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Event:
KIFC 81
Date: Jun 10, 2023 |
#R1#
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Head moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CUT2#It looks like Poop Head has been cut.
Riker is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#ROC2#Head is rocked!
Head ducks into an uppercut from Riker and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jacob Riker! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 12, 2023 |
#R1#
Head displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Akhmetov.
Head swings for the body but Akhmetov moves out of range.
Akhmetov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Head misses the shot to the body.
Head stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Head wants it to stay on the feet.
A countering left hand to the body from Head misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Akhmetov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Akhmetov fails to land the takedown.
Head throws a body shot but no joy.
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akhmetov manages to avoid it.
Head throws a body shot but no joy.
Head throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akhmetov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
Head circles away from the clinch attempt.
Head swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Akhmetov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Nice sprawl there from Head as Akhmetov shoots in.
Akhmetov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Akhmetov shoots in for a double leg but Head sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T1#
Akhmetov shoots in for a double leg but Head sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A nice side step and Head releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Akhmetov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Akhmetov is breathing heavily.
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akhmetov manages to avoid it.
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akhmetov manages to avoid it.
Head throws a body shot but no joy.
Head throws a body punch but Akhmetov moves out of range.
Akhmetov appears to be looking for a big counter.
No luck for Akhmetov with that takedown attempt.
Akhmetov tries to close the distance and clinch but Head swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Head throws a predictable looking body shot
#CL#
and Akhmetov moves into the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Akhmetov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #BC2#
Head pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Poop Head seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Akhmetov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Head circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
Head misses with a body shot.
Akhmetov lands a lovely overhand right.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akhmetov was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Akhmetov shoots in for a takedown but Head shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akhmetov was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Head swings for the body but Akhmetov moves out of range.
Akhmetov attempts a counter takedown but Head avoids it well and moves away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Akhmetov avoids the body shot from Head.
Akhmetov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
Head misses the shot to the body.
Head swings for the body but Akhmetov moves out of range.
Akhmetov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Head but Head pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Akhmetov tries to clinch up but Head circles away and keeps his distance.
Akhmetov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Akhmetov closes the distance and clinches up with Head, looking for a takedown. Akhmetov pushes Head against the cage but Head circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Head is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Akhmetov rather than just go for the knockout.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Head avoids the head kick by Akhmetov.
#T3#
Akhmetov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Head's waist but Head gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Akhmetov off to one side.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akhmetov was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Akhmetov throws a big counter combination but Head scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Akhmetov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
Akhmetov is looking to counter with head kicks.
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akhmetov manages to avoid it.
Head lands a nice looking body shot.
Head takes a swing at Akhmetov's ribcage but misses.
Akhmetov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Head takes a swing at Akhmetov's ribcage but misses.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Head swings for the body but Akhmetov moves out of range.
Akhmetov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Head sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Akhmetov somewhat.
Head misses with a body shot
and Akhmetov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Head leaves Akhmetov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Akhmetov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Head manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Akhmetov fails with a takedown attempt.
Head takes a swing at Akhmetov's ribcage but misses.
Head avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Akhmetov moves away.
Akhmetov avoids the body shot from Head.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Akhmetov.
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akhmetov manages to avoid it.
Head circles away from the clinch attempt.
Head appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Poop Head 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#
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
It looked like Akhmetov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Akhmetov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT#It looks like Poop Head has been cut.#CL#
Akhmetov takes the fight into the clinch.
Head has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Akhmetov drags the fight down to the ground.
Akhmetov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Akhmetov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Head being controlled here momentarily.
Akhmetov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1##SU2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Head stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Ivan Akhmetov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Akhmetov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Head blocks a low kick nicely.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
As Head tries to get set, Akhmetov tries to push him back and clinch up but Head manages to avoid the attempt.
Head swings for the body but Akhmetov moves out of range.
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Akhmetov moves away.
Akhmetov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Head as he jumps to the side.
Akhmetov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#CL#
Akhmetov clinches.
Akhmetov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
#T2#
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Akhmetov.
Akhmetov missing with knees to the body.
