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Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Sparky Anderson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Booker McQuade (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Anderson comes to the cage accompanied by Blue clear sky. McQuade has chosen Eyes of a Ranger as his entrance music. Sparky Anderson had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business
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Abu Dhabi Champ
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
26 - 9 - 1, fighting out of Montreal, Sparky Anderson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
22 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Booker McQuade!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Ian Loll and Elvis Blanc.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McQuade misses with a looping left.
McQuade throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Anderson.
Anderson fails with the takedown.
McQuade attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Anderson feinted with a counter takedown.
McQuade misses with a hook. Anderson ducked under it nicely.
Anderson checks a leg kick.
McQuade throws a series of strikes that have Anderson backpedaling.
It looks like Sparky Anderson has been cut.
No joy there for McQuade, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Anderson tries to counter with a takedown but McQuade is quick to defend against it.
McQuade looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Anderson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McQuade is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A bone on bone clash there as Anderson blocks the leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Anderson moves out of range as McQuade throws a body kick.
McQuade fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Anderson tries to counter with a takedown but McQuade is quick to defend against it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
McQuade throws a sloppy head kick and Anderson moves out of range easily.
McQuade throws out a leg kick but Anderson moves out of range and McQuade only half commits.
A solid leg kick lands there for McQuade.
No luck for Anderson with that takedown attempt.
A nice leg kick lands there from McQuade.
Anderson blocks the body kick.
Anderson fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McQuade rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Anderson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Good shot there by McQuade.
McQuade swings widly with a right hand
and Anderson counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
McQuade keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Anderson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
McQuade blocking the ground and pound attempt from Anderson.
McQuade works his way to full guard. Good work.
McQuade is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Anderson is controlling him.
McQuade is trying to control the position but Anderson postures up.
Anderson preventing the sweep.
Anderson trying to control but McQuade is working from the bottom.
McQuade wants to sweep here but Anderson controlling him for the moment.
Anderson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but McQuade manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Anderson has McQuade in his guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
McQuade stands up from Anderson's guard - McQuade perhaps looking for a knockout.
McQuade turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McQuade throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
McQuade throws a left and a right that both miss
and Anderson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Anderson trying to control but McQuade is working from the bottom.
McQuade trying to control the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McQuade keeping moving, preventing Anderson from controlling successfully.
Anderson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McQuade is keeping the position for now.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
McQuade wants to sweep here but Anderson controlling him for the moment.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Booker McQuade dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sparky Anderson's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
McQuade throws the kick towards the body but Anderson avoids it.
Anderson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? McQuade is fending him off so far but Anderson persists. Nope, McQuade circles away and we're back to standing.
McQuade throws a right hand that misses
so Anderson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Anderson is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! McQuade is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! McQuade has escaped and now he's on top!
Anderson working for a triangle but McQuade defends it easily.
McQuade must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McQuade prevents Anderson from getting back to his feet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Anderson working a defensive guard here.
Anderson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McQuade tries to free his leg and advance position but Anderson is retaining full guard.
McQuade is pushing down on Anderson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Anderson is fighting to maintain full guard but McQuade has managed to sneak the leg through.
McQuade wants to get back to his feet.
Anderson tries to get to full guard but McQuade has control of the leg.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McQuade postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Anderson to stand up.
Anderson dodges the punch combination from McQuade.
Sparky Anderson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McQuade comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Anderson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McQuade.
Anderson slips a straight right by McQuade.
Anderson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Anderson rushes McQuade and presses him up against the cage.
McQuade is defending well against a takedown attempt.
McQuade lands a right hand.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Anderson is trying to drag McQuade to the mat but McQuade just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short right from McQuade.
Anderson wants a takedown.
A short right from McQuade on the inside.
McQuade trying to land knees to the body.
McQuade gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Anderson.
Anderson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but McQuade gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Anderson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. McQuade is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
McQuade's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McQuade lands with a thumping leg kick.
Anderson slips under a jab.
McQuade connects with a solid leg kick.
McQuade swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Anderson avoids a kick to the body.
Anderson moves out of range of the body kick.
Anderson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Anderson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McQuade but McQuade pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Anderson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McQuade can pounce on him.
Booker McQuade seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McQuade has closed the distance and engaged Anderson in a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McQuade tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Anderson avoids it.
Anderson has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed McQuade clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
McQuade just trying to survive but Anderson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Booker McQuade showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sparky Anderson's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
McQuade moves in looking to clinch but Anderson pushes him off.
McQuade throws a head kick that misses
and Anderson counters with a takedown into side control.
Anderson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Anderson trying to control the position but McQuade is working away.
McQuade tries to escape but Anderson is in control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. McQuade knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
McQuade sneaks back into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Anderson is trying to work for a kimura but McQuade is defending well.
McQuade trying to control from the bottom.
McQuade wants to improve his position but Anderson is controlling well.
Anderson seems to be working for a kimura but McQuade defends the submission attempt.
McQuade has one foot on Anderson's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
McQuade with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McQuade scores with a hook to the body. Anderson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Anderson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Anderson blocks a jab.
McQuade misses the shot to the body.
McQuade tries a head kick but it misses.
McQuade avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Anderson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Anderson blocks a low kick nicely.
Anderson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McQuade as he jumps to the side.
McQuade connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
McQuade tries to clinch but Anderson moves out of range.
McQuade takes the fight into the clinch.
McQuade looking to throw knees to the head but Anderson is blocking nicely.
A short left from McQuade.
Anderson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McQuade landing knees to the body.
Anderson blocks an elbow strike from McQuade.
McQuade lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Anderson or not.
McQuade working some nice short punches in the clinch.
McQuade is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Anderson is defending well for now.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McQuade creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Anderson wants a takedown.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Anderson can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sparky Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
McQuade lands a good knee to the midsection. Anderson won't want to take too many of those.
McQuade lands with a left to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McQuade lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
McQuade breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McQuade displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
McQuade stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McQuade scores with a jab. Anderson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
McQuade throws a big shot that misses.
Anderson attempts a counter takedown but McQuade avoids it well and moves away.
Booker McQuade is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McQuade throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Anderson is rocked!
McQuade tries a head kick but it misses.
Anderson tries to counter with a takedown but McQuade is quick to defend against it.
Oh Anderson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
McQuade doesn't manage to clinch there - Anderson circles away.
Sparky Anderson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Booker McQuade is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Anderson seems to have got his legs back now.
McQuade throws a right hand that misses
and Anderson counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Anderson.
And that's the end of the fight!
Booker McQuade comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got McQuade 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Booker McQuade!
Booker McQuade thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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energy
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hype
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