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Event:
SYN 1069 Stark vs Stonk II
Date: May 10, 2024 |
#R1#
Saqqaf lands a jab-cross combination.
Jab, jab by Omarov - just one landing.
Saqqaf just misses with a punch to the body.
Good leg kick by Omarov.
Saqqaf walks into a jab.
Omarov tries to bum rush Saqqaf with a series of wild strikes but Saqqaf uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A counter left hand to the body from Saqqaf misses its target.
Omarov throws a lazy right hand but Saqqaf sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Omarov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Saqqaf fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Omarov checks it well.
Saqqaf takes a swing at Omarov's ribcage but misses.
Saqqaf misses with a wild body shot.
Omarov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Saqqaf defends it nicely.
Omarov cracks Saqqaf with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Saqqaf throws a quick inside leg kick.
Omarov throws a right hand that misses
and Saqqaf counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Saqqaf misses the jab.#T1#
Saqqaf motions for Omarov to come forward. Saqqaf throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Omarov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Saqqaf works over Omarov's head and body with a nice combination.
Omarov throws a low kick, looking for Saqqaf's leg but Saqqaf calmly moves out of range.
Saqqaf takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Omarov.
Omarov moves away from the strike by Saqqaf.
Omarov misses with a combination
enabling Saqqaf to counter with a crisp jab.
A swing and a miss from Saqqaf.
Saqqaf attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Saqqaf looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Saqqaf tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Omarov is able to avoid easily.
Omarov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Saqqaf digs a good hook to Omarov's body.
Saqqaf scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Saqqaf lands a leg kick that knocks Omarov off balance momentarily.
Saqqaf fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Omarov manages to avoid it.
Omarov has a takedown stuffed.#T2#
Saqqaf throws the kick towards the body but Omarov avoids it.
A jab from Omarov does it's job there.
Saqqaf fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Saqqaf throws a leg kick
and Omarov counters with a stiff right hand.
Omarov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Omarov tries to land a leg kick but Saqqaf saw it coming and moves away.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Omarov checks a leg kick.
Waheed Saqqaf is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Saqqaf throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Saqqaf throws out a leg kick but Omarov moves out of range and Saqqaf only half commits.
Saqqaf lands a jab to the head.
Omarov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Saqqaf misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Omarov.
Saqqaf tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Omarov was well out of range. Poor timing from Saqqaf.
Omarov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A jab from Omarov misses. #TD2#
Omarov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Saqqaf looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Saqqaf manages to work his way to half guard, despite Omarov's best efforts.#SUB2#
Omarov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T3#
Saqqaf is looking to improve his position.
Saqqaf is working hard here to advance position.
Saqqaf moves into full guard.
Saqqaf keeping moving, preventing Omarov from controlling successfully.
Omarov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Saqqaf is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Omarov throwing strikes but missing.
Omarov preventing the sweep.
Omarov postures up.
Saqqaf preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Omarov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Omarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Saqqaf is keeping the position for now.
Omarov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Omarov is working Saqqaf over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Saqqaf is trying to control the position but Omarov postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Waheed Saqqaf will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Omarov swings for the body but Saqqaf moves out of range.
Saqqaf was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nice uppercut there from Omarov.
Omarov throws a half hearted mid kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Omarov, as that shot connected.
Waheed Saqqaf is winning the standup battle so far.
Omarov lands with a good body shot.
Saqqaf is looking to wear down Omarov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Saqqaf darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Omarov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Omarov moves out of range of the body kick from Saqqaf.
Omarov moves out of range of the body kick.
Saqqaf will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
The fighters circling - Omarov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Omarov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Omarov fails to land with a series of punches.
Saqqaf seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Saqqaf tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Omarov was well out of range. Poor timing from Saqqaf.
Omarov cracks a nice hook into Saqqaf's ribs.
Omarov looks to throw the jab but Saqqaf is out of range.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Omarov crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Saqqaf - the referee stops the clock and Omarov gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Saqqaf. Omarov manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Omarov misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Omarov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Saqqaf moves away.
Saqqaf half committed to a counter leg kick.
Saqqaf connects with a body shot that sends Omarov's belly button to the back.
Omarov checks a low kick from Saqqaf.
Saqqaf just misses with a punch to the body.
Omarov's corner calls for a 1-2. Omarov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Omarov throws an off balance right hand
and Saqqaf finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Saqqaf misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Omarov.
Saqqaf throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Omarov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Saqqaf throws a body punch but Omarov moves out of range. #TD2#
Saqqaf gets caught napping as Omarov dives in and scores a takedown. Saqqaf manages to retain guard.#SUB#
Saqqaf working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Omarov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Saqqaf is tightening it up a little... Omarov has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Omarov reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Omarov taps out! Nice BJJ there by Saqqaf!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Waheed Saqqaf! |
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Event:
SYN 1064 Diggs vs McCarthy
Date: Mar 29, 2024 |
#R1#
A low kick from Saqqaf misses
letting Macaco counter with a right hand. #CUT#It looks like Waheed Saqqaf has been cut.
Macaco with the inside leg kick.
Macaco blocks a leg kick.
Macaco attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Macaco avoids a punch combination nicely.
Macaco connects with a jab.
Saqqaf throws a leg kick that is checked
and Macaco makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Macaco looks to land a left hand but Saqqaf moved out of range nicely.
