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Date: Jun 09, 2018 |
#R1# Hill takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Lillard tries to work over Hill's front leg with a kick but Hill checks it. Lillard scores with a nice body kick.
Hill looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Hill avoids a lazy jab quite easily. And Hill responds with a good body kick, but Lillard manages to step out the way in time. Hill throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lillard is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Lillard tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hill manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Hill throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lillard. Lillard misses with a hook. Hill ducked under it nicely. A good leg kick by Lillard. Hill pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Lillard tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lillard pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hill takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Lillard tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hill manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Hill feints a counter leg kick. Lillard does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. Hill tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T1# Lillard takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A slapping body kick lands there for Lillard. Hill checks a low kick from Lillard. Lillard ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Lillard's jab looks to have found its range, popping Hill under the eye. Hill takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Hill misses with a wild body shot. Hill fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lillard manages to avoid it. Lillard misses with a body shot.
Lillard misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lillard lands a nice hook to Hill's body. Hill takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Hill fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lillard manages to avoid it. Hill looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lillard jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#T2# Hill takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Lillard just misses with a punch to the body.
Lillard uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hill. Lillard jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Hill tries to work over Lillard's front leg with a kick but Lillard checks it. Hill avoids the head kick by Lillard.
Lillard misses with an uppercut. Hill saw that one coming. Lillard throws a lazy right hand but Hill sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Lillard slips under a jab. A bone on bone clash there as Lillard blocks the leg kick.
Hill ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Hill appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Lillard swings away with a body shot that misses
and Hill counters with an outside leg kick.
Lillard dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Lillard scores with a decent looking hook. Lillard tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T3# Lillard tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hill was well out of range. Poor timing from Lillard. Hill is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Lillard connects with an inside leg kick. Lillard misses with a wild body shot. Lillard looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL# Lillard clinches with his opponent.
#BC2# Hill breaks from the clinch.
Hill will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Lillard thumps Hill with a low kick. Lillard misses the shot to the body. Lillard tries to move into range but Hill moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Some bone on bone action there as Hill checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Lillard misses with a kick to the body.
Hill lands a jab to the head.
A jab from Lillard finds it's way through Hill's defenses. Leeland Lillard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4# Hill throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. A big right from Lillard misses. Hill is looking to score with low kicks. 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! Lillard misses with a body kick. Hill tries a quick counter leg kick but Lillard is wise to it. Lillard goes for a high kick. It partially lands. Hill fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Lillard is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Hill thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Lillard if he has to take too many more of those.
Lillard tries a head kick but it misses.
Lillard finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hill throws out a counter right but Lillard avoids it with no problem. Lillard thows a leg kick but Hill checks it and Hill counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lillard's knee momentarily. Hill misses with a hook. Lillard ducked under it nicely. Lillard lands an overhand right. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leeland Lillard dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Hill takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Lillard connects with a right hand. Hill shakes it off. Hill throws a front kick that sends Lillard stumbling back into the cage. No joy there for Hill, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lillard stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hill. Lillard throws a head kick that half lands.
Hill throws a quick inside leg kick. A clash of legs there as Lillard blocks the low kick. Lillard misses with a kick to the body and Hill counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Lillard throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Lillard throws a head kick that misses. Hill lands with a shot to the body. Nice straight punches there by Hill. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Hill. Lillard moves out of range as Hill strikes.#T1# Lillard throws a series of strikes that have Hill backpedaling.
Lillard tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Lillard is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hill can do to turn this around? Lillard throws a front kick aimed at Hill's knee but Hill avoids it well. Hill ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lillard moves away. Lillard on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Hill throws a body shot but no joy. Hill takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Hill connects with a leg kick. Lillard looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Hill lands with a hook. Lillard tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Hill comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Hill tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lillard was well out of range. Poor timing from Hill. Hill throws a body kick that misses and Lillard counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. 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! Lillard swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hill.#T2# Some bone on bone action there as Lillard checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Lillard avoids the body shot from Hill.
Hill throws a leg kick and Lillard counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #CL# Lillard clinches up with Hill and pushes him back against the cage. Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hill misses with a short punch on the inside. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. Lillard blocks an uppercut.
Lillard has a couple of punches blocked by Hill.
#BC2# Hill manages to break the clinch.
Lillard looks for the body kick but Hill saw that one coming. Lillard uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hill. Lillard throws a push kick but Hill slaps the foot to one side. Hill lands with a nice body kick. #T3# Lillard misses with an uppercut
and Hill counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lillard thinking. The crowd cheers as Lillard lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hill doesn't seem phased though. Leeland Lillard is winning the standup battle so far. Hill bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lillard's head backwards. Hill blocks a leg kick. A combination from Hill does no damage. Hill comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Lillard is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Lillard misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hill let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Lillard avoids the head kick by Hill.
Some bone on bone action there as Hill checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Lillard fakes the leg kick and cracks Hill in the body. Hill on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Hill looks to throw the jab but Lillard is out of range. #T4# Lillard lands with a good body shot. Hill has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lillard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Lillard checks a leg kick nicely. Lillard tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Lillard misses with a looping left. A right-left combo lands from Hill. Lillard uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hill has time to react. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Hill, as that shot connected.
Hill scores with a leg kick.
Lillard scores with a kick to the midsection. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Hill fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Lillard checks it well. #CL# Lillard has closed the distance and engaged Hill in a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jericho Hill will probably get the nod - 10:9. 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# Lillard misses with a body kick. Lillard cracks Hill with a right hand to the side of the head. Lillard connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Lillard slips a jab from Hill. Lillard throws a head kick that misses and Hill counters with a leg kick. Lillard stuns Hill with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Hill is looking to land body kicks. Lillard takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Hill misses with a body kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Lillard scores with a jab to the jaw. Hill throws a right and a left that Lillard avoids nicely. Lillard checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Lillard blocks a low kick nicely. Lillard feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T1# Hill blocks a head kick by Lillard.
Hill ducks right into an uppercut from Lillard. A good leg kick by Lillard. Hill blocks a low kick nicely. Hill gets off balance looking for a body kick and Lillard counters with a solid body kick. Lillard misses with a kick to the body.
A little jabbing left from Hill on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Lillard moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Lillard takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Both fighters are breathing heavily. A nice leg kick lands there from Hill. Hill cracks a nice hook into Lillard's ribs. Lillard tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Hill is able to avoid easily.#CL# Lillard gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Lillard throws a punch but it's blocked by Hill. Hill softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. A head punch on the inside from Lillard fails to land. Hill tries to throw a body punch but Lillard avoids it by throwing Hill back against the cage. A short right from Hill. Lillard struggles to land a body shot inside as Hill controls his hands.
#BC2# Hill pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Hill thows a leg kick but Lillard checks it and Lillard counters with a stiff right hand. Lillard throws a leg kick and Hill counters with a nice leg kick. Hill throws a series of punches but Lillard avoids them all with ease. Hill misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lillard.
Lillard is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. Hill walks into a straight right hand from Lillard. Lillard slips a jab from Hill. Lillard lands a high kick!
#T3# Lillard slips under a jab from Hill. Hill misses with a hook to the body
and Hill takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Hill walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Lillard checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Lillard misses with a body shot.
Hill takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Hill has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lillard. Lillard lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL# Lillard moves into the clinch. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lillard. Lillard has a couple of punches blocked by Hill.
Lillard lands a body punch. #BC2# Hill pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Lillard tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hill was well out of range. Poor timing from Lillard. Lillard bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4# Lillard jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lillard lands with a nice body kick. Hill looks for the body kick but Lillard saw that one coming. Lillard staying out of range there. 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! Lillard throws a nice inside leg kick. Hill misses with the combination.
Lillard swinging wildly here.
Hill was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Hill's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. A big right from Hill misses. Lillard throws a quick counter kick to the body but Hill avoids it. Lillard catches Hill with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Lillard throws out a powerful jab.
And that's the end of the fight! Leeland Lillard showed his dominance in that final round. Well Lillard 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28 Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28 Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leeland Lillard! During a confident post fight interview, Leeland Lillard thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Syn 577
Date: May 12, 2018 |
#R1# Hill avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Hill is looking to chop away at Kakoullis's legs. Hill checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Kakoullis throws a poor cross that misses
and Hill counters with a low kick, right behind Kakoullis 's knee. Kakoullis looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Kakoullis paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Hill fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kakoullis throws a quick counter kick to the body but Hill avoids it. A nice leg kick lands there from Hill. Sotiris Kakoullis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hill misses the shot to the body. Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses. Hill throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Kakoullis's head.#CUT2# It looks like Sotiris Kakoullis has been cut. Hill throws an off balance right hand
and Kakoullis counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Hill jabs at Kakoullis's body. A big right from Hill misses. Hill looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kakoullis checks a low kick from Hill. Hill misses with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Hill on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hill fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T1# Kakoullis connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hill momentarily.
Kakoullis lands with a nice body punch. Hill takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Hill takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Hill misses with a leg kick. Hill chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kakoullis can pounce on him.
Hill tries to work over Kakoullis's front leg with a kick but Kakoullis checks it. Hill shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Hill pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Kakoullis moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Hill wants to land a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range. Hill moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Hill lands a head kick!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Kakoullis looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakoullis misses with an uppercut. A little jabbing left from Hill on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Kakoullis tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T2# Hill throws a front kick aimed at Kakoullis's knee but Kakoullis avoids it well. Hill lands a nice looking body kick. An inside leg kick from Hill misses. Hill throws a quick inside leg kick. Hill misses with a hook. Hill swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A big right from Kakoullis misses. A slapping leg kick lands for Hill.
Hill walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kakoullis. Kakoullis throws the kick towards the body but Hill avoids it. A leg kick checked by Hill. Kakoullis throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Kakoullis lands a nice shot that snaps Hill's head back.
Hill lands a nice hook to Kakoullis's body. Kakoullis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Kakoullis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Kakoullis connects with a jab.#T3# Kakoullis connects with a leg kick. Hill looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Kakoullis moves out of range as Hill strikes. Kakoullis connects with a solid leg kick. Hill fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kakoullis checks it well. Hill avoids the head kick by Kakoullis.
Kakoullis avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Hill throws a half hearted mid kick. Kakoullis jabs at Hill's body. Kakoullis throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Hill swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Kakoullis takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hill throws out a leg kick but Kakoullis moves out of range and Hill only half commits. Hill scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakoullis checks a low kick from Hill. Kakoullis blocks a head kick by Hill.
#T4# Kakoullis digs a good body shot into Hill's ribs. Hill looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. 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! Hill has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hill there as he acknowledges the shot. Kakoullis takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Hill misses with a low kick.
Hill tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakoullis was well out of range. Poor timing from Hill. Hill takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kakoullis throws a leg kick but Hill checks it. Kakoullis misses with a low kick as Hill jumps back. Hill tries a quick counter leg kick but Kakoullis is wise to it. Kakoullis throws a body punch but Hill moves out of range. Kakoullis thows a leg kick but Hill checks it and Hill makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Hill lands a nice hook to Kakoullis's body. Kakoullis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kakoullis staying out of range there. Kakoullis fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Hill checks it well. Hill looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely. Kakoullis throws a hook but Hill 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 Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis'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# Hill throws a body shot but no joy. Kakoullis thuds his shin into the meat of Hill's side. Nice uppercut there from Hill. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hill. Hill lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick from Hill.
Hill misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
Hill looks to land a left hand but Kakoullis moved out of range nicely. Hill throws a leg kick but Kakoullis moved away. Hill with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kakoullis. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kakoullis throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Hill looks to throw the jab but Kakoullis is out of range. Hill tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Kakoullis slips under a jab. A swing and a miss from Hill.#T1# Hill takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Hill misses with an uppercut. Kakoullis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Kakoullis chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kakoullis moves out of range of the body kick from Hill.
Hill moves out of range of the body kick from Kakoullis.
Kakoullis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hill moves away. Hill avoids a kick to the body.
Hill unleashes a big counter combination but Kakoullis bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses. Hill feints a counter leg kick. Hill cracks Kakoullis with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Kakoullis throws a front kick aimed at Hill's knee but Hill avoids it well. Hill misses with a low kick. Hill throws a nice looking combination but Kakoullis bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Kakoullis lands a lovely overhand right. Hill lands a jab to the nose. Kakoullis misses with a body shot.
#T2# Kakoullis uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hill.
Hill misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakoullis.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Kakoullis is looking to land body kicks. Hill is looking to land body kicks. Hill lands a nice hook to Kakoullis's body. Kakoullis takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Hill throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Kakoullis counter with a right hand. Hill swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hill cracks Kakoullis with a good jab.#CUT2# Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is getting worse. Hill swings for the body but Kakoullis moves out of range.
Hill takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Hill in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off. Kakoullis looks to score with a jab to the body but Hill is just out of range. Hill feints a counter leg kick. Good work by Kakoullis as he checks the leg kick. Kakoullis tried to score with a low kick but Hill checks it. Hill misses with a hook. Kakoullis throws a nice outside leg kick. #T3# Kakoullis lands a jab to Hill's midsection. Kakoullis throws a leg kick which misses Hill's front leg but catches the back leg as Hill tries to avoid it. Hill has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kakoullis. Hill misses with a low kick.
Kakoullis swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hill. Hill avoids a kick to the body.
Hill moves out of range as Kakoullis throws a body kick.
Hill misses with a head kick.
Kakoullis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kakoullis misses with a looping right. A clash of legs there as Kakoullis blocks the low kick. Kakoullis lands a jab to the nose. Kakoullis slips a straight right by Hill. Kakoullis takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Hill throws a body punch but Kakoullis moves out of range. Hill connects with an inside leg kick.#T4# Kakoullis fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hill looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Hill chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kakoullis can pounce on him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Hill throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Kakoullis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Kakoullis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hill. Hill throws a quick inside leg kick. Kakoullis misses with a low kick. Hill misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hill throws a body shot but no joy. Kakoullis slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Hill throws a sloppy head kick letting Kakoullis counter with a right hand. Kakoullis looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. A countering left hand to the body from Hill misses. Hill has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kakoullis finds it's way round the side to connect with Hill's head. Hill dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Hill misses with a body kick. Hill throws a chopping leg kick but Kakoullis manages to avoid taking any serious damage. 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 Sotiris Kakoullis will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Sotiris Kakoullis's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round! #R3# Kakoullis moves out of range of the leg kick from Hill. Kakoullis slips under a jab from Hill. Hill throws out a leg kick but Kakoullis moves out of range and Hill only half commits. Hill lands the left hand. A looping hook to the body misses from Kakoullis. Hill does a little dance to reset his feet. Kakoullis misses with a wild body shot. Hill darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Hill looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Hill throws a looping overhand right but Kakoullis ducks down to avoid it. Kakoullis digs a good hook to Hill's body.
Hill waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakoullis. Kakoullis throwing a counter right hand but Hill manages to avoid it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Hill throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kakoullis. Kakoullis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hill. That did some damage! Hill throws a wild body kick that Kakoullis sees coming a mile off. Hill blocks a low kick nicely.#T1# Hill takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kakoullis - that will leave a mark!
Kakoullis takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Hill takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Hill throws a leg kick enabling Kakoullis to counter with a crisp jab. Kakoullis scores with a kick to the body.
Kakoullis throws a body shot but no joy. Kakoullis stuns Hill with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. A decent looking cross lands there for Hill. Hill moves forwards but Kakoullis connects with a nice, crisp jab. Hill tests Kakoullis's chin there with a solid looking shot. Hill takes a swing at Kakoullis's ribcage but misses. An attempted straight right counter from Kakoullis misses the target. Kakoullis keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Kakoullis throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Hill lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Jericho Hill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Sotiris Kakoullis is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2# Kakoullis connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Hill has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Kakoullis misses with a body kick. Hill throws a push kick but Kakoullis slaps the foot to one side. Kakoullis throws a big counter combination but Hill scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Kakoullis thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Hill if he has to take too many more of those.
Kakoullis moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. Hill misses the jab. Kakoullis quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Hill throws a chopping leg kick but Kakoullis manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Hill fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakoullis manages to avoid it. Kakoullis tried to counter with a leg kick but Hill avoided it. Jab from Kakoullis. Kakoullis lands with a good body shot. Hill avoids the body shot from Kakoullis.
A solid body kick from Kakoullis. Hill looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakoullis bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Hill takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#T3# Hill throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hill pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakoullis lands with a cross. Kakoullis is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Hill takes a kick to the side of the head. Hill throws the left hand but Kakoullis avoids the punch easily. Sotiris Kakoullis is winning the standup battle so far. Hill pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range and Hill settles back down. Kakoullis connects with a looping right hand.
Hill's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Kakoullis throws a head kick that misses. Hill throws a head kick that half lands.
Kakoullis throws a nice head kick!
Hill connects with a body shot. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kakoullis throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakoullis throws a half hearted mid kick.#T4# Hill misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hill wants to land a leg kick but Kakoullis is out of range. Kakoullis blocks the body kick.
Hill lands a lovely overhand right.#CUT2# Sotiris Kakoullis's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Kakoullis scores with a punch to the head. A looping hook to the body misses from Hill. Kakoullis does a little dance to reset his feet. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Kakoullis, right into the meat.
Kakoullis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hill comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Hill connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A low kick from Hill is predictable there and Kakoullis counters with a stiff right hand. Kakoullis connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Kakoullis bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Hill misses the shot to the body.
And that's the end of the fight! Sotiris Kakoullis showed his dominance in that final round. Well Kakoullis 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27 Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:29 Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Sotiris Kakoullis! Sotiris Kakoullis 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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Event:
UGD 108:Rumlow Vs Hill
Date: Apr 13, 2018 |
#R1# Hill ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rumlow moves away. Hill takes one on the button. Hill looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. The fighters circling - Hill throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Hill blocks a jab. Rumlow cracks the inside of Hill's front leg. Rumlow throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Hill walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Rumlow definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rumlow checks a leg kick. Hill on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Rumlow misses with a head kick.
Rumlow throws a nice inside leg kick. Rumlow fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hill. Rumlow throws a half hearted mid kick. Hill lands a nice looking body shot.
Rumlow throws out a loose jab but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Hill on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Hill misses the jab. Rumlow darts in and out, connecting with a jab. A good leg kick by Rumlow. #T1# Hill swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rumlow. A chopping leg kick lands by Rumlow. Rumlow checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Rumlow tries to counter by clinching up but Hill breaks away and moves out of range. Brock Rumlow seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hill throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Hill takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rumlow throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hill sees it coming and avoids it easily. A shot to the body from Rumlow misses and Hill counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Rumlow is lucky that one didn't land flush. Rumlow avoids the body shot from Hill.
Nice shot lands for Hill.#CUT2# It looks like Brock Rumlow has been cut. Rumlow wants to clinch. Hill scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Hill ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rumlow moves away. Rumlow lands a slapping body shot.
#T2# A big left from Hill misses. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Rumlow rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hill finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body. Rumlow takes a swing at Hill's ribcage but misses. Hill misses the jab. Rumlow throws a body kick despite being completely out of range and Hill counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Hill pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rumlow is out of range and Hill settles back down. #CL# Rumlow drives through and clinches with Hill against the cage.
Rumlow working some nice short punches in the clinch. Rumlow can't find room to land a body shot as Hill controls the action.
A short right from Hill. Hill tries to break the clinch but Rumlow is controlling the position. Still in the clinch, Rumlow scores with a nice short uppercut. A head punch on the inside from Rumlow fails to land. Hill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hill. Rumlow with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Rumlow throws a head punch that misses. Rumlow fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rumlow swings wildly with an uppercut but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3# A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. Rumlow doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rumlow misses with a body punch.
Rumlow can't find room to land a body shot as Hill controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. Rumlow fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rumlow prevents Hill from breaking the clinch. Hill blocks a body shot from Rumlow. Hill lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Rumlow. Rumlow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Hill misses with the head strike.
A short uppercut from Hill. Rumlow lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hill or not. Rumlow lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Rumlow working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hill creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Rumlow lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Hill is trying to break free. Hill can't break the clinch.
#T4# Hill is trying to break free. Rumlow lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Rumlow swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Rumlow misses with a short punch on the inside. Nice body punch from Rumlow. Hill lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#BC2# Hill breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hill takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#CL# Rumlow rushes Hill and presses him up against the cage. Hill misses with the head strike.
Rumlow fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2# Hill breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hill avoids the body shot from Rumlow.
Rumlow bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Hill throws a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Rumlow throws a nice inside leg kick. Hill throws the kick towards the body but Rumlow avoids it. Rumlow uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hill has time to react. Rumlow feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hills jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brock Rumlow dominated that round. The cut man is working on Brock Rumlow'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# Rumlow scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hill doesn't seem bothered though. Rumlow throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Hill jabs at Rumlow's body. Hill lands with a hook. Rumlow tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Rumlow looks to land a combination but Hill avoids it well. Hill let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Rumlow checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Hill takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Rumlow swings away with a leg kick that misses. Rumlow lands with an uppercut that bounces Hill off the cage and back into range. Rumlow throws a leg kick but Hill moved away. Rumlow punishes Hill's body with a nice straight punch. Hill tries to land a leg kick but Rumlow saw it coming and moves away.
Hill on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Hill swings widly with a right hand
and Rumlow counters with a nice body kick.
Hill takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nice body kick there by Hill. Rumlow connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hill momentarily.
#T1# Hill moves out of range as Rumlow throws a body kick.
Rumlow is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hill can do to turn this around? Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Hill, as that shot connected.
Rumlow showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hill.
Hill throws a lazy right hand but Rumlow sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Rumlow misses the shot to the body. Rumlow throws a body punch but Hill moves out of range. Hill looks to land a left hand but Rumlow moved out of range nicely. Hill fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rumlow. Both fighters circling a little - Hill finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Hill's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Rumlow connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Hill drops his hands momentarily and Rumlow takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. A jab from Hill misses. Rumlow is looking for a counter combo. Hill takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. A shot to the liver by Rumlow. Beautiful body shot. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Hill misses with a body kick.#T2# Rumlow pushes Hill away with a front kick. Hill moves out of range of the body kick from Rumlow.
Hill chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rumlow can pounce on him.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Hill in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off. Hill connects with a body shot that sends Rumlow's belly button to the back. A kick lands to the mid section there for Rumlow. Rumlow keeps Hill at a distance using the push kick. Hill throws a series of strikes that have Rumlow backpedaling.
Rumlow slips under a jab. Rumlow uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hill. Hill ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Rumlow lands with a kick to the ribs.
Rumlow misses with a hook. Hill ducked under it nicely. Rumlow throws a low kick, looking for Hill's leg but Hill calmly moves out of range. And Hill responds with a good body kick, but Rumlow manages to step out the way in time. Rumlow is looking to land body kicks. Rumlow does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. Rumlow fakes the leg kick and cracks Hill in the body. #T3# Rumlow on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hill. Hill obviously looking to wear him down.
Hill stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rumlow. Rumlow throws a front kick aimed at Hill's knee but Hill avoids it well. Hill blocks the body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rumlow. Hill does a little dance to reset his feet. Brock Rumlow is winning the standup battle so far. Hill motions for Rumlow to come forward. Hill throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Rumlow is looking to counter the offense by Hill and move into the clinch. A clash of legs there as Rumlow blocks the low kick. Rumlow jabs at Hill's body. Hill throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rumlow tries to land a front kick but Hill steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Rumlow looks to land a body kick but Hill moved away. Hill throws a leg kick and Rumlow counters with a lovely straight right hand! Rumlow lands a leg kick that knocks Hill off balance momentarily. Rumlow scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Hill throws a hook to the side of Rumlow's head but Rumlow sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Rumlow lands a lovely overhand right.#T4# Hill goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Hill blocks a head kick by Rumlow.
