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Event:
TIT 68 - Manduk v Haymon
Date: Nov 06, 2017 |
#R1#
Acid fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tuctic manages to avoid it.
Tuctic feints the counter takedown.
Tuctic doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Acid connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#
It looks like Sanu Tuctic has been cut.
Nice takedown defense from Acid. No joy for Tuctic on that attempt.
Acid is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Acid scores with a jab. Tuctic acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tuctic shoots and misses
and Acid counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Uncle Acid has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sanu Tuctic.
Tuctic looks up at the clock. Bad move! Acid lands a right hand from hell, dropping Tuctic. Acid pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Uncle Acid!
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Event:
TIT 63 - Omega v Manduk
Date: Oct 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Adams ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Adams will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Tuctic takes a body punch but keeps moving. #TD2#
Tuctic fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Adams sprawls well initially but Tuctic persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Tuctic seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Adams is trying to control but Tuctic manages to pass to mount!
Tuctic content just to control the position here. #SUB2#
Tuctic jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Adams is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Adams and Tuctic has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Adams has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Adams wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#T1#
Adams managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Tuctic.
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. #SUB2#
Tuctic tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Adams wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Adams is trying to get back to half guard.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Tuctic is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Adams has escaped the position, nice work there.
Adams tries to buck Tuctic off but Tuctic is having none of it.
Adams is trying to escape the position but Tuctic is controlling the position.
Tuctic in side control, throwing shots but Adams defends.
Adams is pushing Tuctic's head away, looking to escape. Tuctic manages to hold on to the position though.
Adams is looking for a sweep.
Adams regains half guard.
Tuctic throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Well, if Tuctic 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.
#T3##SUB2#
Tuctic is looking for a kimura but Adams is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tuctic to get the leverage.
Adams trying to hold on to Tuctic's head to control him but Tuctic postures up.
Tuctic controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Tuctic is trying to work for a kimura but Adams is defending well.
Adams tries to roll over but Tuctic keeps him under control.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Tuctic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Adams has managed to free his arm - good work.
Tuctic sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Adams defending well though.
Adams wants to control but Tuctic is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Tuctic is pressing down on Adams's thigh, looking to free his foot. Adams is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Tuctic looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Still in half guard, Tuctic seems content to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sanu Tuctic dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Adams tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tuctic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Adams bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tuctic's head backwards.
Tuctic tries to score a power double leg takedown but Adams sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tuctic somewhat.
Adams moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT#
It looks like Sanu Tuctic has been cut.
Tuctic has a takedown stuffed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tuctic drops his hands momentarily and Adams takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Adams looks for a takedown but Tuctic sprawls well.
Sanu Tuctic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Adams gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T1##SUB#
Adams has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tuctic is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Adams.
Tuctic tries to move to mount but Adams blocks the move with his legs.
Adams is looking to regain half guard here but Tuctic keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Tuctic looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Adams tries to escape but Tuctic is in control. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Adams is trying to get back to half guard.
Tuctic slows the pace down.
Let's hope that Tuctic has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
An elbow from Tuctic crashes against the mat.
Adams is trying to get back to half guard.
Tuctic just content to control the position. #T3#
Tuctic has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Sanu Tuctic has got the better of the ground game so far.
Adams is looking to improve his position but Tuctic isn't that keen on the idea.
Tuctic content just to control the position here. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Adams tries to hold on but Tuctic pushes him away.
Adams is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tuctic working Adams over with strikes here.
Tuctic controlling from mount.
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.
Sanu Tuctic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sanu Tuctic's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Adams will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Adams leaves Tuctic with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tuctic takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tuctic will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Adams tries to clinch there but Tuctic circles away.
Rielly Adams is winning the standup battle so far.
Tuctic shoots for a takedown but Adams saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Rielly Adams has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sanu Tuctic.
Good standup being displayed there by Adams as he connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Tuctic shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB#
Adams looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Adams is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tuctic defends well.#T1#
Tuctic postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Adams looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Tuctic is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Tuctic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Adams preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Tuctic won't allow Adams to get back to his feet.
Tuctic showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Adams looking for a guillotine here but Tuctic defends easily.
Tuctic stopping the sweep attempt from Adams.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tuctic shoots for a takedown but Adams saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T3#
Tuctic dives in for a single leg takedown but Adams sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Tuctic darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Adams scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Tuctic manages to mount him!