Macaco misses with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A good leg kick by Macaco.
We've been informed that Saqqaf has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Saqqaf throws a push kick but Macaco slaps the foot to one side.
Saqqaf throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Saqqaf takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Saqqaf throws a head kick that misses
and Macaco cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Macaco throws a right hand that misses
and Saqqaf counters with a right hand to the body.
Saqqaf throws a leg kick
and Macaco counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Macaco connects with a solid leg kick. #KD#
Macaco sends Saqqaf crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Macaco is motioning to the referee to let Saqqaf up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#Saqqaf is rocked!
Saqqaf misses with a body punch
and Macaco counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Diego Macaco!
Our winner, Diego Macaco, 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:
SYN 1061 Diggs vs Ilmarinen
Date: Mar 08, 2024 |
#R1#
Hicks blocks a head kick by Saqqaf.
Saqqaf looks to land a left hand but Hicks moved out of range nicely.
Saqqaf throws a leg kick that misses.
Saqqaf lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CUT2#It looks like Clive Hicks has been cut.
Hicks blocks a head kick by Saqqaf.
Saqqaf swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Waheed Saqqaf seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Saqqaf dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hicks. That did some damage!
Hicks throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Saqqaf throws a big shot that misses.
Hicks changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Saqqaf misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saqqaf throws a body punch but Hicks moves out of range.
Saqqaf throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD#
Hicks shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Saqqaf manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Hicks postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Hicks distracts Saqqaf with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Saqqaf trying to keep a closed guard but Hicks is proving a slippery customer.
Hicks looking to pass the guard.
Hicks lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Saqqaf looking for subs off his back but Hicks has passed one foot through into half guard.
Hicks lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Saqqaf manages to get to full guard.
Saqqaf wants to sweep here but Hicks controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Hicks pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Saqqaf is keeping the position for now.
Hicks trying to control the position from guard on top but Saqqaf is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Hicks got a little sloppy there for a moment and Saqqaf has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hicks has managed to get both his arms back between Saqqaf's legs - danger averted.
Hicks cracks Saqqaf with a solid left hand.
Saqqaf trying to control the position.
Hicks scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Saqqaf trying to control the position.
Hicks landing with the ground and pound.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hicks trying to control but Saqqaf is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB2#
Saqqaf looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hicks passes into half guard.
Saqqaf makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Saqqaf.#SUB2#
Saqqaf is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hicks's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Hicks is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hicks lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Saqqaf wants to sweep here but Hicks controlling him for the moment.
Saqqaf trying to control the position.
Hicks is working Saqqaf over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T4#
Saqqaf 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#
Hicks trying to hold on to Saqqaf's head to control him but Saqqaf postures up.
My spies in Final Mile inform me that Saqqaf has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hicks is controlling Saqqaf's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Hicks trying to control here.
Saqqaf takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Hicks is defending against the submission attempts here by Saqqaf.
Hicks makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hicks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Clive Hicks will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Clive Hicks's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Hicks looks to land a left hand but Saqqaf moved out of range nicely.
Hicks has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hicks there as he acknowledges the shot.
Hicks punishes Saqqaf's body with a nice straight punch.
Saqqaf pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Saqqaf walks into a straight right hand from Hicks.
Hicks dodges the punch combination from Saqqaf.
Hicks looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hicks with a nice cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saqqaf throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hicks wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Saqqaf looks to throw the jab but Hicks is out of range.
Saqqaf ducks under a wild hook from Hicks.
Waheed Saqqaf seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hicks looks to throw the jab but Saqqaf is out of range.
Saqqaf throws out a leg kick but Hicks moves out of range and Saqqaf only half commits.
Hicks seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T1#
Saqqaf throws a good cross that connects.
Hicks doesn't manage to clinch there - Saqqaf circles away.
Hicks misses with a wild body shot.
Saqqaf looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Saqqaf throws a shot from downtown. Hicks moves away and avoids it.
Hicks changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Hicks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#CL#
Hicks clinches up with Saqqaf and pushes him back against the cage.
Hicks prevents a body shot from Saqqaf.
Saqqaf tries to throw a body punch but Hicks avoids it by throwing Saqqaf back against the cage. #TD2#
Saqqaf manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Hicks landing some decent shots from guard.
Hicks distracts Saqqaf with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Saqqaf looking to control.
Hicks trying to control the position from guard on top but Saqqaf is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hicks is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Saqqaf is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T2#
Saqqaf working a defensive guard here.
Hicks with a nice head shot there.
Saqqaf has momentary wrist control but Hicks slips an elbow through the middle.
Saqqaf looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hicks working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Saqqaf's head.#SUB2#
Saqqaf looking for a guillotine here but Hicks defends easily.
#SUB2#
Saqqaf has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hicks can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hicks content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T3#
Saqqaf trying to keep a closed guard but Hicks is proving a slippery customer.
Hicks scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Hicks with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hicks might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hicks postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hicks working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Saqqaf's head.#SUB2#
Hicks got a little sloppy there for a moment and Saqqaf has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hicks has managed to get both his arms back between Saqqaf's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Saqqaf has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hicks can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hicks cracks Saqqaf with a solid left hand.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hicks's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T4#
Hicks scoring with some ground and pound.
Hicks working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Saqqaf's head.
