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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 61
Date: May 26, 2021 |
#R1#
Mills fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ortiz manages to avoid it.
Ortiz looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Ortiz slips a jab from Mills.
Nice defenses there by Ortiz.
Ortiz jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Ortiz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mills does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Mills lands a nice shot that snaps Ortiz's head back.
#CUT2#It looks like Colby Ortiz has been cut.
Mills swings widly with a right hand
and Ortiz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mills misses with a lunging right hand
and Mills takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mills throws the left hand but Ortiz avoids the punch easily.
Ortiz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2#
Mills gets a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mills'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.
Ortiz has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Mills after a bit of a struggle. #T1#
Mills lands a shoulder strike.
Mills is stalling here.
Mills cracks Ortiz with a nice body shot.
Ortiz is breathing heavily.
Mills will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Ortiz up against the cage.
Mills taking a breather.
Mills throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ortizs head.
Ortiz blocks a body shot from Mills.
Mills controlling the action here for a moment.
Ortiz leaning his opponent against the cage.#T2#
Mills has a couple of punches blocked by Ortiz.
Mills lands a hook that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Mills fails to land.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
The referee is keeping an eye on Mills - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Mills will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Ortiz up against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Edward Mills.
Ortiz closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CL2#
Ortiz tries to keep at a distance but Mills has taken the fight into the clinch.#T3#
Ortiz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mills is trying to stall.
Mills misses with some punches.
Mills has Ortiz pushed against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Mills - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Mills misses with a body punch.
Mills misses with a body punch.
Ortiz can't find room to land a body shot as Mills controls the action.
Ortiz blocks an uppercut.
Ortiz is looking to take this one to the mat.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Ortiz as Mills tries to tie him up. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Mills lands an uppercut.
Mills taking a breather.
Mills misses with some punches.
Mills tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ortiz is trying to push Mills away but Mills has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Mills has Ortiz pressed against the cage.
Mills goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Mills on the inside.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mills can't find room to land a body shot as Ortiz controls the action.
Ortiz fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Colby Ortiz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ortiz tries to pull guard but Mills holds him up against the cage and eventually Ortiz drops back down to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Edward Mills dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Mills missing with a left hand there. Ortiz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A counter left hand to the body from Ortiz misses its target.
Ortiz slips a jab from Mills.
Ortiz feinted with a counter takedown.
A slow jab from Mills misses its intended target.
Mills waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ortiz.
Mills misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ortiz.
Mills throws the left hand but Ortiz avoids the punch easily.
Ortiz lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Mills falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Ortiz counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mills is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mills utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mills looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ortiz tries to free his leg and advance position but Mills is retaining full guard.
Ortiz connects with a couple of short punches.#T1#
Mills is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ortiz stands up over Mills, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Mills has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mills doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Ortiz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mills swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mills throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Mills is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Mills really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ortiz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#ES2#
Mills manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Mills lands a jab-cross combination.
Mills misses with a low kick as Ortiz jumps back.#T2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mills.
Ortiz blocks a low kick nicely.
Mills misses with a double jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Ortiz misses the target.
Mills goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mills throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ortiz feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Ortiz staying out of range there.#CL2#
Ortiz gets tackled into the cage by Mills. Mills maintains the clinch.
Ortiz tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Ortiz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Mills stalling.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ortiz. #T3#
Ortiz has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Mills after a bit of a struggle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mills.
Mills scores with a shot to the side of Ortiz's head.
Mills lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ortiz.
Mills lands a shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mills works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Come on Mills - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Mills controlling the action here for a moment.
Ortiz can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Colby Ortiz. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Mills lands a left hand.
Ortiz blocks an uppercut.
Mills lands a body shot.
Mills lands a nice shot to the body.
Ortiz is trying to drag Mills to the mat but Mills just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Ortiz fails to pull guard.
Ortiz tries to break the clinch but Mills is controlling the position.
Ortiz has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Mills is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mills.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Edward Mills showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz's cut.
That's time! Ortiz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Mills tries to work over Ortiz's front leg with a kick but Ortiz checks it.
A counter left hand to the body from Ortiz misses its target.#KD2#
Mills drops Ortiz with a beautiful combination! Ortiz stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Mills is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Ortiz is rocked!
Ortiz is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Mills doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Ortiz crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Ortiz's bad books for that mishap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Edward Mills!
Post fight, an emotional Edward Mills said 'Ho ho ho Dragonball Z I Mr. Pickle Punch! I tricky! I winner'.
In defeat, Colby Ortiz stepped up to the mic, saying 'I've been with BFC for a long time. I appreciate the opportunities I have been given. This was my last fight here. Thanks to Benji and everyone who has contributed to the company. See ya around. '. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 55
Date: Apr 21, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Brunswick instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Ortiz pulls guard effortlessly. #ES2#
Ortiz pushes Brunswick off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #CL#
Brunswick moves into range and clinches up with Ortiz.
Brunswick tries to throw a body punch but Ortiz avoids it by throwing Brunswick back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Brunswick fails to land.
Ortiz told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Brunswick pushes Ortiz back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Brunswick misses with a hook to the ribs.
Brunswick struggles to land a body shot inside as Ortiz controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ortiz.
Brunswick crunches a lovely knee into Ortiz's ribcage.
Ortiz takes a knee to the side of the body.
Ortiz looks winded!
Brunswick digs a right hand underneath Ortiz's ribcage. Ortiz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
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!
Brunswick lands an elbow that stopped Ortiz in his tracks for a moment. #CUT#It looks like Colby Ortiz has been cut.
Brunswick misses with a body punch.
#T1#
Brunswick lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Brunswick gets through Ortiz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Brunswick misses with a body punch.
Brunswick lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Brunswick goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Brunswick throws a punch but it's blocked by Ortiz.
Brunswick working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Brunswick lands a knee to the body.
Ortiz can't find room to land a body shot as Brunswick controls the action.
Brunswick swings wildly with an uppercut but Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ortiz is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Brunswick throws a punch but it's blocked by Ortiz.
Brunswick gets underhooks to prevent Ortiz's takedown attempt.
Ortiz takes a knee right on the jaw!
#T2#
Brunswick misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Brunswick - that landed with a thud.
Brunswick misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brunswick lands a nice uppercut.
Ortiz goes for a takedown in the clinch but Brunswick prevents it.
Brennan Brunswick has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Colby Ortiz.
Brunswick utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Brunswick tries to land a knee to the head but Ortiz blocks with his arms.
Brunswick tries to work over Ortiz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ortiz fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Ortiz wants to stall.
Nice body punch from Brunswick.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Brunswick creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Brunswick.#T3#
Brunswick tries to throw a body punch but Ortiz avoids it by throwing Brunswick back against the cage.
Ortiz tries to break the clinch but Brunswick is controlling the position.
Brunswick lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#That has opened up Colby Ortiz's cut even more.
Brunswick lands a body shot in the clinch.
Brunswick softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#TD2#
Ortiz ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Ortiz no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU#
Brunswick decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #CL#
Brunswick has Ortiz up against the cage in a clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Brunswick.
Brunswick presses Ortiz against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Brunswick scores with a shot to the side of Ortiz's head. #T4#
Brunswick creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Ortiz's defenses.
Brunswick tries to throw a body punch but Ortiz avoids it by throwing Brunswick back against the cage.
A short right from Brunswick on the inside. #CUT#The cut above Colby Ortiz's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brunswick lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Brunswick lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ortiz wants to break the clinch but can't.
Brunswick lands a nice shot to the body.
Brunswick lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
Brunswick tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ortiz's elbow.
Brunswick lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ortiz is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Brunswick to keep the fight standing.
A body shot lands from Brunswick.
Brunswick lands with a light punch inside.
Brunswick lands a nice shot to the body.
Brunswick struggles to land a body shot inside as Ortiz controls his hands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brennan Brunswick dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL#
Brunswick clinches.
Brunswick throws a head punch that misses.
Brunswick lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right from Brunswick.
Brunswick lands a body punch in the clinch.
Brunswick lands with a short shot to the head.
Brunswick throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ortizs head.
Ortiz blocks a body shot from Brunswick.
Ortiz displaying some good clinch control by pressing Brunswick up against the cage.
Brunswick lands a nice shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brunswick stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ortiz is breathing heavily.
Brunswick lands with a left to the head.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Ortiz blocks a body shot from Brunswick.
Brunswick tries to work over Ortiz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1#
Brunswick misses with a punch to the body.
Brunswick softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Brennan Brunswick has scored more points in the clinch so far.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Brunswick.
A short uppercut from Brunswick.
Nice body punch from Brunswick.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Brunswick.#ROC#Ortiz is rocked!
Brunswick lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
Ortiz is still on wobbly legs! Can Brunswick finish him?
Brunswick lands a hook that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
Brunswick lands a big right hand that drops Ortiz! The killer instinct kicks in and Brunswick finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Brunswick!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brennan Brunswick!
An out of breath Brennan Brunswick thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Colby Ortiz was interviewed post fight and said 'I've been with BFC for a long time. I appreciate the opportunities I have been given. This was my last fight here. Thanks to Benji and everyone who has contributed to the company. See ya around. '. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 47
Date: Mar 10, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Hirst darts in and clinches Ortiz up against the cage.
Hirst prevents the takedown attempt.
Hirst tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ortiz is looking to take this one to the mat.
Ortiz is trying to pull guard but Hirst turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Nyah Hirst has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Colby Ortiz.
Hirst gets underhooks to prevent Ortiz's takedown attempt.
Ortiz has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hirst is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Ortiz goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hirst prevents it.
Ortiz is trying to break free.
Hirst lands with a light punch inside.
A shot in the inside from Hirst.
A right hook to the body lands for Hirst.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hirst.
Ortiz has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Ortiz tries to pull guard but Hirst holds him up against the cage and eventually Ortiz drops back down to his feet.
Hirst is working Ortiz over against the cage.#T1#
Hirst lands a nice shot to the body.
Ortiz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Hirst lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Hirst.
Hirst lands with a right to the head.
Hirst lands with a right to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hirst.
Ortiz tries for a takedown but Hirst manages to get underhooks.
Hirst lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Hirst lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hirst stalls.
Ortiz tries to pull guard but Hirst holds him up against the cage and eventually Ortiz drops back down to his feet.
Hirst lands a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hirst lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T2#
Hirst lands with a left to the head.
Ortiz tries for a takedown. No joy.
A nice left hand lands by Hirst.