Hill uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rumlow. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Some bone on bone action there as Rumlow checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Rumlow. Hill shrugs it off though. Rumlow throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Hill looks to land a body kick but Rumlow moved away. Rumlow quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Hill looks to land a right hand but Rumlow moved out of range. Rumlow misses with a hook. Rumlow lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. A looping hook to the body misses from Rumlow. Hill does a little dance to reset his feet. Hill misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rumlow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Hill pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rumlow pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Hill looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Hill takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brock Rumlow dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Brock Rumlow's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R3# Rumlow throws a body punch but Hill moves out of range. Hill is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Rumlow with a body shot. Hill misses with a body shot
#CL# and Rumlow counters by moving into the clinch. Rumlow misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rumlow misses with a punch on the inside.
Rumlow misses with some punches.
Hill throws a head punch that misses. Rumlow misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rumlow fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rumlow has a couple of punches blocked by Hill.
Hill has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Rumlow. Rumlow lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Rumlow lands a nice uppercut. Rumlow throws a punch but it's blocked by Hill. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Rumlow fails to land. Rumlow working aggressively here.
A right handed body shot lands from Rumlow.
Brock Rumlow has scored more points in the clinch so far. A short left from Hill. A short right from Rumlow. Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Rumlow.
#T1# Rumlow swings wildly with an uppercut but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill blocks an uppercut.
#BC2# Hill manages to break the clinch.
#CL# Rumlow closes the distance and clinches. Rumlow looking to throw knees to the head but Hill is blocking nicely.
#BC2# Hill pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Rumlow throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Hill defending well as Rumlow loads up on a big left hand. Hill avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hill looks like he wants to counter punch here. A nice leg kick lands there from Rumlow. Hill takes one to the side of the head.
Rumlow takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rumlow misses with a kick to the body.
Hill looks to land a left hand but Rumlow moved out of range nicely.#CL# Rumlow moves into the clinch. Hill misses with a punch to the body.
#T2# Rumlow misses with a hook from the clinch. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. Rumlow scores with a shoulder strike. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Rumlow throws a punch but it's blocked by Hill. Rumlow pushes Hill back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Rumlow lands with a short shot to the head. Hill blocks an uppercut.
#BC2# Hill pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Hill walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rumlow checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Hill tries to work over Rumlow's front leg with a kick but Rumlow checks it. Hill throws a big shot that misses. A head kick misses from Hill. Rumlow lands the left hand. Hill throws a leg kick and Rumlow counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Rumlow takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Hill throws a leg kick that misses. #T3# Rumlow stuns Hill with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Hill tries to land a front kick but Rumlow steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Rumlow does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. Rumlow connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. A shot to the liver by Rumlow. Beautiful body shot. Rumlow dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Rumlow tries to clinch but Hill moves out of range. A lazy left from Rumlow finds it's target. Rumlow steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hill. Hill is looking to chop away at Rumlow's legs. Rumlow seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. A slapping leg kick lands for Hill.
Rumlow feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Hill's calf. Hill throws a leg kick but Rumlow sees it coming and checks it nicely. Rumlow connects with a nice looking jab.
Hill takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T4# 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! Rumlow misses with a lunging right hand
and Hill counters with an inside leg kick. Rumlow misses with a body kick. Hill lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rumlow at a distance.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Rumlow connects with an inside leg kick. Hill takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Hill connects with a body shot. Hill goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Rumlow fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hill manages to avoid it. Hill appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Hill thuds his shin into the meat of Rumlow's side. Rumlow tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Hill tried to score with a low kick but Rumlow checks it. Hill lands a jab to the head.
Hill scores with a hook. Hill ducks right into an uppercut from Rumlow. Rumlow throws a body punch but Hill moves out of range. Hill keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hill feints a counter leg kick. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brock Rumlow clearly takes that round. The cut man is working on Brock Rumlow's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R4# Hill throws a hook but Rumlow avoids it easily. Rumlow misses the shot to the body. Rumlow throws a series of punches but Hill moves out of range. Hill avoids the body shot from Rumlow.
Rumlow throws a leg kick which misses Hill's front leg but catches the back leg as Hill tries to avoid it. Rumlow throws the kick towards the body but Hill avoids it. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hill. Hill throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Hill lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Rumlow staying out of range there. Rumlow misses with a two punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rumlow connects with a single shot there. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Hill crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Rumlow - the referee stops the clock and Hill gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Rumlow. Hill manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Hill throws a shot from downtown. Rumlow moves away and avoids it. Rumlow scores with a punch to the head. Hill moves out of range as Rumlow throws a body kick.
#T1# Rumlow throws a good cross that connects.
Rumlow lands a nice hook to Hill's body. Hill takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Hill on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Hill slips under a jab. A nice leg kick lands there from Hill. Rumlow works the jab nicely. Hill throws a right hand that Rumlow ducks under and follows up with a left that Rumlow also avoids with ease. Hill throws the left hand but Rumlow avoids the punch easily. Rumlow tries a low kick but Hill avoids it. Rumlow throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hill defending well as Rumlow loads up on a big left hand. Rumlow bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Rumlow cracks the inside of Hill's front leg. Hill throws a nice outside leg kick. Rumlow doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T2# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Hill lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Hill jabs at Rumlow's body. Rumlow fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Hill looks for the body kick but Rumlow saw that one coming. Rumlow keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Hill walks forward, straight into a front kick from Rumlow. Rumlow connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hill momentarily.
Rumlow just misses with a punch to the body.
Hill appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Hill on the wrong end of a nice hook. Rumlow moves out of range of the leg kick from Hill. Hill moves out of range of the body kick from Rumlow.
Hill dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Rumlow looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hill tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. A solid leg kick lands there for Rumlow.
#T3# Hill blocks a head kick by Rumlow.
Hill throws a leg kick but Rumlow sees it coming and moves out of range. Hill has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Rumlow misses with a body shot.
Hill throws a head kick but Rumlow moves out of range.
Rumlow uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hill.
Rumlow appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Hill connects with a crisp jab. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rumlow checks a leg kick. Rumlow cracks Hill with an open hand slap. Hill defending well as Rumlow loads up on a big left hand. A low kick from Hill is predictable there and Rumlow counters with an outside leg kick.
Rumlow looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Hill takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Rumlow keeps Hill at a distance using the push kick. A left lands for Rumlow. Hill has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hill there as he acknowledges the shot.#T4# Rumlow doesn't manage to clinch there - Hill circles away.
Hill misses with a kick to the body.
Rumlow is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Hill. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A kick lands to the mid section there for Rumlow. Rumlow scores with a spinning back kick! Hill throws a jab but it's blocked by Rumlow. Rumlow is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Hill. Rumlow lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Rumlow. Hill throws a lazy right hand but Rumlow sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Rumlow scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Rumlow misses with a right hand and Hill counters with a stiff right hand. Rumlow scoring well with a low kick there.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rumlow checks a leg kick. Hill misses with an uppercut. Rumlow saw that one coming. Rumlow lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Rumlow uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Hill throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brock Rumlow had his way with Jericho Hill in that round. The cut man is working on Brock Rumlow'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! #R5# Hill misses with a body kick. A head kick misses from Hill. Rumlow catches Hill with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Hill thumps Rumlow with a low kick. Hill lands a jab to Rumlow's midsection. Hill throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A head kick misses from Hill. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Rumlow, right into the meat.
Rumlow swings for the body but Hill moves out of range.
Hill was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Hill fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Hill on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rumlow. Rumlow obviously looking to wear him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill blocks the body kick.
Hill flicks out a counter leg kick but Rumlow steps away. Rumlow lands with a good body shot. Rumlow looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hill keeps the fight on the outside. Hill flicks out a counter leg kick but Rumlow steps away. Hill avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Hill swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1# Nice body kick from Rumlow. Rumlow fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Rumlow is looking to slow Hill down with leg kicks. Rumlow chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hill stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rumlow. Rumlow fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Hill on the side of the head. Hill fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rumlow has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Hill blocks a head kick by Rumlow.
Rumlow looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hill lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rumlow at a distance.
Hill throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. Rumlow checks the leg kick nicely there.
Rumlow blocks a leg kick. Rumlow throws a hook to the side of Hill's head but Hill sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Hill was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Rumlow lands a jab to Hill's midsection. Jericho Hill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill throws a body punch but Rumlow moves out of range. Rumlow goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Rumlow tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hill was well out of range. Poor timing from Rumlow. Rumlow moves out of range of the body kick. Rumlow swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hill is looking to chop away at Rumlow's legs. Hill fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rumlow manages to avoid it. An inside leg kick lands from Rumlow. Rumlow checks the leg kick. Hill scores with a jab to the body. Hill avoids a kick to the body.
A left lands for Hill. Rumlow throws a body kick that misses. Rumlow moves out of range as Hill throws a body kick.
#T3# Hill takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Rumlow lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hill throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Hill tries to score with a low kick but Rumlow moves his leg out of the way. Rumlow avoids the head kick by Hill.
A shot to the body from Hill misses and Rumlow counters with a good low kick that Hill was not able to check. Hill is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell? Hill misses with a wild combination.
Hill steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Rumlow. That one must have hurt. Rumlow with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Hill walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Hill connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Hill with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rumlow to score with a decent uppercut. Rumlow lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T4# The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Rumlow looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Rumlow tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hill was well out of range. Poor timing from Rumlow. Hill throws out a counter right but Rumlow avoids it with no problem. A nice leg kick lands there from Rumlow. #CL# Rumlow gets in close and instigates a clinch. Rumlow blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hill throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Rumlow lands a shoulder strike. A short right from Hill. A head punch on the inside from Rumlow fails to land. Hill lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2# Hill escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rumlow throws a body kick that misses. Hill throws a lazy right hand but Rumlow sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Rumlow moves out of range as Hill strikes. Rumlow darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Rumlow scores with a spinning back kick! Hill misses with an uppercut
and Rumlow counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
And that's the end of the fight! Brock Rumlow showed his dominance in that final round. Well Rumlow 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 50:45 Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 50:45 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brock Rumlow! Brock Rumlow retains his middleweight title! A very excited looking Brock Rumlow made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
UGD 106:Bixby Vs Hill
Date: Mar 30, 2018 |
#R1# Bixby closes the distance and clinches up with Hill, looking for a takedown. Bixby pushes Hill against the cage but Hill circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Hill now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Bixby scores with a nice right hand.
Bixby missing with a left hand there. Hill was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Bixby fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bixby misses with an uppercut. Jericho Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Bixby connects with a nice looking jab.
Bixby tests Hill's chin there with a solid looking shot. Bixby on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Bixby showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hill.
Hill throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bixby walks into a left hand. Bixby throws a hook but Hill blocks it. Bixby takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#T1# Hill throws a body kick that misses. A big left from Bixby misses. Bixby keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hill throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Bixby tries to counter with a takedown but Hill is quick to defend against it. Hill throws a front kick aimed at Bixby's knee but Bixby avoids it well. Hill tries to score with a low kick but Bixby moves his leg out of the way. Bixby shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hill as he avoids it easily. Hill fails to land with a series of punches.
Hill throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A cross from Bixby lands. Bixby blocks a leg kick. Bixby changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Hill digs a good hook to Bixby's body.
Hill scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T2# Bixby on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hill. Hill obviously looking to wear him down.
Bixby takes one to the side of the head.
Hill scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bixby doesn't seem bothered though. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hill throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. An inside leg kick lands from Hill. Hill thumps Bixby with a low kick. Hill throws a leg kick that misses. Bixby drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hill sprawls and moves away. Hill is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bixby rather than just go for the knockout. Hill lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bixby circles away quickly and effectively. Bixby loads up on a big right hand but Hill slips the punch. Hill pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#TD# Bixby darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Hill wants to get back to his feet.#T3# Bixby missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Bixby is looking to stall here but Hill recovers full guard. Bixby 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. Bixby postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Bixby throws an elbow that misses. Hill uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Bixby's guard. Nice move by Hill!#REVB# Bixby tries to land a sweep but no joy. Hill wants to get up but he can't break Bixby's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB# Bixby is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hill defends well.#T4# Bixby 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. Bixby has a closed guard, preventing Hill from standing up. Bixby looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hill is one step ahead there. Hill not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Hill trying to control the position from guard on top but Bixby is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Bixby uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hill.
Hill fails to land with a series of punches.
Bixby looks to throw the jab but Hill is out of range. Bixby checks a leg kick. Bixby drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hill sprawls and moves away. Crunch! Hill slams his shin into Bixby's torso. Bixby missing with a left hand there. Hill was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Hill throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bixby sees it coming and avoids it easily. Hill misses with a body kick. Bixby half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Hill throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Bixby is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bixby fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Bixby pushing out the jab but it's not landing. And Hill responds with a good body kick, but Bixby manages to step out the way in time. A swing and a miss from Hill. Bixby drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hill sprawls and moves away. Hill lands a nice hook to Bixby's body. Bixby takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1# Hill catches Bixby with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Jericho Hill seems to be getting the better of the standup. Bixby tries for a takedown but Hill sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Hill cracks the inside of Bixby's front leg. Hill darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Hill uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bixby. Hill throws an overhand right that lands on Bixby's shoulder, as Bixby tries to avoid the shot. Hill lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Hill has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hill there as he acknowledges the shot. Bixby looks to score with a jab to the body but Hill is just out of range. Hill has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Bixby blocks the body kick.
Hill misses with the body kick#TD# and Bixby counters with a shoot takedown. Hill fights it but they end up in guard. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Bixby wants to pass the guard but Hill is keeping the position. Hill working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bixby. #T2# Hill trying to keep a closed guard but Bixby is proving a slippery customer.
Bixby looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Bixby wants to pass the guard but Hill is keeping the position. Hill is trying to keep Bixby in close.
#T3# Hill is controlling Bixby's posture. Hill wants to stand up but Bixby is controlling him. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Hill throws a leg kick #TD# and Bixby counters with a nice double leg into guard. We've been informed that Hill has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Hill keeping moving, preventing Bixby from controlling successfully. Bixby passes easily into side control. Nice work. Hill taking punishment in the form of punches.
#T4# Bixby throwing strikes but missing, from side control. An elbow from Bixby crashes against the mat.
#SUB# Bixby tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Hill is looking for a sweep. Hill gets back to half guard. Bixby not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jericho Hill will probably get the nod - 10:9. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R3# Hill tries a head kick but it misses.
Hill throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Some bone on bone action there as Bixby checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Bixby tries to counter with a takedown but Hill is quick to defend against it. Hill misses with a body kick. Bixby throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hill lets loose with a powerful body kick. Bixby will feel that in the morning. Bixby throws a big shot that misses. Hill tries to land a body kick#TD# and Bixby counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Bixby is keen to just control but Hill is a slippery customer. 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. Bixby stops Hill from getting back to his feet.
Buzz Bixby overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Bixby scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Hill wants to get back to full guard.#T1# Bixby landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Bixby not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Bixby stops Hill from getting back to his feet.
Hill wants to improve his position but Bixby is controlling well.
Bixby looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Bixby landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Hill is refusing to be controlled, as Bixby sits in half guard. #SUB# Bixby is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hill has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2# Hill is refusing to be controlled, as Bixby sits in half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Bixby lands strikes from half guard. Hill controlling the position for now. Hill pushes Bixby off looking to stand but Bixby dives back in and keeps control.
Bixby not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3# Bixby misses with a straight right. Bixby takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Hill digs a good body shot into Bixby's ribs. Hill uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bixby. Bixby swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bixby lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Hill jabs at Bixby's body. Hill connects with the punch. Good leg kick by Hill there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Bixby takes a swing at Hill's ribcage but misses. Hill jabs at Bixby's body. Hill is looking to chop away at Bixby's legs. Hill misses the shot to the body. #T4# Bixby blocks the body kick.
Hill throws a hook but Bixby avoids it easily. Bixby drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hill sprawls and moves away. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Hill bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Hill misses with a body shot.
Hill throws a leg kick which misses Bixby's front leg but catches the back leg as Bixby tries to avoid it. Hill thuds a left hand into Bixby's body. Hill cracks the inside of Bixby's front leg. Bixby misses with an uppercut. Hill saw that one coming. Hill tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. A bone on bone clash there as Bixby blocks the leg kick.
Hill misses with a two punch combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bixby. Hill does a little dance to reset his feet. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill really dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R4# Bixby's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Hill connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bixby scrambles back to his feet. Bixby lunges at Hill with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hill's hand. Hill throws a body shot but no joy. Bixby drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hill sprawls and moves away. Hill misses with a hook. Bixby looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Hill uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bixby. Bixby throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Hill misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bixby.
Bixby tries to counter with a takedown but Hill is quick to defend against it. Hill connects with a jab. Bixby throws a hook to the side of Hill's head but Hill sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill scoring well with a low kick there.
Hill looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Bixby with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hill to score with a decent uppercut. Hill is looking to chop away at Bixby's legs. #T1# Bixby shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hill sprawls well. Hill wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bixby gets slowly back to his feet. Bixby slips a straight right by Hill. Jericho Hill is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bixby, as that shot connected.
Bixby with a lazy takedown attempt letting Hill counter with a right hand. Hill lands a jab. A good leg kick by Hill. Bixby is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Hill tried to score with a low kick but Bixby checks it. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hill, right into the meat.
Hill scores with a hook.#T2# Hill connects with a right hand. Bixby shakes it off. Bixby throws a hook to the side of Hill's head but Hill sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Hill thuds his shin into the meat of Bixby's side. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill thumps Bixby with a low kick. Bixby swinging wildly here.
Hill swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Hill misses with a wild body shot. Bixby appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Hill finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hill defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bixby. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Buzz Bixby. That's going to take a lot out of him. Bixby throws a hook but Hill avoids it easily.#T3# Hill scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over. Bixby misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Hill fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bixby manages to avoid it. Bixby blocks a head kick by Hill.
Hill misses with a looping left. Bixby checks a leg kick. Hill takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. Bixby misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Bixby blocks a low kick nicely. Hill slips under a jab.#T4# Hill throws a lazy body kick #TD# and Bixby counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Bixby. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Bixby's corner. There ya go! There ya go! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Hill wants to stand and escape but Bixby is having none of it. Bixby loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Hill is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Bixby throws a big right hand that misses. Hill tries to land a sweep but no joy. Bixby postures up in Hill's guard and throws a big left but Hill blocks it. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Hill throws a low kick, looking for Bixby's leg but Bixby calmly moves out of range. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill dominated that fourth round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R5# Hill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bixby.
Hill feints a counter leg kick. Bixby misses with a hook. It seemed like Hill was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Hill tries to work over Bixby's front leg with a kick but Bixby checks it. Hill cracks Bixby with an open hand slap. Hill misses with a double jab
#TD# and Bixby counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Bixby. Hill wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Bixby engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill wants to stand but Bixby is controlling the position. #T1# Bixby looking to pass the guard. Bixby won't allow Hill to get back to his feet. Hill wants to sweep but no luck. Bixby makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Bixby stopping the sweep attempt from Hill. Bixby wants to control from the top but Hill keeps moving. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Hill scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Buzz Bixby has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Bixby lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Bixby takes a body punch but keeps moving. Bixby uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hill.
Hill defending well as Bixby loads up on a big left hand. Hill takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bixby uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hill.
Bixby moves out of range of the leg kick from Hill. Bixby throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hill sees it coming and avoids it easily. Hill stuns Bixby with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Hill thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Bixby if he has to take too many more of those.
Hill throws a leg kick which misses Bixby's front leg but catches the back leg as Bixby tries to avoid it. #T3# Bixby takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hill lands with a good body shot. Hill wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt. Hill throws a jab when Bixby was well out of range. Bixby half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Hill displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bixby. A decent looking body kick lands there for Hill. Hill scores with a kick to the body.
Hill throws a shot from downtown. Bixby moves away and avoids it. Bixby scores with a jab to the jaw.#T4# Hill feints and then cracks Bixby's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bixby down. A big left from Hill misses. Hill uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bixby. Bixby uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hill. Bixby throws a good cross that connects.
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! Hill uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bixby has time to react. Hill blocks a jab. A thudding body kick lands there by Hill!
Hill rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bixby moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Hill scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bixby doesn't seem bothered though. Hill cracks Bixby with an open hand slap. Jericho Hill is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. A good leg kick by Hill.
And that's the end of the fight! Jericho Hill comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Hill 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 45:50 Judge William Gold scores the fight 46:49 Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jericho Hill! Jericho Hill is the new light heavyweight champion! An out of breath Jericho Hill thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
UGD 104:Seok Vs Gower II
Date: Mar 16, 2018 |
#R1# Hill cracks the inside of Highjack's front leg. Hill fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#CL2# Highjack closes the distance and clinches. Hill throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Hill lands with a short shot to the head. Highjack blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Highjack landing knees to the body.
Highjack prevents a body shot from Hill. Highjack fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hill lands a right hand that snaps the head of Highjack backwards. Hill working hard to break the clinch. Hill lands a left hand that snaps the head of Highjack backwards. Hill digs a right hand underneath Highjack's ribcage. Highjack let out a lung full of air as it connected. Highjack misses with some punches.
A short right from Highjack. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Highjack misses with some punches.
Highjack working aggressively here.
Hill lands with a short shot to the head. Highjack swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hill is trying to force a seperation but Highjack has the dominant position. Hill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T1# Highjack tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC# Hill escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hill on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. A slow jab from Highjack misses its intended target. Hill with a hook. Hill pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Highjack lands with a thumping leg kick.
Hill takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. An inside leg kick from Highjack misses. A counter left hand to the body from Hill misses its target. Highjack slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Hill swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Hill misses with a body punch
and Highjack counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Hill fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. This has been an exciting period of action! Jab by Highjack. Hill looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Highjack uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hill.
#T2# Hill misses with a low kick as Highjack jumps back. Highjack looks like he wants to counter punch here. Highjack lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Nice shot lands for Highjack. Hill throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Hill connects with a body shot. Hill misses with a kick to the body and Highjack cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Hill thumps Highjack with a low kick. Nice shot lands for Hill. Hill lands a really nice looking cross but Highjack seems unphased.
Hill uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Highjack. Highjack throws a solid leg kick but Hill takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Highjack. Highjack fails to land with a series of punches.
Highjack throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Highjack connects with a leg kick. Hill looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Highjack tries a head kick but it misses.
#T3# Highjack dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hill. That did some damage! Highjack tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Hill is able to avoid easily. Hill is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Hill looks to land a right hand but Highjack moved out of range. Hill wants to land a leg kick but Highjack is out of range. A little jabbing left from Highjack on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Hill misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Highjack counters with a straight right hand. Highjack tests Hill's chin there with a solid looking shot. Highjack wants to slow Hill down by chopping away at his legs. Highjack with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Highjack stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Highjack is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Hill had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté. Hill lands a jab to Highjack's midsection. Highjack checks a low kick from Hill. Highjack checks a low kick from Hill. Highjack flicks out a counter leg kick but Hill steps away. Hill throws out a leg kick but Highjack moves out of range and Hill only half commits. Highjack misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hill.
#T4# Hill fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Highjack looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill jabs at Highjack's body. Highjack has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Highjack throws a head kick that misses. Highjack avoids the body shot from Hill.
Hill dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Highjack looks winded! Hill misses with a wild body shot. That kick from Hill tenderised Highjack's leg. Highjack is trying to keep his angry face on. Hill is looking to wear down Highjack with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Highjack throws a lazy uppercut
and Hill counters with a straight right hand. Hill bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Highjack's head backwards. Highjack slips a jab from Hill. Highjack throws a low kick but it's checked well by Hill. Highjack has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Highjack throws a nice outside leg kick. Highjack does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. A head kick by Hill misses and Highjack counters with a left and a right that stings Hill. An inside leg kick lands from Highjack. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Remi Highjack 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# Highjack looks to land a right hand but Hill moved out of range. Hill went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Hill is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Highjack connects with the punch. Hill throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hill misses with a low kick. Highjack just misses with a punch to the body.
Hill lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Hill blocks a low kick nicely. A telegraphed right hand from Highjack misses the target. Highjack lands with a cross. Highjack thuds his right hand into Hill's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Highjack takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Highjack misses with a head kick.