Saqqaf keeping full guard, as Hicks tries to pass.
Saqqaf has momentary wrist control but Hicks slips an elbow through the middle.
Saqqaf is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Saqqaf is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Hicks seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hicks wants to sweep but no luck.
Hicks has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Clive Hicks overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Saqqaf sitting in guard, not really doing much.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Clive Hicks dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Clive Hicks'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. 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#
Saqqaf misses with a head kick.
Hicks misses with a hook.
Saqqaf tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Saqqaf lands a nice looking body shot.
A head kick by Saqqaf misses #TD#
and Hicks counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Saqqaf has momentary wrist control but Hicks slips an elbow through the middle.
Hicks works over Saqqaf with some ground and pound from guard.
Hicks has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Hicks is working Saqqaf over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Hicks working some strikes from top position.
Saqqaf has momentary wrist control but Hicks slips an elbow through the middle.
Hicks lands a couple of elbows.
Hicks connects with a couple of short punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hicks's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Hicks makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#ROC#Saqqaf is rocked!#T1#
Hicks is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Saqqaf is still in real trouble! Can Hicks finish him?
Hicks lands a couple of digs.
Hicks looking to pass the guard.
Hicks controlling from the top position.
Saqqaf lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Saqqaf pushes down on Hicks's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Saqqaf seems to have recovered his senses.
Hicks makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hicks.
Hicks keeping moving, preventing Saqqaf from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Saqqaf drops back looking for a leg! Hicks is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hicks manages to kick Saqqaf off! Saqqaf jumps back into Hicks's guard.
Clive Hicks is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Saqqaf preventing the sweep.
Hicks controlling the position.
Saqqaf passes Hicks's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Saqqaf is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Saqqaf in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Hicks tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Saqqaf!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Waheed Saqqaf! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 17, 2024 |
#R1#
Alexander is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Saqqaf bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Alexander fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Saqqaf avoids it really well and circles away.
Waheed Saqqaf seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alexander attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Saqqaf stuffs the takedown attempt from Alexander. Alexander gets slowly back to his feet.
Nice body punch from Saqqaf.
Saqqaf misses with a jab, cross combination.
Alexander takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alexander wants to clinch.
A quick step to the side and Saqqaf tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Saqqaf lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T1##KD#
Saqqaf lands a big head kick that sends Alexander tumbling to the mat! Saqqaf takes a step backwards and waves Alexander back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Alexander is rocked!
Alexander walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Alexander is still on wobbly legs! Can Saqqaf finish him?
Saqqaf fakes the leg kick and cracks Alexander in the body.
Saqqaf throws a powerful right kick. Alexander tried to block low but the kick was high! Alexander was taken right off of his feet! Saqqaf jumps in to finish the job and the ref tackles him! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Waheed Saqqaf! |
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Event:
CFC 628
Date: Dec 31, 2023 |
#R1#
Greyvine throws a hook to the side of Saqqaf's head but Saqqaf sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Greyvine looks to land a combination but Saqqaf avoids it well.
Saqqaf throws a body shot but no joy.
Greyvine looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Saqqaf ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Saqqaf pivots, looking for a leg kick but Greyvine is out of range and Saqqaf settles back down.
Greyvine moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A head kick misses from Saqqaf.
Greyvine throws out a loose jab but Saqqaf uses good head movement to avoid it.
Saqqaf avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Saqqaf throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Greyvine stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Greyvine slips under a jab from Saqqaf.
Greyvine uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Greyvine slips under a jab.
Saqqaf uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Greyvine.
Saqqaf scores with a head kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Greyvine lands a nice looking body shot.
Greyvine misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Saqqaf.
Saqqaf looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Saqqaf moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#ROC2#Greyvine is rocked!#T1#
Saqqaf lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Greyvine falls backwards - clearly groggy! Saqqaf dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Waheed Saqqaf! |
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Event:
APEX 12
Date: Nov 26, 2023 |
#R1#
Porto stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Saqqaf.
Nice body punch from Saqqaf.
Saqqaf slips a jab from Porto.
Saqqaf scores with a head kick.
Porto connects with a jab.
Porto connects with the punch.
Porto lands a glancing blow to the side of Saqqaf's head.
Porto shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Good exchange - Saqqaf coming out on top.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice jab there from Porto.
Saqqaf throws a leg kick which misses Porto's front leg but catches the back leg as Porto tries to avoid it.
Porto connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Saqqaf momentarily.
#TD#
Porto feints and as Saqqaf raises his hands in defense, Porto changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Saqqaf has control of Porto's left arm, preventing Porto from doing any damage.
Porto lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Porto tries to free his leg and advance position but Saqqaf is retaining full guard. #T1#
Porto content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Saqqaf is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Saqqaf is looking for a triangle but Porto pushes his legs off easily.
Porto working some strikes from top position.
Porto throws an elbow that misses. Saqqaf uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Porto's guard. Nice move by Saqqaf!#REVB#
My spies in Final Mile inform me that Saqqaf has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Porto looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Saqqaf controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Saqqaf got a little sloppy there for a moment and Porto has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Saqqaf has managed to get both his arms back between Porto's legs - danger averted.#T2#
Porto tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Saqqaf trying to control but Porto is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Saqqaf got a little sloppy there for a moment and Porto has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Saqqaf has managed to get both his arms back between Porto's legs - danger averted.
