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Event:
EMP Ispa vs Toivonen
Date: Aug 02, 2019 |
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Jackson misses the target.
Jackson throws a hook to the side of Sainty's head but Sainty sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD#
Sainty darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Still in half guard, Sainty seems content to control.
Sainty trying to pass the guard but Jackson defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sainty wants to control but Jackson is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Sainty is looking for a kimura but Jackson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sainty to get the leverage. #T1#
Jackson is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson has a hand on Sainty's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Sainty takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Jackson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Jackson is trying to reverse the position but instead Sainty has taken his back - oops!
Jackson tries to break free.
Sainty controls the action.#T2#
Jackson trying to get back to his feet but Sainty is in full control for now.
Sainty doesn't have the hooks in and Jackson manages to turn into his guard.
Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Sainty is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Sainty has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jackson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Sainty throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T3#
Jackson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Sainty is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson landing some decent shots from guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jackson landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Sainty has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jackson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Sainty is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jackson defends well.
Jackson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Jackson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Sainty is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jackson defends well.
Jackson scoring with punches to the head and body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Sainty looking for subs off his back but Jackson has passed one foot through into half guard.
Sainty tries to get to full guard but Jackson has control of the leg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Daniel Sainty dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Jackson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jackson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sainty is looking to clinch but Jackson is avoiding it.
Sainty is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jackson can do to turn this around?
Sainty slips under a jab from Jackson.
A jab from Sainty finds it's way through Jackson's defenses. #TD2#
Jackson looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Sainty!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sainty tries to bench press Jackson off him but Jackson keeps the position.
Sainty is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Jackson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Sainty regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1#
Jackson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Jackson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Jackson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sainty is trying to keep Jackson in close.
Jackson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Sainty is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sainty looking to control.
#SUB#
Sainty 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! Jackson rolls with it to try and escape but Sainty cranks on the arm and Jackson is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Daniel Sainty!
Daniel Sainty really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that IniTech Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
EMP Tower vs Marciano
Date: Jul 19, 2019 |
#R1#
Vasquez throws a looping overhand right but Jackson ducks down to avoid it.
Vasquez tries to land a body kick
and Jackson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vasquez connects with a solid leg kick.
Vasquez missing with a left hand there. Jackson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vasquez throws a push kick but Jackson slaps the foot to one side.
And Jackson tries to counter it with a takedown but Vasquez pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Vasquez scores with a spinning back kick!
Vasquez dips to his left and cracks Jackson with an uppercut!
Vasquez pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vasquez lands with an uppercut that bounces Jackson off the cage and back into range.
Vasquez listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Good exchange - Jackson coming out on top.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vasquez lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Vasquez lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Vasquez moves into range and connects with a jab. #T1#
Vasquez displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jackson throws out the jab.
Vasquez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vasquez lunges at Jackson with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Jackson's hand.
Jackson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vasquez sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A head kick misses from Vasquez.
Jackson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Jackson blocks a low kick nicely.
Jackson takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Vasquez throws out a loose jab but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vasquez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Vasquez throws a big shot that misses.
Jackson dodges the punch combination from Vasquez.
#T2#
Vasquez ducks under a wild hook from Jackson.
It looked like Vasquez was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jackson.
A jab from Jackson misses.
Vasquez misses with an uppercut
and Jackson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Jackson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vasquez.
Nando Vasquez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Both fighters circling a little - Vasquez finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vasquez connects with a looping right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vasquez. Jackson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jackson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jackson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Vasquez throws a quick counter kick to the body but Jackson avoids it.
Vasquez pushes Jackson away with a front kick.
Vasquez feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jacksons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Vasquez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jackson was well out of range. Poor timing from Vasquez.
Jackson on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T3#
Vasquez looks to land a body kick but Jackson moved away.
Vasquez throws a push kick but Jackson slaps the foot to one side.
Vasquez is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A bone on bone clash there as Jackson blocks the leg kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Jackson misses.
Vasquez lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jackson's sensitive parts.
Jackson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Vasquez was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
The fighters circling - Jackson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vasquez lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Vasquez.
Nice sprawl there from Vasquez as Jackson shoots in.
Vasquez swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jackson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Vasquez defends it well.
Vasquez misses with an attempted mid kick.
Vasquez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T4#
Both fighters circling a little - Vasquez finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Vasquez throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD2#
and Jackson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES#
Vasquez scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jackson takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Vasquez throws a body kick that misses.
Vasquez misses with an uppercut
and Jackson counters with a left to the body.
Jackson misses with a looping right.
Vasquez appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Vasquez pushes Jackson away with a front kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vasquez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vasquez slips a straight right by Jackson.
Vasquez lands with a thumping leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nando Vasquez dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Vasquez tries to score with a low kick but Jackson moves his leg out of the way.
Vasquez tries to work over Jackson's front leg with a kick but Jackson checks it.
Vasquez staying out of range there.
Jackson misses with a left hand
and Vasquez counters with a nice body kick.
Jackson takes one to the side of the head.
Vasquez throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Vasquez throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Nice defenses there by Vasquez.
As Jackson looks to move away, Vasquez throws a big counter combo but Jackson just gets out of the way.
Vasquez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jackson can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vasquez throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Vasquez swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jackson.
Vasquez is looking to slow Jackson down with leg kicks.
Vasquez lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
#T1#
Jackson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jackson throws a right hand that misses
and Vasquez counters with a nice kick to the body.
Jackson on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Nando Vasquez is winning the standup battle so far.
Vasquez closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Jackson throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Vasquez to counter with a crisp jab.
Jab, jab by Vasquez - just one landing.
Vasquez connects with an inside leg kick.
Jackson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nando Vasquez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vasquez dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jackson. That did some damage!
Jackson has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Vasquez.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice defenses there by Jackson.
Jackson misses with a jab, cross combination.
A slapping leg kick lands for Vasquez.
#T2#
Vasquez stuns Jackson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Vasquez connects with a crisp jab.
A good leg kick by Vasquez.
Vasquez misses with a left hand
and Jackson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jackson takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Jackson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Vasquez.
Jackson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Vasquez keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jackson.
Vasquez throws a counter high kick but Jackson was just alert enough to avoid it.
Jackson misses with an uppercut
and Vasquez counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jackson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vasquez as he avoids it easily.
Vasquez scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Vasquez cracks Jackson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jackson takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T3#
Vasquez throws a head kick but Jackson moves out of range.
A combination from Vasquez does no damage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jackson! But no joy.
Vasquez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vasquez fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jackson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Good leg kick by Vasquez there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
A nice leg kick lands there from Vasquez.
Jackson ducks under a wild hook from Vasquez.
A leg kick checked by Jackson.
Vasquez thumps Jackson with a low kick.
Jackson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Vasquez can pounce on him.
Jackson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vasquez.
It appears Vasquez was looking to counter with a kick there.#T4#
Vasquez lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Vasquez misses with a looping right.
Nice uppercut there from Jackson.
Vasquez connects with an inside leg kick.
Jackson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jackson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Vasquez can pounce on him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vasquez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jackson missing with a left hand there. Vasquez was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vasquez shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Jackson eats them both and turns towards Vasquez to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Jackson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Vasquez at a distance.
Vasquez thows a body kick. Jackson tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Vasquez misses with a leg kick
and Jackson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nando Vasquez dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Vasquez misses with a hook
and Jackson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jackson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jackson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#ROC2#
Vasquez is rocked!
Vasquez throws a nice inside leg kick.
Oh Vasquez is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jackson lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Vasquez falls backwards - clearly groggy! Jackson dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randall Jackson!
A relieved looking Randall Jackson thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
EMP Papadopoulos Vs Scrotum
Date: Jun 14, 2019 |
#R1#
Kickboxer misses with a two punch combination.
Jackson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Jackson falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Kickboxer counter with a right hand.
Kickboxer misses with a looping right.
Jackson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kickboxer catches Jackson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jackson moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kickboxer cracks Jackson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jackson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kickboxer misses with a straight right.
Jackson scores with a punch to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jackson goes for a double leg but Kickboxer avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kickboxer continues to drive forward.#T1#
A head kick misses from Kickboxer.
Kickboxer will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've been told by Kickboxer's head coaches at White's ELITE Fitness Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Jackson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kickboxer tries a head kick but it misses.
Kickboxer misses with a body shot
and Jackson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kickboxer blocks a jab.
Jackson swinging wildly here.
A slow jab from Jackson misses its intended target. #T2#
Kickboxer throws a head kick that misses.
Kickboxer walks into a left hand.
Hawaiian Kickboxer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kickboxer loads up on a big right hand but Jackson slips the punch.
Kickboxer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kickboxer tries a head kick but it misses.
Jackson misses with a left hand
and Kickboxer counters with a right hand to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jackson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kickboxer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jackson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kickboxer looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Jackson moves out of range of the leg kick from Kickboxer.
Kickboxer slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3#
Jackson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kickboxer.
Jackson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but Kickboxer is just out of range.
Hawaiian Kickboxer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
An inside leg kick from Kickboxer misses.
Kickboxer tries a low kick but Jackson avoids it.
Jackson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice cross by Kickboxer.
Kickboxer catches Jackson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jackson swings widly with a right hand
and Kickboxer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kickboxer is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Good shot there by Jackson.#CUT2#
It looks like Hawaiian Kickboxer has been cut.
Kickboxer moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kickboxer lands a front kick.
Jackson ducks right into an uppercut from Kickboxer. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson misses with an uppercut
and Kickboxer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jackson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kickboxer moves away.
Jackson lands with a cross.
Kickboxer lands with a kick to the temple. Jackson shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Jackson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Jackson throws an overhand right that lands on Kickboxer's shoulder, as Kickboxer tries to avoid the shot.
Jackson shoots for a double leg takedown but Kickboxer sprawls well. He's pushed Jackson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
It looked like Kickboxer was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kickboxer throws a right hand that Jackson ducks under and follows up with a left that Jackson also avoids with ease.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jackson! But no joy.
Jackson ducks under a wild hook from Kickboxer.
Jackson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kickboxer throws a sloppy head kick
and Jackson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kickboxer misses the shot to the body.
Jackson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hawaiian Kickboxer dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Hawaiian Kickboxer's cut.
That's time! Kickboxer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Kickboxer lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kickboxer throws a big shot that misses.
Jackson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kickboxer defends it nicely.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kickboxer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A big left from Jackson misses.
The fighters circling - Jackson throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackson. Kickboxer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jackson misses with a looping right.
Jackson looks to throw the jab but Kickboxer is out of range.
Kickboxer slips a jab and a cross from Jackson.
Kickboxer scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kickboxer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jackson can do to turn this around?
Kickboxer tries to bum rush Jackson with a series of wild strikes but Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A jab from Jackson finds it's way through Kickboxer's defenses.
Jackson swings for the body but Kickboxer moves out of range.
Kickboxer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
Jackson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kickboxer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jackson throws a lazy uppercut
and Jackson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Kickboxer ducks under a wild hook from Jackson.
Jackson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kickboxer lands with an overhand left.
Kickboxer waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jackson.
Kickboxer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Jackson might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Kickboxer has got the better of the exchanges.
Kickboxer slips a jab from Jackson.
Kickboxer is looking to counter punch.
Jackson scores with a jab to the body.
Jackson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kickboxer moves away.
Jackson just misses with a punch to the body.
Jackson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jackson moves out of range of the strikes.#T3#
Jackson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Sloppy strikes from Jackson. Those never looked like landing.
Jackson catches Kickboxer with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kickboxer scores with a hook.
Jackson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jackson misses with an uppercut. Kickboxer saw that one coming.
Kickboxer throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jackson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kickboxer.
Jackson throws a shot from downtown. Kickboxer moves away and avoids it.
A quick step to the side and Kickboxer tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kickboxer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jackson was well out of range. Poor timing from Kickboxer.
Jackson is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T4#
Kickboxer tries a head kick but it misses.
A little jabbing left from Jackson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kickboxer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kickboxer defending well as Jackson loads up on a big left hand.
Kickboxer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kickboxer throws a head kick that misses.
Jackson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A head kick misses from Kickboxer.
Jackson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Jackson throws a big shot that misses.
Kickboxer lands a head kick. Jackson smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Jackson takes a kick to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hawaiian Kickboxer dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Hawaiian Kickboxer's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kickboxer throws a lazy right hand but Jackson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
No joy there for Kickboxer, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hawaiian Kickboxer is winning the standup battle so far.
Kickboxer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kickboxer goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nice shot by Jackson.
Kickboxer moves out of range as Jackson strikes.
Kickboxer with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kickboxer scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Danga de danga de dang - Kickboxer scores with a four punch combination!
Jackson goes for a double leg but Kickboxer avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kickboxer continues to drive forward.
Kickboxer lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#T1#
A head kick misses from Kickboxer.
Jackson misses with a hook. Kickboxer ducked under it nicely.
Jackson works Kickboxer's body with a nice hook.
Kickboxer throws a head kick that misses.
Jackson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kickboxer with a body shot.
A jab from Jackson misses.
