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Event:
DFN#24 Haack vs Fogomayu
Date: Oct 14, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Wierzbowski drives through with a takedown into Zelaya's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Wierzbowski not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Wierzbowski stopping the sweep attempt from Zelaya.
Zelaya can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Wierzbowski controls the pace.
Wierzbowski slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Wierzbowski is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Wierzbowski sitting and controlling from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wierzbowski moves into full mount! Zelaya won't be happy about that! #T1#
Wierzbowski wants to control the pace but Zelaya is squirming around nicely.
Zelaya is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Wierzbowski controlling the position easily from mount.
Wierzbowski trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Wierzbowski controlling his opponent.
Zelaya wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#SUB#
Wierzbowski is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#T2#
Even with his hooks in, Wierzbowski manages to miss with strikes from the back. #SUB#
Wierzbowski is cranking Zelaya's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Zelaya! He's tightened the choke and Zelaya is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Przemyslaw Wierzbowski!
A very excited looking Przemyslaw Wierzbowski 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.
The defeated Manny Zelaya had this to say: 'He put on a nice performance but I will see you again'.
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Event:
DUEL#96 Feltre vs Pearson
Date: Sep 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Malcoms , right into the meat.
Zelaya has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Malcoms .
Malcoms definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Zelaya finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Decent striking displayed by Malcoms there.
Malcoms blocks a head kick by Zelaya.
Malcoms lands with a nice combination. Zelaya backs away looking to recover.
Zelaya looks to throw the jab but Malcoms is out of range.
Malcoms misses with a double jab
#CL2#
and Zelaya counters by clinching up.
Malcoms lands with a light punch inside.
Zelaya has had enough of the clinch but Malcoms keeps him there for the moment.
Malcoms pushes Zelaya back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Malcoms stalling against the cage.
#T1##BC#
Malcoms escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Malcoms lands with a thumping leg kick.
Zelaya fails with the takedown
and Malcoms counters with a left to the body.
A jab from Malcoms does it's job there.
Zelaya rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Malcoms moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Malcoms lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Malcoms connects with a leg kick. Zelaya looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Malcoms connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Zelaya's hands.
Zelaya misses with a takedown attempt
and Malcoms counters with a huge left! Zelaya is in big trouble! He's backing up but Malcoms isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Zelaya from any more damage. A dominating finish by Malcoms !
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Daniel Malcoms !
Daniel Malcoms 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.
Manny Zelaya was interviewed post fight and said 'He put on a nice performance but I will see you again'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Masvidal will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
We've been hearing reports that Masvidal has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Diego Masvidal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Masvidal fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Zelaya avoids it really well and circles away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Masvidal or perhaps it was just good defense by Zelaya, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Masvidal . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Masvidal shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Zelaya as he avoids it easily.
Masvidal shoots in but no luck this time.
Masvidal gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Zelaya counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2#
Zelaya breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Masvidal looks for a takedown but Zelaya sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zelaya stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Zelaya wants it to stay on the feet.
Masvidal is breathing heavily.
Masvidal misses with a takedown attempt
and Zelaya counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Masvidal shoots in but Zelaya avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Zelaya keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Masvidal sets himself, and Zelaya steps forward looking for the clinch! Masvidal avoids it this time.#T1#
Zelaya tries for a takedown but Masvidal sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Zelaya clinches.
Zelaya lands with a short shot to the head.
Zelaya dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#TD2#
Masvidal is fighting off a takedown attempt but Zelaya is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Masvidal to the mat. Masvidal regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Zelaya wants to get up but he can't break Masvidal 's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Zelaya missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Zelaya has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Zelaya drops back looking for a leg! Masvidal is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Masvidal manages to kick Zelaya off! Zelaya jumps back into Masvidal 's guard.
Zelaya postures up in Masvidal 's guard and throws a big left but Masvidal blocks it.
Zelaya forces his way into half guard.#T2#
Zelaya seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Still in half guard, Zelaya seems content to control.
Zelaya throwing shots but Masvidal is blocking nicely. #SU2#
Zelaya stands up and beckons Masvidal to join him on the feet.
Masvidal doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Zelaya counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Zelaya.
Masvidal has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Zelaya after a bit of a struggle.
Zelaya lands a knee to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zelaya is pressed up against the cage. Masvidal has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Zelaya down to the mat. Zelaya avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Zelaya throws a right hand that Masvidal ducks under and follows up with a left that Masvidal also avoids with ease.
Masvidal tries to counter with a takedown but Zelaya is quick to defend against it.
Zelaya slaps away a takedown attempt from Masvidal , before circling back to the center of the mat.#T3#
Masvidal shoots in and drives through. Zelaya sprawls well.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Masvidal goes for a takedown attempt but Zelaya pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Zelaya moves into range and clinches up with Masvidal .
Masvidal can't get the takedown.
#BC2#
Zelaya manages to break the clinch.
Zelaya throws a good cross that connects.
Masvidal has a takedown stuffed.
Masvidal shoots for a double leg takedown but Zelaya sprawls well. He's pushed Masvidal 's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Masvidal displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Zelaya.
Zelaya misses with a series of wild punches.
#T4#
Zelaya with a hook.#CL2#
Zelaya takes the fight into the clinch.
Masvidal goes for a takedown attempt but Zelaya pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Masvidal dives in and grabs Zelaya's left leg, looking for a takedown. Zelaya pushes down on Masvidal 's head and hops out.
Masvidal is trying hard to land a takedown here. Zelaya sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head kick from Zelaya lands but Masvidal takes it in his stride.
Masvidal tries for a takedown but Zelaya sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Zelaya throws a counter combo.#CL2#
Zelaya has managed to clinch.