Porto wants to sweep here but Saqqaf controlling him for the moment.
Porto keeping moving, preventing Saqqaf from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Saqqaf content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Porto has locked up a guillotine! Porto's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Saqqaf is holding on here and Porto must be using up a lot of energy. Saqqaf has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Porto gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Nero Porto!
After winning the bout, Nero Porto 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:
APEX 5
Date: Oct 08, 2023 |
#R1#
Saqqaf misses with a few strikes there.
Saqqaf scoring well with a low kick there.
#TD#
Saqqaf gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Saqqaf looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Saqqaf manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bakarow manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Bakarow keeping moving, preventing Saqqaf from controlling successfully.
Bakarow trying to control the position.
Bakarow definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakarow keeping moving, preventing Saqqaf from controlling successfully. #T1#
My spies in Ludus Magnus inform me that Saqqaf has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Saqqaf looking to pass the guard.
Saqqaf prevents Bakarow from getting back to his feet.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Saqqaf scores with a kick to the midsection.
Bakarow fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bakarow has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Saqqaf.
Saqqaf throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Bakarow walks into a stiff left hand from Saqqaf.#ROC2#Bakarow is rocked!
Bakarow throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Oh Bakarow is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Saqqaf ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Bakarow's jaw. Bakarow's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Saqqaf does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Waheed Saqqaf! |
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Event:
APEX 2
Date: Sep 16, 2023 |
#R1##CL#
Novak takes the fight into the clinch.
Saqqaf tries to work over Novak's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Novak content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Saqqaf has Novak pushed against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Saqqaf is leaning against Novak and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Novak tries to land knees in the clinch but Saqqaf avoids the damage to the body.
We've been informed that Saqqaf has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Saqqaf trying to stall but Novak improves his position.
Novak stalling in the clinch.
Novak looking to throw knees to the head but Saqqaf is blocking nicely.
Novak misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Saqqaf.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Novak is trying to drag Saqqaf to the mat but Saqqaf just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Saqqaf doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1#
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Saqqaf as Novak tries to tie him up. #TD#
Novak has clasped his hands together around Saqqaf's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
We've been hearing good reports from Novak'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.
Saqqaf is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Novak's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Novak controlling the pace.
Saqqaf wants to get back to full guard.
Novak working Saqqaf over with strikes.
Saqqaf taking some punishment here, with Novak in his half guard.
Ground and pound from Novak.
Saqqaf is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Novak's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Novak's back!#SUB2#
Novak showing good submission defense here.
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!
Novak rolls, trying to escape but Saqqaf keeps control of the position.
#T2#
Novak tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB2#
Saqqaf is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Novak to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Novak shrugs it off.
Novak regains half guard.
Novak wants to improve his position but Saqqaf is controlling well.
Novak is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Novak manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Saqqaf wants to control from the top but Novak keeps moving.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Saqqaf stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Novak swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Saqqaf trying to control the position from guard on top but Novak is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Novak wants to hit a sweep here but Saqqaf passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Novak there!
Novak is desperately trying to improve his position but Saqqaf has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB2#
Saqqaf looking for a guillotine from mount but Novak is having none of it.
Saqqaf tries to control but Novak wriggling away.
Novak manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Novak is looking to improve his position.
Saqqaf trying to mount his opponent but Novak defends it. #T4##SUB#
Novak looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Saqqaf seems to be working for a kimura but Novak defends the submission attempt.
Novak keeping hold of Saqqaf's head, controlling as best he can.
Novak moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Saqqaf is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Novak is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Novak has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Alfonz Novak dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Novak throws a jab when Saqqaf was well out of range.
Saqqaf throws out a counter right but Novak avoids it with no problem.
Novak is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Saqqaf can do to turn this around?
Saqqaf throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Novak is looking to clinch but Saqqaf is avoiding it.
Novak avoids the body shot from Saqqaf.
#TD#
Novak closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Novak is pressing down on Saqqaf's thigh, looking to free his foot. Saqqaf is holding on for now.
Saqqaf is looking to improve his position.
Novak trying to control the action but Saqqaf is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Novak 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.
Saqqaf gets back to full guard.
Novak has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Saqqaf keeping moving, preventing Novak from controlling successfully. #T1#
Novak pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Saqqaf is keeping the position for now.
Novak preventing the sweep.
Novak engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Saqqaf working for a triangle but Novak defends it easily.
Novak wants to pass the guard but Saqqaf is keeping the position.
Saqqaf working a defensive guard here.
Alfonz Novak overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Saqqaf bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Novak's guard. #REVB#
Novak keeping moving, preventing Saqqaf from controlling successfully.
Saqqaf preventing the sweep.
Novak bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Saqqaf's guard. #REVR#
Novak won't allow Saqqaf to sweep him here.
Novak sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3##SUB2#
Saqqaf had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Novak defends it easily.
Novak wants to control from the top but Saqqaf keeps moving.
Novak scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Novak scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Novak landing with the ground and pound.
Novak trying to control but Saqqaf is working from the bottom.
Novak content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Saqqaf trying to keep a closed guard but Novak is proving a slippery customer.
#T4#
Novak keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Saqqaf's head.
Saqqaf looking to hit a scissor sweep but Novak is one step ahead there.
