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Event:
S.A.F.O CROWN CHAMPION 4
Date: Oct 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Robertson thumps Ray with a low kick.
Sloppy strikes from Robertson. Those never looked like landing.
Robertson avoids the head kick by Ray.
Robertson quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Ray connects with the punch.
Ray rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Robertson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ray digs a good body shot into Robertson's ribs.#CL2#
Ray rushes Robertson and presses him up against the cage.
Ray is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A head punch on the inside from Ray fails to land.
Ray tries to stall but Robertson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robertson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Ray's efforts to push away.
Robertson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Robertson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T1#
Ray is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Robertson is defending well for now.
Robertson lands with a left to the head.
I was talking to Robertson's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Ray working aggressively here.
#TD#
Robertson pulls guard effortlessly.
Robertson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Ray trying to control the position from guard on top but Robertson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ray not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Robertson trying to control the position.
Ray content to stall in guard here. #T2#
Ray trying to control but Robertson is working from the bottom.
Ray stopping the sweep attempt from Robertson.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Ray rushes Robertson and presses him up against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Ray.
Robertson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ray just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rob Robertson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ray is stalling here.
Robertson fails to pull guard.
Ray working hard to break the clinch.#T3#
Ray tries for a takedown but Robertson manages to get underhooks.
Ray missing with knees to the body.
Robertson managing to block the knees to the body from Ray.
#TD#
Robertson manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Ray drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Robertson manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Ray has Robertson in his guard.#REVR#
Robertson 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.
Robertson wants to pass the guard but Ray is keeping the position.#T4#
Ray is trying to keep Robertson in close.
Ray wants to control the position but Robertson says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Robertson is looking to take a break and control but Ray is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Robertson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ray trying to control from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Johnathon Ray will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ray, as that shot connected.
Ray tries to clinch up.
Robertson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ray getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've been informed that Ray has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Ray fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ray or perhaps it was just good defense by Robertson, which made it look bad.
Robertson staying out of range there.
Robertson blocks a jab.
Robertson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
As Robertson backs off Ray throws a huge counter combo but Robertson manages to avoid it all.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ray throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Robertson.
Ray missing with a left hand there. Robertson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ray stuffs the takedown attempt from Robertson. Robertson gets slowly back to his feet. #T1#
Ray misses with a combination
and Robertson counters with a nice body shot.
Ray just misses with a punch to the body.
Robertson moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT#
It looks like Johnathon Ray has been cut.
Ray works over Robertson's head and body with a nice combination.
Ray throws a right hand that Robertson ducks under and follows up with a left that Robertson also avoids with ease.
Ray is breathing heavily.
Ray throws a combination that misses
and Robertson counters with a two punch combo.
Ray misses with a double jab.
Ray looks to land a combination but Robertson avoids it well.
Rob Robertson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Robertson clinches up against the cage.
Ray is trying to break the clinch but Robertson has him pressed against the cage. #TD#
Robertson decides to pull guard. #T2#
Robertson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Ray must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Robertson has his foot on Ray's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ray works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Robertson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ray defends it easily.#SU2#
Ray stands up and waves to Robertson to follow him.
Robertson tries to clinch but Ray is having none of it.
Ray wants to clinch.
Nice sprawl there from Ray as Robertson shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rob Robertson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Ray.
Robertson dives in and grabs Ray's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ray pushes down on Robertson's head and hops out.
Ray rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Robertson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ray moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Robertson is defended easily by Ray.
Ray connects with a body shot.
Robertson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ray fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Johnathon Ray seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
Ray misses with the combination.
Ray moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Robertson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Ray rushes Robertson and presses him up against the cage.
Robertson has Ray pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ray manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A right hand to the body from Ray.
Ray tries to throw a body punch but Robertson avoids it by throwing Ray back against the cage. #BC#
Robertson manages to break the clinch.
Ray cracks a nice hook into Robertson's ribs.
Robertson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Johnathon Ray showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Johnathon Ray's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Ray is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Robertson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ray.
Ray has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Robertson keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Ray gets tackled into the cage by Robertson. Robertson maintains the clinch.