Hirst lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Hirst scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ortiz wants to break free but Hirst has control.
Hirst lands with a left to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hirst.
A short body shot lands from Hirst as the two fighters clinch.
Hirst lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
Hirst digs a right hand into Ortiz's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ortiz's gas tank.
Ortiz trying to stall but Hirst improves his position.
A shot in the inside from Hirst.
A right hand to the body from Hirst.
Hirst lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Hirst lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards. #T3#
Hirst lands a body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Hirst.
#TD2#
Ortiz gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Hirst regains guard.
Ortiz looks winded!
Hirst can't keep his opponent in guard - Ortiz advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
We've been hearing good reports from Hirst's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Hirst pushes Ortiz off looking to stand but Ortiz dives back in and keeps control.
Ortiz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hirst defending well though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortiz is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Ortiz throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Ortiz is looking to take a break and control but Hirst is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hirst regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Ortiz.
Ortiz postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T4#
Ortiz postures up in Hirst's guard and throws a big left but Hirst blocks it.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ortiz's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ortiz postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hirst knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ortiz on the ground.
Ortiz wants to control from the top but Hirst keeps moving.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ortiz throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hirst works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ortiz with a flurry of punches that miss.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ortiz accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Hirst is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ortiz's half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hirst throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Ortiz to regain full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nyah Hirst dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hirst effectively controlling the action here.
Ortiz is trying to stall.
Hirst throws a punch but it's blocked by Ortiz.
Ortiz is trying to pull guard but Hirst turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Hirst misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hirst misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Hirst scores with a nice hook to the head.
Hirst keeps control of Ortiz as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Ortiz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Hirst.
#T1#
Hirst lands an uppercut.
Ortiz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ortiz jumps guard but Hirst stands there with Ortiz around his waist. Ortiz gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Ortiz is looking to take this one to the mat.
Nyah Hirst has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Colby Ortiz.
Hirst lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
Hirst tries to work over Ortiz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hirst lands a body shot.
Hirst lands a shot to the body.
Hirst is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ortiz can do to turn this around?
Hirst lands a shot to the body.
Ortiz is breathing heavily.
A right hand to the body from Hirst.
Ortiz has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A right hook to the body lands for Hirst.
Hirst digs a right hand underneath Ortiz's ribcage. Ortiz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Hirst lands a body shot in the clinch.
#T2#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hirst.
Hirst throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ortizs head.
Nyah Hirst has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Hirst lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ortiz.
A short left from Hirst.
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!
Hirst lands a hook that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
Ortiz takes a shot to the head.
Hirst working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ortiz is trying to pull guard but Hirst has him pressed against the cage.
Hirst goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hirst slows down the pace here.
Hirst throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ortizs head.
Hirst lands with a light punch inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hirst creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Ortiz is trying to push Hirst away but Hirst has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Hirst gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Ortiz.
Hirst lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ortiz or not.
Hirst lands a nice uppercut.
Hirst can't find room to land a body shot as Ortiz controls the action.
Ortiz is trying to maintain a safe position but Hirst gets an underhook and turns Ortiz into the cage.
Hirst struggles to land a body shot inside as Ortiz controls his hands.
Ortiz has had enough of the clinch but Hirst keeps him there for the moment.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hirst.
Hirst lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hirst.
Hirst lands a body shot in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Hirst.
#T4#
Hirst works on Ortiz's body with a couple of short punches.
Hirst digs a right hand into Ortiz's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ortiz's gas tank.
Ortiz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Hirst lands a shot to the body.
A body shot lands from Hirst.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hirst creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hirst lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ortiz blocks a body shot from Hirst.
Hirst works on Ortiz's body with a couple of short punches.
Hirst stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Hirst lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Hirst gets through Ortiz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Hirst lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
Hirst lands with a light punch inside.
Ortiz is trying to stall.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nyah Hirst dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Hirst drives through and clinches with Ortiz against the cage.
Ortiz tries to score a body lock takedown but Hirst shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A right hand to the body from Hirst.
Ortiz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Hirst can't find room to land a body shot as Ortiz controls the action.
Hirst misses with a body punch.
Hirst misses with a punch to the body.
Hirst lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hirst.
Hirst lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ortiz has Hirst pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hirst manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Ortiz takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ortiz drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hirst pulls his leg out and moves away.
Nyah Hirst has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Colby Ortiz.#TD#
Hirst scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#T1#
Hirst moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Hirst working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Ortiz tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Hirst won't let Ortiz get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Ortiz holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Hirst tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hirst controlling the pace for now.
Hirst throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirst controlling from mount.
Ortiz blocking the ground and pound. #T3#
Ortiz avoids a series of strikes thrown by Hirst.
Poor strikes thrown by Hirst there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Ortiz is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Ortiz wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Hirst.
Hirst misses with a head shot.
Hirst controlling the position easily from mount.
Hirst throws a wild left hand from mount and Ortiz manages to wriggle his way back to half guard.
Hirst is trying to control. Ortiz wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nyah Hirst is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Hirst controlling the action here.
Hirst is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Hirst content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ortiz has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hirst is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hirst trying to control but Ortiz is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hirst pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ortiz is keeping the position for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nyah Hirst showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Hirst 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 Damien Edna scores the fight 30:26
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:26
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nyah Hirst!
Nyah Hirst thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Colby Ortiz stepped up to the mic, saying 'I've been with BFC for a long time. I appreciate the opportunities I have been given. This was my last fight here. Thanks to Benji and everyone who has contributed to the company. See ya around. '. |
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Event:
BBFC 1 Jalbert Vs. Broderick
Date: Feb 06, 2021 |
#R1#
Dixon lands with a cross.
A telegraphed right hand from Dixon misses the target.
Ortiz takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The fighters circling - Dixon throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ortiz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Dixon just manages to avoid it.
Robert Dixon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dixon wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dixon has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Dixon misses with a hook
#TD#
and Ortiz counters with a nice double leg into side control. Dixon won't be happy with that.
A lull in the action here.
Sloppy strikes there by Ortiz.
Ortiz working away.
An elbow from Ortiz crashes against the mat.
Ortiz lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Dixon down.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ortiz just content to control the position. #T1#
An elbow from Ortiz crashes against the mat.
Ortiz has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Dixon really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ortiz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Poor strikes thrown by Ortiz there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortiz cracks Dixon with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Ortiz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ortiz thowing shots but they're missing. #T2#
Ortiz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ortiz seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Dixon for as long as he can get away with.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dixon avoids a series of strikes thrown by Ortiz.
Ortiz controlling from the full mount.
Ortiz raining down shots from the mount!
Ortiz unloads with some shots from mount but Dixon bucks and avoids them well.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Dixon can do anything to dispel that myth.
Ortiz controlling from mount.
Ortiz is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Dixon can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
#T3#
Dixon is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Ortiz working Dixon over with strikes here.
Ortiz controlling his opponent.
Ortiz connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Ortiz content just to control the position here.
Ortiz has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Dixon blocking the ground and pound.
Ortiz content just to control the position here.
Dixon blocking the ground and pound. #T4#
Ortiz thowing shots but they're missing.
Ortiz looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Ortiz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
BOOM! Ortiz connects with a massive shot to the dome!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dixon taking shots to the head.
Ortiz cracks Dixon with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
BOOM! Ortiz connects with a massive shot to the dome!
#ROC#Dixon is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Colby Ortiz dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Dixon misses the shot to the body.
Dixon ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A jab from Dixon misses.
Ortiz takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Dixon lands a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dixon. Ortiz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ortiz slips a straight right by Dixon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dixon throws a body shot but no joy.
Ortiz thinks about countering with a head kick.
Ortiz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dixon can do to turn this around?
Ortiz slips under a jab.
Ortiz drops down looking for a counter takedown but Dixon sprawls and moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dixon. Ortiz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ortiz wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T1#
Dixon fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dixon throws the left hand but Ortiz avoids the punch easily.
Ortiz drops down looking for a counter takedown but Dixon sprawls and moves away.
Dixon lands a jab to Ortiz's midsection.
Dixon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dixon just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Dixon misses.
Dixon just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromOrtiz.
Dixon throws the left hand but Ortiz avoids the punch easily.
Dixon throws a body punch but Ortiz moves out of range.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dixon's corner calls for a 1-2. Dixon obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T2#
Dixon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dixon lands a body shot.
Dixon misses with a hook. Ortiz ducked under it nicely.
Dixon misses with an uppercut.
Robert Dixon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dixon. Ortiz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ortiz is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Dixon.
Dixon misses with a wild body shot.
Ortiz attempts a counter takedown but Dixon avoids it well and moves away.
Dixon takes a swing at Ortiz's ribcage but misses.
Ortiz is looking to counter with head kicks.
Robert Dixon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dixon. Ortiz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ortiz throws a counter high kick but Dixon was just alert enough to avoid it.
Dixon throws a hook to the side of Ortiz's head but Ortiz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ortiz is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Dixon.#T3#
Dixon misses with an uppercut. Ortiz saw that one coming.
As Dixon backs away, Ortiz returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Dixon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ortiz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dixon misses the jab.
A swing and a miss from Dixon.
Dixon misses with a hook.
And Ortiz counters with a quick kick to the body but Dixon blocks it.
Ortiz ducks under a wild hook from Dixon.
Ortiz takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dixon's corner calls for a 1-2. Dixon obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A shot to the liver by Dixon. Beautiful body shot.#T4#
Dixon just misses with a punch to the body.
Ortiz tries to counter by clinching up but Dixon breaks away and moves out of range.
Dixon swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Ortiz counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dixon thinking.
Dixon lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Ortiz takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dixon connects with a single shot there.
Dixon with a nice cross.
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!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ortiz moves out of range of the strikes.
Ortiz is looking to counter the offense by Dixon and move into the clinch.
Dixon lands a nice hook to Ortiz's body. Ortiz takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robert Dixon showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Dixon throws a poor cross that misses
and Ortiz counters with a nice uppercut.
Dixon smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ortiz avoids the body shot from Dixon.
Dixon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ortiz wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A shot to the body from Dixon misses #CL#
and Ortiz holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
A body shot lands from Dixon.
Dixon tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ortiz's elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Dixon gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Dixon is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Dixon gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Ortiz.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Colby Ortiz. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Dixon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dixon swings wildly with an uppercut but Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ortiz blocking some punches.
Dixon throws a head punch that misses.
Dixon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dixon misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dixon has a couple of punches blocked by Ortiz.