Novak working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Saqqaf trying to keep a closed guard but Novak is proving a slippery customer.
Novak won't allow Saqqaf to sweep him here.
Saqqaf can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Novak controls the pace.
Novak scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Novak stays in close to Saqqaf's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Saqqaf is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Alfonz Novak dominated that second round.
That's time! Novak's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Novak misses with a body shot.
Novak scores with a jab to the body.
Saqqaf throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL#
Novak gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Saqqaf tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Novak smiles and moves away.
Saqqaf throws a solid leg kick but Novak takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Saqqaf.
Novak is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL#
Novak has Saqqaf up against the cage in a clinch.
Saqqaf stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saqqaf managing to block the knees to the body from Novak.
Saqqaf looking to slow down the pace here.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Novak tries to score a body lock takedown but Saqqaf shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T1#
Saqqaf is looking to control Novak's arms but Novak gets an underhook and turns him. Now Saqqaf has his back to the cage.
Saqqaf is looking to control Novak's arms but Novak gets an underhook and turns him. Now Saqqaf has his back to the cage. #TD#
Novak turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Novak lands a decent elbow from side control.
Novak landing a few strikes.
Saqqaf sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Novak is trying to control. Saqqaf wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Novak scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Novak working the head and body with strikes.
Novak looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Saqqaf with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #ROC#Saqqaf is rocked!
Saqqaf manages to get to full guard.
Saqqaf is still in real trouble! Can Novak finish him?
Saqqaf manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Novak manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Saqqaf seems to have recovered his senses.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Saqqaf trying to control the position from guard on top but Novak is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Saqqaf preventing the sweep.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Novak is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Novak is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Saqqaf escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Novak gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Novak wants to control from the top but Saqqaf keeps moving.
Novak tries to free his leg and advance position but Saqqaf is retaining full guard.
Saqqaf keeping moving, preventing Novak from controlling successfully.
Novak lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Novak stands up over Saqqaf, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Novak lands a couple of elbows.
Novak throws a strike but Saqqaf rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Saqqaf slips nicely into half guard.
Novak wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Novak is defending against the submission attempts here by Saqqaf.
Novak wants to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Waheed Saqqaf has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alfonz Novak is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alfonz Novak showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Novak, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alfonz Novak! |
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Event:
SMFL 22 - Duran vs. Kardi
Date: Aug 26, 2023 |
#R1##CL#
Read has closed the distance and engaged Saqqaf in a clinch.
Saqqaf avoiding damage as Read throws knees to the body.
A short body shot lands from Saqqaf as the two fighters clinch.
Saqqaf tries to throw a body punch but Read avoids it by throwing Saqqaf back against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Saqqaf managing to block the knees to the body from Read.
Read is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Read can't find room to land a body shot as Saqqaf controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Read using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Saqqaf has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
The referee is keeping an eye on Saqqaf - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Saqqaf pressing his opponent against the cage.
Saqqaf's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T1#
Saqqaf tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Read's elbow.
Saqqaf looking to slow down the pace here.
Read is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Saqqaf is defending well for now.
Read is stalling here.
Saqqaf misses with a hook to the ribs.
Read stalling against the cage.
Saqqaf tries to pull guard but Read won't allow it.
Saqqaf jumps guard but Read stands there with Saqqaf around his waist. Saqqaf gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Saqqaf jumps guard but Read stands there with Saqqaf around his waist. Saqqaf gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Jay Read has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Waheed Saqqaf.
Saqqaf has Read pushed against the cage.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Saqqaf misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Saqqaf tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Read tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Saqqaf avoids it.
Saqqaf misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've been informed that Saqqaf has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Read throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Saqqafs head.
Nice body punch from Saqqaf.
Read looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Read stalls.
Saqqaf fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Read is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Saqqaf is defending well for now.
Saqqaf on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Saqqaf misses with a punch to the body.
Saqqaf tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Read slowing the pace effectively.#T3#
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Saqqaf is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Read with a knee to the head.
#CUT#It looks like Waheed Saqqaf has been cut.
Read putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Saqqaf in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Read is stalling here.
Saqqaf is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Read is keeping busy.
Read scores a nice knee to the body.
Read displaying some good clinch control by pressing Saqqaf up against the cage.
Saqqaf stalling in the clinch but Read improves position. #T4#
Saqqaf letting Read take a breather here.
Read stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Read lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Saqqaf stalling in the clinch but Read improves position.
Read with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Read misses with a knee to the head.
Saqqaf tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Read unloads a knee to the mid-section. Saqqaf lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Read leaning against his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Read trying to land knees to the body.
Read comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jay Read dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Waheed Saqqaf's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL#
Read has managed to clinch.
Saqqaf misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Read slowing the pace effectively.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Read tries to land knees in the clinch but Saqqaf avoids the damage to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for Read.
Come on Saqqaf - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Read misses with an elbow over the top.
Jay Read has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Saqqaf jumps guard but Read turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Read dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Read missing with knees to the body.
Read is struggling to control the position.
Saqqaf struggles to land a body shot inside as Read controls his hands.
#T1#
Saqqaf tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Saqqaf leaning against his opponent.
Read misses with a hook to the ribs.
Read prevents a body shot from Saqqaf.
Saqqaf misses with a punch to the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Read - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Read creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Saqqaf's defenses.