Robertson tries to pull guard but Ray forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Ray takes a knee to the side of the body.
Robertson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ray is defending well.
Ray can't break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robertson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Ray's efforts to push away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#BC#
Robertson breaks the clinch.
Ray swings for the body but Robertson moves out of range.
Robertson is looking to counter the offense by Ray and move into the clinch.#T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Robertson or perhaps it was just good defense by Ray, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rob Robertson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Robertson fails with the takedown.
Ray works over Robertson's head and body with a nice combination.
Robertson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Robertson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Robertson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Left hook, right uppercut from Ray.
Robertson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ray listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T2##CL2#
Ray moves into range and clinches up with Robertson.
Ray'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.
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!
Robertson tries to score a body lock takedown but Ray shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
The referee calls for Ray to work.
#BC#
Robertson breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Ray closes the distance and pushes Robertson back into the cage.#TD#
Robertson drags the fight down to the ground.
Ray with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Ray wants to control from the top but Robertson keeps moving.
Ray pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Robertson is keeping the position for now.
Robertson looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Robertson working for a triangle but Ray defends it easily.
Robertson keeping moving, preventing Ray from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Robertson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Robertson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ray shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Robertson eats them both and turns towards Ray to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Ray scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ray stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ray wants it to stay on the feet.
Ray rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Robertson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ray lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Ray thuds a left hand into Robertson's body.
Ray comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Ray gets underhooks to prevent Robertson's takedown attempt.
Robertson prevents Ray from breaking the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Johnathon Ray really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Johnathon Ray's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Ray fails to land with a series of punches.
Ray fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Robertson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Robertson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ray ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Robertson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ray counters with a straight right hand.
Ray bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Robertson's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ray dodges the punch combination from Robertson.
Ray lands with a nice combination. Robertson backs away looking to recover.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Ray closes the distance and lands a one-two.#T1#
Ray tries to bum rush Robertson with a series of wild strikes but Robertson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ray lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Robertson circles away quickly and effectively.
Robertson is looking for a counter combo.
Ray lands a head shot.
Robertson shoots in looking for a takedown but Ray manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Robertson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rob Robertson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ray lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Ray's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Ray duly obliges.
Ray looks to land a combination but Robertson avoids it well.
Robertson tries for a takedown but Ray sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Ray fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Ray avoids the head kick by Robertson.
#CL#
Robertson darts in and clinches Ray up against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ray is trying to break free.#T2#
Robertson wants to take the fight to the mat but Ray manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Ray misses with a punch to the body.
Ray is trying to force a seperation but Robertson has the dominant position.
Ray misses with a punch to the body.
Robertson wants a takedown but no success here.
Ray stalls.
Ray tries to break the clinch but Robertson is controlling the position.
Ray tries a body shot but Robertson blocks it.
Robertson managing to block the knees to the body from Ray.
Ray wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T3#
Robertson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Robertson goes for a takedown attempt but Ray pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Danga de danga de dang - Ray scores with a four punch combination!
Ray lands with a nice body punch.
Ray lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Robertson backs up against the cage.
Robertson dives in for a single leg takedown but Ray sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Robertson blocks the body kick.
#T4#
Ray lands the left hand.
Ray takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Ray fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ray tries to close the distance and clinch but Robertson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Donk. Ray catches Robertson right on the button with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Robertson shoots in but Ray avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Robertson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Robertson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ray moves in looking to clinch but Robertson pushes him off.
Ray dives in and grabs Robertson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Robertson pushes down on Ray's head and hops out.
Ray slaps away a takedown attempt from Robertson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Johnathon Ray dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Johnathon Ray's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Ray misses with a wild combination.
Robertson shoots in but no luck this time.
Ray wants to counter the offense by Robertson and move into the clinch position.
Ray throws a right and a left that both miss.
Robertson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ray defends well and Robertson ends up having to push Ray into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ray throws a right hand that Robertson ducks under and follows up with a left that Robertson also avoids with ease.
