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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 25, 2024 |
#R1##TD2#
Richards shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Richards looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Richards trying to control the pace.
Richards moves nicely into side control.
Richards staying calm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Richards working away.
Winner really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T1#
Winner being controlled for a moment.
Winner is trying to improve his position.
Richards taking a breather here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Winner is trying to improve his position.
Richards controls the position from side control.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Let's hope that Richards has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T3#
Richards's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Richards shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Richards was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Winner is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
The referee asks Richards politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Richards prefers to stall for the moment though.#T4#
Winner is looking to reverse the position.
Winner is breathing heavily.
Richards is staying tight to Winner's torso, preventing him from escaping.
More stalling from Richards.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Richards dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD2#
Richards drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Winner keeping full guard, as Richards tries to pass.
Richards forces his way into half guard.
Richards perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Richards is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Billy Richards has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Richards content just to control the position here.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Richards.
Richards with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Richards wants to take Winner's back but he can't do it this time.
Richards controlling from the full mount.
Richards looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Richards moves to back control.
Richards is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T3#
Winner is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Richards has good solid back control here. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Richards is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Winner has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Richards controls the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Richards showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Winner's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Richards shoots in and bounces Winner off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Richards sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Winner will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Richards advances to half guard. #T1#
Richards with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Richards manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Winner on his heels. He'll look to pass Winner's guard now, I'm sure.
Richards is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Winner has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Richards can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Winner being controlled here, momentarily. #T3#
Richards stands and throws Winner's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Richards controlling from side mount. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yet more stalling tactics from Richards.
Exotic Winner has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Billy Richards comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Richards has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 26:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 26:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Richards! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 17, 2024 |
#R1##TD2#
Smith shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Richards is trying to defend but Smith finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Richards is refusing to be controlled, as Smith sits in half guard.
Smith passes to side control.
Smith working away.
Richards tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Smith wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Smith tries to move to mount but Richards blocks the move with his legs.
Smith advances to mount.
Smith mounts Richards! Really nice guard pass there!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Smith working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Richards really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Richards definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Richards tries to improve his position but instead Smith has taken his back! #T1#
Richards tries to roll but Smith sticks to his back.
Richards trying to control the hands but Smith won't let him.
Well, with Smith on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Richards is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#SUB2#
Smith is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Richards with him. Richards is trying to defend but Smith has an arm under the chin now! Richards grimaces and is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). George Smith!
George Smith decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 13, 2024 |
#R1##TD2#
Richards throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Beckley tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Richards is in Beckley's guard.
Beckley is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Richards is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Richards pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Beckley is keeping the position for now.
Beckley wants to get back to his feet but Richards is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Richards is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Richards wants to control from the top but Beckley keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T1#
Richards tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Beckley swivels and escapes.
Richards tries for a takedown but Beckley circles away easily
and Beckley counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Beckley with a nice calf kick.
Richards shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Beckley counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Aeson Beckley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Richards.#CL#
Beckley gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Beckley stops a takedown attempt from Richards.
Richards drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Our sources have told us that Beckley has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Richards looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
Beckley escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Richards fails with the takedown
and Richards takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2##CL#
Beckley moves into the clinch successfully.
Beckley prevents the takedown attempt.
Richards wants to take the fight to the mat but Beckley manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Richards is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Beckley pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Beckley connects with a knee to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Richards tries to break the clinch but Beckley is controlling the position.
Beckley lands a body punch.
Richards is looking to take this one to the mat.
Richards can't get the takedown.
Richards changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Beckley fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Beckley has managed to clinch.
#T3#
Richards is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Beckley pulls him back up using the underhooks.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Beckley takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Richards drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Beckley landing knees to the head.
#ROC#Richards is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Billy Richards has been cut.
Richards drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Beckley gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Richards is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Richards tries for a takedown but Beckley manages to get underhooks.
Richards has Beckley pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Beckley manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Beckley gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Richards.
Richards looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Richards changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Beckley fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#T4#
Richards takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Beckley works Richards's body with a nice hook.