Hill has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ. Hill throws out a leg kick but Highjack moves out of range and Hill only half commits. Hill slips under a jab from Highjack. Remi Highjack seems to be getting the better of the standup. Hill throws a series of punches but Highjack moves out of range. #T1# Highjack moves away from the strike by Hill. Hill fakes the leg kick and cracks Highjack in the body. #CL2# Highjack forces Hill back against the cage and clinches. Hill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2# Highjack's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Highjack misses with a wild body shot. Hill tried to counter with a leg kick but Highjack avoided it. Hill throws a nice inside leg kick. Highjack takes a swing at Hill's ribcage but misses. Highjack avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Hill fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Highjack checks it well. Highjack flicks out a counter leg kick but Hill steps away. Highjack lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Hill throws a nice inside leg kick. Hill throws a half hearted mid kick. Highjack misses with an uppercut. Hill lands a right hook to the body.
#T2# Hill takes a swing at Highjack's ribcage but misses. Hill misses with a leg kick. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A low kick from Highjack misses and Hill counters with a lovely straight right hand! Hill buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Hill scores with a jab to the head.
Highjack fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hill. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hill. Highjack takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Hill scores with a spinning back kick! Highjack is breathing heavily. Highjack misses with a two punch combination.
Hill defending well as Highjack loads up on a big left hand. Highjack takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Highjack lands with a nice body punch. Highjack swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Hill misses its target.#T3# Hill throws a hook but Highjack avoids it easily. Hill connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Hill cracks Highjack with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Highjack falls to his knees and Hill doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:17 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jericho Hill! A victorious Jericho Hill thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
UGD 103:Cotto Vs Bixby
Date: Mar 09, 2018 |
#R1# DeNeville feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Hill's calf. DeNeville rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hill counters with a leg kick. DeNeville tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hill was well out of range. Poor timing from DeNeville. Hill pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hill just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromDeNeville. DeNeville scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hill in his tracks. DeNeville looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. DeNeville lands with a nice body punch. Hill throws a nice looking combination but DeNeville bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Hill scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. DeNeville doesn't seem bothered though. DeNeville throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hill stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. DeNeville misses with a wild body shot. DeNeville has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hill. Hill throws a hook but DeNeville avoids it easily. DeNeville with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hill to score with a decent uppercut. Hill looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. This has been an exciting period of action! Hill misses with a two punch combination.
Hill throws a low kick but DeNeville moves out of range easily. DeNeville moves forwards but Hill connects with a nice, crisp jab. Hill lands with a straight right. DeNeville didn't see that one coming. Jericho Hill is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1# DeNeville swinging wildly here.
Hill loads up on a big right hand but DeNeville slips the punch. Hill just misses with a punch to the body.
DeNeville takes a swing at Hill's ribcage but misses. DeNeville throws a low kick but Hill moves out of range easily. Hill throws a leg kick but DeNeville moved away. No luck for DeNeville with that takedown attempt. Hill misses with a body shot.
DeNeville misses the shot to the body. Hill throws a leg kick and DeNeville counters with a low kick, right behind Hill 's knee. Hill misses with a low kick. DeNeville lands a nice looking body shot.
DeNeville uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hill.
#T2# Hill throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Hill throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. DeNeville keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
DeNeville gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily letting Hill counter with a right hand. DeNeville will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Hill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeNeville.
DeNeville misses with a leg kick. DeNeville 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! Hill lands with a good body shot. Hill throws a body shot but no joy. Hill swings and misses with a hook to the body.
DeNeville with a jab. DeNeville misses with a hook to the body
#KD2# and Hill counters with a crisp one two that drops DeNeville! Hill thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves DeNeville to his feet! DeNeville is in big trouble! DeNeville misses with the combination.
#T3# DeNeville lands a leg kick that knocks Hill off balance momentarily. DeNeville tries to work over Hill's front leg with a kick but Hill checks it. DeNeville tries to score with a low kick but Hill moves his leg out of the way. DeNeville blocks a low kick nicely. A low kick from Hill is predictable there and DeNeville counters with a lovely straight right hand! DeNeville is looking to wear down Hill with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Jab by DeNeville. DeNeville with a poor takedown and Hill counters with a leg kick. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Donsone DeNeville. That's going to take a lot out of him. DeNeville throws a body shot but no joy. DeNeville pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. DeNeville throws a head kick that misses. Hill needs to keep his hands up - DeNeville had a free shot at his head there. Hill misses with a series of wild punches.
#T4# DeNeville lands with a good body shot. DeNeville takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Hill takes a body punch but keeps moving. DeNeville takes a body punch but keeps moving. A looping hook to the body misses from DeNeville. Hill does a little dance to reset his feet. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hill, right into the meat.
Hill stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from DeNeville. DeNeville has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hill.#TD# DeNeville gets a takedown into half guard. Hill keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. DeNeville working over Hill with some ground and pound. Hill looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. DeNeville thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hill's head. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jericho Hill will probably get the nod. That's time! DeNeville's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# DeNeville throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DeNeville shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hill defends it nicely. DeNeville misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hill.
DeNeville digs a good hook to Hill's body.
A cross from DeNeville lands. Jericho Hill seems to be getting the better of the standup. DeNeville swings for the body but Hill moves out of range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from DeNeville - that will leave a mark!
DeNeville misses with a body kick. Hill throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. DeNeville checks a low kick from Hill. Hill lands with a thumping leg kick.
DeNeville misses with a wild body shot. Hill moves forwards but DeNeville connects with a nice, crisp jab. Hill throws a hook but DeNeville blocks it.#T1# DeNeville misses the shot to the body. #TD# DeNeville fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Hill to the ground. DeNeville is now in Hill's guard. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hill is on top in guard.
#REVB# Hill sitting in guard here, content to control. Hill wanted to stand there but DeNeville had control of the position. Hill preventing the sweep. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. DeNeville 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##T2# Hill gets full guard. DeNeville wants to pass the guard but Hill is keeping the position. DeNeville with a flurry of punches that miss. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as DeNeville accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. DeNeville postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. DeNeville content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. DeNeville loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Donsone DeNeville overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. DeNeville is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Hill keeping moving, preventing DeNeville from controlling successfully. Hill is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3# DeNeville postures up in Hill's guard and throws a big left but Hill blocks it. Hill wants to stand and escape but DeNeville is having none of it. DeNeville being controlled here momentarily. Hill working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from DeNeville. DeNeville trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Hill utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. DeNeville working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. DeNeville scores with a decent looking elbow strike. DeNeville advances position into side control! DeNeville 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.#T4# DeNeville fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Hill struggling a bit here. An elbow from DeNeville crashes against the mat.
Hill is trying to escape and get back to his feet. DeNeville postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
DeNeville throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Hill works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Hill gets full guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Donsone DeNeville dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3# Hill throws a low kick but DeNeville moves out of range easily. DeNeville fails with a takedown attempt. DeNeville checks a leg kick. Hill throws a leg kick but DeNeville moved away. DeNeville is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Hill dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on DeNeville. That did some damage! DeNeville throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
DeNeville takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. DeNeville misses with a low kick. Hill throws a solid leg kick but DeNeville takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hill. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Hill throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hill. DeNeville does a little dance to reset his feet. Hill throws a nice looking combination but DeNeville bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Hill loads up on a big right hand but DeNeville slips the punch.#T1# A slow jab from DeNeville misses its intended target. DeNeville jabs Hill to the body, keeping him at a distance. Hill connects with a solid leg kick. DeNeville avoids the body shot from Hill.
Hill throws a sloppy head kick and DeNeville counters with a straight punch to the midsection. DeNeville misses the shot to the body. DeNeville lands a nice hook to Hill's body. Hill takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. A looping hook to the body misses from Hill. DeNeville does a little dance to reset his feet. DeNeville throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. DeNeville digs a good hook to Hill's body.
Crunch! DeNeville slams his shin into Hill's torso. Hill takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. DeNeville throws a sloppy head kick and Hill moves out of range easily. DeNeville is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Hill uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from DeNeville. Hill looks like he wants to counter punch here. DeNeville swings for the body but Hill moves out of range.
#T2# Hill defending well as DeNeville loads up on a big left hand. DeNeville shoots in but no luck this time. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A big right from Hill misses. DeNeville misses the shot to the body. DeNeville swings for the body but Hill moves out of range.
Hill tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. DeNeville misses with a body kick. DeNeville defending well as Hill loads up on a big left hand. Hill is looking to slow DeNeville down with leg kicks. DeNeville misses with a head kick.
Hill gets cracked with a nice right hand there by DeNeville. DeNeville keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hill, right into the meat.
#T3# DeNeville blocks a jab. Hill with a jab. Hill scores with a shot to the body.
A jab lands there for Hill. DeNeville throws out a loose jab but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill just misses with a punch to the body.
Hill drops his hands momentarily and DeNeville takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. DeNeville blocks a jab. Hill punishes DeNeville's body with a nice straight punch. A shot to the liver by DeNeville. Beautiful body shot. Hill tries a low kick but DeNeville avoids it. Hill scores with a slapping inside leg kick. DeNeville throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeNeville keeps Hill at a distance using the push kick. #T4# 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! DeNeville fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hill avoids it really well and circles away. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Donsone DeNeville. That's going to take a lot out of him. DeNeville scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. DeNeville takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Good exchange - DeNeville coming out on top. Hill fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but DeNeville is out of range. DeNeville feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Hill's calf. A jab from Hill finds it's way through DeNeville's defenses. DeNeville avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Hill connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Jericho Hill. I think Hill 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29 Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:28 Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Jericho Hill! A very excited looking Jericho Hill made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
UGD 99:Bailey Vs Pulkkinen
Date: Feb 09, 2018 |
#R1# Sole throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sole avoids the body shot from Hill.
Hill fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sole on the side of the head. Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Hill!
#CUT2# It looks like Jacks Sole has been cut. Sole fakes the leg kick and cracks Hill in the body. Hill feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Sole's calf. Sole lands a nice looking body kick. Nice straight punches there by Sole. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sole. Sole takes a swing at Hill's ribcage but misses. Hill moves out of range of the body kick. This has been an exciting period of action! Sole misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sole just misses with a punch to the body.
Hill throws a leg kick that misses. #T1# Sole blocks a low kick nicely. Hill cracks Sole with a right hand to the side of the head. Sole has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance. Sole throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Hill walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Hill throws a quick inside leg kick. Hill dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Sole throws an overhand right that lands on Hill's shoulder, as Hill tries to avoid the shot. Hill appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Hill throws out a leg kick but Sole moves out of range and Hill only half commits. Hill ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sole moves away. Hill checks a leg kick nicely. A head kick misses from Sole. Hill throws out a token jab with nothing on it. A counter left hand to the body from Sole misses its target.#T2# Sole moves out of range of the body kick from Hill.
Hill throws a leg kick and Sole counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Hill lands a right hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action! Hill throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Sole bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hill's head. Sole moves out of range as Hill throws a body kick.
And Sole counters with a quick kick to the body but Hill blocks it. Hill throws a low kick but Sole avoids it. Hill throws a hook but Sole blocks it. Sole tries to land a front kick but Hill steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Sole jabbing away but nothing is landing. Hill is looking for the big counter here. Hill lands a nice hook to Sole's body. Sole takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Sole scores with a push kick.#T3# Hill swings away with a leg kick that misses. Sole connects with a crisp jab. Sole misses the shot to the body. Sole lands a front kick. Sole slips a straight right by Hill. A telegraphed right hand from Hill misses the target. Hill pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sole swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Sole lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Hill misses with a shot to the body and Sole counters with a body kick. Hill connects with a leg kick. Sole looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Hill throws a big shot that misses. Sole was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Sole swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4# Hill throws a leg kick that misses. Sole stuns Hill with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. A low kick from Hill misses and Sole counters with a straight right hand. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Sole throws a hook but Hill avoids it easily. Hill misses with a low kick. Hill is looking to chop away at Sole's legs. Sole is looking to counter with a body kick. Hill throws a jab but it's blocked by Sole. Sole quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Sole takes a swing at Hill's ribcage but misses. We've been informed that Hill has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Hill moves out of range of the body kick. Hill fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sole has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Sole tries a head kick but it misses.
Hill cracks Sole with an open hand slap. 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 Jacks Sole will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Jacks Sole's cut. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Hill with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Sole checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Sole slips a straight right by Hill. Hill lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Hill fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sole is out of range. Sole scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Hill pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Sole swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Hill throws a right and a left that both miss. A left lands for Hill. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A cross from Hill lands. Sole works Hill's body with a nice hook. Sole thows a body kick. Hill tries to catch it but that hurt him. The crowd cheers as Hill lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sole doesn't seem phased though.#T1# Hill blocks the body kick.
#KD# Sole lands a big head kick that sends Hill tumbling to the mat! Sole takes a step backwards and waves Hill back to his feet - he wants the finish! Hill avoids the body shot from Sole.
Sole swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hill lands with a nice combination. Sole backs away looking to recover. Hill connects with a looping right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Sole closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Sole is looking to land body kicks. A leg kick checked by Sole. Hill throws a low kick but Sole moves out of range easily. Sole throws a counter high kick but Hill was just alert enough to avoid it. Hill throws a shot from downtown. Sole moves away and avoids it. It looked like Sole was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hill.#T2# Sole connects with a high kick. Hill thumps Sole with a low kick. Hill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sole.
Sole scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Hill throws a low kick, looking for Sole's leg but Sole calmly moves out of range. Hill throws a leg kick #KD# and Sole counters with a crisp right hand that drops Hill! Sole lets Hill back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC# Hill is rocked! Sole misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hill misses with a kick to the body.
Sole tries a head kick but it misses.
Sole throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. A big left from Hill misses. #T3# Sole sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. Sole checks a leg kick nicely. Sole throws a good cross that connects.
Hill loads up on a big right hand but Sole slips the punch. Sole on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Sole scores with a punch to the head. Hill turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Jericho Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hill misses with a body shot.
Sole jabs at Hill's body. Sole takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Hill ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T4# Sole keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sole misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hill.
Hill throws out a counter right but Sole avoids it with no problem. Hill scores with a punch to the head. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Hill lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Hill throws a body punch but Sole moves out of range. Hill scores with a hook to the body. Sole takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Sole misses with a leg kick. A nice inside leg kick there by Hill. That's going to slow Sole down. Sole throws a sloppy head kick and Hill moves out of range easily. Jacks Sole is winning the standup battle so far. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Sole has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hill. Sole throws a sloppy head kick and Hill moves out of range easily. Hill throws out a token jab with nothing on it. 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 Jacks Sole will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Jacks Sole's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Hill misses with a hook. Sole ducked under it nicely. Hill throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hill misses with a series of wild punches.
Hill has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Sole. Hill misses with a head kick.
Sole delivers a nice body kick. Hill misses with a body shot
and Sole counters with a straight right hand. Sole fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Hill has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sole takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Hill keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hill tries a quick counter leg kick but Sole is wise to it. Sole lands a lovely overhand right. A looping hook to the body misses from Hill. Sole does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1# Sole scores with a push kick. Sole is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Hill takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Sole checks the leg kick. Hill throws a lazy right hand but Sole sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Sole throws a big counter combination but Hill scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Hill looks to land a body kick but Sole moved away. Sole jabbing away but nothing is landing. #KD# Sole lands a big head kick that sends Hill tumbling to the mat! Sole takes a step backwards and waves Hill back to his feet - he wants the finish! Hill is still on wobbly legs! Can Sole finish him? A left lands for Hill. Sole takes a shot right to the bread basket. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Sole throws a head kick that misses. Hill seems to have recovered his senses. Hill swings widly with a right hand
and Sole counters with a low kick, right behind Hill 's knee. Sole avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Jericho Hill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Sole tries a head kick but it misses.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Sole, right into the meat.
Hill connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Hill thows a left - swing and a miss! Sole paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Sole takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hill throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Sole throws a head kick that misses. Sole takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Hill connects with a body shot that sends Sole's belly button to the back. Hill misses with a wild combination.
#T3# Hill keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hill wants to land a leg kick but Sole is out of range. Sole lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Hill lets loose with a powerful body kick. Sole will feel that in the morning. Hill lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sole's sensitive parts. Hill smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Hill misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Sole cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Sole moves out of range of the body kick. Hill blocks the body kick.
Hill thows a leg kick but Sole checks it and Sole cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4# Sole swings for the body but Hill moves out of range.
Hill looks like he wants to counter punch here. Hill misses with a body kick. A bone on bone clash there as Sole blocks the leg kick.
Hill takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Sole motions for Hill to come forward. Sole throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. A nice side step and Hill releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Jacks Sole is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Hill fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sole has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Sole tries to land a front kick but Hill steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. The crowd cheers as Sole lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hill doesn't seem phased though. Sole throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Hill's head. Sole scores with a jab.
And that's the end of the fight! Jacks Sole showed his dominance in that final round. Well Sole 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 William Gold scores the fight 30:27 Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:28 Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jacks Sole! After winning the bout, Jacks Sole thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
UGD 90:Kenway Vs Ajax II
Date: Dec 15, 2017 |
#R1# Cotto has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hill. Jericho Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hill lands an overhand right. Cotto wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Cotto throws a shot from downtown. Hill moves away and avoids it. Cotto thows a body kick. Hill tries to catch it but that hurt him. Cotto looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. A jab from Cotto misses. Cotto misses with a body shot
and Hill counters with a nice body kick. Hill avoids the body shot from Cotto.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Cotto. Cotto thuds his right hand into Hill's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Cotto throws a body shot but no joy. Hill staying out of range there. Cotto throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Cotto throws a leg kick but Hill sees it coming and checks it nicely. Cotto avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Hill lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Hill throws a series of strikes that have Cotto backpedaling.
Hill moves out of range of the strikes. Cotto lands a nice shot to the body.
#T1# Hill takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Hill checks the leg kick. Cotto lands a nice hook to Hill's body. Hill takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Hill takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Hill misses with a body kick. Hill is looking to land body kicks. Cotto throws a chopping leg kick but Hill manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Cotto is looking to wear down Hill with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Cotto connects with a leg kick. Hill looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Hill ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A swing and a miss from Cotto. Hill fails to land with a series of punches.
Cotto avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Cotto lands with a kick to the temple. Hill shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CL2# Hill closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Cotto lands a shoulder strike. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Cotto makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC# Cotto breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2# Cotto misses with a kick to the body.
A jab from Cotto misses. Hill takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Hill takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Hill scores with a spinning back kick! Cotto checks a low kick from Hill. A little feinted left hand from Cotto on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Hill lands a front kick. Hill swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hill scores with a decent looking hook. A looping hook to the body misses from Cotto. Hill does a little dance to reset his feet. Hill keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cotto. Nice body kick there by Cotto. Hill throws a nice outside leg kick. Hill misses with an uppercut. Cotto is looking to counter punch. Cotto bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Hill tries to clinch up. A little feinted left hand from Cotto on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Cotto throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T3# Hill takes a head kick and keeps coming.
A big left from Cotto misses. A good leg kick by Hill. Cotto tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hill was well out of range. Poor timing from Cotto. Hill defending well as Cotto loads up on a big left hand. Hill scores with a spinning back kick! Cotto showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hill.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Cotto crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Hill - the referee stops the clock and Cotto gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Hill. Cotto manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Cotto finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hill lands with a nice body kick. Cotto throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Hill. Hill lands a right hand. #T4# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hill struggles to land a body shot inside as Cotto controls his hands.
Cotto scores with a shot to the side of Hill's head. #BC# Cotto pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Hill misses with a low kick.
Hill tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Hill moves away from the strike by Cotto. Nice uppercut there from Cotto. Hill lands a leg kick that knocks Cotto off balance momentarily. Hill checks a leg kick. Hill is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hill. Cotto will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. Good leg kick by Hill there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Cotto looks to land a left hand but Hill moved out of range nicely. Cotto uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hill. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Hill tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cotto paws at him with a jab and circles away. Hill looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Cotto misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Cotto digs a good body shot into Hill's ribs. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Miguel Cotto dominated that round. 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# Hill misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hill gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hill displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cotto throws out the jab. It seemed like Hill was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Cotto looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Hill tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Cotto scores with a nice hook to the head. A hook to the body from Cotto.
Cotto lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Hill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hill misses with a punch on the inside.
Cotto misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cotto scores with a shoulder strike. Cotto lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hill gets through Cotto's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. This has been an exciting period of action! Hill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cotto tries a body shot but Hill blocks it.
Cotto tries to work over Hill's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cotto. #T1# An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cotto. Hill can't find room to land a body shot as Cotto controls the action.
Hill misses with a short punch on the inside. Hill can't find room to land a body shot as Cotto controls the action.
Cotto works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Hill stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Cotto tries to work over Hill's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Cotto working aggressively here.
Hill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hill misses with the head strike.
Nice body punch from Cotto. Hill lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Hill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Hill struggles to land a body shot inside as Cotto controls his hands.
Hill tries to throw a body punch but Cotto avoids it by throwing Hill back against the cage. Cotto lands with a short shot to the head. #TD2# Hill has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Cotto is trying to keep an underhook but Hill manages to get the takedown into half guard.#ES# Cotto kicks Hill off and gets back to his feet. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Cotto moves out of range of the body kick from Hill.
#T2# Hill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cotto.
A combination from Hill does no damage. Cotto ducks under a wild hook from Hill. Hill ducks right into an uppercut from Cotto. Cotto is looking to score with low kicks. Hill thows a left - swing and a miss! Cotto lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Hill slips a straight right by Cotto. Cotto misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hill tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Hill goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Cotto blocks the body kick.
The fighters circling - Cotto throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Hill feints the counter takedown. Hill looks for the body kick but Cotto saw that one coming. Cotto is looking for a counter combo. Hill keeps Cotto at a distance using the push kick. #T3# Hill moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Cotto throws a body punch but Hill moves out of range. Cotto tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hill was well out of range. Poor timing from Cotto.#TD2# Cotto gets caught flat footed, as Hill shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Hill throwing strikes but missing. Cotto keeping moving, preventing Hill from controlling successfully. Hill might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Cotto haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. Hill postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4# Cotto wants to control but Hill passes easily into half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Hill lands a nice short elbow. Cotto keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Hill thows a huge punch but Cotto dodges it nicely.
Hill missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Cotto blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hill. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Cotto avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hill. Cotto is trying to get back to full guard. 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 Miguel Cotto will probably get the nod. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round! #R3# A slapping leg kick lands for Hill.
Cotto throws a body shot but no joy. Cotto throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And Hill tries to counter it with a takedown but Cotto pushes his down on his head and steps out. Hill misses with a combination
and Cotto cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Hill lands a lovely overhand right. Hill is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Cotto lands with an uppercut that bounces Hill off the cage and back into range. Cotto blocks the body kick.
Hill lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill connects with a jab. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hill, right into the meat.
Cotto just misses with a punch to the body.
Cotto misses with a body shot.
Cotto is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Cotto throws a big shot that misses.#T1# Cotto thuds a left hand into Hill's body. A nice inside leg kick there by Hill. That's going to slow Cotto down. Hill misses with a hook. As Hill backs away, Cotto returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. Hill slips under a jab. Hill chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Cotto can pounce on him.
Hill throws a body shot but no joy. Cotto works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL2# Hill has managed to clinch.
Cotto misses with a hook from the clinch. Hill lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Hill throws a punch but it's blocked by Cotto. Cotto lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Cotto scores with a nice short uppercut. Cotto lands with a short shot to the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. Cotto is trying to break the clinch but Hill has him pressed against the cage. Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Cotto.
Hill scores with a shoulder strike. Jericho Hill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Cotto lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Hill works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. A nice left hand lands by Hill.
Hill lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Hill misses with a knee to the head. A short left from Hill. A shot in the inside from Hill. Hill blocks a body shot from Cotto. Hill has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Cotto seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Hill can turn it around. Hill looking to stall.
