body.
#T3#
Shark throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Weatherspoon throws a leg kick
and Shark counters with a one-two to the body.
Weatherspoon throws a leg kick but Shark sees it coming and moves out of range.
Weatherspoon takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Shark lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Shark dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sharky Shark is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Weatherspoon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Shark. Shark obviously looking to wear him down.
Jab from Shark.
Shark throws a leg kick which misses Weatherspoon's front leg but catches the back leg as Weatherspoon tries to avoid it. #T4#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Weatherspoon.
Shark lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shark 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.
Shark throws a series of punches but Weatherspoon moves out of range.
Weatherspoon changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Weatherspoon with a poor takedown
and Shark counters with a nice uppercut.
Shark jabs Weatherspoon to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Weatherspoon misses with a takedown
and Shark counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Weatherspoon thinking.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sharky Shark showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Weatherspoon takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A slapping body kick lands there for Shark.
Shark bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Weatherspoon's head.
Weatherspoon will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Weatherspoon with a lazy takedown attempt
and Shark counters with a left and a right that stings Weatherspoon. #CL2#
Shark closes the distance and clinches.
Weatherspoon tries to pull guard but Shark forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC2#
Shark escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slapping body kick lands there for Shark.
Nice sprawl there from Shark as Weatherspoon shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marquan Weatherspoon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Weatherspoon thows a leg kick but Shark checks it
letting Shark counter with a right hand. #T1#
Shark moves into range and connects with a jab.
Shark lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Weatherspoon attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Shark dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Shark lands a glancing blow to the side of Weatherspoon's head.
Weatherspoon shoots for a takedown but Shark saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Weatherspoon dives in for a single leg takedown but Shark sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Sharky Shark seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Shark looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Weatherspoon fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Shark counters by clinching up. #T2#
Weatherspoon misses with an elbow strike.
#BC2#
Shark breaks from the clinch.
Weatherspoon sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Weatherspoon tries to clinch up.#CL2#
Shark has Weatherspoon up against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
With the fighters up against the cage, Weatherspoon throws an elbow but misses.
Shark prevents a takedown attempt there.
Shark stops a takedown attempt from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon is looking for a takedown.#T3#
Weatherspoon has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Shark is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#BC2#
Shark escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Shark throws a nice looking combination but Weatherspoon bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Weatherspoon fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Shark counters by moving into the clinch.
Weatherspoon is trying to pull guard but Shark has him pressed against the cage.
Weatherspoon fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Shark keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Weatherspoon's efforts to push away.
Shark lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Weatherspoon tries to stall but Shark uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Shark stops a takedown attempt from Weatherspoon.
#T4#
Weatherspoon can't break the clinch.
Weatherspoon tries to circle away but Shark has him pinned against the cage.
Shark content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Shark lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Shark scores with a shoulder strike.
Weatherspoon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Weatherspoon is trying to pull guard but Shark turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Weatherspoon can't break the clinch.
Weatherspoon tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Shark smiles and moves away.
Weatherspoon chopping away at his opponent's legs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sharky Shark comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Shark 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 25:30
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 25:30
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sharky Shark!
A relieved looking Sharky Shark thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Marquan Weatherspoon stepped up to the mic, saying 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.
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Event:
Angry Birds War 4 -Hard Knocks
Date: Apr 14, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Cleveland shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Weatherspoon is trying to defend but Cleveland finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Weatherspoon 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.
Weatherspoon gets back to full guard.
Cleveland really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Weatherspoon. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Weatherspoon working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cleveland doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cleveland manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Weatherspoon is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Weatherspoon sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Cleveland defending well though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Weatherspoon connects with a nice short shot to Cleveland's temple.
Weatherspoon trying to control from half guard but Cleveland is working away.
Cleveland avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon drops an elbow to the side of Cleveland's head. #T1#
Weatherspoon looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Cleveland with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #CUT#
It looks like Normand Cleveland has been cut.
Weatherspoon throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
Weatherspoon is looking for a kimura here.
Weatherspoon missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Cleveland controlling the position well.
Weatherspoon thows a huge punch but Cleveland dodges it nicely.
Cleveland tries to get to full guard but Weatherspoon has control of the leg.
Cleveland has hold of Weatherspoon's hands but Weatherspoon slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Weatherspoon working over Cleveland with some ground and pound. Cleveland looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Weatherspoon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cleveland keeps working. #T2#
Cleveland 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.
Weatherspoon not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Cleveland is defending against the submission attempts here by Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon trying to control the action but Cleveland is working from the bottom. #SU#
Weatherspoon stands up and beckons Cleveland to join him on the feet. #TD#
Weatherspoon bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Weatherspoon throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Weatherspoon creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Cleveland sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Weatherspoon working the ground and pound but Cleveland is defending the strikes. #T3#
Cleveland is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Weatherspoon grinds an elbow into Cleveland's temple. #CUT#
That has opened up Normand Cleveland's cut even more.
