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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 17, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Krupin shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Krupin is looking to pass into half guard but Hodges pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hodges is in guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Krupin has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hodges can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hodges preventing the sweep.
Krupin seems keen to control Hodges's posture.
Krupin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hodges wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krupin controlling the action here. #T1#
It looks like Krupin 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.
Krupin prevents Hodges from standing back up.
Krupin stalling.
Hodges is trying to control but Krupin passes into side control!
Krupin has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Hodges!#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.
Krupin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Krupin is continuing to stall.
Hodges tries to hold on but Krupin pushes him away. #T3#
Hodges tries to reverse the position but Krupin maintains control.
Krupin controlling from the full mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hodges could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Krupin looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Krupin controlling from the full mount. #SUB2#
Krupin looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hodges tries to reverse the position but Krupin maintains control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Krupin dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Krupin shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Hodges's guard.
Fedor Krupin has got the better of the ground game so far.
Krupin controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The adventures of Krupin the control monster continue. Boring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Krupin pushes down on Hodges's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Krupin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Krupin uses his free foot to push down on Hodges's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Hodges.
Krupin controlling his opponent. #T2#
Krupin's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T3##SUB2#
Krupin is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Hodges has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Hodges!
Krupin keeping moving, preventing Hodges from controlling successfully. #T4#
Krupin pulls Hodges in to control the position. #SUB2#
Krupin has an active guard here but Hodges has managed to pass into half guard.
Krupin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Krupin makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Krupin.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Krupin 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! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Krupin shoots for a takedown but Hodges saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
As Krupin tries to get set, Hodges tries to push him back and clinch up but Krupin manages to avoid the attempt.
Hodges fails with a takedown attempt.
Jeff Hodges is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Hodges has closed the distance and engaged Krupin in a clinch.
Krupin has Hodges pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hodges manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hodges prevents the takedown attempt.
Jeff Hodges has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fedor Krupin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krupin is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hodges is defending well.
Hodges tries for a takedown but Krupin manages to get underhooks.
Krupin has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hodges avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Hodges lands a nice uppercut.
Krupin takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Krupin wants to take the fight to the mat but Hodges manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Krupin drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hodges gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Krupin tries for a takedown. No joy.
Hodges is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Krupin gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hodges misses with a short punch on the inside.
Krupin has Hodges pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hodges manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Krupin wants a takedown.
Hodges looking for a takedown.
Hodges stalls.
Krupin prevents a takedown attempt there.
#T2#
Hodges drops down looking for an ankle pick but Krupin pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD#
Hodges closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hodges lands in his opponent's guard.
Hodges trying to control the position from guard on top but Krupin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Krupin working for a triangle but Hodges defends it easily.
#T3#
Hodges is looking to work some ground and pound but Krupin has wrist control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Krupin can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB2#
Krupin is looking for a triangle here but Hodges uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Krupin can't do much from the bottom here.
Krupin is trying to get back to half guard.
Krupin is trying to work for a sweep but Hodges has mounted him!#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Krupin is working to get back to half guard.
Krupin is still trying to improve position.
Hodges manages to capitalize on a mistake by Krupin to take his back!
Krupin wants to escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jeff Hodges has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fedor Krupin is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Hodges avoiding Krupin 's attempts to control his hands.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jeff Hodges showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Krupin 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fedor Krupin!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 15, 2016 |
#R1#
A punch combination from Feingold misses. #CL2#
Smith tries to keep at a distance but Feingold has taken the fight into the clinch.
Smith jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Feingold walks away with a smile on his face. Smith gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Justin Feingold seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smith changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Feingold tries to avoid it but Smith manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Feingold to the ground. Feingold escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Smith lands with a right hand. #CL2#
Feingold forces Smith back against the cage and clinches.
Smith goes for a takedown attempt but Feingold pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jefferey Smith. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smith slips a jab and a cross from Feingold.
#TD2#
Feingold dives in and scores a takedown into Smith's guard.
Smith is looking to stand up but Feingold isn't so interested in that idea.
Smith throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Smith will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1#
Feingold prevents Smith from getting back to his feet.