Dixon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice left hand lands by Dixon.
#T2#
A left hand lands to the body for Dixon.
Dixon can't find room to land a body shot as Ortiz controls the action.
Ortiz drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dixon is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Dixon gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Ortiz.
Ortiz tries for a takedown but Dixon manages to get underhooks.
Ortiz blocks a body shot from Dixon. #T3#
Ortiz wants a takedown but no success here.
Dixon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Our sources have told us that Ortiz has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Dixon lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dixon tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ortiz drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Dixon gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Dixon swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dixon.
Dixon tries to throw a body punch but Ortiz avoids it by throwing Dixon back against the cage. #T4#
Dixon gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Ortiz.
#BC2#
Dixon pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dixon swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dixon misses with a hook.
Ortiz is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Dixon.
A big right from Dixon misses.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dixon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ortiz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dixon throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Ortiz counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Ortiz.
Ortiz is working Dixon over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert Dixon comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Dixon 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 Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 27:29
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 27:29
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 27:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert Dixon!
Colby Ortiz spoke after the fight, saying 'I've been with BFC for a long time. I appreciate the opportunities I have been given. This was my last fight here. Thanks to Benji and everyone who has contributed to the company. See ya around. '. |
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Event:
BFC 32: Soares Vs. King
Date: Jan 09, 2021 |
#R1#
Kirk misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ortiz.
Ortiz tries to counter by clinching up but Kirk breaks away and moves out of range.
Ortiz seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kirk ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ortiz moves away.
Kirk throws a jab but it's blocked by Ortiz.
It looked like Ortiz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kirk.
Kirk misses with a straight left.
Ortiz tries to counter with a takedown but Kirk is quick to defend against it.
Ortiz takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kirk misses with the combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kirk scores with a body shot.
#T1#
Kirk swings for the body but Ortiz moves out of range.
Ortiz throws a counter high kick but Kirk was just alert enough to avoid it.
Ortiz blocks a jab.
Ortiz changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kirk misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Ortiz decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kirk's guard.
Ortiz sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kirk utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
Ortiz in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ortiz won't allow Kirk to get back to his feet.
Kirk can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ortiz controls the pace.
Ortiz keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kirk's head.
Ortiz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortiz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kirk swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kirk can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ortiz controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Kirk throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Ortiz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kirk.
Kirk connects with a body shot that sends Ortiz's belly button to the back.
Kirk misses with a wild combination.
Kirk scores with a sloppy right hand. Ortiz should have avoided that one. #T4#
Kirk uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ortiz has time to react.
Ortiz avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kirk jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little feinted left hand from Ortiz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The fighters circling - Kirk throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kirk misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Ortiz counters with a takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ortiz taking a breather here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
James Kirk dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Kirk.
Ortiz staying out of range there.
Ortiz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kirk throws out a loose jab but Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ortiz walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kirk works the jab nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kirk lands a nice hook to Ortiz's body. Ortiz takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A punch lands to the side of Ortiz 's head but he takes it in his stride.
James Kirk seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kirk misses with a low kick.
Ortiz throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kirk avoids it.#T1#
Ortiz takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
James Kirk is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kirk cracks Ortiz with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kirk throws a hook but Ortiz blocks it.
Ortiz throwing a counter right hand but Kirk manages to avoid it.
Ortiz takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ortiz slips a straight right by Kirk.
Kirk tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ortiz was well out of range. Poor timing from Kirk.
Ortiz wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kirk delivers a nice body kick.
James Kirk seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Ortiz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kirk.
Ortiz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kirk just manages to avoid it.
Ortiz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ortiz is looking to counter with head kicks.
Kirk takes a swing at Ortiz's ribcage but misses.
Good leg kick by Kirk.
Kirk ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kirk misses with a body shot.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kirk throws a nice looking combination but Ortiz bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ortiz wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T3#
Kirk rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#CL#
and Ortiz counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #TD#
Ortiz turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Ortiz manages to end up in side control.
Ortiz controls the position.
Ortiz working away.
Ortiz throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Kirk is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Ortiz trying to control the position but Kirk is working away.
You can see the frustration on Kirk's face as Ortiz controls the position.
Ortiz sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Kirk is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Kirk has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Ortiz looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Kirk is avoiding damage well.
Ortiz trying to control the action but Kirk is working from the bottom. #T4#
Kirk tries to improve position but can't.
Ortiz has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Ortiz controls the position from side control.
Ortiz wants to control but Kirk is keeping him busy.
Ortiz has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Kirk!
Ortiz is stalling here but it's allowed Kirk to get half guard.
Ortiz is controlling the pace.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kirk is staying active underneath Ortiz, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
James Kirk showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Ortiz drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kirk throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ortiz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kirk throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Ortiz counters with a takedown into side control.
Kirk avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Ortiz.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Kirk is not content to let Ortiz control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kirk wants to control but Ortiz postures up.
Kirk defending against the ground and pound.
Kirk is not content to let Ortiz control the position. #T1#
Ortiz looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Kirk is avoiding damage well.
Kirk takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Ortiz controlling the position.
Colby Ortiz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
The strikes coming from Ortiz are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Ortiz looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Kirk is avoiding damage well.
Kirk is being controlled here.
Ortiz postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Kirk has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kirk regains half guard there - taking advantage of Ortiz's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Ortiz not doing much here.
Ortiz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kirk defending well though. #T3#
Ortiz missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ortiz not doing much here.
Ortiz throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kirk is staying active underneath Ortiz, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ortiz missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
James Kirk is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ortiz tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kirk knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ortiz wants to take a breather but Kirk is having none of it.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Ortiz working the head and body with strikes.
Ortiz thows a huge punch but Kirk dodges it nicely.
Ortiz is looking to advance position but Kirk won't allow it.
Ortiz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kirk defending well though. #T4#
Ortiz takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Ortiz drops an elbow to the side of Kirk's head.
Ortiz is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ortiz thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Ortiz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kirk defending well though.
Ortiz thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kirk's head.
Ortiz is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Ortiz is trying to control. Kirk wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ortiz 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!
Kirk keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
Colby Ortiz showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kirk 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:29
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... James Kirk!
A very excited looking James Kirk rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
BFC 27: Dudayev Vs. Bravo
Date: Nov 14, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Cannabino throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Ortiz counters with a shoot takedown. Cannabino fights it but they end up in guard.
Ortiz with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ortiz has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Ortiz chips away with some ground and pound.
Ortiz missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Cannabino is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Ortiz working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Cannabino's head.
Ortiz with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ortiz content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Cannabino wants to stand and escape but Ortiz is having none of it.
Cannabino preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz postures up and lands a big shot to Cannabino's brow. #ES2#
Cannabino pushes Ortiz off and scrambles back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cannabino throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CUT2#It looks like Colby Ortiz has been cut.#T1#
Cannabino pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ortiz seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A low kick from Cannabino is predictable there #CL#
and Ortiz counters by clinching up. #TD#
Ortiz gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Cannabino regains guard.
Ortiz in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Cannabino is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Ortiz is controlling him.
Ortiz trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Cannabino avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ortiz missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Cannabino working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ortiz.
Cannabino is looking to stand up but Ortiz isn't so interested in that idea.
Ortiz content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T2#
Ortiz working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Cannabino utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ortiz postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Cannabino preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ortiz postures up in Cannabino's guard and throws a big left but Cannabino blocks it.
Ortiz throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cannabino works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ortiz with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ortiz content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Cannabino looking to control.
Ortiz throwing strikes from guard but Cannabino blocks nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cannabino is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ortiz missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ortiz accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Cannabino wants to get back to his feet but Ortiz is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Ortiz throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cannabino works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Ortiz throwing strikes from guard but Cannabino blocks nicely.
Ortiz throwing strikes but missing.
Ortiz throwing strikes but missing.
Cannabino has momentary wrist control but Ortiz slips an elbow through the middle.
Ortiz stops Cannabino from standing up.
Ortiz working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ortiz postures up in Cannabino's guard and throws a big left but Cannabino blocks it.
Ortiz throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ortiz throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ortiz postures up in Cannabino's guard and throws a big left but Cannabino blocks it.
Ortiz throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ortiz throws a big right hand that misses. #T4#
Ortiz throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cannabino works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Cannabino is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ortiz accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #ES2#
Cannabino wriggles free and stands up.
Cannabino is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Cannabino misses the target.
Cannabino misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ortiz half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Colby Ortiz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Cannabino is looking to land body kicks.
Cannabino misses the shot to the body.
Some wild striking there from Cannabino.
Ortiz throws a counter high kick but Cannabino was just alert enough to avoid it.
Cannabino cracks Ortiz with a right hand to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cannabino cracks Ortiz with an open hand slap.#T1#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Cannabino.#CL2#
Cannabino has managed to clinch.
Cannabino scores with a shoulder strike.
Cannabino stalling the fight.
Cannabino lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Cannabino breaks from the clinch.
Ortiz showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cannabino.
#T2#
Cannabino scores with a sloppy right hand. Ortiz should have avoided that one.
Ortiz ducks under a wild hook from Cannabino.
Cannabino connects with a solid leg kick.
Sloppy strikes from Cannabino. Those never looked like landing.
It looked like Ortiz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Cannabino throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cannabino throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD#
and Ortiz counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T3#
Ortiz trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Cannabino trying to control the position.
Cannabino avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortiz missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Cannabino utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ortiz is in close to Cannabino's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ortiz throws an elbow that misses. Cannabino uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ortiz's guard. Nice move by Cannabino!#REVB#
Cannabino is stalling in the full guard.
Cannabino sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ortiz's guard. #T4#
Ortiz tries to kick Cannabino off but Cannabino keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Ortiz is staying active underneath Cannabino, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Cannabino content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Cannabino's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Colby Ortiz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cannabino tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Ortiz.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Emporio Cannabino showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz'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#
Ortiz slips a jab and a cross from Cannabino.
Ortiz tried to counter with a leg kick but Cannabino avoided it.
Cannabino misses with a hook
#TD#
so Ortiz counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Ortiz is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortiz throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Cannabino works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ortiz pushes down on Cannabino's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Cannabino keeping hold of Ortiz's head, controlling as best he can.
Ortiz throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz drops an elbow to the side of Cannabino's head.
Ortiz not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ortiz seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ortiz missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T1#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ortiz lands a nice short elbow.
Ortiz not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Cannabino keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Cannabino is trying to stand.