Cleveland tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Weatherspoon wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Weatherspoon trying to control the action but Cleveland is working from the bottom.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Cleveland has eaten all the pies!
Weatherspoon cracks Cleveland with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Weatherspoon immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Cleveland is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Weatherspoon!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marquan Weatherspoon!
A very excited looking Marquan Weatherspoon 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: Mar 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Potku lands an overhand right.
A nice leg kick lands there from Potku.
Weatherspoon with a jab.
Potku connects with a leg kick. Weatherspoon looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Potku avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nice jab there from Potku.
Weatherspoon will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Weatherspoon takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Weatherspoon misses with a series of wild punches.
Weatherspoon has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Potku.
Weatherspoon throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Potku.
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!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Potku.
Weatherspoon throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Weatherspoon will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Potku 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.
Potku bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Potku throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Weatherspoon decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Potku's guard.
Weatherspoon missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Weatherspoon postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Weatherspoon throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Weatherspoon drops back looking for a leg! Potku is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Potku manages to kick Weatherspoon off! Weatherspoon jumps back into Potku's guard.
Potku avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2#
Weatherspoon keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Potku's head.#SUB2#
Weatherspoon drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Potku manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Weatherspoon has Potku in his guard.#REVR#
Weatherspoon 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.
Potku trying to control the position from guard on top but Weatherspoon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Potku looking to pass the guard.
Potku has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Weatherspoon is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Potku rolls with it to try and escape but Weatherspoon cranks on the arm and Potku is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Marquan Weatherspoon!
Marquan Weatherspoon decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Viljo connects with a nice looking jab.
Weatherspoon walks forward, straight into a front kick from Viljo.
Weatherspoon walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Weatherspoon misses with a looping right.
The fighters circle momentarily. Viljo darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Weatherspoon rushes Viljo and presses him up against the cage.
Viljo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Weatherspoon breaks from the clinch.
Weatherspoon on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Viljo throws a nice inside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A lazy left from Viljo finds it's target.#ROC#
Weatherspoon is rocked!
Weatherspoon circles to his right, straight into a beautiful hook by Viljo. Weatherspoon falls face first into the canvas - great knockout victory for Viljo!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Juntusen Viljo!
The defeated Marquan Weatherspoon had this to say: 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Buddington ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Weatherspoon looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Buddington misses with a body shot.
We've been told by Buddington's head coaches at Team Migraine that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Buddington misses with a head kick.
Weatherspoon with the counter takedown but Buddington avoids it easily.
Buddington stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Buddington wants it to stay on the feet.
Weatherspoon will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Buddington.
Buddington swings for the body but Weatherspoon moves out of range.
Weatherspoon fails with the takedown.
Oliver Buddington has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marquan Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weatherspoon takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Weatherspoon on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Buddington connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Buddington lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T1#
Buddington lands a really nice looking cross but Weatherspoon seems unphased.
Weatherspoon moves forwards but Buddington connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Buddington slaps away a takedown attempt from Weatherspoon, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A decent looking cross lands there for Buddington.#ROC#
Weatherspoon is rocked!
Buddington darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Weatherspoon's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Buddington before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Oliver Buddington!
A less than humble Oliver Buddington misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Marquan Weatherspoon was interviewed post fight and said 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 18, 2016 |
#R1#
Mancine lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Mancine lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Weatherspoon tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Weatherspoon.#TD#
Mancine looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Mancine winds up and cracks Weatherspoon with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Weatherspoon is not content to let Mancine control the position.
Weatherspoon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Weatherspoon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mancine pulls his head out easily.
Mancine is trying to control the action in half guard but Weatherspoon is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Mancine working over Weatherspoon with some ground and pound. Weatherspoon looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T1#
Weatherspoon works his way to full guard. Good work.
Mancine pushes down on Weatherspoon's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Weatherspoon trying to hold on to Mancine's head to control him but Mancine postures up.
Mancine lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Weatherspoon on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ground and pound from Mancine.
Mancine winds up and cracks Weatherspoon with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Weatherspoon is defending against the submission attempts here by Mancine.
Mancine lands strikes from half guard.#ROC#
Weatherspoon is rocked!
We've been hearing that Mancine has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Weatherspoon really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mancine. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB2#
Weatherspoon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mancine pulls his head out easily.
Mancine is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Weatherspoon!
Weatherspoon is looking to improve his position but Mancine isn't that keen on the idea.#T2#
Weatherspoon is still trying to improve position.
Mancine has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Mancine working Weatherspoon over with strikes here.
Weatherspoon is still in real trouble! Can Mancine finish him?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Mancine is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Mancine!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ray Mancine!
Ray Mancine decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
In defeat, Marquan Weatherspoon stepped up to the mic, saying 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 80
Date: Nov 26, 2016 |
#R1#
Destructor cracks Weatherspoon with a right hand to the side of the head.
Destructor leaves Weatherspoon with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Destructor scores with a nice body kick.
