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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 29, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Franco shoots in and bounces Gifford off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Gifford is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Franco is stalling in the full guard. #SU2#
Franco decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Gifford, up you get! #TD2#
Franco shoots in and gets a takedown into Gifford's guard.
Franco passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Franco is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Gifford will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Gifford is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Franco is working Gifford over with some ground and pound from side control.
Franco connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Gifford some visible discomfort.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Franco content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T1#
Franco scores with punches from side control.
Franco landing a few strikes.
Franco working the head with strikes. #ROC2#
Gifford is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Angel Gifford has been cut.
Franco cracks Gifford with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Franco immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Gifford is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Franco!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bonzela Franco!
Our winner, Bonzela Franco, 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:
The Island Season 8, 265 lbs, Round 1
Date: Aug 05, 2018 |
#R1#
Gifford takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Guy lands a glancing blow to the side of Gifford's head.#CUT#
It looks like Angel Gifford has been cut.
Gifford fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Guy lands a really nice looking cross but Gifford seems unphased.
A punch lands to the side of Gifford 's head but he takes it in his stride.#ROC#
Gifford is rocked!
Crack! Guy connects with the perfect overhand right and Gifford falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Guy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Black Guy!
Black Guy was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 19, 2018 |
#R1#
Gifford misses with a looping left.#TD#
Jenkins closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Gifford did well to prevent Jenkins getting side control.
Gifford avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jenkins.
Jenkins stalling. #SUB2#
Gifford looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jenkins throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gifford is staying active underneath Jenkins, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Gifford looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Jenkins wants to take a breather but Gifford is having none of it. #T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jenkins throwing shots but Gifford is blocking nicely.
Gifford is staying active underneath Jenkins, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nice strikes from Jenkins there.
Gifford tries to roll over but Jenkins keeps him under control.
Gifford keeping hold of Jenkins's head, controlling as best he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#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.
Gifford goes for a double leg but Jenkins avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Jenkins continues to drive forward.#TD#
Jenkins fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Gifford to the ground. Jenkins is now in Gifford's guard.
Gifford is looking to stand back up but Jenkins counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Gifford. #REVB#
Jenkins is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Jenkins trying to pass the guard but Gifford defending well.
Gifford is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gifford wants to control but Jenkins is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Gifford is looking to improve his position.
Jenkins tries to pass to full mount but Gifford defends it.
Jenkins is nestled in close to Gifford, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Gifford looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jenkins tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Gifford.
Jenkins missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Well, if Jenkins 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.
Gifford controlling the position well. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Jenkins is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gifford doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Jenkins.
Gifford is trying to stand up here but Jenkins is controlling him well.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor Jenkins dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2##CL2#
Gifford pushes Jenkins up against the cage in a clinch.
Gifford goes for a takedown attempt but Jenkins pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Gifford closes the distance but Jenkins moves to the side #TD#
and Jenkins counters with a takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gifford tries to improve position but can't.
Jenkins in side control lands a decent elbow.
Jenkins wants to control but Gifford is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Jenkins is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Gifford has escaped the position, nice work there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gifford being controlled for a moment. #T1#
Jenkins prevents Gifford from escaping the position.#SU#
Jenkins stands up and we're back to a striking position.
No joy there for Gifford, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jenkins shoots in looking for a takedown. Gifford tries to sprawl out of it but Jenkins keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Gifford manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Gifford. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Jenkins blocks a head kick by Gifford.
Jenkins throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Gifford's waist but Gifford gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jenkins off to one side. #TD#
Jenkins looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Gifford!
Gifford is trying to control Jenkins's posture but Jenkins avoids it.
Jenkins is looking to take a break and control but Gifford is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jenkins is chipping away with strikes.
Jenkins slows the pace down. #T3##SU#
Jenkins stands up. #TD#
Jenkins drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Jenkins is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Gifford looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gifford trying to control the position.
Gifford is breathing heavily.
Jenkins wants to stand and escape but instead Gifford has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB##T4#
Jenkins has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Jenkins manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gifford manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Gifford working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jenkins doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jenkins manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jenkins trying to control but Gifford is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor Jenkins 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#
Gifford throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Jenkins counters with a nice double leg into side control. Gifford won't be happy with that.
Gifford tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Jenkins trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Gifford tries to improve his position but Jenkins has taken his back! Jenkins has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Gifford tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Jenkins pushes Gifford away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Connor Jenkins!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 13, 2018 |
#R1#
Gifford shoots for a takedown but Russell saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Gifford looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Russell lands with a kick to the ribs.