Read really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Saqqaf letting Read take a breather here.
Read with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Saqqaf tries a body shot but Read blocks it.
Saqqaf is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Saqqaf stalling in the clinch but Read improves position.
Saqqaf is trying to slow the pace down but that's a couple of times in a row that he's tried to get underhooks and Read has denied him.#T2#
Read tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Saqqaf taking a breather.
Read unloads a knee to the mid-section. Saqqaf lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Read lands a body punch.
Read holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Saqqaf is trying to maintain a safe position but Read gets an underhook and turns Saqqaf into the cage.
Read connects with a knee to the head.
Read tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Read misses with a hook to the ribs.
Read stalling the fight.
Read missing with knees to the body.
Read using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Saqqaf stalls.
Saqqaf wants to stall.
#T3#
Read content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Saqqaf tries to pull guard but Read forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Saqqaf tries a body shot but Read blocks it.
Read stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Read scores with a shoulder strike.
Saqqaf is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Saqqaf doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Read prevents a body shot from Saqqaf.
Read just leaning against Saqqaf, taking a breather.
Read avoiding damage.
#T4#
Read effectively controlling the action here.
Read tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Read taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Saqqaf looking to stall.
Saqqaf throws a punch but it's blocked by Read.
Saqqaf letting Read take a breather here.
Read tries a knee to the head but Saqqaf blocks it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Saqqaf misses with the head strike.
Read tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Saqqaf's elbow.
Saqqaf tries to pull guard but Read won't allow it.
Jay Read has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Waheed Saqqaf.
Saqqaf has a couple of punches blocked by Read.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jay Read dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Waheed Saqqaf's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Saqqaf circles away from the clinch attempt.
Read looks to clinch
and Saqqaf counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Read displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Saqqaf throws out the jab.
Saqqaf misses with a hook.#CL#
Read moves into the clinch.
Saqqaf misses with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Read.
Read is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Saqqaf can do to turn this around?
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
The referee is keeping an eye on Saqqaf - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saqqaf is pushing Read up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Read with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#T1#
Saqqaf has a couple of punches blocked by Read.
Saqqaf trying to stall but Read improves his position.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Read prevents a body shot from Saqqaf.
Saqqaf fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Read is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Read is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Saqqaf is defending well for now.
Saqqaf tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Read just stands there and leans against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Saqqaf looking to slow down the pace here.
Saqqaf is trying to pull guard but Read has him pressed against the cage.
Jay Read has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Waheed Saqqaf.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Read is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Read tries to land a knee to the head but Saqqaf blocks with his arms.
Read stalling against the cage.
Read is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Read'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.
Saqqaf fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Saqqaf is trying to stall.
#T3#
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Saqqaf slowing the pace effectively.
Read trying to land knees to the body.
Read utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Read misses with a knee strike.
The referee is keeping an eye on Read - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Read stalling the fight.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Jay Read.
Saqqaf swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Read counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Read clinches with his opponent.
#T4#
Read pressing his opponent against the cage.
Read lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #TD2#
Saqqaf drags the fight down to the ground.
Read would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Saqqaf lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Read wants to stand but Saqqaf is controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Waheed Saqqaf has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jay Read is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jay Read showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Read, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jay Read! |
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Event:
SMFL 19 - Hunt vs. O Brien 2
Date: Jul 15, 2023 |
#R1#
Saqqaf throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Saqqaf just misses with a punch to the body.
Greyvine misses with a looping left.
Saqqaf has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Greyvine is landing a low percentage of strikes.
A head kick by Saqqaf misses
and Greyvine counters with a nice uppercut. #KD2#
Saqqaf drops Greyvine with a beautiful combination! Greyvine stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Saqqaf is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Greyvine is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Chance Greyvine has been cut.
Saqqaf walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Oh Greyvine is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT#It looks like Waheed Saqqaf has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#KD#
Greyvine cracks Saqqaf with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Greyvine has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Saqqaf to stand back up!#ROC#Saqqaf is rocked!
Chance Greyvine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Crack! Saqqaf connects with the perfect overhand right and Greyvine falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Saqqaf!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Waheed Saqqaf! |
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Event:
SMFL 15 - Chretien vs. Raikov
Date: May 20, 2023 |
#R1#
Saqqaf with a nice calf kick.
Saqqaf fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Fallas checks it well.
Fallas uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Saqqaf.
A jab from Saqqaf misses.
Saqqaf throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Saqqaf throws the kick towards the body but Fallas avoids it.
Saqqaf connects with a body shot that sends Fallas's belly button to the back.
Saqqaf uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Fallas has time to react.
Saqqaf misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Fallas counters with a shoot takedown. Saqqaf fights it but they end up in guard.
Saqqaf is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Saqqaf keeping full guard, as Fallas tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fallas works over Saqqaf with some ground and pound from guard.#T1#
Saqqaf is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Saqqaf has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fallas can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Fallas preventing the sweep.
Saqqaf is trying to keep Fallas in close.
Fallas distracts Saqqaf with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Fallas wants to control from the top but Saqqaf keeps moving.
Fallas is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Fallas won't allow Saqqaf to sweep him here.
Saqqaf is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Saqqaf is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Fallas defends well.#T2#
Saqqaf tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Saqqaf looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Fallas landing with the ground and pound.