Destructor throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Weatherspoon stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Destructor cracks Weatherspoon with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Weatherspoon is trying hard to land a takedown here. Destructor sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Weatherspoon takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Deathstroke Destructor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Destructor is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#TD2#
Weatherspoon drives through with a takedown into Destructor 's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Weatherspoon trying to control the position from guard on top but Destructor is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Destructor is looking to stand up but Weatherspoon isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB2#
Weatherspoon drops back looking for a leg! Destructor is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Destructor manages to kick Weatherspoon off! Weatherspoon jumps back into Destructor 's guard. #T1#
Destructor wants to stand but Weatherspoon is controlling the position. #ES#
Destructor scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Destructor looks to throw the jab but Weatherspoon is out of range.
Weatherspoon 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.
Destructor scores with a body shot.
Weatherspoon is trying hard to land a takedown here. Destructor sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Deathstroke Destructor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marquan Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Destructor cracks Weatherspoon with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Destructor lands with a slapping head kick. #ROC#
Weatherspoon is rocked!#T2#
Destructor lands a nice hook to Weatherspoon's body. Weatherspoon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Weatherspoon looks winded!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Weatherspoon takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Weatherspoon walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Weatherspoon is still on wobbly legs! Can Destructor finish him?
Destructor is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches Weatherspoon flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! Weatherspoon is out cold! Destructor holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Deathstroke Destructor !
Deathstroke Destructor managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, King of Fists, into his post fight interview.
In defeat, Marquan Weatherspoon stepped up to the mic, saying 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 77
Date: Nov 18, 2016 |
#R1#
Weatherspoon closes the distance and clinches up with Delamitri, looking for a takedown. Weatherspoon pushes Delamitri against the cage but Delamitri circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD#
Weatherspoon fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Delamitri to the ground. Weatherspoon is now in Delamitri's guard.
Delamitri looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Delamitri keeping moving, preventing Weatherspoon from controlling successfully.
Delamitri seems keen to control Weatherspoon's posture.
Delamitri wants to sweep here but Weatherspoon controlling him for the moment.
Weatherspoon throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Delamitri looking to hit a scissor sweep but Weatherspoon is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Delamitri is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Weatherspoon defends well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Delamitri has his hands on Weatherspoon's head, controlling the position. #T1#
Weatherspoon is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Delamitri really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Weatherspoon. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Weatherspoon trying to control the position from guard on top but Delamitri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Weatherspoon has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Delamitri pulls Weatherspoon in to control the position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Delamitri not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Weatherspoon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Delamitri sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Weatherspoon somewhat.
Delamitri tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Weatherspoon shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Delamitri as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marquan Weatherspoon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Weatherspoon.
Delamitri drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Weatherspoon defends it well.#TD#
Weatherspoon shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Delamitri is trying to defend but Weatherspoon finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Delamitri is looking for a sweep. Weatherspoon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Weatherspoon is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Weatherspoon is looking to take a break and control but Delamitri is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Weatherspoon stalling. #SUB#
Weatherspoon is working for a submission of some sort.
Weatherspoon is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB#
Weatherspoon has hold of Delamitri's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Delamitri manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Delamitri sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Delamitri can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4#
Weatherspoon passes to full mount!
Weatherspoon wants to control the pace but Delamitri is squirming around nicely.
Weatherspoon is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Delamitri is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Delamitri tries to lock up and control but Weatherspoon gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Weatherspoon is working for a guillotine from mount but Delamitri frees his head quite easily.
Delamitri is trying desperately to improve position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marquan Weatherspoon dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Weatherspoon shoots in but no luck this time.
Weatherspoon is trying hard to land a takedown here. Delamitri sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Weatherspoon scores with a nice right hand.
Weatherspoon shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
so Delamitri counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marquan Weatherspoon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weatherspoon looking to control.
Delamitri trying to control the position from guard on top but Weatherspoon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Delamitri keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Weatherspoon's head.
Delamitri chips away with some ground and pound.#T1#
Weatherspoon wants to sweep but no luck.
Delamitri working some strikes from top position.
Delamitri postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Marquan Weatherspoon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Delamitri trying to control but Weatherspoon is working from the bottom.
Weatherspoon wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Delamitri is now in half guard. #SUB#
Weatherspoon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Delamitri pulls his head out easily.
Weatherspoon tries to roll over but Delamitri keeps him under control.
Weatherspoon is trying to maintain the position but Delamitri is very close to passing his half guard.
Weatherspoon manages to get to full guard.
Delamitri distracts Weatherspoon with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T2#
Delamitri working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Delamitri connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB2#
Delamitri drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Weatherspoon dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Weatherspoon wants to pass the guard but Delamitri is keeping the position.
Delamitri keeping moving, preventing Weatherspoon from controlling successfully.
Weatherspoon in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Weatherspoon pushing down on Delamitri's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Delamitri is staying active underneath Weatherspoon, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Weatherspoon controlling the pace.
Delamitri missing with punches from the bottom.
Delamitri tries to roll over but Weatherspoon keeps him under control.#T3#
The fighters are battling for position here. Delamitri manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Delamitri is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Delamitri trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Delamitri is trying to keep Weatherspoon in close.