Jackson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jackson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kickboxer defends well and Jackson ends up having to push Kickboxer into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kickboxer cracks the inside of Jackson's front leg.
Kickboxer lands with a cross.
Jackson blocks a head kick by Kickboxer.
Kickboxer defending well as Jackson loads up on a big left hand.
Jackson just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromKickboxer.#T2#
Jackson misses with an uppercut
and Kickboxer counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Kickboxer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jackson missing with a left hand there. Kickboxer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kickboxer thuds his right hand into Jackson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kickboxer ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson throws a body punch but Kickboxer moves out of range.
Jackson just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromKickboxer.
Jackson throws a right and a left that Kickboxer avoids nicely.
Jackson throws an off balance right hand
and Kickboxer makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kickboxer misses with a wild combination.
Randall Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Kickboxer digs a good hook to Jackson's body.
Kickboxer throws a right hand that misses
and Jackson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jackson misses with an uppercut.
Kickboxer is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kickboxer throws a lazy right hand but Jackson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A left lands for Jackson.
Jackson misses with a hook
and Kickboxer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jackson misses with a straight right.
Jackson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kickboxer.
Kickboxer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T4#
Kickboxer shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kickboxer connects with a right hand. Jackson shakes it off.
Jackson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jackson throws a hook but Kickboxer blocks it.
Kickboxer is looking to counter punch.
Kickboxer scores with a jab. Jackson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kickboxer connects with a leg kick. Jackson looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Kickboxer takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nice body punch from Kickboxer.
Kickboxer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hawaiian Kickboxer is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kickboxer lands with a nice combination. Jackson backs away looking to recover.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hawaiian Kickboxer showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kickboxer 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 James Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hawaiian Kickboxer!
Hawaiian Kickboxer really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Freebok (85% Laundry) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
EMP Araujo vs Lemieux
Date: May 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Hirigushi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jackson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hirigushi misses with the combination.
Jackson is looking to counter punch.
A slow jab from Jackson misses its intended target.
Hirigushi misses with a right hand
and Jackson counters with a nice body shot.
Jackson throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Hirigushi to counter with a crisp jab.
A big left from Jackson misses.
Jackson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jackson misses with a body shot
and Jackson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirigushi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jackson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hirigushi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Jackson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The fighters circling - Jackson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A nice side step and Hirigushi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T1#
Hirigushi defending well as Jackson loads up on a big left hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackson. Hirigushi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jackson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hirigushi to score with a decent uppercut.
Hirigushi has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#CL2#
Hirigushi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jackson blocks an uppercut.
#BC2#
Hirigushi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jackson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hirigushi.
Jackson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hirigushi connects with a looping right hand.
Jackson cracks Hirigushi with a good jab.
Jackson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hirigushi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hirigushi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T2#
Jackson takes one to the side of the head.
Hirigushi has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Hirigushi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jackson moves away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hirigushi scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Hirigushi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jackson.
Hirigushi keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Hirigushi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jackson.
Hirigushi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jackson.#ROC#
Hirigushi is rocked!
Jackson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hirigushi is still on wobbly legs! Can Jackson finish him?
Hirigushi slips under a jab from Jackson.
Hirigushi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
Hirigushi seems to have recovered his senses.
Hirigushi uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jackson has time to react.#T3#
Hirigushi swinging wildly here.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Hirigushi, as that shot connected.
Hirigushi misses with a hook.
An attempted straight right counter from Jackson misses the target.
Jackson looks to land a left hand but Hirigushi moved out of range nicely.
Hirigushi throws out a powerful jab.
Kendo Hirigushi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jackson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hirigushi.
Hirigushi lands a slapping body shot.
Jackson swats away the attempt to clinch by Hirigushi.#T4#
Hirigushi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jackson.
Hirigushi tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Jackson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hirigushi cracks Jackson with an open hand slap.
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but Hirigushi is just out of range.
Hirigushi sizes up Jackson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jackson misses with a hook.
Jackson takes a swing at Hirigushi's ribcage but misses.
Hirigushi throws out a loose jab but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Jackson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kendo Hirigushi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hirigushi throws a shot to the body.
Hirigushi sizes up Jackson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jackson misses with a double jab
and Hirigushi counters with a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kendo Hirigushi dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Hirigushi misses with a hook. Jackson ducked under it nicely.
Hirigushi pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Jackson back to the cage. Hirigushi follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Jackson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hirigushi.
Hirigushi throws the left hand but Jackson avoids the punch easily.
Hirigushi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jackson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hirigushi tries to clinch #KD#
and Jackson counters with a leg kick then a big left hand that sends Hirigushi down! Jackson is looking to finish but Hirigushi is intelligently defending himself.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jackson looking to pass the guard.
Hirigushi is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1#
Jackson lands a couple of elbows.
Hirigushi wants to get back to his feet but Jackson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Jackson trying to control but Hirigushi is working from the bottom.
Hirigushi wants to stand but Jackson is controlling the position.
Jackson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson throwing strikes from guard but Hirigushi blocks nicely.
Jackson stops Hirigushi from standing up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hirigushi cracks Jackson with a good jab.
Jackson with a poor takedown
and Hirigushi counters with a two punch combo.
Hirigushi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jackson moves out of range as Hirigushi strikes.
Jackson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hirigushi's hands.
Hirigushi lands a nice shot that snaps Jackson's head back.
Hirigushi swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jackson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Hirigushi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hirigushi with a jab.
Hirigushi takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#TD#
Hirigushi gets caught flat footed, as Jackson shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#T3#
Jackson stops Hirigushi from standing up.
Jackson working some strikes from top position.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Hirigushi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson landing with the ground and pound.
Jackson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hirigushi avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jackson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hirigushi keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
Jackson throws an elbow that misses. Hirigushi uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Jackson's guard. Nice move by Hirigushi!#REVB#
Hirigushi tries to stand but Jackson is controlling from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kendo Hirigushi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Jackson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hirigushi looks to score with a jab to the body but Jackson is just out of range.
Jackson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hirigushi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jackson misses with a right hand
and Jackson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jackson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jackson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hirigushi looks to score with a jab to the body but Jackson is just out of range.
A slow jab from Hirigushi misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Hirigushi misses with a looping right.
Jackson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hirigushi scores with a punch to the head.
Hirigushi lands a nice shot to the body.
#T1#
Hirigushi fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
It looked like Jackson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hirigushi connects with a body shot.
Jackson shoots in looking for a takedown. Hirigushi tries to sprawl out of it but Jackson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hirigushi manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Jackson staying out of range there.
Hirigushi lands the left hand.
Hirigushi drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
The fighters circling - Jackson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jackson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hirigushi's head.#T2#
Hirigushi throws a hook to the side of Jackson's head but Jackson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jackson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hirigushi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jackson takes one on the button.
Jackson misses with a lunging right hand
and Hirigushi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jackson throws a right hand that misses
and Hirigushi counters with a left to the body.
Kendo Hirigushi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A punch lands to the side of Jackson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Hirigushi cracks Jackson with a good jab.
A jab lands there for Jackson.
Hirigushi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Hirigushi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hirigushi avoids the body shot from Jackson.
Randall Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Jackson misses with an uppercut
and Hirigushi counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hirigushi thuds his right hand into Jackson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Jackson throws a lazy right hand but Hirigushi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Some wild striking there from Hirigushi.
Hirigushi dodges the punch combination from Jackson.
Kendo Hirigushi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Jackson lands a nice looking body shot.
Jackson misses with a hook
and Hirigushi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Hirigushi scores with a nice right hand.
Hirigushi fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hirigushi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hirigushi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jackson looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#CL2#
Hirigushi gets a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson tries to pull guard but Hirigushi won't allow it.
Hirigushi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#TD#
Jackson manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Jackson wants to sweep but no luck.
Jackson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hirigushi's guard. #REVR#
And that's the end of the fight!
Kendo Hirigushi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Hirigushi 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kendo Hirigushi!
Kendo Hirigushi spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Event:
EMP Verygood vs Alcala
Date: Apr 19, 2019 |
#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Jackson.
Thai thinks about the counter body kick.
Jackson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jackson throws a jab but it's blocked by Thai.
Thai avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jackson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CL#
Jackson has closed the distance and engaged Thai in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Jackson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Thai lands a knee to the body.
Jackson managing to block the knees to the body from Thai.
Thai landing knees to the head.
Jackson tries to pull guard but Thai forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T1#
Thai trying to land knees to the body.
Jackson jumps guard but Thai stands there with Jackson around his waist. Jackson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Randall Jackson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thai lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Jackson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Thai fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Jackson dives in for a single leg takedown but Thai sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Thai counters with a body kick.#TD#
Jackson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#ES2#
Thai bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Jackson throws a right hand that misses
and Thai counters with a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Thai shapes to counter with a head kick.
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but Thai is just out of range.
Jackson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Thai sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jackson somewhat.
Jackson backing away here, and Thai unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T2#
Jackson shoots for a takedown but Thai saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Jackson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Thai looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Thai listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL#
Jackson instigates a clinch.
Jackson avoiding damage as Thai throws knees to the body.
Jackson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Thai after a bit of a struggle.
Jackson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Thai gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Thai blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jackson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T3#
Thai gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Jackson.
Jackson is trying to push Thai away but Thai has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD#
Jackson gets control of Thai's arms and successfully pulls guard. Jackson will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Jackson wants to hit a switch here but Thai passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Jackson there!
Thai trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Thai takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Thai can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jackson is looking to escape. #T4#
Jackson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Thai takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Jackson working to try and regain half guard.
Thai looking to control but Jackson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Jackson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Long Thai dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Thai stuffs the takedown attempt from Jackson. Jackson gets slowly back to his feet.
Thai tries to counter by closing the distance.#TD#
Jackson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Thai's half guard.
Still in half guard, Jackson seems content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thai looks like he's trying to stand up.
Jackson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thai trying to hold on to Jackson's head to control him but Jackson postures up.
Jackson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Jackson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T1#
Jackson wants to control but Thai is keeping him busy.
Long Thai has got the better of the ground game so far.
Thai is looking to control Jackson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Thai avoid being mounted?
Thai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Thai really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jackson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Thai is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Thai blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jackson. #ES2#
Thai kicks off Jackson and gets to his feet. #CL#
Jackson closes the distance and pushes Thai back into the cage.#BC#
Jackson breaks from the clinch.
No joy there for Jackson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T2#
Thai tries to clinch up but Jackson circles away and keeps his distance.
Jackson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Jackson tries for a takedown but Thai circles away easily
enabling Thai to counter with a crisp jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Thai looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Randall Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson misses with an uppercut. Thai saw that one coming.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Jackson.
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!
You can see the frustration on Thai's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Jackson lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T3#
Jackson landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Thai defending against the ground and pound.
Jackson looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Thai is avoiding damage well.
Thai tries to bench press Jackson off him but Jackson keeps the position.
Jackson tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Thai tries to improve position but can't.
Thai is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Jackson is controlling him well.
Jackson trying to control the position but Thai is working away.
Thai is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Thai wants to control but Jackson is keeping busy.
#T4#
Ground and pound from Jackson.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Thai can do anything to dispel that myth.
Thai is trying to control but Jackson manages to pass to mount!
Thai is in a horrible position here. Jackson smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Jackson prevents Thai from getting the reversal.
Jackson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Thai wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Jackson.
Jackson lands a big elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randall Jackson dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Jackson misses with a jab, cross combination.
#CL2#
Thai moves into the clinch.#TD#
Jackson manages to pull guard.
Jackson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Thai is looking to stand up but Jackson won't let him.
Thai controlling from the top position.
Jackson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Thai manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson prevents Thai from getting back to his feet. #T1#
Jackson wants to control from the top but Thai keeps moving.
Jackson throwing strikes but missing.
Thai working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jackson.
Jackson is working Thai over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Thai is trying to control the position but Jackson postures up.
Jackson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jackson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Jackson with a nice head shot there.
Jackson throwing strikes from guard but Thai blocks nicely.
Jackson 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.
Jackson throwing strikes from guard but Thai blocks nicely. #T2#
Jackson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Thai's head.
Thai is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Thai is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jackson wants to control from the top but Thai keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jackson cracks Thai with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jackson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Thai.
Jackson misses with a series of wild punches.
Jackson sets himself, and Thai steps forward looking for the clinch! Jackson avoids it this time.#T3#
Jackson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Thai defends it nicely.
Jackson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Thai swivels and escapes.#CL2#
Thai has managed to clinch.
#TD#
Jackson has clasped his hands together around Thai's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #ES2#
Thai sneaks out the side door and pushes Jackson away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#CL2#
Thai pushes Jackson up against the cage in a clinch.
Jackson wants to take the fight to the mat but Thai manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Randall Jackson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thai is pressed up against the cage. Jackson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Thai down to the mat. Thai avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T4#
Jackson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jackson misses with a wild combination.
Thai counters with a body kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jackson misses with a double jab
and Thai counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Jackson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thai.
Jackson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Thai tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jackson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Thai scores with a nice body kick.
No luck for Jackson with that takedown attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Randall Jackson.