Cotto tries to work over Hill's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Cotto misses with a hook from the clinch. Cotto lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Cotto's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! A nice right hand lands inside from Cotto. Cotto swings wildly with an uppercut but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. A head punch on the inside from Cotto fails to land. Cotto throws a punch but it's blocked by Hill. #T3# Hill lands an uppercut.#TD2# Hill is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Cotto can't fight it off and eventually Hill manages to take the fight to the floor. Cotto looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Hill sitting in guard, not really doing much. Hill throws a big right hand that misses. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Hill trying to control but Cotto is working from the bottom. Jericho Hill has got the better of the ground game so far. Hill postures up in Cotto's guard and throws a big left but Cotto blocks it. #T4# Hill throwing strikes from guard but Cotto blocks nicely. Hill throws a big elbow that misses. Cotto can't keep his opponent in guard - Hill advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Hill not landing any meaningful shots this time. Hill not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Jericho Hill. I think Cotto 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28 Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Miguel Cotto! A very excited looking Miguel Cotto made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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AD481: Land of the Rising Sun
Date: Sep 09, 2017 |
#R1# Bailey tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Bailey lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Hill throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Hill finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#TD# Hill shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Hill showed some decent athleticism there. Hill throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Bailey to regain full guard. Hill trying to control the position from guard on top but Bailey is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill is looking to work some ground and pound but Bailey has wrist control. Bailey can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hill controls the pace. Bailey keeping moving, preventing Hill from controlling successfully. #T1# Bailey utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Hill 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. Hill preventing the sweep. Hill throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Hill looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Hill is looking to work some ground and pound but Bailey has wrist control.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Bailey takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bailey has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Hill. Devon Bailey is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Hill takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Jericho Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Hill lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bailey has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bailey and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Hill shoots in and drives through. Bailey sprawls well. Hill misses the jab. Hill throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bailey scores with a nice right hand.
Bailey misses with a body shot.
Bailey takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bailey takes a swing at Hill's ribcage but misses. Bailey throws a lazy uppercut
and Hill counters with a straight right hand. Hill lands with a good body shot.#CL# Bailey tries to keep at a distance but Hill has taken the fight into the clinch.#T3# Hill prevents a body shot from Bailey. Hill throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Baileys head. Hill lands a nice uppercut. Hill digs a right hand underneath Bailey's ribcage. Bailey let out a lung full of air as it connected. Bailey tries to work over Hill's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Hill working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Hill lands with a left to the head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bailey. Bailey lands a hook to the side of the head. Bailey misses with a punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Bailey. A short body shot lands from Hill as the two fighters clinch.
Bailey tries to throw a body punch but Hill avoids it by throwing Bailey back against the cage. Hill is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bailey gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Hill tries a body shot but Bailey blocks it.
Bailey looks to throw an elbow but misses. Hill blocks an uppercut.
Hill throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
This has been an exciting period of action! Hill is working Bailey over against the cage. Hill lands a shoulder strike. Hill holding his opponent close, against the cage.
#T4# Bailey swings wildly with an uppercut but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill lands a hook that snaps the head of Bailey backwards. A nice left hand lands by Bailey.
Bailey swings wildly with an uppercut but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #CUT# It looks like Devon Bailey has been cut. Hill lands a hook that snaps the head of Bailey backwards. Bailey gets underhooks to prevent Hill's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jericho Hill. That's going to take a lot out of him. Bailey lands a shoulder strike. Hill lands a right hand. Hill avoids a wild elbow strike from Bailey. Hill landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Hill working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Both fighters working to control the clinch. Bailey is defending well against a takedown attempt. Hill lands a hook that snaps the head of Bailey backwards. Bailey goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hill throws a head punch that misses. Bailey doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hill working aggressively here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill dominated that round. The cut man is working on Devon Bailey's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Bailey dodges the punch combination from Hill.
Jericho Hill is winning the standup battle so far. Hill throws a low kick but Bailey avoids it. Bailey has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight. Bailey fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hill manages to avoid it. Hill throws a leg kick that is checked and Bailey counters with a stiff right hand. Hill connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Bailey ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hill moves away. Hill rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hill takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Hill throws a body punch but Bailey moves out of range. A little jabbing left from Bailey on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Bailey has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Bailey moves forwards but Hill connects with a nice, crisp jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bailey checks it well. Bailey just misses with a punch to the body.
Bailey on the wrong end of a nice jab. Bailey looks for the body kick but Hill saw that one coming. Hill with a hook.#T1# Bailey punishes Hill's body with a nice straight punch. A lazy body kick from Hill and Bailey makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Hill is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bailey can do to turn this around? Bailey throws a shot from downtown. Hill moves away and avoids it. Hill throws a leg kick which misses Bailey's front leg but catches the back leg as Bailey tries to avoid it. Bailey throws a body punch but Hill moves out of range. Hill darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Hill looks to land a body kick but Bailey moved away. Hill throws a looping overhand right but Bailey ducks down to avoid it. Hill shoots in looking for a takedown. Bailey tries to sprawl out of it but Hill keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bailey manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. A countering left hand to the body from Bailey misses. Bailey fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hill manages to avoid it. A big left from Bailey misses. Hill throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hill looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T2# Bailey misses with a looping right. Hill uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Hill wants to clinch and Bailey makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Bailey keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Bailey doesn't manage to clinch there - Hill circles away.
Hill changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Bailey slips a jab and a cross from Hill.
#CL2# Bailey takes the fight into the clinch. Bailey struggles to land a body shot inside as Hill controls his hands.
Bailey working aggressively here.
Hill throws a punch but it's blocked by Bailey. Hill lands a hook to the side of the head. Bailey makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Bailey goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hill scores with a nice hook to the head. Bailey prevents the takedown attempt.
#T3# Bailey tries a body shot but Hill blocks it.
Hill can't find room to land a body shot as Bailey controls the action.
A right hook to the body lands for Bailey.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Bailey tries to work over Hill's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Bailey prevents a body shot from Hill. Hill tries a body shot but Bailey blocks it.
Bailey tries to work over Hill's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Bailey lands with a left to the head. Hill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Hill misses with a knee to the head. Bailey lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hill backwards. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. Bailey misses with a punch to the body.
Hill scores with an uppercut up the middle. Bailey tries to throw a body punch but Hill avoids it by throwing Bailey back against the cage. Bailey blocks an uppercut.
Bailey throws a head punch that misses. Bailey misses with the head strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bailey. Hill doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T4# Bailey swings wildly with an uppercut but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. Bailey creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Hill's defenses. 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! Hill takes a shot to the head. Bailey stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Hill working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Hill lands a left hand.
Bailey struggles to land a body shot inside as Hill controls his hands.
Hill lands a right hand. Hill lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bailey backwards. Bailey lands a hook that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Bailey lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hill lands a right hand. Hill misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hill tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A right hand to the body from Bailey.
Bailey tries to work over Hill's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Hill tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A head punch on the inside from Bailey fails to land. A hook to the body from Bailey.
A right hand to the body from Bailey.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Devon Bailey will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Devon Bailey'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. #R3# Bailey lands with an overhand left. Hill chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bailey throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bailey is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Hill rather than just go for the knockout. Bailey avoids the body shot from Hill.
Hill cracks Bailey with an open hand slap. Hill fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Bailey works the jab nicely. The crowd cheers as Hill lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bailey doesn't seem phased though. Hill falls off balance throwing a combination
#CL2# and Bailey counters into the clinch. Nicely done. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bailey lands a right hand. Bailey swings wildly with an uppercut but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Bailey fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Bailey throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD# and Hill counters with a takedown into side control. 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! Bailey is looking to regain half guard here but Hill keeps moving and retains side control. #T1# Hill is looking to take a break and control but Bailey is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Bailey tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hill wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Bailey is holding Hill down, trying to stall. Bailey trying to remain calm as Hill controls from the top position. The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup. Bailey wants to control but Hill postures up.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Hill on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bailey. Bailey obviously looking to wear him down.
Bailey listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Bailey misses with a looping right. Hill is looking for a counter combo. Hill will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bailey fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hill manages to avoid it. Bailey throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hill on the side of the head. Hill rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bailey moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T3# Hill looks to land a body kick but Bailey moved away. Bailey throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Hill scores with a hook. Bailey needs to keep his hands up - Hill had a free shot at his head there. A jab from Bailey finds it's way through Hill's defenses. Hill tries to clinch but Bailey moves away and Bailey counters with a nice body shot. #CL# Hill clinches with his opponent.
Bailey lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Bailey blocks an uppercut.
Hill's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Hill is pushing Bailey up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. Bailey throws a head punch that misses. Bailey tries to throw a body punch but Hill avoids it by throwing Bailey back against the cage. Bailey goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T4# Hill misses with a body punch.
Bailey blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bailey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Bailey goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bailey blocks an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A nice right hand lands inside from Bailey. Bailey throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hills head. A short body shot lands from Bailey as the two fighters clinch.
Bailey blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bailey lands with a short head shot on the inside. Bailey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Hill lands a hook that snaps the head of Bailey backwards. Bailey has a couple of punches blocked by Hill.
Bailey tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Hill blocks a body shot from Bailey. Bailey fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hill throws a punch but it's blocked by Bailey. A left hand lands to the body for Bailey.
Hill misses with a short punch on the inside. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Devon Bailey really dominated that round. The cut man is working on Devon Bailey's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R4# That kick from Hill tenderised Bailey's leg. Bailey is trying to keep his angry face on. An inside leg kick lands from Hill. Bailey takes a swing at Hill's ribcage but misses. Bailey moves out of range of the leg kick from Hill. Bailey blocks the body kick.
Hill scores with a push kick. Bailey checks a leg kick. Bailey misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hill.
Hill on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Hill throws a body kick that misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Hill connects with a leg kick. Bailey looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Hill throws an off balance right hand
and Bailey makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Hill slips under a jab from Bailey.#T1# Hill lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Hill fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bailey checks it well. Bailey moves into range and connects with a jab. Bailey uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hill. Bailey lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Hill tests Bailey's chin there with a solid looking shot. Bailey ducks under a wild hook from Hill. Bailey scores with a shot to the body.
Hill bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Bailey looks to score with a jab to the body but Hill is just out of range. Hill drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bailey sprawls and moves away. Bailey lands a glancing blow to the side of Hill's head. Bailey swings for the body but Hill moves out of range.
A big left from Bailey misses. #T2# Hill pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bailey is out of range and Hill settles back down. Hill fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bailey has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Bailey lands a nice looking body shot.
Bailey slips under a jab. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bailey, as that shot connected.
Hill digs a good hook to Bailey's body.
A swing and a miss from Bailey. Bailey lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Hill shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Hill misses with a leg kick. Hill throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Bailey misses with a left hand #TD# and Hill counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Hill throwing shots but Bailey is blocking nicely. #T3# Hill wants to control but Bailey is keeping him busy. Bailey keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Bailey blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hill. Hill trying to advance position but Bailey counters by regaining guard. Hill postures up in Bailey's guard and throws a big left but Bailey blocks it. Hill wants to control from the top but Bailey keeps moving. Hill connects with a couple of short punches.#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Hill postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Bailey keeping moving, preventing Hill from controlling successfully. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Bailey moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Bailey comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Good leg kick by Bailey there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
#TD# Hill shoots in and bounces Bailey off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Bailey preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Jericho Hill will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Devon Bailey's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round! #R5# Bailey tries to score with a low kick but Hill moves his leg out of the way. Hill attempts a counter takedown but Bailey avoids it well and moves away. Bailey's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Bailey checks the leg kick nicely there.
Good exchange - Hill coming out on top. Bailey scores with a decent looking hook. Bailey throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bailey stuffs the takedown. Bailey steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Hill. Hill clobbers Bailey with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Bailey misses with a straight right. Hill misses with a right hand and Bailey connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill scoring well with a low kick there.
Hill throws a leg kick but Bailey moved away.#CL# Hill fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bailey, pushing him back against the cage. Hill scores with a shot to the side of Bailey's head. Bailey can't find room to land a body shot as Hill controls the action.
Bailey throws a head punch that misses. #T1# Hill scores with a nice hook to the head. Bailey struggles to land a body shot inside as Hill controls his hands.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bailey. Hill doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hill lands on the inside with an uppercut. Hill blocks a body shot from Bailey. Hill lands a nice uppercut. Jericho Hill has scored more points in the clinch so far. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. Bailey's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! A short uppercut from Bailey. Bailey lands a body punch. Hill drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bailey pulls his leg out and moves away.
Bailey works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Bailey keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jericho Hill. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2# Hill missing with a left hand there. Bailey was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Hill throws a front kick that sends Bailey stumbling back into the cage. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Hill throws a jab but it's blocked by Bailey. Hill attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Bailey clobbers Hill with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Bailey scores with a nice right hand.
Hill moves forwards but Bailey connects with a nice, crisp jab. Hill throws a front kick aimed at Bailey's knee but Bailey avoids it well. Hill throws a hook but Bailey avoids it easily. Hill looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Hill attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Bailey looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Hill with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bailey to score with a decent uppercut. Bailey moves out of range of the leg kick from Hill. Bailey lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hill's sensitive parts. #T3##CL2# Bailey darts in and clinches Hill up against the cage. Bailey is working Hill over against the cage. Hill lands with a left to the head. Bailey misses with a body punch.
Bailey blocks an uppercut.
Bailey lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Bailey tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Bailey lands on the inside with an uppercut. Hill throws a head punch that misses. A nice right hand lands inside from Bailey. Hill lands a shoulder strike. Bailey scores with a shot to the side of Hill's head. Bailey lands with a right to the head. Hill is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bailey gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Hill creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill blocking some punches.
Hill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Hill tries to work over Bailey's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4# Hill misses with a hook from the clinch. A short right hand to the side of the head by Hill. Hill misses with the head strike.
A short right from Bailey on the inside. Hill blocks an uppercut.
Hill tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Bailey doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bailey misses with a body punch.
#TD# Hill has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Bailey regains guard immediately. Bailey keeping moving, preventing Hill from controlling successfully. Hill's corner is telling him to maintain position. Hill with a nice head shot there.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Devon Bailey. I think Bailey 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 48:48 Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 47:49 Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 48:48
The fight is ruled a majority draw! Jericho Hill retains his title. It's always disappointing when a championship fight ends as a draw but that's what happens when you leave the fight in the judges hands!
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Event:
AD471: 22th Storm
Date: Aug 05, 2017 |
#R1# D Amato throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. D Amato throws a big shot that misses. Hill looks like he wants to counter punch here. Hill bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. D Amato swings away with a body shot that misses
and Hill counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. A slapping leg kick lands for Hill.
Hill moves into range and connects with a jab. Hill fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt D Amato. D Amato throws a body punch but Hill moves out of range. A slow jab from D Amato misses its intended target. D Amato lands a jab to Hill's midsection. Hill uses good head movement to avoid the hook from D Amato. Hill tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. It looked like D Amato wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. D Amato cracks Hill with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Hill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by D Amato.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A head kick from Hill lands but D Amato takes it in his stride. #T1# D Amato lands with an uppercut that bounces Hill off the cage and back into range. D Amato avoids the head kick by Hill.
A low kick from Hill misses and D Amato counters with a lovely straight right hand! The fighters circling - D Amato throws out the jab but it was never going to land. D Amato has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hill. D Amato pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Hill looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it. Hill blocks a head kick by D Amato.
D Amato misses with a double jab
and Hill counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. D Amato clobbers Hill with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Hill lands a nice leg kick that just misses D Amato's sensitive parts. Hill moves away from the strike by D Amato. Hill connects with a leg kick. D Amato looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Hill looks to score with a jab to the body but D Amato is just out of range.#T2# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A solid body kick from Hill. D Amato throws the left hand but Hill avoids the punch easily. D Amato throws a lazy uppercut
and Hill counters with a stiff right hand. Hill lands a nice leg kick that just misses D Amato's sensitive parts. Hill connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Nice shot by Hill. Hill finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
D Amato appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Hill looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hill slips a straight right by D Amato. A little jabbing left from Hill on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Hill thows a leg kick but D Amato checks it and D Amato counters with a two punch combo. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Hill lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and D Amato has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from D Amato and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. D Amato misses with an uppercut. Hill saw that one coming. D Amato takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T3# D Amato takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Some wild striking there from D Amato.
D Amato throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hill, right into the meat.
Hill throws a front kick aimed at D Amato's knee but D Amato avoids it well. Hill throws a push kick but D Amato slaps the foot to one side. A looping hook to the body misses from D Amato. Hill does a little dance to reset his feet. A chopping leg kick lands by Hill. D Amato misses with a straight left. A slow jab from D Amato misses its intended target. D Amato throws a body punch but Hill moves out of range. Hill wants to clinch up but D Amato keeps it at a distance. D Amato lands with a nice body punch. #T4# D Amato blocks a jab. Hill ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Hill throws a counter combo. Hill swings and misses with a hook to the body.
D Amato takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
This has been an exciting period of action! Hill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by D Amato.
D Amato misses with a straight left. A combination from D Amato does no damage. D Amato misses with a body shot.
Hill throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. Hill needs to keep his hands up - D Amato had a free shot at his head there. D Amato misses the jab. Hill takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Hill connects with a body shot. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jericho Hill will probably get the nod. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Hill takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Hill checks a leg kick nicely. D Amato cracks Hill with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Hill pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Hill takes one to the chin there. D Amato moves out of range of the leg kick from Hill. A big left from Hill misses. D Amato takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Michael D Amato is winning the standup battle so far. Hill slips under a jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill scores with a spinning back kick! Hill takes a swing at D Amato's ribcage but misses. Hill lands a really nice looking cross but D Amato seems unphased.
D Amato chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hill can pounce on him.
Hill throws the kick towards the body but D Amato avoids it.#T1# Hill lands with a hook. D Amato tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hill. D Amato lands with a straight right. Hill didn't see that one coming. D Amato misses with an uppercut. Hill slips a jab from D Amato. D Amato with a hook. Hill steps to the side to avoid the strikes from D Amato. Hill feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to D Amato's calf. The crowd cheers as D Amato lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hill doesn't seem phased though. D Amato throws a hook to the side of Hill's head but Hill sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. D Amato looks to land a combination but Hill avoids it well. Hill slips a straight right by D Amato. Hill takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T2# 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! D Amato throws a hook but Hill avoids it easily. D Amato looks to land a left hand but Hill moved out of range nicely. D Amato steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hill. Hill looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hill lands a jab. Hill blocks a jab. Hill avoids the body shot from D Amato.
D Amato scores with a body shot.
D Amato waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hill. D Amato misses with a body shot.
Hill connects with a solid leg kick. Hill tries to land a front kick but D Amato steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. D Amato darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T3# D Amato takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Hill feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits D Amatos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Hill misses with a wild body shot. D Amato has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hill. D Amato looks to score with a jab to the body but Hill is just out of range. D Amato misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A solid body kick from Hill. Hill steps to the side to avoid the strikes from D Amato. Hill feints the counter takedown. Hill looks to land a right hand but D Amato moved out of range. Hill lands a glancing blow to the side of D Amato's head. D Amato misses with a straight right. D Amato misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2# and Hill counters with a nice double leg into half 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! Hill is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T4# Hill thows a huge punch but D Amato dodges it nicely.
Hill seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Hill is nestled in close to D Amato, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Ground and pound from Hill. Hill not landing any meaningful shots this time. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. 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. Hill connects with a nice short shot to D Amato's temple. Hill seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. D Amato tries to get to full guard but Hill has control of the leg. Hill missing with the ground and pound from half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jericho Hill will probably get the nod - 10:9. 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. #R3# D Amato stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hill. Hill thows a left - swing and a miss! The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as D Amato checks a leg kick. Hill lands a leg kick that knocks D Amato off balance momentarily. Hill with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
D Amato misses with a series of wild punches.
D Amato lands a nice shot that snaps Hill's head back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. D Amato throws out a powerful jab. Hill lands a high kick!
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Hill lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and D Amato has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from D Amato and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Hill uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from D Amato. D Amato looks to score with a jab to the body but Hill is just out of range.#T1# Hill fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. D Amato looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Hill paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. D Amato jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Hill scores with a kick to the midsection. Hill explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. D Amato throws a jab but it's blocked by Hill. A punch lands to the side of D Amato 's head but he takes it in his stride. Hill connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between D Amato's hands. Hill uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Hill lands the left hand. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hill thuds his shin into the meat of D Amato's side. Both fighters are breathing heavily. D Amato jabs at Hill's body.#T2# D Amato takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Hill. Hill ducks under a wild hook from D Amato. D Amato throws a nice looking combination but Hill bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Hill is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. D Amato misses with a hook. Hill ducked under it nicely. Good exchange - Hill coming out on top. Hill with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
That kick from Hill tenderised D Amato's leg. D Amato is trying to keep his angry face on. Hill fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt D Amato. Hill steps to the side to avoid the strikes from D Amato. D Amato misses with a double jab.
D Amato lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. A lazy left from Hill finds it's target.#T3# D Amato misses with a body shot
and Hill counters with a body kick that stops D Amato in his tracks momentarily. D Amato ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hill moves away. Hill looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. D Amato moves out of range of the body kick from Hill.
D Amato throws the left hand but Hill avoids the punch easily. D Amato misses with a looping left. A big left from D Amato misses. Hill looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. D Amato is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Hill ducks under a wild hook from D Amato. Sloppy strikes from D Amato. Those never looked like landing. D Amato throws an overhand right that lands on Hill's shoulder, as Hill tries to avoid the shot. D Amato misses with an uppercut. Hill feints the counter takedown.#T4# Hill slips under a jab. Hill feints a counter leg kick. D Amato's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result. That kick from Hill tenderised D Amato's leg. D Amato is trying to keep his angry face on. Hill misses with a jab to the body
and D Amato counters with a big head kick but Hill shrugs it off. Hill moves out of range as D Amato strikes. A jab from D Amato misses. A good leg kick by Hill. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. D Amato scores with a hook to the body. Hill takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. D Amato connects with a jab. No joy there for D Amato, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
D Amato swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hill with the counter takedown but D Amato avoids it easily. D Amato throws a jab when Hill was well out of range. Hill scores with a nice head shot. D Amato swings for the body but Hill moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill really dominated that 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. #R4# A solid leg kick lands there for Hill.
D Amato avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Hill uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from D Amato. Hill uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from D Amato. D Amato misses with the combination.
Hill drops down looking to force a counter takedown but D Amato defends it well. Nice sprawl there from D Amato as Hill shoots in. D Amato lunges at Hill with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hill's hand. D Amato uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hill. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. D Amato looks to throw the jab but Hill is out of range. Hill thumps D Amato with a low kick. D Amato waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hill. Hill tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Hill. D Amato shrugs it off though. #T1# Hill looks to score with a jab to the body but D Amato is just out of range. An attempted straight right counter from D Amato misses the target. Hill throws a body shot but no joy. D Amato ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hill moves away. D Amato has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hill. D Amato throws a hook but Hill avoids it easily. D Amato paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Hill lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. D Amato misses with a straight right. D Amato moves out of range as Hill strikes. D Amato lands a nice looking body shot.
Some wild striking there from D Amato.
#T2# A jab from D Amato misses. D Amato misses with a wild body shot. D Amato stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hill. Hill dodges the punch combination from D Amato.
Hill dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on D Amato. That did some damage! D Amato uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. D Amato throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hill sees it coming and avoids it easily. A punch combination from Hill misses. D Amato will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. Hill misses with a looping left. The fighters circling - D Amato throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3# Hill misses the shot to the body. D Amato throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Hill avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Hill with a nice cross. D Amato throws an overhand right that lands on Hill's shoulder, as Hill tries to avoid the shot. Hill thows a body kick. D Amato tries to catch it but that hurt him. A big right from D Amato misses. D Amato takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Hill tries a low kick but D Amato avoids it. A little feinted left hand from D Amato on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Hill uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from D Amato. D Amato is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hill. D Amato misses the jab. D Amato misses with an uppercut. Hill saw that one coming.#T4# Hill stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Hill showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from D Amato.