Ortiz not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Cannabino is trying to stand.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ortiz lands a nice short elbow.
Cannabino avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ortiz.
Cannabino is trying to stand back up but Ortiz is controlling him
Ortiz throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ortiz lands with a punch from half guard.
Ortiz misses with a head shot. Cannabino uses the momentum to regain guard.
Cannabino tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ortiz working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2#
Cannabino is looking to stand up but Ortiz isn't so interested in that idea.
Ortiz landing with the ground and pound.
Ortiz postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #ES2#
Cannabino uses the cage to get back to his feet.
#CL2#
Cannabino instigates a clinch.
Ortiz wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC2#
Cannabino breaks the clinch.
#T3#
Ortiz avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ortiz feinted with a counter takedown.
Cannabino lands a nice hook to Ortiz's body. Ortiz takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Ortiz wants a takedown but no success here.
#T4#
Cannabino stops a takedown attempt from Ortiz.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Colby Ortiz. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Cannabino escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Cannabino throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Cannabino finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ortiz is looking to counter the offense by Cannabino and move into the clinch.
Cannabino tries a head kick but it misses.
Ortiz tried to counter with a leg kick but Cannabino avoided it.
Cannabino throws out a loose jab but Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ortiz thinks about countering with a body kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cannabino moves in looking to clinch but Ortiz pushes him off.
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 Colby Ortiz.
I think Ortiz 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 Thiago Cunha scores the fight 29:28
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Event:
BFC 22: Alexander Vs. Matsuda
Date: Sep 26, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ortiz moves out of range as Oliver strikes.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Oliver!
#CUT2#It looks like Colby Ortiz has been cut.
Oliver looks to land a left hand but Ortiz moved out of range nicely.
Ortiz feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Oliver misses the shot to the body.
Ortiz looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ortiz ducks under a wild hook from Oliver.
Oliver throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice shot lands for Oliver.
A jab from Oliver misses.
Oliver throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Oliver lands a nice hook to Ortiz's body. Ortiz takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Oliver looks to land a combination but Ortiz avoids it well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ortiz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Oliver.
It appears Ortiz was looking to counter with a kick there.
A big right from Oliver misses.
Ortiz throws a counter high kick but Oliver was just alert enough to avoid it.#T1#
Ortiz slips under a jab.
Oliver swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
As Oliver backs away, Ortiz returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Oliver scores with a sloppy right hand. Ortiz should have avoided that one.
Nice shot by Oliver.
Oliver lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ortiz circles away quickly and effectively.
Oliver misses with a few strikes there.
Ortiz moves out of range as Oliver strikes.
Oliver connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ortiz momentarily.
A punch combination from Oliver misses.
Ortiz throws a quick counter kick to the body but Oliver avoids it.
Ortiz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Oliver misses with a hook.
Ortiz thinks about countering with a head kick.
Oliver misses with a straight right.
Oliver misses with a shot to the body #TD#
and Ortiz counters with a shoot takedown. Oliver fights it but they end up in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Oliver preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ortiz is in close to Oliver's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Oliver is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Oliver wants to get back to his feet.
Oliver is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ortiz!
Oliver tries to control but Ortiz wriggling away.
Oliver has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Elite Underground Training Facility. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Oliver controlling from the full mount.
Oliver wants to control the pace but Ortiz is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Oliver controlling his opponent.
Oliver looking to control but Ortiz is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ortiz tries to buck Oliver off but he can't manage it. #ES#
Ortiz bucks up and throws Oliver to the side - he's got back to his feet. Great escape!
Oliver tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ortiz was well out of range. Poor timing from Oliver.
Ortiz throws a quick counter head kick but Oliver was just out of range.#T4#
Oliver is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ortiz.
A big right from Oliver misses.
Oliver fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Oliver lands a nice shot that snaps Ortiz's head back.
Oliver connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ortiz. Ortiz circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT2#Colby Ortiz's cut is getting worse.
Oliver fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ortiz manages to avoid it.
Ortiz throwing a counter right hand but Oliver manages to avoid it.
Oliver fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ortiz lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Jamie Oliver is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Oliver throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ortiz tries to counter by clinching up but Oliver breaks away and moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ortiz avoids a punch combination nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Oliver. Ortiz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ortiz is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Oliver.
Oliver throws a hook but Ortiz blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jamie Oliver dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz'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#
Oliver fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ortiz manages to avoid it.
Oliver throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ortiz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ortiz looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Ortiz walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Oliver lands with a cross.
Oliver swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Oliver stalks Ortiz and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Ortiz's face. Ortiz staggers backwards, shaken.
Oliver takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#ROC2#Ortiz is rocked!
Oliver swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ortiz jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Ortiz moves away from the strike by Oliver.
Oliver tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ortiz was well out of range. Poor timing from Oliver.
Ortiz wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Oliver.
A looping hook to the body misses from Oliver. Ortiz does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Oliver ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ortiz moves away.
Ortiz is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Oliver.
Oliver jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A quick step to the side and Ortiz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Oliver scores with the left hand. Ortiz knows he should have avoided that one.
Ortiz avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ortiz tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Oliver manages to circle out of the way.
Ortiz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ortiz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Oliver just manages to avoid it.
Jamie Oliver seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oliver throws a body punch but Ortiz moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Ortiz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Oliver takes a swing at Ortiz's ribcage but misses.
Oliver misses the shot to the body.
Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Oliver.
Ortiz slips under a jab from Oliver.
Jab from Oliver.#T2#
Oliver throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ortiz looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Ortiz takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Oliver throws a jab when Ortiz was well out of range.
Ortiz changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Oliver cracks Ortiz with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Oliver throws a jab but it's blocked by Ortiz.
As Oliver tries to get set, Ortiz tries to push him back and clinch up but Oliver manages to avoid the attempt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oliver jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A counter left hand to the body from Ortiz misses its target.
Oliver throws an off balance right hand
#TD#
so Ortiz counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Oliver wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Ortiz throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Oliver preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Colby Ortiz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ortiz postures up.
Ortiz loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ortiz in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Oliver controls Ortiz momentarily but Ortiz frees himself. #T3#
Ortiz trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ortiz in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Oliver is trying to control the position but Ortiz postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortiz chips away with some ground and pound.
Ortiz working some strikes from top position.
Ortiz is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ortiz is looking to work some ground and pound but Oliver has wrist control.
Oliver bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ortiz's guard. #REVB#
Oliver wants to control from the top but Ortiz keeps moving. #SU2#
Oliver decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Oliver fails to land with a series of punches.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Oliver swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T4#
Oliver throws a body punch but Ortiz moves out of range.
Ortiz is looking to counter with a body kick.
Oliver throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ortiz drops down looking for a counter takedown but Oliver sprawls and moves away.
Oliver misses the jab.
Oliver connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT2#Colby Ortiz's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Oliver moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oliver throws a hook to the side of Ortiz's head but Ortiz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ortiz tries to counter with a takedown but Oliver is quick to defend against it.
Oliver misses with an uppercut.
Some wild striking there from Oliver.
Ortiz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Oliver has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Oliver misses with a body shot
#CL#
and Ortiz counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Ortiz.
Oliver swings wildly with an uppercut but Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jamie Oliver showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Oliver jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nice shot by Oliver.
Oliver lands with a nice body punch.
Oliver swinging wildly here.
Ortiz throws a quick counter kick to the body but Oliver avoids it.
Oliver loads up on a big right hand but Ortiz slips the punch.
Ortiz is looking to counter punch.
Oliver throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot to the liver by Oliver. Beautiful body shot.
Oliver just misses with a punch to the body.
Ortiz tries to counter with a takedown but Oliver is quick to defend against it.
Oliver throws a body shot but no joy.
Oliver swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Ortiz gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Oliver lands a nice looking body shot.
Jamie Oliver seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Oliver swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Oliver missing with a left hand there. Ortiz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Oliver just misses with a punch to the body.
Ortiz staying out of range there.
Ortiz throwing a counter right hand but Oliver manages to avoid it.
Ortiz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And Ortiz counters with a quick kick to the body but Oliver blocks it.
Oliver misses with an uppercut. Ortiz saw that one coming.
A little feinted left hand from Ortiz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ortiz avoids the body shot from Oliver.
Ortiz tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Oliver manages to circle out of the way.
Oliver swings for the body but Ortiz moves out of range.
Ortiz tries to counter with a takedown but Oliver is quick to defend against it.
Oliver looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Oliver takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ortiz walks into a left hand. #T2#
A big right from Oliver misses.
Oliver throws a body punch but Ortiz moves out of range.
Oliver misses with a double jab.
Ortiz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Oliver swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ortiz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Oliver throws a hook but Ortiz blocks it.
Oliver misses with a body shot.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Ortiz looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Oliver swinging wildly here.
Oliver throws a right hand that Ortiz ducks under and follows up with a left that Ortiz also avoids with ease.
It looked like Ortiz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ortiz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Oliver.
Oliver swings for the body but Ortiz moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Ortiz misses its target.#T3#
Oliver throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ortiz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Oliver throws a jab when Ortiz was well out of range.
Ortiz lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Ortiz staying out of range there.
Ortiz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Oliver.
Ortiz moves out of range as Oliver strikes.
Ortiz thinks about countering with a head kick.
Oliver falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Ortiz decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Oliver's guard.
Ortiz cracks Oliver with a solid left hand.
Ortiz loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ortiz distracts Oliver with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ortiz accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ortiz postures up and lands a big shot to Oliver's brow.
Oliver utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ortiz working some strikes from top position.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ortiz working some strikes from top position.#ROC#Oliver is rocked!
Ortiz postures up.
Oliver is still in real trouble! Can Ortiz finish him?
Oliver avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Oliver seems keen to control Ortiz's posture.
Ortiz postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Oliver covers up, he's hurt! Ortiz keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Ortiz and the ref steps in to end the fight! Ortiz can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Colby Ortiz!
Colby Ortiz thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
BFC Halle Birthday Bash 1
Date: Aug 28, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Alexander, as that shot connected.
#CUT#It looks like Colby Ortiz has been cut.
Alexander has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A telegraphed right hand from Alexander misses the target.
And Ortiz responds with a good body kick, but Alexander manages to step out the way in time.
Alexander throws a hook but Ortiz blocks it.
Ortiz tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Alexander misses with a hook. Ortiz ducked under it nicely.
Ortiz moves out of range as Alexander strikes.