Nice elbow from Zelaya.
Zelaya displaying some good clinch control by pressing Masvidal up against the cage.
Zelaya stalling.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manny Zelaya dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Zelaya throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Masvidal 's head.
Nice sprawl there from Masvidal as Zelaya shoots in.#TD#
Masvidal closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Zelaya to the mat! Zelaya manages to get full guard.
Zelaya utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Masvidal has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Zelaya is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Zelaya stops Masvidal from standing up. #SU2#
Zelaya stands up from Masvidal 's guard - Zelaya perhaps looking for a knockout. #CL2#
Zelaya closes the distance and pushes Masvidal back into the cage.
Zelaya gets underhooks to prevent Masvidal 's takedown attempt.
Masvidal is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Masvidal has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Zelaya is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Masvidal can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Masvidal . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Masvidal can't get the takedown.
Masvidal is looking for a takedown.#BC2#
Zelaya pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Masvidal shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL2#
and Zelaya counters by clinching up. #BC2#
Zelaya pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Zelaya digs a good hook to Masvidal 's body.
#CL2#
Zelaya moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Zelaya pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Masvidal shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL2#
and Zelaya counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Zelaya pushes Masvidal back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Zelaya is looking to take this one to the mat.
Zelaya is pushing Masvidal up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Zelaya is trying to maintain a safe position but Masvidal gets an underhook and turns Zelaya into the cage.#T2##TD2#
Zelaya has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Masvidal is trying to keep an underhook but Zelaya manages to get the takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SU2#
Zelaya decides to return to a standing position.
Masvidal shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Zelaya feints the counter takedown.
Zelaya dives in and grabs Masvidal 's left leg, looking for a takedown. Masvidal pushes down on Zelaya's head and hops out.
Masvidal attempts a counter takedown but Zelaya avoids it well and moves away.
Masvidal changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Zelaya tries to avoid it but Masvidal manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Zelaya to the ground. Zelaya escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Zelaya unleashes a big counter combination but Masvidal bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Zelaya feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Masvidal 's calf.#CL2#
Masvidal gets tackled into the cage by Zelaya. Zelaya maintains the clinch.
Zelaya has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#BC2#
Zelaya manages to break the clinch.
Zelaya scoring well with a low kick there.
Masvidal shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Zelaya defends it nicely.
Zelaya throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#T3##CL2#
Zelaya moves into the clinch.
Masvidal is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Zelaya pulls him back up using the underhooks.
The referee is keeping an eye on Zelaya - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Masvidal is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Zelaya gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Masvidal tries for a takedown but Zelaya manages to get underhooks.
#BC2#
Zelaya breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Manny Zelaya is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Zelaya. #CL2#
Zelaya drives through and clinches with Masvidal against the cage.
Zelaya tries for a takedown. No joy.
#T4##BC2#
Zelaya breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Manny Zelaya seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Zelaya lands a head kick. Masvidal smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Masvidal defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Zelaya.
Masvidal fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Masvidal fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
As Masvidal backs off Zelaya throws a huge counter combo but Masvidal manages to avoid it all.
Zelaya throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#TD#
Masvidal scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Masvidal prevents Zelaya from standing back up.
#SUB2#
Zelaya looking for submissions off his back.
Zelaya taking some punishment here, with Masvidal in his half guard.
Zelaya on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manny Zelaya showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Masvidal .
Masvidal shoots in looking for a takedown but Zelaya manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Masvidal 's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Zelaya is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Zelaya swinging wildly here.
Masvidal shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Masvidal . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Masvidal takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Zelaya throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Zelaya stalks Masvidal and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Masvidal 's face. Masvidal staggers backwards, shaken.
Masvidal shoots for a takedown but Zelaya saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masvidal avoids a punch combination nicely.
Masvidal feinted with a counter takedown.
Masvidal tries to score a power double leg takedown but Zelaya sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Masvidal somewhat.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Zelaya dives in for a single leg takedown but Masvidal sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL2#
Zelaya gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Masvidal has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Zelaya after a bit of a struggle.
Zelaya manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
#TD2#
Zelaya has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Masvidal clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#SUB2#
Zelaya working for the choke.
Masvidal trying to control the position but Zelaya manages to sink in the hooks.
Masvidal is really stuck here.
#T2#
Masvidal is working hard here to advance position.
Zelaya missing with strikes from the back.
Masvidal trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Masvidal covering up well under a series of strikes from Zelaya.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Zelaya's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Zelaya looking for the RNC. #T3#
Zelaya missing with strikes from the back.
Zelaya trying to control momentarily.
Masvidal tries to escape but Zelaya has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Masvidal just trying to survive but Zelaya is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Masvidal knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zelaya on the ground.
Masvidal can't escape the position.
Masvidal looking very determined here, making life difficult for Zelaya.
Zelaya keeps control of the position as Masvidal tries to break free.
Masvidal trying to control the hands but Zelaya won't let him. #T4##SUB2#
Zelaya looking for the RNC. #SUB2#
Zelaya looking to break Masvidal 's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Masvidal remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Zelaya will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Manny Zelaya has got the better of the ground game so far.
I really don't envy Masvidal right now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Masvidal trying to get back to his feet but Zelaya is in full control for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Manny Zelaya comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Zelaya has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 26:30
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 26:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manny Zelaya!
Manny Zelaya took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 19, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Zelaya shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Zelaya prevents Gilbert from improving his position.
Gilbert tries to kick Zelaya off but Zelaya keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Zelaya wants to stand up but Gilbert manages to regain full guard.
Zelaya wants to stand but Gilbert is controlling his posture from full guard.