Russell stuffs the takedown attempt from Gifford. Gifford gets slowly back to his feet.
Russell throws a counter combo.
Gifford misses with a two punch combination.
#CL#
Gifford clinches with his opponent.
#TD#
Gifford has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Russell regains guard immediately.
Gifford looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gifford trying to control the position from guard on top but Russell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Gifford slips nicely into half guard.
Russell pushes Gifford off looking to stand but Gifford dives back in and keeps control.
Gifford not doing much here.
#SUB#
Gifford is looking for a kimura but Russell is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gifford to get the leverage.
Gifford is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SU#
Gifford decides to return to a standing position.
Russell tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gifford changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Russell throws a right hand that Gifford ducks under and follows up with a left that Gifford also avoids with ease.
Angel Gifford seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gifford has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#TD#
Russell gets caught flat footed, as Gifford shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Russell wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Gifford manages to pass to side control.
Gifford seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T3#
Gifford takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Gifford seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Gifford working over Russell with some ground and pound. Russell looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Russell is trying to stand back up but Gifford is controlling him
Gifford not doing much here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gifford scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Russell really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gifford. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Gifford seems to be looking for submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gifford slows the pace down in half guard.
Gifford'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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Angel Gifford dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Crunch! Russell slams his shin into Gifford's torso.
Gifford throws a head kick but Russell moves out of range.
Russell lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Donk. Russell catches Gifford right on the button with a cross.
Russell throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Gifford.
Gifford shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Russell as he jumps to the side.
Gifford tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Russell swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Gifford clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Gifford turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Russell is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Gifford cracks Russell with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T1#
Gifford trying to control the action but Russell is working from the bottom.
Gifford staying calm.#SUB#
Gifford wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Russell, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Gifford working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Gifford is staying tight to Russell's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Gifford is working Russell over with some ground and pound from side control.
Gifford happy to just control the position for now.
Russell is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Gifford has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Angel Gifford overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3##SUB#
Gifford is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Russell is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Russell gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Gifford sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
Gifford landing punches.
Gifford sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Angel Gifford dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Russell lands a head kick!
Gifford takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gifford tries a head kick but it misses.
Russell is looking for the big counter here.
Gifford misses with a takedown attempt
and Russell counters with a nice kick to the body.
Gifford fails with the takedown
and Russell counters with a one-two to the body.
Gifford is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Russell can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gifford misses with a body kick.#CL#
Gifford closes the distance and clinches.
Russell has had enough of the clinch but Gifford keeps him there for the moment.
Gifford displaying some good clinch control by pressing Russell up against the cage.#T1##BC#
Gifford pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Russell displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Russell tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gifford seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Gifford shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Russell counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Angel Gifford. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gifford gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Russell counters with a solid body kick.
Russell tries to clinch but Gifford moves out of range.
Gifford fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Russell is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Russell lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Gifford at a distance.
#T2#
Russell throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Gifford shoots in and drives through. Russell sprawls well.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Gifford misses with a takedown
and Russell counters with a two punch combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Gifford has managed to clinch.
Russell is looking to break free of the clinch but Gifford has double underhooks.
Russell looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Russell can't break the clinch.
Gifford landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Russell can't break the clinch.
Russell stops a takedown attempt from Gifford.
#T3#
Russell tries to break the clinch but Gifford is controlling the position.
Russell tries to break free but Gifford pushes him back against the cage.
Russell is trying to break the clinch but Gifford is controlling him.
Gifford is stalling here.
#TD#
Gifford jumps guard and drags Russell to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Gifford working a defensive guard here.
Gifford trying to control the position here. #SUB#
Gifford is looking for a triangle but Russell pushes his legs off easily.
#T4##ES#
Gifford manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#TD#
Gifford pulls guard successfully.
Russell would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB#
Gifford is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Russell is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Gifford throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tyrus Russell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Angel Gifford is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Gifford wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Tyrus Russell.
I think Gifford 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 Peter Branson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Angel Gifford!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 08, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Gifford moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Gifford works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Gifford prevents Russell from getting back to his feet.
Gifford is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Gifford gets to his feet. Russell looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Angel Gifford seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Gifford looking to score a takedown here. Russell is defending well but Gifford drives through and ends up in Russell's guard.
Russell wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Gifford manages to pass to side control. #REVR#
Gifford slows the pace down in half guard. #T1#
Gifford works his way into full mount!
