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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 17, 2017 |
#R1#
Humphries connects with a right hand. Warlord shakes it off.
Humphries throws a right and a left that both miss.
As Humphries backs off Warlord throws a huge counter combo but Humphries manages to avoid it all.
Warlord showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Humphries.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Humphries.
Humphries doesn't manage to clinch there - Warlord circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Humphries tries to clinch up.
Humphries throws a leg kick that misses.
Humphries will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Humphries has been working on his balance at Blood Warrior, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Warlord.#T1#
Humphries throws the kick towards the body but Warlord avoids it.
Warlord unleashes a big counter combination but Humphries bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Humphries is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Despite the aggression on Warlord's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Humphries throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Warlord's waist but Warlord gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Humphries off to one side.
Despite the aggression on Warlord's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Humphries is breathing heavily.
No luck for Humphries with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Steve Humphries. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Humphries swinging wildly here.
Warlord throws a counter combo.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Warlord dodges the punch combination from Humphries.
Troll Warlord is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Humphries tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Warlord throws a counter combo.
Humphries tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Humphries misses with a two punch combination.
Warlord is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Warlord showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Humphries.
As Humphries backs off Warlord throws a huge counter combo but Humphries manages to avoid it all.
Humphries tries to clinch up but Warlord circles away and keeps his distance.
Warlord throws a counter combo.#T3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Humphries is defended easily by Warlord.
The fight stays on the outside here - Humphries looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Warlord leaves Humphries with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Humphries just misses with a punch to the body.
Warlord lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Warlord slips a jab and a cross from Humphries.
Despite the aggression on Warlord's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Humphries misses with an uppercut. Warlord saw that one coming.
Despite the aggression on Warlord's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
The fight stays on the outside here - Humphries looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Despite the aggression on Warlord's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Humphries wants to clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Humphries throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Warlord unleashes a big counter combination but Humphries bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Humphries misses with an uppercut.
Warlord lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Humphries throws a right and a left that both miss.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Steve Humphries dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Warlord showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Humphries.
Warlord unleashes a big counter combination but Humphries bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Humphries is defended easily by Warlord.
As Humphries backs off Warlord throws a huge counter combo but Humphries manages to avoid it all.
Humphries throws a right and a left that both miss.
Warlord throws a counter combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Humphries fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Warlord sprawls well initially but Humphries persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Warlord is trying to stand up here but Humphries is controlling him well.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SU#
Humphries stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Warlord to get to his feet. #T1#
Warlord swats away the attempt to clinch by Humphries.
Despite the aggression on Warlord's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Humphries fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Warlord manages to avoid it.#TD#
Humphries shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Warlord napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Warlord tries to bench press Humphries off him but Humphries keeps the position.
Warlord misses with a strike from the bottom.
Warlord is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Humphries asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SU#
Humphries decides to stand back up. Humphries steps back and let's Warlord get back to his feet.#T2#
Humphries looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Steve Humphries seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Humphries.
Humphries dives in for a single leg takedown but Warlord sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Warlord unleashes a big counter combination but Humphries bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Steve Humphries. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Humphries shoots in for a double leg but Warlord sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Warlord is looking for the big counter here.
Humphries tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Warlord swivels and escapes.
Humphries misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Warlord throws a counter combo.#T3#
Humphries tries to close the distance and clinch but Warlord swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Warlord dodges the punch combination from Humphries.
Warlord avoids a punch combination nicely.
Steve Humphries is winning the standup battle so far.
Humphries throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Warlord is looking for the big counter here.
Nice takedown defense from Warlord. No joy for Humphries on that attempt.
Humphries shoots in for a takedown but Warlord shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Warlord is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Warlord has eaten all the pies!#T4#
Humphries throws a nice looking combination but Warlord bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Despite the aggression on Warlord's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Humphries throws a left and a right that both miss
and Warlord counters with a series of strikes. Humphries will be more careful next time no doubt.