Tuctic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Adams tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T4#
Adams tries to lock up and control but Tuctic gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Adams keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Tuctic content just to control the position here. #SUB2#
Tuctic working for a guillotine from mount but Adams is in no mood to give up.
Tuctic controlling the position easily from mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sanu Tuctic.
I've got Tuctic 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 Bart Greer scores the fight 28:30
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 28:29
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sanu Tuctic!
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Event:
TIT 50 - Fury v Jenkins
Date: Sep 25, 2017 |
#R1#
A swing and a miss from Bulletzowich.
Bulletzowich has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gizmo's Gym in the buildup to the fight.#TD2#
Tuctic closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bulletzowich did well to prevent Tuctic getting side control.
Tuctic wants to control but Bulletzowich is keeping him busy.
Bulletzowich trying to hold on to Tuctic's head to control him but Tuctic postures up.
Bulletzowich is looking for a sweep. Tuctic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bulletzowich wants to control but Tuctic is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bulletzowich punching from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Tuctic is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Tuctic prevents Bulletzowich from improving his position.#T1#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Bulletzowich wants to improve his position but Tuctic is controlling well.
Bulletzowich manages to get to full guard.
Bulletzowich is striking but Tuctic is not phased and passes to half guard.
Tuctic keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Bulletzowich is looking for a sweep. Tuctic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bulletzowich manages to get to full guard.
Tuctic slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T2#
Bulletzowich tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bulletzowich is working hard here to advance position.
Tuctic pushes down on Bulletzowich's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Bulletzowich tries to roll over but Tuctic keeps him under control.
Bulletzowich could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Tuctic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bulletzowich does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Tuctic passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Bulletzowich!
Bulletzowich can't escape the position.
Bulletzowich sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB2#
Tuctic is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Bulletzowich is looking for a sweep. Tuctic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Bulletzowich slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bulletzowich wants to sweep here but Tuctic controlling him for the moment.
Tuctic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Tuctic wants to control from the top but Bulletzowich keeps moving.
Bulletzowich looking for a sweep. Not yet Bulletzowich, not yet. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tuctic slips nicely into half guard.
Tuctic takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Tuctic prevents Bulletzowich from improving his position.
Tuctic content to control rather than advance.
Bulletzowich tries to roll over but Tuctic keeps him under control.
Tuctic keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tuctic is looking to take a break and control but Bulletzowich is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tuctic trying to control the pace.
It looks like Tuctic might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sanu Tuctic 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##TD2#
Tuctic shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bulletzowich manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Bulletzowich looking for a sweep. Not yet Bulletzowich, not yet.
Tuctic wants to control from the top but Bulletzowich keeps moving.
Bulletzowich bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tuctic's guard. #REVR#
Tuctic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bulletzowich with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Tuctic has his foot on Bulletzowich's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bulletzowich works his way back into a safe position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tuctic is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Tuctic trying to control but Bulletzowich is working from the bottom. #T1#
Tuctic won't allow Bulletzowich to sweep him here.
Bulletzowich keeping moving, preventing Tuctic from controlling successfully.
Bulletzowich 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#
Bulletzowich not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Nice strikes from Bulletzowich there.
Bulletzowich has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Tuctic wants to control but Bulletzowich is having none of it.
Tuctic is trying desperately to improve position.#T2#
Bulletzowich punishing his opponent with strikes.
Tuctic is looking to improve his position but Bulletzowich isn't that keen on the idea.
Bulletzowich avoids the attempt from Tuctic to control.
Bulletzowich in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Bulletzowich pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bulletzowich looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Bulletzowich is landing with some decent strikes but Tuctic is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Bulletzowich raining down shots from the mount!
Tuctic gets back to half guard.#T3#
Tuctic has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bulletzowich is working away from the top position though.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Bulletzowich lands a nice short elbow.
Tuctic is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bulletzowich's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bulletzowich's back!
Bulletzowich tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Tuctic working for the choke.
Tuctic controlling well, preventing Bulletzowich from escaping the position.
Will Tuctic go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#SUB2#
Tuctic looking for the RNC.
Tuctic has the hooks in. Bulletzowich is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T4#
Bulletzowich tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Bulletzowich tries to reverse the position but Tuctic maintains control.
Tuctic controlling his opponent.
Bulletzowich is trying desperately to improve position.
