Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 12, 2017

#R1#
Fialho misses with the body kick#TD#
and Branch counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Branch working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Fialho is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Branch is controlling him. #ES2#
Fialho has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Branch off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Fialho fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Branch.#TD2#
Branch gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Fialho to score an easy takedown into full guard.
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!
Fialho looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Fialho wants to control from the top but Branch keeps moving. #T1#
Fialho slips nicely into half guard.
Fialho keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SU2#
Fialho stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Branch to get to his feet.
Branch fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Fialho throws a series of punches but Branch moves out of range.
Branch feinted with a counter takedown.
Fialho fails to land with a series of punches.
Fialho tries to clinch but Branch is having none of it. #TD2#
Fialho feints and as Branch raises his hands in defense, Fialho changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Fialho throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
Fialho 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.
Fialho trying to control the position from guard on top but Branch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fialho sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Fialho must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#ES#
Branch has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Fialho off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Fialho tries to bum rush Branch with a series of wild strikes but Branch uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fialho moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#ROC2#
Branch is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Sal Branch has been cut.
Fialho grits his teeth and throws a big right-left combo! Branch takes both shots clean on the chin and is out cold! Fialho cracks him once more on his way down, as the crowd goes wild! They enjoyed that one!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Andre Fialho!
After winning the bout, Andre Fialho thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 05, 2017

#R1#
Redford is looking to slow Branch down with leg kicks.
Redford lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Branch backs up against the cage. #CUT2#
It looks like Sal Branch has been cut.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Redford, right into the meat.
Redford dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Branch shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Redford pinned against the cage. Redford gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Branch takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Redford misses with a two punch combination.
Redford throws a perfectly timed hook that sends Branch crashing down! Branch tries to stagger back to his feet but Redford just hammers him until the ref stops the fight! A confused Branch asks the ref what just happened. Poor fella.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ricky Redford!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 19, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Branch gets tackled into the cage by Ramirez. Ramirez maintains the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ramirez.
Branch fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Ramirez lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Ramirez breaks from the clinch.
Ramirez lands a body shot.
Ramirez scores with a push kick.
Ramirez scores with a shot to the body.
Branch is breathing heavily.
Branch walks straight into a right hand from Ramirez - that's dropped him! Ramirez jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Branch from any more punishment! Branch complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Edgar Ramirez!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 16, 2017

#R1#
McGruze moves in looking to clinch but Branch pushes him off.#TD2#
McGruze shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. McGruze showed some decent athleticism there. #ES#
Branch has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but McGruze is on him like a limpet, forcing Branch back against the cage.
McGruze has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
McGruze prevents the takedown attempt.
Branch tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. McGruze smiles and moves away. #TD2#
McGruze is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Branch's half guard.
McGruze prevents Branch from standing back up. #T1#
McGruze seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
McGruze 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. #SUB2#
McGruze is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Branch is doing well to control the position and prevent McGruze from advancing to side control.
McGruze wants to lay and pray for a moment but Branch keeps working.
Branch is trying to stand. #SU2#
McGruze decides to stand and escape the position. #T3##TD2#
McGruze shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Branch's guard.#SUB2#
McGruze is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Branch is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Branch has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
McGruze wants to sweep here but Branch controlling him for the moment.
McGruze will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Branch is in close to McGruze's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Branch with a flurry of punches that miss.
McGruze is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
McGruze working a defensive guard here.
McGruze preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4##SUB#
Branch thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
McGruze trying to strike off his back.
Branch throws a strike but McGruze rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
McGruze prevents Branch from getting back to his feet.
McGruze 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.
McGruze pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Branch is keeping the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McGruze controlling from the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Roland McGruze will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
McGruze tries to close the distance and clinch but Branch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD2#
McGruze shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Branch's guard.
Branch will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
McGruze trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Branch manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
McGruze is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. McGruze manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#TD2#
McGruze gets control of Branch's arms and successfully pulls guard. McGruze will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
McGruze throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
McGruze looking for a sweep. Not yet McGruze, not yet.
Branch is looking to work some ground and pound but McGruze has wrist control.
Branch wants to stand and escape but instead McGruze has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Branch can't keep his opponent in guard - McGruze advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
McGruze is trying to control. Branch wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
McGruze trying to control from Branch's half guard. Branch has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
McGruze won't allow Branch to get back to his feet.
McGruze stays in close to Branch's body and controls the position.
Branch is trying to keep McGruze in close. #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.
McGruze is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
McGruze loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McGruze 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.
McGruze prevents Branch from getting back to his feet.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
McGruze trying to control but Branch is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##TD2#
McGruze drives through with a takedown into Branch's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Branch wants to stand and escape but McGruze is having none of it.
McGruze trying to control but Branch is working from the bottom.
McGruze 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.
McGruze stands and throws Branch's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
McGruze is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Branch knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4#
McGruze throwing strikes but Branch manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
McGruze manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Branch stops McGruze from getting back to his feet.
McGruze blocking the ground and pound attempt from Branch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#ES2#
McGruze has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Branch is on him like a limpet, forcing McGruze back against the cage.#TD2#
McGruze turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and McGruze manages to end up in side control.
McGruze has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McGruze trying to control the action but Branch is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Roland McGruze 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#
Branch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGruze moves away.
Branch misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Branch will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
McGruze lands a right hook to the body.
McGruze tries to close the distance and clinch up but Branch swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Roland McGruze seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Branch fails to land the takedown.
McGruze tries a quick counter leg kick but Branch is wise to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sal Branch. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
McGruze shoots in and bounces Branch off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
McGruze passes into half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##SUB2#
McGruze is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Branch is just riding it out for now. McGruze eventually gives up the hold.
McGruze is taking a breather. Branch 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.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
McGruze is looking to advance position but Branch won't allow it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with McGruze in particular looking to stall.
McGruze is trying to control the action in half guard but Branch is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
McGruze trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
McGruze is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Roland McGruze has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
McGruze moves into full mount! Branch won't be happy about that!
Branch suckers McGruze into throwing a sloppy strike and uses the momentum to reverse the position beautifully! Branch is now in McGruze's guard!
McGruze preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SU#
Branch gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
McGruze misses with a two punch combination.
McGruze tries a head kick but it misses. #T4##TD2#
McGruze 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.#SU2#
McGruze decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD2#
McGruze manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Branch on his heels. He'll look to pass Branch's guard now, I'm sure.#ES#
Branch manages to escape and get back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Roland McGruze is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McGruze lands with a shot to the body. #TD2#
McGruze dives in and scores a takedown into Branch's guard.
Branch can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as McGruze controls the pace.
Sal Branch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Roland McGruze is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
McGruze pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Branch is keeping the position for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Roland McGruze comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well McGruze 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 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roland McGruze!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 30, 2017