Alexander getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Alexander scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Alexander scores with a jab to the head.
#T1#
Ortiz staying out of range there.
Alexander sets himself, and Ortiz steps forward looking for the clinch! Alexander avoids it this time.
Alexander digs a good body shot into Ortiz's ribs.
Nice defenses there by Ortiz.
Alexander misses with a straight right.
Alexander sets himself, and Ortiz steps forward looking for the clinch! Alexander avoids it this time.
Alexander swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Alexander sets himself, and Ortiz steps forward looking for the clinch! Alexander avoids it this time.
Alexander lands with a shot to the body.
Ortiz on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A shot to the liver by Alexander. Beautiful body shot.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Alexander. Ortiz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alexander misses with a looping right.
Ortiz looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ortiz takes one to the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alexander. Ortiz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ortiz was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Alexander waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ortiz.
Ortiz feints the counter takedown.
Alexander lands a slapping body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ortiz slips under a jab.
Ortiz steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Alexander with a jab.#T3#
Ortiz ducks right into an uppercut from Alexander.
Alexander misses with a two punch combination.
Ortiz walks into a left hand.
Alexander fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ortiz looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Alexander connects with a crisp jab.
Alexander ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Martin Alexander seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alexander throws a series of strikes that have Ortiz backpedaling.
#T4#
Alexander connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ortiz. Ortiz circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT#That has opened up Colby Ortiz's cut even more.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alexander throws a hook but Ortiz blocks it.
Alexander throws a good cross that connects.
Alexander is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Ortiz takes one to the side of the head.
#ROC#Ortiz is rocked!
Alexander throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ortiz looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Alexander throws a right and a left that Ortiz avoids nicely.
Alexander throws a hook but Ortiz blocks it.
A little jabbing left from Ortiz on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Martin Alexander dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Ortiz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alexander.
A little jabbing left from Ortiz on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Alexander ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ortiz moves away.
A jab from Alexander misses.
Alexander works Ortiz's body with a nice hook.
Alexander rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ortiz moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ortiz shapes to counter with a head kick.
Alexander throws a hook but Ortiz blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz slips a jab from Alexander.
Ortiz raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Alexander throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Alexander misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ortiz.
And Ortiz tries to counter it with a takedown but Alexander pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Alexander loads up on a big right hand but Ortiz slips the punch.
It seemed like Ortiz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Alexander misses with a hook. Ortiz ducked under it nicely.
Alexander lunges at Ortiz with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Ortiz's hand.
Alexander throws a body shot but no joy.
Alexander connects with a body shot that sends Ortiz's belly button to the back.
Alexander fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#T2#
Alexander changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Alexander thuds his right hand into Ortiz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ortiz moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Alexander jabs at Ortiz's body.
Martin Alexander is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Alexander connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alexander connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CUT#The cut above Colby Ortiz's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Alexander waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ortiz.
Alexander misses with a wild body shot.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Ortiz might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Alexander has got the better of the exchanges.#T3#
Alexander misses with a straight left.
Alexander ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Alexander lands with a hook. Ortiz tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Alexander swings for the body but Ortiz moves out of range.
Ortiz steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.#KD#
Alexander drops Ortiz with a beautiful combination! Ortiz stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Alexander is looking for the KO!
Ortiz is still on wobbly legs! Can Alexander finish him?
Alexander ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ortiz on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Alexander dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ortiz is breathing heavily.#T4#
Alexander throws a monster overhand right that drops Ortiz! Alexander follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:06 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Martin Alexander!
Martin Alexander retains his middleweight title!
After winning the bout, Martin Alexander thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
BFC 17: Garbrandt Vs. Liszorr
Date: Aug 07, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ortiz takes one to the side of the head.
Dembele lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ortiz at a distance.
A punch lands to the side of Ortiz 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Dembele has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Brooklyn MMA & Fitness in the buildup to the fight.
Dembele misses with a few strikes there.
Dembele misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Ortiz counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Ortiz throwing shots but Dembele is blocking nicely.
Ortiz scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ortiz has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dembele avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ortiz.
Dembele keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Dembele avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ortiz.
Ortiz looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ortiz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Dembele defending well though.
Ortiz missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ortiz missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ortiz not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Dembele on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Dembele tries to get out of the position.
Ortiz scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T1#
Ortiz looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dembele with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Ortiz scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ortiz not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ortiz is nestled in close to Dembele, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Dembele taking some punishment here, with Ortiz in his half guard.
Ortiz missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dembele keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Dembele is breathing heavily.
Ortiz scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ortiz lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ortiz missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ortiz looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dembele with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Ortiz missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
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. Ortiz connects with a nice short shot to Dembele's temple.
Ortiz is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #ROC2#Dembele is rocked!
Ortiz is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Dembele is hurt! He's hurt bad - Ortiz fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Dembele from any more punishment! Congratulations to Ortiz! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Colby Ortiz!
Colby Ortiz seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Boubacar Dembele stepped up to the mic, saying 'Back to the gym!'. |
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Event:
BFC Syndicate 2
Date: Jul 10, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ortiz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bean throws out the jab.
Ortiz is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bean with a body shot.
A big left from Bean misses.
And Ortiz responds with a good body kick, but Bean manages to step out the way in time.
Bean loads up on a big right hand but Ortiz slips the punch.
A little jabbing left from Ortiz on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bean lands a really nice looking cross but Ortiz seems unphased.
#CUT#It looks like Colby Ortiz has been cut.
Bean rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD2#
and Ortiz counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Ortiz loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ortiz throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ortiz pushing down on Bean's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ortiz drops an elbow to the side of Bean's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Ortiz is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ortiz not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ortiz not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Bean avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ortiz. #T1#
Ortiz landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ortiz seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ortiz is nestled in close to Bean, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Bean on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ortiz missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bean keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ortiz missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bean blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ortiz.
Ortiz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bean defending well though.
Bean is breathing heavily.
Bean keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ortiz 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.
Bean is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ortiz scores with a couple of nice shots.#ROC2#Bean is rocked!
Ortiz is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Bean is hurt! He's hurt bad - Ortiz fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Bean from any more punishment! Congratulations to Ortiz! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Colby Ortiz!
After winning the bout, Colby Ortiz thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
BFC HARDCORE 2
Date: Jun 26, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Galvao doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ortiz counters with an outside leg kick.
Galvao has his takedown stuffed
and Ortiz counters with a leg kick.
Galvao misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Ortiz counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jorge Galvao. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Galvao jumps guard but Ortiz stands there with Galvao around his waist. Galvao gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Galvao jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ortiz walks away with a smile on his face. Galvao gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice takedown defense from Ortiz. No joy for Galvao on that attempt.
Ortiz tries to counter with a clinch but Galvao shakes him off and moves away.
Ortiz displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Galvao.
Galvao misses with a takedown attempt #TD2#
and Ortiz counters with a nice double leg into side control. Galvao won't be happy with that. #T1#
Ortiz scoring with punches and elbows. #CUT2#It looks like Jorge Galvao has been cut.
Ortiz working the body and head with strikes.
Ortiz lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Galvao down.
Ortiz crunches a massive hammerfist down on Galvao - he's out! Ortiz Holds back on further strikes and jumps to his feet to celebrate with the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Colby Ortiz!
Our winner, Colby Ortiz, 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:
HFC 20 - Barbosa vs Diaz
Date: May 23, 2020 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Fizzelstiks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A big left from Fizzelstiks misses.
Ortiz is looking to counter with a body kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Fizzelstiks throws a jab when Ortiz was well out of range.
Ortiz takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#CUT2#
It looks like Colby Ortiz has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fizzelstiks.
Fizzelstiks misses the jab.#T1#
A big left from Fizzelstiks misses.
Fizzelstiks connects with a crisp jab.
Fizzelstiks throws a hook to the side of Ortiz's head but Ortiz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ortiz tries to counter with a takedown but Fizzelstiks is quick to defend against it.
Ortiz takes one to the chin there.
Ortiz slips a jab from Fizzelstiks.
Jermaine Fizzelstiks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Ortiz slips a straight right by Fizzelstiks.
Ortiz is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Fizzelstiks.
Fizzelstiks might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Fizzelstiks misses with a straight right.
Ortiz looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Fizzelstiks throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Ortiz counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ortiz connects with a nice short shot to Fizzelstiks's temple.
Ortiz thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ortiz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Fizzelstiks defending well though.
Ortiz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Fizzelstiks defending well though.
Fizzelstiks really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ortiz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Ortiz thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Fizzelstiks's head.
Ortiz missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ortiz thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
Ortiz thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Ortiz drops an elbow to the side of Fizzelstiks's head.
Fizzelstiks blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ortiz.
Ortiz thows a huge punch but Fizzelstiks dodges it nicely.
Fizzelstiks keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ortiz not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Fizzelstiks avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ortiz.
Ortiz working over Fizzelstiks with some ground and pound. Fizzelstiks looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Ortiz missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Fizzelstiks can do anything to dispel that myth.
Ortiz throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Ortiz thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Fizzelstiks blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ortiz.
Ortiz slips a nice elbow through Fizzelstiks's hands, connecting with Fizzelstiks's forehead.
Ortiz thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T4#
Ortiz not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Fizzelstiks avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ortiz.
Ortiz has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Ortiz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Fizzelstiks defending well though.
Ortiz missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ortiz misses with a head shot. Fizzelstiks uses the momentum to regain guard.
Ortiz throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ortiz accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ortiz is in close to Fizzelstiks's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ortiz accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Fizzelstiks working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ortiz.
Ortiz throws a big right hand that misses.
Ortiz throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Colby Ortiz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz's cut.
That's time! Ortiz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Ortiz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fizzelstiks throws out the jab.
Ortiz throws a quick counter kick to the body but Fizzelstiks avoids it.
Fizzelstiks swings widly with a right hand
and Ortiz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fizzelstiks misses with a straight right.
Fizzelstiks throws out a loose jab but Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ortiz tried to counter with a leg kick but Fizzelstiks avoided it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fizzelstiks misses with a hook.
Fizzelstiks throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
so Ortiz counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #ES2#
Fizzelstiks has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Ortiz has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#T1#
Ortiz tries for a takedown. No joy.
#BC2#
Fizzelstiks manages to break the clinch.
Ortiz moves out of range of the strikes.
Ortiz is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Fizzelstiks.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Fizzelstiks.