Richards gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Beckley counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Richards will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Beckley is looking for a counter combo.
Richards shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Beckley counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Richards is still on wobbly legs! Can Beckley finish him?
Aeson Beckley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Richards looks winded!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Beckley gets a clinch.
Richards tries to score a body lock takedown but Beckley shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Beckley gets through Richards's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC#
Beckley breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Richards tries for a takedown but Beckley circles away easily
and Beckley scores with a counter punch that sends Richards to the canvas! Beckley smells blood - he's punishing Richards with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Richards has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aeson Beckley! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 03, 2024 |
#R1##TD2#
Richards manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Naoi on his heels. He'll look to pass Naoi's guard now, I'm sure.
Naoi wants to get back to his feet but Richards passes into half guard.
#REVR#
Richards keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Let's hope that Richards has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Richards has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Richards looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Richards controlling his opponent.
Naoi is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Richards controlling from the full mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Richards.#SUB2#
Richards looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T1#
Naoi has given up his back, trying to stand up. Not clever.
Naoi wants to get back to his feet.
Richards biding his time, looking for the opening.
Naoi is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Richards is riding his opponent, not letting Naoi buck him off.
Naoi trying to get back to his feet but Richards is in full control for now. #T2#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Naoi trying to get back to his feet but Richards is in full control for now.
Richards has good solid back control here.
Naoi trying to get back to his feet but Richards is in full control for now. #T3#
Richards is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Naoi is trying to stand back up.
Richards just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Naoi wants to get back to his feet.
Richards controls the position.
Naoi wants to get back to his feet. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Richards really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Naoi.
Yet more stalling tactics from Richards.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Naoi is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Richards dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Naoi connects with a single shot there.
Naoi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Richards.
Naoi lands the left hand.#TD2#
Richards is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Naoi's half guard.
Richards content to control rather than advance.
Richards is continuing to stall.
Richards works his way into side control.
Naoi is pushing Richards's head away, looking to escape. Richards manages to hold on to the position though.#T1#
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.
Naoi pushes Richards away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Richards gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Richards controls the position from side control.
Naoi is trying to get back to his feet.
Richards is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Naoi will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
The adventures of Richards the control monster continue. Boring.
Billy Richards has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Naoi is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Richards gets a takedown into half guard.
Naoi scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Richards manages to mount him!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Naoi is trying to stand.
Richards controlling his opponent.
Naoi wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
#T3#
Naoi has given up his back. Will we see Richards going for some submissions?
Richards has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Richards trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Naoi doesn't escape.
Naoi is trying to stand back up.
Naoi is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Richards.
#T4#
Naoi is trying to stand back up.
Richards trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Naoi doesn't escape.
Naoi wants to get back to his feet.
Good control from Richards.
Naoi is trying to stand back up.
Richards trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Naoi doesn't escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Naoi wants to get back to his feet.
What can Naoi do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Richards showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Richards changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Naoi looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Naoi is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Richards has just dragged him back down to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Naoi is trying to escape the position but Richards is controlling the position. #T1#
Richards's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Naoi pushes Richards away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Richards gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Naoi trying to remain calm as Richards controls from the top position.
More stalling from Richards.
Naoi is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Richards doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Naoi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Naoi lands a nice shot that snaps Richards's head back.
Lorenzo Naoi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD2#
Naoi gets caught napping as Richards dives in and scores a takedown. Naoi manages to retain guard.
Naoi is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Richards dives into side control.
#REVR#
Naoi is trying to buck Richards off.#T3#
Richards slows the pace down.
Naoi is trying to get back to his feet.
The referee asks Richards politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Richards prefers to stall for the moment though.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Naoi pushes Richards away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Richards gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Billy Richards comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Richards winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Richards! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 28, 2023 |
#R1#
Knight pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Knight throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Richards drops down looking for a counter takedown but Knight sprawls and moves away.
Knight is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#TD#
Richards feints and as Knight raises his hands in defense, Richards changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Knight manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Billy Richards seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No luck for Knight with that takedown attempt. #CL2#
Knight closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Richards gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Knight regains guard.