Smith throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Smith has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB2#
Feingold postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Smith is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Feingold, into his guard. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Feingold is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Feingold really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Smith. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Feingold wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Smith engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Feingold controlling Smith's posture.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Smith accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Feingold is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Feingold tries to clinch
and Smith counters with a left and a right that stings Feingold.
A punch combination from Feingold misses. #TD2#
Feingold feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Feingold trying to control the position from guard on top but Smith is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Smith wants to stand but Feingold is controlling the position.
Feingold throwing strikes from guard but Smith blocks nicely.
Smith will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Smith keeping moving, preventing Feingold from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Feingold is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Smith is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Smith has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Feingold wants to get back to his feet but Smith is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Feingold keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Feingold is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Smith defends well.
Feingold not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Justin Feingold will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Smith checks the leg kick.
Feingold doesn't manage to clinch there - Smith circles away.
#CL2#
Feingold takes the fight into the clinch.
Smith really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Feingold. #BC2#
Feingold escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD2#
Feingold shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES#
Smith has one foot on Feingold's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Feingold tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Smith counters with a three punch combo that has Feingold backing up. Feingold nods at Smith to acknowledge the strikes.#T1##CL2#
Feingold has Smith up against the cage in a clinch.
Smith effectively controlling the action here.
Smith has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Feingold is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Feingold softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Smith tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Feingold just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD2#
Feingold has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Smith is trying to keep an underhook but Feingold manages to get the takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smith is not content to let Feingold control the position.
Smith keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Jefferey Smith overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2##SUB2#
Feingold wants to work for an arm triangle but Smith is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Smith looks like he's trying to stand up.
Smith is staying active underneath Feingold, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Feingold throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Smith throws a right and a left that both miss.#TD2#
Feingold fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Smith to the ground. Feingold is now in Smith's guard.#ES#
Smith scrambles and gets back to his feet.
#T3#
Smith keeps the fight on the outside.
Smith throws a big counter combination but Feingold scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD2#
Feingold shoots in and gets a takedown into Smith's guard.
Feingold is breathing heavily.
Feingold trying to stand up but can't free himself from Smith's guard.
Feingold trying to control the position from guard on top but Smith is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Feingold is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Feingold wants to stand and escape but instead Smith has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR##T4#
Feingold can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Smith controls the pace.
Feingold preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Smith chips away with some ground and pound.
Smith with a flurry of punches that miss.
Smith keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Feingold's head.
Smith pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Feingold is keeping the position for now.
Feingold keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Jefferey Smith will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3##TD2#
Feingold closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Smith to the mat! Smith manages to get full guard.
Feingold must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Feingold postures up and lands a big shot to Smith's brow.
Feingold trying to control the position from guard on top but Smith is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Feingold missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Smith keeping moving, preventing Feingold from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Feingold tries to free his leg and advance position but Smith is retaining full guard. #T1##SU2#
Feingold stands and steps away. Smith gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Feingold throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Feingold fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD#
Smith drives through with a takedown into Feingold's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Smith trying to control but Feingold is working from the bottom.
Feingold looking to control but Smith passes into half guard.
Smith is stalling here. Feingold is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Smith seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Feingold has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T2#
Feingold is trying to move to mount but Smith reverses beautifully and ends up in Feingold's guard. #SUB2#
Feingold throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Feingold takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Smith controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Smith lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T3#
Feingold wants to sweep here but Smith controlling him for the moment.
Smith's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Smith wants to stand but Feingold has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Smith trying to control but Feingold is working from the bottom.
Smith looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Smith trying to control the position from guard on top but Feingold is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Feingold is trying to control the position but Smith postures up.
Smith slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Smith wants to lay and pray for a moment but Feingold keeps working.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Smith wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Feingold, who protects the arm well.
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 Jefferey Smith.
I think Smith has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Jefferey Smith!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 12, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Smith gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Skrald to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Skrald content to stall in guard here.
Skrald passes Smith's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Skrald is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Smith defends it well. #SUB2#
Skrald is looking for submissions but instead, Smith has regained full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith wants to control the position but Skrald says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Skrald is looking for a kimura but Smith is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Skrald to get the leverage.
Skrald uses his free foot to push down on Smith's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Smith.
Skrald throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Smith because Skrald loaded up on that one.