#R1#
Buckner circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Camby moves into range and clinches up with Buckner.#BC2#
Camby breaks the clinch.
Marcus Camby seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Camby shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Buckner is trying to defend but Camby finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES#
Buckner has one foot on Camby's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Buckner takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT2#
It looks like Charley Buckner has been cut.
Buckner could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Camby clinches up against the cage.
Camby lands a shoulder strike. #TD2#
Camby jumps guard.
Camby has Buckner pulled in close to control his posture. #T1#
Buckner trying to control but Camby is working from the bottom.
Buckner is looking to work some ground and pound but Camby has wrist control.
Camby looking for a sweep. Not yet Camby, not yet.
Camby pulls Buckner in close to prevent any damage.
Buckner with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Buckner wants to get up but he can't break Camby's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Camby bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Buckner's guard. #REVB#
Buckner keeping moving, preventing Camby from controlling successfully.
Camby is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Camby trying to control the position from guard on top but Buckner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Buckner working a defensive guard here.
Camby trying to control the position from guard on top but Buckner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Buckner stuffs the takedown attempt from Camby. Camby gets slowly back to his feet.
Camby lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Camby tries to clinch but Buckner moves away
and Buckner counters with an inside leg kick. #TD2#
Camby feints and as Buckner raises his hands in defense, Camby changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Camby looks winded!
Buckner is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Buckner perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T4#
Buckner lands strikes from half guard.
Camby has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Buckner is working away from the top position though.
Buckner slows the pace down in half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Buckner thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Buckner is thwarting Camby's attempts to control the position.
Buckner is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Marcus Camby will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Charley Buckner's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Camby shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL#
and Buckner counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Buckner.
Buckner fails to pull guard.
Buckner jumps guard but Camby stands there with Buckner around his waist. Buckner gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Buckner tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Charley Buckner. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A shot in the inside from Camby.
Buckner fails to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Buckner pulls guard.
Camby is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Buckner keeping moving, preventing Camby from controlling successfully.
Charley Buckner overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Camby wants to pass the guard but Buckner is keeping the position.#SU2#
Camby stands and steps away. Buckner gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Camby shoots in looking for a takedown but Buckner manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Camby's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A counter left hand to the body from Buckner misses its target.#TD2#
Camby scores with a takedown into Buckner's guard.
Camby wanted to stand there but Buckner had control of the position.
Camby is breathing heavily.
Buckner lands a couple of decent looking body shots there. #T2#
Buckner trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Buckner controls Camby momentarily but Camby frees himself.
Camby trying to control the position from guard on top but Buckner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Buckner is looking to stand up but Camby isn't so interested in that idea.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Camby 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.
A head kick misses from Camby. #T3#
Camby slaps away a takedown attempt from Buckner, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Camby tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Camby rushes Buckner and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Buckner manages to pull guard.
Buckner trying to control the position.
Buckner looking to hit a scissor sweep but Camby is one step ahead there.
Buckner is looking to stand up but Camby isn't so interested in that idea. #T4#
Buckner pulls Camby in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Buckner throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Camby escapes and throws Buckner's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Camby tries to advance to mount but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marcus Camby showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Charley Buckner's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Camby gets a takedown into half guard.
Camby is thwarting Buckner's attempts to control the position.
Buckner keeping control of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buckner won't allow Camby to pass to mount. #T1#
Buckner wants to control but Camby is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Camby wants to stand but Buckner has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Camby is looking to take a break and control but Buckner is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Camby throwing shots but Buckner is blocking nicely. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Camby has taken the fight to the clinch.
Buckner jumps guard but Camby stands there with Buckner around his waist. Buckner gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC2#
Camby breaks the clinch. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Camby shoots in for a takedown but Buckner shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Buckner blocks a head kick by Camby.
Camby tries to score a power double leg takedown but Buckner sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Camby somewhat.
Camby takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD2#
Camby dives in and scores a takedown into Buckner's guard.#ES#
Buckner has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Camby off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #T3##TD#
Buckner shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Camby makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Camby shoots in looking for a takedown. Buckner tries to sprawl out of it but Camby keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Buckner manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Charley Buckner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Marcus Camby.
Camby walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Buckner checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T4#
Camby tries for a takedown but Buckner sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Camby swats away the attempt to clinch by Buckner.#CL#
Buckner gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Buckner tries to pull guard but Camby won't allow it.
Buckner tries to break free but Camby pushes him back against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Buckner has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Camby uses from the top position.
Camby being controlled here momentarily.
Charley Buckner has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Marcus Camby is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Buckner working for a triangle but Camby defends it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Marcus Camby.
Well Camby 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 Josh West scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marcus Camby!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 26, 2017

#R1#
Rubble misses with a wild body shot.
Douglas throwing a counter right hand but Rubble manages to avoid it.
Douglas closes the distance and clinches up with Rubble, looking for a takedown. Douglas pushes Rubble against the cage but Rubble circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Rubble tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A little feinted left hand from Douglas on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD2#
Rubble gets a double leg takedown into Douglas's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Rubble gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Rubble shoots and misses
and Douglas counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Left hook, right uppercut from Douglas.
Douglas takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #TD2#
Rubble shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES#
Douglas makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Rubble has taken the fight to the clinch. #T1#
Rubble wants a takedown but no success here. #BC2#
Rubble's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rubble shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Douglas but Douglas pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Mikel Douglas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Barney Rubble.
Rubble misses with a jab to the body
and Douglas counters with a head kick. That will keep Rubble thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Rubble throws a sloppy head kick
letting Douglas counter with a right hand.
Rubble misses with an uppercut
and Douglas counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #TD#
Douglas drives through with a takedown into guard.
Douglas wants to control from the top but Rubble keeps moving.
Douglas missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Douglas really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T2##SUB2#
Rubble looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Douglas throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Douglas will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rubble wants to get back to his feet but Douglas passes into half guard.
Rubble tries to kick Douglas off but Douglas keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Douglas seems to be working for a kimura but Rubble defends the submission attempt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SU#
Douglas stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #T3#
A head kick misses from Rubble. #TD2#
Rubble bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SU2#
Rubble decides to stand back up.
Rubble fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Rubble fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Rubble looks winded!
Douglas fails with the takedown.
Rubble misses with a series of wild punches.
Douglas thuds his right hand into Rubble's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T4##CL2#
Rubble clinches with his opponent. #TD2#
Rubble manages to pull guard.
Rubble is looking to stand up but Douglas isn't so interested in that idea.
Douglas working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Rubble's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SU#
Douglas stands up and waves to Rubble to follow him.
Douglas shoots in but no luck this time.
Rubble on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Rubble shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Douglas pinned against the cage. Douglas gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikel Douglas dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Douglas with a lazy takedown attempt
and Rubble counters with a three punch combo that has Douglas backing up. Douglas nods at Rubble to acknowledge the strikes.
Rubble throws a lazy head kick
and Douglas counters with a nice body shot.
Rubble doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Douglas counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rubble thinking.
Barney Rubble seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Rubble scores with a takedown into Douglas's guard.#ES#
Douglas manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Douglas jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Rubble walks away with a smile on his face. Douglas gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #TD#
Douglas looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Douglas lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #ES2#
Rubble kicks off Douglas and gets to his feet. #T1#
Rubble shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD#
and Douglas counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Douglas is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Douglas controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Rubble working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Douglas has passed into half guard!
Rubble is breathing heavily.#T2#
Rubble is looking to escape.
Rubble wants to stand back up but Douglas manages to pass into side control.
Rubble pushes Douglas away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Douglas gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Rubble parries the strikes from Douglas easily there. Douglas is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Rubble to escape.
Douglas is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rubble can do to turn this around?
Rubble tries to escape but Douglas is in control. #T3#
Douglas wants to control but Rubble is keeping him busy.
Rubble tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Rubble is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Mikel Douglas overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Douglas looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Rubble gets back to half guard.
Rubble is trying to stand.
Rubble is staying active underneath Douglas, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
Rubble is trying to get back to full guard.
Douglas looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Douglas is thwarting Rubble's attempts to control the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Douglas manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Rubble on his heels. He'll look to pass Rubble's guard now, I'm sure.#ES2#
Rubble pushes Douglas off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Rubble looks to throw the jab but Douglas is out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rubble gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Douglas counters with a right hand to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikel Douglas dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Rubble wants to slow Douglas down by chopping away at his legs.
It looked like Douglas wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Douglas is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Douglas fails with a takedown attempt.
Douglas circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rubble throws a left and a right that both miss
and Douglas counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD2#
Rubble fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Douglas to the ground. Rubble is now in Douglas's guard.#ES#
Douglas manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Douglas wants to stall.
Rubble stalling in the clinch.
Rubble keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Douglas's efforts to push away.#T1#
Douglas tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Rubble smiles and moves away.
Rubble comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Rubble shoots in and drives through. Douglas sprawls well.
Rubble takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Rubble misses with a few strikes there.
Nice straight punches there by Douglas. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Douglas.
Rubble tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rubble tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Douglas swivels and escapes.
Rubble wants to clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Douglas misses the target.#T2#
Rubble throws a low kick but Douglas avoids it.
It looked like Douglas was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Douglas is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A head kick misses from Rubble.
Douglas tries to counter with a takedown but Rubble is quick to defend against it.
Douglas has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Douglas misses the shot to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rubble! But no joy.
Douglas fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Rubble avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mikel Douglas. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Douglas lands an overhand right.#T3#
Douglas cracks a nice hook into Rubble's ribs.
Rubble fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Rubble misses with a double jab. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Douglas.
Douglas scores with punches from side control.
Douglas scores with a couple of short elbows.
Rubble wants to get back to his feet but Douglas is dominant here and he's now got Rubble's back!
Douglas tries to get the hooks in deep but Rubble pushed the leg off. #T4#
Douglas has Rubble flattened out and is raining down punches.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Douglas has the hooks in. Rubble is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Barney Rubble has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rubble is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Douglas working for the choke.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rubble is trying to get back to his feet but Douglas has full control of the position and if anything, Rubble has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Douglas punishes Rubble with strikes from the back mount.
Mikel Douglas is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Douglas missing with strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mikel Douglas showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Douglas, 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 Colin Fray scores the fight 30:27
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mikel Douglas!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 26, 2017