Head wants to break the clinch but can't.
Akhmetov fails to pull guard.
Head prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Akhmetov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Akhmetov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Head fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akhmetov was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Head takes a swing at Akhmetov's ribcage but misses.
A quick step to the side and Akhmetov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T3#
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akhmetov manages to avoid it.
Head misses with a body shot.
Akhmetov throws a nice looking combination but Head bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Akhmetov seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Head misses with a hook to the body
and Akhmetov counters with a one-two to the body.
Head misses the shot to the body.
Akhmetov throws a quick counter head kick but Head was just out of range.
A combination from Akhmetov does no damage.
Head throws a body punch but Akhmetov moves out of range.
Head takes a swing at Akhmetov's ribcage but misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Akhmetov is defended easily by Head.
Akhmetov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Head defends well and Akhmetov ends up having to push Head into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#BC2#
Head breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Akhmetov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T4#
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Head misses the shot to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by Akhmetov or perhaps it was just good defense by Head, which made it look bad.
Akhmetov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Akhmetov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Head throws a body shot but no joy.
Akhmetov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Head.
Head throws a body punch but Akhmetov moves out of range.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Akhmetov avoids the body shot from Head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Akhmetov is just out of range.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Akhmetov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Akhmetov darts in looking for a takedown but Head gets double underhooks and turns Akhmetov into the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Poop Head will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Poop Head'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. This is the final round!#R3#
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Akhmetov.
Head misses with a jab to the body
#CL#
and Akhmetov counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Akhmetov. #TD2#
Head gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Akhmetov is looking to stand back up but Head counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Akhmetov. #REVR#
Akhmetov is staying active underneath Head, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #ES#
Akhmetov manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Akhmetov moves in looking to clinch but Head pushes him off.
Akhmetov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Akhmetov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Head swings away with a body shot that misses
#CL#
and Akhmetov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Akhmetov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#T1#
Akhmetov jumps guard but Head stands there with Akhmetov around his waist. Akhmetov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Head jumps guard but Akhmetov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Akhmetov lands a body shot. #BC2#
Head breaks from the clinch.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Akhmetov is just out of range.#CL#
Head tries to keep at a distance but Akhmetov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Akhmetov lands with a light punch inside.
Poop Head is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Akhmetov prevents the takedown attempt.
Head stops a takedown attempt from Akhmetov.
Akhmetov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Akhmetov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Akhmetov avoiding damage.
Head is pressed up against the cage. Akhmetov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Head down to the mat. Head avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Akhmetov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Akhmetov throws a sloppy head kick and Head moves out of range easily.
Head throws a body shot but no joy.
Akhmetov dives in for a single leg takedown but Head sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Head appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Akhmetov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Akhmetov is looking for a takedown.
Head goes for a takedown in the clinch but Akhmetov prevents it.
Akhmetov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Head prevents it.
#BC2#
Head pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Akhmetov was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Akhmetov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Akhmetov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
Akhmetov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Head misses with a hook to the body
and Akhmetov counters with a left and a right that stings Head.
Akhmetov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Akhmetov closes the distance and clinches up with Head, looking for a takedown. Akhmetov pushes Head against the cage but Head circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Akhmetov manages to avoid it.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ivan Akhmetov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Head throws a body shot but no joy.
Akhmetov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Head.
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 Ivan Akhmetov.
I think Head has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 28:29
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 28:29
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Poop Head! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 28, 2023 |
#R1#
Tikhonov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tikhonov lands with a hook. Head tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tikhonov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Head at a distance.
Head takes a swing at Tikhonov's ribcage but misses.
Tikhonov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Tikhonov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Tikhonov is just out of range.
Head slips a straight right by Tikhonov.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Tikhonov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tikhonov lands the left hand.
Tikhonov looks to land a combination. Head sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Head digs a good hook to Tikhonov's body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Head keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tikhonov.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tikhonov connects with a body shot that sends Head's belly button to the back.
Tikhonov avoids the body shot from Head.
Tikhonov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Head on the side of the head.