Bulletzowich is squirming around, avoiding Tuctic's attempts to control the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Boris Bulletzowich dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Tuctic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bulletzowich.
Sanu Tuctic is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Bulletzowich shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Tuctic looking for submissions off his back.
Tuctic is positioning himself well to prevent Bulletzowich advancing to mount.
Bulletzowich missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tuctic is concentrating on defense, preventing Bulletzowich from advancing position.
Bulletzowich landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Bulletzowich wants to free his trapped foot but Tuctic is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bulletzowich drops an elbow to the side of Tuctic's head. #T1#
Tuctic makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tuctic.
Bulletzowich working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bulletzowich accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bulletzowich connects with a couple of short punches.
Bulletzowich landing with the ground and pound.
Bulletzowich works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Tuctic blocking the ground and pound attempt from Bulletzowich.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Bulletzowich lands a nice short elbow.
Bulletzowich prevents Tuctic from improving his position.
Ground and pound from Bulletzowich. #T2#
Bulletzowich throws a strike but Tuctic avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Tuctic is trying to keep Bulletzowich in close.
Bulletzowich in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tuctic has his hands on Bulletzowich's head, controlling the position.
Bulletzowich landing some decent shots from guard.
Boris Bulletzowich overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Tuctic looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tuctic preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bulletzowich postures up and lands a big shot to Tuctic's brow. #T3##SUB2#
Tuctic has his foot on Bulletzowich's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bulletzowich works his way back into a safe position though.
Bulletzowich trying to control the position from guard on top but Tuctic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bulletzowich throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bulletzowich stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tuctic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bulletzowich lands a couple of digs.
Bulletzowich keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tuctic's head.
Bulletzowich trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tuctic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Tuctic is trying to keep Bulletzowich in close.
Bulletzowich postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4#
Tuctic wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Tuctic controls Bulletzowich momentarily but Bulletzowich frees himself.
Bulletzowich throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tuctic works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Bulletzowich with a nice head shot there.
Tuctic controlling the position.
Tuctic working a defensive guard here.
Bulletzowich lands a couple of elbows.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bulletzowich connects with a couple of short punches.
Bulletzowich postures up and lands a big shot to Tuctic's brow.
Tuctic manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bulletzowich manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
And that's the end of the fight!
Boris Bulletzowich showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bulletzowich 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:28
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boris Bulletzowich!
Boris Bulletzowich bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
TIT 45 - Battock v Rutherford
Date: Sep 13, 2017 |
#R1#
Vasquez loads up on a big right hand but Tuctic slips the punch.
Vasquez misses with a body shot.
Tuctic fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A counter left hand to the body from Vasquez misses its target.
Tuctic dives in for a single leg takedown but Vasquez sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A counter left hand to the body from Vasquez misses its target.
Tuctic darts in looking for a takedown but Vasquez gets double underhooks and turns Tuctic into the cage.
Juan Vasquez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sanu Tuctic.
Vasquez throws a shot from downtown. Tuctic moves away and avoids it.
Vasquez scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CUT#
It looks like Sanu Tuctic has been cut.
Vasquez misses with a body shot.
Tuctic tries for a takedown but Vasquez circles away easily
letting Vasquez counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tuctic shoots in looking for a takedown. Vasquez tries to sprawl out of it but Tuctic keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Vasquez manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1#
Vasquez lands a nice hook to Tuctic's body. Tuctic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tuctic doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tuctic tries for a takedown but Vasquez circles away easily
and Vasquez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Juan Vasquez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tuctic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
No luck for Tuctic with that takedown attempt.
Vasquez lands a jab to the head.
Vasquez is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Tuctic fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vasquez avoids it really well and circles away.
Vasquez is looking for a counter combo.#T2#
Vasquez cracks Tuctic with a good jab.#ROC#
Tuctic is rocked!
Vasquez throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tuctic stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tuctic is still on wobbly legs! Can Vasquez finish him?
Tuctic looks winded!
Vasquez lunges in with a left hook that violently twists Tuctic head around and knocks him out cold! Vasquez hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Juan Vasquez!
In his post fight interview, Juan Vasquez started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
TIT 39 - Nucombe v Melodies
Date: Aug 30, 2017 |
#R1#
Tuctic tries for a takedown but Payne circles away easily
and Payne counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jab by Payne.
Tuctic takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tuctic fails with the takedown
and Payne cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Payne ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tuctic with a poor takedown
and Payne counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sanu Tuctic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A jab from Payne does it's job there.