Fizzelstiks throws a looping overhand right but Ortiz ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Fizzelstiks misses the target.
It looked like Ortiz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Fizzelstiks.
Jermaine Fizzelstiks is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A big left from Fizzelstiks misses.
A lazy left from Fizzelstiks finds it's target.
Fizzelstiks misses with a looping left.
A slow jab from Fizzelstiks misses its intended target. #T3#
Ortiz blocks a jab.
Ortiz looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Fizzelstiks missing with a left hand there. Ortiz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Fizzelstiks throws a looping overhand right but Ortiz ducks down to avoid it.
Fizzelstiks is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ortiz.
Fizzelstiks misses with a body shot.
Ortiz is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Fizzelstiks.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Fizzelstiks misses with a looping left.
Ortiz is looking to counter the offense by Fizzelstiks and move into the clinch.
Ortiz seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Fizzelstiks loads up on a big right hand but Ortiz slips the punch.
Ortiz seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A slow jab from Fizzelstiks misses its intended target.
Ortiz tries to counter by clinching up but Fizzelstiks breaks away and moves out of range.
Fizzelstiks throws a lazy right hand but Ortiz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ortiz tries to counter by clinching up but Fizzelstiks breaks away and moves out of range.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Fizzelstiks. Ortiz does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ortiz drops down looking for a counter takedown but Fizzelstiks sprawls and moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jermaine Fizzelstiks showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz'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#
A swing and a miss from Fizzelstiks.
Fizzelstiks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ortiz changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Fizzelstiks throws a hook but Ortiz avoids it easily.
Fizzelstiks scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fizzelstiks digs a good body shot into Ortiz's ribs.
Fizzelstiks throws a jab but it's blocked by Ortiz. #T1#
Fizzelstiks throws out a loose jab but Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ortiz lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Fizzelstiks throws a big shot that misses.
Ortiz seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Fizzelstiks darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Fizzelstiks misses with a hook. Ortiz ducked under it nicely.
Ortiz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Fizzelstiks misses with a right hand #TD#
and Ortiz counters with a takedown into side control. #T2#
Fizzelstiks parries the strikes from Ortiz easily there. Ortiz is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Fizzelstiks to escape.
Fizzelstiks avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Ortiz.
Ortiz creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Fizzelstiks sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Ortiz grinds an elbow into Fizzelstiks's temple.
Ortiz throws a strike aimed at the side of Fizzelstiks's head but Fizzelstiks avoids it well.
Ortiz misses with the ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ortiz looks up at the clock and then as Fizzelstiks takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Ortiz smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Ortiz throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Fizzelstiks works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Ortiz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Fizzelstiks defending well though.
Ortiz missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Ortiz thows a huge punch but Fizzelstiks dodges it nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fizzelstiks on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ortiz missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ortiz 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.
Fizzelstiks takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ortiz missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ortiz 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.
Ortiz missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Ortiz missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Fizzelstiks avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ortiz.
Ortiz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Fizzelstiks defending well though.
Ortiz thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Fizzelstiks blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ortiz.
Ortiz thows a huge punch but Fizzelstiks dodges it nicely.
#T4#
Ortiz throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Ortiz landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ortiz throws a strike but Fizzelstiks avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Ortiz postures up in Fizzelstiks's guard and throws a big left but Fizzelstiks blocks it.
Ortiz is pushing down on Fizzelstiks's leg trying to pass to half guard. Fizzelstiks is fighting to maintain full guard but Ortiz has managed to sneak the leg through.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nice strikes from Ortiz there.
Ortiz tries to pass to full mount but Fizzelstiks defends it.
Ortiz missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ortiz missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ortiz not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ortiz lands strikes from half guard.
Ortiz lands with a punch from half guard.
Ortiz throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Colby Ortiz showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ortiz 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Colby Ortiz!
Colby Ortiz made sure to mention his sponsor, The Thrift Shop - in his post fight interview.
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Event:
HFC 4/20 - Barbosa vs West
Date: Apr 20, 2020 |
#R1#
Ortiz slips a jab from Dembele.
Dembele looks to throw the jab but Ortiz is out of range.
Ortiz throws a quick counter head kick but Dembele was just out of range.
Dembele looks to land a left hand but Ortiz moved out of range nicely.
The fighters circling - Dembele throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ortiz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dembele throws a jab but it's blocked by Ortiz.
Ortiz is looking to counter punch.
Dembele ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ortiz moves away.
Ortiz is looking to counter with a body kick.
Dembele throws a looping overhand right but Ortiz ducks down to avoid it.
Ortiz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dembele.
Ortiz is looking to counter with head kicks.
Dembele misses with a straight right.
Dembele is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ortiz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dembele throws an overhand right that lands on Ortiz's shoulder, as Ortiz tries to avoid the shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Ortiz misses the target.
Dembele waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ortiz.
Dembele looks to throw the jab but Ortiz is out of range.
Dembele scores with a punch to the head.
Dembele misses with an uppercut. Ortiz saw that one coming.#T1#
Ortiz has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ortiz there as he acknowledges the shot.
Dembele throws a looping overhand right but Ortiz ducks down to avoid it.
Dembele just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromOrtiz.
Dembele slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CUT2#
It looks like Colby Ortiz has been cut.
Dembele throws a hook to the side of Ortiz's head but Ortiz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It looked like Ortiz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dembele.
Dembele throws out a loose jab but Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
It looked like Ortiz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dembele.
Dembele swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dembele just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromOrtiz.
A slow jab from Dembele misses its intended target.
It looked like Ortiz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dembele.
A big right from Dembele misses.
Dembele throws a shot from downtown. Ortiz moves away and avoids it.
Dembele throws an overhand right that lands on Ortiz's shoulder, as Ortiz tries to avoid the shot.
Ortiz avoids the body shot from Dembele.
Ortiz is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ortiz drops his hands momentarily and Dembele takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Ortiz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A counter left hand to the body from Ortiz misses its target.
Dembele takes a swing at Ortiz's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Dembele scores with a sloppy right hand. Ortiz should have avoided that one.
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!
Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dembele.
Ortiz appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Dembele might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Good shot there by Dembele.
A swing and a miss from Dembele.
Dembele looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Boubacar Dembele seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dembele misses with an uppercut.
An attempted straight right counter from Ortiz misses the target.
Dembele misses with a hook.
As Dembele backs away, Ortiz returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Dembele misses with a hook.
Ortiz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dembele throws a hook but Ortiz avoids it easily.
Ortiz thinks about countering with a head kick.
Dembele throws a hook but Ortiz avoids it easily.
Ortiz lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Dembele misses with an uppercut. Ortiz saw that one coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dembele. Ortiz does a little dance to reset his feet.
It looked like Ortiz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dembele.
Dembele throws out a powerful jab.
Dembele rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ortiz counters with a right hand to the body. #T3#
A jab from Dembele misses.
Dembele misses with a body shot.
It looked like Ortiz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dembele.
Ortiz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ortiz throws a quick counter kick to the body but Dembele avoids it.
Dembele scores with a jab.
Ortiz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dembele.
An attempted straight right counter from Ortiz misses the target.
Dembele misses with a straight left.
Ortiz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dembele.
A quick step to the side and Ortiz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dembele throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ortiz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dembele throws out the jab.
Ortiz throwing a counter right hand but Dembele manages to avoid it.
Dembele lands a nice looking body shot.
Dembele lands with a straight right. Ortiz didn't see that one coming.
Ortiz on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Dembele misses with a looping left.#T4#
A big right from Dembele misses.
Dembele just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromOrtiz.
Dembele connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CUT2#
Colby Ortiz's cut is getting worse.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dembele misses with a looping right.
Ortiz is looking to counter punch.
Dembele throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ortiz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ortiz throws a counter high kick but Dembele was just alert enough to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Ortiz.
Dembele throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ortiz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ortiz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Boubacar Dembele is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#KD2#
Dembele lands a big uppercut and Ortiz crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Ortiz looks OK. Dembele waves Ortiz back to his feet!#ROC2#
Ortiz is rocked!
Dembele throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ortiz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dembele just misses with a punch to the body.
Ortiz was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A big right from Dembele misses.
Ortiz throws a quick counter head kick but Dembele was just out of range.
Dembele misses with an uppercut. Ortiz saw that one coming.
Ortiz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ortiz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dembele throws a hook but Ortiz blocks it.
Dembele throws out a loose jab but Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ortiz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Boubacar Dembele dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Dembele swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Ortiz might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Dembele just misses with a punch to the body.
Dembele throws a looping overhand right but Ortiz ducks down to avoid it.
Dembele throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dembele throws a jab but it's blocked by Ortiz.
A telegraphed right hand from Dembele misses the target.
Ortiz half committed to a counter leg kick.
Dembele throws a body punch but Ortiz moves out of range.
Ortiz tried to counter with a leg kick but Dembele avoided it.
Ortiz slips a jab from Dembele.
Ortiz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Dembele just manages to avoid it.
Dembele throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ortiz throws a counter high kick but Dembele was just alert enough to avoid it.
Dembele throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ortiz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dembele. Ortiz does a little dance to reset his feet.
As Dembele backs away, Ortiz returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Ortiz ducks under a wild hook from Dembele.
Ortiz throws a quick counter kick to the body but Dembele avoids it.
Ortiz is looking to wear down Dembele with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Ortiz moves out of range as Dembele strikes.
Dembele throws an overhand right that lands on Ortiz's shoulder, as Ortiz tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Ortiz blocks a jab.
Ortiz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Dembele just manages to avoid it.
Dembele misses with a hook. Ortiz ducked under it nicely.
A big left from Dembele misses.
Dembele looks to land a left hand but Ortiz moved out of range nicely.
Dembele misses with a body shot.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dembele throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ortiz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A quick step to the side and Ortiz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dembele moves into range and connects with a jab.
Dembele throws a jab but it's blocked by Ortiz.
A quick step to the side and Ortiz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dembele misses the jab.
Ortiz slips under a jab.
Ortiz gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Dembele looks to land a left hand but Ortiz moved out of range nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Ortiz misses the target.#T2#
Dembele swings for the body but Ortiz moves out of range.
Ortiz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dembele pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ortiz looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Dembele misses with a hook. Ortiz ducked under it nicely.
A slow jab from Dembele misses its intended target.
Ortiz moves away from the strike by Dembele.
Dembele lands a jab to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dembele throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ortiz slips a jab from Dembele.
Dembele throws a jab when Ortiz was well out of range.