#R1#
Branch misses with the combination. #TD2#
Silva closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Branch's guard.
Silva trying to control the position from guard on top but Branch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Branch can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Silva controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva being controlled here momentarily.
Silva wants to control from the top but Branch keeps moving. #T1#
Silva stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Branch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Silva sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Let's hope that Silva 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Branch changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Silva tries to avoid it but Branch manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Silva to the ground. Silva escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD2#
Silva darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Silva seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Silva is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Branch doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Silva.
Silva is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3#
Silva seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Branch does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Silva wants to stand but Branch has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Branch is refusing to be controlled, as Silva sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Silva is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Branch has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Silva with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Branch is looking to control Silva's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Branch avoid being mounted?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silva is keen to just control but Branch is a slippery customer.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joao Silva 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#
Silva bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Silva trying to control the position but Branch is working away.
Silva controls the position.#SUB2#
Silva tries for a kimura but Branch is defending well.
Silva tries to score with some ground and pound. Branch controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Branch's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Branch is pushing Silva's head away, looking to escape. Silva manages to hold on to the position though.#T1##SUB2#
Silva is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Branch has escaped the position, nice work there.
Silva wants to lay and pray for a moment but Branch keeps working.
Silva in side control, just content to control the action for now.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Silva.#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.#SUB2#
Silva tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Silva has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Silva advances to full mount.
Silva controlling from the full mount. #T3#
Silva looking to control but Branch is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Silva might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Branch haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Silva content just to control the position here.
Silva looking to control but Branch is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Silva throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.#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.
Silva controlling from the full mount.
Branch knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Silva on the ground.
Silva throws some wild stikes that Branch manages to avoid easily.
Silva trying to control but Branch is having none of it.
Silva with a couple of short strikes.
Joao Silva has got the better of the ground game so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silva pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joao Silva showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Silva shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Branch manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Branch is wriggling around but Silva manages to pass to half guard. #REVR#
Silva is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Silva moves nicely into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Branch wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SUB2#
Silva tries for a kimura but Branch is defending well. #T1#
Branch wants to control but Silva postures up.
Branch is not content to let Silva control the position.
Silva wants to stand but Branch has his arm trapped.
Silva misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Branch is trying to get back to half guard.
Silva wants to lay and pray for a moment but Branch keeps working.
Branch wants to get back to his feet.#T3##SUB2#
Silva has an Americana. Branch didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Silva is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Silva hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Joao Silva!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 22, 2017

#R1#
Hodge tries to clinch but Chandler is having none of it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Chandler or perhaps it was just good defense by Hodge, which made it look bad.
Chris Chandler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Chandler has closed the distance and engaged Hodge in a clinch.
Hodge looking for a takedown. #TD#
Hodge has Chandler pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Hodge pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Chandler tumbling to the mat - Hodge dives into Chandler's guard.#ES2#
Chandler uses the cage to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hodge really is a fat lump.
Chandler shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hodge defends it nicely.#T1##CL2#
Chandler moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Chandler breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Chandler throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hodge.
Hodge thinks about countering with a head kick.
Hodge really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
A combination from Chandler does no damage.
Chandler throws a series of strikes that have Hodge backpedaling. #TD#
Hodge looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Hodge stops Chandler from getting back to his feet.
Hodge looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Chandler with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SU#
Hodge decides to return to a standing position. #T2##CL2#
Chandler has managed to clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chandler prevents the takedown attempt.
Chandler is trying to break the clinch but Hodge has him pressed against the cage.
Hodge tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Adolph Hodge. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hodge is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hodge has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Chandler after a bit of a struggle.
Hodge is breathing heavily.#BC2#
Chandler escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Chandler feints a jab promting Hodge to slip. Chandler then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Hodge slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT2#
It looks like Adolph Hodge has been cut.
Chandler scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #TD#
Hodge closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hodge lands in his opponent's guard.#T3##SUB2#
Chandler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hodge won't allow Chandler to get back to his feet.
Chandler is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Hodge lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SU#
Hodge gets to his feet. Chandler looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
No joy there for Chandler, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Chandler has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Hodge counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Hodge.
Hodge has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Chandler after a bit of a struggle.
Chandler is pressed up against the cage. Hodge has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Chandler down to the mat. Chandler avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Hodge dodges the punch combination from Chandler.
Hodge seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hodge avoids a kick to the body. #TD#
Hodge gets a double leg takedown into Chandler's guard.
Chandler has control of Hodge's left arm, preventing Hodge from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Chandler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Chris Chandler dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Adolph Hodge's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Hodge keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Chandler.
Chandler just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromHodge.#CL2#
Chandler clinches up with Hodge and pushes him back against the cage.
Chandler is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Hodge is defending well for now.
Hodge drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hodge has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Chandler avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD#
Hodge lands a takedown into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hodge missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hodge scoring with punches to the head and body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Chandler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Chandler looking to control. #SUB2#
Chandler looking for subs off his back but Hodge has passed one foot through into half guard.
Hodge working over Chandler with some ground and pound. Chandler looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Hodge looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Chandler with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Chandler is looking to control Hodge's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Chandler avoid being mounted?
Hodge thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Chandler's head.
Hodge stops Chandler from getting back to his feet. #T2#
Hodge scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Hodge throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Chandler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hodge is working away from the top position though.
Chandler is looking to improve his position.
Chandler trying to hold on to Hodge's head to control him but Hodge postures up.
Adolph Hodge overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hodge seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SU#
Hodge stands up and beckons Chandler to join him on the feet. #T3#
Chandler moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Chandler tries for a takedown but Hodge sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Chandler misses with a hook. Hodge ducked under it nicely.
Chandler misses with a combination #TD#
and Hodge counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Chandler!
Chandler tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
BOOM! Hodge connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Hodge cracks Chandler with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Hodge 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.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Chandler in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #T4#
Chandler in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Chandler can't escape the position.
Hodge landing strikes from the mount.
Hodge pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Hodge breaks from Chandler's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Hodge lands a couple of good shots and Chandler has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Chandler takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Hodge lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Chandler.
Chandler is taking damage to the body and head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Adolph Hodge dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Adolph Hodge's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - 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#
Hodge showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Chandler.
Chandler shoots in looking for a takedown. Hodge tries to sprawl out of it but Chandler keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hodge manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD#
Hodge dives in and scores a takedown into Chandler's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hodge stops Chandler from standing up.
Chandler takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hodge is in close to Chandler's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hodge postures up in Chandler's guard and throws a big left but Chandler blocks it. #T1#
Hodge lands a couple of digs.
Chandler is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hodge is controlling him.
Hodge cracks Chandler with a solid left hand.
Hodge chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Chandler has his foot on Hodge's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hodge works his way back into a safe position though.
Hodge chips away with some ground and pound.
Hodge scoring with punches to the head and body. #SU#
Hodge decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Chandler, up you get! #TD#
Hodge gets a takedown into half guard.
Hodge is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T2#
Chandler tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Hodge has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Hodge landing shots from mount.
Hodge landing punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hodge controlling his opponent.
Hodge cracks Chandler with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena. #T3#
Chandler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Chandler is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
A nice elbow there by Hodge.
Hodge scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Chandler?
Hodge lands with some strikes.
Hodge lands a heavy elbow.
Chandler bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Hodge looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4##SUB#
Hodge escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chandler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hodge is pulling down on Chandler's head to control his posture.
Chandler is looking to stand up but Hodge won't let him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hodge seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hodge keeping moving, preventing Chandler from controlling successfully.

And that's the end of the fight!
Adolph Hodge showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Hodge 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 Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Adolph Hodge!
In defeat, Chris Chandler stepped up to the mic, saying 'Ok, no problem!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 21, 2017