Robertson throws a big counter combination but Ray scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Johnathon Ray seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ray pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ray feints a jab promting Robertson to slip. Ray then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Robertson slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Robertson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ray is fending him off so far but Robertson persists. Nope, Ray circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rob Robertson. 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.
Ray slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
A right-left combo lands from Ray.
A punch lands to the side of Ray 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Robertson shoots in and bounces Ray off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#T1#
Robertson postures up.
Robertson stopping the sweep attempt from Ray.
Robertson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Robertson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Robertson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #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.#SU#
Robertson gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Robertson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ray defends it nicely.
Robertson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ray looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ray wants to clinch.#T3#
Robertson shoots in looking for a takedown. Ray tries to sprawl out of it but Robertson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ray manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Ray connects with a crisp jab.
Robertson looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Ray slaps away a takedown attempt from Robertson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ray scores with a shot to the body.
Ray works over Robertson's head and body with a nice combination.#T4#
Ray shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Robertson eats them both and turns towards Ray to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Good shot there by Ray.
Ray throws a low kick, looking for Robertson's leg but Robertson calmly moves out of range.
Robertson is looking to counter the offense by Ray and move into the clinch.
Ray leaves Robertson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL2#
Ray moves into the clinch successfully.
Ray wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ray lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ray lands a left hand.
Ray looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Rob Robertson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Johnathon Ray is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Robertson swings wildly with an uppercut but Ray uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Johnathon Ray comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Ray 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 46:49
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 46:49
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Johnathon Ray!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Robertson. No joy for Drago on that attempt.
Robertson tries to bum rush Drago with a series of wild strikes but Drago uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Drago steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Robertson.
Drago slaps away a takedown attempt from Robertson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Drago.
Drago tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Robertson moves out of range of the body kick.
Drago changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Robertson tries to avoid it but Drago manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Robertson to the ground. Robertson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rob Robertson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Viktor Drago.
Robertson shoots in for a takedown but Drago shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robertson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Drago throws out a loose jab but Robertson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Robertson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#T1##CL2#
Drago clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Robertson pulls guard effortlessly.
Robertson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Drago controls the pace.
Drago wants to control from the top but Robertson keeps moving.
Robertson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Drago trying to control the position from guard on top but Robertson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Drago looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Drago wants to control from the top but Robertson keeps moving. #SUB#
Robertson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Drago doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Drago manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL#
Robertson moves into the clinch.
Drago tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#BC#
Robertson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Robertson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T3##CL2#
Drago darts in and clinches Robertson up against the cage.
Drago is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Robertson wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC#
Robertson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Robertson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Robertson lets loose with a powerful body kick. Drago will feel that in the morning.
Drago shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Robertson sprawls well. Robertson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Drago gets slowly back to his feet.#T4#
Drago tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Robertson defends well and Drago ends up having to push Robertson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Robertson feinted with a counter takedown.#CL2#
Drago drives through and clinches with Robertson against the cage.
Drago pressing his opponent against the cage. #BC#
Robertson breaks the clinch.
#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Robertson tries to pull guard but Drago forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Robertson pulls guard.
Drago lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Robertson trying to control the position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rob Robertson dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Robertson misses with the combination.
Robertson lands with a hook. Drago tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL#
Robertson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Drago wants to get back to striking at distance but Robertson won't allow it.
Drago tries to pull guard but Robertson won't allow it.
Robertson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Drago is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD#
Robertson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Robertson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Drago can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robertson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robertson 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. #T1#
Robertson postures up.
Drago will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
#SU#
Robertson stands and steps away. Drago gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Donk. Robertson catches Drago right on the button with a cross.
Robertson sizes up Drago with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Robertson fails with the takedown.
Robertson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Drago sprawls well. Drago wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Robertson gets slowly back to his feet.
Drago is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rob Robertson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Robertson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Robertson stuffs the takedown.
Drago swings for the body but Robertson moves out of range.
Robertson throws a right and a left that Drago avoids nicely.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Robertson.
Drago fails to land the takedown.
As Drago tries to get set, Robertson tries to push him back and clinch up but Drago manages to avoid the attempt.