I think Jackson has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randall Jackson!
Randall Jackson thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
EMP Tower vs Piano
Date: Mar 29, 2019 |
#R1#
Jackson 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.
A telegraphed right hand from Duranto misses the target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jackson! But no joy.
Duranto uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've been told by Duranto's head coaches at Secret Lab that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Jackson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Duranto manages to avoid it.
Duranto lands a lovely overhand right.
Duranto scores with a sloppy right hand. Jackson should have avoided that one.
Duranto lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Duranto connects with a body shot that sends Jackson's belly button to the back.
Duranto misses with a body kick.
Jackson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Duranto lands with a nice body kick.
Duranto throws a nice inside leg kick.
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!
Jackson misses with a series of wild punches.
Jackson blocks a head kick by Duranto.
Duranto tests Jackson's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
Jackson slips a jab from Duranto.
Duranto with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Duranto misses with a wild combination.
An inside leg kick lands from Duranto.
Duranto lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Duranto - that will leave a mark!
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Duranto connects with a crisp jab.
Duranto will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Duranto listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Duranto moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T2#
Jackson misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Duranto moves into the clinch successfully.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Duranto misses with a hook to the ribs.
Come on Duranto - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Jackson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Duranto blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jackson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Duranto breaks from the clinch.
Duranto scores with a spinning back kick!
Duranto with a hook.
Duranto looks to throw the jab but Jackson is out of range.
Duranto misses with the body kick
and Jackson counters with a nice uppercut.
Duranto misses with a hook
and Jackson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice uppercut lands for Duranto. That snapped Jackson's head back.
#T3#
Duranto lands a leg kick that knocks Jackson off balance momentarily.
Duranto doesn't manage to clinch there - Jackson circles away.
Jackson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Duranto is looking to slow Jackson down with leg kicks.
Duranto misses with an uppercut
and Duranto takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Duranto lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Duranto scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Duranto avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Duranto throws a front kick that sends Jackson stumbling back into the cage.
Jackson throws out a loose jab but Duranto uses good head movement to avoid it.
Duranto is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Jackson blocks the body kick.
#CL#
Duranto closes the distance and clinches.
Duranto can't find room to land a body shot as Jackson controls the action.
Duranto prevents Jackson from breaking the clinch.
Duranto misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jackson.
Jackson misses with some punches.
Duranto goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Duranto blocking some punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
Duranto breaks from the clinch.
The crowd cheers as Duranto lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jackson doesn't seem phased though.
Duranto is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Jackson has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Duranto.
Jackson scores with a jab to the jaw.
Duranto scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Duranto lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Duranto connects with a crisp jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Duranto.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Duranto throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jackson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Duranto paws at him with a jab and circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Duranto dominated that round.
That's time! Duranto's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Duranto throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Roberto Duranto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Duranto tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jackson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jackson moves out of range of the body kick.
Duranto lands with a shot to the body.
Duranto throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jackson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Duranto with a body shot.
A slow jab from Jackson misses its intended target.
Jackson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jackson checks a leg kick.
Jackson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duranto moves in looking to clinch but Jackson pushes him off.
Duranto connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Jackson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Duranto is looking to slow Jackson down with leg kicks. #T1#
Duranto scores with a nice head shot.
Jackson has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Duranto.
Jackson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Duranto manages to avoid it.
Jackson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Duranto looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Duranto misses with a hook
and Duranto takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Duranto misses with the body kick
and Jackson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A telegraphed right hand from Jackson misses the target.
Jackson ducks right into an uppercut from Duranto.
Duranto scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Duranto takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
Duranto scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Randall Jackson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Duranto scores with a nice right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jab from Duranto.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Duranto, as that shot connected.
Duranto misses with a low kick.
Duranto throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL2#
Jackson has Duranto up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC#
Duranto escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Duranto slips a jab and a cross from Jackson.
#CL#
Duranto moves into the clinch.
Jackson stalling against the cage.
Duranto is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jackson can do to turn this around?
Nice body punch from Duranto - that landed with a thud.
Duranto blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T3#
Jackson takes a shot to the head.
Jackson misses with the head strike.
Duranto tries to throw a body punch but Jackson avoids it by throwing Duranto back against the cage.
Jackson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jackson is trying to pull guard but Duranto has him pressed against the cage.
Jackson throws a punch but it's blocked by Duranto.
Duranto blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2#
Jackson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Duranto tries to score with a low kick but Jackson moves his leg out of the way.
Good leg kick by Duranto there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Jackson throws the left hand but Duranto avoids the punch easily.
Duranto appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jackson throws a body punch but Duranto moves out of range.
It appears Duranto was looking to counter with a kick there.
Jackson fails to land with a series of punches.
A big right from Duranto misses.
Jackson tries to clinch up.#T4#
Duranto scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Duranto scores with a jab.
Roberto Duranto is winning the standup battle so far.
Jackson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Duranto lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Duranto feints and then cracks Jackson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jackson down.
Duranto looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Duranto lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Good shot there by Duranto.
Jackson takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Duranto swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little jabbing left from Jackson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jackson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jackson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Duranto fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jackson checks it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Duranto dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Duranto connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Duranto with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jackson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Duranto.
A thudding body kick lands there by Duranto!
Jackson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Duranto scores with a decent looking hook.
Jackson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jackson drops his hands momentarily and Duranto takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jackson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Duranto misses with a leg kick
and Duranto takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jackson walks into a stiff left hand from Duranto.
Jackson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Duranto.
Jackson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Duranto throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Duranto connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Roberto Duranto is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Jackson misses with a body punch
and Duranto counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Duranto lands a nice hook to Jackson's body. Jackson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jackson has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Duranto, right into the meat.
Jackson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL#
Duranto pushes Jackson up against the cage in a clinch.
Jackson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Duranto is defending well.
Duranto goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Duranto presses Jackson against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jackson wants to break free but Duranto has control.
Jackson is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Duranto is keeping busy.
Roberto Duranto has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Duranto misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jackson blocks a body shot from Duranto. #BC#
Duranto escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
Jackson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Jackson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Duranto. Duranto obviously looking to wear him down.
Duranto takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jackson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Duranto turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Jackson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Duranto.
Duranto scores with a push kick.
Duranto tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jackson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A little jabbing left from Jackson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Duranto scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Duranto lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Duranto lands with a right hand.
Duranto paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Randall Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Duranto fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Jackson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Good work by Jackson as he checks the leg kick.
Duranto wants to clinch.
Jackson wants to clinch up but Duranto keeps it at a distance.
Jackson misses with a double jab.
Duranto ducks under a wild hook from Jackson.
Jackson misses with a double jab.
Jackson swats away the attempt to clinch by Duranto.
Duranto connects with a leg kick. Jackson looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T4##CL#
Duranto closes the distance and clinches.
Jackson trying to control the position but instead, Duranto has worked for underhooks and has pushed Jackson into the cage.
Jackson misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jackson. #BC2#
Jackson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Duranto lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jackson at a distance.
Jackson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Duranto. Duranto obviously looking to wear him down.
Duranto ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Roberto Duranto is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Duranto scores with a jab to the head.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jackson, as that shot connected.
Duranto takes one on the button.
And that's the end of the fight!
Roberto Duranto showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Duranto 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roberto Duranto!
Roberto Duranto seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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EMP Steve vs Bulletowich
Date: Mar 09, 2019 |
#R1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Boag.
Boag uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jackson.
Boag explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Boag misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jackson.
Jackson takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Boag scores with a nice strike.
Boag connects with an inside leg kick.
Jackson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jackson throws a body shot but no joy.
Boag lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Jackson throws a shot from downtown. Boag moves away and avoids it.
Jackson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Boag finds it's way round the side to connect with Jackson's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boag blocks a leg kick.
Boag throws a jab but it's blocked by Jackson.
Jackson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Boag. Boag circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Boag cracks Jackson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jackson throws an overhand right that lands on Boag's shoulder, as Boag tries to avoid the shot.
Boag moves forwards but Jackson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Boag throws a low kick but Jackson avoids it.
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boag misses with a looping left.#T1#
Boag takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A bone on bone clash there as Boag blocks the leg kick.
Boag throws a head kick but Jackson moves out of range.
Boag is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Boag throws the left hand but Jackson avoids the punch easily.
Boag tries to clinch but Jackson is having none of it.
Boag walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Jackson blocks a low kick nicely.
Jackson throws a good cross that connects.
Boag scores with a hook.
Boag tries to clinch up.
Boag throws an off balance right hand
and Jackson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boag throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #CL#
Boag moves into the clinch.
Boag lands with a left to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boag lands a body punch.
Boag lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Jackson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T2#
Boag lands a nice uppercut.
Boag lands a nice uppercut.
Boag tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Boag swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Boag scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jackson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC2#
Jackson breaks from the clinch.
Boag lands a leg kick that knocks Jackson off balance momentarily.#CL2#
Jackson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Boag lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
Boag stops a takedown attempt from Jackson.
Boag lands with a right to the head.
Boag lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
Boag has a couple of punches blocked by Jackson.
A frustrated look appears on Jackson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Boag misses with a punch on the inside.
Boag misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right hook to the body lands for Jackson.
Boag tries a body shot but Jackson blocks it.
Boag blocks a body shot from Jackson.
Jackson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Boag's elbow. #T3#
Jackson misses with a body punch.
Jackson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jackson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Boag working aggressively here.
Jackson swings wildly with an uppercut but Boag uses good head movement to avoid it.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Jackson working aggressively here.
Jackson struggles to land a body shot inside as Boag controls his hands.
Jackson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Boag just stands there and leans against the cage.
Chris Boag has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Randall Jackson.
Boag swings wildly with an uppercut but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boag scores with a hook to the body.
Boag tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jackson lands a body shot in the clinch.
I was talking to Boag's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Boag lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Jackson or not.
Jackson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Boag's elbow.
Boag fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Boag throws a punch but it's blocked by Jackson.
Jackson misses with some punches.
Jackson looking to slow down the pace here.
Jackson is trying to pull guard but Boag has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Jackson manages to break the clinch.
Boag misses with a looping left.
Jackson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boag.
Jackson tries to move into range but Boag moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but Boag is just out of range.
Boag ducks under a wild hook from Jackson.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boag fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A big left from Jackson misses.
Jackson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boag throws a big shot that misses.#TD2#
Jackson shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Boag is trying to defend but Jackson finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES#
Boag kicks Jackson off and gets back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chris Boag dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
A solid leg kick lands there for Boag.
Jackson loads up on a big right hand but Boag slips the punch.
Jackson looks to land a right hand but Boag moved out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Boag there.
Jackson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Boag keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jackson.
Jackson moves away from the strike by Boag.
Jackson just misses with a punch to the body.
As Jackson backs away, Boag returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Boag fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jackson connects with a jab.
Boag throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jackson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Jackson throws a hook to the side of Boag's head but Boag sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jackson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Chris Boag is winning the standup battle so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jackson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Boag momentarily.
Boag throws a jab but it's blocked by Jackson.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Jackson.
Jackson slips a straight right by Boag.
Boag tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jackson swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T1#
Boag staying out of range there.
Boag ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boag clobbers Jackson with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Boag throws an overhand right that lands on Jackson's shoulder, as Jackson tries to avoid the shot.
Boag moves out of range of the strikes.
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boag.
Boag fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jackson throws an overhand right that lands on Boag's shoulder, as Boag tries to avoid the shot.
Boag tries to land a front kick but Jackson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Boag fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jackson.
Boag lunges at Jackson with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Jackson's hand.
Boag dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jackson. That did some damage!
Jackson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Boag swivels and escapes.
Chris Boag seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson is looking to clinch but Boag is avoiding it.
Boag uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Jackson swings for the body but Boag moves out of range.
Jackson throws out a loose jab but Boag uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boag lands with an uppercut that bounces Jackson off the cage and back into range.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Jackson drives through with a takedown into Boag's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES#
Boag has his feet on Jackson's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Boag misses with a double jab.
Nice defenses there by Boag.
Jackson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Jackson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Good standup being displayed there by Boag as he connects with a hook.
Jackson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Boag misses with a body shot.
Jackson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jackson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Chris Boag has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Randall Jackson.
Jackson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Boag sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boag looks to score with a jab to the body but Jackson is just out of range.
Boag takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
Chris Boag is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boag misses the jab.
Jackson walks into a stiff left hand from Boag.
Jackson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Boag feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jacksons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Boag is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jackson can do to turn this around?#T3#
Boag throws a jab when Jackson was well out of range.
Nice defenses there by Jackson.
Boag with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jackson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Boag throws a body punch but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson misses with an uppercut. Boag saw that one coming.
Boag takes one on the button.
Jackson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Boag connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jackson scrambles back to his feet.
Jackson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jackson catches Boag with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jackson misses the shot to the body.
Jackson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Boag.
It seemed like Jackson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackson. Boag does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boag scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jackson in his tracks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boag bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boag connects with a crisp jab. #T4#
Boag throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boag ducks under a wild hook from Jackson.