Richards has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Knight looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Richards sitting in guard here, content to control.
Richards looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Knight had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Richards defends it easily.#T1#
Knight controls Richards momentarily but Richards frees himself.
Richards has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Richards sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Knight's guard.
Richards controlling the action here.
Richards tries to pass the half guard into mount. Knight knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Richards controlling the action here. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Richards seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Knight for as long as he can get away with.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Knight clinches up with Richards and pushes him back against the cage.#T3#
Knight stops a takedown attempt from Richards.
Richards has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Knight after a bit of a struggle. #TD2#
Knight drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB2#
Richards got a little sloppy there for a moment and Knight has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Richards has managed to get both his arms back between Knight's legs - danger averted.
Richards slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The referee asks Richards politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Richards prefers to stall for the moment though.
Richards's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T4#
You can see the frustration on Knight's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A lull in the action here as Richards stalls from top position.
Richards working away.
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 Billy Richards will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
A thudding body kick lands there by Knight!
Nice takedown defense from Knight. No joy for Richards on that attempt. #TD2#
Knight closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Richards quickly recovers to half guard.
Richards keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Richards is looking to improve his position.
Richards wants to control but Knight is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Richards is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Knight is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Richards is staying active underneath Knight, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Knight prevents Richards from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Richards manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Richards has his hands on Knight's head, controlling the position.
Richards is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1##SUB#
Richards is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Richards is controlling Knight's posture.#SUB#
Richards is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Knight is aware though and is defending well.
Richards has his hands on Knight's head, controlling the position.
Richards keeping moving, preventing Knight from controlling successfully.
Richards is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Knight stopping the sweep attempt from Richards.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Knight being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Richards shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Richards was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Richards just content to control the position.
Knight is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Richards working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Knight tries to buck Richards off but Richards is having none of it.#T3#
Knight trying to remain calm as Richards controls from the top position.
Knight wants to get back to his feet.
Richards slows the pace down.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Further stalling from Richards.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Richards has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Richards scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Knight is being controlled here.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Richards.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Richards is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Billy Richards will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD#
Knight gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Richards stopping the sweep attempt from Knight.
Richards controlling from the top position.
Richards continues to stall.#SUB2#
Knight is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Billy Richards overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Richards slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T1#
More hug and hope from Richards.
Richards pushes down on Knight's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Richards stalling.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Michael Knight is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Richards shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Knight pinned against the cage. Knight gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #TD#
Richards closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Knight did well to prevent Richards getting side control.
Knight won't allow Richards to pass to mount.
Richards works his foot free and advances to mount.
Richards controlling the pace for now. #T3##T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Richards wants to take Knight's back here but Knight is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Michael Knight has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
And that's the end of the fight!
Billy Richards showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Richards, 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 23, 2023 |
#R1#
A jab lands there for Verzo.
Richards looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Verzo defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Richards.
Richards shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Verzo as he jumps to the side.
Richards darts in looking for a takedown but Verzo gets double underhooks and turns Richards into the cage.
Kaleo Verzo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Richards.
Verzo thumps Richards with a low kick.
Verzo tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Richards paws at him with a jab and circles away.#TD2#
Richards closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Verzo did well to prevent Richards getting side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Richards prevents Verzo from standing back up.
Verzo won't allow Richards to pass to mount.
Richards is taking a breather. Verzo says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Richards is pressing down on Verzo's thigh, looking to free his foot. Verzo is holding on for now.
Richards looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T1#
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Richards tries to score a power double leg takedown but Verzo sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Richards somewhat.#CL#
Richards gets tackled into the cage by Verzo. Verzo maintains the clinch.
Richards keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Verzo's efforts to push away.
Verzo lands a nice elbow.
Verzo landing knees to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Richards's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T2#
Verzo prevents a takedown attempt there.
Richards goes for a takedown in the clinch but Verzo prevents it.
#TD2#
Richards is trying to trip Verzo. He has hold of a leg but Verzo is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Richards persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#ES#
Verzo kicks Richards off and gets to his feet.
Verzo doesn't manage to clinch there - Richards circles away.