Payne connects with a body shot that sends Tuctic's belly button to the back.
Payne displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CUT2#
It looks like Sanu Tuctic has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tuctic misses with a takedown
and Payne counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tuctic shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Tuctic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#
Tuctic is rocked!
Tuctic is breathing heavily.
Tuctic backs away from a small jab... but Payne lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Tuctic crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Payne with a spectacular finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Major Payne!
Major Payne decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
TIT 34 - Fury v Haymon
Date: Aug 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Tuctic or perhaps it was just good defense by Manley, which made it look bad.
Tuctic shoots for a double leg takedown but Manley sprawls well. He's pushed Tuctic's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
And Manley tries to counter it with a takedown but Tuctic pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD#
Tuctic is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Manley's half guard.
Tuctic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Manley keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Manley is looking to control Tuctic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Manley avoid being mounted?
Tuctic is keen to just control but Manley is a slippery customer.
Manley tries to get to full guard but Tuctic has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manley is controlling Tuctic's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Manley is pressing down on Tuctic's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Manley has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T1#
Tuctic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Manley managing to control the position.
Tuctic trying to control but Manley is working from the bottom.
Manley has control of Tuctic's left arm, preventing Tuctic from doing any damage.
Tuctic wants to pass the guard but Manley is keeping the position.
Tuctic won't allow Manley to sweep him here.
Tuctic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Manley swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Manley looking to control.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Manley feints and as Tuctic raises his hands in defense, Manley changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Manley's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Tuctic working for a triangle but Manley defends it easily.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Manley trying to control the position from guard on top but Tuctic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Manley not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Manley accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tuctic has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Tuctic controls Manley momentarily but Manley frees himself. #T3#
Manley with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Tuctic has his foot on Manley's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Manley works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Tuctic throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Manley scoring with punches to the head and body.
Manley postures up and lands a big shot to Tuctic's brow.
Tuctic on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tuctic tries to get out of the position.
Manley working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Tuctic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Manley can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Manley trying to control but Tuctic is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB#
Tuctic looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tuctic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Manley engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Manley won't allow Tuctic to sweep him here.
Tuctic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Tuctic looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Manley is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Tuctic is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Manley defends well.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Manley accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Iggy Manley dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Manley shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Tuctic is trying to defend but Manley finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Tuctic makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tuctic.
Tuctic is adopting a defensive guard.
Tuctic is trying to keep Manley in close.
Iggy Manley has got the better of the ground game so far.
Manley connects with a couple of short punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Tuctic is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Manley is aware though and is defending well.
Manley advances position into side control!
Tuctic takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T1#
Manley lands a few punches from side control.
Tuctic is trying to control Manley's posture but Manley avoids it.
Manley in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Tuctic tries to buck Manley off but Manley is having none of it.
Manley cracks Tuctic with a big right hand but Tuctic just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
#CUT2#
It looks like Sanu Tuctic has been cut.
Manley scoring with punches and elbows. #ROC2#
Tuctic is rocked!
Tuctic is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Oh Tuctic is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Manley scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Tuctic is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Manley can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Iggy Manley!
A very excited looking Iggy Manley rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Tuctic with a poor takedown
and Tackett counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#
It looks like Sanu Tuctic has been cut.#TD2#
Tuctic shoots in and bounces Tackett off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Tuctic controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Tackett looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tuctic is one step ahead there.
Tuctic is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tackett tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tuctic controlling from the top position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Tuctic shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Tackett is trying to defend but Tuctic finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#T2##SUB2#
Tuctic seems to be looking for submissions.
Tuctic not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Tuctic controlling the pace.
Tackett is trying to control but can't.
Tuctic stalling.
Tackett is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Tuctic throwing shots but Tackett is blocking nicely.
Tuctic trying to control the pace.
Tuctic tries to pass to full mount but Tackett defends it.
Tackett definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tuctic keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Reid Tackett is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tuctic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tackett lands with a cross.
Tackett digs a good body shot into Tuctic's ribs.
Tuctic throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Tackett's waist but Tackett gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tuctic off to one side.
Tuctic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Reid Tackett has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sanu Tuctic.
Horrible takedown attempt by Tuctic or perhaps it was just good defense by Tackett, which made it look bad.
An attempted straight right counter from Tackett misses the target.