Gilbert tries to strike from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zelaya wanted to stand there but Gilbert had control of the position. #SU2#
Zelaya stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Zelaya lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#T1#
Gilbert shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Zelaya counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #TD2#
Zelaya throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Gilbert tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Zelaya is in Gilbert's guard.
Zelaya throws a big right hand that misses. #SU2#
Zelaya gets to his feet - Gilbert follows without any prompting. #CL2#
Zelaya forces Gilbert back against the cage and clinches.
Gilbert jumps guard but Zelaya stands there with Gilbert around his waist. Gilbert gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Zelaya letting Gilbert take a breather here.#BC2#
Zelaya pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Zelaya goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#TD2#
Zelaya closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Gilbert quickly recovers to half guard.
Gilbert is trying to escape back to his feet but Zelaya uses the scramble to pass into side control.
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!#SU2#
Zelaya stands up and we're back to a striking position.
No joy there for Zelaya, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Zelaya throws a leg kick that is checked#CL#
and Gilbert holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Zelaya manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
#BC2#
Zelaya breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Gilbert fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Zelaya throws a counter combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Norbert Gilbert. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gilbert tries for a takedown but Zelaya sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Zelaya wants to clinch up but Gilbert keeps it at a distance.
Zelaya has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Gilbert avoids a punch combination nicely.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Gilbert.#T4##TD2#
Zelaya shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Gilbert napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Gilbert wants to get back to his feet but Zelaya drags him back down.
Zelaya throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #SU2#
Zelaya stands up and we're back to a striking position.
That kick from Zelaya tenderised Gilbert's leg. Gilbert is trying to keep his angry face on.
Gilbert fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Zelaya tries to clinch but Gilbert moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manny Zelaya dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Zelaya tries to clinch there but Gilbert circles away.
Gilbert dives in for a single leg takedown but Zelaya sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Gilbert shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Zelaya but Zelaya pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD2#
Zelaya drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES#
Gilbert pushes Zelaya off and gets back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zelaya swats away the attempt to clinch by Gilbert.
Manny Zelaya seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gilbert misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Norbert Gilbert. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Gilbert shoots for a double leg takedown but Zelaya sprawls well. He's pushed Gilbert's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Zelaya fails with an attempt to clinch.
Zelaya uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gilbert.
Zelaya lands with a nice combination. Gilbert backs away looking to recover.#CUT2#
It looks like Norbert Gilbert has been cut.
Zelaya throws a nice head kick!
Zelaya throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Gilbert half committed to a counter leg kick.
Zelaya scores with a leg kick.
#T2#
Zelaya tries to clinch up but Gilbert circles away and keeps his distance.
Gilbert avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Gilbert fails with a takedown attempt.
Gilbert sets himself, and Zelaya steps forward looking for the clinch! Gilbert avoids it this time.#TD#
Gilbert decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Gilbert is looking for a kimura but Zelaya is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gilbert to get the leverage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
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. Gilbert connects with a nice short shot to Zelaya's temple. #SUB#
Gilbert is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gilbert prevents Zelaya from standing back up.
Zelaya gets back to full guard.
Zelaya manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gilbert manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SU2#
Zelaya stands up from guard. Let's bang! #CL2#
Gilbert tries to keep at a distance but Zelaya has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Zelaya breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T4#
Gilbert dives in for a single leg takedown but Zelaya sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Zelaya wants to counter the offense by Gilbert and move into the clinch position.
Gilbert fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Zelaya avoids it really well and circles away.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Gilbert tries to clinch up but Zelaya circles away and keeps his distance.
Zelaya thumps Gilbert with a low kick.
Zelaya pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL#
Gilbert gets a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manny Zelaya showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Norbert Gilbert's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Gilbert blocks a head kick by Zelaya.
Gilbert drops down looking for a counter takedown but Zelaya sprawls and moves away.
Gilbert doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Zelaya counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #TD2#
Zelaya closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #ES#
Gilbert explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gilbert fails with a takedown attempt.
Zelaya takes a swing at Gilbert's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Zelaya throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Zelaya has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Zelaya goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Zelaya moves in looking to clinch but Gilbert pushes him off.
Zelaya connects with a high kick.
Zelaya misses with a combination
#CL#
and Gilbert holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #TD#
Gilbert ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Gilbert no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB#
Gilbert is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zelaya is aware though and is defending well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Zelaya trying to control the position from guard on top but Gilbert is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zelaya throws an elbow that misses. Gilbert uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Zelaya's guard. Nice move by Gilbert!#REVR##T2##ES2#
Zelaya is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Gilbert presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zelaya is pressed up against the cage. Gilbert has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Zelaya down to the mat. Zelaya avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Norbert Gilbert. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Gilbert gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SU2#
Zelaya stands up from guard. Let's bang! #TD2#
Zelaya shoots in and gets a takedown into Gilbert's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gilbert is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Gilbert prevents Zelaya from getting back to his feet. #T3##SU#
Gilbert gets to his feet. Zelaya looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #CL2#
Zelaya rushes Gilbert and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Gilbert just leaning against Zelaya, taking a breather. #BC2#
Zelaya pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gilbert throws a solid leg kick but Zelaya takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Gilbert.
Zelaya was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Norbert Gilbert is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Zelaya clinches with his opponent.
#BC2#
Zelaya breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD2#
Zelaya shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Zelaya showed some decent athleticism there.
Zelaya throwing shots but Gilbert is blocking nicely. #T4#
Zelaya frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Gilbert can't escape the position.
Zelaya thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Zelaya misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Zelaya unloads with some shots from mount but Gilbert bucks and avoids them well.