Ortiz looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Dembele fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ortiz on the side of the head.#CUT2#
Colby Ortiz's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Ortiz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dembele throws a big shot that misses.
Ortiz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dembele.#T3#
Ortiz walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nice defenses there by Ortiz.
Dembele looks to throw the jab but Ortiz is out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Ortiz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ortiz defending well as Dembele loads up on a big left hand.
Ortiz half committed to a counter leg kick.
Ortiz blocks a jab.
Dembele ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ortiz moves away.
Ortiz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dembele scores with a decent looking hook.
Ortiz takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dembele throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Dembele is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ortiz.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dembele throws a jab when Ortiz was well out of range.
Dembele looks to score with a jab to the body but Ortiz is just out of range.
Ortiz ducks under a wild hook from Dembele.
A counter left hand to the body from Ortiz misses its target.#T4#
Dembele waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ortiz.
Dembele scores with a jab to the body.
Dembele has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ortiz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dembele.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ortiz slips a straight right by Dembele.
Ortiz staying out of range there.
Dembele misses with a looping right.
Ortiz slips under a jab.
Dembele misses the jab.
Dembele throws a big shot that misses.
Dembele misses with a wild body shot.
Dembele looks to land a right hand but Ortiz moved out of range.
Ortiz throws a counter high kick but Dembele was just alert enough to avoid it.
Dembele misses with a straight left.
Ortiz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Dembele just manages to avoid it.
Dembele stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Boubacar Dembele showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
The fighters circling - Dembele throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dembele throws a lazy right hand but Ortiz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dembele throws a hook to the side of Ortiz's head but Ortiz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ortiz looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Ortiz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dembele.
Ortiz moves away from the strike by Dembele.
Ortiz takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dembele throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ortiz looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Dembele throws a hook but Ortiz blocks it.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dembele misses with a hook. Ortiz ducked under it nicely.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dembele fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dembele pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dembele throws a big shot that misses.
A big right from Dembele misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Ortiz misses the target.#T1#
Dembele throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dembele looks to land a left hand but Ortiz moved out of range nicely.
Ortiz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dembele throws a shot from downtown. Ortiz moves away and avoids it.
Ortiz looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Dembele pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A quick step to the side and Ortiz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dembele waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ortiz.
Ortiz blocks a jab.
Ortiz is looking to counter punch.
A swing and a miss from Dembele.
Ortiz is looking to counter punch.
A slow jab from Dembele misses its intended target.
Dembele misses with a straight left.
Ortiz quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Nice uppercut lands for Dembele. That snapped Ortiz's head back.
Dembele looks to land a left hand but Ortiz moved out of range nicely.
Ortiz fires out a quick counter leg kick but Dembele just manages to avoid it.
Ortiz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dembele.
Ortiz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Dembele throws out a loose jab but Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boubacar Dembele seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dembele throws a hook but Ortiz blocks it.
Dembele misses with a looping left.
Ortiz looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Dembele thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like Ortiz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dembele.
Dembele misses with a looping right.
Dembele takes a swing at Ortiz's ribcage but misses.
Dembele misses with an uppercut. Ortiz saw that one coming.
Ortiz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ortiz swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dembele takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dembele thuds his right hand into Ortiz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CUT2#
Jeez, Colby Ortiz's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
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!
Dembele throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ortiz appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Dembele scores with a punch to the head.
Dembele throws out a loose jab but Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ortiz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dembele.#T3#
Dembele misses with an uppercut. Ortiz saw that one coming.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Ortiz takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ortiz moves out of range as Dembele strikes.
Dembele with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Dembele scores with the left hand. Ortiz knows he should have avoided that one.
Dembele misses with a left hand
and Ortiz makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Dembele misses with a straight right.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dembele just misses with a punch to the body.
Ortiz has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dembele finds it's way round the side to connect with Ortiz's head.
Dembele throws a hook to the side of Ortiz's head but Ortiz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
It looked like Ortiz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dembele.
Ortiz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dembele throws out the jab.
Ortiz looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Dembele swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ortiz looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T4#
Ortiz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dembele.
Dembele misses with a looping left.
Ortiz throws a counter high kick but Dembele was just alert enough to avoid it.
Dembele missing with a left hand there. Ortiz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dembele misses with a looping left.
Ortiz quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Ortiz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dembele.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dembele with a hook.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Colby Ortiz's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Boubacar Dembele!
Boubacar Dembele very nearly forgot to thank Brooklyn Apothecary amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Event:
HFC 9 -Tonissaar vs Rocca
Date: Mar 14, 2020 |
#R1##CL#
Hornfellow Iii closes the distance and pushes Ortiz back into the cage.#BC#
Hornfellow Iii manages to break the clinch.
Nice uppercut lands for Hornfellow Iii. That snapped Ortiz's head back.
Hornfellow Iii tries to clinch but Ortiz is having none of it.
Frederick Hornfellow Iii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hornfellow Iii tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hornfellow Iii wants to clinch but Ortiz slips to the side#TD2#
and Ortiz counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Ortiz.
Ortiz with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz stopping the sweep attempt from Hornfellow Iii.
Ortiz missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ortiz content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T1#
Ortiz tries to free his leg and advance position but Hornfellow Iii is retaining full guard.
Ortiz stays in close to Hornfellow Iii's body and controls the position.
Ortiz wants to pass the guard but Hornfellow Iii is keeping the position.
Ortiz working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ortiz postures up in Hornfellow Iii's guard and throws a big left but Hornfellow Iii blocks it.
Ortiz controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hornfellow Iii tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ortiz swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ortiz is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Hornfellow Iii is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ortiz keeps the fight on the outside.
As Hornfellow Iii backs off Ortiz throws a huge counter combo but Hornfellow Iii manages to avoid it all.
Hornfellow Iii tries to clinch up but Ortiz circles away and keeps his distance.
Hornfellow Iii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ortiz moves away.
Hornfellow Iii throws a big shot that misses.
Ortiz slips a jab and a cross from Hornfellow Iii.
Donk. Hornfellow Iii catches Ortiz right on the button with a cross.#T3#
Hornfellow Iii misses with the combination.
Ortiz unleashes a big counter combination but Hornfellow Iii bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
We've been informed that Ortiz has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Hornfellow Iii lands a two punch combo.
Hornfellow Iii throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD2#
and Ortiz counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Hornfellow Iii!
Ortiz scores with punches from side control.
Ortiz misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortiz happy to just control the position for now. #T4#
Ortiz in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Hornfellow Iii on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hornfellow Iii tries to get out of the position.
Hornfellow Iii is working to avoid the ground and pound but Ortiz connects with a decent elbow.
A lull in the action here as Ortiz stalls from top position.
Ortiz working the head with strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ortiz creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Ortiz misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Colby Ortiz will probably get the nod.
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#
Ortiz circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hornfellow Iii tries to clinch up.
Ortiz checks a leg kick.
Hornfellow Iii looks to land a left hand but Ortiz moved out of range nicely.#CL#
Hornfellow Iii has taken the fight to the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Hornfellow Iii breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ortiz keeps the fight on the outside.
Ortiz is looking for the big counter here.
Hornfellow Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T1#
Hornfellow Iii misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Ortiz counters with a takedown into side control.
Ortiz works to advance to full mount. Hornfellow Iii defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Ortiz landing strikes from the mount and Hornfellow Iii is in trouble! #CUT2#
It looks like Frederick Hornfellow Iii has been cut.
Ortiz controlling the position easily from mount.
Hornfellow Iii taking shots to the head.
Ortiz unloading with bombs!
BOOM! Ortiz connects with a massive shot to the dome!
#T2#
Ortiz is landing with some decent strikes but Hornfellow Iii is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#ROC2#
Hornfellow Iii is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ortiz working the ground and pound effectively.
Oh Hornfellow Iii is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Colby Ortiz has got the better of the ground game so far.
Whack. That's a big, big shot from Ortiz! Hornfellow Iii is out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Colby Ortiz!
Colby Ortiz looked relieved post fight as he said the following; '" Donald Trump is the true American hero and I'm his assassin. Tonight I proved that. Get off the tracks when Colby is coming through!! Choo choo mfer!!"'.
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Event:
SMASH: Bizih vs Boshank (NC)
Date: Feb 15, 2020 |
#R1#
Alexander throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ortiz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A right-left combo lands from Alexander. #CUT#
It looks like Colby Ortiz has been cut.
Ortiz has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Ortiz has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Alexander finds it's way round the side to connect with Ortiz's head.
Alexander throws a hook to the side of Ortiz's head but Ortiz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#KD#
Alexander feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Ortiz sprawling to the canvas! Ortiz rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Alexander finish him?!
#ROC#
Ortiz is rocked!
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!
Alexander misses with an uppercut. Ortiz saw that one coming.
As Alexander backs off Ortiz throws a huge counter combo but Alexander manages to avoid it all.
Alexander pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A jab from Alexander misses.
Despite the aggression on Ortiz's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T1#
Alexander throws a hook to the side of Ortiz's head but Ortiz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ortiz is looking for the big counter here.
Martin Alexander is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#KD#
Alexander cracks Ortiz with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Alexander has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Ortiz to stand back up!
Ortiz is still on wobbly legs! Can Alexander finish him?#CUT#
That has opened up Colby Ortiz's cut even more.
A combination from Alexander does no damage.
Ortiz is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Ortiz seems to have recovered his senses.
and Alexander counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Ortiz! He's just covering up as Alexander starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Martin Alexander!
Martin Alexander decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
SMASH: Barbosa vs Diaz
Date: Feb 01, 2020 |
#R1#
Hugo fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ortiz is looking for the big counter here.
Hugo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ortiz tries to counter by closing the distance.
Hugo misses with a takedown attempt - Ortiz sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mateus Hugo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hugo dives in and grabs Ortiz's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ortiz pushes down on Hugo's head and hops out.
Ortiz steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Hugo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hugo.
Ortiz lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Hugo fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T1#
Hugo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
Hugo moves into the clinch.
Hugo drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Ortiz gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Hugo has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ortiz after a bit of a struggle.
Hugo has Ortiz pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ortiz manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Ortiz pulls Hugo 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.#T2#
Ortiz wants to stand but Hugo is controlling the position. #ES2#
Ortiz kicks Hugo off and gets to his feet. #TD#
Hugo decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Ortiz pushes Hugo off and gets back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Hugo has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hugo tries for a takedown. No joy.