Gifford is landing with some decent strikes but Russell is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Russell has given up his back, trying to stand up. Not clever.#SUB2#
Gifford looking to break Russell's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Russell remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Gifford will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Gifford really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Russell.#T2#
Gifford loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Russell hold on?
#SUB2#
Gifford is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Russell taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Gifford.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Angel Gifford!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 04, 2018 |
#R1#
A right-left combo lands from Mason. #CUT2#
It looks like Angel Gifford has been cut.
Mason misses with the combination.
Gifford shoots for a double leg takedown but Mason sprawls well. He's pushed Gifford's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Mason feints a jab promting Gifford to slip. Mason then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Gifford slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Mason lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Mason avoids the head kick by Gifford.
Gifford stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mason.
Gifford shoots for a double leg takedown but Mason sprawls well. He's pushed Gifford's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Mason wants to counter the offense by Gifford and move into the clinch position.
Gifford dives in for a single leg takedown but Mason sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Angel Gifford. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Mason!
Gifford is breathing heavily.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Mason is pawing at Gifford, trying to feel the distance before throwing out a cross that crashes into Gifford's nose. Gifford is badly hurt! Mason pounces, throwing wild strikes as both fighters end up on the ground! Gifford tries desperately to hold on but Mason is relentless in his assault! As Gifford receives an ever increasing number of unanswered strikes the referee pulls Mason away and this one is in the books!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sanka Mason!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 02, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Gifford clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Gifford jumps guard and drags Perez Jr to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Perez Jr won't allow Gifford to sweep him here.
Gifford is working hard here to advance position.
Gifford lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Gifford with a nice head shot there.
Gifford stands up over Perez Jr, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Gifford slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Perez Jr looks winded!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Perez Jr being controlled for a moment.
Gifford is chipping away with strikes.
#T1#
Perez Jr is letting Gifford control him for a moment.
Perez Jr is working to avoid the ground and pound but Gifford connects with a decent elbow.
Gifford landing a few strikes.
You can see the frustration on Perez Jr's face as Gifford controls the position. #SUB#
Gifford has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Perez Jr is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Gifford yanks on the arm and Perez Jr is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Gifford.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Angel Gifford!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 30, 2018 |
#R1#
Gifford stuffs the takedown attempt from Nickel. Nickel gets slowly back to his feet.
Gifford defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nickel.
Nickel fails with a takedown attempt.
Angel Gifford has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brian Nickel.#TD2#
Gifford gets caught flat footed, as Nickel shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Nickel stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gifford swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Gifford looking for a triangle here. Nickel is fighting it but it looks tight! Gifford pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Nickel is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Angel Gifford!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Gifford checks a leg kick nicely.
Salmon throws a head kick that misses
and Gifford counters with a big head kick but Salmon shrugs it off.
Gifford swats away the attempt to clinch by Salmon.
Gifford looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Salmon is fending him off so far but Gifford persists. Nope, Salmon circles away and we're back to standing.
Salmon looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Gifford has managed to clinch.
#BC2#
Gifford breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Salmon defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Gifford.
Salmon stuffs the takedown attempt from Gifford. Gifford gets slowly back to his feet.
Cleon Salmon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Angel Gifford.#CL2#
Gifford closes the distance and pushes Salmon back into the cage.#T1#
Salmon goes for a takedown attempt but Gifford pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Salmon has a takedown stuffed.
Salmon closes the distance and clinches up with Gifford, looking for a takedown. Salmon pushes Gifford against the cage but Gifford circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Gifford unleashes a big counter combination but Salmon bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Gifford has taken the fight to the clinch.
Gifford lands a knee to the body.
#TD2#
Gifford jumps into guard, dragging Salmon to the mat.
Salmon wants to stand and escape but instead Gifford has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Gifford trying to stand up but can't free himself from Salmon's guard.
Gifford is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T2##SU2#
Gifford stands up from Salmon's guard - Gifford perhaps looking for a knockout.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Salmon.
Salmon looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Gifford darts in looking for a takedown but Salmon gets double underhooks and turns Gifford into the cage. #CL2#
Gifford has managed to clinch.
Salmon is trying to force a seperation but Gifford has the dominant position.
Gifford is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Salmon is defending well.
Gifford is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T3##BC2#
Gifford breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Salmon misses with a head kick.
Salmon scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Gifford doesn't seem bothered though.
Salmon throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Gifford counters with a nice uppercut.
Salmon is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Gifford.