Fallas is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Saqqaf tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Fallas working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Saqqaf has his foot on Fallas's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Fallas works his way back into a safe position though.
Fallas trying to control the position from guard on top but Saqqaf is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fallas's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Fallas trying to control but Saqqaf is working from the bottom.
Saqqaf has momentary wrist control but Fallas slips an elbow through the middle.#T3#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Fallas's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Saqqaf is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Fallas is working Saqqaf over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Fallas stands up over Saqqaf, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Saqqaf keeping moving, preventing Fallas from controlling successfully.
Saqqaf trying to control the position.
Fallas stands up over Saqqaf, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Fallas won't allow Saqqaf to sweep him here.
Fallas with a nice head shot there.
Saqqaf controls Fallas momentarily but Fallas frees himself.
Fallas landing some decent shots from guard. #T4#
Fallas postures up.
Saqqaf is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Fallas scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Fallas with a nice head shot there.
Fallas distracts Saqqaf with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Fallas controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Fallas distracts Saqqaf with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Fallas's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Fallas is in close to Saqqaf's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Fallas working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Saqqaf looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Alistair Fallas dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Fallas moves out of range of the strikes.
Saqqaf delivers a nice body kick.
Saqqaf misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Fallas tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Fallas avoids the head kick by Saqqaf.
Fallas avoids the head kick by Saqqaf.
A slow jab from Saqqaf misses its intended target.
Fallas drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Saqqaf defends it well.
Saqqaf tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fallas was well out of range. Poor timing from Saqqaf.
Nice takedown defense from Saqqaf. No joy for Fallas on that attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saqqaf goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Saqqaf pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Fallas back to the cage. Saqqaf follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#ROC#Fallas is rocked!#TD2#
Fallas closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Fallas lands in his opponent's guard.#T1##SUB#
Saqqaf working for submissions but it's allowed Fallas to get to half guard.
Fallas lands with a punch from half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Saqqaf manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Saqqaf looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fallas is one step ahead there.
Fallas is working Saqqaf over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Fallas slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Fallas trying to control the action but Saqqaf is working from the bottom.
Saqqaf manages to get back to half guard.#T2#
Saqqaf tries to get to full guard but Fallas has control of the leg.
Ground and pound from Fallas.
Saqqaf is pressing down on Fallas's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Fallas won't allow Saqqaf to sweep him here.
Saqqaf looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Fallas puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Fallas sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Fallas working Saqqaf over with strikes. #T3#
Fallas working over Saqqaf with some ground and pound. Saqqaf looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Saqqaf gets back to full guard.
Fallas must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Fallas lands a couple of elbows.
Fallas is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Fallas avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Fallas lands a couple of digs.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Saqqaf is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Saqqaf pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fallas is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Saqqaf is working hard here to advance position.
Fallas looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Fallas looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Saqqaf is fighting to break Fallas's control of his arms but Fallas is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Saqqaf looking to pass the guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Saqqaf wants to control from the top but Fallas keeps moving.
Fallas looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Waheed Saqqaf dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Fallas drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Fallas lands a couple of elbows.
Fallas chips away with some ground and pound.
Fallas cracks Saqqaf with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Saqqaf looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Saqqaf can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Fallas controls the pace.
Fallas with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Saqqaf had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Fallas defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Saqqaf has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fallas can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Fallas is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T1#
Fallas scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Fallas's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Fallas stopping the sweep attempt from Saqqaf.
Fallas working some strikes from top position.
Fallas content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Fallas postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Fallas lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Fallas distracts Saqqaf with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Saqqaf trying to control the position.
Fallas postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Saqqaf wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Fallas is now in half guard. #T2#
Saqqaf is refusing to be controlled, as Fallas sits in half guard.
Fallas working over Saqqaf with some ground and pound. Saqqaf looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Fallas is nestled in close to Saqqaf, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Fallas seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Saqqaf is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Fallas with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Fallas has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Saqqaf tries to get to full guard but Fallas has control of the leg.
Fallas trying to pass the guard but Saqqaf defending well.
Saqqaf wants to improve his position but Fallas is controlling well.
#T3#
Fallas lands strikes from half guard.
Fallas winds up and cracks Saqqaf with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Fallas is nestled in close to Saqqaf, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Saqqaf on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #ROC2#Saqqaf is rocked!
Fallas 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.
Oh Saqqaf is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fallas lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Fallas scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Saqqaf is looking for a sweep. Fallas is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Fallas is looking to take a break and control but Saqqaf is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Saqqaf wants to improve his position but Fallas is controlling well.
#T4#
Fallas lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Fallas lands with a punch from half guard.
Fallas landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Saqqaf moves into full guard.
Fallas content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Saqqaf trying to control the position.
Fallas won't allow Saqqaf to sweep him here.
Fallas scoring with some ground and pound.
Fallas wants to control from the top but Saqqaf keeps moving.
Saqqaf looking for a sweep. Not yet Saqqaf, not yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alistair Fallas comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Fallas 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alistair Fallas!
Alistair Fallas seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
SMFL 12 - Chai vs. Vitalik
Date: Apr 08, 2023 |
#R1#
Isaacs throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Saqqaf's head.#CUT2#It looks like Waheed Saqqaf has been cut.
Isaacs is looking to land body kicks.