#R1#
Garcia misses with a combination
and Buckner counters with a leg kick.
Garcia throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Buckner's waist but Buckner gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Garcia off to one side.
Garcia misses with the combination.
Garcia throws a head kick but Buckner moves out of range.
Buckner tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Garcia manages to circle out of the way.
Garcia throws a combination that misses
and Buckner counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcia shoots for a takedown but Buckner saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Buckner misses its target.
Garcia misses with the combination.
Sloppy strikes from Garcia. Those never looked like landing. #T1#
Buckner misses with a takedown attempt
and Garcia counters with a left and a right that stings Buckner.
Garcia misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Garcia tries to clinch up.
Buckner tried to counter with a leg kick but Garcia avoided it.
Garcia falls off balance throwing a combination
and Buckner counters with a right hand to the body.
Garcia tries to clinch up
and Buckner counters with a nice leg kick.
Garcia fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Charley Buckner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fransisco Garcia.#T2##CL#
Buckner pushes Garcia up against the cage in a clinch.
Garcia is trying to break the clinch but Buckner has him pressed against the cage.
Buckner tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #TD#
Buckner jumps into guard, dragging Garcia to the mat. #SU2#
Garcia gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Garcia misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Garcia throws a nice looking combination but Buckner bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Garcia throws a left and a right that both miss
and Buckner counters with a nice leg kick.
Garcia misses with a leg kick #CL#
and Buckner counters by clinching up. #T3#
Garcia is trying to push Buckner away but Buckner has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Buckner jumps guard but Garcia turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Garcia wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Buckner has him pressed against the cage.
Garcia is trying to break the clinch but Buckner is controlling him.#BC#
Buckner breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Buckner on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Garcia lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT2#
It looks like Charley Buckner has been cut.
Garcia looks to land a combination but Buckner avoids it well.
Garcia lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Buckner circles away quickly and effectively.
As Garcia backs away, Buckner returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Garcia lands a lovely overhand right.
Buckner slips a jab and a cross from Garcia.
Buckner half committed to a counter leg kick.#T4#
A head kick by Garcia misses
and Buckner counters with a good low kick that Garcia was not able to check.
Garcia throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Buckner counters with a slapping leg kick.
Garcia looks to land a body kick but Buckner moved away.
Buckner wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#CL#
Buckner closes the distance and clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Buckner successfully pulls guard.
Buckner trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Garcia is looking to stand up but Buckner won't let him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Fransisco Garcia will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Charley Buckner's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Garcia shoots for a double leg takedown but Buckner sprawls well. He's pushed Garcia's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Garcia scores with a one two! Buckner had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Garcia throws a left and a right that both miss
and Buckner counters with a nice leg kick.
Garcia throws a right and a left that Buckner avoids nicely.
It looked like Buckner was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Garcia.
Garcia falls off balance throwing a combination
and Buckner counters with a low kick, right behind Garcia 's knee.
Garcia misses with a few strikes there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buckner avoids a punch combination nicely.
Garcia rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Buckner moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Buckner changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1#
Sloppy strikes from Garcia. Those never looked like landing.
Buckner tried to counter with a leg kick but Garcia avoided it.
Garcia displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buckner.
Fransisco Garcia seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Buckner showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Garcia.
Buckner tries to counter by clinching up but Garcia breaks away and moves out of range.
Garcia throws a half hearted mid kick.
Garcia tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Buckner paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Garcia fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Garcia fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Buckner fires out a quick counter leg kick but Garcia just manages to avoid it.#T2#
Garcia swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Buckner decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Garcia's guard.#SUB2#
Garcia isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Buckner stacks Garcia on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Buckner!
Garcia is breathing heavily.
Buckner looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Garcia is avoiding damage well.
Garcia is not content to let Buckner control the position.
Garcia tries to escape but Buckner is in control.
Buckner is putting a hurting on Garcia here, landing some big shots from side control. #T3#
Garcia wants to get back to his feet but Buckner is dominant here and he's now got Garcia's back!
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Buckner struggling to keep hold of the position.
Garcia is in bad spot here. #ES2#
Buckner has his opponent's back but Garcia is looking to stand. He manages to get to his feet and shakes off Buckner.
Fransisco Garcia seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Garcia throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Garcia misses with a kick to the body.
Buckner attempts a counter takedown but Garcia avoids it well and moves away.
Garcia tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Buckner makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T4#
Garcia tries to bum rush Buckner with a series of wild strikes but Buckner uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Buckner tries to close the distance and clinch but Garcia swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Garcia works over Buckner's head and body with a nice combination.
Garcia scores with a hook to the body. Buckner takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Buckner.
Buckner is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Garcia.
An inside leg kick from Garcia misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fransisco Garcia showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Charley Buckner's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Garcia looks to land a combination. Buckner sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Garcia fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
An inside leg kick from Garcia misses.
Garcia looks to land a combination but Buckner avoids it well.
A combination from Garcia does no damage.
Nice takedown defense from Garcia. No joy for Buckner on that attempt.
Garcia connects with a right hand. Buckner shakes it off.
Buckner really is a fat lump.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buckner dodges the punch combination from Garcia.
Buckner attempts a counter takedown but Garcia avoids it well and moves away.
Garcia misses with a head kick. #T1#
Garcia tries a head kick but it misses.
Garcia misses with a double jab
and Buckner counters with a good low kick that Garcia was not able to check.
Garcia takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Garcia throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Buckner is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Garcia.
Buckner swats away the attempt to clinch by Garcia.
Sloppy strikes from Garcia. Those never looked like landing.
Garcia throws a sloppy head kick #CL#
and Buckner moves into the clinch.
Garcia is trying to push Buckner away but Buckner has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T2#
Buckner tries to pull guard but Garcia holds him up against the cage and eventually Buckner drops back down to his feet. #TD#
Buckner manages to pull guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Garcia would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Garcia has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Buckner looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Buckner trying to strike off his back. #ES#
Buckner pushes Garcia off and scrambles back to his feet.
Garcia tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
Garcia swinging wildly here.
Buckner is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Garcia.
Garcia looks to land a combination. Buckner sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Fransisco Garcia is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Buckner fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Charley Buckner. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Garcia shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Buckner eats them both and turns towards Garcia to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Garcia fails to land with a series of punches. #T4#
Garcia misses with a two punch combination.
Buckner avoids a punch combination nicely.
Garcia keeps the fight on the outside.
Garcia misses with a series of wild punches.
Garcia moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.

And that's the end of the fight!
Fransisco Garcia comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Garcia 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 Josh West scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fransisco Garcia!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 19, 2017

#R1#
Elishav misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Elishav throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Hodge counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Elishav!
Elishav is pushing Hodge's head away, looking to escape. Hodge manages to hold on to the position though.
Hodge in side control, throwing shots but Elishav defends.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Elishav is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Hodge working the ground and pound but Elishav is defending the strikes.
Hodge tries to score with some ground and pound. Elishav controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Elishav is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hodge's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#ES2#
Elishav has one foot on Hodge's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Elishav moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Elishav throws a sloppy head kick and Hodge moves out of range easily.
Elishav misses with a wild body shot.
Hodge appears to be looking for a big counter.#T1##CL2#
Elishav clinches up with Hodge and pushes him back against the cage.
Elishav told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Hodge drops down looking for an ankle pick but Elishav pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL2#
Elishav clinches. #TD2#
Elishav manages to pull guard. #SUB2#
Elishav looking for a guillotine here but Hodge defends easily.
Hodge postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hodge lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SU#
Hodge gets to his feet. Elishav looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T2#
No joy there for Elishav, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hodge tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Elishav paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Elishav clinches. #TD2#
Elishav drags the fight down to the ground.
Hodge could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Hodge postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Elishav trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Elishav looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hodge has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Elishav looks winded!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hodge with a flurry of punches that miss.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hodge accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hodge accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T3#
Hodge postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hodge throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Elishav works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hodge working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hodge really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
Hodge postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hodge in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Elishav wants to sweep but no luck.
Hodge might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SU#
Hodge stands up from Elishav's guard - Hodge perhaps looking for a knockout.
Elishav throws the left hand but Hodge avoids the punch easily.
Hodge shoots in for a double leg but Elishav sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
Elishav has closed the distance and engaged Hodge in a clinch. #BC2#
Elishav breaks from the clinch.
Hodge tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T4##CL2#
Elishav darts in and clinches Hodge up against the cage.#TD2#
Elishav gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Hodge regains guard.
Hodge working a defensive guard here.
Hodge is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice strikes from Hodge there.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Hodge lands a nice short elbow.
Elishav missing with punches from the bottom.
Hodge looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#ES2#
Elishav makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Moran Elishav dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Elishav tries for a takedown but Hodge sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Hodge moves out of range of the body kick.
Hodge throws a sloppy head kick and Elishav moves out of range easily.
Elishav lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hodge circles away quickly and effectively.
Hodge went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Hodge leaves Elishav with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Elishav takes a kick to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Elishav enables Hodge to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Elishav manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Hodge keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Elishav's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hodge throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Elishav works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Adolph Hodge overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#ES2#
Elishav has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Hodge is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T1#
Hodge has Elishav pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Elishav manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Elishav is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hodge to keep the fight standing.
Adolph Hodge has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Moran Elishav.
Elishav is breathing heavily.
Elishav jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hodge walks away with a smile on his face. Elishav gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Elishav is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hodge sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL2#
Elishav clinches.
Hodge is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Elishav is defending well.
Elishav gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hodge.
Hodge wants a takedown. #T2##TD#
Hodge gets a trip takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Elishav kicks Hodge off and gets back to his feet.#TD#
Hodge fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Elishav to the ground. Hodge is now in Elishav's guard.#ES2#
Elishav is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Hodge presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
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!
Hodge is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Hodge is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Elishav pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Elishav stops a takedown attempt from Hodge. #TD2#
Elishav gets control of Hodge's arms and successfully pulls guard. Elishav will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Elishav has control of Hodge's left arm, preventing Hodge from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Elishav is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hodge defends well.#T3#
Hodge is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hodge with a nice head shot there.
Hodge working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Elishav's head.#SUB2#
Hodge got a little sloppy there for a moment and Elishav has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hodge has managed to get both his arms back between Elishav's legs - danger averted.
Elishav utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hodge with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Elishav is trying to control the position but Hodge postures up. #SUB2#
Hodge got a little sloppy there for a moment and Elishav has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hodge has managed to get both his arms back between Elishav's legs - danger averted.
Hodge lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T4##SUB2#
Elishav has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Hodge is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Elishav.
Hodge in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Hodge works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Hodge is working Elishav over with some ground and pound from side control.
Elishav has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Elishav looking for a sweep but Hodge has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Hodge lands a big elbow.
Hodge in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Moran Elishav will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Elishav moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Elishav decides to pull guard.
Hodge is looking to work some ground and pound but Elishav has wrist control.
Elishav utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hodge is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SU#
Hodge decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hodge stalling in the clinch but Elishav improves position. #BC#
Hodge pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Elishav shoots in looking for a takedown. Hodge tries to sprawl out of it but Elishav keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hodge manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Elishav takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Elishav connects with a good right hand that stumbles Hodge. Hodge circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Hodge fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hodge is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Elishav.
Elishav is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hodge sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
Elishav tries to keep at a distance but Hodge has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hodge misses with a knee strike. #T2#
Hodge tries for a takedown but Elishav manages to get underhooks.
Elishav is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Elishav is pressed up against the cage. Hodge has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Elishav down to the mat. Elishav avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Hodge has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Adolph Hodge. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Elishav is looking to land body kicks.
Elishav throws a sloppy head kick and Hodge moves out of range easily.
Elishav dives in for a single leg takedown but Hodge sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Elishav pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T3#
Elishav is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hodge sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hodge throws a sloppy head kick and Elishav moves out of range easily.
Hodge tries to close the distance and clinch up but Elishav swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Adolph Hodge is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hodge tries a head kick but it misses.
Hodge blocks a jab.
Hodge dives in for a single leg takedown but Elishav sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Elishav throws a counter combo.
Elishav fails with the takedown.#TD#
Hodge looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Elishav!#T4#
Elishav is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Hodge is controlling him well.
Elishav takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Elishav tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hodge wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Elishav's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hodge lands a nice forearm strike.
Elishav is trying to buck Hodge off.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Elishav bucks up and tries to throw Hodge off but instead Hodge has got his back!
Adolph Hodge has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Moran Elishav is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Hodge is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Elishav up.