Hill bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of D Amato's head. 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! Hill tries to land a front kick but D Amato steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. D Amato steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Hill. That one must have hurt. Hill connects with a solid leg kick. Hill keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from D Amato. D Amato misses with a looping right. Hill lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. D Amato throws an overhand right that lands on Hill's shoulder, as Hill tries to avoid the shot. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Jericho Hill will probably get the nod - 10:9. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R5# Hill throws a half hearted mid kick. Hill moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Hill tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Hill walks into a jab. Hill throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Hill throws out a loose jab but D Amato uses good head movement to avoid it. Danga de danga de dang - D Amato scores with a four punch combination! Hill is looking to land body kicks. D Amato swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. D Amato with a jab. Hill scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. D Amato tries a head kick but it misses.
Hill throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1# D Amato throws a jab when Hill was well out of range. D Amato fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
D Amato throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2# and Hill counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. D Amato trying to control the position.
D Amato is really struggling to control Hill but he's trying to hold on to the position. Hill with a flurry of punches that miss. Hill works over D Amato with some ground and pound from guard. Hill content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Hill stays in close to D Amato's body and controls the position. #T2# Hill is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Michael D Amato has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! D Amato working a defensive guard here.
Hill trying to control but D Amato is working from the bottom. Hill postures up in D Amato's guard and throws a big left but D Amato blocks it. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up. Hill is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. D Amato managing to control the position. Hill lands a couple of digs. Jericho Hill has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3# Hill in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Hill wants to control from the top but D Amato keeps moving. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Hill scoring well with a low kick there.
Hill ducks under a wild hook from D Amato. Jericho Hill is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Hill throws a head kick that half lands.
D Amato missing with a left hand there. Hill was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. D Amato throws a hook but Hill blocks it. Hill blocks a jab. And Hill responds with a good body kick, but D Amato manages to step out the way in time. Hill scores with a slapping inside leg kick. D Amato misses with a hook.#T4# D Amato throws an overhand right that lands on Hill's shoulder, as Hill tries to avoid the shot. D Amato on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hill. Hill obviously looking to wear him down.
Hill avoids the body shot from D Amato.
D Amato scores with the left hand. Hill knows he should have avoided that one. D Amato just misses with a punch to the body.
D Amato missing with a left hand there. Hill was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Hill steps to the side to avoid the strikes from D Amato. Hill uses good head movement to avoid the hook from D Amato. Hill slips a straight right by D Amato. Hill counters with a body kick. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! D Amato throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hill fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Hill uses good head movement to avoid the hook from D Amato.
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 Michael D Amato. Well Hill 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 45:50 Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 46:49 Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 48:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jericho Hill! Jericho Hill is the new light heavyweight champion! Jericho Hill took some time post fight to say the following; 'fighting underweight is for pussies'. Michael D Amato was interviewed post fight and said 'Whoop ass or get your ass whooped
I got Whooped too day!'.
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Event:
AD463: Kill The Beast
Date: Jul 12, 2017 |
#R1# Hill misses with a low kick.
Tyson lands with a cross. Hill loads up on a big right hand but Tyson slips the punch.#KD2# Oooooh!!! Tyson has knocked Hill down with a huge combo! Tyson steps away and waves a wobbly Hill back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT2# It looks like Jericho Hill has been cut. Hill scores with a jab. Tyson acknowledges it with a nod of the head. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#KD2# Tyson lands a big uppercut and Hill crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Hill looks OK. Tyson waves Hill back to his feet!#ROC2# Hill is rocked! Hill throws a leg kick which misses Tyson's front leg but catches the back leg as Tyson tries to avoid it. Tyson lands a nice looking body kick. Hill tries to land a front kick but Tyson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Tyson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Tyson takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Tyson throws a body shot but no joy. Hill changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Tyson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Hill checks it well. Hill connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T1# Hill looks to land a body kick but Tyson moved away. Tyson only half commits to the counter leg kick. Tyson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Hill tries to counter with a takedown but Tyson is quick to defend against it. Tyson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hill momentarily.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hill, right into the meat.
Jericho Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hill connects with a looping right hand.
Hill tries to move into range but Tyson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Tyson misses the shot to the body. Tyson throws a sloppy head kick and Hill moves out of range easily. Tyson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Hill blocks a leg kick. Hill pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hill digs a good hook to Tyson's body.
#T2# Tyson connects with a crisp jab. Hill has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Thomas Top Team in the buildup to the fight. Hill cracks Tyson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Hill turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Hill throws a head kick but Tyson moves out of range.
Tyson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hill. Tyson throws a lazy head kick and Hill cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Hill wants to slow Tyson down by chopping away at his legs. Tyson throws a sloppy head kick and Hill moves out of range easily. Tyson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hill throws a nice inside leg kick. Tyson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hill, right into the meat.
#T3# Tyson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Hill lands a jab-cross combination. Hill scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tyson doesn't seem bothered though. Hill with a body punch. A glancing blow. Hill tests Tyson's chin there with a solid looking shot. Hill tries to clinch there but Tyson circles away.
Tyson misses the jab. Tyson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hill. Tyson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Hill throws a wild body kick that Tyson sees coming a mile off. Hill slips a jab from Tyson. Tyson throws a jab but it's blocked by Hill. #T4# 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! Hill tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL# Hill moves into range and clinches up with Tyson. Hill scores with a hook to the body. Hill working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Hill lands with a short head shot on the inside. A short right from Hill on the inside. Tyson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tyson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Tyson throws a head punch that misses. Hill tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A short uppercut from Hill. A short uppercut from Hill. #ROC# Tyson is rocked! Tyson's coach down at Jacks Fight Club was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Tyson's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight. Hill lands a hook to the side of the head. Tyson is still on wobbly legs! Can Hill finish him? The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tyson tries to throw a body punch but Hill avoids it by throwing Tyson back against the cage. Hill displaying some good clinch control by pressing Tyson up against the cage. A head punch on the inside from Tyson fails to land. Tyson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Tyson seems to have recovered his senses. Hill misses with some punches.
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 Jericho Hill will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Jericho Hill's cut. 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# Nice uppercut lands for Hill. That snapped Tyson's head back.
#CL# Hill darts in and clinches Tyson up against the cage. Tyson blocks a body shot from Hill. Hill lands a left hand.
Hill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tyson lands a right hand. Tyson lands with a short shot to the head. Hill prevents a body shot from Tyson. Tyson lands a right hand. Tyson lands with a right to the head. Hill lands a body punch in the clinch. Hill tries to work over Tyson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short body shot lands from Tyson as the two fighters clinch.
Tyson misses with a punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action! Tyson has a couple of punches blocked by Hill.
Tyson prevents a body shot from Hill. Tyson struggles to land a body shot inside as Hill controls his hands.
Tyson misses with a punch to the body.
#T1# A short left from Tyson. Jericho Hill has scored more points in the clinch so far. Hill blocks a body shot from Tyson. Tyson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A head punch on the inside from Hill fails to land. Tyson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Hill fails to land. Hill misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hill lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyson backwards. Tyson tries a body shot but Hill blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. Hill is leaning against Tyson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Hill is looking to take this one to the mat. Hill prevents a body shot from Tyson. A right hook to the body lands for Hill.
Hill lands a shoulder strike. Tyson blocking some punches.
Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hill doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tyson. #T2# Hill working aggressively here.
Tyson misses with a punch to the body.
Tyson misses with a short punch on the inside. Tyson throws a punch but it's blocked by Hill. Tyson tries a body shot but Hill blocks it.
Hill trying to land knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill lands a hook that snaps the head of Tyson backwards. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyson. Tyson swings wildly with an uppercut but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill throws a head punch that misses. Tyson misses with some punches.
Hill misses with a short punch on the inside. Hill tries to work over Tyson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tyson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hill creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tyson. A quick uppercut on the inside from Hill. Tyson misses with a punch on the inside.
Hill tries to work over Tyson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3# Hill lands a shoulder strike. Hill swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyson uses good head movement to avoid it. A right handed body shot lands from Hill.
Hill blocking some punches.
Hill manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Hill lands a hook to the side of the head. Hill lands a left hand.
Tyson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Hill misses with a punch on the inside.
Tyson misses with the head strike.
Hill tries to work over Tyson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tyson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Hill lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tyson backwards. A right hook to the body lands for Hill.
Tyson throws a punch but it's blocked by Hill. Tyson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T4# Hill tries to work over Tyson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A short uppercut from Hill. 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! Tyson blocks an uppercut.
Hill lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tyson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Hill fails to land. A quick uppercut on the inside from Tyson. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. Hill working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. A hook to the body from Hill.
Tyson misses with a punch to the body.
Hill blocking some punches.
#TD# Hill is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Tyson can't fight it off and eventually Hill manages to take the fight to the floor. Tyson looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Hill stands and throws Tyson's legs to the side, diving into side control. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Jericho Hill's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round! #R3# Hill cracks Tyson with an open hand slap. Hill lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Hill tries to clinch but Tyson moves away enabling Tyson to counter with a crisp jab. Hill misses with a few strikes there.
Tyson thinks about the counter body kick. Hill lands with a shot to the body. Hill misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jericho Hill is winning the standup battle so far. Tyson throws a low kick but it's checked well by Hill. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill lands a nice looking kick to the body. Tyson takes a step back to recover. Hill uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Tyson on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T1# Hill looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tyson swats away the attempt to clinch by Hill. Hill looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hill throws a half hearted mid kick. Tyson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hill with a body shot. Hill darts in and out, connecting with a jab. A solid body kick from Hill. A slow jab from Tyson misses its intended target. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Hill. Tyson shrugs it off though. Tyson misses the shot to the body. #T2# Donk. Hill catches Tyson right on the button with a cross. Tyson misses with a hook. Hill ducked under it nicely. Hill avoids the head kick by Tyson.
Hill scores with a spinning back kick! Tyson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Hill keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Hill cracks Tyson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill misses with a body shot.
Tyson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Some bone on bone action there as Tyson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Hill lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tyson at a distance.
Hill throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T3# Hill connects with a crisp jab. A head kick misses from Tyson. Hill seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Hill ducks under a wild hook from Tyson. Hill slips a jab from Tyson. Hill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tyson.
Tyson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Tyson throws a hook but Hill blocks it. Jericho Hill is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Tyson throws a poor cross that misses
and Hill cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. A decent looking body kick lands there for Hill. Hill goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Tyson staying out of range there. Tyson was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Hill throws a right and a left that both miss.#T4# Tyson throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Tyson looks to throw the jab but Hill is out of range. Hill is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tyson can do to turn this around? Tyson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hill. A nice leg kick lands there from Hill. Hill chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hill uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyson.#CL# Hill clinches. This has been an exciting period of action! A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. Hill manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Tyson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Mike Tyson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Tyson misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that's the end of the fight! Jericho Hill showed his dominance in that final round. Well Hill 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27 Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27 Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jericho Hill! A relieved looking Jericho Hill thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
AD456: Fight junkies
Date: Jun 17, 2017 |
#R1##TD2# Hill fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Dunkin sprawls well initially but Hill persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Hill not doing much here.
Hill thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Dunkin tries to roll over but Hill keeps him under control. Hill scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Hill throwing shots but Dunkin is blocking nicely. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES# Dunkin kicks off Hill and gets to his feet. Hill lands with a right hand. Dunkin just misses with a punch to the body.
Hill wants to land a leg kick but Dunkin is out of range. Hill is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T1# Dunkin just misses with a punch to the body.
We've been informed that Hill has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Alvin Ray Dunkin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Dunkin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hill ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Hill tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. A looping hook to the body misses from Dunkin. Hill does a little dance to reset his feet. Dunkin looks to score with a jab to the body but Hill is just out of range. Dunkin is looking to wear down Hill with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Hill tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hill, right into the meat.
Hill throws the kick towards the body but Dunkin avoids it. Dunkin is looking to counter punch. Hill misses with a kick to the body.
Hill takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Hill moves out of range of the body kick from Dunkin.
Dunkin scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hill in his tracks. Hill uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dunkin has time to react. Hill avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Hill swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Dunkin ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Dunkin scores with a hook. Dunkin darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T2# Hill swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Hill shoots for a takedown but Dunkin saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Hill gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CL2# Hill drives through and clinches with Dunkin against the cage.
Hill misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dunkin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hill's elbow. Dunkin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dunkin prevents a body shot from Hill. #BC# Dunkin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Dunkin goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Hill comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Dunkin pushes Hill away with a front kick. Dunkin misses with a series of wild punches.
Dunkin connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hill momentarily.
Hill stalks Dunkin and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Dunkin's face. Dunkin staggers backwards, shaken. Good shot there by Hill.#T3# Hill misses with a looping right. Hill wants to clinch. Hill throws a front kick aimed at Dunkin's knee but Dunkin avoids it well. Hill tries to clinch there but Dunkin circles away.
Hill throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Dunkin lands a glancing blow to the side of Hill's head. Dunkin delivers a nice body kick. Dunkin connects with a body shot. Dunkin connects with a crisp jab. Dunkin keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Dunkin throws out a loose jab but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill throws a leg kick that misses. Hill ducks under a wild hook from Dunkin. Dunkin works the jab nicely.#T4# Dunkin throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hill on the side of the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Dunkin scores with a head kick.
#ROC# Hill is rocked! Dunkin looks to score with a jab to the body but Hill is just out of range. A jab from Dunkin misses. Dunkin takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. Hill fakes the leg kick and cracks Dunkin in the body. Dunkin misses with a kick to the body.
A little jabbing left from Hill on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Dunkin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hill sees it coming and avoids it easily. Dunkin keeps the fight on the outside. Hill ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Dunkin is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Hill throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL2# Hill closes the distance and clinches. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A head punch on the inside from Hill fails to land. Dunkin prevents a body shot from Hill. Dunkin lands an uppercut. Hill struggles to land a body shot inside as Dunkin controls his hands.
Hill softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alvin Ray Dunkin dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Dunkin takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dunkin stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hill. Dunkin swats away the attempt to clinch by Hill. Dunkin moves away from the strike by Hill. It looked like Dunkin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Hill misses with an uppercut. Hill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dunkin.
Dunkin's corner calls for a 1-2. Dunkin obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Dunkin misses with an uppercut. Hill steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dunkin. Dunkin throws an overhand right that lands on Hill's shoulder, as Hill tries to avoid the shot. Hill ducks under a wild hook from Dunkin. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dunkin swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hill.#CL2# Hill closes the distance and clinches. A short left from Hill. Dunkin blocks a body shot from Hill. Hill lands with a right to the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Dunkin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1##TD2# Hill drives through with a takedown into guard. Dunkin is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Hill stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dunkin swivels though and keeps the full guard. Dunkin keeping moving, preventing Hill from controlling successfully. Dunkin will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Hill passes into half guard. Hill looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dunkin with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Hill stops Dunkin from getting back to his feet.
Hill has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2# Hill throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Hill missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Dunkin wants to get back to his feet. Dunkin trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Dunkin throws a hook to the side of Hill's head but Hill sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Dunkin pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Dunkin ducks under a wild hook from Hill. Dunkin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. A slow jab from Hill misses its intended target. Hill connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Dunkin is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#T3# Dunkin looks for the body kick but Hill saw that one coming. Hill takes a body punch but keeps moving. Some bone on bone action there as Dunkin checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Dunkin misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hill scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Dunkin looks to throw a body kick#TD2# and Hill counters with a nice double leg into guard. Dunkin is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Hill throws a big elbow that misses. Dunkin is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Hill working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4# Hill won't allow Dunkin to get back to his feet. Hill trying to control the position from guard on top but Dunkin 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. Dunkin misses with a body punch
and Hill counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Hill avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Hill tries to move into range but Dunkin moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#TD2# Hill gets the takedown into side control. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Dunkin is pushing Hill's head away, looking to escape. Hill manages to hold on to the position though. Dunkin is not content to let Hill control the position. Hill working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R3##TD2# Hill closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hill lands in his opponent's guard. Dunkin keeping moving, preventing Hill from controlling successfully. #ES# Dunkin uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Dunkin throws the kick towards the body but Hill avoids it. Alvin Ray Dunkin is winning the standup battle so far. Dunkin moves out of range of the body kick from Hill.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dunkin misses with a low kick as Hill jumps back. Dunkin lands with a cross. Hill throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. It looked like Dunkin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Hill slips a straight right by Dunkin. A big right from Dunkin misses. Dunkin throws an overhand right that lands on Hill's shoulder, as Hill tries to avoid the shot. Hill tries a quick counter leg kick but Dunkin is wise to it.#T1# Dunkin throws a body shot but no joy. A looping hook to the body misses from Hill. Dunkin does a little dance to reset his feet. Dunkin throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. Hill tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dunkin paws at him with a jab and circles away. Dunkin throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Dunkin dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Hill throws a series of punches but Dunkin avoids them all with ease. Hill misses with a straight left. Hill uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dunkin. Hill attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Hill. Dunkin shrugs it off though. Hill ducks under a wild hook from Dunkin. Hill throws a good cross that connects.
Dunkin throws a looping overhand right but Hill ducks down to avoid it. Jab from Dunkin.#T2# Hill works over Dunkin's head and body with a nice combination. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2# Hill fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dunkin, pushing him back against the cage. Hill lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Dunkin. Both fighters are breathing heavily. A quick uppercut on the inside from Hill. Hill presses Dunkin against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Dunkin has a couple of punches blocked by Hill.
Hill throws a punch but it's blocked by Dunkin. Hill blocks a body shot from Dunkin. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. Dunkin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dunkin's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Dunkin struggles to land a body shot inside as Hill controls his hands.
Dunkin is trying to break free. Hill working some nice short punches in the clinch. A short uppercut from Dunkin. Dunkin prevents a body shot from Hill. Dunkin working hard to break the clinch. Dunkin blocks a body shot from Hill. #T3##BC# Dunkin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Hill fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dunkin. Dunkin looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Dunkin goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Hill moves in looking to clinch but Dunkin pushes him off. Dunkin misses with a body kick. Dunkin looks to throw the jab but Hill is out of range. Dunkin misses with a wild combination.
Hill scores with a jab to the head.
#CL2# Hill closes the distance and pushes Dunkin back into the cage. Jericho Hill seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Hill struggles to land a body shot inside as Dunkin controls his hands.
Dunkin leaning his opponent against the cage. Dunkin takes a shot to the head. #T4# Hill blocks a body shot from Dunkin. Dunkin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hill creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Dunkin lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hill throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dunkins head. Dunkin blocks a body shot from Hill. Dunkin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Dunkin throws a punch but it's blocked by Hill. Hill misses with a short punch on the inside. Hill tries to work over Dunkin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Hill struggles to land a body shot inside as Dunkin controls his hands.
Dunkin is trying to break free. Dunkin can't break the clinch.
Dunkin working aggressively here.
Dunkin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hill's elbow. Hill can't find room to land a body shot as Dunkin controls the action.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Jericho Hill. I think Hill 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 William Peck scores the fight 28:29 Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29 Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jericho Hill! Jericho Hill thanked the fans post fight for their support. Alvin Ray Dunkin was interviewed post fight and said 'I came into the fight with a good game plan and it didn't work so I will go back to the drawing board.'.
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AD446: Flash Pointing
Date: May 17, 2017 |
#R1# Hill scoring well with a low kick there.
Hill walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Hill has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#CL2# Hill clinches up against the cage. Rutten blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rutten goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hill just leaning against Rutten, taking a breather. Rutten lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Rutten tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hill's elbow. Hill misses with a punch on the inside.
Rutten lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Rutten lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Rutten swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hill misses with a short punch on the inside. Hill lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#TD2# Hill has picked Rutten up - he's going for a ride! Hill dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill throwing shots but Rutten is blocking nicely. Hill throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Hill content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Hill not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1# Rutten blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hill. Nice strikes from Hill there. Hill missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Hill misses with a head shot. Rutten uses the momentum to regain guard. Hill sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Rutten looking for a sweep. Not yet Rutten, not yet. Rutten utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Hill working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Hill wants to control from the top but Rutten keeps moving. Hill postures up in Rutten's guard and throws a big left but Rutten blocks it. Hill postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Hill trying to control but Rutten is working from the bottom. #T3##REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Rutten thows a left - swing and a miss! Rutten takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#CL2# Hill fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rutten, pushing him back against the cage. Rutten goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rutten blocks an uppercut.
Good body shot from Rutten.
Rutten swings wildly with an uppercut but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. Rutten misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hill is working for takedown but Rutten is calmly controlling the position for now. Rutten swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hill misses with the head strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hill. Hill fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rutten lands a shoulder strike. #T4# Rutten has a couple of punches blocked by Hill.
Rutten lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hill backwards. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Rutten misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Hill can't find room to land a body shot as Rutten controls the action.
Hill blocks an uppercut.
A short right from Hill. Hill lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rutten backwards. Rutten misses with a punch to the body.
Rutten is trying to break free. Rutten blocks a body shot from Hill. Hill lands a shot to the body. Hill scores with a hook to the body. Hill works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rutten is breathing heavily. Hill working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Hill throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Rutten's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! A nice right hand lands inside from Hill. #CUT2# It looks like Handsome Rutten has been cut. Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Rutten.
Hill softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill dominated that round. The cut man is working on Handsome Rutten's cut. 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# Hill throws a nice outside leg kick. Rutten takes one to the chin there. Rutten with a nice cross. Rutten throws out a loose jab but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. It seemed like Hill was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Hill lands a body shot.
#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Rutten blocks a body shot from Hill. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. Rutten swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rutten blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hill blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rutten's elbow. A right hand to the body from Hill.
Hill blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Hill fails to land. Hill has Rutten pushed against the cage.#TD2# Hill has hold of one of Rutten's legs. Rutten is fighting the takedown attempt but Hill gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#ES# Rutten pushes Hill off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T1# Hill is looking to land body kicks. Rutten appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Rutten has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Hill. Hill connects with an inside leg kick.#CL2# Rutten gets tackled into the cage by Hill. Hill maintains the clinch. Hill has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Rutten misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hill drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Rutten gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Rutten tries to throw a body punch but Hill avoids it by throwing Rutten back against the cage. Hill lands a body shot. Hill gets through Rutten's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Rutten is looking to break free of the clinch but Hill has double underhooks. Hill throws a knee to the head but misses.
Hill lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. A short right hand to the side of the head by Hill. Jericho Hill seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T2# Rutten misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Hill on the inside. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Hill lands an uppercut. Hill lands a nice uppercut. Rutten doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hill lands a body punch. Hill lands a shot to the body. Hill lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hill creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Hill lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #ROC2# Rutten is rocked! Hill pushes Rutten back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Oh Rutten is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Hill lands a big right hand that drops Rutten! The killer instinct kicks in and Hill finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Hill!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jericho Hill! A very excited looking Jericho Hill made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
VFA 10
Date: Apr 01, 2017 |
#R1# Raunio tries to move into range but Hill moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Raunio on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Hill throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Raunio looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Hill lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Raunio throws a quick inside leg kick. Raunio looks to throw the jab but Hill is out of range. Raunio with a jab. Hill motions for Raunio to come forward. Hill throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL2# Raunio clinches up with Hill and pushes him back against the cage. Hill struggles to land a body shot inside as Raunio controls his hands.
Raunio misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Raunio lands a shoulder strike. Hill working aggressively here.
Raunio working aggressively here.
Hill cracks Raunio with a nice body shot. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Raunio takes a knee to the side of the body. Raunio looks winded! Raunio's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Hill can't find room to land a body shot as Raunio controls the action.
Hill lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Raunio or not. A short left from Hill. #T1# Hill is stalling here.
Hill lands with a right to the head. Hill misses with a punch on the inside.
Hill lands with a left to the head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. Hill tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Hill lands with a short shot to the head. A head punch on the inside from Raunio fails to land. Raunio working aggressively here.