Skrald thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
#SUB2#
Skrald goes for an armbar but Smith turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Smith.
Skrald is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T2#
Skrald seems keen to control Smith's posture.
Skrald keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully.
Smith trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Skrald keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully. #ES2#
Skrald pushes Smith off and gets back to his feet.
#T3##TD2#
Skrald feints and as Smith raises his hands in defense, Skrald changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Smith throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Skrald looking to sit in guard and control but Smith gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Smith postures up.
Smith preventing the sweep.
Smith trying to control but Skrald is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smith controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4#
Skrald pulls Smith in close to prevent any damage.
Smith pushing down on Skrald's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Smith takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Smith seems to be working for a kimura but Skrald defends the submission attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smith is controlling the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Conor Skrald dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##TD2#
Skrald shoots in and gets a takedown into Smith's guard.
Smith really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Smith throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Skrald not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SU2#
Skrald stands up from guard. Let's bang!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Skrald shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Smith napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Skrald is looking to take a break and control but Smith is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Smith is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T1#
Skrald looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Smith is avoiding damage well.
Smith regains half guard there - taking advantage of Skrald's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Skrald throws a strike but Smith avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Smith keeping moving, preventing Skrald from controlling successfully.
Skrald controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Skrald's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Skrald throws an elbow that misses. Smith uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Skrald's guard. Nice move by Smith!#REVR##SU#
Smith stands and steps away. Skrald gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Skrald showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Smith.
#T3#
Nice uppercut lands for Skrald. That snapped Smith's head back.
Skrald doesn't manage to clinch there - Smith circles away.
#TD2#
Skrald looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Skrald is looking to stall here but Smith recovers full guard.
Smith thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Smith keeping moving, preventing Skrald from controlling successfully. #T4#
Skrald passes Smith's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Skrald is pressing down on Smith's thigh, looking to free his foot. Smith is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Skrald is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Smith to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Skrald tries to stand but Smith is controlling from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Conor Skrald will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Smith throws a jab when Skrald was well out of range.
Skrald leaves Smith with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
And Skrald tries to counter it with a takedown but Smith pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD2#
Skrald shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Smith is trying to defend but Skrald finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES#
Smith kicks off Skrald and gets to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Smith gets caught napping as Skrald dives in and scores a takedown. Smith manages to retain guard.
Smith will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
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!
Smith throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Skrald looking to sit in guard and control but Smith gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T1##SUB2#
Skrald has an active guard here but Smith has managed to pass into half guard.
#SU#
Smith stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #TD#
Skrald tries to sprawl but Smith drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Skrald tries to roll over but Smith keeps him under control.
Skrald takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Skrald is refusing to be controlled, as Smith sits in half guard.
Skrald gets back to full guard.
#T2#
Smith being controlled here momentarily.
Smith looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Smith's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Skrald wants to sweep here but Smith controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Skrald keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully.
Skrald being controlled here, momentarily.
Smith passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Skrald looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SU#
Smith decides to return to a standing position. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
The fight stays on the outside here - Skrald looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD2#
Skrald fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Smith to the ground. Skrald is now in Smith's guard.
Skrald throws an elbow that misses. Smith uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Skrald's guard. Nice move by Smith!#REVR#
Jefferey Smith overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Skrald working a defensive guard here.
Smith lands a couple of digs.
Jefferey Smith has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Conor Skrald is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smith postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jefferey Smith showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Skrald 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Conor Skrald!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 09, 2016 |
#R1#
Padilla shoots in looking for a takedown. Hodges tries to sprawl out of it but Padilla keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hodges manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Padilla looks for a takedown but Hodges sprawls well.
Padilla fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hodges avoids it really well and circles away.
Hodges tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Padilla manages to circle out of the way.
Jeff Hodges has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nero Padilla.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Padilla with a lazy takedown attempt #TD#
and Hodges counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES2#
Padilla manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Hodges could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Hodges wants to take the fight to the mat but Padilla manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Padilla looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T1##TD2#
Padilla successfully pulls guard.
#SUB2#
Padilla is looking for a triangle here but Hodges uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Hodges tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Padilla manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Padilla seems to be looking for submissions.