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 Adolph Hodge.
I think Elishav 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 Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 28:30
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Adolph Hodge!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 17, 2017

#R1#
Ramazotti attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Branch drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ramazotti sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Branch shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Branch was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ramazotti 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.
Ramazotti is looking to regain half guard here but Branch keeps moving and retains side control.
Ramazotti regains half guard.
Ramazotti tries to get to full guard but Branch has control of the leg.
Branch prevents Ramazotti from standing back up.
Branch looks to land a strike but Ramazotti avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramazotti has a closed guard, preventing Branch from standing up.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ramazotti can do anything to dispel that myth.
Branch throws a big elbow that misses.
Branch landing with the ground and pound.
Branch 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.
Branch wants to stand but Ramazotti has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T1#
Ramazotti is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Branch landing some decent shots from guard.
Branch content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Branch working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ramazotti wants to stand but Branch is controlling the position.
Branch throwing strikes but missing.
Branch missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Branch postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Branch throws a big elbow that misses.
Ramazotti utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Branch throws a big right hand that misses.
Ramazotti is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Branch is controlling him. #SUB#
Branch drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Ramazotti manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Branch has Ramazotti in his guard.#REVB##T2#
Ramazotti postures up.
Ramazotti throws a big elbow that misses.
Branch is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Ramazotti scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ramazotti postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ramazotti accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ramazotti works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ramazotti is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Branch!
Branch is breathing heavily.
Ramazotti lands with some strikes.
Branch is bucking up trying to escape but Ramazotti cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Ramazotti is landing with some decent strikes but Branch is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Branch is wriggling around trying to escape.
Ramazotti looking to control but Branch is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ramazotti might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Branch haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T4#
Ramazotti prevents Branch from getting the reversal.
Ramazotti tries to control but Branch wriggling away.
Ramazotti lands a couple of good shots and Branch has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#ROC2#
Branch is rocked!
Ramazotti connects with a couple of big shots that have Branch covering up! Oh, this looks bad for Branch! Ramazotti fires away with several more unanswered shots and the referee has no choice but to step in! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Enzo Ramazotti!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 13, 2017

#R1#
No luck for Suave with that takedown attempt.
Buckner feinted there with a counter leg kick.#CL2#
Suave closes the distance and clinches.
Buckner tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Buckner tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Suave smiles and moves away.
Buckner really is a fat lump.
Suave shoots in for a takedown but Buckner shows good takedown defense.
A looping hook to the body misses from Suave. Buckner does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Suave throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL2#
Suave fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Buckner, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Suave successfully pulls guard.
Suave thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #T1#
Buckner stands up over Suave, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Suave pulls Buckner in close to prevent any damage.
Buckner's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Suave is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Buckner is aware though and is defending well.
Suave is looking to stand back up but Buckner counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Suave.
Suave is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Buckner scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Buckner is looking for a kimura but Suave is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Buckner to get the leverage.
Suave is trying to stand. #T2#
Suave tries to roll over but Buckner keeps him under control.#SU#
Buckner postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Suave to stand up.
Suave is trying hard to land a takedown here. Buckner sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Buckner appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Charley Buckner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rico Suave.
Suave pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A quick step to the side and Buckner tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Buckner tries to clinch up.
Suave now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Buckner stuffs the takedown.
Suave looks winded!
Suave shoots for a double leg takedown but Buckner sprawls well. He's pushed Suave's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Buckner is looking to counter the offense by Suave and move into the clinch.
Buckner tries to clinch but Suave is having none of it.
Suave let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Buckner tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Suave.
Buckner seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Buckner shoots in but Suave avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Suave lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Suave shoots in but no luck this time.
Suave throws a low kick, looking for Buckner's leg but Buckner calmly moves out of range.
Buckner is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Buckner stuffs the takedown attempt from Suave. Suave gets slowly back to his feet.
Buckner drops down looking for a counter takedown but Suave sprawls and moves away.
Buckner has his takedown stuffed#CL2#
and Suave counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Suave. #T4##TD#
Buckner pulls Suave into guard.
Buckner tries to strike from the bottom.
Buckner trying to control the position.
Buckner manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Suave manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Buckner content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Buckner connects with a couple of short punches.
Buckner lands a couple of digs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Charley Buckner dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Suave fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Buckner on the side of the head.#TD#
Buckner shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB2#
Suave looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Buckner loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Buckner in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Suave keeping moving, preventing Buckner from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Suave is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Suave working for submissions but it's allowed Buckner to get to half guard. #T1#
Suave has hold of Buckner's hands but Buckner slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Buckner seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Suave does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Suave can do anything to dispel that myth.
Buckner landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Buckner trying to control the action but Suave is working from the bottom.
Buckner scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Suave wants to get back to his feet.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Buckner scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Suave blocking the ground and pound attempt from Buckner.
Buckner is keen to just control but Suave is a slippery customer.
Suave is looking for a sweep. Buckner is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Suave trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Suave is breathing heavily.
Buckner landing punches.
Buckner connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Suave is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
A nice elbow there by Buckner.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Buckner cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Suave tries to lock up and control but Buckner gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Buckner is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Suave can do to turn this around?
Buckner scoring with strikes but Suave is staying in there.
Suave is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Buckner scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Suave?
Buckner postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Suave looks a forlorn figure.
Buckner with a couple of short strikes.#T4#
Buckner looking to control and managing it successfully.
Charley Buckner overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Buckner lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Suave hang on?
BOOM! Buckner connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Buckner prevents Suave from getting the reversal.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Suave is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Buckner looking to control and managing it successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Buckner in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Charley Buckner dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Buckner stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Buckner wants it to stay on the feet.
Suave shoots in for a double leg but Buckner sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Buckner half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
No joy there for Suave, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #CL2#
Suave gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Buckner is trying to pull guard but Suave has him pressed against the cage.
Suave is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Buckner to keep the fight standing.
Charley Buckner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rico Suave.
Buckner is trying to break free.
Suave tries for a takedown. No joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buckner tries to pull guard but Suave forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Buckner prevents a body shot from Suave.
Suave takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Suave fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Suave is trying to maintain a safe position but Buckner gets an underhook and turns Suave into the cage.#T1#
Buckner is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Suave to keep the fight standing.
Suave is working for takedown but Buckner is calmly controlling the position for now.
Buckner tries to pull guard but Suave won't allow it.
Buckner fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Buckner fails to pull guard.
Buckner jumps guard but Suave stands there with Buckner around his waist. Buckner gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Buckner tries to pull guard but Suave won't allow it.
Buckner is trying to pull guard but Suave turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Suave keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Buckner's efforts to push away.
Suave leaning against his opponent. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Suave tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Buckner smiles and moves away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Buckner looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Suave throws a half hearted mid kick.
Buckner shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Suave but Suave pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Suave throws a head kick but Buckner moves out of range.
Suave looks for a takedown but Buckner sprawls well.#T3#
Buckner shoots in looking for a takedown but Suave manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Buckner's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Suave throws a fast counter high kick but Buckner manages to duck under it in time.
Suave shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Buckner sprawls well. Buckner wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Suave gets slowly back to his feet.
Buckner tries to counter with a takedown but Suave is quick to defend against it.
Suave tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Buckner swivels and escapes.
Suave circles away from the clinch attempt.
Suave throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Buckner counters with a nice double leg into side control. Suave won't be happy with that.
Buckner lands a nice forearm strike. #T4#
The referee asks Buckner politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Buckner prefers to stall for the moment though.
Buckner scoring with punches and elbows.
Buckner wants to lay and pray for a moment but Suave keeps working.
Buckner cracks Suave with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Buckner misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Rico Suave has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Charley Buckner is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Buckner gets to mount! Suave was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.