Robertson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Robertson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Drago sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Drago with a poor takedown
and Robertson counters with a three punch combo that has Drago backing up. Drago nods at Robertson to acknowledge the strikes.#T3#
Robertson tries for a takedown but Drago circles away easily
and Drago counters with a nice uppercut.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Drago.
Drago lands a body shot.
#CL2#
Drago forces Robertson back against the cage and clinches.
Drago is trying to drag Robertson to the mat but Robertson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Drago letting Robertson take a breather here.
Drago is looking for a takedown.#T4##BC#
Robertson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Drago with a lazy takedown attempt
and Robertson counters with a left and a right that stings Drago.
Drago dives in and grabs Robertson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Robertson pushes down on Drago's head and hops out.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Robertson.#CL#
Robertson closes the distance and clinches.
Robertson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Drago to keep the fight standing.
Robertson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Drago.
Robertson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Drago gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rob Robertson dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Robertson shoots and misses
and Drago cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Drago keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Drago gets a takedown into half guard.#ES#
Robertson manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Drago keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robertson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Robertson tries to pull guard but Drago holds him up against the cage and eventually Robertson drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rob Robertson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Drago is trying to break the clinch but Robertson is controlling him.#T1##BC2#
Drago breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rob Robertson is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Robertson moves into range and clinches up with Drago.
Robertson jumps guard but Drago turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Robertson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Drago to keep the fight standing.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Robertson can't get the takedown.
Drago jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Robertson walks away with a smile on his face. Drago gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Drago throws a sloppy head kick and Robertson moves out of range easily.
Drago fails in his attempt to clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Robertson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Robertson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Drago sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Robertson somewhat.#T2##CL#
Drago gets tackled into the cage by Robertson. Robertson maintains the clinch.
Robertson has Drago pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Drago manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Drago tries to pull guard but Robertson won't allow it.
#BC#
Robertson breaks from the clinch.
Robertson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #TD2#
Drago shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Robertson is trying to defend but Drago finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Drago wants to pass the guard but Robertson is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Drago is trying to control. Robertson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Drago is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Robertson is just riding it out for now. Drago eventually gives up the hold.
Drago is trying to control the action in half guard but Robertson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#ES#
Robertson has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Drago is on him like a limpet, forcing Robertson back against the cage.
Drago is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Robertson is defending well.#TD#
Robertson ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Robertson no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Robertson wants to stand and escape but Drago is having none of it.
Robertson keeping moving, preventing Drago from controlling successfully.
Robertson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Drago must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Robertson keeping moving, preventing Drago from controlling successfully. #SU2#
Drago stands up from Robertson's guard - Drago perhaps looking for a knockout.
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 Rob Robertson.
Well Robertson 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 Topper Green scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rob Robertson!
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Date: Sep 08, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
Robertson moves into range and clinches up with Drake.#TD2#
Robertson has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Drake uses from the top position.
Drake wants to stand but Robertson is controlling his posture from full guard.
Drake landing with the ground and pound.
Robertson trying to control the position.
Robertson has a closed guard, preventing Drake from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Robertson is striking off his back. Drake thinks nothing of it though and passes easily into half guard.
Robertson is looking for a sweep. Drake is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Robertson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Robertson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Drake tries to stand and escape but Robertson is controlling the position.
Robertson wants to get back to his feet.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Robertson shoots in for a takedown but Drake shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Robertson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Drake is looking to counter punch.
Robertson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Jon Drake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rob Robertson.
Robertson shoots and misses #CL#
and Drake counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Drake.
Robertson jumps guard but Drake stands there with Robertson around his waist. Robertson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Drake is working for takedown but Robertson is calmly controlling the position for now.
Robertson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Drake just misses with a elbow thrown towards Robertson's brow.
Drake avoiding damage.
#T3##BC2#
Robertson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Drake leaves Robertson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Drake. No joy for Robertson on that attempt.
Drake tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Robertson manages to circle out of the way.
Robertson looks winded!
Robertson blocks a head kick by Drake.
Robertson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Drake sprawls well. Drake wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Robertson gets slowly back to his feet.
Drake pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T4#
Robertson lands a right hook to the body.