Gilbert is squirming around, avoiding Zelaya's attempts to control the action.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Norbert Gilbert has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Manny Zelaya is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Gilbert throwing hammer fists to the chest of Zelaya. What's that going to do exactly?
And that's the end of the fight!
Manny Zelaya comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Zelaya has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manny Zelaya!
Manny Zelaya took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.
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Event:
DUEL#90 Hay vs Campobello
Date: Aug 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Storm gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Zelaya counters with a slapping leg kick.
Zelaya avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Zelaya is looking for the big counter here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Zelaya looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Zelaya scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Storm doesn't seem bothered though.
Storm does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Storm misses with a wild combination.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Zelaya, right into the meat.
#T1##TD2#
Zelaya shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Storm is trying to defend but Zelaya finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB#
Storm actively working from the bottom here.
Zelaya not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #ES#
Storm has one foot on Zelaya's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#CL2#
Zelaya closes the distance and clinches.
Storm jumps guard but Zelaya stands there with Storm around his waist. Storm gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#BC2#
Zelaya manages to break the clinch.
#T2#
Storm throws a poor cross that misses
and Zelaya counters with a flying knee. Nice.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Zelaya fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Storm sprawls well initially but Zelaya persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Storm kicks off Zelaya and gets to his feet.
Zelaya is looking to clinch.
Zelaya tries to bum rush Storm with a series of wild strikes but Storm uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Storm tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Zelaya counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD2#
Zelaya throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Storm was covering up waiting for the punch and Zelaya finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB#
Storm is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zelaya defends well.#SUB#
Storm has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Zelaya can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Storm tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Zelaya drops back looking for a leg! Storm is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Storm manages to kick Zelaya off! Zelaya jumps back into Storm's guard. #SUB#
Storm looking for a guillotine here but Zelaya defends easily.
Zelaya must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Zelaya wants to get up but he can't break Storm's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Storm looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Storm utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Storm has his hands on Zelaya's head, controlling the position.
Storm is trying to keep Zelaya in close.
#SUB#
Storm looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Zelaya is defending well. Storm quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Zelaya has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Storm celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). HP Storm!
Manny Zelaya spoke after the fight, saying 'He put on a nice performance but I will see you again'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Zelaya shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kung but Kung pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kung is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kung tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL#
Zelaya gets a clinch.
Zelaya is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #TD#
Zelaya drags the fight down to the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kung throws an elbow that misses. Zelaya uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kung's guard. Nice move by Zelaya!#REVR#
Zelaya slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kung keeping moving, preventing Zelaya from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Zelaya got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kung has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zelaya has managed to get both his arms back between Kung's legs - danger averted.#T1#
Kung is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Zelaya trying to control but Kung is working from the bottom.
Zelaya stays in close to Kung's body and controls the position.
Kung controlling Zelaya's posture.
Kung wants to stand and escape but Zelaya is having none of it. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kung is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Zelaya throwing strikes but missing.
Zelaya postures up.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kung misses with a takedown attempt - Zelaya sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Zelaya misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL2#
Kung closes the distance and clinches.
Kung tries for a takedown. No joy.
#T3##TD#
Zelaya has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kung uses from the top position.
Zelaya has Kung pulled in close to control his posture.
Kung won't allow Zelaya to get back to his feet.
Zelaya wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Zelaya has his foot on Kung's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kung works his way back into a safe position though.
Kung wants to control from the top but Zelaya keeps moving.
Zelaya pulls Kung in close to prevent any damage.
Kung is looking to work some ground and pound but Zelaya has wrist control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Zelaya tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Zelaya shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kung defends it nicely.
Kung unleashes a big counter combination but Zelaya bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Manny Zelaya. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zelaya scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kung fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kung fails with an attempt to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manny Zelaya dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Kung shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kung lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kung looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kung fails with a takedown attempt.
Zelaya fails with a takedown attempt.
Kung misses with a takedown attempt
and Zelaya counters with a two punch combo.
Manny Zelaya has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Davos Kung.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Zelaya closes the distance and clinches.
Kung fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC2#
Kung manages to break the clinch.
Zelaya lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kung's sensitive parts. #T1#
Kung closes this distance looking for a takedown but Zelaya circles away.
Zelaya misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Kung moves into the clinch.
Good body shot from Zelaya.
Kung is breathing heavily.#TD#
Zelaya manages to pull guard.
Zelaya has his hands on Kung's head, controlling the position.
Kung stopping the sweep attempt from Zelaya.#T2#
Zelaya wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Zelaya is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kung preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Jab by Kung.
Zelaya fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#CL#
Zelaya has closed the distance and engaged Kung in a clinch.
Zelaya being controlled against the cage.
Zelaya is leaning against Kung and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T3##BC#
Zelaya breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Kung tries to keep at a distance but Zelaya has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Zelaya breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Zelaya drives through and clinches with Kung against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Zelaya. #BC#
Zelaya escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kung tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Zelaya paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Zelaya was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Zelaya misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kung.
Zelaya shoots in for a takedown but Kung shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T4#
Zelaya misses with a head kick.
Kung goes for a double leg but Zelaya avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Zelaya continues to drive forward.
Zelaya is looking for a counter combo.
Kung stuffs the takedown attempt from Zelaya. Zelaya gets slowly back to his feet.
Kung tries to clinch there but Zelaya circles away.
Zelaya tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kung defends well and Zelaya ends up having to push Kung into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Zelaya tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kung sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Zelaya somewhat.
Kung steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Zelaya.
Zelaya circles away from the clinch attempt.
Zelaya throws a sloppy head kick and Kung moves out of range easily.