Tikhonov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Tikhonov is just out of range.
Tikhonov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tikhonov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Tikhonov scores with a jab to the body.
Tikhonov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tikhonov throws a series of punches but Head moves out of range.
Tikhonov scores with a sloppy right hand. Head should have avoided that one.
Tikhonov scores with a hook to the body. Head takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tikhonov with a nice cross.#ROC2#Head is rocked!
Tikhonov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Oh Head is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A decent looking cross lands there for Tikhonov.
Tikhonov drops Head with a straight right hand, right on the button! Tikhonov follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Viktor Tikhonov!
An out of breath Viktor Tikhonov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
KIFC 54
Date: Apr 16, 2023 |
#R1#
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Goodman shapes to counter with a head kick.
Head misses with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Goodman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Goodman wants to clinch.
Goodman misses with a body shot.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Goodman.
Head is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Goodman fails to land the takedown.
Goodman closes this distance looking for a takedown but Head circles away.
Poop Head has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jimmy Goodman.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goodman.
Goodman avoids the body shot from Head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goodman.
Head misses with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Goodman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Head swings for the body but Goodman moves out of range.
Head misses with a body shot.
Goodman shoots in looking for a takedown but Head manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Goodman's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#T1#
Head swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Head takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Poop Head has been cut.
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goodman manages to avoid it.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Head throws a predictable looking body shot
and Goodman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Head misses the body punch
and Goodman counters with a series of strikes. Head will be more careful next time no doubt.
Head checks a leg kick nicely.
Goodman shoots in looking for a takedown. Head tries to sprawl out of it but Goodman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Head manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Head scores with a body shot.
Head swings for the body but Goodman moves out of range.
Head ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Head is looking to wear down Goodman with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Head swings away with a body shot that misses
and Goodman counters with a left and a right that stings Head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Goodman is just out of range.#T2#
Goodman avoids the body shot from Head.
#TD2#
Goodman drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Head wriggles free and stands up.
Goodman shoots in and drives through. Head sprawls well.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goodman moves away.
Head misses the shot to the body.
Poop Head seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goodman manages to avoid it.
Goodman misses with a double jab.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Head takes a swing at Goodman's ribcage but misses.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goodman.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Goodman looks to land a combination but Head avoids it well.
Goodman shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Head pinned against the cage. Head gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Goodman looks winded!#T3#
Head takes a swing at Goodman's ribcage but misses.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goodman.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Goodman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Goodman misses with a takedown attempt - Head sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL2#
Goodman rushes Head and presses him up against the cage.
Head letting Goodman take a breather here.
Head managing to block the knees to the body from Goodman.
#T4#
Goodman is trying to drag Head to the mat but Head just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC#
Head breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Head circles away from the clinch attempt.
Goodman tries for a takedown but Head sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Goodman avoids the body shot from Head.
Goodman misses with a takedown attempt - Head sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Poop Head is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Goodman dives in for a single leg takedown but Head sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Goodman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Head swings for the body but Goodman moves out of range.
Goodman tries to counter with a clinch but Head shakes him off and moves away.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Goodman is just out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Poop Head dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Poop Head's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Goodman darts in looking for a takedown but Head gets double underhooks and turns Goodman into the cage.
Goodman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
Goodman has a takedown stuffed.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Head throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Head misses the body punch
and Goodman counters with a nice body shot.
Head throws a body punch but Goodman moves out of range.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Head throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Head throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Head swats away the attempt to clinch by Goodman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Head slaps away a takedown attempt from Goodman, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Poop Head has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jimmy Goodman.
Head takes a swing at Goodman's ribcage but misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Goodman looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Head swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Head is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Goodman can do to turn this around?#T1#
Goodman tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Head swivels and escapes.
Head misses with a body shot.
Goodman tries to close the distance and clinch but Head swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Head swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Poop Head is winning the standup battle so far.
Head swats away the attempt to clinch by Goodman.
A quick step to the side and Head tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goodman was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Goodman wants to clinch up but Head keeps it at a distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Goodman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Goodman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Goodman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goodman moves away.