Verzo tries to clinch up.
Verzo lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Richards backs up against the cage.
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!
Verzo lands a two punch combo.
Verzo scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Verzo tries to clinch up but Richards circles away and keeps his distance.
Richards is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Richards on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Verzo is breathing heavily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Richards is defended easily by Verzo.
Verzo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T3##TD2#
Richards drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Richards taking a breather here.
Richards's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Verzo pushes Richards away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Richards gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Richards controlling the position from side mount. #T4#
More stalling from Richards.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Richards with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kaleo Verzo dominated that round.
That's time! Verzo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD2#
Richards closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Verzo's guard.
Richards's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Richards stops Verzo from standing up.
Richards works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Billy Richards has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Verzo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Richards can do to turn this around?
Richards works his foot free and advances to mount.
Richards takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2##T3#
Richards moves to the back.
Richards is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Let's hope that Richards has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Richards 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! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Richards shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Verzo manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Richards sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Richards.
Richards is continuing to stall.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Richards trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Richards not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Richards throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Verzo's waist but Verzo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Richards off to one side. #TD2#
Richards shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Verzo napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Richards just content to control the position. #T2#
Yet more stalling tactics from Richards.#T3#
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Verzo tries to sprawl but Richards drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Richards uses his free foot to push down on Verzo's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Verzo. #T4#
Richards controlling the position easily from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Billy Richards comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Richards 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:29
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 27:29
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 27:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Richards! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 15, 2023 |
#R1#
Compton fails with the takedown.
Compton lands a head kick!
Compton dives in for a single leg takedown but Richards sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
Compton gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Richards seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Compton throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Richards pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Compton is keeping the position for now.
Richards is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1#
Richards postures up.
Richards controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Richards slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
You can see the frustration on Compton's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Richards is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Compton will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Compton struggling a bit here.
Compton is looking to regain half guard here but Richards keeps moving and retains side control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Compton can do anything to dispel that myth.
Compton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Richards controlling from side mount.
Richards seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Compton for as long as he can get away with.#T3##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Richards definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Richards closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Compton quickly recovers to half guard.
Richards wants to pass to mount but Compton is defending the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Richards content to control rather than advance. #T4#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Compton tries to roll over but Richards keeps him under control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Richards dominated that round.
That's time! Richards's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL2#
Compton has Richards up against the cage in a clinch.
Compton prevents Richards from breaking the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Compton.
Compton utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#TD2#
Compton pulls guard.
Richards won't allow Compton to sweep him here.
Compton trying to keep a closed guard but Richards is proving a slippery customer.
Richards slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Compton is looking to stand up but Richards isn't so interested in that idea.
Compton being controlled here, momentarily. #T1#
Richards's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Billy Richards overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Richards looking to pass the guard.
Richards controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Compton wants to clinch#TD#
and Richards counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Richards not doing much here.
Richards is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Compton can do to turn this around?#T2#
Richards trying to mount his opponent but Compton defends it.
Richards is controlling the pace.
Richards frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Richards controlling from mount. #T3#
Compton tries to lock up and control but Richards gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Richards controlling the pace for now. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Compton is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Richards controlling his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Richards dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Compton shoots for a double leg takedown but Richards sprawls well. He's pushed Compton's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Richards throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Compton's waist but Compton gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Richards off to one side.
Richards dives in and grabs Compton's left leg, looking for a takedown. Compton pushes down on Richards's head and hops out.
Billy Richards seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Richards shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Richards passes to full mount!
Richards tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Compton is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T1#
Richards controlling his opponent.
Compton tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Richards controlling the position easily from mount.
Compton keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Compton stops Richards from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Richards sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Compton is trying to escape the mount but Richards keeps good control and instead manages to take Compton's back.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T3#
Richards has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Compton tries to break free.
Richards is riding his opponent, not letting Compton buck him off.
Compton is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#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.
Richards is riding his opponent, not letting Compton buck him off.
Richards continues to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Diego Compton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
And that's the end of the fight!
Billy Richards showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Richards, 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Richards! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Richards will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Wilkinson connects with a looping right hand.