#CL2#
Robertson clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Drake has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Robertson clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Drake softening up his opponent with strikes here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Robertson is in bad spot here.
#SUB#
Drake is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Robertson defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Drake lands a shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jon Drake 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#
Robertson tries to clinch but Drake moves out of range.
Robertson closes the distance and clinches up with Drake, looking for a takedown. Robertson pushes Drake against the cage but Drake circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Drake stuffs the takedown attempt from Robertson. Robertson gets slowly back to his feet.
Drake is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Robertson can do to turn this around?
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Robertson is defended easily by Drake.
Jon Drake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rob Robertson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robertson closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Drake counters with a nice double leg into side control. Robertson won't be happy with that.
Robertson is looking to get back to his feet here but Drake is keeping cool and he's managed to take Robertson's back.
Drake could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T1##SUB#
Robertson is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Drake gets his way!
Robertson is trying to get back to his feet but Drake has full control of the position and if anything, Robertson has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Robertson wants to escape the position.
Drake lands punches and elbows.
Robertson tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Robertson manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Robertson is breathing heavily.
Drake wants to stand but Robertson has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #T2##SU#
Drake stands up and beckons Robertson to join him on the feet.
Robertson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Drake feinted with a counter takedown.
Rob Robertson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Drake jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Drake misses with a straight right.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Robertson is defended easily by Drake.#T3#
Drake throws the left hand but Robertson avoids the punch easily.
Robertson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Drake with a body shot.
Robertson wants to clinch up but Drake keeps it at a distance.
Rob Robertson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Robertson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Robertson is defended easily by Drake.
Drake tries to counter with a takedown but Robertson is quick to defend against it.
Robertson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Drake manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Drake throws a big counter combination but Robertson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Robertson slips under a jab from Drake.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Robertson fails with a takedown attempt.
Robertson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Robertson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Drake manages to avoid it.
Drake misses with a hook
and Robertson counters with a nice uppercut.
Robertson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Drake sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Robertson somewhat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jon Drake dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Robertson throws a leg kick #TD#
and Drake counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Robertson!
Robertson tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Robertson is looking to improve his position but Drake isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Drake jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Robertson manages to avoid the submission attempt.
You can see the frustration on Robertson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robertson is trying to improve his position.
Robertson taking a bit of punishment here - Drake scoring with strikes. #T1##SU#
Drake has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Robertson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Drake manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Drake has Robertson up against the cage in a clinch.
Drake is trying to maintain a safe position but Robertson gets an underhook and turns Drake into the cage.
Robertson is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Robertson is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Drake lands a left hand that snaps the head of Robertson backwards.
Drake stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Robertson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Drake is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Robertson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T2#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Drake using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Robertson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
#BC2#
Robertson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Robertson dives in for a single leg takedown but Drake sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Robertson misses with a takedown attempt - Drake sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jon Drake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rob Robertson.
Robertson closes the distance looking to clinch
and Drake counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Rob Robertson has been cut.#T3#
Drake tries a head kick but it misses.
Robertson misses with a two punch combination.
Robertson throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Drake decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Robertson's guard.
Robertson is wriggling around but Drake manages to pass to half guard.
#REVB#
Jon Drake overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Robertson is defending against the submission attempts here by Drake.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Drake is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Robertson defends it well. #T4#
Drake working the head and body with strikes.
Drake wants to get back to his feet.
Drake working over Robertson with some ground and pound. Robertson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Drake winds up and cracks Robertson with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Drake wants to work for an arm triangle but Robertson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Rob Robertson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jon Drake is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SU#
Drake decides to stand and escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jon Drake showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Drake 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 Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 30:27
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jon Drake!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 02, 2019 |
#R1#
Robertson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Robertson shoots in but Tiriaq avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL#
Robertson closes the distance and clinches.
Tiriaq misses with some punches.
#TD2#
Tiriaq successfully pulls guard.
Tiriaq looking for a sweep. Not yet Tiriaq, not yet.
Tiriaq keeping moving, preventing Robertson from controlling successfully.