Kung looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Zelaya is fending him off so far but Kung persists. Nope, Zelaya circles away and we're back to standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manny Zelaya dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Kung goes for a double leg but Zelaya avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Zelaya continues to drive forward.
Zelaya drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kung sprawls and moves away.
Zelaya changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Zelaya displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kung.
Kung tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Zelaya counters with a leg kick.
Zelaya scores with a nice right hand.
Zelaya shoots in for a double leg but Kung sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Zelaya changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kung tries to avoid it but Zelaya manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kung to the ground. Kung escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Zelaya is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kung sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kung tries to counter with a clinch but Zelaya shakes him off and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Manny Zelaya. 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.
Zelaya misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kung doesn't manage to clinch there - Zelaya circles away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kung or perhaps it was just good defense by Zelaya, which made it look bad.
As Kung backs away, Zelaya returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Kung shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Zelaya as he avoids it easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kung or perhaps it was just good defense by Zelaya, which made it look bad.
Manny Zelaya is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice takedown defense from Kung. No joy for Zelaya on that attempt.
Zelaya shoots for a double leg takedown but Kung sprawls well. He's pushed Zelaya's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Zelaya shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Zelaya is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kung can do to turn this around?
Kung tries to close the distance and clinch but Zelaya swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kung or perhaps it was just good defense by Zelaya, which made it look bad.
Kung keeps Zelaya at a distance using the push kick. #T2#
Kung slaps away a takedown attempt from Zelaya, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Zelaya throws a series of strikes that have Kung backpedaling.
Zelaya shoots for a takedown but Kung saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kung throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Zelaya's waist but Zelaya gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kung off to one side.
Kung looks for a takedown but Zelaya sprawls well.
Zelaya fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kung avoids it really well and circles away.
Manny Zelaya is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
A punch combination from Kung misses.
Zelaya tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kung swivels and escapes.
Kung misses the jab.
Kung shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Zelaya pinned against the cage. Zelaya gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Zelaya throws a nice outside leg kick.
Zelaya lands a front kick.#T4##CL#
Zelaya has Kung up against the cage in a clinch.
Zelaya jumps guard but Kung turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Kung is trying to stall.
#BC#
Zelaya breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Zelaya rushes Kung and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kung is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Zelaya is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zelaya landing knees to the body.
Kung wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Davos Kung has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Manny Zelaya is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Zelaya can't get the takedown.
And that's the end of the fight!
Manny Zelaya showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Zelaya has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manny Zelaya!
Manny Zelaya took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 18, 2017 |
#R1#
No luck for Zelaya with that takedown attempt.
Zelaya misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Zelaya shoots in for a takedown but Espinoza shows good takedown defense.
As Zelaya tries to get set, Espinoza tries to push him back and clinch up but Zelaya manages to avoid the attempt.
Rory Espinoza has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Manny Zelaya.
Zelaya closes the distance and clinches up with Espinoza, looking for a takedown. Zelaya pushes Espinoza against the cage but Espinoza circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Espinoza is looking for a counter combo.
Espinoza slaps away a takedown attempt from Zelaya, before circling back to the center of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Zelaya has closed the distance and engaged Espinoza in a clinch.
Zelaya fails to pull guard.
#T1#
Zelaya on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Zelaya tries to pull guard but Espinoza won't allow it.
With the fighters up against the cage, Espinoza throws an elbow but misses.
Espinoza stops a takedown attempt from Zelaya.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Espinoza can't break the clinch.
#TD2#
Zelaya pulls guard effortlessly.
Zelaya wants to sweep but no luck.
Zelaya seems keen to control Espinoza's posture.#T2#
Espinoza throws a strike but Zelaya rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Zelaya is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Espinoza is looking for a triangle but Zelaya pushes his legs off easily.
Zelaya loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Zelaya is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3#
Espinoza can't keep his opponent in guard - Zelaya advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Zelaya controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Espinoza is defending against the submission attempts here by Zelaya.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Zelaya performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Zelaya's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manny Zelaya dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Zelaya shoots in but Espinoza avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Espinoza keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Zelaya keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Espinoza's efforts to push away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zelaya is working for takedown but Espinoza is calmly controlling the position for now.
Rory Espinoza has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Manny Zelaya.
Espinoza is trying to break free.#T1#
Espinoza tries to break free but Zelaya pushes him back against the cage.
Espinoza is trying to break free.
Zelaya wants to take the fight to the mat but Espinoza manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Espinoza tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Zelaya tries for a takedown. No joy.
#BC2#
Zelaya breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Zelaya shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Espinoza sprawls well. Espinoza wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Zelaya gets slowly back to his feet.
Espinoza throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Zelaya stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2##CL2#
Zelaya instigates a clinch.
Zelaya blocks the elbow strike.
Zelaya's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#TD2#
Zelaya ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Zelaya no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Zelaya manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Espinoza manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Zelaya is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Espinoza doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Zelaya is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Zelaya trying to control the position from guard on top but Espinoza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zelaya pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Espinoza is keeping the position for now. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Zelaya controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Zelaya passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Zelaya working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Zelaya wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Espinoza, who protects the arm well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manny Zelaya showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Espinoza stuffs the takedown attempt from Zelaya. Zelaya gets slowly back to his feet.
Zelaya goes for a double leg but Espinoza avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Espinoza continues to drive forward.
Espinoza is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Zelaya.
Zelaya closes this distance looking for a takedown but Espinoza circles away.
Espinoza is looking to counter the offense by Zelaya and move into the clinch.
Rory Espinoza has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Manny Zelaya.#CL2#
Zelaya drives through and clinches with Espinoza against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Espinoza just misses with a elbow thrown towards Zelaya's brow.