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 Charley Buckner.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Buckner, 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 Roger Salmon scores the fight 30:27
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Charley Buckner!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 13, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Sanders closes the distance and clinches.
Sanders prevents a takedown attempt there. #BC2#
Sanders manages to break the clinch.
Sanders goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Hodge throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hodge takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#TD2#
Sanders bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Hodge really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hodge is trying to control Sanders's posture but Sanders avoids it.
Hodge is looking for a sweep.
Sloppy strikes there by Sanders.
Hodge struggling a bit here.
Hodge sneaks back into half guard.
Hodge really is a fat lump.
Hodge holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T1#
Hodge wants to get back to his feet.
Hodge trying to control from the bottom.
Hodge tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Hodge trying to control from the bottom.
Sanders controlling the action here.
Sanders prevents Hodge from improving his position.
Sanders scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#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.
Hodge punching from the bottom.
Hodge tries to get to full guard but Sanders has control of the leg.
Hodge trying to control from the bottom.
Nice strikes from Sanders there.
Sanders is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #ES#
Hodge kicks Sanders off and gets back to his feet.#TD2#
Sanders dives in and scores a takedown into Hodge's guard.
Hodge is breathing heavily.
Hodge has control of Sanders's left arm, preventing Sanders from doing any damage.
Hodge is trying to control the position but Sanders postures up.
Sanders is stalling in the full guard.
Sanders trying to control the position from guard on top but Hodge is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Hodge bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sanders's guard. #REVR#
Hodge missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hodge accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SU#
Hodge gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Hodge shoots in looking for a takedown but Sanders manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hodge's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sanders lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Hodge tries a head kick but it misses.
Sanders scores with a three punch combo!
Sloppy strikes from Sanders. Those never looked like landing.
Hodge is looking for a counter combo.#T4#
Hodge shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sanders pinned against the cage. Sanders gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Adolph Hodge. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sanders connects with a solid leg kick.
Sanders misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sanders just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromHodge.
Sanders scores with a jab to the body.
Hodge changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sanders tries to avoid it but Hodge manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sanders to the ground. Sanders escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Barry Sanders dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Hodge shoots in looking for a takedown. Sanders tries to sprawl out of it but Hodge keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sanders manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sanders throws a right hand that Hodge ducks under and follows up with a left that Hodge also avoids with ease.
It looked like Hodge was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Sanders.
Hodge tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sanders defends well and Hodge ends up having to push Sanders into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Barry Sanders seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Sanders closes the distance and clinches.
Hodge goes for a takedown in the clinch but Sanders prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Adolph Hodge. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hodge is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sanders gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hodge is looking for a takedown.
Hodge is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sanders is defending well.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1##BC2#
Sanders pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hodge fails to land the takedown.
Sanders tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hodge defends well and Sanders ends up having to push Hodge into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Sanders decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Sanders slips a nice elbow through Hodge's hands, connecting with Hodge's forehead.
Hodge is looking to control Sanders's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hodge avoid being mounted?
Sanders is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Hodge wants to control but Sanders is keeping busy.
Sanders working over Hodge with some ground and pound. Hodge looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T2#
Hodge is looking for a sweep. Sanders is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Barry Sanders has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hodge wants to control but Sanders is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Hodge looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hodge is trying to control but can't.
Sanders lands with a punch from half guard.
Hodge might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hodge is trying to control but can't.
Sanders is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3#
Hodge is looking to improve his position.
Sanders wants to pass the guard but Hodge is defending well.
Sanders scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Sanders slips a nice elbow through Hodge's hands, connecting with Hodge's forehead.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sanders looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hodge punching from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL#
Sanders gets tackled into the cage by Hodge. Hodge maintains the clinch. #T4#
Sanders stops a takedown attempt from Hodge. #BC2#
Sanders's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sanders, as that shot connected.
Hodge looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Sanders!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hodge shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sanders defends it nicely.
Despite the aggression on Sanders's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Barry Sanders showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Hodge tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sanders lands with a nice combination. Hodge backs away looking to recover.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sanders.#TD2#
Sanders fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Hodge to the ground. Sanders is now in Hodge's guard.
Hodge managing to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hodge is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hodge working a defensive guard here.
Sanders has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Sanders pushing down on Hodge's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sanders tries to pass to full mount but Hodge defends it.
Hodge is looking to control Sanders's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hodge avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Sanders wants to work for an arm triangle but Hodge is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hodge missing with punches from the bottom.
Sanders not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Hodge is looking to control Sanders's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hodge avoid being mounted?#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Hodge is trying to get back to full guard.
Hodge trying to hold on to Sanders's head to control him but Sanders postures up.
Hodge works his way to full guard. Good work.
Sanders postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Sanders wants to pass the guard but Hodge is keeping the position.
Hodge is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Sanders is trying to stand up here but Hodge is controlling him well. #T3#
Sanders throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Sanders is trying to stand back up but Hodge is controlling him
Hodge throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hodge throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Hodge connects with a nice short shot to Sanders's temple.
Hodge throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hodge working the head and body with strikes.
Hodge 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.
Sanders has hold of Hodge's hands but Hodge slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#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.
Hodge not landing any meaningful shots this time. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hodge takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Hodge is trying hard to land a takedown here. Sanders sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
Sanders drives through with a takedown into guard.
Hodge controlling Sanders's posture.
Sanders works over Hodge with some ground and pound from guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sanders is looking to stand up but Hodge won't let him. #SUB2#
Sanders drops back looking for a leg! Hodge is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hodge manages to kick Sanders off! Sanders jumps back into Hodge's guard.
Adolph Hodge has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Barry Sanders is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Hodge working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sanders doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sanders manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

And that's the end of the fight!
Barry Sanders comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sanders 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Barry Sanders!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 10, 2017

