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QFC Tournament 229 Round 2 PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Dan Stefan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Gary Killian (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Stefan comes to the cage accompanied by knockout. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Dan Stefan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Gary Killian!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, James Glass and Steven Brown.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Stefan gets a takedown into half guard.
Stefan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Killian tries to roll over but Stefan keeps him under control.
Killian is not content to let Stefan control the position.
Killian is looking for a sweep. Stefan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Stefan scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Killian is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stefan pulls his head out easily.
Killian tries to get to full guard but Stefan has control of the leg.
Stefan is pressing down on Killian's thigh, looking to free his foot. Killian is holding on for now.
Killian really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Stefan. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Killian trying to control from the bottom.
Stefan passes the guard and advances to mount!
Stefan in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Killian is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Stefan looking to ground and pound but Killian is blocking nicely.
Killian tries to hold on but Stefan pushes him away.
Killian sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Stefan not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Stefan seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Killian is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Dan Stefan!
Dan Stefan thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Esquiva Falcao (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jonny Smith (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Jonny Smith is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Esquiva Falcao!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Jonny Smith!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Steven Brown and James Atkins.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Falcao has his takedown stuffed
and Smith counters with a nice double leg into side control. Falcao won't be happy with that.
Smith has hold of Falcao's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Falcao seems comfortable defending it but Smith has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Falcao is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Falcao is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Smith couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jonny Smith!
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Co-main event
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jerome McMann (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Michael Przyz (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both these guys have really solid chins. Will we see a standup war or will they both decide that a knockout is unlikely and try to win the fight elsewhere?
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Jerome McMann!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Michael Przyz!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Daniel Bishop and Richard Clark.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Przyz tries to clinch up.
McMann stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Przyz.
McMann avoids the head kick by Przyz.
Przyz fails with a takedown attempt.
Przyz fails with an attempt to clinch.
McMann shoots in for a takedown but Przyz shows good takedown defense.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Przyz.
Przyz stuffs the takedown attempt from McMann. McMann gets slowly back to his feet.
McMann shoots in for a takedown but Przyz shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jerome McMann. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Przyz throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McMann's waist but McMann gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Przyz off to one side.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from McMann.
McMann misses the shot to the body.
McMann goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
It looks like Michael Przyz has been cut.
McMann shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Przyz sprawls well. Przyz wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McMann gets slowly back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Przyz shoots in looking for a takedown. McMann tries to sprawl out of it but Przyz keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. McMann manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McMann shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Przyz sprawls well. Przyz wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McMann gets slowly back to his feet.
Przyz fails with an attempt to clinch.
Przyz slips under a jab from McMann.
Przyz tries to score a power double leg takedown but McMann sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Przyz somewhat.
McMann keeps the fight on the outside.
McMann tries to clinch but Przyz moves out of range.
Przyz tries to clinch but McMann moves out of range.
Przyz fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with McMann, pushing him back against the cage.
Przyz breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
McMann throws a series of punches but Przyz avoids them all with ease.
Przyz looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Przyz shoots in looking for a takedown but McMann manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Przyz's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Przyz throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Przyz shoots in for a takedown but McMann shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Przyz looks winded!
McMann has Przyz up against the cage in a clinch.
Przyz missing with knees to the body.
McMann is trying to break the clinch but Przyz is controlling him.
Przyz pulls guard.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
McMann slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sloppy strikes there by McMann.
Przyz defending against the ground and pound.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
McMann decides to stand back up. McMann steps back and let's Przyz get back to his feet.
McMann tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Przyz swivels and escapes.
McMann shoots for a double leg takedown but Przyz sprawls well. He's pushed McMann's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
McMann lands with a good body shot.
Przyz shoots in but no luck this time.
Przyz takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
McMann swats away the attempt to clinch by Przyz.
Przyz leaves McMann with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
McMann shoots for a takedown but Przyz saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
McMann stuffs the takedown.
Przyz tries to score a power double leg takedown but McMann sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Przyz somewhat.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Nice takedown defense from Przyz. No joy for McMann on that attempt.
Przyz fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
McMann closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McMann pulls guard.
Przyz missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Przyz pushing down on McMann's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Przyz wants to pass the guard but McMann is defending well.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Przyz has decided to stand back up but his arm is trapped. Whilst he's worrying about his arm, McMann works to full guard.
Przyz postures up in McMann's guard and throws a big left but McMann blocks it.
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 Jerome McMann will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Michael Przyz's cut.
That's time! McMann's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
McMann fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McMann shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
McMann defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Przyz.
Przyz swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Przyz fails with a takedown attempt.
McMann displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Przyz.
Jerome McMann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael Przyz.
Przyz is looking to clinch.
Przyz fails with a takedown attempt.
McMann scores with a one two! Przyz had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Przyz throws a head kick but McMann moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A decent looking cross lands there for McMann.
McMann looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jerome McMann is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Przyz is breathing heavily.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Przyz misses with a takedown attempt - McMann sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
McMann shoots for a takedown but Przyz saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
McMann shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Przyz but Przyz pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McMann fails with a takedown attempt.