Espinoza is trying to break free.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Espinoza pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Zelaya is defended easily by Espinoza.#T1#
Zelaya misses with a head kick.
Espinoza displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Zelaya.
Espinoza changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Espinoza misses with a straight left. #CL2#
Zelaya clinches. #TD2#
Zelaya decides to pull guard.
Espinoza working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Zelaya's head.
Zelaya looking for a sweep. Not yet Zelaya, not yet.
Zelaya is trying to control the position but Espinoza postures up. #T2#
Zelaya tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zelaya takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Espinoza chips away with some ground and pound.
Manny Zelaya has got the better of the ground game so far.
Zelaya is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Espinoza tries to get to full guard but Zelaya has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Zelaya is looking for a kimura but Espinoza is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zelaya to get the leverage.
Zelaya is keen to just control but Espinoza is a slippery customer.
Espinoza is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3##SUB2#
Espinoza is defending against the submission attempts here by Zelaya.
Espinoza wants to improve his position but Zelaya is controlling well.
Zelaya not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Zelaya seems to be looking for submissions.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Zelaya keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Zelaya.
Zelaya fails with a takedown attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Manny Zelaya.
I've got Zelaya 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manny Zelaya!
A determined Manny Zelaya didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!
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Event:
TRFC82
Date: Jul 02, 2017 |
#R1#
Zelaya throws a sloppy head kick and Sucuibi moves out of range easily.
Sucuibi misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Zelaya counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Zelaya. #BC#
Zelaya breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Zelaya blocks a jab.
Sucuibi with a poor takedown #CL#
and Zelaya moves into the clinch.
Sucuibi tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Zelaya avoids it.
Sucuibi is trying to push Zelaya away but Zelaya has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC#
Zelaya manages to break the clinch.
Sucuibi tries to clinch up#KD#
and Zelaya counters with a crisp one two that drops Sucuibi! Zelaya thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Sucuibi to his feet! Sucuibi is in big trouble!
Zelaya keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Manny Zelaya has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyler Sucuibi.
Nice sprawl there from Sucuibi as Zelaya shoots in.
Zelaya shoots in for a takedown but Sucuibi shows good takedown defense. #T1#
Zelaya misses with a kick to the body.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Sucuibi crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Zelaya - the referee stops the clock and Sucuibi gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Zelaya. Sucuibi manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Sucuibi takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Sucuibi shoots in looking for a takedown but Zelaya manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sucuibi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sucuibi looks for a takedown but Zelaya sprawls well.
Sucuibi looks winded!
Sucuibi misses with a body kick.
Zelaya swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Zelaya tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sucuibi sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Zelaya somewhat.#CL2#
Sucuibi takes the fight into the clinch. #T2##BC#
Zelaya manages to break the clinch.
Sucuibi tries to close the distance and clinch but Zelaya swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Sucuibi has eaten all the pies!
Zelaya with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2#
and Sucuibi moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Sucuibi pulls Zelaya into guard.
Sucuibi is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
This has been an exciting period of action!#ES#
Zelaya manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Sucuibi doesn't manage to clinch there - Zelaya circles away.
Zelaya avoids the head kick by Sucuibi.
#CL#
Zelaya drives through and clinches with Sucuibi against the cage.
#T3#
Sucuibi tries to break free but Zelaya pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Zelaya's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sucuibi avoids the body shot from Zelaya.
Zelaya works over Sucuibi's head and body with a nice combination.#CUT#
It looks like Tyler Sucuibi has been cut.
Sucuibi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Zelaya defends well and Sucuibi ends up having to push Zelaya into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Zelaya with a jab.
No luck for Zelaya with that takedown attempt.
Sucuibi takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#ROC#
Sucuibi is rocked!#CL#
Zelaya moves into the clinch successfully.
Zelaya holding his opponent close, against the cage.
#T4#
Sucuibi tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Zelaya just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC#
Zelaya escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Zelaya shoots in but no luck this time. #CL#
Zelaya clinches up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sucuibi fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Zelaya tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Sucuibi just stands there and leans against the cage.
Zelaya tries for a takedown but Sucuibi manages to get underhooks.
Sucuibi tries to break the clinch but Zelaya is controlling the position. #BC2#
Sucuibi escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Zelaya shoots in but Sucuibi avoids the takedown attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manny Zelaya dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tyler Sucuibi's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Sucuibi misses with a double jab.
#CL2#
Sucuibi clinches up with Zelaya and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Zelaya breaks from the clinch.
Zelaya shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sucuibi pinned against the cage. Sucuibi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Zelaya displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sucuibi. #CL#
Zelaya rushes Sucuibi and presses him up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zelaya tries to pull guard but Sucuibi won't allow it.
Zelaya holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Sucuibi tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#T1#
Sucuibi has Zelaya pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Zelaya manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sucuibi is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Zelaya to keep the fight standing.
Manny Zelaya has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyler Sucuibi.#BC2#
Sucuibi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Horrible takedown attempt by Zelaya or perhaps it was just good defense by Sucuibi, which made it look bad.
Zelaya tries to clinch but Sucuibi is having none of it.
Sucuibi tries to score with a low kick but Zelaya moves his leg out of the way.
Sucuibi shoots in and drives through. Zelaya sprawls well.
Sucuibi is breathing heavily.
Zelaya tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sucuibi is able to avoid easily.
Zelaya misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T2#
Zelaya scores with a push kick.
Zelaya fails to land the takedown.
Zelaya leaves Sucuibi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sucuibi stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Sucuibi wants it to stay on the feet.
Sucuibi is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Sucuibi shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Zelaya as he avoids it easily.