Tiriaq pulls Robertson in close to his closed guard and prevents Robertson from doing any damage or advancing position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiriaq looking to hit a scissor sweep but Robertson is one step ahead there. #T1#
Robertson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Tiriaq's guard.
Robertson is pushing down on Tiriaq's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tiriaq is fighting to maintain full guard but Robertson has managed to sneak the leg through.
Tiriaq is staying active underneath Robertson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Robertson throwing shots but Tiriaq is blocking nicely.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Tiriaq can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Robertson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Tiriaq wants to improve his position but Robertson is controlling well.
Tiriaq wants to get back to full guard but Robertson has mounted him!#T2#
Tiriaq wants to control but Robertson is having none of it.
Robertson lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#SU#
Robertson is standing up, even though he is in mount.
Robertson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2#
and Tiriaq counters with a nice double leg into guard. #ES#
Robertson has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Tiriaq off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Tiriaq closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Robertson's guard.
Robertson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Tiriaq lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Tiriaq throws an elbow that misses. Robertson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Tiriaq's guard. Nice move by Robertson!#REVR##SUB#
Robertson 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.
Tiriaq looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Robertson is pushing down on Tiriaq's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tiriaq is fighting to maintain full guard but Robertson has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Robertson is looking for a kimura here.
Tiriaq keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Tiriaq wants to improve his position but Robertson is controlling well.
Tiriaq is trying to maintain the position but Robertson is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tiriaq is looking to improve his position.
Tiriaq controlling the position well.
Tiriaq is looking to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tiriaq is doing well to control the position and prevent Robertson from advancing to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rob Robertson dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Robertson shoots in for a takedown but Tiriaq shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Tiriaq throws a leg kick that is checked
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Tiriaq throws a leg kick that is checked
and Robertson counters with a left and a right that stings Tiriaq.
Tiriaq looks to score with a jab to the body but Robertson is just out of range.
Tiriaq chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Robertson is looking to clinch.
A punch combination from Robertson misses.
Robertson shoots in looking for a takedown but Tiriaq manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Robertson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Robertson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tiriaq can do to turn this around?
Robertson shoots for a double leg takedown but Tiriaq sprawls well. He's pushed Robertson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rob Robertson. 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.
Robertson shoots in for a takedown but Tiriaq shows good takedown defense.
Rob Robertson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tiriaq tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Robertson is able to avoid easily.
Tiriaq stuffs the takedown attempt from Robertson. Robertson gets slowly back to his feet.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD2#
Tiriaq bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES#
Robertson explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #T1#
Robertson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Tiriaq slaps away a takedown attempt from Robertson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Robertson moves forwards but Tiriaq connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Robertson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tiriaq moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Tiriaq throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tiriaq throws a leg kick but Robertson checks it. #TD2#
Tiriaq closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Robertson quickly recovers to half guard.
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!#SUB#
Robertson looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Tiriaq slips a nice elbow through Robertson's hands, connecting with Robertson's forehead.
Tiriaq takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Tiriaq lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Tiriaq prevents Robertson from improving his position.
Tiriaq is nestled in close to Robertson, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Tiriaq drops an elbow to the side of Robertson's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tiriaq is trying to control the action in half guard but Robertson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Tiriaq is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T3#
Robertson has hold of Tiriaq's hands but Tiriaq slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Robertson is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tiriaq scores with a couple of nice shots.
Tiriaq working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Tiriaq working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Tiriaq seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Nice strikes from Tiriaq there.
Robertson is looking to escape.
Tiriaq scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Robertson taking some punishment here, with Tiriaq in his half guard.
Tiriaq is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Tiriaq working over Robertson with some ground and pound. Robertson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Robertson has hold of Tiriaq's hands but Tiriaq slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Tiriaq lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T4#
Tiriaq working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Tiriaq connects with a nice short shot to Robertson's temple.
Robertson has hold of Tiriaq's hands but Tiriaq slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Robertson has hold of Tiriaq's hands but Tiriaq slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Tiriaq scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Robertson taking some punishment here, with Tiriaq in his half guard.