Saqqaf lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Isaacs throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Isaacs misses with a body kick.
Isaacs throws a sloppy head kick and Saqqaf moves out of range easily.
Saqqaf thinks about countering with a head kick.
Saqqaf definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Isaacs blocks a jab.
Saqqaf fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Isaacs manages to avoid it.
Isaacs connects with a leg kick.
Isaacs misses with a wild body shot.
It looked like Saqqaf was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Isaacs.
Isaacs lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Saqqaf blocks the body kick.
Saqqaf takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Isaacs slips a straight right by Saqqaf.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Saqqaf takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Saqqaf connects with a single shot there.
Saqqaf swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Saqqaf lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Isaacs circles away quickly and effectively.#T1#
Isaacs throws a sloppy head kick and Saqqaf moves out of range easily.
Saqqaf throws a leg kick but Isaacs checks it.
A slapping body kick lands there for Isaacs.
Saqqaf lands a head shot.
Isaacs throws a low kick but Saqqaf moves out of range easily.
Isaacs throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Saqqaf misses with a body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Isaacs darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Saqqaf will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Both fighters circling a little - Isaacs finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Saqqaf takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Isaacs uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Saqqaf.
Saqqaf lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Isaacs at a distance.
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!
Isaacs connects with a high kick. #T2#
The fighters circle, before Isaacs throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Saqqaf's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Isaacs lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Tony Isaacs! |
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Event:
SMFL 8 - Chretien vs. Nimitz
Date: Feb 11, 2023 |
#R1#
Isaacs pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Saqqaf was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Isaacs bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Isaacs swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Isaacs throws a hook but Saqqaf blocks it.
Saqqaf lands a slapping body shot.
Isaacs keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A jab from Saqqaf misses.
Saqqaf uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Isaacs.
Saqqaf throws a body punch but Isaacs moves out of range.
Saqqaf definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Isaacs throws a head kick but Saqqaf moves out of range.
Saqqaf moves out of range as Isaacs throws a body kick.
Isaacs takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Saqqaf scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Saqqaf throws a good cross that connects.
Saqqaf lands with a hook. Isaacs tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saqqaf dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Saqqaf dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Isaacs throws a leg kick
and Saqqaf counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Isaacs throws a half hearted mid kick.
Saqqaf pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Saqqaf throws a hook but Isaacs blocks it.
Isaacs throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Isaacs keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Isaacs.
A head kick misses from Saqqaf.
The fighters circling - Saqqaf throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Isaacs has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Saqqaf.
Saqqaf misses with a straight right.
Saqqaf throws a series of punches but Isaacs avoids them all with ease.
Nice shot lands for Saqqaf.
Saqqaf blocks a head kick by Isaacs.
Saqqaf on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Isaacs. Isaacs obviously looking to wear him down.
Isaacs dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Saqqaf. That did some damage!
Saqqaf connects with a body shot.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Isaacs throws a nice head kick!
Isaacs tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saqqaf was well out of range. Poor timing from Isaacs.
A counter left hand to the body from Saqqaf misses its target.
Isaacs misses with a head kick.
Saqqaf tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Isaacs was well out of range. Poor timing from Saqqaf.
Isaacs raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Isaacs misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It looked like Saqqaf was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Isaacs.
Saqqaf with a jab.
Saqqaf pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Saqqaf misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Isaacs counters with an outside leg kick.
Saqqaf ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A low kick lands for Saqqaf.
Saqqaf punishes Isaacs's body with a nice straight punch.
A lazy left from Saqqaf finds it's target.
Saqqaf throws an overhand right that drops Isaacs like a sack of potatoes! Saqqaf dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Waheed Saqqaf! |
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Event:
SMFL 5
Date: Jan 01, 2023 |
#R1#
McDonald swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McDonald slips under a jab from Saqqaf.
McDonald is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Saqqaf walks into a straight right hand from McDonald.
Saqqaf definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#KD2#
McDonald drops Saqqaf with a beautiful combination! Saqqaf stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - McDonald is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Saqqaf is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Waheed Saqqaf has been cut.
Saqqaf tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDonald was well out of range. Poor timing from Saqqaf.
Oh Saqqaf is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
McDonald jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Saqqaf went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saqqaf swinging wildly here.
McDonald looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL2#
McDonald darts in and clinches Saqqaf up against the cage.
Saqqaf seems to have got his legs back now.
Saqqaf trying to stall but McDonald improves his position.
Saqqaf tries to pull guard but McDonald holds him up against the cage and eventually Saqqaf drops back down to his feet.
McDonald with an attempt at a knee that misses.
McDonald tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Saqqaf has a couple of punches blocked by McDonald.
McDonald landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Saqqaf taking a breather. #KD2#
McDonald drops Saqqaf with a big knee straight up the middle! Saqqaf is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet!
David McDonald seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDonald throws an overhand right that drops Saqqaf like a sack of potatoes! McDonald dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). David McDonald!
David McDonald decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SMFL 3
Date: Nov 27, 2022 |
#R1##KD#
Saqqaf drops Carter with a beautiful combination! Carter stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Saqqaf is looking for the KO!#ROC#Carter is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Rendall Carter has been cut.
Saqqaf moves in close and cracks Carter with a massive right hand! Carter, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Saqqaf!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Waheed Saqqaf! |
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