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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 15, 2023 |
#R1#
Makovic darts in looking for a takedown but Matthews gets double underhooks and turns Makovic into the cage.
Makovic can't get the takedown.
Matthews is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Makovic is trying to maintain a safe position but Matthews gets an underhook and turns Makovic into the cage.
Makovic jumps guard but Matthews stands there with Makovic around his waist. Makovic gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dmitri Makovic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Makovic fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Matthews drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Makovic gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Matthews is looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Matthews drags the fight down to the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makovic throwing strikes but missing.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Matthews is on top in guard.
#REVB##T1#
Matthews is standing up over Makovic. Makovic looks to escape but Matthews dives into side control.
Makovic knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Matthews on the ground.
Matthews tries to move into full mount but can't pass Makovic's legs.
Makovic avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Matthews.
Makovic is trying to buck Matthews off.
Matthews is looking to take a break and control but Makovic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Makovic might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Matthews tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Sloppy strikes there by Matthews.
Makovic is trying to get back to his feet.
Matthews working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ground and pound from Matthews seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #T3#
Matthews slows the pace down.
Makovic tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Matthews presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Matthews controlling the pace for now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Matthews throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Matthews has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Makovic tries to hold on but Matthews pushes him away.
The referee warns Makovic that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Matthews controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
It looks like Matthews might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Makovic working to try and regain half guard.
Matthews controlling the pace for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Makovic is looking to get to half guard.
Makovic tries to control Matthews's body but Matthews pushes him off. Makovic squirms to his side and now Matthews has his back!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ethan Matthews dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Matthews shoots in for a double leg but Makovic sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Matthews fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Makovic appears to be looking for a big counter.
Matthews shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL#
and Makovic counters by moving into the clinch.
Dmitri Makovic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ethan Matthews.
Matthews has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Makovic is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC#
Makovic breaks the clinch.
Makovic lands a nice leg kick that just misses Matthews's sensitive parts. #CL#
Makovic pushes Matthews up against the cage in a clinch.
Matthews goes for a takedown in the clinch but Makovic prevents it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Makovic breaks the clinch.
#CL#
Makovic clinches up with Matthews and pushes him back against the cage.
Matthews has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Matthews being controlled against the cage.#BC#
Makovic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Makovic fails with the takedown.
Makovic shoots for a takedown but Matthews saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Matthews is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Makovic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Matthews defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Makovic.#CL2#
Matthews has Makovic up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD2#
Matthews ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Matthews no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Matthews wants to sweep here but Makovic controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Makovic is looking to stand up but Matthews won't let him.
Makovic trying to control but Matthews is working from the bottom.
Matthews managing to control the position.
Makovic stopping the sweep attempt from Matthews.
Makovic has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Matthews has a closed guard, preventing Makovic from standing up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Makovic trying to control the position from guard on top but Matthews 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#
Makovic darts in looking for a takedown but Matthews gets double underhooks and turns Makovic into the cage.
Makovic tries to pull guard but Matthews holds him up against the cage and eventually Makovic drops back down to his feet.
Makovic is trying to pull guard but Matthews turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Matthews working hard to break the clinch.
Makovic throws a knee to the head but misses.
Matthews misses with a body punch.
Makovic keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Matthews's efforts to push away.
Matthews dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Matthews can't get the takedown.
Matthews jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Makovic walks away with a smile on his face. Matthews gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Horrible takedown attempt by Makovic or perhaps it was just good defense by Matthews, which made it look bad.
A head kick from Makovic lands but Matthews takes it in his stride.
Makovic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Makovic closes the distance and clinches up with Matthews, looking for a takedown. Makovic pushes Matthews against the cage but Matthews circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Matthews tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Makovic defends well and Matthews ends up having to push Makovic into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Matthews goes for a double leg but Makovic avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Makovic continues to drive forward.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dmitri Makovic dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Makovic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Matthews. #CL2#
Matthews takes the fight into the clinch.
Matthews tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Matthews tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Makovic smiles and moves away.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Matthews is defended easily by Makovic.
Dmitri Makovic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ethan Matthews.
Makovic tries for a takedown but Matthews circles away easily#CL2#
and Matthews moves into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makovic wants a takedown.
Matthews tries to break free but Makovic pushes him back against the cage.
Matthews is trying to drag Makovic to the mat but Makovic just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T1#
Matthews tries to pull guard but Makovic forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Matthews takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Makovic tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Makovic slows down the pace here.
Makovic tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Matthews has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Makovic is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Makovic tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Makovic is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD2#
Matthews jumps guard and drags Makovic to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Matthews manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Matthews wants a takedown but no success here.