Tuctic tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tackett swivels and escapes.
Tackett uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tackett lands a really nice looking cross but Tuctic seems unphased.
Tuctic tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tackett defends well and Tuctic ends up having to push Tackett into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tuctic looks winded!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tuctic is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tackett lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tuctic at a distance.
Tackett throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tuctic walks into a straight right hand from Tackett.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Reid Tackett dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sanu Tuctic's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Tackett lands a nice looking body shot.
Tackett digs a good body shot into Tuctic's ribs.
Tackett lands with a right hand.
Tuctic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tackett misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tuctic.
Tuctic takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tackett is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nice sprawl there from Tackett as Tuctic shoots in.
Nice takedown defense from Tackett. No joy for Tuctic on that attempt.
Tackett cracks Tuctic with a hook to the temple - Tuctic is on wobbly legs here! Tackett swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Tuctic falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Tackett wins by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Reid Tackett!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Poplawski shoots in for a takedown but Tuctic shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Tuctic shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Poplawski manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Poplawski is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Poplawski keeping full guard, as Tuctic tries to pass. #SUB2#
Poplawski looking for a guillotine here but Tuctic defends easily.
Poplawski throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Tuctic looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Poplawski escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tuctic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tuctic postures up.
#T1#
Tuctic is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tuctic'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.
Our spies down at at Gizmo's Gym inform us that Poplawski has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Tuctic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Poplawski manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tuctic manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Tuctic looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Poplawski trying to control but Tuctic is working from the bottom.
Tuctic looking to control.
#SUB#
Poplawski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tuctic has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Poplawski has managed to get both his arms back between Tuctic's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Poplawski won't allow Tuctic to sweep him here. #T2#
Poplawski throws a big right hand that misses.
Tuctic is controlling Poplawski's posture.#SUB2#
Poplawski drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Tuctic dives on top into guard.#REVR#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Tuctic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Poplawski swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Poplawski looking for a guillotine here but Tuctic defends easily.
Tuctic throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Poplawski throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tuctic knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Poplawski on the ground.
Poplawski keeping moving, preventing Tuctic from controlling successfully.
Tuctic has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T3#
Tuctic with a flurry of punches that miss.
Poplawski keeping moving, preventing Tuctic from controlling successfully.
Poplawski is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Tuctic wants to get back to full guard.
Tuctic is refusing to be controlled, as Poplawski sits in half guard.
Tuctic is looking for a sweep. Poplawski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Poplawski lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Tuctic trying to control here.
Tuctic tries to roll over but Poplawski keeps him under control.#T4#
Tuctic is not content to let Poplawski control the position.
Poplawski passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Tuctic! #SUB2#
Poplawski has hold of Tuctic's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Tuctic manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Tuctic slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Tuctic blocking the ground and pound attempt from Poplawski.
Tuctic might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Poplawski with the ground and pound but Tuctic uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Tuctic keeping moving, preventing Poplawski from controlling successfully.
Tuctic on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tuctic tries to get out of the position.
Tuctic preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Poplawski throws an elbow that misses. Tuctic uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Poplawski's guard. Nice move by Tuctic!#REVR#
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 Sanu Tuctic 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#
Poplawski darts in looking for a takedown but Tuctic gets double underhooks and turns Poplawski into the cage. #TD#
Tuctic closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Poplawski quickly recovers to half guard.
Tuctic is controlling the pace.
Poplawski trying to hold on to Tuctic's head to control him but Tuctic postures up.
Poplawski won't allow Tuctic to pass to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Poplawski looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tuctic trying to pass the guard but Poplawski defending well.
Tuctic stalling.
Poplawski tries to roll over but Tuctic keeps him under control.#T1##SUB#
Tuctic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Poplawski is just riding it out for now. Tuctic eventually gives up the hold.
Still in half guard, Tuctic seems content to control.#SUB2#
Poplawski looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Poplawski tries to roll over but Tuctic keeps him under control.
Tuctic moves into full mount! Poplawski won't be happy about that!
Tuctic looking to ground and pound but Poplawski is blocking nicely. #T2#
Tuctic looking to control and managing it successfully.
Tuctic blocks Poplawski's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Sanu Tuctic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Poplawski regains half guard.
Poplawski has a hand on Tuctic's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Tuctic takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Tuctic takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Poplawski wants to hold on but Tuctic pushes him away.