Goodman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Head throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Head misses with a body shot.
Goodman changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Head tries to avoid it but Goodman manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Head to the ground. Head escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Head swings for the body but Goodman moves out of range.
#T2#
Goodman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Goodman is just out of range.
Goodman shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Head pinned against the cage. Head gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Goodman is breathing heavily.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Goodman is just out of range.
Head avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Goodman lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Head backs up against the cage.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Head takes a swing at Goodman's ribcage but misses.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goodman.
Goodman avoids the body shot from Head.
Goodman avoids the body shot from Head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Head throws a body punch but Goodman moves out of range.
Goodman tries to clinch there but Head circles away.
#T3#
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Goodman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Head is fending him off so far but Goodman persists. Nope, Head circles away and we're back to standing.
Goodman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Head misses with a body shot.
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goodman moves away.
Head circles away from the clinch attempt.
Head throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Goodman throws a body kick that misses.
Goodman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Goodman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
Goodman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Head misses with a body shot.
Nice takedown defense from Head. No joy for Goodman on that attempt. #T4#
Goodman avoids the body shot from Head.
Goodman shoots in looking for a takedown but Head manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Goodman's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Goodman does a little dance to reset his feet.
And Goodman tries to counter it with a takedown but Head pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Goodman wants to clinch up but Head keeps it at a distance.
A quick step to the side and Head tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Head takes a swing at Goodman's ribcage but misses.
Horrible takedown attempt by Goodman or perhaps it was just good defense by Head, which made it look bad.
Head throws a shot to the body.
Goodman avoids the body shot from Head.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Goodman is just out of range.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Goodman pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Goodman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Goodman does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Poop Head dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Poop Head's cut.
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. This is the final round!#R3#
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goodman moves away.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
No luck for Goodman with that takedown attempt.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goodman was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Goodman shoots in looking for a takedown. Head tries to sprawl out of it but Goodman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Head manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Head misses with a body shot.
Head misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goodman tries for a takedown but Head sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Poop Head has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jimmy Goodman.
Goodman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Head takes a swing at Goodman's ribcage but misses.
Head connects with a body shot.#T1#
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Goodman.
Goodman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goodman was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Goodman shoots in but no luck this time.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Goodman looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Goodman is just out of range.#CL2#
Goodman gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Goodman tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Head smiles and moves away.
Goodman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Head throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Poop Head is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Goodman manages to avoid it.
Head misses the shot to the body.
Goodman throws a head kick that misses.
Head swings for the body but Goodman moves out of range.
Head throws a body shot but no joy.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And Goodman tries to counter it with a takedown but Head pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Head swings for the body but Goodman moves out of range.
Goodman lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Head throws a predictable looking body shot
and Goodman counters with a two punch combo.
Goodman fails with a takedown attempt.
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!
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Goodman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Head throws a body punch but Goodman moves out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Goodman looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3#
Goodman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Goodman shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Head as he jumps to the side.
Head appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Goodman is just out of range.
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Goodman moves away.#CL2#
Goodman forces Head back against the cage and clinches.
Goodman is trying to break the clinch but Head is controlling him.
Goodman is trying to break the clinch but Head has him pressed against the cage. #TD#
Head jumps guard and drags Goodman to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Head is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
Goodman wants to control from the top but Head keeps moving.
Head is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Goodman holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Head works his way into side control.
Head controlling from side mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Poop Head showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Head, 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 Sandra Marshall scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Poop Head! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thompson throws a counter high kick but Head was just alert enough to avoid it.#CL#
Thompson has closed the distance and engaged Head in a clinch.
Thompson working hard to break the clinch.
Thompson can't find room to land a body shot as Head controls the action.
#BC2#
Head breaks the clinch.
No joy there for Thompson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Thompson throws a sloppy head kick and Head moves out of range easily.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Thompson does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Head keeps the fight on the outside.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thompson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Head stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Thompson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Thompson looks to land a combination but Head avoids it well.
Thompson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
Thompson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Poop Head seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thompson throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Thompson throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Head swings for the body but Thompson moves out of range.