Hill scores with a shoulder strike. #ROC# Raunio is rocked! A short left from Hill. Raunio is still on wobbly legs! Can Hill finish him? Hill pushes Raunio against the cage. Hill is working some dirty boxing. Hill pushes off with a quick right hook! Raunio goes down! Raunio tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Hill moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jericho Hill! After winning the bout, Jericho Hill thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
VFA 8
Date: Mar 18, 2017 |
#R1# Hill defending well as Mytilinaios loads up on a big left hand. Mytilinaios looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. A jab from Mytilinaios does it's job there.#TD# Mytilinaios manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Hill on his heels. He'll look to pass Hill's guard now, I'm sure. Mytilinaios forces his way into half guard. Mytilinaios looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Hill works his way to full guard. Good work. Mytilinaios trying to control but Hill is working from the bottom. Mytilinaios tries to free his leg and advance position but Hill is retaining full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mytilinaios is looking to advance position but Hill has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB# Hill breaks from Mytilinaios's wrist control and lands an elbow. Hill controlling the position easily from mount. #T1# Mytilinaios is desperately trying to improve his position but Hill has a good base and remains in mount. Hill content just to control the position here. Mytilinaios bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Mytilinaios won't allow Hill to sweep him here. Mytilinaios advances to half guard. Hill is refusing to be controlled, as Mytilinaios sits in half guard. Mytilinaios looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T2# Hill desperately trying to maintain half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Mytilinaios trying to control from half guard but Hill is working away. Mytilinaios working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Hill's thigh. Hill counters though and makes it back to full guard. Mytilinaios wants to pass the guard but Hill is keeping the position.#SUB# Mytilinaios is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Hill is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Hill has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB# Mytilinaios looking for a sweep. Not yet Mytilinaios, not yet. #T3# Mytilinaios is working hard here to advance position.#SUB# Mytilinaios throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hill uses it to pass to side control.
Mytilinaios is trying to improve his position. Hill just content to control the position. Mytilinaios is looking to regain half guard here but Hill keeps moving and retains side control. Hill staying calm.#T4# Mytilinaios is trying to get back to half guard. Hill happy to just control the position for now. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mytilinaios tries to get back to half guard but can't. 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 Kostas Mytilinaios will probably get the nod. That's time! Mytilinaios's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Hill stuffs the takedown attempt from Mytilinaios. Mytilinaios gets slowly back to his feet. #CL# Mytilinaios has closed the distance and engaged Hill in a clinch.
Mytilinaios tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Mytilinaios misses with a punch to the body.
Mytilinaios lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Hill works on Mytilinaios's body with a couple of short punches. Hill tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Mytilinaios blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hill tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mytilinaios avoids it. Hill misses with a punch on the inside.
Hill blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hill throws a punch but it's blocked by Mytilinaios. Hill prevents a body shot from Mytilinaios. Hill misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mytilinaios lands a nice shot to the body. Mytilinaios tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Mytilinaios misses with the head strike.
Hill lands a right hand. #T1# Hill struggles to land a body shot inside as Mytilinaios controls his hands.
Mytilinaios is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Hill scores with a shot to the side of Mytilinaios's head. Hill lands an uppercut. Mytilinaios misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hill misses with a hook from the clinch. Hill swings wildly with an uppercut but Mytilinaios uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Mytilinaios's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Hill goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mytilinaios misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hill misses with some punches.
Hill lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A short left from Mytilinaios. Hill goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hill is leaning against Mytilinaios and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Mytilinaios has a couple of punches blocked by Hill.
Hill throws a head punch that misses. Hill tries to work over Mytilinaios's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2# A head punch on the inside from Hill fails to land. Mytilinaios has Hill pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hill manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kostas Mytilinaios. That's going to take a lot out of him. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Hill stalls. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mytilinaios. Hill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hill misses with a hook from the clinch. Mytilinaios prevents a body shot from Hill. Mytilinaios blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hill softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Mytilinaios wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Hill has him pressed against the cage. Hill lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Hill throws a punch but it's blocked by Mytilinaios. Hill prevents a body shot from Mytilinaios. Mytilinaios is looking to take this one to the mat. Mytilinaios tries to work over Hill's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A left hand lands to the body for Hill.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Hill tries to land knees in the clinch but Mytilinaios avoids the damage to the body. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. Mytilinaios misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hill blocking some punches.
Hill tries a body shot but Mytilinaios blocks it.
#T3# Mytilinaios swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right hook to the body lands for Hill.
Hill blocks an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hill creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Hill pushes Mytilinaios back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Hill lands a right hand. Mytilinaios misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hill missing with knees to the body.
Hill stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Hill lands a nice uppercut. Jericho Hill seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. A short right from Hill on the inside. Hill lands a body punch. A short right from Hill. Hill lands with a left to the head. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mytilinaios. Hill lands with a left to the head. Hill scores with an uppercut up the middle. Hill working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Hill lands a nice uppercut.#ROC2# Mytilinaios is rocked! Hill pushes Mytilinaios against the cage. Hill is working some dirty boxing. Hill pushes off with a quick right hook! Mytilinaios goes down! Mytilinaios tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Hill moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jericho Hill! A relieved looking Jericho Hill thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
VFA Wednesday Fights 4
Date: Mar 01, 2017 |
#R1# Hill stuffs the takedown attempt from Kingsley. Kingsley gets slowly back to his feet. Kingsley takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Hill buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Hill lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Kingsley connects with a crisp jab. Kingsley throws the kick towards the body but Hill avoids it. Kingsley scoring well with a low kick there.
Hill throws a body kick that misses #TD2# and Kingsley counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Kingsley working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Kingsley postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Hill has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance. Kingsley keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Hill's head. Kingsley throwing strikes but missing. Kingsley is looking to pass into half guard but Hill pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hill is in guard.#REVR# The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Kingsley keeping full guard, as Hill tries to pass. Kingsley told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#T1# Kingsley 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. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hill accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Kingsley preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake. Kingsley keeping full guard, as Hill tries to pass. Hill throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Hill slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #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. Hill in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Hill is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Hill with a nice head shot there. Kingsley is pulling down on Hill's head. It's preventing any offense from Hill, at least for the moment. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Kingsley is trying to keep Hill in close.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3# Some bone on bone action there as Kingsley checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Hill throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Hill moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
No joy there for Kingsley, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kingsley scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Hill staying out of range there. The fighters circling - Kingsley throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Kingsley scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hill in his tracks. A big left from Kingsley misses. Kingsley fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hill avoids it really well and circles away. Kingsley shoots in but no luck this time. Jericho Hill has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Kingsley. Kingsley throws a series of punches but Hill avoids them all with ease. Kingsley scores with a decent looking hook.#T4# A telegraphed right hand from Kingsley misses the target. No luck for Kingsley with that takedown attempt. Kingsley fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill lands a head shot. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kingsley. Hill fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kingsley is out of range. Kingsley drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hill defends it well. Hill tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kingsley was well out of range. Poor timing from Hill. Hill throws a nice inside leg kick. Kingsley throws a left and a right that both miss
and Hill counters with a low kick, right behind Kingsley 's knee. Kingsley closes the distance and clinches up with Hill, looking for a takedown. Kingsley pushes Hill against the cage but Hill circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Hill swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hill throws a nice outside leg kick. Nice defenses there by Kingsley. And Kingsley tries to counter it with a takedown but Hill pushes his down on his head and steps out. Hill swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
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 Jericho Hill will probably get the nod. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Kingsley fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Kingsley pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Hill bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Nice uppercut there from Kingsley. Kingsley tries a head kick but it misses.
Kingsley takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kingsley has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Kingsley ducks under a wild hook from Hill. Kingsley might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable. Hill feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Kingsley's calf. Jericho Hill is winning the standup battle so far. Kingsley waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hill. That kick from Hill tenderised Kingsley's leg. Kingsley is trying to keep his angry face on. Kingsley will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. The fight stays on the outside here - Hill looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Hill throws a quick inside leg kick. Hill feints and then cracks Kingsley's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kingsley down. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! No joy there for Kingsley, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
You can see that Kingsley has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks#T1# Kingsley has a takedown stuffed. Kingsley fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Hill on the side of the head. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Hill - that will leave a mark!
Kingsley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hill was well out of range. Poor timing from Kingsley. Kingsley pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hill will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kingsley misses with a low kick.
Hill just misses with a punch to the body.
Hill throws a leg kick #TD2# and Kingsley counters with a nice double leg into guard. Hill wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kingsley is now in half guard. Kingsley is stalling here. Hill is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Kingsley seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Hill has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. 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! Hill lands a few punches from side control.#T2# Kingsley tries to buck Hill off but Hill is having none of it. Hill working the head and body with strikes. Hill lands a decent elbow from side control. Hill trying to control the position but Kingsley is working away. Hill working the ground and pound. Hill wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kingsley keeps working. Kingsley is trying to buck Hill off.#T3# Kingsley is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hill off and has taken his back! Kingsley is striking well from the back but Hill escapes and manages to control the positon and works his way to half guard. A much better position - the crisis is over for the time being. Kingsley throwing shots but Hill is blocking nicely. Kingsley thows a huge punch but Hill dodges it nicely.
Hill is looking to improve his position.
Kingsley works his foot free and advances to mount. #T4# Hill is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kingsley lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Hill bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Kingsley being controlled here, momentarily. Hill postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. 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 Jericho Hill will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round! #R3# Kingsley pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Kingsley has a takedown stuffed. Kingsley throws a head kick but Hill moves out of range.
Hill misses with a body kick. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Hill.
Hill throws a solid leg kick but Kingsley takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hill. Kingsley tries for a takedown but Hill sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Kingsley stuffs the takedown attempt from Hill. Hill gets slowly back to his feet. #TD# Hill throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Kingsley tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Hill is in Kingsley's guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill lands a couple of decent looking shots. Jericho Hill overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Kingsley working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hill. Hill preventing the sweep. #T1# Hill trying to control the position from guard on top but Kingsley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Kingsley avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Hill trying to control the position from guard on top but Kingsley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Hill is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Kingsley scores with a jab to the body. Kingsley scores with a kick to the midsection.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD# Hill shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Hill trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Hill showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Kingsley wants to sweep here but Hill controlling him for the moment. #T3# Hill scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Kingsley working a defensive guard here.
Hill keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kingsley's head. James Kingsley has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Jericho Hill is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Hill not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Kingsley scores with a jab to the body. Nice defenses there by Hill. Hill avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T4# Hill lands with a shot to the body. Kingsley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hill.
It looked like Hill was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Kingsley scores with a head kick.
Kingsley blocks a head kick by Hill.
Hill lands an overhand right. Hill fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kingsley. A shot to the liver by Kingsley. Beautiful body shot. Kingsley scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hill in his tracks. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Hill swinging wildly here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Hill takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hill takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to James Kingsley. I think Hill 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28 Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:29 Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:30
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
EPL 11 Playoffs Round 1
Date: Feb 01, 2017 |
#R1# Horrible takedown attempt by Hill or perhaps it was just good defense by Garcia, which made it look bad. #TD2# Hill shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Garcia wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB# Garcia is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB# Hill throws a sloppy strike and Garcia has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Hill is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Garcia!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rodney Garcia! Rodney Garcia decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
EPL 11.9
Date: Jan 25, 2017 |
#R1# Some bone on bone action there as Hill checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Kingsley looks to land a right hand but Hill moved out of range. Hill moves away from the strike by Kingsley. No luck for Hill with that takedown attempt. #TD# Kingsley gets caught napping as Hill dives in and scores a takedown. Kingsley manages to retain guard. Kingsley is trying to control the position but Hill postures up. Hill trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Hill stopping the sweep attempt from Kingsley. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kingsley controlling the position. Hill keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kingsley's head. Hill throwing strikes but missing. Kingsley is trying to keep Hill in close.
#T1# Hill lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2# Kingsley looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hill pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kingsley is keeping the position for now. Hill postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Hill postures up.
Kingsley wants to sweep here but Hill controlling him for the moment. Kingsley is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Kingsley preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Kingsley wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Hill shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kingsley pinned against the cage. Kingsley gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Hill throws a head kick that misses #TD2# and Kingsley counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Hill! Kingsley misses with an attempted head punch from side control. Kingsley cracks Hill with a big elbow. Hill is looking for a sweep.#T3# Hill on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Kingsley throwing shots but missing, from side control. Kingsley connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Hill some visible discomfort.
Hill is looking for a sweep. Kingsley misses with an attempted head punch from side control. Hill parries the strikes from Kingsley easily there. Kingsley is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Hill to escape.
Hill taking punishment in the form of punches.
A lull in the action here as Kingsley stalls from top position.#T4# Kingsley working away. Hill is not content to let Kingsley control the position. Kingsley working the ground and pound but Hill is defending the strikes. Kingsley working the strikes but Hill uses the opportunity to regain half guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Kingsley missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Hill works his way to full guard. Good work. Kingsley is looking to work some ground and pound but Hill has wrist control. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kyle Kingsley dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round! #R2##TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Kingsley enables Hill to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kingsley manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Hill 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. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hill accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Kingsley pulls Hill in to control the position. Hill stopping the sweep attempt from Kingsley. Hill lands a couple of digs. Hill won't allow Kingsley to sweep him here. Kingsley is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Kingsley lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB# Kingsley throws an elbow that misses. Hill uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kingsley's guard. Nice move by Hill!#REVR##T1# Hill in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Hill won't allow Kingsley to sweep him here. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hill accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Hill connects with a couple of short punches. Hill throwing strikes but missing. Hill postures up.
#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Hill landing with the ground and pound. Kingsley is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kingsley working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hill. Kingsley looking to control.
Hill cracks Kingsley with a solid left hand. Jericho Hill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Hill chips away with some ground and pound. Hill 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. Kingsley avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T3# Hill looking to pass the guard. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet. Kingsley tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Kyle Kingsley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Hill has his takedown stuffed and Kingsley counters with a nice body shot. #TD# Hill fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kingsley to the ground. Hill is now in Kingsley's guard. Kingsley 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. Jericho Hill overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Hill lands a couple of elbows. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Hill postures up.
#T4# Kingsley bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hill's guard. #REVB# Kingsley throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Kingsley wants to control from the top but Hill keeps moving. Hill trying to keep a closed guard but Kingsley is proving a slippery customer.
Kingsley must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Hill manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kingsley manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# Hill throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Kingsley looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
And that's the end of the fight! Jericho Hill showed his dominance in that final round. I have no idea who won that fight. Let's wait and see whether the judges are as confused as me! Time for a split decision perhaps?!. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 19:19 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 19:19 Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 19:19
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
EPL 11.8
Date: Jan 18, 2017 |
#R1##CL# Hill instigates a clinch. Hill throws an elbow but it misses.
Hill fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hill lands a body shot in the clinch.
Haades throws a punch but it's blocked by Hill. Haades scores with a shoulder strike. Haades goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Haades lands a right hand. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Hill. Hill prevents a body shot from Haades. Haades blocks an uppercut.
Haades scores with a nice hook to the head. A head punch on the inside from Haades fails to land. Haades struggles to land a body shot inside as Hill controls his hands.
Hill leaning his opponent against the cage. Haades working aggressively here.
Hill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Haades prevents a body shot from Hill. Haades misses with the head strike.
Haades can't find room to land a body shot as Hill controls the action.
#T1# Haades fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Haades. Hill blocking some punches.
Haades is leaning against Hill and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Hill can't find room to land a body shot as Haades controls the action.
Haades lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Hill is breathing heavily. Hill misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Haades.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Haades. Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Haades blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Haades blocks a body shot from Hill. Haades prevents a body shot from Hill. Hill misses with a hook from the clinch. Haades scores with a shoulder strike. Haades doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Haades misses with the head strike.
Haades throws a head punch that misses. Hill doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Haades swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Haades has a couple of punches blocked by Hill.
#T2# Haades lands with a short head shot on the inside. Hill trying to land knees to the body.
Hill misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Haades pushes Hill back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A head punch on the inside from Hill fails to land. Haades lands with a light punch inside. Haades tries to throw a body punch but Hill avoids it by throwing Haades back against the cage. Hill swings wildly with an uppercut but Haades uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill throws a head punch that misses. Haades misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hill goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Haades. Haades gets through Hill's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Hill swings wildly with an uppercut but Haades uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Haades lands a body shot in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Haades.
Haades misses with a body punch.
#T3# Haades lands with a short shot to the head. Haades scores with a nice hook to the head. Haades lands a shot to the body. Haades throws a head punch that misses. Haades lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Haades lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Hill's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Haades lands a hook to the side of the head. Hill misses with the head strike.
Haades lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. Hill tries a knee to the head but Haades blocks it.
Hill prevents a body shot from Haades. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Haades lands with a left to the head. Haades misses with a short punch on the inside. Haades doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short uppercut from Hill. Haades misses with a punch on the inside.
Haades misses with a hook from the clinch. Haades tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hill's elbow. #T4# Hill working aggressively here.
Haades makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Haades blocks an uppercut.
Hill lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Haades. Haades lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Hill's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Haades lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hill backwards. A head punch on the inside from Haades fails to land. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Haades. Hill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Haades lands with a left to the head. Haades lands an uppercut. Hill's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Haades lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Haades.
Haades digs a right hand underneath Hill's ribcage. Hill let out a lung full of air as it connected. Hill misses with a hook from the clinch. Hill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Haades lands a shot to the body. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hannes Haades 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. This is the final round! #R2# Haades lands a jab to the head.
#KD2# Haades drops Hill with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Hill looks back up at him and smiles so Haades waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC2# Hill is rocked! Haades feints with a left and delivers a massive head kick! Hill collapses like a ragdoll! Game over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Hannes Haades! In his post fight interview, Hannes Haades started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
EPL11.7
Date: Jan 11, 2017 |
#R1# Hill chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hill throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Clones Jr on the side of the head. Hill misses with a straight left. Clones Jr throws the left hand but Hill avoids the punch easily. Clones Jr blocks the body kick.
That kick from Hill tenderised Clones Jr's leg. Clones Jr is trying to keep his angry face on. Hill scores with a nice right hand.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hill. A nice inside leg kick there by Hill. That's going to slow Clones Jr down. Hill lands with an overhand left. A big right from Hill misses. Clones Jr on the wrong end of a nice hook. Clones Jr on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Hill smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Jericho Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Clones Jr moves out of range of the body kick. Nice defenses there by Clones Jr. Hill has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Clones Jr cracks Hill with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Clones Jr scores with a hook to the body. Hill takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1# Hill thows a left - swing and a miss! Clones Jr takes a swing at Hill's ribcage but misses. Hill throws out a counter right but Clones Jr avoids it with no problem. Clones Jr ducks right into an uppercut from Hill. #CL2# Hill clinches up against the cage. Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Clones Jr.
Clones Jr tries a body shot but Hill blocks it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Clones Jr. A head punch on the inside from Hill fails to land. Clones Jr lands a body punch in the clinch. Hill throws a punch but it's blocked by Clones Jr. Clones Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hill misses with the head strike.
Nice body punch from Hill - that landed with a thud.
Clones Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hill's elbow. Clones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Clones Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Clones Jr. Hill scores with a hook to the body. Hill throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Clones Jrs head. Hill lands an uppercut.#T2# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Clones Jr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Clones Jr tries a body shot but Hill blocks it.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Clones Jr. Hill lands with a light punch inside. Clones Jr lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hill. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Clones Jr. A nice left hand lands by Hill.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Clones Jr. Clones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hill throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Clones Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Hill controls his hands.
Hill misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Hill fails to land. A short right from Hill. Clones Jr throws a head punch that misses. Hill doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hill misses with a short punch on the inside. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Clones Jr. Clones Jr working aggressively here.
#T3# Clones Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hill's elbow. Clones Jr working aggressively here.
Clones Jr takes a shot to the head. Clones Jr throws a head punch that misses. Hill misses with a body punch.
Hill swings wildly with an uppercut but Clones Jr uses good head movement to avoid it. Clones Jr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hills head. Clones Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Hill controls the action.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Hill. Hill swings wildly with an uppercut but Clones Jr uses good head movement to avoid it. Clones Jr blocking some punches.
Clones Jr takes a shot to the head. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hill. Clones Jr is working Hill over against the cage. Clones Jr swings wildly with an uppercut but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill scores with a shot to the side of Clones Jr's head. Clones Jr tries a body shot but Hill blocks it.
Clones Jr blocks a body shot from Hill. #T4# A short right hand to the side of the head by Clones Jr. Clones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Clones Jr.
This has been an exciting period of action! Hill is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Clones Jr is keeping busy. Clones Jr lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Clones Jr tries to throw a body punch but Hill avoids it by throwing Clones Jr back against the cage. Clones Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short body shot lands from Hill as the two fighters clinch.
Clones Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. A right hand to the body from Clones Jr.
Hill looks winded! Clones Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. A right hand to the body from Clones Jr.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Clones Jr. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Clones Jr lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hill backwards. A left hand lands to the body for Clones Jr.
Clones Jr lands on the inside with an uppercut. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Clones Jr lands a hook to the side of the head. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round! #R2# Clones Jr avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Hill throws a low kick but Clones Jr moves out of range easily. Clones Jr throws a right hand that misses
and Hill counters with a left and a right that stings Clones Jr. Hill throws a jab but it's blocked by Clones Jr. Horrible takedown attempt by Hill or perhaps it was just good defense by Clones Jr, which made it look bad. Clones Jr goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Hill throws a head kick that misses. Clones Jr is looking to counter with a body kick. Clones Jr misses with a hook
and Hill counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Clones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Hill is just out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill misses with a head kick.
Clones Jr dodges the punch combination from Hill.
Clones Jr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Hill defending well as Clones Jr loads up on a big left hand. Clones Jr moves out of range as Hill strikes.#T1##KD# Clones Jr lands a big uppercut and Hill crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Hill looks OK. Clones Jr waves Hill back to his feet! Clones Jr throws a big shot that misses. Hill digs a good hook to Clones Jr's body.
Hill bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Hill thows a leg kick but Clones Jr checks it and Clones Jr counters with a stiff right hand. A slapping body kick lands there for Hill. This has been an exciting period of action! Hill throws a front kick aimed at Clones Jr's knee but Clones Jr avoids it well. Clones Jr takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hill ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Clones Jr misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hill tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Hill throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Clones Jr. Clones Jr checks a low kick from Hill. Clones Jr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Clones Jr jabbing away but nothing is landing. Hill replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Clones Jr blocks it well. Don Clones Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Clones Jr ducks under a wild hook from Hill. Clones Jr is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Clones Jr throws a push kick but Hill slaps the foot to one side. Hill throws a big counter head kick but Clones Jr avoids it with no problem. Jericho Hill seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2# Hill doesn't manage to clinch there - Clones Jr circles away.
Hill tries to work over Clones Jr's front leg with a kick but Clones Jr checks it. Hill connects with a leg kick. Clones Jr looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Clones Jr checks a leg kick nicely. No joy there for Hill, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Clones Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Hill is just out of range. Clones Jr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Hill fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Hill lands a leg kick that knocks Clones Jr off balance momentarily. Hill looks to land a left hand but Clones Jr moved out of range nicely. Hill walks into a stiff left hand from Clones Jr. Clones Jr moves out of range of the body kick from Hill.
Clones Jr is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Clones Jr closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Hill looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T3# Hill throws a jab but it's blocked by Clones Jr. Hill fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Hill looks to throw the jab but Clones Jr is out of range. Clones Jr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Hill takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Hill is breathing heavily. Clones Jr lands a hook that stumbles Hill back into the cage. Clones Jr follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Hill to the canvas! Clones Jr pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Hill has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Don Clones Jr! During a confident post fight interview, Don Clones Jr thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
EPL 11.6
Date: Jan 04, 2017 |
#R1# Bolivar misses the shot to the body. Bolivar has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bolivar lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Hill has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Hill and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#CL# Hill moves into the clinch successfully.
Hill misses with a punch on the inside.
Bolivar is leaning against Hill and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Bolivar throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hills head. Hill working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Bolivar fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hill is leaning against Bolivar and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Hill lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hill lands on the inside with an uppercut. Hill lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Hill has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bolivar after a bit of a struggle. Bolivar has a couple of punches blocked by Hill.