Gifford fails with the takedown.
Salmon tries to counter by clinching up but Gifford breaks away and moves out of range.
Salmon misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Gifford counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Gifford has Salmon pressed against the cage.
Gifford stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#TD2#
Gifford has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Salmon uses from the top position. #T4#
Gifford is trying to control the position but Salmon postures up.
Salmon postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Gifford pulls Salmon in close to his closed guard and prevents Salmon from doing any damage or advancing position.
Gifford being controlled here, momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Angel Gifford dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Gifford is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Gifford stuffs the takedown attempt from Salmon. Salmon gets slowly back to his feet.
Gifford dives in and grabs Salmon's left leg, looking for a takedown. Salmon pushes down on Gifford's head and hops out.
Gifford throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Salmon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gifford takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Gifford doesn't manage to clinch there - Salmon circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Gifford has managed to clinch.
#BC2#
Gifford breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Salmon fails in his attempt to clinch. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Salmon has knocked Gifford down with a huge combo! Salmon steps away and waves a wobbly Gifford back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT#
It looks like Angel Gifford has been cut.#T1#
Gifford stuffs the takedown.#CL2#
Salmon gets tackled into the cage by Gifford. Gifford maintains the clinch.
Salmon tries to break free but Gifford pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Gifford breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Salmon shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Gifford defends it nicely.
Gifford 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 Cleon Salmon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Salmon tries to close the distance and clinch up but Gifford swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Gifford wants to clinch
and Salmon counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Gifford takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Gifford has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Salmon shoots in looking for a takedown but Gifford manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Salmon's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#T2#
Gifford shoots in and drives through. Salmon sprawls well.
Salmon shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gifford as he avoids it easily.
Salmon stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Salmon wants it to stay on the feet.
Gifford is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Gifford has closed the distance and engaged Salmon in a clinch.
Gifford lands a knee to the body.
Salmon changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Gifford fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Gifford stuffs the takedown.
Gifford tries to score a power double leg takedown but Salmon sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Gifford somewhat.#TD2#
Gifford shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#T3#
Gifford passes to full mount!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gifford avoids the attempt from Salmon to control.
Salmon squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Gifford wants to control the pace but Salmon is squirming around nicely. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Gifford lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Salmon throws a strike but has given up his back in the process.
Gifford is hanging on to Salmon's back as he tries to escape.
Salmon trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Gifford looking for the choke but no joy.
Salmon is taking damage to the body and head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Angel Gifford will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Angel Gifford's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Gifford takes a swing at Salmon's ribcage but misses.
Salmon's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Salmon duly obliges.
Gifford gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Salmon counter with a right hand. #TD#
Salmon bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Salmon prevents Gifford from escaping the position.
You can see the frustration on Gifford's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Gifford gets back to half guard.
Gifford wants to control but Salmon is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Salmon missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Gifford trying to control but Salmon postures up.
Salmon thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Salmon tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Gifford. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Salmon dives in and grabs Gifford's left leg, looking for a takedown. Gifford pushes down on Salmon's head and hops out.#CL2#
Salmon tries to keep at a distance but Gifford has taken the fight into the clinch.
Salmon drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Gifford gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T2#
Salmon tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Gifford just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cleon Salmon. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Gifford is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Salmon can't fight it off and eventually Gifford manages to take the fight to the floor. Salmon looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Gifford trying to control but Salmon is working from the bottom.
Gifford lands a couple of elbows.
Salmon keeping full guard, as Gifford tries to pass. #T3#
Gifford trying to control but Salmon is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gifford fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Salmon or perhaps it was just good defense by Gifford, which made it look bad.
Gifford tries to counter with a clinch but Salmon shakes him off and moves away.
Gifford will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Gifford takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Salmon wants to clinch up but Gifford keeps it at a distance.
Salmon throws a low kick, looking for Gifford's leg but Gifford calmly moves out of range.
Salmon shoots in for a takedown but Gifford shows good takedown defense.
Salmon tries to score a power double leg takedown but Gifford sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Salmon somewhat.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Salmon throws a sloppy head kick and Gifford moves out of range easily.
Gifford with the counter takedown but Salmon avoids it easily.
Salmon tries a head kick but it misses.
And Gifford tries to counter it with a takedown but Salmon pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Cleon Salmon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Angel Gifford is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Salmon fails with the takedown.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Cleon Salmon.
I think Gifford 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 Bart Greer scores the fight 28:30
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 28:30
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Angel Gifford!
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