Delamitri controlling Weatherspoon's posture.
Delamitri wants to sweep here but Weatherspoon controlling him for the moment.
Weatherspoon stands and throws Delamitri's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Weatherspoon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Delamitri keeps working. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Weatherspoon has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Delamitri!
Delamitri tries to hold on but Weatherspoon pushes him away. #SUB#
Weatherspoon has control of Delamitri's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Delamitri regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Delamitri is looking to get to half guard.#SUB#
Weatherspoon is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Delamitri can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
#SUB#
Weatherspoon with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Weatherspoon has hold of Delamitri's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Delamitri manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Marquan Weatherspoon will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice sprawl there from Delamitri as Weatherspoon shoots in.
Delamitri drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Weatherspoon defends it well.
Delamitri displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon looks for a takedown but Delamitri sprawls well.
Delamitri drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Weatherspoon defends it well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marquan Weatherspoon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weatherspoon with a lazy takedown attempt #TD2#
and Delamitri counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Delamitri.
Delamitri postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Weatherspoon looking for a guillotine here but Delamitri defends easily.
#T1#
Delamitri wants to control from the top but Weatherspoon keeps moving.
Delamitri working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Weatherspoon's head.
Delamitri is fighting to break Weatherspoon's control of his arms but Weatherspoon is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Weatherspoon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Delamitri is aware though and is defending well.
Delamitri wants to control from the top but Weatherspoon keeps moving.
Delamitri pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Weatherspoon is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Weatherspoon is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Delamitri postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Delamitri won't allow Weatherspoon to sweep him here.
David Delamitri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Delamitri keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Weatherspoon's head.
Delamitri loads up on a big left hand. Weatherspoon felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Delamitri looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Weatherspoon can't hide his disappointment, as Delamitri celebrates the victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). David Delamitri!
After winning the bout, David Delamitri thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Marquan Weatherspoon had this to say: 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 68
Date: Oct 10, 2016 |
#R1#
OfCocoa jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Weatherspoon shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as OfCocoa sprawls well. OfCocoa wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Weatherspoon gets slowly back to his feet.
OfCocoa keeps the fight on the outside.#TD#
Weatherspoon closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Weatherspoon throws an elbow but OfCocoa slips to the side and avoids it well.
OfCocoa tries to bench press Weatherspoon off him but Weatherspoon keeps the position. #SUB#
Weatherspoon wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by OfCocoa, who protects the arm well.
Weatherspoon wants to lay and pray for a moment but OfCocoa keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OfCocoa can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
OfCocoa is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Weatherspoon is staying active.
OfCocoa is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Weatherspoon swings around for an armbar but OfCocoa sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Weatherspoon's guard.#SUB#
OfCocoa avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
OfCocoa engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
OfCocoa avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
OfCocoa working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
OfCocoa is looking to work some ground and pound but Weatherspoon has wrist control.
Weatherspoon looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Weatherspoon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
OfCocoa sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Weatherspoon looking for subs off his back but OfCocoa has passed one foot through into half guard.
Weatherspoon wants to control but OfCocoa is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Weatherspoon avoiding damage under a succession of punches from OfCocoa. #T3#
Weatherspoon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
OfCocoa with the ground and pound but Weatherspoon uses the opportunity to regain guard. #SUB#
Weatherspoon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
OfCocoa must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
OfCocoa got a little sloppy there for a moment and Weatherspoon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, OfCocoa has managed to get both his arms back between Weatherspoon's legs - danger averted.
OfCocoa is stalling in the full guard.
OfCocoa throwing strikes from guard but Weatherspoon blocks nicely.
Weatherspoon trying to control the position.
OfCocoa wants to control from the top but Weatherspoon keeps moving.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
OfCocoa sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Weatherspoon fails with a takedown attempt.
A shot to the liver by OfCocoa. Beautiful body shot.
Jab, jab by OfCocoa - just one landing.
Weatherspoon digs a good body shot into OfCocoa's ribs.
Nice takedown defense from OfCocoa. No joy for Weatherspoon on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marquan Weatherspoon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
OfCocoa scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
OfCocoa looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Weatherspoon is looking for a counter combo.
OfCocoa throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Weatherspoon shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with OfCocoa but OfCocoa pushes him off and we're back to square one.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pebbles OfCocoa dominated that round.
That's time! Weatherspoon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Weatherspoon looks for the body kick but OfCocoa saw that one coming.
OfCocoa dips to his left and cracks Weatherspoon with an uppercut!
OfCocoa scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Weatherspoon doesn't seem bothered though.
Weatherspoon misses with a takedown
and OfCocoa counters with a right hand to the body.
OfCocoa cracks Weatherspoon with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
OfCocoa fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Weatherspoon on the side of the head.
OfCocoa lands with an uppercut that bounces Weatherspoon off the cage and back into range.#ROC2#
Weatherspoon is rocked!