Hill throws a head punch that misses. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Bolivar digs a right hand underneath Hill's ribcage. Hill let out a lung full of air as it connected. A nice right hand lands inside from Hill. #BC2# Bolivar pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Bolivar wants to slow Hill down by chopping away at his legs. An inside leg kick from Hill misses. Bolivar flicks out a counter leg kick but Hill steps away. Hill tries to land a leg kick but Bolivar saw it coming and moves away.
#T1# Bolivar takes one to the chin there. Hill displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bolivar throws out the jab. Hill tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Hill keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hill.
Bolivar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hill counters with a low kick, right behind Bolivar 's knee. Bolivar tries a low kick but Hill avoids it. Bolivar just misses with a punch to the body.
Hill jabs Bolivar to the body, keeping him at a distance. Bolivar throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Hill scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Bolivar tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Bolivar throws a body kick that misses. Bolivar throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hill. Bolivar throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Bolivar misses with a wild body shot. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Bolivar waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hill. Bolivar misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T2# Bolivar lands a nice hook to Hill's body. Hill takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Bolivar blocks a head kick by Hill.
Hill lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Bolivar is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Hill rather than just go for the knockout. Hill uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Bolivar scores with a shot to the body.
Hill uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bolivar. Bolivar throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Hill looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Bolivar goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Bolivar misses with a body shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Jab from Bolivar. Hill takes a body punch but keeps moving. Hill waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bolivar. A nice side step and Bolivar releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Bolivar checks a leg kick. Bolivar is clearly looking to counter with head kicks. Hill throws a solid leg kick but Bolivar takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hill. Bolivar walks into a jab. Hill uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bolivar. Hill scores with a nice body kick.
Hill seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#T3# Bolivar misses with a wild body shot. Hill is looking to counter with head kicks. A looping hook to the body misses from Bolivar. Hill does a little dance to reset his feet. Hill misses with a body shot.
Hill scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL# Hill darts in and clinches Bolivar up against the cage. Hill tries to throw a body punch but Bolivar avoids it by throwing Hill back against the cage. A right handed body shot lands from Hill.
Hill can't find room to land a body shot as Bolivar controls the action.
Hill stalling in the clinch but Bolivar improves position. Bolivar misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Bolivar.
Bolivar pushes Hill back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Hill lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. A short right from Hill on the inside. Bolivar gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hill.
Hill holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Bolivar's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T4# Bolivar tries to throw a body punch but Hill avoids it by throwing Bolivar back against the cage. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Hill lands a hook to the side of the head. Bolivar tries a body shot but Hill blocks it.
Bolivar tries to throw a body punch but Hill avoids it by throwing Bolivar back against the cage. Bolivar is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. A left hand lands to the body for Bolivar.
Hill swings wildly with an uppercut but Bolivar uses good head movement to avoid it. A body shot lands from Bolivar.
Hill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hill blocks an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Bolivar. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Hill throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Hill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bolivar prevents a body shot from Hill. Bolivar lands a shoulder strike. Bolivar doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R2# Hill cracks Bolivar with a right hand to the side of the head. Hill is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bolivar can do to turn this around? A nice leg kick lands there from Hill. Hill avoids the head kick by Bolivar.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bolivar checks a leg kick. Bolivar works the jab nicely. Bolivar misses with a low kick. Hill looks for the body kick but Bolivar saw that one coming. Bolivar replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Hill blocks it well. Bolivar throws a body shot but no joy. Bolivar moves out of range as Hill throws a body kick.
Hill looks to land a body kick but Bolivar moved away. Bolivar works the jab nicely. Bolivar ducks under a wild hook from Hill. As Hill backs off Bolivar throws a huge counter combo but Hill manages to avoid it all. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bolivar scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Bolivar throws a body kick that misses. Bolivar lands with a nice body kick. Bolivar takes a body punch but keeps moving. 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! Hill dives in and grabs Bolivar's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bolivar pushes down on Hill's head and hops out. Bolivar plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T1# A jab from Hill does it's job there. Hill lands with a good body shot. Bolivar lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Hill lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Hill lands a slapping body shot.
Hill throws a lazy right hand but Bolivar sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Bolivar lets loose with a powerful body kick. Hill will feel that in the morning. Hill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bolivar.
#TD# Hill shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bolivar manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. 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! Hill throws an elbow that misses. Bolivar uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Hill's guard. Nice move by Bolivar!#REVB# Bolivar controls from within his opponent's guard. Pablo Bolivar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Hill looking for a sweep. Not yet Hill, not yet. Hill is working hard here to advance position.#T3# Bolivar is stalling in the full guard. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hill is on top in guard.
#REVR# Jericho Hill is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Hill looking to pass the guard. Hill wants to control from the top but Bolivar keeps moving. Hill is stalling in the full guard. #T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Hill stopping the sweep attempt from Bolivar. Bolivar throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Hill tries a low kick but Bolivar avoids it. Hill lets loose with a powerful body kick. Bolivar will feel that in the morning. Good leg kick by Hill there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Hill takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Hill just misses with a punch to the body.
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 Jericho Hill. Well Hill 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 20:18 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 20:18 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 20:18
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jericho Hill! Jericho Hill decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
EPL 11.5
Date: Dec 28, 2016 |
#R1##CL2# Hill moves into range and clinches up with Jung. Jung scores with an uppercut up the middle. A short left from Jung. Jung blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jung digs a right hand into Hill's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Hill's gas tank. Jung misses with a body punch.
A short uppercut from Hill. Hill tries to stall but Jung uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#TD# Jung wants the takedown. Hill is fighting it off but Jung persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Hill's guard against the cage. Jung not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Jung pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hill is keeping the position for now. Jung wants to control from the top but Hill keeps moving. Jung pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hill is keeping the position for now. Jung not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1# Jung has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Jung won't allow Hill to sweep him here. The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup. Hill keeping moving, preventing Jung from controlling successfully. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Jung throws a head kick that half lands.
Jung misses with an uppercut
and Hill counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Hill wants to land a leg kick but Jung is out of range. Jung throws a head kick that misses and Hill counters with a nice body kick.
Hill blocks a head kick by Jung.
Hill misses with an uppercut. Jung changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD# Hill gets caught napping as Jung dives in and scores a takedown. Hill manages to retain guard.#T2# Jung tries to free his leg and advance position but Hill is retaining full guard. Hill preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Jung trying to control but Hill is working from the bottom. Hill looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jung is one step ahead there. Jung trying to control the position from guard on top but Hill is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Jung with a flurry of punches that miss. Jung stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hill swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3# Hill tries to land a sweep but no joy. Hill trying to keep a closed guard but Jung is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Jung lands with an uppercut that bounces Hill off the cage and back into range. Hill displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jung. Sungwon Jung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2# Hill closes the distance and clinches. Jung throws a punch but it's blocked by Hill. A short right from Jung. Jung pushes Hill back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Jung lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hill or not. Jung working some nice short punches in the clinch. A nice right hand lands inside from Jung. Jung swings wildly with an uppercut but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. Jung throws a punch but it's blocked by Hill. #T4# Jung lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Jung. This has been an exciting period of action! Hill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Jung presses Hill against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. A nice right hand lands inside from Jung. #TD# Jung is trying to trip Hill. He has hold of a leg but Hill is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Jung persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Jung will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Jung trying to control the position from guard on top but Hill is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Hill being controlled here, momentarily. Jung stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hill swivels though and keeps the full guard. Hill keeping moving, preventing Jung from controlling successfully. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sungwon Jung dominated that round. That's time! Jung's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R2# A swing and a miss from Hill. Hill misses with a low kick.
Jung lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Hill throws a solid leg kick but Jung takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hill. Jung lands with a nice body kick. Jung keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hill. Jung changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Jung throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hill stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Jung is defended easily by Hill. Jung looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Hill does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill missing with a left hand there. Jung was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Jung tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hill sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jung somewhat.#TD# Jung fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Hill sprawls well initially but Jung persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T1# Hill is trying to get back to full guard. Jung seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hill does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Hill is pressing down on Jung's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Sungwon Jung overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Jung trying to control the position from guard on top but Hill is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Hill seems keen to control Jung's posture.#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Jung passes Hill's left leg - he's now in half guard. Jung wants to take a breather but Hill is having none of it. Jung throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Hill keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Hill is staying active underneath Jung, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Jung missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Jericho Hill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Jung trying to control from half guard but Hill is working away. Jung is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hill is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3# Hill doesn't manage to clinch there - Jung circles away.
Jung changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Jung moves out of range as Hill throws a body kick.
Jung appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Jung throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Jung looks to throw the jab but Hill is out of range. Hill throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jung. Jung fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hill manages to avoid it. Jung avoids a kick to the body.
Hill misses with a two punch combination.
Hill scores with a head kick. Jung tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT2# It looks like Sungwon Jung has been cut. Hill missing with a left hand there. Jung was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Jung attempts a counter takedown but Hill avoids it well and moves away. Hill dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jung. That did some damage! Hill takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hill tried to score with a low kick but Jung checks it. Jung scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hill doesn't seem bothered though. Hill misses with a body kick. Jung lands a high kick!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill looks for the body kick but Jung saw that one coming. #T4##TD# Jung shoots in and gets a takedown into Hill's guard. Hill 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. Jung trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Jung is working hard here to advance position. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jung accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Hill looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Jung cracks Hill with a solid left hand. Jung is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hill can do to turn this around? Hill looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jung is one step ahead there. Jung sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that's the end of the fight! Sungwon Jung showed his dominance in that final round. I think Jung 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 20:18 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 20:18 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 20:18
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sungwon Jung! In his post fight interview, Sungwon Jung gave a big smile as he said 'Tank you, tank you for coming.'.
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Event:
EPL 11.4
Date: Dec 21, 2016 |
#R1# Garcia throws a shot from downtown. Hill moves away and avoids it. Hill fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Hill has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. A nice leg kick lands there from Garcia. Hill throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Hill scores with a nice strike. Hill misses with an attempted mid kick.
Garcia takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hill. Garcia ducks under a wild hook from Hill. Hill throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. As Hill tries to get set, Garcia tries to push him back and clinch up but Hill manages to avoid the attempt. Hill bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Garcia's head. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Hill - that will leave a mark!
Garcia is breathing heavily. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2# Garcia tries to keep at a distance but Hill has taken the fight into the clinch. Garcia is leaning against Hill and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Hill lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Garcia backwards. We've been hearing reports that Garcia has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Still in the clinch, Hill scores with a nice short uppercut. Garcia tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1##BC2# Hill breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Garcia on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Garcia shoots in for a takedown but Hill shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Hill delivers a nice body kick. Nice body punch from Hill. Hill thuds his shin into the meat of Garcia's side. Hill bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Hill looks to land a body kick but Garcia moved away. Hill with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Garcia on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#KD2# Hill cracks Garcia with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Hill has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Garcia to stand back up!#ROC2# Garcia is rocked! 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! Garcia is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Hill doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Garcia crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Garcia's bad books for that mishap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jericho Hill! An out of breath Jericho Hill thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
EPL 11.3
Date: Dec 14, 2016 |
#R1# Hill scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Payakaroon looks winded! Payakaroon misses the jab. Payakaroon on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Jab by Hill. Payakaroon misses with a combination
and Hill counters with an inside leg kick. Hill with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hill. Payakaroon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A solid body kick from Hill. A cross from Hill lands. Payakaroon moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Hill uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Hill misses the shot to the body. Samart Payakaroon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Payakaroon lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Hill has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Hill and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Hill lands a leg kick that knocks Payakaroon off balance momentarily. Hill throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Hill throws a wild body kick that Payakaroon sees coming a mile off. Hill scores with a hook.#T1# Nice shot by Hill. Hill misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Hill. Hill lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Payakaroon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#KD# Hill lands a big head kick that sends Payakaroon tumbling to the mat! Hill takes a step backwards and waves Payakaroon back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC# Payakaroon is rocked! Payakaroon throws a right hand that misses
and Hill counters with a huge right that knocks Payakaroon out cold! Hill is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jericho Hill! During a confident post fight interview, Jericho Hill thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. The defeated Samart Payakaroon had this to say: 'It's been a great tournament. I have no regrets other than the regret I have in informing my opponent that his mom is waiting for me in the locker room! OH YEA BABY!!'.
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Event:
EPL 11.2
Date: Dec 07, 2016 |
#R1# Ozturk misses with a low kick. Hill keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Hill looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. Hill checks a leg kick. Hill misses with a low kick as Ozturk jumps back. Ozturk dodges the punch combination from Hill.
Ozturk cracks Hill with a good jab. Ozturk 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. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A jab from Hill misses. Hill lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T1# Hill takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A head kick misses from Ozturk. Hill takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hill scores with a nice right hand.
Ozturk takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Ozturk misses with a leg kick and Hill makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Ozturk really felt that one!#CL# Hill forces Ozturk back against the cage and clinches. Hill struggles to land a body shot inside as Ozturk controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Ozturk - that landed with a thud.
Hill misses with the head strike.
Hill avoids a wild elbow strike from Ozturk.#T2# A battle for position here, against the cage. Ozturk blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ozturk scores with a shoulder strike. Ozturk tries to throw a body punch but Hill avoids it by throwing Ozturk back against the cage. Hill definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nice elbow from Ozturk. Hill goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ozturk lands an elbow that stopped Hill in his tracks for a moment. Hill stalling against the cage.
Ozturk lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Ozturk lands a body punch. Hill takes an elbow to the temple. A head punch on the inside from Hill fails to land. Hill tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ozturk's elbow. Hill tries to throw a body punch but Ozturk avoids it by throwing Hill back against the cage. Ozturk lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Ozturk lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hill or not. Hill is breathing heavily. A nice glancing elbow lands by Ozturk. Ozturk comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Hill blocks an elbow strike.#T3# With the two fighters working up against the cage, Ozturk just misses with a elbow thrown towards Hill's brow. Ozturk lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ozturk lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ozturk digs a right hand underneath Hill's ribcage. Hill let out a lung full of air as it connected. Ozturk tries to work over Hill's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ozturk misses with a punch to the body.
Ozturk throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hills head. Hill fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ozturk scores with an uppercut up the middle. Hill working aggressively here.
Ozturk tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ozturk lands a nice shot to the body. Ozturk lands a shoulder strike. A short left from Ozturk. Hill dodges an elbow strike from Ozturk.
Ozturk is pushing Hill up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. Ozturk working some nice short punches in the clinch. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ozturk lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T4# Ozturk prevents a body shot from Hill. Ozturk misses with a hook from the clinch. Hill swings wildly with an uppercut but Ozturk uses good head movement to avoid it. Ozturk fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Ozturk fails to land. #BC2# Ozturk escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hill thows a leg kick but Ozturk checks it and Ozturk counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Ozturk lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Hadi Ozturk seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ozturk throws a half hearted mid kick. Hill appears to be looking for a big counter. Ozturk throws a front kick aimed at Hill's knee but Hill avoids it well. Hill throws a wild body kick that Ozturk sees coming a mile off. Ozturk slips a straight right by Hill. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hadi Ozturk dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R2# Hill checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Hill throws a head kick that misses. Hill does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. A jab lands there for Hill.#CL# Hill closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Hill misses with a punch to the body.
Hill swings wildly with an uppercut but Ozturk uses good head movement to avoid it. Ozturk doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ozturk goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hill blocking some punches.
Hill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hill lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hill misses with a short punch on the inside. Ozturk tries a body shot but Hill blocks it.
Hadi Ozturk seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T1# Ozturk tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2# Ozturk manages to break the clinch.
Ozturk has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Ozturk uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hill. Hill moves out of range of the leg kick from Ozturk. Hill scores with a push kick. Hill throws a chopping leg kick but Ozturk manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Ozturk tests Hill's chin there with a solid looking shot. Hill avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#CL# Hill has managed to clinch.
Ozturk misses with a punch to the body.
#T2# Ozturk lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hill. Ozturk lands with a right to the head. With the two fighters working up against the cage, Ozturk just misses with a elbow thrown towards Hill's brow. Hill doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ozturk misses with a punch to the body.
Hill lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ozturk backwards. Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hill goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ozturk goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. Ozturk lands with a short punch from the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill misses with the head strike.
Ozturk tries to throw a body punch but Hill avoids it by throwing Ozturk back against the cage. Ozturk cracks Hill with a nice body shot. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Ozturk lands with a left to the head. Jericho Hill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Hill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hill taking a breather. Ozturk lands a shoulder strike. Hill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T3# Hill gets through Ozturk's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. #BC2# Ozturk breaks the clinch.
Hadi Ozturk seems to be getting the better of the standup. Ozturk stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Hill ducks under a wild hook from Ozturk. Ozturk chopping away at his opponent's legs.
An inside leg kick from Hill misses. Hill takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Ozturk misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hill.
Ozturk fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Hill checks it well. #T4# Hill throws a wild body kick that Ozturk sees coming a mile off. Ozturk is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hill with a body shot. Ozturk is looking to slow Hill down with leg kicks. Good work by Hill as he checks the leg kick. Ozturk tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Hill is able to avoid easily. Ozturk throws a low kick but Hill moves out of range easily. A little feinted left hand from Hill on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Hill tries to clinch but Ozturk moves away and Ozturk counters with an outside leg kick.
Ozturk thows a leg kick but Hill checks it #TD# and Hill counters with a nice double leg into guard. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ozturk wants to control but Hill passes easily into half guard.
Ozturk avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Hill.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Hadi Ozturk. I think Ozturk 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 18:20 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 18:20 Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 18:20
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hadi Ozturk! Hadi Ozturk decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
EPL 11.1
Date: Nov 30, 2016 |
#R1# Nice cross by Hill. Hill lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Tyson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hill. A swing and a miss from Hill. Hill tries to clinch up. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hill, right into the meat.
#CL# Hill closes the distance and pushes Tyson back into the cage. Hill's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Hill is looking to control Tyson's arms but Tyson gets an underhook and turns him. Now Hill has his back to the cage. Hill lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tyson backwards. Tyson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#BC# Hill breaks the clinch.
#KD2# Tyson feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Hill sprawling to the canvas! Hill rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Tyson finish him?!
#CUT2# It looks like Jericho Hill has been cut. This has been an exciting period of action! Hill looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hill avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Hill moves away from the strike by Tyson. Hill misses with a wild combination.
Tyson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T1# A good leg kick by Hill. Hill seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Hill slips under a jab from Tyson. Hill swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Hill tries to land a front kick but Tyson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Tyson misses with a straight left. Tyson moves out of range of the strikes. Nice defenses there by Hill. Hill throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Hill thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tyson if he has to take too many more of those.
Tyson misses with a leg kick. Hill blocks a head kick by Tyson.
Tyson throws a predictable looking body shot
and Hill counters with a good low kick that Tyson was not able to check. Hill lands a leg kick that knocks Tyson off balance momentarily. Mike Tyson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Hill tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tyson was well out of range. Poor timing from Hill. Jericho Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hill tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tyson swats him away and circles back towards the center. Tyson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hill circles away quickly and effectively. Tyson swings for the body but Hill moves out of range.
#T2##CL# Hill closes the distance and clinches. Hill lands with a light punch inside. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Tyson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
#BC2# Tyson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Tyson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Hill scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Hill misses with a low kick.
Tyson looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tyson tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. A big right from Hill misses. Tyson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Tyson misses with a looping left. Hill lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Hill throws a hook but Tyson avoids it easily. A jab from Hill finds it's way through Tyson's defenses. Hill scores with a nice right hand.
#T3# Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Hill.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Tyson crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Hill - the referee stops the clock and Tyson gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Hill. Tyson manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Tyson misses with a right hand and Hill counters with a low kick, right behind Tyson 's knee. Tyson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Tyson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hill. Hill obviously looking to wear him down.
Hill getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CL# Hill drives through and clinches with Tyson against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. A right hook to the body lands for Tyson.
Hill lands with a right to the head. Hill misses with a punch on the inside.
Hill swings wildly with an uppercut but Tyson uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2# Tyson manages to break the clinch.
Tyson lands with a kick to the temple. Hill shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill throws out a loose jab but Tyson uses good head movement to avoid it. Tyson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hill. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Hill. Tyson shrugs it off though. #T4# A slapping leg kick lands for Tyson.
Crunch! Hill slams his shin into Tyson's torso. Hill moves out of range of the strikes. Tyson darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Tyson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hill to score with a decent uppercut. Hill is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. A slow jab from Tyson misses its intended target. Hill tries to land a body kick and Tyson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL# Hill fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tyson, pushing him back against the cage. Tyson gets through Hill's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Tyson looking to stall.
Tyson takes an elbow to the temple. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Hill throws a head punch that misses. Hill lands a shot to the body. Tyson misses with a punch on the inside.
Hill doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill dominated that round. The cut man is working on Jericho Hill's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R2# Hill connects with a high kick. Hill avoids the body shot from Tyson.
Hill tries to counter with a takedown but Tyson is quick to defend against it. Tyson misses with a body shot
and Hill counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Hill pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Hill walks into a left hand. Hill scores with a body shot.
Hill looks to score with a jab to the body but Tyson is just out of range. Tyson lands a body shot.
Hill checks a leg kick. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Hill - that will leave a mark!
Hill steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tyson. A telegraphed right hand from Hill misses the target. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tyson! But no joy. Hill throws a low kick, looking for Tyson's leg but Tyson calmly moves out of range. Tyson throws a lazy head kick #TD# and Hill counters with a single leg into guard. Tyson didn't expect that. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tyson wants to stand up but Hill is controlling him. #T1# Tyson wants to improve his position but instead Hill has moved into half guard.
Tyson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Tyson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hill. Hill throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Tyson trying to control but Hill postures up.
Hill is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tyson can do to turn this around? Hill throwing shots but Tyson is blocking nicely. Mike Tyson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Hill throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Tyson to regain full guard. Hill 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. Tyson pulls Hill in close to prevent any damage. Hill lands a couple of decent looking shots. Hill landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2# Tyson is looking for a triangle but Hill pushes his legs off easily.
Tyson looking for a sweep. Not yet Tyson, not yet. #T3# Tyson wants to control but Hill passes easily into half guard.
Hill is trying to control. Tyson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Tyson is pressing down on Hill's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Hill is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Tyson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jericho Hill is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Tyson controlling the position.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Hill fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tyson. Tyson walks into a stiff left hand from Hill. Sloppy strikes from Tyson. Those never looked like landing. Hill misses with a looping left.#T4# A chopping leg kick lands by Hill. Tyson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hill lets loose with a powerful body kick. Tyson will feel that in the morning. Hill lands with a right hand. Hill throws a nice outside leg kick. Hill uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tyson. Hill misses with a series of wild punches.
Hill scores with a nice head shot. This has been an exciting period of action! Hill pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tyson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hill can pounce on him.
Tyson swats away the attempt to clinch by Hill. Hill looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
And that's the end of the fight! Jericho Hill showed his dominance in that final round. Well Hill 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 20:18 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 20:18 Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 20:18
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jericho Hill! Jericho Hill decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Syn 480 - Rocker vs Hale
Date: Oct 30, 2016 |
#R1# Hill bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kukko's head backwards.#CL2# Hill clinches with his opponent.
Hill throws a head punch that misses. Hill swings wildly with an uppercut but Kukko uses good head movement to avoid it. Kukko wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC# Kukko breaks the clinch.
Kukko throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hill stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Hill misses with a looping left. Hill tests Kukko's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL2# Hill clinches. Kukko leaning his opponent against the cage. Hill works on Kukko's body with a couple of short punches. Hill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hill lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #TD# Kukko gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Hill regains guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kukko trying to control the position from guard on top but Hill is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hill is on top in guard.
#REVB##T1# Hill being controlled here momentarily. Hill is working Kukko over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Hill landing some decent shots from guard. Hill postures up and lands a big shot to Kukko's brow. Hill postures up in Kukko's guard and throws a big left but Kukko blocks it. Kukko trying to control the position.
Kukko keeping full guard, as Hill tries to pass. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hill accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2# Kukko looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hill is one step ahead there. Hill throws a big right hand that misses. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kukko is on top in guard.