Zelaya tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Sucuibi manages to circle out of the way.#CL#
Zelaya takes the fight into the clinch.
Zelaya tries for a takedown. No joy.
#BC2#
Sucuibi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T3#
Zelaya fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sucuibi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Zelaya drops down looking for a counter takedown but Sucuibi sprawls and moves away.#CL#
Zelaya clinches with his opponent.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Zelaya holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Zelaya tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Sucuibi smiles and moves away.
#T4#
Sucuibi throws a body kick that misses.
Sucuibi fails to land the takedown.
Zelaya half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Zelaya looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sucuibi is fending him off so far but Zelaya persists. Nope, Sucuibi circles away and we're back to standing.
Sucuibi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sucuibi shoots for a double leg takedown but Zelaya sprawls well. He's pushed Sucuibi's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Sucuibi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Zelaya.#CL2#
Sucuibi darts in and clinches Zelaya up against the cage.
Zelaya misses with a body punch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zelaya just leaning against Sucuibi, taking a breather.
Sucuibi tries to stall but Zelaya uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manny Zelaya dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Tyler Sucuibi's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Sucuibi throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Zelaya counters by clinching up.
Zelaya missing with knees to the body.
Sucuibi looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Sucuibi prevents the takedown attempt.
Sucuibi tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Zelaya tries for a takedown but Sucuibi manages to get underhooks.
Sucuibi wants to take the fight to the mat but Zelaya manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC#
Zelaya breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Zelaya is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sucuibi can do to turn this around?
Zelaya shoots for a takedown but Sucuibi saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Manny Zelaya. 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.
Sucuibi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Zelaya throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sucuibi's waist but Sucuibi gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Zelaya off to one side.
Manny Zelaya is winning the standup battle so far.
Zelaya misses with a combination
and Sucuibi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##CL#
Zelaya drives through and clinches with Sucuibi against the cage.
Sucuibi is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Zelaya pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Zelaya jumps guard but Sucuibi turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Zelaya holding his opponent close, against the cage.
#BC2#
Sucuibi escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sucuibi fails with the takedown
and Sucuibi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sucuibi blocks a head kick by Zelaya.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Zelaya.#T2#
Sucuibi tries for a takedown but Zelaya sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Sucuibi doesn't manage to clinch there - Zelaya circles away.
Sucuibi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Zelaya defends well and Sucuibi ends up having to push Zelaya into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Zelaya shoots in and drives through. Sucuibi sprawls well.#CL#
Zelaya has managed to clinch.
Sucuibi is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Zelaya gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC#
Zelaya breaks the clinch.
Manny Zelaya is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Zelaya tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sucuibi swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Despite the aggression on Sucuibi's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Zelaya fails in his attempt to clinch.
Zelaya scores with a nice right hand.
Zelaya lands with a nice body punch. #T3##CL#
Zelaya moves into the clinch successfully.
Sucuibi is trying to pull guard but Zelaya has him pressed against the cage.
Sucuibi tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Zelaya smiles and moves away.
Sucuibi tried to score with a low kick but Zelaya checks it.
Zelaya throws a big counter combination but Sucuibi scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Zelaya lands with a shot to the body. #CL#
Zelaya has Sucuibi up against the cage in a clinch.
Zelaya landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Zelaya fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Sucuibi has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Zelaya is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Sucuibi looking to stall.
#T4#
Zelaya leaning against his opponent.
#TD#
Zelaya decides to pull guard.
Zelaya trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Zelaya throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Zelaya is looking to stand up but Sucuibi isn't so interested in that idea.
And that's the end of the fight!
Manny Zelaya showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Zelaya, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight for Manny Zelaya!
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight for Manny Zelaya!
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight for Manny Zelaya!
Manny Zelaya wins by unanimous decision!
A determined Manny Zelaya didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!
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Event:
TRFC80
Date: Jun 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Zelaya looks for a takedown but Jeaux Jr sprawls well.
Jeaux Jr scores with a nice strike.
Jeaux Jr avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jeaux Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jeaux Jr throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nice straight punches there by Zelaya. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Zelaya.#CL2#
Zelaya pushes Jeaux Jr up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Zelaya pulls guard.
Zelaya wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Jeaux Jr controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zelaya looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jeaux Jr is one step ahead there.
Jeaux Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zelaya is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Zelaya keeping moving, preventing Jeaux Jr from controlling successfully.
Zelaya is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Jeaux Jr drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Jeaux Jr jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Jeaux Jr working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Zelaya's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zelaya has Jeaux Jr pulled in close to control his posture.
Jeaux Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Zelaya is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Jeaux Jr forces his way into half guard.
Jeaux Jr drops an elbow to the side of Zelaya's head.
Ground and pound from Jeaux Jr.
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. Jeaux Jr connects with a nice short shot to Zelaya's temple. #SUB#
Jeaux Jr 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. Zelaya tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Jeaux Jr!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). August Jeaux Jr!
August Jeaux Jr made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Yall know my slogan! *holds mic out to the crowd* I am the lion's strike and the wolf's jaws! Before my next bout I'll fix my flaws! LYYLLLLLLLLEEEEE, run me my 10 bands for eviscerating this bum! Next!!!'.
The defeated Manny Zelaya had this to say: 'I want a rematch so I make the greatest knockout of all time! '.
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Date: May 18, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Zelaya clinches up against the cage.
Burks dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Burks misses with a punch to the body.
Zelaya looking for a takedown.
Burks tries for a takedown but Zelaya manages to get underhooks.
Zelaya drops down looking for an ankle pick but Burks pulls his leg out and moves away.
Zelaya misses with a takedown attempt - Burks sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Burks is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Zelaya.