Weatherspoon takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Oh Weatherspoon is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Weatherspoon tries to get into range but OfCocoa steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Weatherspoon! 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! OfCocoa scores the big KO victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Pebbles OfCocoa!
In defeat, Marquan Weatherspoon stepped up to the mic, saying 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 61
Date: Sep 16, 2016 |
#R1#
Weatherspoon on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Weatherspoon looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Weatherspoon shoots in but no luck this time.
A jab lands there for Joukahainen.#CUT#
It looks like Marquan Weatherspoon has been cut.
No luck for Weatherspoon with that takedown attempt.
Joukahainen lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Joukahainen.
Joukahainen has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Holding Cell in the buildup to the fight.
Weatherspoon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Joukahainen sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Weatherspoon somewhat.
Jorma Joukahainen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marquan Weatherspoon.
Joukahainen throws a nice looking combination but Weatherspoon bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Weatherspoon gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Joukahainen.
Weatherspoon takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Joukahainen drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Weatherspoon right on the button. Weatherspoon goes down! Joukahainen follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Joukahainen gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jorma Joukahainen!
The defeated Marquan Weatherspoon had this to say: 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 53
Date: Aug 10, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Gravano is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Weatherspoon's half guard.
Gravano is trying to control. Weatherspoon wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Weatherspoon is looking to control Gravano's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Weatherspoon avoid being mounted?
Gravano stalling.
Gravano thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Weatherspoon's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gravano landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Weatherspoon has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gravano is working away from the top position though.
Gravano slips a nice elbow through Weatherspoon's hands, connecting with Weatherspoon's forehead.
Gravano working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T1#
Weatherspoon is trying to control but Gravano manages to pass to mount!
Oooh a big shot lands for Gravano! Weatherspoon is out! The ref dives in to save him from more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Sammy Gravano!
Sammy Gravano was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
In defeat, Marquan Weatherspoon stepped up to the mic, saying 'A little setback is the setup for a major comeback!!'.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 45
Date: Jul 01, 2016 |
#R1#
The crowd cheers as Black lands an impressive looking overhand right. Weatherspoon doesn't seem phased though.#CL#
Black drives through and clinches with Weatherspoon against the cage.
#BC#
Black breaks from the clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Weatherspoon has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Black tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nice sprawl there from Black as Weatherspoon shoots in.
Black swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#CL#
Black rushes Weatherspoon and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Weatherspoon manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Black is sitting in close to Weatherspoon's body. Weatherspoon has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Black is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Black is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Weatherspoon.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Marquan Weatherspoon!
Marquan Weatherspoon took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Mohito Fightwear (Laundry) for their support in the buildup to the fight.
The defeated Jack Black had this to say: 'at least I'll try my best '.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 39
Date: Jun 05, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Hawk decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Hawk seems to be working for a kimura but Weatherspoon defends the submission attempt.
Weatherspoon wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Hawk is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Hawk trying to work for an americana but Weatherspoon has managed to regain full guard.
#SUB#
Hawk drops back looking for a leg! Weatherspoon is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Weatherspoon manages to kick Hawk off! Hawk jumps back into Weatherspoon's guard.
Hawk is fighting to break Weatherspoon's control of his arms but Weatherspoon is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Weatherspoon told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hawk drops back looking for a leg! Weatherspoon is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Weatherspoon manages to kick Hawk off! Hawk jumps back into Weatherspoon's guard. #T1#
Weatherspoon keeping full guard, as Hawk tries to pass. #SUB#
Hawk has gone for a leg lock! Weatherspoon slips out almost immediately though and dives into Hawk's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Hawk has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Weatherspoon can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Weatherspoon works over Hawk with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Hawk throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hawk 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.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Weatherspoon accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2##SUB#
Weatherspoon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hawk has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Weatherspoon has managed to get both his arms back between Hawk's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Hawk is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Weatherspoon is aware though and is defending well.
Hawk being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Hawk looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Weatherspoon wants to stand but Hawk has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Weatherspoon with a flurry of punches that miss.
Weatherspoon wants to control from the top but Hawk keeps moving. #SUB#
Hawk working for a triangle but Weatherspoon defends it easily.
#SUB#
Hawk has an active guard here but Weatherspoon has managed to pass into half guard.
#T3#
Hawk tries to get to full guard but Weatherspoon has control of the leg. #SUB#
Hawk looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hawk slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Hawk escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Weatherspoon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Hawk looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Weatherspoon passes into half guard.
Weatherspoon wants to take a breather but Hawk is having none of it. #T4##SUB#
Hawk looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Weatherspoon is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Weatherspoon pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Hawk is trying to escape the mount.
#SU2#
Weatherspoon stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Hawk avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hawk shoots in but Weatherspoon avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Weatherspoon throws a nice looking combination but Hawk bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Weatherspoon lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Hawk backs up against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hawk shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Weatherspoon displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hawk.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Marquan Weatherspoon will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Weatherspoon misses with a few strikes there.
Hawk is trying hard to land a takedown here. Weatherspoon sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
No luck for Hawk with that takedown attempt.