Boag throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice body punch from Jackson.
Jackson tries a low kick but Boag avoids it.
A punch combination from Jackson misses.
Jackson moves into range and connects with a jab.
Boag throws a hook but Jackson avoids it easily.
Boag is looking to slow Jackson down with leg kicks.
Boag uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jackson has time to react.
Boag throws a jab when Jackson was well out of range.
Jackson moves away from the strike by Boag.
Randall Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boag throws a hook but Jackson blocks it.
Boag walks into a stiff left hand from Jackson.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boag takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
The crowd cheers as Boag lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jackson doesn't seem phased though.
Boag wants to clinch up but Jackson keeps it at a distance.
Jackson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Boag tries to clinch up but Jackson circles away and keeps his distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chris Boag dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Boag connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Boag scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jackson in his tracks.
Boag connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Jackson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Jackson misses with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Boag there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Boag dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jackson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Jackson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boag was well out of range. Poor timing from Jackson.
Jackson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boag is looking to score with low kicks.
Boag tries to close the distance and clinch but Jackson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boag stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Boag jabs at Jackson's body.
Jackson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jackson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Boag.
Boag feints and then cracks Jackson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jackson down. #T1#
Jackson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Boag misses with a straight left.
A decent looking cross lands there for Boag.#CL2#
Jackson closes the distance and clinches.
Chris Boag has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Boag swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jackson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Jackson breaks from the clinch.
Boag ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jackson moves away.
Jackson throws out a counter right but Boag avoids it with no problem.
A slapping leg kick lands for Boag.
Jackson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Boag moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Boag dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jackson. That did some damage!
Boag thumps Jackson with a low kick.
Boag scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jackson doesn't seem bothered though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slapping leg kick lands for Boag.
Jackson moves out of range as Boag strikes.
Jackson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Boag to score with a decent uppercut.#T2#
Boag lands with a cross.
Boag throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jackson on the side of the head.
Boag staying out of range there.
Boag throws a quick inside leg kick.
Boag misses with a head kick.
Jackson misses the jab.#TD2#
Jackson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Boag manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Jackson prevents Boag from getting back to his feet.
Jackson scoring with punches to the head and body.
Jackson stops Boag from standing up.
Boag keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
Jackson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Jackson makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jackson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Jackson won't allow Boag to get back to his feet. #T3#
Jackson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Boag wants to stand up but Jackson is controlling him.
Jackson connects with a couple of short punches.
Jackson stops Boag from standing up.
Jackson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jackson landing with the ground and pound.
Boag is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Jackson postures up and lands a big shot to Boag's brow. #T4#
Boag wants to stand but Jackson is controlling the position.
Jackson wants to control from the top but Boag keeps moving. #ES#
Boag has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Jackson off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Jackson needs to keep his hands up - Boag had a free shot at his head there.
Jackson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Boag moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Boag scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Boag thuds a left hand into Jackson's body.
Boag slips under a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Boag takes the fight into the clinch.
Jackson lands a nice shot to the body.
Boag misses with the head strike.
Boag scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jackson lands an uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chris Boag showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Boag 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chris Boag!
An out of breath Chris Boag thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
EMP MacGowan vs Snowdon
Date: Feb 02, 2019 |
#R1#
The fighters circling - Coburn throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Coburn slips a straight right by Jackson.
It looked like Coburn was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Good standup being displayed there by Jackson as he connects with a hook.#CL2#
Jackson moves into range and clinches up with Coburn.
Coburn lands a nice uppercut.#TD2#
Jackson gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Jackson missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Jackson is looking to advance position but Coburn won't allow it.
Jackson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Coburn wants to control but Jackson is keeping busy.
Jackson trying to control the action but Coburn is working from the bottom.
Jackson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T1#
Coburn is not content to let Jackson control the position.
Coburn keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Jackson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Coburn keeps working.
Coburn is trying to stand back up but Jackson is controlling him
Coburn slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Coburn keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
Coburn wants to stand up but Jackson is controlling him.
Jackson being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Coburn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jackson is one step ahead there.
Jackson with a nice head shot there.
Coburn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jackson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Coburn utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Coburn working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jackson.
Jackson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Coburn keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Coburn keeping full guard, as Jackson tries to pass.
Coburn tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Coburn is looking to stand up but Jackson isn't so interested in that idea.
Jackson wants to control from the top but Coburn keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Jackson cracks Coburn with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A quick step to the side and Coburn tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Coburn bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice defenses there by Jackson.
Jackson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4#
Jackson lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Randall Jackson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big left from Jackson misses.
Jackson lands a jab to the head.
Jackson throws a right and a left that Coburn avoids nicely.
Jackson missing with a left hand there. Coburn was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Coburn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Jackson sizes up Coburn with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Coburn is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jackson throws a looping overhand right but Coburn ducks down to avoid it.
Coburn seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A jab lands there for Jackson.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jackson throws the left hand but Coburn avoids the punch easily.
It looked like Coburn wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Coburn uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jackson.
Coburn throwing a counter right hand but Jackson manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randall Jackson dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Coburn blocks a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Coburn misses the target.
Coburn slips under a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Coburn on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice uppercut lands for Jackson. That snapped Coburn's head back.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackson. Coburn does a little dance to reset his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Coburn misses the target.
Jackson tries to land a front kick but Coburn steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Coburn swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Coburn's corner calls for a 1-2. Coburn obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Jackson with a hook.
Coburn on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coburn checks a low kick from Jackson.
Jackson doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Coburn counter with a right hand. #T1#
Jackson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jackson misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Coburn on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jackson swings widly with a right hand
and Coburn counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Jackson thinking.
Jackson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Coburn.
Coburn is looking to counter punch.
Jackson misses with a straight left.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Jackson, right into the meat.
Jackson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Coburn on the side of the head.
Jackson throws a poor cross that misses
and Coburn counters with a straight right hand.
Jackson swings widly with a right hand
and Coburn makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jackson cracks Coburn with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jackson lands with a good body shot.#T2#
Jackson scores with a hook to the body. Coburn takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jackson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Coburn.
Nice shot by Jackson.
Jackson throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Coburn to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Jackson. That snapped Coburn's head back.
Jackson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Coburn at a distance.
Jackson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Coburn.
Nice straight punches there by Jackson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jackson.
Jackson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Coburn looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jackson throws an off balance right hand
and Coburn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jackson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Coburn. Coburn circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T3#
Coburn slips a straight right by Jackson.
A little feinted left hand from Coburn on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Coburn's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Jackson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Coburn scrambles back to his feet.
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jackson cracks Coburn with an open hand slap.
Coburn drops his hands momentarily and Jackson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jackson misses with a takedown attempt - Coburn sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jackson clobbers Coburn with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Coburn avoids a kick to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Coburn on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T4#
Coburn throws a lazy uppercut
#CL2#
and Jackson holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Jackson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Coburn prevents it.
Kevin Coburn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Randall Jackson.
Coburn throws a punch but it's blocked by Jackson.
Coburn wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Jackson has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jackson.
Coburn tries a body shot but Jackson blocks it.
Jackson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Coburn fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Coburn blocks a jab.
Coburn swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Coburn will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Coburn tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Coburn throws a body punch but Jackson moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randall Jackson 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Coburn is looking to counter punch.
Jackson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
It looked like Coburn was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jackson.
Jackson just misses with a punch to the body.
Coburn looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#TD2#
Jackson looking to score a takedown here. Coburn is defending well but Jackson drives through and ends up in Coburn's guard.
Jackson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Coburn wants to stand up but Jackson is controlling him.
Coburn wants to hit a switch here but Jackson passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Coburn there!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coburn wants to control but Jackson is having none of it.
Jackson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Coburn is looking to escape. #T1#
Coburn bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Jackson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jackson being controlled here, momentarily.
Jackson wants to sweep here but Coburn controlling him for the moment.
Kevin Coburn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Randall Jackson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Randall Jackson has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Jackson keeps trying to improve his position.
Coburn is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Jackson wants to improve his position but instead Coburn has moved into half guard.
Jackson wants to improve his position but Coburn is controlling well.
#T3#
Coburn is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Coburn wants to take a breather but Jackson is having none of it.
Ground and pound from Coburn.
Jackson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Coburn is keen to just control but Jackson is a slippery customer.
Jackson wants to get back to full guard but Coburn has passed into side control.
Jackson is looking for a sweep.
Jackson looking for a sweep but Coburn has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Coburn unloading with bombs!#T4#
Jackson is looking to improve his position but Coburn isn't that keen on the idea.
Coburn avoids the attempt from Jackson to control.
Jackson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Coburn tries to control but Jackson wriggling away.
Jackson tries to hold on but Coburn pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jackson is wriggling around trying to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kevin Coburn showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Jackson 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randall Jackson!
A very excited looking Randall Jackson 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:
EMP Impaler vs Koniu
Date: Jan 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Jackson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Van Rijn moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Rijn. Jackson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Van Rijn ducks under a wild hook from Jackson.
Van Rijn tries to clinch but Jackson is having none of it.
Van Rijn wants to clinch.
Jackson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Van Rijn thuds his shin into the meat of Jackson's side.
Van Rijn cracks Jackson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackson. Van Rijn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jackson is looking to chop away at Van Rijn's legs.
Van Rijn wants to counter the offense by Jackson and move into the clinch position.
Jackson avoids a kick to the body.
Nice shot by Van Rijn.#T1#
Van Rijn uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.#CL2#
Van Rijn takes the fight into the clinch.
Van Rijn throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jacksons head.
Jackson lands a shot to the body.
Van Rijn fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Jackson pushes Van Rijn back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Van Rijn throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jacksons head.
Van Rijn misses with a body punch.
Jackson has a couple of punches blocked by Van Rijn.
Jackson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Van Rijn misses with a punch on the inside.
Van Rijn lands with a light punch inside.
Van Rijn fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#TD#
Jackson has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Van Rijn clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jackson is landing with strikes. Van Rijn can't take much more of this.
Jackson has the hooks in. Van Rijn is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Jackson is landing with strikes from the back.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Van Rijn is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Jackson.
#T2#
Van Rijn has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Jackson.
Jackson is hanging on to Van Rijn's back as he tries to escape.
Jackson has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Van Rijn.
Jackson has the hooks in. Van Rijn is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Van Rijn is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Jackson looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Van Rijn breaks Jackson's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jackson wants to sweep here but Van Rijn controlling him for the moment.
Van Rijn trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Van Rijn looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3#
Jackson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Van Rijn is one step ahead there.
Jackson is trying to control the position but Van Rijn postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Van Rijn preventing the sweep.
Jackson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Van Rijn trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Van Rijn preventing the sweep.
Van Rijn is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Van Rijn really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jackson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Jackson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Van Rijn defends it easily.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Jackson wants to sweep here but Van Rijn controlling him for the moment.
Jackson is trying to keep Van Rijn in close.
Van Rijn is looking to stand up but Jackson won't let him. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jackson misses with a hook. Van Rijn ducked under it nicely.
Jackson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Van Rijn.
Jackson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jackson shoots in for a double leg but Van Rijn sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nice uppercut lands for Van Rijn. That snapped Jackson's head back.
Van Rijn plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Van Rijn ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Van Rijn staying out of range there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Randall Jackson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Jackson throws a looping overhand right but Van Rijn ducks down to avoid it.
Van Rijn is looking to clinch.
Van Rijn moves out of range as Jackson strikes.
Van Rijn walks into a stiff left hand from Jackson.
Van Rijn takes a jab right on the kisser.
A big left from Jackson misses.
We've been told by Jackson's head coaches at 3Band MMA ($700/week) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Van Rijn tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jackson swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL2#
Van Rijn clinches up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Van Rijn.
Jackson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Van Rijn smiles and moves away.
A head kick by Van Rijn misses
enabling Jackson to counter with a crisp jab.
Jackson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Jackson throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Van Rijn was covering up waiting for the punch and Jackson finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES2#
Van Rijn has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Jackson off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Van Rijn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1##TD#
Jackson bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Jackson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Van Rijn keeps working.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Van Rijn can do anything to dispel that myth.
Jackson cracks Van Rijn with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Jackson trying to control the position but Van Rijn is working away.
Jackson landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Van Rijn takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Jackson is looking to take a break and control but Van Rijn is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Van Rijn tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Van Rijn on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Van Rijn is trying to improve his position.
Jackson fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#T2#
Van Rijn tries to buck Jackson off but Jackson is having none of it.
Van Rijn manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
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!
Jackson wants to improve his position but Van Rijn is controlling well.
Van Rijn is looking to take a break and control but Jackson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jackson is looking to improve his position.
Van Rijn works his foot free and advances to mount.
Jackson manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SU2#
Van Rijn gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #T3#
Van Rijn uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jackson.
Van Rijn scores with a jab to the body.
Van Rijn stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Van Rijn wants it to stay on the feet.
Van Rijn throws a body punch but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson throws a big shot that misses.
Van Rijn checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Van Rijn, as that shot connected.