Tuctic landing punches. #SUB#
Tuctic looking for a guillotine from mount but Poplawski is having none of it.
Tuctic controlling from the full mount.
Tuctic with a couple of short strikes.
Tuctic controlling from the full mount. #T3##SUB#
Tuctic looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Poplawski is trying to escape the mount.
Tuctic landing strikes, looking to finish! #SUB#
Tuctic looking for a guillotine from mount but Poplawski is having none of it.
Tuctic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Poplawski can do to turn this around?
Tuctic raining down shots from the mount!
Poplawski is in all sorts of trouble here.
Tuctic looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Further stalling from Tuctic.
Poplawski takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Tuctic breaks from Poplawski's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Tuctic controlling the position easily from mount.
Tuctic lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Poplawski is trying desperately to improve position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tuctic controlling the pace for now.
Tuctic has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Tuctic is stinking the place up with his stalling.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sanu Tuctic dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Poplawski decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Tuctic trying to control but Poplawski postures up.
Tuctic is looking to improve his position.
Tuctic is trying to maintain the position but Poplawski is very close to passing his half guard.
Poplawski trying to control from half guard but Tuctic is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tuctic wants to control but Poplawski is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Poplawski looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#T1#
Tuctic is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Tuctic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tuctic is trying to maintain the position but Poplawski is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Poplawski is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Poplawski is trying to work for a kimura but Tuctic is defending well.
#SUB2#
Poplawski is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Tuctic has managed to free his arm - good work.
Poplawski takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tuctic is looking for a sweep. Poplawski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Poplawski is working for a submission of some sort.
Poplawski thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tuctic's head. #SUB2#
Tuctic is defending against the submission attempts here by Poplawski.
Poplawski is trying to control. Tuctic wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tuctic gets back to full guard.
#T3#
Poplawski trying to control the position from guard on top but Tuctic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Tuctic is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Poplawski defends well.#SUB#
Tuctic is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Poplawski defends well.#SUB#
Tuctic had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Poplawski defends it easily.#SUB#
Tuctic has his foot on Poplawski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Poplawski works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Poplawski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Poplawski wants to control from the top but Tuctic keeps moving. #T4#
Tuctic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tuctic holds on and takes a little breather.
Tuctic wants to sweep here but Poplawski controlling him for the moment.
Tuctic is trying to keep Poplawski in close.
#SUB2#
Poplawski is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Tuctic is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Tuctic has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tuctic content to stall in guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Teofil Poplawski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tuctic 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sanu Tuctic!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Farfan is looking to land body kicks.
Farfan throws a right hand that Tuctic ducks under and follows up with a left that Tuctic also avoids with ease.#TD#
Tuctic closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Farfan did well to prevent Tuctic getting side control.
Farfan wants to stand back up but Tuctic manages to pass into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Tuctic is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Farfan is trying to escape and Tuctic transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Farfan is forced to tap! Nice work there by Tuctic! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sanu Tuctic!
In defeat, BJ Farfan stepped up to the mic, saying 'This sucks, my brothers are going to beat my ass'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 30, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Gooch looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Tuctic!
Tuctic struggling a bit here.
Tuctic sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Tuctic looking for submissions off his back.
Gooch missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Tuctic trying to control but Gooch postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tuctic slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Tuctic seems keen to control Gooch's posture.#T1#
Gooch 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.
Tuctic utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Tuctic had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gooch defends it easily.
Gooch missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Tuctic preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Gooch throws a strike but Tuctic rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Tuctic throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tuctic is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Tuctic wants to pass the guard but Gooch is keeping the position.#T2#
Tuctic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Tuctic won't allow Gooch to sweep him here.
Tuctic throws a big right hand that misses.
Gooch is looking to stand up but Tuctic isn't so interested in that idea.
Tuctic controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T3#
Gooch preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Gooch feints and as Tuctic raises his hands in defense, Gooch changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB#
Tuctic had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gooch defends it easily.
Tuctic wants to sweep here but Gooch controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Gooch is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Tuctic has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Gooch is looking to defend but Tuctic has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Gooch! Tuctic pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Gooch taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Sanu Tuctic!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 27, 2017 |
#R1#
Neffgen lands the left hand.
Tuctic moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#TD2#
Neffgen changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Tuctic looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Tuctic is trying to control Neffgen's posture but Neffgen avoids it.