Thompson wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thompson moves away.
Thompson lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Head throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thompson manages to avoid it.
As Head looks to move away, Thompson throws a big counter combo but Head just gets out of the way.
Thompson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Thompson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
Thompson tries to clinch but Head moves out of range.
Head swats away the attempt to clinch by Thompson.
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thompson manages to avoid it.
Head keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Head misses with a body punch
and Thompson counters with a three punch combo that has Head backing up. Head nods at Thompson to acknowledge the strikes.
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!
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thompson manages to avoid it.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thompson.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Thompson is just out of range.
Thompson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Thompson is just out of range.
Thompson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Head moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thompson was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.#T2#
Thompson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Head throws a body punch but Thompson moves out of range.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thompson.
The crowd cheers as Thompson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Head doesn't seem phased though.#CL#
Thompson closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Head breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Both fighters circling a little - Thompson finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Thompson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Head doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Head slaps away a takedown attempt from Thompson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Thompson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Head appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Thompson is breathing heavily.
Head throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thompson throws a head kick but Head moves out of range.
Poop Head is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Head takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Head is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Thompson rather than just go for the knockout.
Thompson avoids the body shot from Head.
Head throws a body punch but Thompson moves out of range.
Head stuffs the takedown attempt from Thompson. Thompson gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brandon Thompson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Thompson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Head swings for the body but Thompson moves out of range.
Head throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Head avoids the head kick by Thompson.
Thompson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Thompson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Head circles away quickly and effectively.
A head kick misses from Thompson.
Head misses with a body shot.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thompson was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Thompson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
As Head looks to move away, Thompson throws a big counter combo but Head just gets out of the way.
Thompson attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thompson manages to avoid it.
Thompson closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Head takes a swing at Thompson's ribcage but misses.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Thompson is just out of range.
Thompson wants to clinch up but Head keeps it at a distance.
Thompson tries to clinch up but Head circles away and keeps his distance.
Thompson moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#T4#
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!
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Thompson is just out of range.
Thompson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Head misses the shot to the body.
No luck for Thompson with that takedown attempt.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thompson.
Thompson tests Head's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Thompson misses with a series of wild punches.
Thompson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Head takes a swing at Thompson's ribcage but misses.
Thompson thuds his right hand into Head's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Thompson is working the combinations to good effect here.
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thompson moves away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Thompson tries to clinch but Head is having none of it.
Thompson moves in looking to clinch but Head pushes him off.
A countering left hand to the body from Head misses.
Head swings for the body but Thompson moves out of range.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thompson was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Thompson stalks Head and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Head's face. Head staggers backwards, shaken.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Thompson dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Head throws a body shot but no joy.
Head throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thompson is looking for a counter combo.
Thompson is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Head throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Thompson is just out of range.
Thompson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Head.
Thompson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Head can do to turn this around?
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thompson lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Thompson lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Brandon Thompson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Thompson tries a head kick but it misses.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Thompson is just out of range.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thompson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Head misses the shot to the body.
Thompson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thompson moves away.
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thompson moves away.
Thompson wants to clinch.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thompson.
#T1#
Thompson looks to land a combination but Head avoids it well.
Thompson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Head's sensitive parts.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Thompson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Thompson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Thompson doesn't manage to clinch there - Head circles away.
Head scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thompson.
Thompson misses with a body kick.
Head throws a body shot but no joy.
Thompson appears to be looking for a big counter.
Thompson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Head swings for the body but Thompson moves out of range.
Thompson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Danga de danga de dang - Thompson scores with a four punch combination!
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thompson.
Thompson appears to be looking for a big counter.
Head takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Thompson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Head paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thompson was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
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!
Sloppy strikes from Thompson. Those never looked like landing. #T2#
A right-left combo lands from Thompson.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thompson is looking to clinch.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Head swings for the body but Thompson moves out of range.
Thompson tries to counter with a takedown but Head is quick to defend against it.
Thompson tries to clinch up but Head circles away and keeps his distance.