Nice takedown defense from Warlord. No joy for Humphries on that attempt.
Despite the aggression on Warlord's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Humphries misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Humphries shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Warlord pinned against the cage. Warlord gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Warlord throws a counter combo.
Humphries is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Warlord can do to turn this around?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Humphries throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Warlord is looking for the big counter 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 Steve Humphries will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Humphries swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Warlord counters with a one-two to the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Humphries is defended easily by Warlord.
Warlord circles away from the clinch attempt.
Warlord is looking for the big counter here.
Warlord displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Humphries.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck for Humphries with that takedown attempt.
Warlord lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Steve Humphries. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Warlord keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Warlord unleashes a big counter combination but Humphries bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Humphries will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Humphries tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Warlord paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Humphries fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Warlord avoids it really well and circles away.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Humphries throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Warlord's waist but Warlord gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Humphries off to one side.
Warlord moves out of range of the body kick from Humphries.
Despite the aggression on Warlord's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Humphries misses with a takedown attempt - Warlord sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Warlord is looking for the big counter here.
Warlord stuffs the takedown.
Warlord is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Humphries misses with a two punch combination.
As Humphries backs off Warlord throws a huge counter combo but Humphries manages to avoid it all.
Humphries tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Warlord defends well and Humphries ends up having to push Warlord into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Humphries misses with a wild combination.
Warlord unleashes a big counter combination but Humphries bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T3#
Humphries shoots for a takedown but Warlord saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Warlord unleashes a big counter combination but Humphries bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Sloppy strikes from Humphries. Those never looked like landing.
Warlord uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Humphries.
Humphries shoots in for a double leg but Warlord sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Warlord lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Warlord circles away from the clinch attempt.
Warlord is looking for the big counter here.
Humphries fails with a takedown attempt.
Warlord is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T4#
Humphries throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Despite the aggression on Warlord's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Warlord keeps the fight on the outside.
Warlord is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Humphries tries to close the distance and clinch but Warlord swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Warlord leaves Humphries with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Humphries looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Warlord is fending him off so far but Humphries persists. Nope, Warlord circles away and we're back to standing.
Warlord is looking for the big counter here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Humphries misses with the combination.
Warlord is looking for the big counter here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Troll Warlord comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Humphries 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 Bart Greer scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:28
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Steve Humphries!
Steve Humphries got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!'
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Jenkins lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT2#
It looks like Troll Warlord has been cut.#CL2#
Jenkins has managed to clinch.
Warlord could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Warlord looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Warlord looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Warlord can't break the clinch.
Warlord wants to get back to striking at distance but Jenkins won't allow it.
Jenkins slows down the pace here.
Warlord wants to get back to striking at distance but Jenkins won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jenkins tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#T1#
Jenkins is trying to pull guard but Warlord turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Warlord has had enough of the clinch but Jenkins keeps him there for the moment.
Jenkins'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.#BC2#
Jenkins pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Warlord showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jenkins.
Warlord appears to be looking for a big counter.
Jenkins moves in looking to clinch but Warlord pushes him off.
Warlord takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T2#
Jenkins tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL2#
Jenkins fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Warlord, pushing him back against the cage.
Warlord is trying to force a seperation but Jenkins has the dominant position.
Jenkins is working for takedown but Warlord is calmly controlling the position for now.
Troll Warlord has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Connor Jenkins.#BC2#
Jenkins breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jenkins doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Warlord counters with a three punch combo that has Jenkins backing up. Jenkins nods at Warlord to acknowledge the strikes.#CL2#
Jenkins moves into the clinch.
Jenkins has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Warlord avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Jenkins goes for a takedown attempt but Warlord pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#T3#
Jenkins throws a sloppy head kick and Warlord moves out of range easily.
Warlord appears to be looking for a big counter.
Warlord keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jenkins looks winded!#CL2#
Jenkins clinches up against the cage.