Hugo is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD2#
Ortiz drags the fight down to the ground.
Ortiz is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hugo is controlling him.
Hugo might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hugo throws a big right hand that misses. #T3#
Hugo throws a big right hand that misses.
Hugo postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ortiz is looking to stand up but Hugo isn't so interested in that idea.
Hugo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hugo throws a big right hand that misses.
Ortiz is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hugo wants to pass the guard but Ortiz is keeping the position.
Hugo scoring with some ground and pound.
Hugo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ortiz is looking to stand up but Hugo isn't so interested in that idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hugo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
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.
Ortiz wants to stand but Hugo is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Hugo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Hugo is breathing heavily.
Hugo shoots in for a takedown but Ortiz shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hugo tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ortiz manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Ortiz throws a counter combo.
Hugo fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hugo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Colby Ortiz dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Hugo darts in looking for a takedown but Ortiz gets double underhooks and turns Hugo into the cage.
Ortiz throws a counter combo.
Hugo shoots and misses #TD2#
and Ortiz decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Hugo's guard.
Hugo could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Ortiz trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ortiz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ortiz stopping the sweep attempt from Hugo.
Hugo on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hugo tries to get out of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We've been informed that Ortiz has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Ortiz scoring with punches to the head and body. #T1#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ortiz's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ortiz content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ortiz 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.
Hugo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ortiz on the ground.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ortiz accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Colby Ortiz has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ortiz scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ortiz stays in close to Hugo's body and controls the position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Ortiz's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hugo shoots for a takedown but Ortiz saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ortiz is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mateus Hugo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Hugo with a poor takedown #TD2#
and Ortiz counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Ortiz sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortiz with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ortiz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
More stalling from Ortiz.#T3#
Ortiz is working Hugo over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ortiz pushing down on Hugo's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ortiz is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ortiz lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Ortiz sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ortiz connects with a nice short shot to Hugo's temple.
Ortiz 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. Ortiz connects with a nice short shot to Hugo's temple.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ortiz wants to pass the guard but Hugo is defending well.
Hugo has hold of Ortiz's hands but Ortiz slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Colby Ortiz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Hugo tries to close the distance and clinch but Ortiz swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ortiz is looking for the big counter here.
Hugo shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ortiz pinned against the cage. Ortiz gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ortiz avoids the head kick by Hugo.
Ortiz unleashes a big counter combination but Hugo bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Hugo shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ortiz but Ortiz pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ortiz lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Hugo drives through with a takedown into guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Hugo wants to pass the guard but Ortiz is keeping the position.
Ortiz wants to stand but Hugo is controlling the position.
Hugo throws a big elbow that misses.
Ortiz wants to stand up but Hugo is controlling him.
Ortiz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hugo postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ortiz is looking to stand up but Hugo isn't so interested in that idea.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Hugo throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD2#
and Ortiz counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T2#
Hugo being controlled here, momentarily.
Ortiz postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Ortiz sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ortiz with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Ortiz lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ortiz lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ortiz looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hugo wants to hit a switch here but Ortiz passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Hugo there!
Ortiz postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Hugo looks a forlorn figure.
#ROC2#
Hugo is rocked!#T4#
Ortiz postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Hugo badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Ortiz around the waist but Ortiz pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Ortiz is the winner by TKO! Ortiz jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Colby Ortiz!
Post fight, an emotional Colby Ortiz said '" Donald Trump is the true American hero and I'm his assassin. Tonight I proved that. Get off the tracks when Colby is coming through!! Choo choo mfer!!"'.
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Event:
SMASH: Barbosa vs McFee
Date: Jan 18, 2020 |
#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Alan.
Ortiz wants to counter with a clinch but Alan pushes him away.
Alan fails in his attempt to clinch.
Ortiz is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Alan.
Alan tries to clinch up.
Ortiz is looking for the big counter here.
Alan tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ortiz defends well and Alan ends up having to push Ortiz into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dick Alan. 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.
Alan looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL#
Alan moves into range and clinches up with Ortiz.#T1##TD#
Alan pulls guard.
Ortiz postures up and lands a big shot to Alan's brow.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ortiz's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Alan working for a triangle but Ortiz defends it easily.
Ortiz landing with the ground and pound.
Ortiz controlling from the top position. #T2#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortiz slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Ortiz controlling the position from side mount. #T3#
Ortiz scoring with punches from side control.
Ortiz controls the position from side control.
Ortiz is chipping away with strikes.
Alan is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ortiz scores with punches from side control. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Alan being controlled for a moment.
Alan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ortiz lands an elbow.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Alan on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Ortiz cracks Alan with an elbow. That is naaassty.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Colby Ortiz dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Ortiz circles away from the clinch attempt#TD2#
so Ortiz counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortiz passes Alan's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Ortiz with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ortiz is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ortiz lands a nice short elbow.
Alan knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ortiz on the ground.
Ortiz seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Ortiz scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#ROC2#
Alan is rocked!#T1#
Ortiz lands a big elbow - Alan is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Ortiz!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Colby Ortiz!
In his post fight interview, Colby Ortiz gave a big smile as he said '" Donald Trump is the true American hero and I'm his assassin. Tonight I proved that. Get off the tracks when Colby is coming through!! Choo choo mfer!!"'.
In defeat, Dick Alan stepped up to the mic, saying 'Fuck'.
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Event:
WCF 3: Santana vs Hradek
Date: Dec 28, 2019 |
#R1#
A Jani shoots in but Ortiz avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ortiz steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from A Jani.
A Jani fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
Ortiz shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Ortiz was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Ortiz in side control lands a decent elbow.
A Jani on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if A Jani tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Ortiz is trying to get an arm triangle but A Jani is defending well. #SU2#
Ortiz decides to stand up, so the ref orders A Jani to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz misses with a few strikes there.
#T1#
A Jani shoots in looking for a takedown. Ortiz tries to sprawl out of it but A Jani keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ortiz manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ki A Jani. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
A Jani has managed to clinch.
Still in the clinch, A Jani scores with a nice short uppercut.
A Jani misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ortiz.
A Jani fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD2#
Ortiz pulls guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortiz managing to control the position.
Ortiz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
Ortiz is pulling down on A Jani's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
A Jani avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
A Jani is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Ortiz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
A Jani throws a strike but Ortiz rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Ortiz wants to stand but A Jani is controlling his posture from full guard.
Ortiz engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Ortiz with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ortiz throwing strikes from guard but A Jani blocks nicely.
Ortiz's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ortiz throws a big right hand that misses.
Ortiz won't allow A Jani to get back to his feet.
Ortiz looking to pass the guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ortiz stops A Jani from standing up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
A Jani clinches.
Ortiz tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A Jani working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A Jani prevents Ortiz from breaking the clinch.
Ortiz is looking to control A Jani's arms but A Jani gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ortiz has his back to the cage.
A Jani working aggressively here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A Jani tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
A Jani breaks from the clinch.
#TD2#
Ortiz shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. A Jani is trying to defend but Ortiz finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
A Jani is trying to escape back to his feet but Ortiz uses the scramble to pass into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Colby Ortiz dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD2#
Ortiz changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. A Jani looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Ortiz remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Ortiz working the head with strikes.
Ortiz misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Ortiz in side control, just content to control the action for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
A Jani is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Ortiz has just dragged him back down to the mat.
A lull in the action here.
Ortiz scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at A Jani to see if he's OK.
A Jani prevents Ortiz from improving position.
Ortiz slows the pace down. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Ortiz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ortiz is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt A Jani will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A Jani avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T3##CL#
A Jani forces Ortiz back against the cage and clinches.
A Jani lands with a left to the head. #BC#
A Jani escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ortiz shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ki A Jani seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
A Jani has Ortiz up against the cage in a clinch.
Ortiz prevents a body shot from A Jani.
Ortiz is trying to pull guard but A Jani turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
A Jani avoiding damage as Ortiz throws knees to the body.
Ortiz taking a breather.
Ortiz has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by A Jani after a bit of a struggle.
Ki A Jani has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Colby Ortiz.
Still in the clinch, A Jani scores with a nice short uppercut.
A Jani swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T4#
A Jani is trying to pull guard but Ortiz turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
I was talking to A Jani's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC#
A Jani breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
A Jani gets a clinch.
A Jani swings wildly with an uppercut but Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ortiz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ortiz has A Jani pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. A Jani manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A Jani has a couple of punches blocked by Ortiz.
Ortiz tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. A Jani smiles and moves away.
#CL#
A Jani moves into the clinch successfully.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A Jani wants to take the fight to the mat but Ortiz manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ki A Jani dominated that second round.
That's time! A Jani's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
A Jani forces Ortiz back against the cage and clinches.
A Jani tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A Jani stalling the fight.
A Jani misses with a short punch on the inside.
A Jani working aggressively here.
A Jani has Ortiz pressed against the cage.
Ortiz is trying to push A Jani away but A Jani has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A Jani is trying to pull guard but Ortiz turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A Jani fails to pull guard.
A Jani can't find room to land a body shot as Ortiz controls the action.
#TD#
A Jani drags the fight down to the ground.
Ortiz stops A Jani from standing up. #T1#
Ortiz throwing strikes from guard but A Jani blocks nicely.
Ortiz sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ortiz is looking to stand up but A Jani won't let him.
Ortiz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. A Jani swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ortiz avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A Jani is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A Jani is looking to clinch but Ortiz is avoiding it.
A Jani tries to clinch there but Ortiz circles away.
#TD2#
Ortiz shoots in and gets a takedown into A Jani's guard.
Ortiz is stalling in the full guard.
Ortiz throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Ortiz sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed A Jani's guard.
A Jani is trying to stand back up but Ortiz is controlling him
#SUB2#
A Jani is defending against the submission attempts here by Ortiz.
Ortiz working over A Jani with some ground and pound. A Jani looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ortiz lands a nice short elbow.
Ortiz tries to pass the half guard into mount. A Jani knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ortiz is taking a breather. A Jani says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
A Jani tries to kick Ortiz off but Ortiz keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Ortiz perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
A Jani knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ortiz on the ground.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A Jani tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ortiz paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ortiz changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
Ortiz bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Colby Ortiz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ortiz 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 Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Colby Ortiz!
Colby Ortiz looked relieved post fight as he said the following; '" Donald Trump is the true American hero and I'm his assassin. Tonight I proved that. Get off the tracks when Colby is coming through!! Choo choo mfer!!"'.
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