Billy Richards seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wilkinson throws a shot to the body.
Wilkinson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Wilkinson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Wilkinson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Wilkinson throws a nice head kick!
Richards misses with a takedown
enabling Wilkinson to counter with a crisp jab.
Conor Wilkinson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Richards.
Richards is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#TD2#
Richards shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Richards showed some decent athleticism there.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Richards content to control rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB2#
Richards is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Wilkinson is trying to stand back up but Richards is controlling him
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Richards seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Wilkinson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wilkinson misses with a wild combination.
#TD2#
Richards dives in and scores a takedown into Wilkinson's guard.#T3#
Richards trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Richards is pushing down on Wilkinson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Wilkinson is fighting to maintain full guard but Richards has managed to sneak the leg through.
Wilkinson is breathing heavily.
Richards seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Richards moves nicely into side control.
Wilkinson seems a little lost for a moment, as Richards dominates the positioning.
Wilkinson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Richards's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Conor Wilkinson dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Richards closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Wilkinson quickly recovers to half guard.
Richards is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Wilkinson!
Richards content just to control the position here.
Richards has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Roosters Coop. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Richards is continuing to stall.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
More stalling from Richards.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Richards fails to advance to Wilkinson's back. #T3#
Richards looking to control and managing it successfully.
Richards wants to take his opponent's back but Wilkinson doesn't allow it.
Richards looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Richards with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
The adventures of Richards the control monster continue. Boring.
Wilkinson is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Richards has taken his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Richards has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Wilkinson's body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Richards showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Richards shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Richards is controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Richards is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Richards mounts Wilkinson! Really nice guard pass there!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Richards sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Richards wants to take Wilkinson's back but he can't do it this time.
Richards has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Richards sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3##T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Billy Richards comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Richards 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Richards! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 01, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Richards shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Mauerberger is trying to stand back up but Richards is controlling him
Mauerberger trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Richards trying to pass the guard but Mauerberger defending well. #ES#
Mauerberger manages to escape and get back to his feet! #TD2#
Richards manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Mauerberger on his heels. He'll look to pass Mauerberger's guard now, I'm sure.#ES#
Mauerberger is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Richards presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC#
Mauerberger breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mauerberger is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Mauerberger scores with a nice right hand.
Mauerberger lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Mauerberger connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #TD2#
Richards shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Richards was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Richards controls the position. #T1#
It looks like Richards might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Mauerberger is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Mauerberger trying to remain calm as Richards controls from the top position.
Mauerberger wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Richards takes a little break here. Mauerberger wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Let's hope that Richards has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#SUB2#
Richards is trying to get an arm triangle but Mauerberger is defending well.
Mauerberger is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Richards asserts his dominance and retains side control.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
You can see the frustration on Mauerberger's face as Richards controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mauerberger is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Richards has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Mauerberger being controlled for a moment. #T3##REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Mauerberger throws a quick inside leg kick.
Richards with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Mauerberger to score with a decent uppercut.#TD2#
Richards shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Mauerberger's guard.
Mauerberger being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
Richards's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Richards.
Mauerberger wants to stand and escape but Richards is having none of it.
Mauerberger can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Richards controls the pace.
Richards advances position into side control!
Richards controlling the position from side mount.
Yet more stalling tactics from Richards.
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 Daniel Mauerberger will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Mauerberger throws a right hand that Richards ducks under and follows up with a left that Richards also avoids with ease.
Mauerberger lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Mauerberger is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Mauerberger throws a sloppy head kick and Richards moves out of range easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Mauerberger's jab looks to have found its range, popping Richards under the eye.
Mauerberger lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
#TD2#
Richards manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Mauerberger on his heels. He'll look to pass Mauerberger's guard now, I'm sure.
Mauerberger is looking to stand back up but Richards counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Mauerberger. #REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Richards is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Richards is looking for a kimura here.
Mauerberger wants to get back to his feet.
Richards keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T1##T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Richards is continuing to stall.
Richards has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Mauerberger has given up his back, trying to stand up. Not clever.
I would not like to be Mauerberger right now.