Hawk shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doyle Hawk. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Weatherspoon tries to clinch but Hawk moves out of range.
Hawk closes the distance and clinches up with Weatherspoon, looking for a takedown. Hawk pushes Weatherspoon against the cage but Weatherspoon circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD#
Hawk has hold of one of Weatherspoon's legs. Weatherspoon is fighting the takedown attempt but Hawk gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Hawk passes Weatherspoon's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Weatherspoon is defending against the submission attempts here by Hawk.
#SUB#
Hawk seems to be working for a kimura but Weatherspoon defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Weatherspoon is defending against the submission attempts here by Hawk.
#T1#
Weatherspoon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hawk passes to side control.
Weatherspoon is trying to control Hawk's posture but Hawk avoids it. #SUB#
Hawk thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Hawk is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Weatherspoon is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2##SUB#
Hawk swings around for an armbar but Weatherspoon sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Hawk's guard.
Weatherspoon scoring with some ground and pound.
Weatherspoon wants to control from the top but Hawk keeps moving. #SUB#
Hawk looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Weatherspoon passes into half guard.
Weatherspoon really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hawk. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Hawk looking for submissions off his back.
Weatherspoon prevents Hawk from improving his position.#SUB#
Hawk looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Hawk is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Weatherspoon pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Hawk taking some punishment here, with Weatherspoon in his half guard.
Weatherspoon trying to pass the guard but Hawk defending well.
Weatherspoon trying to control from half guard but Hawk is working away.
Weatherspoon scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB#
Hawk looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB#
Hawk looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Weatherspoon connects with a nice short shot to Hawk's temple. #T4#
Weatherspoon is trying to control the action in half guard but Hawk is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Hawk looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Hawk actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Hawk actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Weatherspoon is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hawk defends it well.
Hawk works his way to full guard. Good work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Hawk working for a triangle but Weatherspoon defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Marquan Weatherspoon will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon scores with a leg kick.
Hawk dives in and grabs Weatherspoon's left leg, looking for a takedown. Weatherspoon pushes down on Hawk's head and hops out.#CL2#
Weatherspoon gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Weatherspoon utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Hawk tries for a takedown but Weatherspoon manages to get underhooks.
Hawk has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Weatherspoon is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doyle Hawk. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Weatherspoon lands an elbow inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawk letting Weatherspoon take a breather here.
Weatherspoon scores with a shot to the side of Hawk's head.
Weatherspoon has Hawk pushed against the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Weatherspoon throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Hawk takes a knee right on the jaw!
#T1#
Weatherspoon lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hawk backwards.
Weatherspoon lands a knee to the body.
Weatherspoon has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Weatherspoon lands a knee to the body.
Weatherspoon works on Hawk's body with a couple of short punches.
Hawk goes for a takedown in the clinch but Weatherspoon prevents it.
Weatherspoon with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Nice body punch from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon working Hawk over with knees to the body.
Weatherspoon unloads a knee to the mid-section.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Weatherspoon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Weatherspoon landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
#BC2#
Weatherspoon pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hawk has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Weatherspoon.
A nice inside leg kick there by Weatherspoon. That's going to slow Hawk down.
Hawk shoots in for a takedown but Weatherspoon shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hawk dives in and grabs Weatherspoon's left leg, looking for a takedown. Weatherspoon pushes down on Hawk's head and hops out.
Weatherspoon throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#T2#
Hawk tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Weatherspoon swivels and escapes.
Weatherspoon lands a body shot.
Weatherspoon rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hawk moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hawk attempts a counter takedown but Weatherspoon avoids it well and moves away.
Hawk changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Weatherspoon tries to avoid it but Hawk manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Weatherspoon to the ground. Weatherspoon escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Weatherspoon is looking for the big counter here.#CL2#
Weatherspoon gets a clinch.
Weatherspoon with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Weatherspoon lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hawk or not.
A nice right hand lands inside from Weatherspoon.
Marquan Weatherspoon seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A short body shot lands from Weatherspoon as the two fighters clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Weatherspoon.
A right hand to the body from Weatherspoon.
Hawk looking for a takedown.
Weatherspoon working Hawk over with knees to the body.
Nice body punch from Weatherspoon.
A short right from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon is working Hawk over against the cage.
Nice elbow from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#T3#
Hawk is looking for a takedown.
A hook to the body from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hawk or not.
Weatherspoon lands a good knee to the midsection. Hawk won't want to take too many of those.
Hawk is looking for a takedown.
Hawk is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Weatherspoon pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Weatherspoon is working Hawk over against the cage.
Weatherspoon lands a knee to the head.
Weatherspoon unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Weatherspoon scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Weatherspoon lands a damaging elbow.
Weatherspoon utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Weatherspoon lands with a light punch inside.
Weatherspoon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
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!
Weatherspoon lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Weatherspoon lands a body punch in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Weatherspoon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T4#
A nice glancing elbow lands by Weatherspoon.
Hawk is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Weatherspoon is defending well.