Van Rijn throws a head kick but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jackson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Jackson with a nice cross.
Jackson slips a jab from Van Rijn.
Van Rijn misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jackson throws out a leg kick but Van Rijn moves out of range and Jackson only half commits.
Jackson lunges at Van Rijn with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Van Rijn's hand. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Van Rijn misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jackson throws the left hand but Van Rijn avoids the punch easily.
A jab from Jackson misses.
Jackson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Van Rijn is out of range and Jackson settles back down.
Van Rijn has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#CL2#
Van Rijn has closed the distance and engaged Jackson in a clinch.
Van Rijn fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Van Rijn goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Van Rijn prevents a body shot from Jackson.
Jackson blocks an uppercut.
Van Rijn has a couple of punches blocked by Jackson.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jackson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Jackson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Van Rijn throws a punch but it's blocked by Jackson.
A shot in the inside from Jackson.
Jackson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Van Rijn misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Van Rijn.
Jackson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Van Rijn presses Jackson against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Mike Van Rijn will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Jackson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Jackson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Van Rijn misses with a straight left.
Jackson throws a jab when Van Rijn was well out of range.
Jackson throws the left hand but Van Rijn avoids the punch easily.
Van Rijn tries to counter with a clinch but Jackson shakes him off and moves away.
Van Rijn slips a jab from Jackson.
Van Rijn ducks under a wild hook from Jackson.
Van Rijn throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Van Rijn has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Van Rijn misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC#
Jackson breaks the clinch.
Van Rijn with a jab.
Jackson misses with an uppercut
#CL2#
and Van Rijn counters by moving into the clinch.
Jackson lands a right hand.
Jackson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T1#
Jackson wants to take the fight to the mat but Van Rijn manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Van Rijn tries a body shot but Jackson blocks it.
Jackson blocking some punches.
Van Rijn throws a punch but it's blocked by Jackson.
Jackson wants to take the fight to the mat but Van Rijn manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Randall Jackson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jackson prevents a body shot from Van Rijn.
Van Rijn throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Jackson lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Jackson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Jackson working over Van Rijn with some ground and pound. Van Rijn looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Van Rijn wants to get back to full guard.
Jackson working the head and body with strikes.
Jackson thows a huge punch but Van Rijn dodges it nicely.
Van Rijn tries to roll over but Jackson keeps him under control.
Jackson drops an elbow to the side of Van Rijn's head. #T2#
Jackson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Van Rijn is looking to improve his position.
Jackson thows a huge punch but Van Rijn dodges it nicely.
Jackson throwing shots but Van Rijn is blocking nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jackson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Van Rijn trying to control from the bottom.
Van Rijn tries to get to full guard but Jackson has control of the leg.
Jackson wants to free his trapped foot but Van Rijn is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Van Rijn preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Jackson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
Jackson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Van Rijn's head.
Van Rijn is trying to control but can't.
Jackson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Jackson not doing much here.
Jackson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Van Rijn avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jackson.
Van Rijn wants to control but Jackson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Van Rijn blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jackson.
Van Rijn tries to roll over but Jackson keeps him under control.
Ground and pound from Jackson.
Jackson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Van Rijn blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jackson.
Van Rijn is trying to maintain the position but Jackson is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
Jackson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Van Rijn is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jackson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jackson's back!
Jackson rolls, trying to escape but Van Rijn keeps control of the position.
Van Rijn wants to control but Jackson is keeping busy.
Jackson trying to control the hands but Van Rijn won't let him.
Van Rijn has good solid back control here.
Van Rijn has the hooks in. Jackson is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Van Rijn wants to control but Jackson is keeping busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Randall Jackson.
I think Jackson has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:28
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:28
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randall Jackson!
An out of breath Randall Jackson thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
TGC 82
Date: Nov 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Jackson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Oddie uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jackson.
Jackson checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jackson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Oddie cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Oddie clinches up with Jackson and pushes him back against the cage.
Jackson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Oddie gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Jackson.
Oddie lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short right from Oddie on the inside.
Jackson lands a nice shot to the body.
Jackson 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.
Jackson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Jackson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Oddie throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#CL#
Jackson has managed to clinch.
Oddie is trying to pull guard but Jackson has him pressed against the cage.
Jackson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Oddie prevents the takedown attempt.
Jackson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jackson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Oddie prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Randall Jackson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jackson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Oddie fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Oddie steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jackson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Oddie keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jackson.
Oddie counters with a body kick.
Jackson shoots in but Oddie avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Jackson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Oddie manages to avoid it.
Jackson scores with a decent looking hook.
A chopping leg kick lands by Oddie.
Nice uppercut there from Jackson.
Oddie lands a right hook to the body.
#T2#
Jackson misses with a looping left.
Oddie keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson looks to throw the jab but Oddie is out of range.
Jackson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Oddie was well out of range. Poor timing from Jackson.
Oddie throws a lazy right hand but Jackson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jackson shoots in for a double leg but Oddie sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Oddie counters with a body kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oddie looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Oddie wants to clinch.
Oddie takes one to the chin there.
Oddie misses with a head kick.
Jackson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Oddie sprawls and moves away.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Oddie.
Jackson throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Oddie keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jackson.
A head kick misses from Oddie.
Jackson scores with a hook.
Jackson moves out of range of the body kick.
Jackson moves out of range of the body kick.
Jackson walks into a jab.
Oddie swings for the body but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson ducks under a wild hook from Oddie.
Jackson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bill Oddie is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Oddie avoids the body shot from Jackson.
Jab by Jackson.
Oddie keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jackson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T4#
Oddie throws a sloppy head kick
and Oddie takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jackson checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jackson blocks a head kick by Oddie.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Oddie.
Jackson lands the left hand.
A slow jab from Oddie misses its intended target.
Oddie takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Oddie with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The fighters circle momentarily. Oddie darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jackson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jackson lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jackson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jackson 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.
Jackson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jackson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randall Jackson dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Jackson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jackson throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Oddie to counter with a crisp jab.
Oddie waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jackson.
Oddie loads up on a big right hand but Jackson slips the punch.
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Oddie steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Jackson.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackson. Oddie does a little dance to reset his feet.
Oddie avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jackson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jackson looks to throw the jab but Oddie is out of range.
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Oddie ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jackson moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oddie lands a jab to Jackson's midsection.
Jackson misses with a looping left.
Jackson misses with an uppercut.
Jackson slips under a jab.
Jackson feinted with a counter takedown.
Jackson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
Oddie connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jackson momentarily.
Jackson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jackson lands with an uppercut that bounces Oddie off the cage and back into range.
Oddie throws a head kick but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson misses with a kick to the body.
Oddie moves away from the strike by Jackson.
Oddie throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Jackson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Oddie's guard.
Jackson being controlled here momentarily.
Oddie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jackson trying to control but Oddie is working from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jackson is in close to Oddie's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T2#
Jackson wants to control from the top but Oddie keeps moving.
Jackson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Oddie keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
Jackson makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Oddie working a defensive guard here.
Jackson throws a big elbow that misses.
Oddie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jackson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T3#
Oddie trying to control the position here.
Jackson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Oddie keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Oddie working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Jackson.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Oddie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A head kick by Oddie misses #TD#
and Jackson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Oddie's guard.
Jackson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Jackson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Oddie working a defensive guard here.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Oddie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Oddie seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Jackson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Jackson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Oddie looking for a guillotine here but Jackson defends easily.
Oddie utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Oddie controls Jackson momentarily but Jackson frees himself.
Jackson chips away with some ground and pound.
Jackson landing some decent shots from guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randall Jackson dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Oddie misses with a right hand
and Jackson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jackson connects with a right hand. Oddie shakes it off.
Oddie connects with a body shot that sends Jackson's belly button to the back.
Oddie throws a leg kick
and Jackson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Oddie - that will leave a mark!
A telegraphed right hand from Jackson misses the target.
Jackson lands a slapping body shot.
Jackson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Oddie uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jackson.
Oddie throws a jab when Jackson was well out of range.
Oddie misses with a series of wild punches.
Jackson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A left lands for Jackson.#T1#
Oddie throws the kick towards the body but Jackson avoids it.
Jackson punishes Oddie's body with a nice straight punch.
Oddie uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jackson.
Oddie gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Oddie misses the shot to the body.
Jackson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Oddie.
Oddie blocks a jab.
Oddie follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Jackson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Oddie slaps away a takedown attempt from Jackson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A countering left hand to the body from Oddie misses.
Jackson looks to land a right hand but Oddie moved out of range.
Oddie throws a leg kick
and Jackson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Oddie looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jackson misses with a body shot.
Jackson with a hook.
Bill Oddie has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Randall Jackson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Oddie avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Oddie tries to bum rush Jackson with a series of wild strikes but Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Oddie staying out of range there.
Jackson checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Oddie.
It looked like Jackson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
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!
Jackson blocks the body kick.
Jackson attempts a counter takedown but Oddie avoids it well and moves away.
Oddie avoids the body shot from Jackson.
Jackson connects with a body shot that sends Oddie's belly button to the back.
Jackson throws a body kick that misses
and Oddie counters with a right hand to the body.
Jackson throws an overhand right that lands on Oddie's shoulder, as Oddie tries to avoid the shot.
Oddie goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jackson lands a slapping body shot.
Jackson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Oddie manages to avoid it.
And Oddie tries to counter it with a takedown but Jackson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Oddie fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.#T3#
Oddie closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Oddie fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Jackson is out of range.
Jackson throws a right hand that Oddie ducks under and follows up with a left that Oddie also avoids with ease.
Jackson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Oddie can do to turn this around?
Jackson misses with a low kick.
Jackson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Oddie takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The fight stays on the outside here - Oddie looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jackson tries to counter with a takedown but Oddie is quick to defend against it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Oddie.
Jackson scores with a nice right hand.
Oddie throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Oddie misses with a leg kick.
Oddie misses with a looping right.#T4#
Oddie blocks a low kick nicely.
Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Oddie.
Oddie has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jackson misses with a body shot.
Jackson connects with a solid leg kick.
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!
Oddie takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Jackson loads up on a big right hand but Oddie slips the punch.
Oddie lands a leg kick that knocks Jackson off balance momentarily.
Jackson lands with a shot to the body.
Jackson with a hook.
Oddie misses with a hook.
A punch combination from Oddie misses.
Oddie defending well as Jackson loads up on a big left hand.
A jab from Jackson does it's job there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Randall Jackson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Jackson, 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 Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:27
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randall Jackson!
Our winner, Randall Jackson, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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#R1#
Ruenroeng bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ruenroeng seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Jackson dives in and grabs Ruenroeng's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ruenroeng pushes down on Jackson's head and hops out.
An inside leg kick lands from Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ruenroeng cracks the inside of Jackson's front leg.
Jackson is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ruenroeng throws a right hand that Jackson ducks under and follows up with a left that Jackson also avoids with ease.
Ruenroeng closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but Ruenroeng is just out of range.
Ruenroeng avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jackson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jackson throws a jab when Ruenroeng was well out of range.
The fighters circling - Ruenroeng throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A slow jab from Jackson misses its intended target.
Ruenroeng scores with a leg kick.
That kick from Ruenroeng tenderised Jackson's leg. Jackson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jackson misses with a straight left. #T1#
Ruenroeng ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jackson moves away.
Jackson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jackson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ruenroeng feints and then cracks Jackson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jackson down.
Ruenroeng tries to clinch there but Jackson circles away.
Samak Ruenroeng is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Ruenroeng drives through and clinches with Jackson against the cage.
Jackson cracks Ruenroeng with a nice body shot.
Ruenroeng throws a punch but it's blocked by Jackson.
Jackson misses with a punch to the body.
Ruenroeng tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ruenroeng missing with knees to the body.
#TD2#
Jackson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Ruenroeng on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Ruenroeng tries to get out of the position.
Ruenroeng tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jackson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ruenroeng works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ruenroeng looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jackson is one step ahead there.
Ruenroeng preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jackson content to stall in guard here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ruenroeng 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##T2#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ruenroeng in particular looking to stall.
Jackson tries to get to full guard but Ruenroeng has control of the leg.
Jackson wants to control but Ruenroeng is keeping busy.
Jackson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Jackson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ruenroeng sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Jackson is refusing to be controlled, as Ruenroeng sits in half guard.
Jackson wants to improve his position but Ruenroeng is controlling well.
#T3#
Ruenroeng sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Jackson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ruenroeng pulls his head out easily.
Jackson gets back to full guard.
Ruenroeng content to stall in guard here.
Jackson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ruenroeng stopping the sweep attempt from Jackson.
Ruenroeng content to stall in guard here.
Ruenroeng wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Jackson wants to sweep here but Ruenroeng controlling him for the moment.
Ruenroeng postures up.
Ruenroeng advances position into side control!
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Jackson can't do much from the bottom here.
Jackson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ruenroeng is trying to control. Jackson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Jackson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Jackson manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Jackson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ruenroeng defends it easily.