Hodges trying to control here.
Padilla seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
#T2#
Hodges wants to control but Padilla is keeping busy.
Padilla throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Hodges trying to control here.
Padilla prevents Hodges from standing back up.
Hodges is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hodges keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T3##SUB2#
Padilla looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Hodges wants to control but Padilla is keeping busy.
#SU2#
Padilla decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #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.
Padilla looks to land a body kick but Hodges moved away.
Hodges keeps Padilla at a distance using the push kick.
Hodges throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Padilla goes for a double leg but Hodges avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Hodges continues to drive forward.
Padilla tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hodges defends well and Padilla ends up having to push Hodges into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Padilla looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Hodges tries to counter with a takedown but Padilla is quick to defend against it.
Padilla shoots and misses #CL#
and Hodges counters by moving into the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Padilla gets underhooks to prevent Hodges's takedown attempt.
Hodges tries to pull guard but Padilla forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Nero Padilla will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Padilla pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Hodges dives in and grabs Padilla's left leg, looking for a takedown. Padilla pushes down on Hodges's head and hops out.#CL2#
Padilla instigates a clinch.
Padilla is trying to force a seperation but Hodges has the dominant position.
Hodges prevents Padilla from breaking the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #TD2#
Padilla jumps into guard, dragging Hodges to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Padilla has Hodges pulled in close to control his posture. #T1##SUB#
Hodges drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Padilla manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Hodges has Padilla in his guard.#REVB#
Padilla looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hodges looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Padilla stays in close to Hodges's body and controls the position.
Padilla wants to pass the guard but Hodges is keeping the position.
Padilla throws a strike but Hodges rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Padilla wants to sweep here but Hodges controlling him for the moment.
Hodges throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hodges stops Padilla from standing up. #T3#
Padilla bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hodges's guard. #REVB#
Padilla pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hodges is keeping the position for now.
Padilla throwing strikes but missing.
Padilla sitting in guard, not really doing much. #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.
Padilla stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hodges swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hodges is trying to keep Padilla in close.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jeff Hodges is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Padilla is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hodges sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nice takedown defense from Hodges. No joy for Padilla on that attempt.
Hodges throws a counter high kick but Padilla was just alert enough to avoid it.
Padilla tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nero Padilla 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#
Padilla fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Padilla looks to land a combination. Hodges sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CUT2#
It looks like Jeff Hodges has been cut.
Padilla swats away the attempt to clinch by Hodges.
Padilla now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Padilla has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Padilla slaps away a takedown attempt from Hodges, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL2#
Padilla clinches up with Hodges and pushes him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hodges is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Padilla is defending well.
Hodges has Padilla pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Padilla manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeff Hodges. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1##TD2#
Padilla gets control of Hodges's arms and successfully pulls guard. Padilla will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Hodges trying to control the position from guard on top but Padilla is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Padilla is looking for a triangle but Hodges pushes his legs off easily.
Padilla trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Padilla wants to sweep but no luck.
Padilla managing to control the position.
Hodges has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Padilla looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hodges throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Padilla throws the kick towards the body but Hodges avoids it.#CL2#
Padilla gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Hodges jumps guard but Padilla turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Padilla wants to get back to striking at distance but Hodges won't allow it.
Padilla is looking to break free of the clinch but Hodges has double underhooks. #T3#
Padilla tries to pull guard but Hodges holds him up against the cage and eventually Padilla drops back down to his feet.
Padilla slowing the pace effectively.
Hodges wants a takedown.
Hodges wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Hodges goes for a takedown in the clinch but Padilla prevents it.
Padilla has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hodges avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Padilla stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Padilla is trying to push Hodges away but Hodges has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Padilla is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hodges is defending well.#TD2#
Padilla gets control of Hodges's arms and successfully pulls guard. Padilla will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Padilla takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2#
Padilla throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Padilla working a defensive guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nero Padilla comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Padilla 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nero Padilla!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 06, 2016 |
#R1#
Wilson shoots in looking for a takedown. Lewis tries to sprawl out of it but Wilson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lewis manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Lewis really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Lewis jumps into guard, dragging Wilson to the mat.
Wilson trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Lewis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Wilson defends well.