Thompson tries to clinch up but Head circles away and keeps his distance.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Head checks a leg kick.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Thompson connects with a body shot that sends Head's belly button to the back.
Thompson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Horrible takedown attempt by Thompson or perhaps it was just good defense by Head, which made it look bad.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thompson.
A looping hook to the body misses from Head. Thompson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Thompson is looking for a counter combo.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Head has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Thompson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T3##BC2#
Head escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Thompson tries to clinch up but Head circles away and keeps his distance.
Thompson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Thompson goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Thompson - that will leave a mark!
Thompson tries a head kick but it misses.
Thompson tries to clinch but Head is having none of it.
Head stuns Thompson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Thompson shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Head eats them both and turns towards Thompson to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#T4#
Thompson misses with a double jab.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thompson.
Head misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thompson.
Thompson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
#CL#
Thompson rushes Head and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thompson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Head fails to pull guard.
#TD2#
Head is trying to trip Thompson. He has hold of a leg but Thompson is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Head persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#SU2#
Head stands and steps away. Thompson gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Thompson throws a head kick that Head semi-blocks.
Thompson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thompson was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Thompson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Thompson misses with the combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Thompson dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Thompson tries to clinch up but Head circles away and keeps his distance.
Head misses the shot to the body.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Head avoids the head kick by Thompson.
Head throws a body shot but no joy.
Head throws a body punch but Thompson moves out of range.
Thompson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Head manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Thompson misses with a body shot.
A head kick misses from Thompson.
Head circles away from the clinch attempt.
Head misses the shot to the body.
Head misses with a body punch
and Thompson counters with a two punch combo.
Thompson scores with a jab to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thompson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Thompson is just out of range.
Some wild striking there from Thompson.
Head throws a body shot but no joy.
As Head looks to move away, Thompson throws a big counter combo but Head just gets out of the way.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Head swings for the body but Thompson moves out of range.
Thompson misses with a series of wild punches.
Thompson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Head keeps the fight on the outside.
Thompson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thompson was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Head misses with a body shot.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thompson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Thompson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Thompson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Head paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Head misses with a body shot.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thompson was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thompson manages to avoid it.
Thompson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thompson moves away.
Thompson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Brandon Thompson is winning the standup battle so far.
Head swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2#
Thompson avoids the body shot from Head.
Thompson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Head just misses with a punch to the body.
Thompson misses with a double jab.
Head ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thompson moves away.
Thompson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Head jabs Thompson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Head misses the shot to the body.
Thompson throws a head kick but Head moves out of range.
Head stuffs the takedown.
Thompson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thompson misses with a series of wild punches.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thompson was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T3#
Thompson throws a head kick but Head moves out of range.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Thompson is just out of range.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thompson was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Head throws a body shot but no joy.
Thompson lands a two punch combo.
Head tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thompson was well out of range. Poor timing from Head.
Thompson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Head takes a swing at Thompson's ribcage but misses.
Head misses the shot to the body.
Thompson fails to land with a series of punches.
Thompson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Head swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Head fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Thompson pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Head back to the cage. Thompson follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thompson. Head does a little dance to reset his feet.
Head throws a body shot but no joy.
No joy there for Thompson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Thompson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Head.
#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Head fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thompson manages to avoid it.
Thompson shoots for a double leg takedown but Head sprawls well. He's pushed Thompson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A nice side step and Head releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Head takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Thompson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Head sprawls well. Head wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Thompson gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brandon Thompson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thompson tries to clinch up.
A jab from Thompson does it's job there.
Head throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thompson moves in looking to clinch but Head pushes him off.
Head looks to score with a jab to the body but Thompson is just out of range.
Head misses the shot to the body.
Thompson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Thompson goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Head jabs at Thompson's body.
Head misses with a wild body shot.
Poop Head has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Brandon Thompson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Thompson's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Thompson duly obliges.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brandon Thompson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Thompson, 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 David Hoff scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brandon Thompson! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 11, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Thompson gets the takedown into side control.
Head tries to escape but Thompson is in control.