Tiriaq drops an elbow to the side of Robertson's head.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Tiriaq connects with a nice short shot to Robertson's temple.
Tiriaq scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Jaci Tiriaq has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tiriaq looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tiriaq is nestled in close to Robertson, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nice strikes from Tiriaq there. #ROC2#
Robertson is rocked!
Tiriaq drops an elbow to the side of Robertson's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jaci Tiriaq showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Tiriaq throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Robertson was covering up waiting for the punch and Tiriaq finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Tiriaq working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Robertson's head.
Tiriaq postures up and lands a big shot to Robertson's brow.
Tiriaq scoring with some ground and pound.
Tiriaq postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Oh Robertson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tiriaq wants to control from the top but Robertson keeps moving.
Robertson seems to have got his legs back now.
Tiriaq is in close to Robertson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robertson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tiriaq's guard. #REVR#
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tiriaq controlling the position.
Tiriaq looking to hit a scissor sweep but Robertson is one step ahead there.
Tiriaq trying to control the position here. #T1#
Tiriaq wants to sweep here but Robertson controlling him for the moment.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Robertson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tiriaq has a closed guard, preventing Robertson from standing up.
Tiriaq controlling Robertson's posture.
Tiriaq looking for a sweep. Not yet Tiriaq, not yet. #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.
Tiriaq is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tiriaq misses with a wild combination.
Robertson wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Tiriaq swings for the body but Robertson moves out of range.
Robertson feinted with a counter takedown.
Tiriaq tries a low kick but Robertson avoids it.
Robertson attempts a counter takedown but Tiriaq avoids it well and moves away.
Good work by Tiriaq as he checks the leg kick.
Robertson slips a jab and a cross from Tiriaq.
Robertson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Robertson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tiriaq pinned against the cage. Tiriaq gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T3#
Tiriaq shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tiriaq misses with a low kick.
Robertson connects with a body shot.
Tiriaq throws a series of punches but Robertson moves out of range.
Robertson has a takedown stuffed.
Tiriaq stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tiriaq wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rob Robertson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tiriaq looks to score with a jab to the body but Robertson is just out of range.
Robertson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tiriaq sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Robertson somewhat.#T4##TD2#
Tiriaq throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Robertson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tiriaq is in Robertson's guard.
Tiriaq pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Robertson is keeping the position for now.
Tiriaq working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Tiriaq distracts Robertson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Tiriaq is working Robertson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Tiriaq working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tiriaq connects with a couple of short punches.
Tiriaq keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Robertson's head.
Tiriaq landing some decent shots from guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jaci Tiriaq comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tiriaq 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 John Mangel scores the fight 28:29
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 28:29
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jaci Tiriaq!
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Event:
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Date: Aug 27, 2019 |
#R1#
Robertson goes for a double leg but Drago avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Drago continues to drive forward.
Drago shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Robertson but Robertson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Robertson shoots in looking for a takedown but Drago manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Robertson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Robertson fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rob Robertson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Robertson throws a head kick that half lands.
#CUT#
It looks like Viktor Drago has been cut.
Robertson throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Drago throws a low kick but Robertson moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Robertson clinches. #BC#
Robertson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Robertson shoots in for a takedown but Drago shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL#
Robertson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Drago is trying to force a seperation but Robertson has the dominant position.#T1##BC#
Robertson manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Robertson takes the fight into the clinch.
Robertson has Drago pushed against the cage.
Robertson lands a knee to the body.
#BC#
Robertson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice sprawl there from Robertson as Drago shoots in.#CL2#
Drago has Robertson up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC#
Robertson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Robertson clinches with his opponent.
#BC#
Robertson breaks from the clinch.
#T2##TD2#
Drago changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Robertson looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES#
Robertson throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
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!#CL#
Robertson clinches up against the cage.
Drago tries to pull guard but Robertson holds him up against the cage and eventually Drago drops back down to his feet.
A frustrated look appears on Drago's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Robertson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Drago pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD#
Robertson decides to pull guard.