Nicky Burks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Manny Zelaya.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Zelaya is defended easily by Burks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zelaya throws a head kick that misses.
Burks avoids the head kick by Zelaya.
Burks really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T1##CL2#
Zelaya clinches up with Burks and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Zelaya manages to break the clinch.
Zelaya lands a nice hook to Burks's body. Burks takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL2#
Zelaya clinches with his opponent.
#BC2#
Zelaya breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Zelaya avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Burks takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CUT2#
It looks like Nicky Burks has been cut.#CL2#
Zelaya rushes Burks and presses him up against the cage.
Burks tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Burks goes for a takedown in the clinch but Zelaya prevents it.
Zelaya tries to pull guard but Burks won't allow it.
#T2#
Burks can't get the takedown.
Burks has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Zelaya after a bit of a struggle.
Burks is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Zelaya pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Zelaya managing to block the knees to the body from Burks.
Zelaya is looking for a takedown.
Zelaya lands a body shot in the clinch.
#TD2#
Zelaya jumps into guard, dragging Burks to the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Burks slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Zelaya wants to get back to his feet but Burks is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T3#
Zelaya looking to hit a scissor sweep but Burks is one step ahead there.
Zelaya looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB2#
Zelaya is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Burks won't allow Zelaya to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#CL2#
Zelaya gets a clinch. #TD2#
Zelaya has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Burks uses from the top position.
Zelaya pulls Burks in close to his closed guard and prevents Burks from doing any damage or advancing position.
Burks wants to control from the top but Zelaya keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zelaya has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manny Zelaya dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nicky Burks's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Zelaya tries for a takedown but Burks sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Zelaya has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Zelaya rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Burks moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
Zelaya moves into the clinch.
Zelaya is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Zelaya can't get the takedown.
Burks throws a head punch that misses.
Zelaya gets underhooks to prevent Burks's takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zelaya lands a good knee to the midsection. Burks won't want to take too many of those.
A short body shot lands from Zelaya as the two fighters clinch.
#TD2#
Zelaya pulls guard.
Burks is stalling in the full guard. #T1##ES2#
Zelaya kicks Burks off and gets to his feet.
Zelaya jabs at Burks's body.
Burks stuffs the takedown attempt from Zelaya. Zelaya gets slowly back to his feet.
Nicky Burks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Manny Zelaya.
Zelaya dives in and grabs Burks's left leg, looking for a takedown. Burks pushes down on Zelaya's head and hops out.
Burks seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Zelaya tries to score a power double leg takedown but Burks sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Zelaya somewhat.
Zelaya is breathing heavily.#T2#
Burks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Zelaya doesn't manage to clinch there - Burks circles away.
Burks throws a big counter combination but Zelaya scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Zelaya closes the distance and clinches.
Burks is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Zelaya is defending well for now.
Zelaya tries to pull guard but Burks forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Burks is trying to drag Zelaya to the mat but Zelaya just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Burks is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Zelaya pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Manny Zelaya seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Zelaya will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Burks up against the cage.#BC2#
Zelaya breaks the clinch.
#T3#
Burks stuffs the takedown attempt from Zelaya. Zelaya gets slowly back to his feet.
Burks swats away the attempt to clinch by Zelaya.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Zelaya.
As Zelaya looks to move away, Burks throws a big counter combo but Zelaya just gets out of the way.
Zelaya missing with a left hand there. Burks was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #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.
Zelaya looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Burks is fending him off so far but Zelaya persists. Nope, Burks circles away and we're back to standing.
As Zelaya looks to move away, Burks throws a big counter combo but Zelaya just gets out of the way.#CL2#
Zelaya gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Zelaya pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Zelaya wants to clinch but Burks slips to the side#TD#
and Burks counters with a nice double leg into side control. Zelaya won't be happy with that.
Zelaya tries to get back to half guard but can't.
A lull in the action here as Burks stalls from top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
What's Zelaya going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manny Zelaya showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Nicky Burks's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Burks tries to close the distance and clinch but Zelaya swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Burks stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Burks wants it to stay on the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Burks as Zelaya shoots in.#CL2#
Zelaya moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Zelaya breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Zelaya gets tackled into the cage by Burks. Burks maintains the clinch.
Zelaya is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Burks gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Nicky Burks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Manny Zelaya.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zelaya tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Zelaya takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Burks throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Burks prevents the takedown attempt.
A short right from Burks.
Burks drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#T1#
Burks changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Zelaya fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Zelaya tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Burks paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Zelaya shoots in looking for a takedown but Burks manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Zelaya's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Burks is looking to counter punch.
Zelaya tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Burks swivels and escapes.
Zelaya with a lazy takedown attempt
and Burks counters with a two punch combo.
Zelaya throws a head kick that misses.
Burks appears to be looking for a big counter.
Burks throws a head kick but Zelaya moves out of range.
Zelaya shoots in for a takedown but Burks shows good takedown defense. #T2##CL#
Burks takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Burks has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Zelaya regains guard immediately.
Zelaya is wriggling around but Burks manages to pass to half guard.
#REVB#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Burks is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Zelaya is trying is best to control the position here. #T3#
Zelaya is trying to maintain the position but Burks is very close to passing his half guard.
Burks is taking a breather. Zelaya says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Zelaya trying to control but Burks postures up.
Burks trying to control from half guard but Zelaya is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#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.
Zelaya gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Zelaya isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Burks stacks Zelaya on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Burks!
Zelaya tries to bench press Burks off him but Burks keeps the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zelaya is still trying to improve position.
Nicky Burks has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Manny Zelaya is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Zelaya struggling a bit here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nicky Burks showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Zelaya has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manny Zelaya!
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