Wilson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Lewis pulls Wilson in to control the position.
Wilson stands up over Lewis, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Wilson trying to control but Lewis is working from the bottom.
Wilson tries to stand but Lewis is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Lewis is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Lewis looking for a guillotine here but Wilson defends easily.
#SUB#
Lewis has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Wilson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Wilson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Lewis is proving hard to escape from. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lewis controlling the position.
Wilson postures up.
Wilson would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SU2#
Wilson stands up and waves to Lewis to follow him. #CL2#
Wilson closes the distance and clinches.
A frustrated look appears on Wilson's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T3#
Lewis letting Wilson take a breather here.
Wilson tries to break free but Lewis pushes him back against the cage.
Wilson is trying to maintain a safe position but Lewis gets an underhook and turns Wilson into the cage.#BC2#
Wilson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wilson throws a low kick, looking for Lewis's leg but Lewis calmly moves out of range. #CL#
Wilson tries to keep at a distance but Lewis has taken the fight into the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Lewis.
Wilson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Wilson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lewis to keep the fight standing.#T4##BC#
Lewis breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wilson with a poor takedown #CL#
and Lewis holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Rex Lewis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roger Wilson.#BC#
Lewis pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Lewis has closed the distance and engaged Wilson in a clinch.
Wilson lands a nice shot to the body. #BC#
Lewis escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lewis tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Wilson has managed to clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wilson tries to pull guard but Lewis forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Lewis tries to pull guard but Wilson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Rex Lewis will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Wilson misses with a body kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Lewis.
Wilson fails with the takedown#CL#
and Lewis holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC2#
Wilson breaks from the clinch.
Lewis avoids the body shot from Wilson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Lewis fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Wilson, pushing him back against the cage.
Wilson keeps control of Lewis as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Wilson tries to pull guard but Lewis holds him up against the cage and eventually Wilson drops back down to his feet.
#TD#
Lewis pulls guard effortlessly. #T1#
Wilson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Wilson wants to get up but he can't break Lewis's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Wilson trying to control the position from guard on top but Lewis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lewis controlling the position.
Wilson wants to pass the guard but Lewis is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Lewis is trying to push Wilson off with his feet but Wilson grabs hold of one of the legs and drops back looking for a submission! He's cranking on one of Lewis's ankles and Lewis is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Ankle Lock). Roger Wilson!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 02, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Allessandri gets a double leg takedown into Smith's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Allessandri wants to control from the top but Smith keeps moving.
Allessandri controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Allessandri lands a couple of digs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Allessandri in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Smith keeping moving, preventing Allessandri from controlling successfully.
Smith working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Allessandri.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Allessandri with a flurry of punches that miss.
Allessandri throws a big elbow that misses.
Allessandri trying to control but Smith is working from the bottom.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T1##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Allessandri fails in his attempt to clinch.
Smith misses with a series of wild punches.
#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Allessandri.
Allessandri should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Allessandri in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Smith is trying to control Allessandri's posture but Allessandri avoids it. #T2##SUB2#
Allessandri is trying to get an arm triangle but Smith is defending well. #SUB2#
Allessandri is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Smith knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
My spies in Cozad MMA Las Vegas inform me that Allessandri has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Allessandri tries to stand but Smith is controlling his head. #T3#
Smith throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Allessandri wants to stand but Smith has his arm trapped.
An elbow from Allessandri crashes against the mat.
Allessandri works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Allessandri throws an elbow but Smith slips to the side and avoids it well.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Allessandri wants to stand but Smith is controlling his arm.
Smith is trying to get back to his feet.
Allessandri wants to stand but Smith is controlling his arm.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Allessandri is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Smith.#TD2#
Allessandri dives in and scores a takedown into Smith's guard.
Allessandri has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Allessandri looks winded!
Smith utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Smith really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Allessandri has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Smith is proving hard to escape from.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Allessandri content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smith keeping moving, preventing Allessandri from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roberto Allessandri dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Allessandri darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Allessandri trying to mount his opponent but Smith defends it.
Roberto Allessandri has got the better of the ground game so far.
Smith is not content to let Allessandri control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Allessandri seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Allessandri trying to control the action but Smith is working from the bottom. #T1#
Smith striking from the bottom.