#R1#
Hodge tries a head kick but it misses.
Hodge shoots in but Ethaylin avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Hodge fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A head kick misses from Hodge.
Ethaylin lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Nice takedown defense from Hodge. No joy for Ethaylin on that attempt.
Hodge could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Ethaylin thows a body kick. Hodge tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Keough Ethaylin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Ethaylin takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Hodge escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T1#
Hodge avoids the body shot from Ethaylin.
Ethaylin connects with a high kick.
Ethaylin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
As Ethaylin looks to move away, Hodge throws a big counter combo but Ethaylin just gets out of the way.
Hodge shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ethaylin as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Adolph Hodge. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ethaylin throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Hodge's head.
Ethaylin lands a front kick.
Ethaylin thuds his shin into the meat of Hodge's side.#T2##CL2#
Ethaylin has closed the distance and engaged Hodge in a clinch.
Ethaylin is trying to break free.
Ethaylin throws a punch but it's blocked by Hodge.
Hodge has Ethaylin pressed against the cage, preventing Ethaylin from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Hodge blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ethaylin lands a right hand.
Ethaylin doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ethaylin working hard to break the clinch.
Hodge really is built like a bowling ball. I wonder if he'd roll if you pushed him down a hill...
Hodge tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #BC2#
Ethaylin breaks from the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ethaylin goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Ethaylin connects with a high kick. #T3#
Ethaylin tries a head kick but it misses.
Hodge seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Ethaylin drives through and clinches with Hodge against the cage.
Ethaylin tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hodge just stands there and leans against the cage.
Ethaylin tries to break free but Hodge pushes him back against the cage.
Hodge has Ethaylin pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ethaylin manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Hodge has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Ethaylin uses from the top position.
Hodge wants to get back to his feet but Ethaylin is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Hodge controlling the position.
Ethaylin stopping the sweep attempt from Hodge.
Ethaylin really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hodge. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hodge looking to control but Ethaylin passes into half guard. #T4#
Ethaylin lands strikes from half guard.
Hodge is positioning himself well to prevent Ethaylin advancing to mount.
Hodge throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Hodge is trying to get back to full guard.
Ethaylin blocks the strikes from Hodge.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ethaylin tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Hodge is controlling Ethaylin's position as best he can from this difficult position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Keough Ethaylin dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Ethaylin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hodge tries a head kick but it misses.
Ethaylin cracks Hodge with a good jab.
Ethaylin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ethaylin throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Hodge.
Ethaylin misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Hodge changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ethaylin looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES2#
Ethaylin sneaks out the side door and pushes Hodge away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Hodge closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hodge lands in his opponent's guard.#T1#
Ethaylin wants to hit a switch here but Hodge passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Ethaylin there!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hodge lands a heavy elbow.
Hodge lands with some strikes.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hodge avoids the attempt from Ethaylin to control.
Hodge landing strikes, looking to finish! #ROC#
Ethaylin is rocked!#T2#
Hodge is landing with some decent strikes but Ethaylin is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Hodge lands a couple of good shots and Ethaylin has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Ethaylin is still in real trouble! Can Hodge finish him?
Hodge lands with a hammerfist to the side of Ethaylin's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hodge lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Hodge is raining down hard shots and and Ethaylin has had enough - he's tapped out due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Adolph Hodge!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 09, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Thot has taken the fight to the clinch.
Thot lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Thot - that landed with a thud.
Buckner tries to pull guard but Thot forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Thot lands a right hand that snaps the head of Buckner backwards. #CUT2#
It looks like Charley Buckner has been cut.
Thot stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Buckner is breathing heavily.
Thot lands a shot to the body.
Thot scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Thot.
Buckner takes a shot to the head. #ROC2#
Buckner is rocked!
Good body shot from Thot.
Thot dips a shoulder and cracks Buckner with a mighty uppercut! Buckner falls back against the cage and Thot unloads with a barrage of strikes! Buckner is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Thot screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Huge Thot!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 08, 2017

#R1#
Douglas tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Vlasov swivels and escapes.
Vlasov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Douglas's waist but Douglas gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Vlasov off to one side. #TD#
Douglas shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Vlasov is trying to defend but Douglas finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES2#
Vlasov manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Douglas keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Vlasov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Douglas is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Douglas tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Douglas tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mikel Douglas. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Douglas is trying to pull guard but Vlasov has him pressed against the cage.
Douglas really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#BC#
Douglas breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Douglas stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Douglas wants it to stay on the feet.#T1#
Vlasov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Douglas counter with a right hand.
Douglas fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Douglas has a takedown stuffed.
Vlasov shoots and misses
and Douglas counters with a nice body shot.
Vlasov tries a head kick but it misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Douglas misses the target.
A combination from Vlasov does no damage.
A jab from Vlasov finds it's way through Douglas's defenses.
Douglas slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Vlasov shoots in looking for a takedown but Douglas manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Vlasov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Vlasov has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#T2#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Douglas.#CL2#
Douglas tries to keep at a distance but Vlasov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Douglas is trying to pull guard but Vlasov has him pressed against the cage.
Douglas is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vlasov to keep the fight standing.
Vlasov is trying to break the clinch but Douglas has him pressed against the cage. #TD#
Douglas decides to pull guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vlasov 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.
Vlasov throws a big elbow that misses.
Douglas keeping moving, preventing Vlasov from controlling successfully. #T3#
Douglas wants to stand up but Vlasov is controlling him.
Douglas trying to strike off his back.
Vlasov is stalling in the full guard.
Vlasov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Douglas wants to get back to his feet but Vlasov is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Douglas takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT2#
It looks like Mikel Douglas has been cut.
Vlasov fails in his attempt to clinch. #T4#
Douglas closes this distance looking for a takedown but Vlasov circles away.
Douglas keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Vlasov tries to close the distance and clinch but Douglas swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Oleg Vlasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vlasov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Douglas counters with a good low kick that Vlasov was not able to check.
Douglas dodges the punch combination from Vlasov.
Vlasov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Douglas fails with a takedown attempt.
Vlasov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oleg Vlasov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mikel Douglas's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Vlasov tries to clinch
and Vlasov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Vlasov shoots for a takedown but Douglas saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Vlasov tries for a takedown but Douglas circles away easily
and Douglas counters with a head kick.
Vlasov looks for a takedown but Douglas sprawls well.
Douglas appears to be looking for a big counter.
Mikel Douglas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oleg Vlasov.
Vlasov shoots in for a double leg but Douglas sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Vlasov tries to clinch but Douglas is having none of it.
Douglas fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The crowd cheers as Douglas lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vlasov doesn't seem phased though.
Douglas is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Douglas swats away the attempt to clinch by Vlasov.
Douglas goes for a double leg but Vlasov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Vlasov continues to drive forward.#T1#
Vlasov misses with a wild body shot. #TD#
Douglas is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Vlasov's half guard.
Vlasov tries to kick Douglas off but Douglas keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Vlasov tries to roll over but Douglas keeps him under control.
Vlasov is trying to stand.
Vlasov is looking for a sweep. Douglas is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Douglas thows a huge punch but Vlasov dodges it nicely. #T2#
Douglas missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Douglas tries to stand but can't do so whilst Vlasov controls his leg. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Vlasov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Douglas counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice takedown defense from Vlasov. No joy for Douglas on that attempt.
Douglas with a lazy takedown attempt
and Vlasov counters with a series of strikes. Douglas will be more careful next time no doubt.
Douglas shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vlasov as he avoids it easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Vlasov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Douglas counters with a leg kick.
Vlasov misses with a double jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Douglas shoots in and bounces Vlasov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#T3##SUB2#
Douglas got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vlasov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Douglas has managed to get both his arms back between Vlasov's legs - danger averted.
Vlasov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Vlasov trying to control the position.
Douglas loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Vlasov is looking to stand up but Douglas isn't so interested in that idea. #SU#
Douglas gets to his feet - Vlasov follows without any prompting.
Vlasov moves to clinch but Douglas breaks away
and Douglas counters with a three punch combo that has Vlasov backing up. Vlasov nods at Douglas to acknowledge the strikes.
Douglas darts in looking for a takedown but Vlasov gets double underhooks and turns Douglas into the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vlasov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Douglas defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Vlasov.
Vlasov walks into a stiff left hand from Douglas.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mikel Douglas dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mikel Douglas's cut.
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#
Vlasov tries a head kick but it misses.
Douglas is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Douglas.
Vlasov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Vlasov dives in for a single leg takedown but Douglas sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Douglas tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Vlasov manages to circle out of the way.
Vlasov fails with the takedown#CL#
and Douglas moves into the clinch.
Douglas keeps control of Vlasov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Douglas fails to pull guard.
Douglas looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Douglas jumps guard but Vlasov stands there with Douglas around his waist. Douglas gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mikel Douglas. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Douglas jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Vlasov walks away with a smile on his face. Douglas gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Douglas tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vlasov defends well and Douglas ends up having to push Vlasov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#T1##CL2#
Vlasov closes the distance and pushes Douglas back into the cage.
Douglas gets underhooks to prevent Vlasov's takedown attempt.
Vlasov looking for a takedown.
Vlasov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vlasov trying to land knees to the body.
Vlasov is looking to break free of the clinch but Douglas has double underhooks. #TD#
Douglas pulls Vlasov into guard.
Douglas wants to stand but Vlasov is controlling the position. #SU2#
Vlasov stands up from Douglas's guard - Vlasov perhaps looking for a knockout.
A cross from Vlasov lands.#T2#
Vlasov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Douglas moves away.
Vlasov fails to land the takedown.
Douglas is trying hard to land a takedown here. Vlasov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Douglas shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vlasov as he avoids it easily.
Vlasov fails to land the takedown.
Douglas was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Douglas feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Vlasov's calf.#CL2#
Vlasov has closed the distance and engaged Douglas in a clinch.
Douglas tries to pull guard but Vlasov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T3#
Douglas jumps guard but Vlasov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Vlasov is trying to drag Douglas to the mat but Douglas just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Douglas jumps guard but Vlasov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Vlasov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Douglas is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vlasov to keep the fight standing.#TD#
Douglas manages to pull guard.
Douglas looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Douglas preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SU2#
Vlasov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Vlasov! #ROC2#
Douglas is rocked!#T4#
Vlasov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Douglas sprawls well. Douglas wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Vlasov gets slowly back to his feet.
Oh Douglas is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vlasov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Douglas feinted with a counter takedown.
Vlasov throws a right hand that Douglas ducks under and follows up with a left that Douglas also avoids with ease.
Douglas seems to have got his legs back now.
Douglas is trying hard to land a takedown here. Vlasov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Sloppy strikes from Vlasov. Those never looked like landing.
Douglas shoots in but no luck this time.
It seemed like Vlasov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Vlasov has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Douglas manages to break the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Douglas blocks a head kick by Vlasov.
Nice sprawl there from Douglas as Vlasov shoots in.
Douglas slips a jab and a cross from Vlasov.
Douglas is looking to counter punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Oleg Vlasov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Vlasov 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 Paul Gruel scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oleg Vlasov!
Oleg Vlasov spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 01, 2017