Tuctic is looking to regain half guard here but Neffgen keeps moving and retains side control.
Neffgen working away.
Tuctic tries to bench press Neffgen off him but Neffgen keeps the position.
Tuctic on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tuctic tries to get out of the position.
Neffgen working away.
Neffgen throws a strike aimed at the side of Tuctic's head but Tuctic avoids it well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Neffgen in the domination position with Tuctic hanging on.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tuctic is looking to regain half guard here but Neffgen keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Tuctic sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Tuctic looking for submissions off his back.
Tuctic wants to control but Neffgen is keeping busy.
Tuctic is doing well to control the position and prevent Neffgen from advancing to side control.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tuctic is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tuctic regains full guard. Nicely done.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tuctic holds on and takes a little breather.
Tuctic preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Tuctic managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3##TD#
Tuctic closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Neffgen did well to prevent Tuctic getting side control.
Well, if Tuctic 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.
Neffgen is trying to stand up here but Tuctic is controlling him well.
Tuctic content to control rather than advance.
Neffgen looks like he's trying to stand up.
Tuctic looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Christian Neffgen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tuctic keeps the fight on the outside.
Tuctic moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#TD2#
Neffgen closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Tuctic to the mat! Tuctic manages to get full guard.
Tuctic looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Christian Neffgen dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sanu Tuctic's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Tuctic looks for a takedown but Neffgen sprawls well.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Neffgen enables Tuctic to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Neffgen manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Tuctic wants to pass the guard but Neffgen is keeping the position.
Tuctic 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.
Tuctic stops Neffgen from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Tuctic thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've been informed that Neffgen has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Neffgen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Neffgen wants to get back to his feet but Tuctic is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1#
Neffgen keeping full guard, as Tuctic tries to pass.
Tuctic forces his way into half guard.
Tuctic trying to control the pace.
Neffgen wants to stand back up but Tuctic manages to pass into side control.
Tuctic in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Neffgen is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Tuctic is controlling him well.
Tuctic advances to full mount.
Tuctic controlling the position easily from mount.
Tuctic has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3##SUB#
Tuctic jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Neffgen manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tuctic slows the pace down.
Tuctic misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Tuctic happy to just control the position for now.
Tuctic tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tuctic advances to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sanu Tuctic dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sanu Tuctic's cut.
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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Tuctic closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Neffgen's guard.
Neffgen is looking to stand up but Tuctic isn't so interested in that idea.
Tuctic forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Neffgen is defending against the submission attempts here by Tuctic.
Tuctic takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Neffgen is trying to escape back to his feet but Tuctic uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Tuctic controls the position.#SUB#
Tuctic is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Neffgen has escaped the position, nice work there.
Neffgen parries the strikes from Tuctic easily there. Tuctic is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Neffgen to escape.
Tuctic controlling the position from side mount. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tuctic'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.#SUB#
Tuctic is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Neffgen knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Neffgen is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Tuctic has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB#
Tuctic tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Tuctic taking a breather here. #T3#
Neffgen is pushing Tuctic's head away, looking to escape. Tuctic manages to hold on to the position though.#SUB#
Tuctic is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Neffgen knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Neffgen wants to get back to his feet but Tuctic drags him back down.
Tuctic taking a breather here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Tuctic.
Neffgen tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
What can Neffgen do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#SUB#
Tuctic looking for the choke from the back.
Neffgen is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Good control from Tuctic.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sanu Tuctic showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Tuctic 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sanu Tuctic!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Jaa just misses with a punch to the body.
Jaa goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT#
It looks like Sanu Tuctic has been cut.
Jaa pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tuctic shoots and misses
and Jaa counters with a stiff right hand.
Jaa misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tuctic closes the distance and clinches up with Jaa, looking for a takedown. Tuctic pushes Jaa against the cage but Jaa circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
It looked like Jaa wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tuctic shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jaa as he avoids it easily.
Tony Jaa has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sanu Tuctic.
Tuctic with a poor takedown
and Jaa connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tuctic fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jaa avoids it really well and circles away.
Jaa cracks Tuctic with an open hand slap.#T1#
Jaa throws out a powerful jab.
Jaa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tuctic doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jaa counters with a straight right hand.
Jaa feints a jab promting Tuctic to slip. Jaa then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Tuctic slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Jaa throws a good cross that connects.
Tuctic ducks under a wild hook from Jaa.