Jackson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ruenroeng controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samak Ruenroeng dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Jackson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ruenroeng defends well and Jackson ends up having to push Ruenroeng into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jackson moves out of range as Ruenroeng strikes.
Ruenroeng throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
letting Jackson counter with a right hand. #CL#
Ruenroeng gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Jackson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Nice body punch from Ruenroeng.
Jackson's coach down at Temple of Cloud Warriors-youth was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Jackson's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Jackson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ruenroeng blocks an uppercut.
Jackson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ruenroeng goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jackson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jackson misses with some punches.
Ruenroeng landing some nice looking knees to the body.
A short left from Jackson.
Ruenroeng misses with the head strike.
Ruenroeng misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Jackson.
Ruenroeng trying to land knees to the body.
Ruenroeng misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jackson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jackson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#TD2#
Jackson jumps into guard, dragging Ruenroeng to the mat.
#T1#
Ruenroeng content to stall in guard here.
Jackson trying to keep a closed guard but Ruenroeng is proving a slippery customer.
Ruenroeng content to stall in guard here.
Jackson looking for a sweep. Not yet Jackson, not yet.
Ruenroeng slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Ruenroeng here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Jackson keeping full guard, as Ruenroeng tries to pass.
Ruenroeng controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Jackson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Jackson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T2#
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.
Ruenroeng engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Jackson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jackson wants to sweep but no luck.
Ruenroeng stays in close to Jackson's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Jackson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ruenroeng controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Jackson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T3#
Ruenroeng throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ruenroeng tries to clinch but Jackson is having none of it.
Ruenroeng tries to move into range but Jackson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ruenroeng ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jackson moves away.
Some bone on bone action there as Jackson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jackson throws a lazy right hand but Ruenroeng sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Jackson misses the target.
Ruenroeng blocks a jab.
Samak Ruenroeng seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ruenroeng on the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackson. Ruenroeng does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ruenroeng misses with a low kick.
Jackson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ruenroeng moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ruenroeng is looking to clinch. #CL#
Ruenroeng clinches up with Jackson and pushes him back against the cage.
Ruenroeng throws an elbow but it misses.
#T4#
Still in the clinch, Ruenroeng scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
Jackson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ruenroeng goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ruenroeng lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ruenroeng tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Jackson is able to avoid easily.
Jackson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Jackson throws a shot from downtown. Ruenroeng moves away and avoids it.
Ruenroeng ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jackson moves away.
Jackson misses with a hook.
A big right from Jackson misses.
Ruenroeng blocks a jab.
Randall Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ruenroeng lands a nice looking body shot.
Jackson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ruenroeng throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jackson.
Jackson throws a body punch but Ruenroeng moves out of range.
Jackson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jackson just misses with a punch to the body.
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 Samak Ruenroeng will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Ruenroeng doesn't manage to clinch there - Jackson circles away.
Samak Ruenroeng is winning the standup battle so far.
Ruenroeng tries to clinch but Jackson is having none of it.
Ruenroeng moves out of range of the strikes.
Ruenroeng tries to clinch up.
Ruenroeng looks to throw the jab but Jackson is out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ruenroeng.
#CL#
Ruenroeng clinches.
Jackson dodges an elbow strike from Ruenroeng.
Ruenroeng tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Jackson avoids it.
Ruenroeng can't find room to land a body shot as Jackson controls the action.
#TD2#
Jackson is trying to trip Ruenroeng. He has hold of a leg but Ruenroeng is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Jackson persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Jackson wants to control from the top but Ruenroeng keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Ruenroeng's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Randall Jackson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jackson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Ruenroeng working a defensive guard here.
Ruenroeng is pulling down on Jackson's head. It's preventing any offense from Jackson, at least for the moment.#T1#
Jackson stopping the sweep attempt from Ruenroeng.
Jackson wants to control from the top but Ruenroeng keeps moving.
Ruenroeng wants to sweep here but Jackson controlling him for the moment.
Ruenroeng not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jackson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Jackson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ruenroeng 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.
Jackson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ruenroeng lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Ruenroeng from controlling successfully. #T2#
Ruenroeng preventing the sweep.
Jackson being controlled here, momentarily.
Ruenroeng stopping the sweep attempt from Jackson.
Jackson keeps trying to improve his position.
Ruenroeng content to stall in guard here.
Ruenroeng trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Jackson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ruenroeng controls from within his opponent's guard. #T3#
Ruenroeng wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving.
Ruenroeng pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jackson is keeping the position for now.
Ruenroeng won't allow Jackson to sweep him here.
Ruenroeng trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB2#
Jackson has his foot on Ruenroeng's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ruenroeng works his way back into a safe position though.
Jackson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ruenroeng's guard. #REVB#
Jackson wants to control from the top but Ruenroeng keeps moving.
Jackson scoring with some ground and pound.
Jackson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Ruenroeng's head.
Jackson controlling from the top position.
Ruenroeng not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T4#
Jackson tries to free his leg and advance position but Ruenroeng is retaining full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ruenroeng holds on and takes a little breather.
Ruenroeng bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jackson's guard. #REVR#
Ruenroeng not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Jackson wants to hit a switch here but Ruenroeng passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Jackson there!
Jackson is squirming around, avoiding Ruenroeng's attempts to control the action.
Ruenroeng controlling his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson is working to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Samak Ruenroeng.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Ruenroeng, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Samak Ruenroeng!
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Event:
IFC 61 Heavyweight vs Bell
Date: Jul 28, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Jackson decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
Davis makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
No joy there for Davis, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jackson! But no joy.
A swing and a miss from Davis.
Jackson scores with the left hand. Davis knows he should have avoided that one.
Jackson's coach down at Temple of Cloud Warriors-youth was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Jackson's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Davis moves out of range of the leg kick from Jackson.
Davis misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackson. Davis does a little dance to reset his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Davis checks a leg kick nicely.
Davis lands a nice hook to Jackson's body. Jackson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jackson ducks under a wild hook from Davis.
Davis blocks a jab.
Davis avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jackson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Davis to score with a decent uppercut.
A cross from Davis lands.
Jackson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Davis throws a shot from downtown. Jackson moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Davis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Jonathan Davis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice uppercut there from Jackson.
Davis slips a straight right by Jackson.
Davis misses with a two punch combination.
A lazy left from Davis finds it's target.
Davis swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Davis looks to land a left hand but Jackson moved out of range nicely.
Davis scores with a one two! Jackson had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Jackson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Davis swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jackson.#CL#
Davis has Jackson up against the cage in a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Davis struggles to land a body shot inside as Jackson controls his hands.
Jackson lands a shoulder strike.
Jackson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right from Jackson.
Jackson lands an uppercut.#TD2#
Jackson has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Davis uses from the top position.
Jackson tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Davis is stalling in the full guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Jackson can do anything to dispel that myth.
Jackson 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.
Jackson is trying to keep Davis in close.
Jackson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Davis looking to sit in guard and control but Jackson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Davis keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
Davis looking for a sweep. Not yet Davis, not yet. #T3#
Jackson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Davis preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jackson with a nice head shot there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Davis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Davis haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Jackson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Jackson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Davis avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jackson won't allow Davis to sweep him here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Davis trying to control the position.
Jackson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Davis utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T4#
Jackson stops Davis from standing up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jackson throws a body punch but Davis moves out of range.
Jackson works the jab nicely.
Jonathan Davis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson misses with a body shot.
Davis's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jackson under the eye.
Davis tries to clinch there but Jackson circles away.
We've been told by Davis's head coaches at Stark Combat Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Davis is looking to clinch but Jackson is avoiding it.
Jackson just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Davis was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jackson.
A good leg kick by Jackson.
Jackson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Davis ducks under a wild hook from Jackson.
Jackson misses with a two punch combination.
Jackson lands a slapping body shot.
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!
Jackson moves out of range of the strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Randall Jackson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Davis's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Jackson throws a hook but Davis avoids it easily.
Davis misses with a looping left.
Davis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Davis looks to score with a jab to the body but Jackson is just out of range.
Davis uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.
Davis seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A shot to the liver by Davis. Beautiful body shot.
Jackson misses with a body shot.
Davis throws an overhand right that lands on Jackson's shoulder, as Jackson tries to avoid the shot.
Jackson throws a jab when Davis was well out of range.
Davis looks to throw the jab but Jackson is out of range.
It seemed like Jackson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Davis throws a big shot that misses.
Davis throws the left hand but Jackson avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Davis counters with a left to the body.
Jackson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Davis slips under a jab.
Jonathan Davis is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jackson walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Davis throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jackson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Jackson cracks Davis with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jonathan Davis is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
A slow jab from Davis misses its intended target.
Jackson throws a hook but Davis avoids it easily.
Davis checks a low kick from Jackson.
Davis takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Davis cracks Jackson with a good jab.
Jackson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Davis throws a jab when Jackson was well out of range.
Davis throws a nice looking combination but Jackson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Jackson throws out a counter right but Davis avoids it with no problem.
Davis throws out a loose jab but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jackson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Davis stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Jackson defending well as Davis loads up on a big left hand.
Jackson throws a hook but Davis blocks it.
Davis throws a looping overhand right but Jackson ducks down to avoid it.
Jackson misses with a low kick as Davis jumps back.#CL#
Davis clinches up with Jackson and pushes him back against the cage.
Jackson lands a body punch in the clinch. #T2#
A hook to the body from Jackson.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson tries to throw a body punch but Davis avoids it by throwing Jackson back against the cage.
Davis is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Davis misses with a punch on the inside.
Davis is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Jackson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Jackson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Davis gets through Jackson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Jackson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Davis smiles and moves away.
Jackson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A slow jab from Jackson misses its intended target.
Davis tries to clinch up.
Davis misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jackson misses with an uppercut. Davis saw that one coming.
Davis moves away from the strike by Jackson.
A big left from Jackson misses. #T3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Jackson or perhaps it was just good defense by Davis, which made it look bad.
Jonathan Davis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Randall Jackson.
A punch combination from Davis misses.
Davis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jackson throws out the jab.
Jackson scores with the left hand. Davis knows he should have avoided that one.
Jackson is looking to chop away at Davis's legs.
Davis is looking for a counter combo.
Jackson throws a series of punches but Davis avoids them all with ease.
A big right from Davis misses.
Jackson slips a jab from Davis.
Davis moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Davis rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jackson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jackson missing with a left hand there. Davis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jackson throws a looping overhand right but Davis ducks down to avoid it. #CL#
Davis moves into the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Davis fails to land.
Jackson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Davis backwards. #T4#
Jackson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Davis prevents it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jackson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Daviss head.
Davis lands with a light punch inside.
Davis lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
Davis is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Jackson.
Jackson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Davis's elbow.
Davis content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Jackson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Davis lands with a short shot to the head.
Jackson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Davis backwards.
Jackson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Randall Jackson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Davis blocking some punches.
Davis misses with a hook from the clinch.
Davis is pressed up against the cage. Jackson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Davis down to the mat. Davis avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Davis has closed the distance and engaged Jackson in a clinch.
Davis blocking some punches.
Jackson working aggressively here.
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 Jonathan Davis will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Davis closes the distance and clinches.
Jackson struggles to land a body shot inside as Davis controls his hands.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Davis.
Davis lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Davis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Davis stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jackson.
Jackson slips a jab from Davis.
Davis tests Jackson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Davis here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Jackson throws a body shot but no joy.
Davis scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jackson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Davis as he jumps to the side.
Davis is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Jackson throws a hook to the side of Davis's head but Davis sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An attempted straight right counter from Davis misses the target.
Jackson throws a nice looking combination but Davis bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Davis takes a swing at Jackson's ribcage but misses.
Some wild striking there from Davis.
Jackson throws out a counter right but Davis avoids it with no problem.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The fighters circling - Jackson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little feinted left hand from Davis on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Davis throws a right and a left that both miss.
Davis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Davis.
Jackson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Davis.
Davis lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Jackson looks to land a right hand but Davis moved out of range.
Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Davis.
A slow jab from Davis misses its intended target.
A punch combination from Davis misses.
Davis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jackson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#TD2#
Jackson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Davis's half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jackson missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T2#
Jackson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Davis knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Davis wants to get back to full guard.
Jackson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Davis's head.
Davis has hold of Jackson's hands but Jackson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jackson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Davis avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jackson.
Davis slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jackson passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Davis is working to avoid the ground and pound but Jackson connects with a decent elbow.
Davis is looking to reverse the position.
Jackson scoring with punches from side control. #T3#
Jackson throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Check out the look on Jackson's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Davis takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Jackson in side control lands a decent elbow.
Jackson is putting a hurting on Davis here, landing some big shots from side control.
You can see the frustration on Davis's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Jackson lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Davis down.
Davis on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Davis sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Jackson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Jackson winds up and cracks Davis with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Davis is looking to control Jackson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Davis avoid being mounted?
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T4#
Davis trying to control here.
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. Jackson connects with a nice short shot to Davis's temple.
Jackson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Davis keeps working.
Jackson throwing shots but Davis is blocking nicely.
Davis wants to get back to full guard.
Davis blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jackson.