Smith punching from the bottom.
Allessandri controlling the action here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Smith throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2#
and Allessandri counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Allessandri.
Allessandri is breathing heavily.
Smith keeping moving, preventing Allessandri from controlling successfully.
Allessandri is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Allessandri wants to control from the top but Smith keeps moving. #T2#
Smith wants to stand but Allessandri is controlling the position.
Allessandri trying to control the position from guard on top but Smith is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Smith lands with a nice combination. Allessandri backs away looking to recover.
Allessandri slips a jab and a cross from Smith.
Smith throws a one two combo.
Allessandri fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Allessandri wants to slow Smith down by chopping away at his legs.
Smith throws a right hand that Allessandri ducks under and follows up with a left that Allessandri also avoids with ease.
No joy there for Smith, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Allessandri swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jefferey Smith is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Smith forces Allessandri back against the cage and clinches.
Allessandri lands a shoulder strike. #T4##TD2#
Allessandri has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Smith uses from the top position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Allessandri is looking to stand up but Smith isn't so interested in that idea.
Allessandri not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Smith's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Smith passes into half guard.
Smith lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Smith will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Jefferey Smith will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Allessandri changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Smith looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Smith tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.#SUB2#
Smith preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Allessandri.
Allessandri trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Allessandri takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Allessandri missing with strikes. #T1#
Smith looking very determined here, making life difficult for Allessandri.
#SUB2#
Allessandri working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Smith prevents Allessandri from getting a body triangle.
Smith is trying to stand back up.
Allessandri has the hooks in. Smith is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Allessandri is throwing shots to the body but Smith manages to wriggle free. Allessandri pounces on him again and ends up in Smith's guard.
Allessandri stays in close to Smith's body and controls the position.
Allessandri wants to stand but Smith has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Allessandri with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Smith keeping moving, preventing Allessandri from controlling successfully.
Allessandri throwing strikes but missing.
Smith keeping moving, preventing Allessandri from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Allessandri is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Smith.#T4##TD2#
Allessandri shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Smith regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Allessandri.
Allessandri throws a big right hand that misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Allessandri stops Smith from standing up.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Roberto Allessandri.
I think Allessandri 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roberto Allessandri!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 01, 2016 |
#R1#
Warner jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2#
Warner moves into the clinch successfully.
Warner lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lewis tries to throw a body punch but Warner avoids it by throwing Lewis back against the cage.
Lewis is looking to break free of the clinch but Warner has double underhooks.
Warner using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Lewis has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
#BC2#
Warner escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Warner closes the distance and clinches.
A short left from Warner.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lewis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lewis has had enough of the clinch but Warner keeps him there for the moment.
Warner is trying to pull guard but Lewis turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC#
Lewis's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
A thudding body kick lands there by Warner!
Warner throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Warner tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
As Warner tries to get set, Lewis tries to push him back and clinch up but Warner manages to avoid the attempt.
Warner circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lewis tries to close the distance and clinch up but Warner swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Warner circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL2#
Warner has taken the fight to the clinch.
Warner is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Lewis is defending well.
Lewis really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Warner fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Rex Lewis has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stephen Warner.
Warner lands an elbow inside that Lewis shrugs off. #CUT2#
It looks like Rex Lewis has been cut.
Warner prevents Lewis from breaking the clinch.#T2#
A short uppercut from Warner. #BC2#
Warner breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Warner fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lewis, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Warner breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Warner shoots in for a double leg but Lewis sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lewis tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Warner manages to circle out of the way.
Lewis tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Warner paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Warner is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL#
Lewis moves into the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Lewis jumps guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Warner accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Lewis working for a triangle but Warner defends it easily.
Warner has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Warner postures up in Lewis's guard and throws a big left but Lewis blocks it. #T3#
Lewis wants to control but Warner passes easily into half guard.
Warner missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Lewis won't allow Warner to pass to mount.
Warner works his foot free and advances to mount.
Warner connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
#ROC2#
Lewis is rocked!#SUB2#
Warner has control of Lewis's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Lewis regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Oh Lewis is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Warner postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Lewis badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Warner around the waist but Warner pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Warner is the winner by TKO! Warner jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stephen Warner!
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