Drago wants to control from the top but Robertson keeps moving. #T3#
Drago advances to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robertson is trying to stand back up but Drago is controlling him
Drago wants to pass to mount but Robertson is defending the position. #ES#
Robertson pushes Drago off and gets back to his feet.
Robertson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Drago shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Robertson as he avoids it easily.
Drago fails in his attempt to clinch.
Drago takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Drago takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#T4#
Robertson connects with a high kick. #TD#
Robertson looking to score a takedown here. Drago is defending well but Robertson drives through and ends up in Drago's guard.
Robertson is breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Robertson is looking to stand up but Drago won't let him.
Drago not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Robertson wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving.
Robertson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU#
Robertson gets to his feet. Drago looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rob Robertson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Viktor Drago's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Drago is looking to clinch. #CL#
Robertson rushes Drago and presses him up against the cage.
Drago has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Robertson after a bit of a struggle.
Robertson is pressed up against the cage. Drago has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Robertson down to the mat. Robertson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Rob Robertson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Robertson shoots in for a takedown but Drago shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Drago stuffs the takedown attempt from Robertson. Robertson gets slowly back to his feet.
Nice body kick from Robertson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drago stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rob Robertson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Robertson clinches.
Robertson lands a body shot in the clinch.
Robertson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Drago gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T1##TD#
Robertson manages to pull guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Robertson keeping moving, preventing Drago from controlling successfully.
Drago loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Robertson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Drago not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SU#
Robertson stands and steps away. Drago gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T2#
Robertson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nice takedown defense from Drago. No joy for Robertson on that attempt.
Drago fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Robertson shoots in for a takedown but Drago shows good takedown defense.
No luck for Robertson with that takedown attempt.
Drago tries to clinch but Robertson is having none of it.
Robertson wants to clinch up but Drago keeps it at a distance.
Robertson tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Drago counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Drago shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Robertson defends it nicely.#T3#
Robertson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Robertson wants it to stay on the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Robertson as Drago shoots in.
Drago misses with a two punch combination.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Robertson.
Robertson misses with a takedown attempt - Drago sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL2#
Robertson tries to keep at a distance but Drago has taken the fight into the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Drago.#T4#
Drago tries to pull guard but Robertson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Drago throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Robertson blocks it with crossed arms.
Robertson can't get the takedown.
#BC#
Robertson breaks from the clinch.
Drago is trying hard to land a takedown here. Robertson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Robertson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Drago changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Robertson tries to avoid it but Drago manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Robertson to the ground. Robertson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Robertson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Drago is fending him off so far but Robertson persists. Nope, Drago circles away and we're back to standing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Drago misses with a jab, cross combination.
Robertson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Drago can do to turn this around?
Drago misses with a takedown attempt - Robertson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
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 Rob Robertson will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Viktor Drago's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Robertson darts in and clinches Drago up against the cage.
Knees to the body from Robertson.
Robertson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#BC#
Robertson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Robertson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Drago.#CL#
Drago tries to keep at a distance but Robertson has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Robertson jumps guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drago trying to control but Robertson is working from the bottom. #T1#
Drago is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Drago cracks Robertson with a solid left hand.
Drago trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Robertson manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Drago is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Robertson throwing strikes from guard but Drago blocks nicely. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Drago is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Robertson forces his way into half guard.
Robertson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SU#
Robertson decides to stand up.
Danga de danga de dang - Robertson scores with a four punch combination!#T3##CL#
Robertson moves into the clinch.#BC#
Robertson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Robertson dives in for a single leg takedown but Drago sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Drago tries to clinch up but Robertson circles away and keeps his distance.
Robertson shoots for a takedown but Drago saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rob Robertson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fight stays on the outside here - Robertson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD#
Robertson feints and as Drago raises his hands in defense, Robertson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Robertson is looking to stand up but Drago won't let him. #T4##SUB2#
Drago is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Drago looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Robertson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Robertson wants to pass the guard but Drago is keeping the position.
Drago lands a good elbow from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Viktor Drago has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rob Robertson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Robertson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rob Robertson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Robertson 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 Ben Watson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 30:27
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rob Robertson!
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