Jackson sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Jackson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Davis with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Davis is trying to control but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Randall Jackson.
I think Jackson 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Randall Jackson!
Randall Jackson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Jonathan Davis was interviewed post fight and said 'He cheated! Check his gloves, they've got chloroform on them!'.
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Event:
IFC 57 Fischer vs Dali
Date: Jun 30, 2018 |
#R1#
Jackson throws out a powerful jab.
Bastard will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lazy Bastard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bastard stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bastard loads up on a big right hand but Jackson slips the punch.
Jackson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bastard fails to land with a series of punches.
Bastard swings for the body but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson misses with a looping left.
Bastard has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rabid Dog in the buildup to the fight.
Jackson lands a jab to Bastard's midsection.
Bastard throws a body punch but Jackson moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bastard. Jackson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jackson misses with a low kick.
Bastard looks to score with a jab to the body but Jackson is just out of range.
Jackson misses with a hook. Bastard ducked under it nicely.
Bastard takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bastard takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jackson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bastard blocks a jab.
Bastard throws a poor cross that misses
#TD2#
and Jackson counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Jackson. #T1#
Bastard is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Bastard wants to sweep here but Jackson controlling him for the moment.
Bastard trying to keep a closed guard but Jackson is proving a slippery customer.
Jackson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bastard avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jackson postures up.
Jackson connects with a couple of short punches.
Jackson trying to control but Bastard is working from the bottom.
Bastard looking to control.
Jackson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bastard wants to stand and escape but Jackson is having none of it.
Jackson postures up in Bastard's guard and throws a big left but Bastard blocks it.
Jackson throws a big elbow that misses.
Jackson throwing strikes from guard but Bastard blocks nicely.
Jackson seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T2#
Jackson looking to pass the guard.
Jackson throwing strikes but missing.
Jackson stops Bastard from standing up.
Jackson postures up and lands a big shot to Bastard's brow.
Bastard looking to control but Jackson passes into half guard.
Bastard desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Bastard tries to kick Jackson off but Jackson keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Jackson drops an elbow to the side of Bastard's head.
Jackson is thwarting Bastard's attempts to control the position.
Jackson trying to control the action but Bastard is working from the bottom. #T3#
Jackson lands with a punch from half guard.
Bastard wants to get back to his feet.
Bastard trying to control but Jackson postures up.
Bastard keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Bastard tries to roll over but Jackson keeps him under control.
Jackson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bastard is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jackson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Jackson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bastard desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Bastard is refusing to be controlled, as Jackson sits in half guard. #T4#
Bastard wants to improve his position but Jackson is controlling well.
Jackson throwing shots but Bastard is blocking nicely.
Jackson 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.
Jackson is nestled in close to Bastard, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Bastard is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jackson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Jackson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bastard's head.
Jackson lands with a punch from half guard.
Bastard wants to get back to his feet.
Jackson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bastard defending well though.
Jackson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
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. Jackson connects with a nice short shot to Bastard's temple.
Bastard moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Bastard really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Bastard has momentary wrist control but Jackson slips an elbow through the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randall Jackson dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Bastard throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Jackson to counter with a crisp jab.
Jackson lands a nice hook to Bastard's body. Bastard takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bastard shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Jackson eats them both and turns towards Bastard to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
A jab from Jackson misses.
Bastard is looking to wear down Jackson with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Jackson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bastard connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jackson scrambles back to his feet.
No joy there for Bastard, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bastard throws a right and a left that Jackson avoids nicely.
Jackson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bastard walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bastard checks a leg kick nicely.
Bastard shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jackson throws a body shot but no joy.
Bastard shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jackson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bastard.
Jackson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bastard scores with a punch to the head.
Bastard misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jackson avoids the body shot from Bastard.
#T1#
Bastard keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jackson.
Bastard throws a body shot but no joy.
Jackson throws a shot from downtown. Bastard moves away and avoids it.
Jackson misses with a wild body shot.
Jackson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lazy Bastard is winning the standup battle so far.
Bastard digs a good body shot into Jackson's ribs.
Bastard misses with a hook.
Bastard looks to land a combination but Jackson avoids it well.
Jackson moves out of range as Bastard strikes.
Lazy Bastard is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jackson slips under a jab.
Jackson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackson. Bastard does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jackson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bastard throws out the jab.
Bastard's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Bastard duly obliges.
Jackson scores with a leg kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jackson.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jackson slips a jab and a cross from Bastard.
Lazy Bastard is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bastard misses with a hook. Jackson ducked under it nicely.
Jackson misses with a body shot.
#T2#
Jackson swings for the body but Bastard moves out of range.
Bastard's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jackson under the eye.#TD2#
Jackson scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Bastard looks like he's trying to stand up.
Jackson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Bastard is trying to stand.
Jackson working Bastard over with strikes.
Bastard trying to control here.
Jackson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Bastard tries to roll over but Jackson keeps him under control.
Bastard looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T3#
Jackson controlling the action here.
Jackson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Jackson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Bastard wants to get back to his feet.
Bastard is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jackson scores with a couple of nice shots.#ROC2#
Bastard is rocked!
Jackson lands strikes from half guard.
Oh Bastard is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jackson slips a nice elbow through Bastard's hands, connecting with Bastard's forehead.
Bastard has hold of Jackson's hands but Jackson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jackson throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Bastard to regain full guard.
Bastard wants to get back to his feet but Jackson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jackson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bastard is looking to stand up but Jackson isn't so interested in that idea.
Bastard utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T4#
Bastard looking to control.
Jackson trying to control but Bastard is working from the bottom.
Bastard seems to have got his legs back now.
Jackson being controlled here momentarily.
Jackson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Jackson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bastard swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jackson stopping the sweep attempt from Bastard.
Bastard controls Jackson momentarily but Jackson frees himself.
Jackson with a nice head shot there.
Jackson trying to control but Bastard is working from the bottom.
Jackson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bastard's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Randall Jackson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
A jab from Jackson misses.
Jackson sizes up Bastard with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A big right from Bastard misses.
Sloppy strikes from Jackson. Those never looked like landing.
Jackson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bastard swings away with a body shot that misses
and Jackson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bastard misses with a double jab.
Jackson cracks Bastard with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jackson misses with a looping left.
Bastard takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A big left from Jackson misses.
Bastard throws a series of punches but Jackson avoids them all with ease.
Bastard takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bastard connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A big right from Bastard misses.
Bastard connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jackson momentarily.
Jackson lands with a nice body punch.
Bastard throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jackson. #T1#
Jackson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bastard.
Jackson lands a body shot.
Bastard throws a right hand that Jackson ducks under and follows up with a left that Jackson also avoids with ease.
Jackson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Jackson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bastard.
Jackson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bastard misses with a two punch combination.
Good standup being displayed there by Jackson as he connects with a hook.
Jackson scores with a jab.#CL2#
Jackson rushes Bastard and presses him up against the cage.
Jackson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Jackson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Jackson.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jackson cracks Bastard with a nice body shot.
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!#TD2#
Jackson turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Jackson working the ground and pound.
You can see the frustration on Bastard's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Lazy Bastard has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Randall Jackson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Jackson landing strikes.
Jackson cracks Bastard with a big elbow.
Jackson cracks Bastard with a big right hand but Bastard just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Bastard can't do much from the bottom here.
Jackson lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Jackson in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Bastard looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Jackson turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Randall Jackson!
A relieved looking Randall Jackson thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
IFC MW 31 Choo vs Brawler
Date: Jun 13, 2018 |
#R1#
Bastard misses the shot to the body.
Lazy Bastard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bastard throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bastard.
Bastard misses with a straight left.
Jackson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson slips under a jab from Bastard.
Bastard fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
Jackson with the counter takedown but Bastard avoids it easily.
Bastard misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Jackson counter with a right hand.
Bastard slips under a jab.
Bastard lands a lovely overhand right.
Bastard misses with a body shot.
Jackson swings for the body but Bastard moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jackson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bastard avoids a kick to the body.
Bastard avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jackson moves away from the strike by Bastard.
Jackson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bastard finds it's way round the side to connect with Jackson's head.
Jackson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from Bastard. Jackson does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
A big right from Bastard misses.
Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bastard.
Nice uppercut lands for Bastard. That snapped Jackson's head back.
Bastard walks into a jab.
Jackson throws a hook to the side of Bastard's head but Bastard sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bastard scores with a jab. Jackson acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #TD2#
Jackson closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Bastard quickly recovers to half guard.
Bastard wants to improve his position but Jackson is controlling well.
Bastard is looking to escape.
Bastard is looking to improve his position.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Bastard taking some punishment here, with Jackson in his half guard.
Jackson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Bastard wants to get back to full guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jackson stalling. #T2#
Bastard is looking to improve his position.
Bastard wants to get back to his feet.
Bastard on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Jackson is trying to control. Bastard wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Jackson tries to pass to full mount but Bastard defends it.
Bastard tries to roll over but Jackson keeps him under control.
Jackson trying to control the pace.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jackson lands a nice short elbow.
Jackson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Jackson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T3#
Bastard is pressing down on Jackson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Jackson lands a couple of elbows.
Bastard is trying to keep Jackson in close.
We've been hearing good reports from Bastard's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Bastard wants to sweep here but Jackson controlling him for the moment.
Jackson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Jackson postures up.
Bastard 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.
Jackson cracks Bastard with a solid left hand.
Bastard preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jackson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bastard's head.
Jackson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Jackson postures up in Bastard's guard and throws a big left but Bastard blocks it.
Jackson looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
Jackson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Jackson works over Bastard with some ground and pound from guard.
Bastard not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jackson content to stall in guard here.
Jackson wants to control from the top but Bastard keeps moving.
Bastard will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Bastard wants to sweep but no luck.
Bastard is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bastard keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
Jackson tries to free his leg and advance position but Bastard is retaining full guard.
Bastard is looking to stand up but Jackson isn't so interested in that idea.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Randall Jackson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Bastard misses with a double jab
and Bastard takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bastard will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bastard really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Nice shot lands for Jackson.
Jackson ducks under a wild hook from Bastard.
Jackson misses with a looping right.
A punch combination from Bastard misses.
Bastard throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jackson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jackson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bastard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bastard takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bastard blocks the body kick.
Bastard misses with a hook. Jackson ducked under it nicely.
Bastard misses with a body shot.
Jackson loads up on a big right hand but Bastard slips the punch.
Jackson lands a nice shot that snaps Bastard's head back.
#T1#
Jackson slips under a jab.
Jab from Bastard.
Bastard loads up on a big right hand but Jackson slips the punch.
Jackson slips a jab from Bastard.
Bastard takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The fighters circling - Bastard throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A nice side step and Jackson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lazy Bastard is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bastard swings for the body but Jackson moves out of range.
Bastard uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jackson has time to react.
Bastard swings for the body but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The fighters circling - Bastard throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And Jackson responds with a good body kick, but Bastard manages to step out the way in time.
Lazy Bastard is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bastard stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bastard throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Jackson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bastard's guard.#ES#
Bastard has his feet on Jackson's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lazy Bastard is winning the standup battle so far.
Bastard misses with a hook. Jackson ducked under it nicely.
Bastard gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jackson.
A telegraphed right hand from Bastard misses the target. #T2#
Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bastard.
Jackson feints the counter takedown.
Jackson lands a jab to the nose.#TD2#
Bastard gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Jackson to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Jackson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Bastard keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
Jackson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bastard looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bastard looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jackson is one step ahead there.
Jackson throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Jackson won't allow Bastard to get back to his feet.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Bastard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Bastard is looking to stand up but Jackson isn't so interested in that idea.
Bastard managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bastard throws a series of punches but Jackson moves out of range.
Jackson looks to land a left hand but Bastard moved out of range nicely.
Bastard will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jackson avoids the body shot from Bastard.
Jackson misses with a straight left.
Bastard tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jackson was well out of range. Poor timing from Bastard.
Jackson misses with a few strikes there.
Jackson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bastard.
Jackson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bastard misses with a right hand
and Jackson counters with a right hand to the body. #T4#
Bastard lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Bastard misses with an uppercut
and Jackson counters with a stiff right hand.
Bastard misses with an uppercut
and Jackson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson throws a big shot that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Bastard on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bastard scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jackson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bastard.
#TD2#
Jackson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bastard napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Bastard takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Jackson looks up at the clock and then as Bastard takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Jackson smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Jackson scores with punches from side control.
Jackson taking a breather here.
Bastard managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Jackson.
Bastard is looking for a sweep.
Jackson taking a breather here.
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 Lazy Bastard will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Jackson missing with a left hand there. Bastard was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bastard is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bastard misses with a right hand
and Jackson counters with a nice uppercut.
Bastard swings widly with a right hand
and Jackson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bastard keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jackson.
Bastard moves out of range of the body kick.#TD2#
Jackson shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES#
Bastard makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
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!
Bastard leaves Jackson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Jackson misses the jab.
Bastard lands the left hand.