Thompson in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Head is trying to buck Thompson off.
Head tries to bench press Thompson off him but Thompson keeps the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Head wants to control but Thompson postures up.
Head sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Thompson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Head. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Head trying to hold on to Thompson's head to control him but Thompson postures up.
Thompson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Head is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Thompson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Thompson's back!
Thompson is in bad spot here.
Head is working the ground and pound. Can Thompson escape?
Thompson tries to break free.
Head punches the canvas rather than the man.
Head tries to keep control of the position but Thompson is staying busy.#SUB#
Head is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Thompson defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Thompson is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T2#
Thompson tries to escape the position.
Thompson trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Thompson tries to roll but Head sticks to his back.
#T3#
Head slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Thompson is trying to stand back up.
Thompson trying to control the position but Head manages to sink in the hooks.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Head's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Thompson trying to control the action but Head just sinks the hooks in.
Thompson needs to remain patient if he's going to get out of this sticky situation. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Thompson tries to roll but Head sticks to his back.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Head's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#SUB#
Head is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Thompson is defending well though. Head let's go of the attempt for now.
Head tries to get the hooks in deep but Thompson pushed the leg off.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Head is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Thompson defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Head is breathing heavily.
Head tries to keep control of the position but Thompson is staying busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Poop Head dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Thompson shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Thompson was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Thompson wants to stand but Head has his arm trapped.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Head is trying to control Thompson's posture but Thompson avoids it.
Head tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thompson trying to control the action but Head is working from the bottom.
Head tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Thompson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1#
Head trying to control but Thompson flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Thompson is punishing Head with strikes - can he finish him?!#SUB2#
Thompson is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Thompson keeps control of the position easily here as Head tries to buck him off.
Head tries to break free.
Thompson is riding his opponent, not letting Head buck him off. #SUB2#
Head showing good submission defense here.
#T2#
Thompson controls the action.#SUB2#
Thompson has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Head tries to roll but Thompson sticks to his back.
Thompson is looking to control Head but Head is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Head wants to escape the position.
#T3#
Thompson wants to control but Head manages to buck him off and is now in Thompson's guard! Nice work there by Head!
Head might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Thompson looking for a sweep. Not yet Thompson, not yet.
Head stops Thompson from standing up.
Thompson wants to control the position but Head says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Head wants to control but Thompson is keeping him busy.
Thompson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Thompson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Head's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Head's back!
Thompson is looking to control Head but Head is wriggling around and keeping busy. #T4#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#SUB2#
Thompson looking for the choke but no joy.
Head is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Head is in a bad position with Thompson working for a choke. Head manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
David Thompson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3##TD2#
Thompson gets a takedown into half guard.
Poop Head overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Head is refusing to be controlled, as Thompson sits in half guard.
Head is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Head is trying to get back to full guard.
Nice strikes from Thompson there. #T1#
Thompson wants to stand up but Head is controlling the position.
Thompson is thwarting Head's attempts to control the position.
Thompson content to control rather than advance.
Thompson 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.
Head tries to roll over but Thompson keeps him under control.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Head won't allow Thompson to pass to mount.
Thompson lands with a punch from half guard.
Thompson lands strikes from half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Head pushes Thompson off looking to stand but Thompson dives back in and keeps control.
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. Thompson connects with a nice short shot to Head's temple.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Thompson lands a nice short elbow.
Head desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Thompson stalling. #T3##SUB2#
Thompson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Head doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Thompson. #SUB2#
Thompson seems to be looking for submissions.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#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.
Thompson is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Poop Head is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Head misses with a few strikes there.
#CL2#
Thompson closes the distance and pushes Head back into the cage.
Head is trying to pull guard but Thompson has him pressed against the cage.
Thompson pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Thompson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Head avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Thompson looking for a takedown.
Head tries to pull guard but Thompson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Head tries to break the clinch but Thompson is controlling the position.
A frustrated look appears on Thompson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Thompson stops a takedown attempt from Head.
And that's the end of the fight!
David Thompson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Thompson 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... David Thompson!
David Thompson decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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