Jaa closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Tuctic! Jaa dives in looking to finish! Tuctic is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tony Jaa!
During a confident post fight interview, Tony Jaa thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Jab by Armstrong.
Tuctic will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Tuctic dives in for a single leg takedown but Armstrong sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Good exchange - Armstrong coming out on top.#CUT#
It looks like Sanu Tuctic has been cut.#TD2#
Tuctic darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Still in half guard, Tuctic seems content to control.#SUB2#
Tuctic is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Armstrong has managed to free his arm - good work.
Armstrong is looking to escape.#T1##SUB2#
Tuctic seems to be working for a kimura but Armstrong defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Tuctic has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Armstrong defend it? Tuctic steps over the head and cranks it - Armstrong is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Tuctic!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sanu Tuctic!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 18, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Tuctic shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Tuctic showed some decent athleticism there. #ES2#
Neffgen manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Tuctic keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Tuctic wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tuctic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tuctic is trying to pull guard but Neffgen has him pressed against the cage.
Tuctic stalling in the clinch but Neffgen improves position.
Neffgen is trying to push Tuctic away but Tuctic has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Tuctic is trying to pull guard but Neffgen has him pressed against the cage.
Neffgen on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Tuctic tries to pull guard but Neffgen forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sanu Tuctic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tuctic tries to pull guard but Neffgen won't allow it.
Tuctic is trying to maintain a safe position but Neffgen gets an underhook and turns Tuctic into the cage.#TD2#
Neffgen has Tuctic pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Neffgen pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Tuctic tumbling to the mat - Neffgen dives into Tuctic's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Tuctic escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Neffgen gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Neffgen is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T1#
Tuctic seems keen to control Neffgen's posture.#SUB#
Tuctic looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Tuctic is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Tuctic looking for subs off his back but Neffgen has passed one foot through into half guard.
Tuctic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Neffgen seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
#SUB#
Tuctic looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tuctic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tuctic is refusing to be controlled, as Neffgen sits in half guard.
Tuctic is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Tuctic is pressing down on Neffgen's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Tuctic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Neffgen can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Neffgen got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tuctic has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Neffgen has managed to get both his arms back between Tuctic's legs - danger averted.
Tuctic on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tuctic tries to get out of the position.#T3##SUB#
Tuctic working for a triangle but Neffgen defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Neffgen won't allow Tuctic to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Tuctic is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tuctic wants to sweep here but Neffgen controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Tuctic is looking for a triangle but Neffgen pushes his legs off easily.
Neffgen looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Neffgen must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T4##SUB#
Neffgen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tuctic manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Neffgen manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Neffgen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Tuctic is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Tuctic with a flurry of punches that miss.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Neffgen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Tuctic.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tuctic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sanu Tuctic dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Neffgen displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tuctic.
Nice sprawl there from Neffgen as Tuctic shoots in.#TD#
Tuctic scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB#
Tuctic is looking for a kimura here.
Tuctic thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Tuctic missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tuctic is thwarting Neffgen's attempts to control the position.
Tuctic thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Neffgen's head. #SUB2#
Neffgen is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tuctic pulls his head out easily. #T1#
Neffgen won't allow Tuctic to pass to mount.
Neffgen is looking for a sweep. Tuctic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Tuctic wants to work for an arm triangle but Neffgen is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Tuctic is trying to work for a kimura but Neffgen is defending well.
Neffgen wants to control but Tuctic is keeping busy.
Neffgen is not content to let Tuctic control the position.
Tuctic sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Neffgen defending well though.
Tuctic 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.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Tuctic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Neffgen doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tuctic.
Neffgen trying to control here.
Tuctic is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Neffgen!
Tuctic tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Tuctic wants to control the pace but Neffgen is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Tuctic content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Tuctic working for a guillotine from mount but Neffgen is in no mood to give up.
Tuctic misses with a head shot.
Neffgen suckers Tuctic into throwing a sloppy strike and uses the momentum to reverse the position beautifully! Neffgen is now in Tuctic's guard!
#SUB#
Neffgen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Neffgen postures up.
Neffgen tries to free his leg and advance position but Tuctic is retaining full guard. #T4#
Neffgen won't allow Tuctic to sweep him here. #SUB#
Tuctic is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Neffgen frees his head nicely. Oh but Tuctic has switched to an armbar! Neffgen is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Sanu Tuctic!
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