Bastard on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Bastard throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
Bastard takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bastard stalks Jackson and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Jackson's face. Jackson staggers backwards, shaken.
Jackson moves out of range of the strikes.
Jackson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bastard defends it well.
A big right from Bastard misses.
Jackson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jackson feints the counter takedown.
Bastard misses with a series of wild punches.
Jackson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Jackson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jackson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bastard ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jackson moves away.
Jackson moves away from the strike by Bastard.
Jackson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bastard slips a straight right by Jackson.
Bastard rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jackson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
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!
Bastard throws a hook but Jackson avoids it easily.#T2#
Bastard moves out of range as Jackson throws a body kick.
Bastard tries to bum rush Jackson with a series of wild strikes but Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bastard keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jackson throws a hook to the side of Bastard's head but Bastard sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bastard appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jackson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bastard.
Bastard is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jackson.
Jackson staying out of range there.
Jackson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Jackson.
Jackson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bastard scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#TD2#
Jackson gets a double leg takedown into Bastard's guard.#ES#
Bastard has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Jackson off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Jackson ducks under a wild hook from Bastard.
Jackson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Jackson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bastard.
A big right from Bastard misses. #T3#
Bastard throws a hook but Jackson avoids it easily.
Jackson slips a straight right by Bastard.
Bastard throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jackson.
Bastard throws a poor cross that misses
and Jackson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bastard thinking. #TD2#
Jackson looking to score a takedown here. Bastard is defending well but Jackson drives through and ends up in Bastard's guard.
Bastard is wriggling around but Jackson manages to pass to half guard.
#REVR#
Jackson controlling the action here.
Bastard has hold of Jackson's hands but Jackson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Randall Jackson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jackson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Jackson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Bastard wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Jackson stops Bastard from getting back to his feet.
Bastard has hold of Jackson's hands but Jackson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jackson lands strikes from half guard.
Jackson slips a nice elbow through Bastard's hands, connecting with Bastard's forehead.
Jackson is pressing down on Bastard's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bastard is holding on for now.
Jackson content to control rather than advance.
Jackson is pressing down on Bastard's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bastard is holding on for now.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bastard wants to control but Jackson is keeping busy.
Bastard is trying to stand.
Jackson lands strikes from half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Lazy Bastard.
I think Bastard has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
IFC MW 28 Island vs Thomas
Date: May 23, 2018 |
#R1#
McDonald tries to clinch
and Jackson counters with a nice uppercut.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McDonald moves to clinch but Jackson breaks away
letting Jackson counter with a right hand.
Jackson has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Jackson throws a jab when McDonald was well out of range.
McDonald tries to counter by clinching up but Jackson breaks away and moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL#
Jackson gets tackled into the cage by McDonald. McDonald maintains the clinch.
Jackson leaning his opponent against the cage.#T1#
Jackson misses with a body punch.
#TD2#
Jackson works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Jackson content to stall in guard here.
McDonald is pulling down on Jackson's head to control his posture.
Jackson trying to control but McDonald is working from the bottom.
McDonald is pulling down on Jackson's head to control his posture. #T2#
Jackson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of McDonald's head.#SUB#
McDonald is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've been hearing good reports from McDonald's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Jackson trying to control but McDonald is working from the bottom.
McDonald utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but McDonald is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson looking to sit in guard and control but McDonald gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T3#
McDonald wants to pass the guard but Jackson is keeping the position.
Jackson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
McDonald sitting in guard, not really doing much.
McDonald's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
McDonald pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jackson is keeping the position for now. #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.
McDonald stopping the sweep attempt from Jackson.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Jackson can do anything to dispel that myth.
McDonald wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving.
McDonald pushes down on Jackson's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Jackson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McDonald controlling the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randall Jackson dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Jackson lands with a nice body punch.
A lazy left from Jackson finds it's target.
Jackson stuns McDonald with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jackson scores with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson looks to score with a jab to the body but McDonald is just out of range.
McDonald tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Jackson manages to circle out of the way.
McDonald uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jackson.#T1##TD2#
McDonald tries to sprawl but Jackson drives through with a takedown into half guard.
McDonald tries to roll over but Jackson keeps him under control.
Well, if Jackson is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
McDonald is not content to let Jackson control the position.
McDonald is pressing down on Jackson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but McDonald is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
McDonald has control of Jackson's left arm, preventing Jackson from doing any damage.
McDonald has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Jackson trying to control but McDonald is working from the bottom.
Jackson preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
McDonald instigates a clinch.
Jackson misses with some punches.
#T3#
Jackson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson scores with a shot to the side of McDonald's head.
McDonald blocks a body shot from Jackson. #BC2#
Jackson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jackson throws a hook to the side of McDonald's head but McDonald sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
As Jackson tries to get set, McDonald tries to push him back and clinch up but Jackson manages to avoid the attempt.
Jackson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jackson scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jackson missing with a left hand there. McDonald was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jackson connects with a body shot.
Jackson lands a jab to the head.
#T4#
Jackson cracks McDonald with an open hand slap.
Jackson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jackson lands with an uppercut that bounces McDonald off the cage and back into range.
Jackson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Randall Jackson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jackson swings and misses with a shot to the body
and McDonald counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A jab from Jackson misses.
As Jackson tries to get set, McDonald tries to push him back and clinch up but Jackson manages to avoid the attempt.
Jackson just misses with a punch to the body.
As Jackson tries to get set, McDonald tries to push him back and clinch up but Jackson manages to avoid the attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randall Jackson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Jackson throws a body shot but no joy.
McDonald wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#CL#
Jackson tries to keep at a distance but McDonald has taken the fight into the clinch.
McDonald trying to stall but Jackson improves his position.
McDonald blocks a body shot from Jackson.
McDonald prevents a body shot from Jackson.
Jackson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Jackson looking to slow down the pace here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonald avoiding damage.
Jackson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC2#
Jackson breaks from the clinch.
#T1#
McDonald slips under a jab.
Jackson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McDonald tries to counter by clinching up but Jackson breaks away and moves out of range.
Jackson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McDonald.#CL2#
Jackson moves into range and clinches up with McDonald.
Jackson misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Jackson is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. McDonald can't fight it off and eventually Jackson manages to take the fight to the floor. McDonald looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
McDonald keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
Jackson is working McDonald over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Randall Jackson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
McDonald is pulling down on Jackson's head. It's preventing any offense from Jackson, at least for the moment.
Randall Jackson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jackson looking to sit in guard and control but McDonald gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
McDonald is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
McDonald trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom. #T3#
McDonald controlling from the top position.
McDonald postures up.
McDonald is fighting to break Jackson's control of his arms but Jackson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Jackson can't keep his opponent in guard - McDonald advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
McDonald is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jackson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Jackson is staying active underneath McDonald, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
McDonald content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jackson is trying to control but can't.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jack McDonald has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jackson connects with a right hand. McDonald shakes it off.
And that's the end of the fight!
Randall Jackson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Jackson 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randall Jackson!
An out of breath Randall Jackson thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
WFC 10:Payne vs Jacobs
Date: Sep 30, 2017 |
#R1#
Coulter keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Andrew Coulter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Coulter connects with a crisp jab.
Coulter swings for the body but Jackson moves out of range.
Coulter tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jackson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Coulter is looking to score with low kicks.
Jackson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Coulter misses with a jab, cross combination.
#TD2#
Jackson closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #ES#
Coulter kicks Jackson off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Coulter misses with a two punch combination.
Coulter fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Coulter avoids the body shot from Jackson.
Coulter fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A big right from Jackson misses.
Jackson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T1#
Some bone on bone action there as Jackson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jackson thows a leg kick but Coulter checks it
and Coulter counters with a two punch combo.
Jackson throws a poor cross that misses
and Coulter counters with a right hand to the body.
Coulter attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Coulter fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jackson throws out a counter right but Coulter avoids it with no problem.
Jackson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Jackson misses with a hook.
Coulter misses with the combination.
Jackson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Coulter defends it well.
Coulter uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jackson.
Coulter tries to bum rush Jackson with a series of wild strikes but Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T2#
Jackson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Coulter.
Coulter keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Coulter tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jackson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jackson walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Coulter checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jackson misses with a body kick.
Coulter misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jackson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A punch combination from Coulter misses.
Jackson throws a low kick but it's checked well by Coulter.
Jackson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD2#
Jackson shoots in and bounces Coulter off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jackson is working Coulter over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T3#
Jackson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Jackson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Jackson throws a big elbow that misses.
Jackson is working Coulter over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Jackson landing with the ground and pound.
Jackson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Coulter keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
Coulter looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Jackson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Coulter's head.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Jackson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jackson controlling from the top position.
Jackson lands a couple of elbows.
Jackson throws a big right hand that misses.
Jackson trying to control but Coulter is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Coulter will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andrew Coulter dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Coulter misses with a wild combination.
Coulter scores with the left hand. Jackson knows he should have avoided that one.
Andrew Coulter is winning the standup battle so far.
Coulter misses with a low kick.
Jackson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Coulter rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jackson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Coulter is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jackson can do to turn this around?
Jackson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Coulter.
Coulter wants to land a leg kick but Jackson is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coulter throws a right and a left that Jackson avoids nicely.
Coulter lands a body shot.
#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Coulter enables Jackson to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Coulter manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Jackson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1#
Jackson landing with the ground and pound.
Jackson seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Jackson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jackson is stalling in the full guard.
Jackson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Coulter can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Jackson controls the pace.
Coulter really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Jackson postures up in Coulter's guard and throws a big left but Coulter blocks it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Coulter lands a nice shot that snaps Jackson's head back.
Coulter tries to close the distance and clinch but Jackson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Coulter misses with a wild combination.
Jackson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Coulter fails in his attempt to clinch.
Some wild striking there from Coulter.
#T3#
Coulter blocks the body kick.
Jackson looks to land a right hand but Coulter moved out of range.
Coulter fails to land with a series of punches.
Jackson tries to counter with a clinch but Coulter shakes him off and moves away.
Coulter throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jackson misses with a looping left.
Coulter throws a looping overhand right but Jackson ducks down to avoid it.
Jackson misses with an uppercut
and Coulter counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Andrew Coulter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A bone on bone clash there as Coulter blocks the leg kick.
Coulter throws a left and a right that both miss
#CL2#
and Jackson moves into the clinch.
Jackson struggles to land a body shot inside as Coulter controls his hands.
Coulter is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T4#
Jackson tries for a takedown but Coulter manages to get underhooks.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Coulter blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Jackson.
Coulter struggles to land a body shot inside as Jackson controls his hands.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC#
Coulter pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A leg kick checked by Jackson.
Coulter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Andrew Coulter dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Coulter misses with a wild body shot.
Coulter throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Jackson counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Jackson. #ES#
Coulter pushes Jackson off and scrambles back to his feet.
Coulter lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jackson circles away quickly and effectively.
Coulter listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Coulter misses with a series of wild punches.
Coulter avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Coulter tries to bum rush Jackson with a series of wild strikes but Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jackson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Coulter.
Coulter went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A jab from Coulter finds it's way through Jackson's defenses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jackson. #T1#
Coulter throws a lazy right hand but Jackson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Jackson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Coulter tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jackson's elbow.
Jackson'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.
Jackson taking a breather.
The crowd are getting on Jackson's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Jackson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Coulter's elbow.
Coulter tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jackson's elbow.
Randall Jackson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
A head punch on the inside from Jackson fails to land.
Coulter stops a takedown attempt from Jackson.
Coulter misses with a punch to the body.
Jackson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson throws a punch but it's blocked by Coulter.
Coulter struggles to land a body shot inside as Jackson controls his hands.
Jackson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jackson stalling in the clinch.
Coulter misses with a punch to the body.
Coulter lands a body shot in the clinch.
#T3#
Jackson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A bit of stalling here from Jackson.
Jackson blocks an uppercut.
Jackson stalls.
Jackson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Coulter prevents the takedown attempt.
Jackson taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Coulter lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
Coulter tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jackson's elbow. #T4#
Coulter lands an uppercut.
Coulter looking to stall.
Coulter trying to stall but Jackson improves his position.
Jackson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jackson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jackson swings wildly with an uppercut but Coulter uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jackson working aggressively here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson throws a head punch that misses.
Jackson misses with some punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
Andrew Coulter showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Coulter, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Andrew Coulter!
Andrew Coulter took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Voodoo Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 10, 2017 |
#R1#
Jackson misses with a leg kick
and Sorthcutt cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sorthcutt listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jackson throws a leg kick that is checked
and Sorthcutt counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jackson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sorthcutt counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jackson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jackson throws a poor cross that misses
letting Sorthcutt counter with a right hand.
Sorthcutt scores with a hook.
Sorthcutt scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jackson throws an off balance right hand
and Sorthcutt counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sorthcutt lands with a straight right. Jackson didn't see that one coming.#ROC#
Jackson is rocked!
Sorthcutt throws a good cross that connects.
Jackson is still on wobbly legs! Can Sorthcutt finish him?
Jackson tries for a takedown but Sorthcutt circles away easily
and Sorthcutt counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nage Sorthcutt!
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