Przyz shoots in and drives through. McMann sprawls well.
McMann throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Przyz stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Przyz has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Przyz tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McMann manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McMann leaves Przyz with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Przyz walks into a stiff left hand from McMann.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
McMann fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Przyz tries to score a power double leg takedown but McMann sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Przyz somewhat.
McMann throws a push kick but Przyz slaps the foot to one side.
Przyz takes the fight into the clinch.
Przyz can't get the takedown.
McMann is trying to force a seperation but Przyz has the dominant position.
McMann is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
McMann can't break the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Przyz is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
McMann fails to pull guard.
Przyz is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
McMann pressing his opponent against the cage.
McMann wants to break the clinch but can't.
Przyz tries to score a body lock takedown but McMann shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
McMann pulls guard effortlessly.
Przyz looking to sit in guard and control but McMann gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McMann accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McMann postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Przyz is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
McMann sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Przyz's guard.
Przyz is looking to improve his position.
Przyz is not content to let McMann control the position.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with McMann in particular looking to stall.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jerome McMann dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Michael Przyz's cut.
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!
McMann looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Przyz is fending him off so far but McMann persists. Nope, Przyz circles away and we're back to standing.
Przyz has closed the distance and engaged McMann in a clinch.
McMann can't break the clinch.
Przyz taking a breather.
Przyz is looking for a takedown.
Przyz prevents McMann from breaking the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
McMann throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Przyz has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McMann after a bit of a struggle.
Przyz's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Przyz drags the fight down to the ground.
Przyz takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McMann looking to pass the guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McMann drops back looking for a leg! Przyz is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Przyz manages to kick McMann off! McMann jumps back into Przyz's guard.
McMann not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Przyz keeping full guard, as McMann tries to pass.
McMann throwing strikes from guard but Przyz blocks nicely.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
McMann stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Przyz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Przyz trying to control the position.
McMann throws an elbow that misses. Przyz uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in McMann's guard. Nice move by Przyz!
Przyz trying to control but McMann is working from the bottom.
McMann pulls Przyz in close to his closed guard and prevents Przyz from doing any damage or advancing position.
Jerome McMann overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Przyz tries to free his leg and advance position but McMann is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McMann is pulling down on Przyz's head to control his posture.
The ref stands the fighters back up because Jerome McMann just wasn't active enough.
McMann clinches with his opponent.
McMann tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Przyz just stands there and leans against the cage.
Przyz is trying to pull guard but McMann turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Jerome McMann has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael Przyz.
Przyz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McMann tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Przyz swivels and escapes.
Nice shot lands for McMann.
Przyz tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McMann paws at him with a jab and circles away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McMann fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Przyz, pushing him back against the cage.
Przyz tries to pull guard but McMann won't allow it.
McMann jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Przyz walks away with a smile on his face. McMann gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
McMann fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Przyz shoots in for a double leg but McMann sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
McMann scores with a jab to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McMann drives through and clinches with Przyz against the cage.
McMann tries to break free but Przyz pushes him back against the cage.
Przyz leaning against his opponent.
McMann is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Przyz gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Przyz tries to pull guard but McMann holds him up against the cage and eventually Przyz drops back down to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Przyz is trying to pull guard but McMann has him pressed against the cage.
McMann wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
McMann tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jerome McMann showed his dominance in that final round.
Well McMann 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight for Jerome McMann!
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight for Jerome McMann!
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight for Jerome McMann!
Jerome McMann wins by unanimous decision!
Jerome McMann seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Main event
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Coming up we have a super heavyweight MMA rules bout between Joe Lauzon (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Santiago Pozinibbio (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Man, I cannot wait for this one!
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the super heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Joe Lauzon!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
1 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Santiago Pozinibbio!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, James Atkins and Daniel Bishop.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pozinibbio has a takedown stuffed.
Pozinibbio closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Lauzon's guard.
Pozinibbio slips nicely into half guard.
Lauzon makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lauzon.
Lauzon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pozinibbio is aware though and is defending well.
Pozinibbio pushing down on Lauzon's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Lauzon moves into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lauzon keeping full guard, as Pozinibbio tries to pass.
Pozinibbio is pushing down on Lauzon's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lauzon is fighting to maintain full guard but Pozinibbio has managed to sneak the leg through.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pozinibbio works his foot free and advances to mount.
Pozinibbio with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lauzon sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Lauzon is looking to improve his position.
Pozinibbio trying to pass the guard but Lauzon defending well.
Pozinibbio works his foot free and advances to mount.
Pozinibbio fails to advance to Lauzon's back.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pozinibbio working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Lauzon stops Pozinibbio from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Lauzon keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pozinibbio moves to back control.
Lauzon is breathing heavily.
Pozinibbio is working for a rear naked choke. Lauzon is not defending it well and Pozinibbio has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Lauzon refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Lauzon's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Santiago Pozinibbio!
After the fight, Santiago Pozinibbio was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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