Weatherspoon pushes Hawk back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Weatherspoon lands a nice uppercut.
Weatherspoon putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Hawk in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Hawk is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Weatherspoon lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hawk backwards.
Knees to the body from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Weatherspoon lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hawk backwards.
Hawk looking for a takedown.
Knees in the clinch landing for Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right from Weatherspoon on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Weatherspoon landing knees to the head.
#ROC2#
Hawk is rocked!
Weatherspoon lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hawk backwards.
Oh Hawk is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Weatherspoon lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Doyle Hawk has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon connects with a knee to the head.
Weatherspoon lands with a left to the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marquan Weatherspoon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Weatherspoon 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 Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 27:29
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 26:30
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marquan Weatherspoon!
Marquan Weatherspoon made sure to mention his sponsor, Mohito Fightwear (Laundry) in his post fight interview.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 36
Date: May 14, 2016 |
#R1#
Thackeray throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Weatherspoon.#CUT#
It looks like Marquan Weatherspoon has been cut.
Thackeray looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD2#
Weatherspoon decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Weatherspoon is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Thackeray sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Weatherspoon is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Thackeray defends it well.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Weatherspoon working the head and body with strikes.
Weatherspoon wants to pass the guard but Thackeray is defending well.
Thackeray knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Weatherspoon on the ground.#SUB2#
Weatherspoon is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Weatherspoon is looking for a kimura here.
Weatherspoon slips a nice elbow through Thackeray's hands, connecting with Thackeray's forehead.
Weatherspoon is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Weatherspoon scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Thackeray wants to control but Weatherspoon is keeping busy.
#T1#
Weatherspoon scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Weatherspoon has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Weatherspoon looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Thackeray trying to hold on to Weatherspoon's head to control him but Weatherspoon postures up.
#SUB2#
Weatherspoon in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Thackeray tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Weatherspoon!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Marquan Weatherspoon!
An out of breath and clearly excited Marquan Weatherspoon thanked Mohito Fightwear for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 29, 2016 |
#R1#
Sloppy strikes from Weatherspoon. Those never looked like landing.
Dynamo takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Dynamo changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Weatherspoon tries to avoid it but Dynamo manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Weatherspoon to the ground. Weatherspoon escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
It seemed like Weatherspoon was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Weatherspoon misses with a head kick.
Weatherspoon motions for Dynamo to come forward. Weatherspoon throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Weatherspoon scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Weatherspoon swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dynamo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Weatherspoon sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Weatherspoon throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dynamo slips a jab and a cross from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon misses with a body kick.
Weatherspoon keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thunder Dynamo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
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!
Weatherspoon throws a head kick that misses.
It looked like Dynamo was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dynamo.
Weatherspoon lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
Dynamo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Weatherspoon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dynamo was well out of range. Poor timing from Weatherspoon.
Dynamo tries to close the distance and clinch up but Weatherspoon swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Weatherspoon throws a nice looking combination but Dynamo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dynamo shoots for a double leg takedown but Weatherspoon sprawls well. He's pushed Dynamo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Dynamo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Weatherspoon's waist but Weatherspoon gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dynamo off to one side.
A left and a right from Weatherspoon both land. Nice combination.
Dynamo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Weatherspoon moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Weatherspoon swats away the attempt to clinch by Dynamo.
Weatherspoon scores with a hook.#T2#
Weatherspoon throws a body kick that misses. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
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!
Dynamo has Weatherspoon pushed against the cage.
Dynamo prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD#
Dynamo pulls guard effortlessly.
Weatherspoon must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Weatherspoon looking to sit in guard and control but Dynamo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Weatherspoon wants to sweep here but Dynamo controlling him for the moment. #T3##SU#
Dynamo stands up and waves to Weatherspoon to follow him.
Dynamo avoids a kick to the body.
Weatherspoon misses with a series of wild punches.
Dynamo blocks a head kick by Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon looks winded!
Dynamo blocks a head kick by Weatherspoon.
Dynamo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL#
Dynamo has closed the distance and engaged Weatherspoon in a clinch.
#BC#
Dynamo breaks from the clinch.
Weatherspoon fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Weatherspoon misses with a double jab.
#T4##CL#
Dynamo closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Dynamo is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Weatherspoon is defending well.
Weatherspoon tries to break the clinch but Dynamo is controlling the position.
Weatherspoon has had enough of the clinch but Dynamo keeps him there for the moment.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Weatherspoon is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Dynamo to keep the fight standing.#TD#
Dynamo pulls guard successfully.
Dynamo preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Weatherspoon avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marquan Weatherspoon dominated that round.
That's time! Dynamo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Dynamo looks for a takedown but Weatherspoon sprawls well.
Dynamo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dynamo wants to clinch.
Dynamo avoids the head kick by Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon throws the left hand but Dynamo avoids the punch easily.#CL#
Dynamo rushes Weatherspoon and presses him up against the cage.
Dynamo lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dynamo fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Dynamo is trying to drag Weatherspoon to the mat but Weatherspoon just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thunder Dynamo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Dynamo manages to break the clinch.