Mauerberger wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB2#
Mauerberger showing good submission defense here.
Richards is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
More stalling from Richards.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Mauerberger is trying to stand back up.
Richards controls the position.
The adventures of Richards the control monster continue. Boring.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Richards showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD2#
Mauerberger gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Mauerberger wants to get back to his feet but Richards passes into half guard.
#REVR#
Richards slows the pace down in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mauerberger is looking to escape.#T1#
Richards not doing much here.
#ES#
Mauerberger has one foot on Richards's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
A low kick lands for Mauerberger.
#TD2#
Richards drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Mauerberger is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Richards slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Mauerberger is wriggling around but Richards manages to pass to half guard.
Still in half guard, Richards seems content to control.#T2#
Richards wants to pass to mount but Mauerberger is defending the position.
Mauerberger wants to get back to his feet.
Richards is controlling the pace.
Richards with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T3#
Richards prevents Mauerberger from standing back up.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Mauerberger listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Richards stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mauerberger.
Richards avoids a punch combination nicely.
#TD2#
Richards throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Mauerberger was covering up waiting for the punch and Richards finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Richards slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Richards is standing up over Mauerberger. Mauerberger looks to escape but Richards dives into side control.
You can see the frustration on Mauerberger's face as Richards controls the position. #T4#
Mauerberger is trying to buck Richards off.
A lull in the action here as Richards stalls from top position.
Mauerberger is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Richards is staying tight to Mauerberger's torso, preventing him from escaping.
And that's the end of the fight!
Billy Richards comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Richards 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 Valeri Chadov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Richards! |
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Event:
AW Invitational - Round 3
Date: Nov 04, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Billy Richards! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Axel Randall!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Jonathan Paton and Columbo Gatti.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Randall shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Richards as he avoids it easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Randall or perhaps it was just good defense by Richards, which made it look bad.
Randall shoots in for a double leg but Richards sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Billy Richards has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Axel Randall.
Nice takedown defense from Richards. No joy for Randall on that attempt.
Randall doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Richards counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Randall has eaten all the pies!#TD#
Richards has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Randall uses from the top position.
Richards keeping moving, preventing Randall from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Richards will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Richards looking for subs off his back but Randall has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T1#
Richards moves into full guard.
Richards has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Randall has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Richards (0) vs (3) Randall
Randall trying to control the position but Richards is working away. #SUB2#
Randall in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Richards is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Axel Randall!
Axel Randall thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
AW Invitational - Round 2
Date: Nov 01, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Bernhard River Jr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Billy Richards!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Eddie Farnsworth and Lou da Vinci.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Richards drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: River Jr (0) vs (4) Richards
River Jr regains half guard.#SUB2#
Richards is sneakily working for an arm triangle but River Jr sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
River Jr looking for submissions off his back.
River Jr gets full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
River Jr had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Richards defends it easily.#SUB#
River Jr has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Richards should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, River Jr has tightened it up now! Richards should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bernhard River Jr!
Bernhard River Jr thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
AW Invitational - Round 1
Date: Oct 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Billy Richards! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Rip Dolomite!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Franklyn Lucas and Jonathan Paton.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Dolomite closes the distance and pushes Richards back into the cage.#TD2#
Dolomite decides to pull guard.
Dolomite keeping full guard, as Richards tries to pass.
Richards trying to control the position from guard on top but Dolomite is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dolomite being controlled here, momentarily.
Richards has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Dolomite is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Richards (0) vs (2) Dolomite
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Dolomite is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T1#
Richards wants to get back to full guard but Dolomite has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Richards (0) vs (5) Dolomite
Richards manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Dolomite prevents Richards from improving his position.#SUB2#
Dolomite is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Richards is staying active underneath Dolomite, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
Richards holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Dolomite passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Richards (0) vs (8) Dolomite#SUB2#
Dolomite throws some shoulder strikes here and then postures up. Oh, he's gone for an armbar! Richards has his hands clasped together but Dolomite breaks the hold and Richards is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over! That was lightning fast by Dolomite!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rip Dolomite!
A relieved looking Rip Dolomite thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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