Jenkins tries to pull guard but Warlord won't allow it.
#BC2#
Jenkins manages to break the clinch.
Jenkins changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Warlord tries to avoid it but Jenkins manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Warlord to the ground. Warlord escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Warlord throws a big counter combination but Jenkins scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jenkins tries for a takedown but Warlord circles away easily
and Warlord counters with a stiff right hand.
Jenkins shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Warlord but Warlord pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Warlord appears to be looking for a big counter.
Connor Jenkins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Jenkins wants to clinch.
Jenkins tries to bum rush Warlord with a series of wild strikes but Warlord uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jenkins closes the distance and clinches up with Warlord, looking for a takedown. Jenkins pushes Warlord against the cage but Warlord circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Warlord throws a big counter combination but Jenkins scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jenkins fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Warlord is looking for a counter combo.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jenkins is trying hard to land a takedown here. Warlord sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor Jenkins dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Troll Warlord'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.
#R2#
Jenkins shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Warlord defends it nicely.
Warlord is looking for a counter combo.
Jenkins swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Warlord counters with a left and a right that stings Jenkins.
Jenkins tries to close the distance and clinch but Warlord swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Troll Warlord is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jenkins cracks Warlord with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jenkins looks for a takedown but Warlord sprawls well.
Warlord throws a big counter combination but Jenkins scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jenkins is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jenkins tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Warlord defends well and Jenkins ends up having to push Warlord into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jenkins looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Troll Warlord has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Connor Jenkins.
Jenkins misses with a takedown
and Warlord counters with a two punch combo.
Troll Warlord is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Jenkins gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Warlord counters with a two punch combo.
Jenkins is looking to clinch but Warlord is avoiding it.
As Jenkins looks to move away, Warlord throws a big counter combo but Jenkins just gets out of the way.
Jenkins shoots in for a takedown but Warlord shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Jenkins shoots in but no luck this time.
Jenkins shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Warlord as he jumps to the side.
It looked like Warlord was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Jenkins looks to land a combination but Warlord avoids it well.
Warlord went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T2#
Jenkins fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Warlord avoids it really well and circles away.
Warlord appears to be looking for a big counter.
Jenkins closes this distance looking for a takedown but Warlord circles away.
Jenkins looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Warlord seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Jenkins swings for the body but Warlord moves out of range.
Jenkins finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Jenkins shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Warlord as he jumps to the side.
Warlord is looking for a counter combo.#T3#
Jenkins closes the distance but Warlord moves to the side
and Warlord counters with a stiff right hand.
Jenkins closes the distance but Warlord moves to the side
and Warlord counters with a left and a right that stings Jenkins.
Jenkins doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Warlord counters with a three punch combo that has Jenkins backing up. Jenkins nods at Warlord to acknowledge the strikes.
Jenkins tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Warlord defends well and Jenkins ends up having to push Warlord into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jenkins misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jenkins with a poor takedown
and Warlord counters with a two punch combo. #T4#
A low kick from Jenkins is predictable there
and Warlord counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Warlord is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jenkins can do to turn this around?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jenkins wants to clinch
and Warlord counters with a series of strikes. Jenkins will be more careful next time no doubt.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jenkins lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Warlord has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Warlord and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Warlord is looking for a counter combo.
Jenkins changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Warlord tries to avoid it but Jenkins manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Warlord to the ground. Warlord escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Warlord is working the combinations to good effect here.
Jenkins shoots in for a takedown but Warlord shows good takedown defense.
Warlord appears to be looking for a big counter.
Jenkins tries to close the distance and clinch but Warlord swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Warlord throwing a counter right hand but Jenkins manages to avoid it.
Jenkins tries to score with a low kick but Warlord moves his leg out of the way.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Troll Warlord dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Troll Warlord's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice takedown defense from Warlord. No joy for Jenkins on that attempt.
Warlord appears to be looking for a big counter.