Matthews is trying to push Makovic away but Makovic has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC2#
Matthews breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Matthews closes the distance and pushes Makovic back into the cage.#BC#
Makovic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Matthews tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Makovic swivels and escapes.
Matthews takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#T3#
Matthews throws a head kick that misses.
Matthews closes the distance and clinches up with Makovic, looking for a takedown. Matthews pushes Makovic against the cage but Makovic circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Makovic tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Matthews defends well and Makovic ends up having to push Matthews into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Makovic tries to work over Matthews's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Makovic manages to break the clinch.
Makovic shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Matthews but Matthews pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Makovic throws a sloppy head kick and Matthews moves out of range easily.
The fight stays on the outside here - Makovic looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Matthews avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Matthews is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#T4#
Matthews throws a head kick that misses.
Makovic was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Makovic is defended easily by Matthews.
Matthews tries for a takedown but Makovic sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dmitri Makovic is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Makovic is looking to clinch but Matthews is avoiding it.
Dmitri Makovic is winning the standup battle so far.
Matthews shoots in looking for a takedown. Makovic tries to sprawl out of it but Matthews keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Makovic manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The fight stays on the outside here - Makovic looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ethan Matthews comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Matthews 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ethan Matthews!
During a confident post fight interview, Ethan Matthews thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 09, 2023 |
#R1#
Oliviera has his takedown stuffed
and Makovic counters with a one-two to the body.
Oliviera looks winded!#CL#
Makovic closes the distance and clinches.
Makovic using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Oliviera has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
#BC#
Makovic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Makovic keeps the fight on the outside.#TD#
Makovic drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SU#
Makovic has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #TD#
Oliviera gets caught napping as Makovic dives in and scores a takedown. Oliviera manages to retain guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oliviera is trying to control the position but Makovic postures up.
Makovic controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Makovic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Makovic is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SU#
Makovic stands up from guard. Let's bang! #TD#
Makovic shoots in and bounces Oliviera off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SU#
Makovic decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #T2##TD#
Makovic gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Makovic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Nice strikes from Makovic there. #T3##SUB#
Makovic is working for a submission of some sort.
Makovic stalling. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Makovic has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SU#
Makovic stands up out of the half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL#
Makovic gets a clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dmitri Makovic dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##TD#
Makovic throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Oliviera was covering up waiting for the punch and Makovic finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Makovic controlling from the top position. #SU#
Makovic decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Makovic drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Makovic tries to move into full mount but can't pass Oliviera's legs.
Oliviera is breathing heavily.#T1#
Makovic working the head and body with strikes.
Makovic in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Oliviera taking punishment in the form of punches.
Makovic controlling the position. #SU#
Makovic decides to stand back up. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#CL#
Makovic rushes Oliviera and presses him up against the cage.
Makovic slows down the pace here.
#BC#
Makovic breaks the clinch.
Oliviera gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#TD#
Makovic drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Makovic looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SU#
Makovic gets to his feet. Oliviera looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T3##TD#
Makovic feints and as Oliviera raises his hands in defense, Makovic changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Makovic keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Oliviera's head.
Makovic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Makovic is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Oliviera can't keep his opponent in guard - Makovic advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T4#
Makovic controlling the pace.
Makovic scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Makovic takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We've been informed that Oliviera has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Makovic works his way into full mount!
Makovic content just to control the position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Makovic is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Oliviera is surviving well by controlling Makovic's body position as best he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dmitri Makovic dominated that second round.
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##TD#
Oliviera gets caught napping as Makovic dives in and scores a takedown. Oliviera manages to retain guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Makovic stands up and waves to Oliviera to follow him. #CL#
Makovic clinches. #TD#
Makovic ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Makovic no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Makovic manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Oliviera takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Oliviera is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD#
Makovic jumps guard.
Makovic is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1#
Oliviera trying to control the position from guard on top but Makovic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES#
Makovic pushes Oliviera off and scrambles back to his feet.
#TD#
Oliviera gets caught flat footed, as Makovic shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Makovic is stalling in the full guard.
Makovic knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Oliviera on the ground.#T2##SUB2#
Oliviera looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Makovic cracks Oliviera with a solid left hand.
Makovic working some strikes from top position.
Makovic sitting in guard here, content to control. #SU#
Makovic stands and steps away. Oliviera gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #TD#
Makovic scores with a takedown into Oliviera's guard.#T3#
Makovic slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Makovic won't allow Oliviera to sweep him here. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Makovic landing with the ground and pound.
Makovic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Makovic has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB#
Makovic is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Makovic feints and as Oliviera raises his hands in defense, Makovic changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dmitri Makovic showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Makovic has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dmitri Makovic! |
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