#R1#
King throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Buckner counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Buckner.
Buckner throwing strikes from guard but King blocks nicely.
Buckner throws a big elbow that misses.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now King is on top in guard. #REVB#
King controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buckner wants to stand up but King is controlling him.
Buckner 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.
King trying to control the position from guard on top but Buckner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Buckner pulls King in to control the position.
Buckner trying to keep a closed guard but King is proving a slippery customer.
Buckner trying to strike off his back.
Buckner seems keen to control King's posture.
King engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Buckner could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#CL2#
King clinches up against the cage.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
King tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Buckner avoids it.#BC2#
King manages to break the clinch.
A low kick from King misses #TD#
so Buckner counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
King is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Buckner dives into side control. #REVB#
Buckner working the body and head with strikes. #SUB#
Buckner thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
King is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Buckner in the domination position with King hanging on.
King is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
King takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
King is looking for a sweep.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SU#
Buckner stands up and we're back to a striking position. #CL2#
King forces Buckner back against the cage and clinches.
Buckner is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables King to keep the fight standing.
Buckner managing to block the knees to the body from King.
King has Buckner pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Buckner manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
King using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Buckner has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
The referee calls for King to work.
King tries for a takedown but Buckner manages to get underhooks.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Buckner tries to pull guard but King won't allow it.
King misses with an elbow over the top.
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 Charley Buckner will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
King throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Buckner tries to counter by clinching up but King breaks away and moves out of range.
King pulls out of a head kick attempt.
King tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Buckner defending well as King loads up on a big left hand.
King looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
King throws the kick towards the body but Buckner avoids it.#CL2#
King clinches with his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buckner is pressed up against the cage. King has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Buckner down to the mat. Buckner avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
King moves in looking to clinch but Buckner pushes him off.
Buckner fires out a quick counter leg kick but King just manages to avoid it.
A shot to the body from King misses
and Buckner counters with a leg kick.
King throws a right hand that Buckner ducks under and follows up with a left that Buckner also avoids with ease.#T1#
King tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Buckner defends well and King ends up having to push Buckner into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Charley Buckner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Austin King.
King takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
King fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Buckner checks it well.
Buckner seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
King darts in and clinches Buckner up against the cage.
Buckner tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. King just stands there and leans against the cage.
King has Buckner pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Buckner manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Buckner pulls guard successfully. #SUB#
King got a little sloppy there for a moment and Buckner has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, King has managed to get both his arms back between Buckner's legs - danger averted.
King wants to control from the top but Buckner keeps moving.
Buckner bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in King's guard. #REVR##T2##SUB2#
King working for a triangle but Buckner defends it easily.
Buckner missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
King is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Buckner trying to control but King is working from the bottom. #T3#
King can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Buckner controls the pace.
King looking to hit a scissor sweep but Buckner is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
King throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Buckner with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Buckner got a little sloppy there for a moment and King has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Buckner has managed to get both his arms back between King's legs - danger averted.
Buckner engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Buckner stands up over King, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
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 Charley Buckner will probably get the nod.
That's time! Buckner's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
King gets a clinch.
King misses with a punch to the body.
Buckner is trying to pull guard but King turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
King tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Come on King - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
King lands a body shot.
Buckner fails to pull the fight into his guard. #BC2#
King breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
King looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Buckner is fending him off so far but King persists. Nope, Buckner circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Buckner blocks the body kick.
As King looks to move away, Buckner throws a big counter combo but King just gets out of the way.#CL2#
King closes the distance and clinches. #T1#
King tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Buckner avoids it.
King is trying to drag Buckner to the mat but Buckner just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC2#
King breaks the clinch. #CL#
Buckner closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from King.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
King can't find room to land a body shot as Buckner controls the action. #TD2#
King is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Buckner can't fight it off and eventually King manages to take the fight to the floor. Buckner looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
King tries to free his leg and advance position but Buckner is retaining full guard. #T2#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Buckner holds on and takes a little breather.
King wants to get up but he can't break Buckner's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
King is looking to pass into half guard but Buckner pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Buckner is in guard.#REVR##SU#
Buckner gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
King throws a left and a right that both miss
and Buckner counters with a slapping leg kick. #CL2#
King closes the distance and pushes Buckner back into the cage.
King is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Buckner is defending well for now.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Buckner tries to pull guard but King forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Charley Buckner. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Buckner is trying to pull guard but King has him pressed against the cage.#T3#
King misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Buckner.
King lands an elbow just above Buckner 's eye. #CUT2#
It looks like Charley Buckner has been cut.
Buckner fails to pull guard.
King tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Buckner's elbow. #TD2#
King has picked Buckner up - he's going for a ride! King dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Buckner might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Buckner holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
King trying to advance position but Buckner counters by regaining guard.
King trying to control the position from guard on top but Buckner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
King tries to free his leg and advance position but Buckner is retaining full guard. #T4#
Buckner keeping moving, preventing King from controlling successfully.
King pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Buckner is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
King rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Buckner counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #CL2#
King moves into range and clinches up with Buckner.
Austin King has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC2#
King manages to break the clinch.
Buckner avoids the head kick by King.
Charley Buckner is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
King throws a half hearted mid kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Austin King comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Buckner 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 Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Charley Buckner!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 27, 2017

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Buckner tries to close the distance and clinch but Silva swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Silva with the counter takedown but Buckner avoids it easily.
Buckner tries to clinch but Silva moves out of range.
Buckner tries to clinch up but Silva circles away and keeps his distance.
Silva with the counter takedown but Buckner avoids it easily.
Buckner tries to clinch but Silva moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buckner tries to clinch but Silva moves out of range.
Buckner tries to clinch but Silva moves out of range.
And Silva tries to counter it with a takedown but Buckner pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T1##TD#
Buckner gets a takedown into half guard.
Silva wants to improve his position but Buckner is controlling well.
Silva moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Silva is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Buckner frees his head nicely. Oh but Silva has switched to an armbar! Buckner is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Toro Silva!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 24, 2017

#R1#
Jalokin looks to score with a jab to the body but Hodge is just out of range.
Jalokin scores with a one two! Hodge had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Jalokin throws a right and a left that Hodge avoids nicely.
Hodge seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Jalokin scores with a nice head shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Adolph Hodge has been cut.
Jalokin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hodge slips a jab and a cross from Jalokin.
Hodge went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Hodge misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Jalokin lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jalokin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hodge circles away quickly and effectively.
Jalokin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hodge manages to avoid it.
Jalokin scores with a hook.
Jalokin looks to land a combination but Hodge avoids it well. #T1#
Jalokin throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jalokin lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Jalokin.#ROC2#
Hodge is rocked!
Jalokin lands a big right hook! Hodge looks hurt but is still standing! Jalokin lands a left jab and another right hook! This time Hodge falls down and Jalokin dives in with a huge hammer fist! Hodge's eyes roll back! The referee calls for the bell and Jalokin runs up the cage to celebrate with his fans!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Junaidi Jalokin!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 21, 2017

#R1#
Red lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Douglas avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Douglas.
Red fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Douglas thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice sprawl there from Red as Douglas shoots in.
Red misses with a jab, cross combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Red misses with a wild combination. #KD2#
Red lands a left and a right that send Douglas crashing to the mat, dazed. Red thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Douglas is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Mikel Douglas has been cut.#T1#
Red moves in close and cracks Douglas with a massive right hand! Douglas, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Red!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Leonard Red!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 17, 2017

#R1#
White tries to close the distance and clinch but Branch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
White tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Branch manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Branch has closed the distance and engaged White in a clinch. #BC2#
White manages to break the clinch.
White tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Branch manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Branch slips a jab and a cross from White.
Branch changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Branch takes a swing at White's ribcage but misses.
Branch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. White sees it coming and avoids it easily.
White scores with a head kick.
White works over Branch's head and body with a nice combination.
White gets in close and tags Branch with a short punch that almost sends Branch to the mat! Oh Branch is in big trouble! He turns his back on White, trying to create some distance but White rushes him, striking wildly and Branch goes down! The referee tackles White into the cage to end the fight! White is one violent man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cleveland White!

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