Jenkins darts in looking for a takedown but Warlord gets double underhooks and turns Jenkins into the cage.
Jenkins shoots and misses
and Warlord counters with a left and a right that stings Jenkins.
Troll Warlord has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Connor Jenkins.
Jenkins dives in and grabs Warlord's left leg, looking for a takedown. Warlord pushes down on Jenkins's head and hops out.
Warlord is looking for a counter combo.
Horrible takedown attempt by Jenkins or perhaps it was just good defense by Warlord, which made it look bad.
Troll Warlord is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jenkins tries to clinch there but Warlord circles away.
It looked like Warlord was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Jenkins takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Jenkins gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Warlord counters with a three punch combo that has Jenkins backing up. Jenkins nods at Warlord to acknowledge the strikes.#T1#
Jenkins throws a body kick that misses
and Warlord counters with a three punch combo that has Jenkins backing up. Jenkins nods at Warlord to acknowledge the strikes.
Jenkins shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Warlord as he avoids it easily.
Warlord keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A combination from Jenkins does no damage.
Warlord swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jenkins wants to clinch
and Warlord counters with a three punch combo that has Jenkins backing up. Jenkins nods at Warlord to acknowledge the strikes.
Jenkins tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Warlord counters with a left and a right that stings Jenkins. #T2#
Jenkins tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Warlord is looking for a counter combo.
Jenkins misses with a takedown attempt
and Warlord counters with a three punch combo that has Jenkins backing up. Jenkins nods at Warlord to acknowledge the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jenkins misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nice takedown defense from Warlord. No joy for Jenkins on that attempt.
Jenkins is looking to clinch.
Jenkins darts in trying to clinch
enabling Warlord to counter with a crisp jab.
Jenkins closes the distance looking to clinch
and Warlord counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Jenkins fails with the takedown.
Jenkins misses with a body kick.
Jenkins throws a leg kick but Warlord sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jenkins shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Warlord but Warlord pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Jenkins closes the distance looking to clinch
and Warlord counters with a one-two to the body. #T4#
Jenkins shoots in but no luck this time.
Warlord is looking for a counter combo.
Jenkins fails with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Warlord was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Jenkins tries to score a power double leg takedown but Warlord sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jenkins somewhat.
Warlord seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jenkins throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Warlord counters with a one-two to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Troll Warlord showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Warlord 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 David Hoff scores the fight 29:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Troll Warlord!
Our winner, Troll Warlord, 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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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 08, 2017 |
#R1#
Vincent tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Vincent breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Warlord swats away the attempt to clinch by Vincent.
Horrible takedown attempt by Vincent or perhaps it was just good defense by Warlord, which made it look bad.
Warlord should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Vincent manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Warlord on his heels. He'll look to pass Warlord's guard now, I'm sure.#T1#
Warlord is looking to stand up but Vincent isn't so interested in that idea.
Vincent sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Vincent drops back looking for a leg! Warlord is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Warlord manages to kick Vincent off! Vincent jumps back into Warlord's guard.
Vincent sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Vincent looking to pass the guard. #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.
Vincent landing some decent shots from guard.
Vincent controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Warlord is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Vincent shoots in looking for a takedown but Warlord manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Vincent's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Vincent moves in looking to clinch but Warlord pushes him off.
The fight stays on the outside here - Vincent looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Despite the aggression on Warlord's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Vincent changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Warlord tries to avoid it but Vincent manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Warlord to the ground. Warlord escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tony Vincent. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Warlord avoids the head kick by Vincent.
Warlord unleashes a big counter combination but Vincent bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
The fight stays on the outside here - Vincent looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Despite the aggression on Warlord's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#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.#TD#
Warlord gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Warlord wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Vincent manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Vincent is working for a submission of some sort.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Warlord has eaten all the pies!
Warlord landing strikes from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tony Vincent dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Vincent fails to land the takedown.