#T1#
Weatherspoon misses with a body punch
#CL#
and Dynamo counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Dynamo. #BC#
Dynamo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dynamo misses with a takedown attempt - Weatherspoon sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Dynamo backing away here, and Weatherspoon unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Marquan Weatherspoon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dynamo swings for the body but Weatherspoon moves out of range.
Weatherspoon misses with a wild combination.
Weatherspoon fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dynamo fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Weatherspoon stalks Dynamo and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Dynamo's face. Dynamo staggers backwards, shaken.#T2#
Dynamo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Weatherspoon sprawls well. Weatherspoon wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dynamo gets slowly back to his feet.
Weatherspoon will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dynamo tries to clinch up but Weatherspoon circles away and keeps his distance.
Dynamo shoots in looking for a takedown. Weatherspoon tries to sprawl out of it but Dynamo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Weatherspoon manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Weatherspoon throws a big counter head kick but Dynamo avoids it with no problem.
Weatherspoon catches Dynamo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Weatherspoon stalks Dynamo and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Dynamo's face. Dynamo staggers backwards, shaken.
Weatherspoon misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dynamo is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Weatherspoon.#T3#
Weatherspoon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Weatherspoon throws a combination. Dynamo tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Nice body punch from Weatherspoon.
Marquan Weatherspoon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dynamo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Weatherspoon swinging wildly here.
Weatherspoon will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Weatherspoon throws a right and a left that Dynamo avoids nicely.
Dynamo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Weatherspoon scores with a three punch combo!
Dynamo tries to score a power double leg takedown but Weatherspoon sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dynamo somewhat.#T4#
Some wild striking there from Weatherspoon.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Weatherspoon misses with a double jab.
Dynamo shoots in looking for a takedown. Weatherspoon tries to sprawl out of it but Dynamo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Weatherspoon manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dynamo shoots in looking for a takedown. Weatherspoon tries to sprawl out of it but Dynamo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Weatherspoon manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Weatherspoon swinging wildly here.
Dynamo shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Weatherspoon as he avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Marquan Weatherspoon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Weatherspoon scores with a punch to the head.
Weatherspoon moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#TD#
Dynamo shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Weatherspoon makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Weatherspoon.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dynamo is fighting to break Weatherspoon's control of his arms but Weatherspoon is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dynamo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Weatherspoon swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Weatherspoon pulls Dynamo in close to his closed guard and prevents Dynamo from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1#
Dynamo wants to control from the top but Weatherspoon keeps moving.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Weatherspoon wants to get back to his feet but Dynamo is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Dynamo trying to control but Weatherspoon is working from the bottom.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SU#
Dynamo decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Weatherspoon, up you get!
Weatherspoon tries a head kick but it misses.
As Weatherspoon looks to move away, Dynamo throws a big counter combo but Weatherspoon just gets out of the way.
Weatherspoon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dynamo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Weatherspoon is fending him off so far but Dynamo persists. Nope, Weatherspoon circles away and we're back to standing.
Marquan Weatherspoon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Weatherspoon!
Dynamo tries to clinch up but Weatherspoon circles away and keeps his distance.
A jab from Weatherspoon finds it's way through Dynamo's defenses.
Dynamo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The fighters circle momentarily. Weatherspoon darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Weatherspoon lands a two punch combo.
Dynamo takes one on the button.
Dynamo closes the distance and clinches up with Weatherspoon, looking for a takedown. Dynamo pushes Weatherspoon against the cage but Weatherspoon circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dynamo dodges the punch combination from Weatherspoon.
#T3#
Weatherspoon lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Dynamo backs up against the cage.
No joy there for Dynamo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dynamo tries to clinch up but Weatherspoon circles away and keeps his distance.
Weatherspoon throws a front kick aimed at Dynamo's knee but Dynamo avoids it well.
Dynamo tries to close the distance and clinch but Weatherspoon swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Despite the aggression on Weatherspoon's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Dynamo tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Weatherspoon paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Weatherspoon looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Weatherspoon just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromDynamo.
Dynamo slips a jab and a cross from Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dynamo closes the distance and clinches up with Weatherspoon, looking for a takedown. Dynamo pushes Weatherspoon against the cage but Weatherspoon circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thunder Dynamo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Weatherspoon closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Dynamo moves out of range of the body kick.#T4#
Weatherspoon fails to land with a series of punches.
Dynamo thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Weatherspoon if he has to take too many more of those.
Weatherspoon tries a head kick but it misses.
As Weatherspoon tries to get set, Dynamo tries to push him back and clinch up but Weatherspoon manages to avoid the attempt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dynamo tries to close the distance and clinch but Weatherspoon swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A little jabbing left from Weatherspoon on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Thunder Dynamo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Weatherspoon throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Dynamo holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Dynamo is stalling here.
Weatherspoon drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dynamo is looking to take this one to the mat.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marquan Weatherspoon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Weatherspoon 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marquan Weatherspoon!
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