Warlord is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tony Vincent seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Warlord displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Vincent.
Warlord looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
No joy there for Vincent, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#CL#
Vincent gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vincent wants to take the fight to the mat but Warlord manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tony Vincent. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vincent wants to take the fight to the mat but Warlord manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Warlord is trying to break the clinch but Vincent is controlling him.
Warlord wants to break free but Vincent has control.
#T1#
Vincent is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Warlord pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Vincent tries for a takedown but Warlord manages to get underhooks.
Warlord blocks a body shot from Vincent. #BC#
Vincent escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vincent closes this distance looking for a takedown but Warlord circles away.
Warlord is looking for the big counter here.
Vincent shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Warlord sprawls well. Warlord wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Vincent gets slowly back to his feet.
Vincent shoots in and drives through. Warlord sprawls well.#T2#
Vincent moves in looking to clinch but Warlord pushes him off.
Warlord lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Vincent wants to clinch.
Warlord leaves Vincent with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Warlord is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tony Vincent is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Vincent wants to clinch
and Warlord counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vincent tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Warlord swivels and escapes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Warlord! But no joy.#T3#
Vincent misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Vincent throws a lazy uppercut
and Warlord counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vincent closes the distance and clinches up with Warlord, looking for a takedown. Vincent pushes Warlord against the cage but Warlord circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Vincent fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Vincent is defended easily by Warlord.
Warlord is looking for the big counter here.
Vincent looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T4#
Vincent tries to score a power double leg takedown but Warlord sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Vincent somewhat.
Warlord lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Warlord leaves Vincent with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Vincent throws a nice looking combination but Warlord bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vincent fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Warlord is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Vincent is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Warlord is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Troll Warlord 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#
Vincent shoots in and drives through. Warlord sprawls well.
Warlord unleashes a big counter combination but Vincent bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Vincent tries to clinch but Warlord moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on Warlord's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Vincent closes this distance looking for a takedown but Warlord circles away.
Warlord lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Warlord keeps the fight on the outside.
Warlord is looking for the big counter here.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Vincent is defended easily by Warlord.
Warlord is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tony Vincent. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vincent is looking to clinch.
Despite the aggression on Warlord's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Vincent throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Warlord unleashes a big counter combination but Vincent bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T1#
Vincent is looking to clinch.
Warlord lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Vincent looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Warlord is fending him off so far but Vincent persists. Nope, Warlord circles away and we're back to standing.
Vincent tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Warlord counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vincent tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Warlord manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Vincent tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Warlord was well out of range. Poor timing from Vincent.
Vincent shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Warlord as he avoids it easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Vincent.
Warlord throws a counter combo.#T2#
Vincent fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vincent shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Warlord but Warlord pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Warlord keeps the fight on the outside.
Vincent tries to close the distance and clinch but Warlord swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Warlord lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL#
Vincent moves into range and clinches up with Warlord.
Warlord has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Warlord is trying to break the clinch but Vincent has him pressed against the cage. #T3#
Warlord is trying to break the clinch but Vincent has him pressed against the cage.
Warlord wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Warlord tries to break the clinch but Vincent is controlling the position.
Warlord wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Warlord tries to circle away but Vincent has him pinned against the cage.
Vincent has Warlord pressed against the cage, preventing Warlord from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Vincent is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Warlord has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#BC2#
Warlord escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vincent changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Warlord tries to avoid it but Vincent manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Warlord to the ground. Warlord escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Vincent moves in looking to clinch but Warlord pushes him off.
Vincent shoots in for a double leg but Warlord sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Vincent tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Warlord manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Troll Warlord is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Warlord slips a jab from Vincent.
Warlord throws a counter combo.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vincent looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Vincent.
Warlord is looking for the big counter here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Troll Warlord comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Warlord 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 Sandra Marshall scores the fight 28:29
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 28:29
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Troll Warlord!
Our winner, Troll Warlord, 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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