#REVR# Hill avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Kukko in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Kukko tries to free his leg and advance position but Hill is retaining full guard. Kukko scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Kukko trying to control the position from guard on top but Hill is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Kukko landing some decent shots from guard. #T3# Kukko stopping the sweep attempt from Hill. Hill keeps trying to improve his position. Kukko wants to control from the top but Hill keeps moving. Kukko seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. Hill utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Hill utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. We've been hearing that Kukko has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish. Kukko 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. Hill wants to sweep here but Kukko controlling him for the moment. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Kukko trying to control but Hill is working from the bottom. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Kukko bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hill's head. A cross from Hill lands. Hill misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kukko.
Hill misses with an uppercut. Hill bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kukko's head. Hill has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Hill bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick. Kukko swings for the body but Hill moves out of range.
Kukko tries to clinch but Hill moves out of range. Kukko lands with a thumping leg kick.
Hill defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kukko. Kukko looks to score with a jab to the body but Hill is just out of range. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill dominated that 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. #R2# Kukko has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kukko there as he acknowledges the shot. Hill lands a jab to the nose. Kukko moves in looking to clinch but Hill pushes him off.#TD# Kukko looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Hill tries to roll over but Kukko keeps him under control. Kukko wants to free his trapped foot but Hill is holding on for dear life with his legs. Hill is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kukko's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kukko's back!#T1# I really don't envy Kukko right now.
Kukko staying busy and making it hard for Hill to control. Hill controlling well, preventing Kukko from escaping the position.
Kukko is working hard here to advance position. Hill has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Kukko turns into Hill and is now in his guard.
Kukko trying to control but Hill is working from the bottom. Hill tries to land a sweep but no joy. Kukko trying to control the position from guard on top but Hill is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Rokki Kukko overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Kukko looking to sit in guard and control but Hill gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T2# Hill postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Kukko is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Hill trying to control but Kukko is working from the bottom. Hill postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Kukko looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hill puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. Kukko works his way to full guard. Good work. Kukko pulls Hill in close to prevent any damage. Kukko trying to keep a closed guard but Hill is proving a slippery customer.
#T3# Kukko looking for a sweep. Not yet Kukko, not yet. Kukko has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hill has passed into side control.
The ground and pound from Hill seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. Hill looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Kukko is avoiding damage well.
Hill in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. Kukko is looking for a sweep. Kukko sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T4# Hill throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Hill thows a huge punch but Kukko dodges it nicely.
Kukko gets back to full guard.
Kukko has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hill has passed into side control.
Kukko tries to improve position but can't. Kukko is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hill's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Hill prevents Kukko from improving his position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Kukko taking some punishment here, with Hill in his half guard. Kukko slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R3# Hill paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. An inside leg kick lands from Hill. Hill scores with a shot to the body.
Hill tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kukko paws at him with a jab and circles away. Hill throws a body shot but no joy. A slapping body kick lands there for Hill. Kukko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hill throws out the jab. Hill throws a quick inside leg kick. Kukko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hill swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kukko.#CL# Kukko takes the fight into the clinch. Kukko has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hill avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Kukko's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Hill lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Hill misses with some punches.
The referee calls for Kukko to work.
#T1# Kukko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kukko wants to take the fight to the mat but Hill manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Hill lands with a short head shot on the inside. Hill lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hill tries to throw a body punch but Kukko avoids it by throwing Hill back against the cage. #TD# Kukko jumps guard and drags Hill to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Hill won't allow Kukko to sweep him here. Kukko working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hill. Hill wants to control from the top but Kukko keeps moving. Hill chips away with some ground and pound. Kukko trying to control the position.
Kukko looking for a sweep. Not yet Kukko, not yet. #T2# Hill throws a big elbow that misses. Hill trying to control the position from guard on top but Kukko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Kukko trying to control the position.
Hill trying to control the position from guard on top but Kukko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Hill postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Hill looking to pass the guard. Hill preventing the sweep. Hill controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Hill stands up over Kukko, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T3# Hill scoring with punches to the head and body. Kukko trying to control the position.
Hill in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Jericho Hill is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Hill throwing strikes but missing. Hill working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Hill advances to half guard. Hill perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Hill trying to control the action but Kukko is working from the bottom. #T4# Hill trying to control the pace. Kukko is looking for a sweep. Hill is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Rokki Kukko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Kukko trying to control from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Hill is controlling the pace.
#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Kukko tries to move into range but Hill moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
And that's the end of the fight! Jericho Hill comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Hill 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30 Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jericho Hill! Our winner, Jericho Hill, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Syn 476 - Helix vs Donnelly
Date: Oct 09, 2016 |
#R1# Hill avoids the head kick by Julio.
Julio throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD# Hill scores with a takedown into Julio's guard. We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake. Hill controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Hill throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Julio works some decent striking defense from the bottom. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill looking to pass the guard. Julio wants to stand but Hill is controlling the position. #T1# Hill postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Hill throws an elbow that misses. Julio uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Hill's guard. Nice move by Julio!#REVB# Hill is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SU2# Julio stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Julio throws a sloppy head kick and Hill moves out of range easily. Hill half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Julio lands a glancing blow to the side of Hill's head. Julio moves away from the strike by Hill. Hill shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Julio defends it nicely. Julio looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Hill ducks under a wild hook from Julio. Hill takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Hill ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Hill looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Hill goes for a double leg but Julio avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Julio continues to drive forward. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Julio! But no joy. Hill looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Julio is fending him off so far but Hill persists. Nope, Julio circles away and we're back to standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jericho Hill. That's going to take a lot out of him. Hill chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Julio can pounce on him.
#T3##TD# Hill shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Julio is trying to defend but Hill finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Julio pushes Hill off looking to stand but Hill dives back in and keeps control.
Julio has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it. Hill wants to take a breather but Julio is having none of it. Hill thows a huge punch but Julio dodges it nicely.
Hill controlling the action here. Hill is looking to take a break and control but Julio is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4##ES2# Julio kicks Hill off and gets back to his feet. Hill closes this distance looking for a takedown but Julio circles away. Julio throws an off balance right hand
and Hill counters with a lovely straight right hand! Julio misses with a head kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Julio - that will leave a mark!
#TD# Hill fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Julio to the ground. Hill is now in Julio's guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill prevents Julio from getting back to his feet. Julio is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first. Hill's corner is telling him to maintain position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Don Julio 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##TD# Hill shoots in and bounces Julio off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Hill trying to control the position from guard on top but Julio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Hill throws a big elbow that misses. Julio utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES2# Julio uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Hill shoots for a takedown but Julio saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Hill drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T1# Hill fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Julio looks like he wants to counter punch here. Hill shoots and misses and Julio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jericho Hill. That's going to take a lot out of him. Hill shoots in for a takedown but Julio shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Don Julio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Julio lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Hill has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hill there as he acknowledges the shot. Julio misses with a hook. Hill ducked under it nicely. No luck for Hill with that takedown attempt. Julio cracks Hill with a right hand to the side of the head. Julio misses with an uppercut. Julio tries to bum rush Hill with a series of wild strikes but Hill uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T2# Julio lands a front kick. Hill fails with the takedown and Julio counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Hill shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Hill is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD# Hill shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Hill won't allow Julio to get back to his feet. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Julio keeping moving, preventing Hill from controlling successfully. Hill throws a strike but Julio rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# Hill pulls Julio in to control the position. #T3# Julio would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. Hill wants to sweep here but Julio controlling him for the moment. Julio is fighting to break Hill's control of his arms but Hill is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Julio trying to stand up but can't free himself from Hill's guard.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Julio throws a sloppy head kick and Hill moves out of range easily. Hill feints and then cracks Julio's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Julio down. Hill is trying hard to land a takedown here. Julio sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Hill shoots in for a double leg but Julio sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Julio has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Hill looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Hill shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Julio as he jumps to the side. Hill avoids the body shot from Julio.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Don Julio showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Hill's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round! #R3# Hill darts in looking for a takedown but Julio gets double underhooks and turns Hill into the cage. Nice sprawl there from Julio as Hill shoots in. Julio stuffs the takedown attempt from Hill. Hill gets slowly back to his feet. Julio throws out a counter right but Hill avoids it with no problem. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jericho Hill. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# Hill manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Julio on his heels. He'll look to pass Julio's guard now, I'm sure. Hill won't allow Julio to get back to his feet. #ES2# Julio scrambles and gets back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Julio throws a head kick that misses. Hill slips under a jab. Hill throws a quick counter kick to the body but Julio avoids it. Jericho Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hill with a lazy takedown attempt and Julio counters with a straight right hand. Julio lands a jab to the nose.#T1##TD# Hill 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. Julio wants to stand up but Hill is controlling him. Julio keeping moving, preventing Hill from controlling successfully. Hill is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2# Hill is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Hill working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Nice takedown defense from Julio. No joy for Hill on that attempt. Hill throws a leg kick but Julio sees it coming and checks it nicely. Jericho Hill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Hill tries for a takedown but Julio circles away easily and Julio counters with a big head kick but Hill shrugs it off. Hill gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Julio. Hill will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T3# Julio throws a body shot but no joy. Hill moves forwards but Julio connects with a nice, crisp jab. Hill dives in and grabs Julio's left leg, looking for a takedown. Julio pushes down on Hill's head and hops out. Julio stuffs the takedown attempt from Hill. Hill gets slowly back to his feet. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Hill tries to score a power double leg takedown but Julio sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hill somewhat. Julio delivers a nice body kick.#T4# Julio pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Hill shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Julio counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Julio lands a head kick!
Hill fails with a takedown attempt.#TD# Hill shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Julio napping and manages to drive through into side control! This has been an exciting period of action! Julio tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
And that's the end of the fight! Don Julio comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Julio 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Don Julio! An out of breath and clearly excited Don Julio thanked Alpha-Male Nutritional Supplements Q160/$225 for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
Syn 469 - Slinga vs Gymer
Date: Sep 07, 2016 |
#R1# Hill pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nice cross by Hill. Ridgway scores with a body shot.
Ridgway fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Ridgway throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ridgway misses the shot to the body. A little feinted left hand from Hill on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. That kick from Ridgway tenderised Hill's leg. Hill is trying to keep his angry face on. Ridgway takes a kick to the side of the head. Hill ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ridgway moves away. Hill connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Ridgway misses with a body kick. Ridgway ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Ridgway defending well as Hill loads up on a big left hand. Ridgway scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hill lands a jab to the head.
Hill is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Ridgway bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Ridgway throws a quick inside leg kick. Hill blocks the body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Hill misses the target.#T1# Hill looks to land a right hand but Ridgway moved out of range. Gary Ridgway seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ridgway takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Ridgway lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Ridgway throws a nice inside leg kick. Hill jabbing away but nothing is landing. Hill throws a jab when Ridgway was well out of range. Ridgway walks into a jab. Hill pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Hill staying out of range there. Ridgway tries to move into range but Hill moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Jericho Hill is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. A slapping leg kick lands for Ridgway.
Hill uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ridgway. Ridgway misses with a lunging right hand
and Hill counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Hill just misses with a punch to the body.
Hill stuffs the takedown attempt from Ridgway. Ridgway gets slowly back to his feet. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ridgway moves out of range as Hill strikes. Ridgway throws out a counter right but Hill avoids it with no problem. Ridgway misses with a head kick.
#T2# Ridgway throws a leg kick and Hill cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. A left and a right from Hill both land. Nice combination. Hill fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ridgway has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Hill checks a leg kick. Ridgway slips a jab from Hill. Ridgway looks for the body kick but Hill saw that one coming. Hill blocks the body kick.
Hill fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ridgway manages to avoid it. Ridgway jabs Hill to the body, keeping him at a distance. Hill throws a hook to the side of Ridgway's head but Ridgway sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Ridgway steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Hill. That one must have hurt. Ridgway misses with a straight left. Hill checks a leg kick. Hill misses with a looping right. Hill fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Hill misses with a right hand and Hill takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Hill dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ridgway. That did some damage!#T3# Hill avoids a kick to the body.
Ridgway slips under a jab. Ridgway scores with a leg kick.
Hill is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. A low kick from Ridgway misses and Hill counters with a nice uppercut. Ridgway explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. Ridgway throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Hill avoids the head kick by Ridgway.
Ridgway on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Ridgway gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hill. Ridgway takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A big right from Hill misses. Ridgway looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Ridgway misses with an uppercut
and Hill counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Hill looks to land a body kick but Ridgway moved away. Ridgway flicks out a counter leg kick but Hill steps away. Hill cracks Ridgway with a good jab. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ridgway misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hill.
Ridgway tries for a takedown but Hill circles away easily and Hill counters with a stiff right hand. #T4# Ridgway goes for a high kick. It partially lands. Hill scores with a leg kick.
Hill blocks the body kick.
It looked like Hill wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Ridgway misses with a low kick.
Hill checks the leg kick nicely there.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hill. Ridgway misses with a leg kick and Hill counters with a nice leg kick. Jab, jab by Hill - just one landing. Ridgway shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Hill misses with a jab to the body
and Ridgway counters with a nice body kick.
Hill looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Crunch! Ridgway slams his shin into Hill's torso. Ridgway scores with a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Ridgway throws a nice inside leg kick. Hill takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Hill throws a nice inside leg kick. Hill scores with a jab. Ridgway acknowledges it with a nod of the head. 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 Jericho Hill will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Ridgway lands a leg kick that knocks Hill off balance momentarily. Hill tests Ridgway's chin there with a solid looking shot. Hill is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Hill misses with a looping left.#TD2# Ridgway looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Hill controls Ridgway momentarily but Ridgway frees himself. Ridgway loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Ridgway missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Hill keeping moving, preventing Ridgway from controlling successfully. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Hill looking for a guillotine here but Ridgway defends easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Hill's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today. Ridgway working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1# Ridgway scoring with some ground and pound. Hill wants to sweep but no luck. Hill is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Ridgway cracks Hill with a solid left hand. Hill lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Ridgway controls Hill momentarily but Hill frees himself. Hill wants to control from the top but Ridgway keeps moving. Ridgway trying to control the position.
Hill wants to control from the top but Ridgway keeps moving. #T2##SUB2# Hill avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Hill trying to control the position from guard on top but Ridgway is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Ridgway has control of Hill's left arm, preventing Hill from doing any damage. Hill is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2# Ridgway working for a triangle but Hill defends it easily.
Ridgway has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Ridgway is trying to hold Hill in close to prevent damage but Hill has managed to pass into half guard.
#T3# Ridgway is not content to let Hill control the position. Ridgway moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Hill trying to control but Ridgway is working from the bottom. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hill accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Ridgway controls Hill momentarily but Hill frees himself. Ridgway keeping moving, preventing Hill from controlling successfully. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Ridgway wants to sweep but no luck. Ridgway working a defensive guard here.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Nice takedown defense from Hill. No joy for Ridgway on that attempt. Hill misses with a looping right. Ridgway lands with a nice body punch. Ridgway lands a nice looking body shot.
Ridgway bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Ridgway throws out a counter right but Hill avoids it with no problem. Ridgway tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hill was well out of range. Poor timing from Ridgway. Ridgway throws a head kick that misses and Hill counters with a lovely straight right hand! Hill is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Hill throws an overhand right that lands on Ridgway's shoulder, as Ridgway tries to avoid the shot. And Ridgway responds with a good body kick, but Hill manages to step out the way in time. Ridgway misses with a looping left. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! That kick from Ridgway tenderised Hill's leg. Hill is trying to keep his angry face on. Ridgway misses with a looping left. It looked like Hill wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Hill throws a hook to the side of Ridgway's head but Ridgway sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Ridgway defending well as Hill loads up on a big left hand. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gary Ridgway showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round! #R3# Hill throws a big shot that misses. Hill's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result. Hill keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ridgway is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent. A punch combination from Ridgway misses. Nice body punch from Ridgway. Ridgway ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Ridgway looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Hill takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hill misses with a looping left. Hill throws a head kick but Ridgway moves out of range.
Ridgway will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Hill throws the left hand but Ridgway avoids the punch easily. Ridgway is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hill with a body shot. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ridgway throws a nice outside leg kick. Hill lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #TD2# Ridgway shoots in and bounces Hill off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. This has been an exciting period of action! Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ridgway's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T1# Ridgway 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. Ridgway won't allow Hill to sweep him here. Ridgway trying to control the position from guard on top but Hill is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Ridgway passes Hill's left leg - he's now in half guard. Hill is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Hill has hold of Ridgway's hands but Ridgway slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Ridgway stalling away here and it's allowed Hill to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. Ridgway is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T2# Ridgway wants to control from the top but Hill keeps moving. Ridgway connects with a couple of short punches. Ridgway trying to control the position from guard on top but Hill is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Hill controls Ridgway momentarily but Ridgway frees himself. Ridgway pushing down on Hill's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Ridgway throws a strike but Hill avoids it easily and moves to full guard. Ridgway stands and throws Hill's legs to the side, diving into side control. Hill manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ridgway's best efforts. Ridgway prevents Hill from improving his position. Ridgway is nestled in close to Hill, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T3# Ridgway lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2# Ridgway is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hill defends it well. Hill regains full guard. Nicely done. Hill wants to sweep but no luck. Ridgway throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hill works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Hill 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# Ridgway is looking to control Hill's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ridgway avoid being mounted?#SUB2# Ridgway looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Hill pushes past his half guard into mount! Ridgway is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T4# Hill controlling the position easily from mount. Ridgway keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hill landing punches. Hill pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage. Hill looking to control but Ridgway is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Ridgway really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Gary Ridgway. I think Ridgway 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29 Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29 Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gary Ridgway! A victorious Gary Ridgway thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Syn 460 - Gymer vs. Borschev
Date: Aug 01, 2016 |
#R1# A big right from Saming misses. Hill misses with a straight left. A looping hook to the body misses from Hill. Saming does a little dance to reset his feet. Saming misses with a body kick. Hill cracks Saming with a good jab. Saming blocks the body kick.
Hill uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Saming. Saming throws a looping overhand right but Hill ducks down to avoid it. Hill was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Saming misses with an attempted mid kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill throws a body kick, spinning off balance and Saming counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Hill swings widly with a right hand
and Saming counters with a nice kick to the body. Hill takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Saming looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hill lands a really nice looking cross but Saming seems unphased.
#CUT# It looks like Sud Saming has been cut.#T1# Saming moves away from the strike by Hill. Hill throws a hook to the side of Saming's head but Saming sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Saming wants to land a leg kick but Hill is out of range. Saming uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hill. Saming with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Hill throws a right hand that misses
and Saming counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Hill definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Saming lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Hill misses with a jab, cross combination.
Good leg kick by Hill there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Saming looks to land a right hand but Hill moved out of range. Hill swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Hill swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hill misses the jab.#T2# Saming feints and then cracks Hill's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hill down. Jericho Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hill tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Good exchange - Hill coming out on top. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Saming uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hill. Saming lands a high kick!
Hill blocks the body kick.
Saming avoids a kick to the body.
Hill slips under a jab. Hill staying out of range there. Hill looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Saming replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Hill blocks it well. Saming misses with a kick to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Hill on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Saming pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3# Saming takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Saming fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Hill walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. A jab from Hill misses. A countering left hand to the body from Saming misses. Good standup being displayed there by Saming as he connects with a hook.#KD# Saming ducks straight into an uppercut from Hill and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Saming manages to regain guard straight away.
#ROC# Saming is rocked! This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill works over Saming with some ground and pound from guard. Saming is still in real trouble! Can Hill finish him? Saming keeping moving, preventing Hill from controlling successfully. Saming is pulling down on Hill's head to control his posture. Hill throws a strike but Saming rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# Hill bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Saming's guard. #REVR# Saming seems to have recovered his senses. Hill content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T4# Hill's corner is telling him to maintain position. Hill throwing strikes but missing. Saming utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Hill postures up in Saming's guard and throws a big left but Saming blocks it. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Hill wants to control from the top but Saming keeps moving. Hill trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Hill throws a strike but Saming rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# Hill is looking to sweep but instead, Saming has passed into half guard.
Saming wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hill keeps working. Saming moves into full mount! Hill won't be happy about that! 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 Jericho Hill will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Sud Saming's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Hill misses with a straight right. Saming dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hill. That did some damage! Saming misses with a leg kick and Hill counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Nice body punch from Saming. Hill throws a lazy uppercut
and Saming counters with a straight right hand. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Hill checks a leg kick. Hill throws a left and a right that both miss
and Saming makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Hill really felt that one! Hill misses with a hook
and Saming counters with a nice uppercut. Saming lands a right hook to the body.
Saming looks to land a right hand but Hill moved out of range. Hill throws a low kick but Saming moves out of range easily. Good exchange - Saming coming out on top. This has been an exciting period of action! Hill throws a right hand that misses
and Saming counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1# Saming uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. A low kick from Hill is predictable there and Saming connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Sud Saming seems to be getting the better of the standup. Saming uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hill. Jab by Saming. Hill misses with a right hand #KD2# and Saming counters with a nice right hand that sends Hill toppling to the canvas! Hill scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Saming finish him?!#ROC2# Hill is rocked! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A nice leg kick lands there from Saming. Oh Hill is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Hill throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Saming sees it coming and avoids it easily. Hill seems to have got his legs back now. Hill misses with a looping left. Hill takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Saming steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hill. Saming is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hill with a body shot. Hill on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#T2# Hill misses with an uppercut
and Saming counters with a straight right hand. Saming lands a nice looking kick to the body. Hill takes a step back to recover. Hill has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Saming. Saming thuds his shin into the meat of Hill's side. Hill thows a left - swing and a miss! Hill on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Saming. Saming obviously looking to wear him down.
Hill is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Saming avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Hill fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Saming on the side of the head. Saming scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Saming tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Hill is able to avoid easily. Saming jabs at Hill's body.#T3# Saming ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Hill checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Hill displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Saming throws out the jab. Hill misses the jab. Hill misses with a straight right. Hill tries a head kick but it misses.
Saming now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Saming slips a straight right by Hill. Saming smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Saming throws a leg kick and Hill counters with a stiff right hand. Hill throws a jab but it's blocked by Saming. Saming lands a front kick.#T4# Saming connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Saming fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Hill has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Saming dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hill. That did some damage! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Saming rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Saming takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Saming tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Hill throws out a loose jab but Saming uses good head movement to avoid it. Saming appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Hill's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Saming connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Hill scrambles back to his feet. Saming scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Saming misses with a body kick. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Saming scores with a spinning back kick! Saming lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Saming misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hill.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sud Saming showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Sud Saming'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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3# A big right from Saming misses. Saming has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Hill misses with a looping left. Hill tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Hill thows a left - swing and a miss! Saming is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Saming lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Saming checks a leg kick. Saming thumps Hill with a low kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill clobbers Saming with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Saming takes a swing at Hill's ribcage but misses. A little feinted left hand from Hill on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Hill looks to land a right hand but Saming moved out of range. Saming is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hill with a body shot. A looping hook to the body misses from Saming. Hill does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1# Saming with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Saming takes a swing at Hill's ribcage but misses. A left lands for Saming. Saming moves away from the strike by Hill. The crowd cheers as Hill lands an impressive looking overhand right. Saming doesn't seem phased though. Hill takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Saming throws a lazy right hand but Hill sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Saming ducks under a wild hook from Hill. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Saming. Hill misses with an uppercut. Hill on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#T2# Saming changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Hill displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Saming throws out the jab. A looping hook to the body misses from Saming. Hill does a little dance to reset his feet. Hill misses with an attempted mid kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Hill crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Saming - the referee stops the clock and Hill gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Saming. Hill manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hill's jab looks to have found its range, popping Saming under the eye. Hill throws a right hand that misses
letting Saming counter with a right hand. Saming throws a right hand that misses
and Hill counters with a nice uppercut. Saming dips to his left and cracks Hill with an uppercut! Hill misses with a hook
and Saming counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Hill's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result. Saming avoids a kick to the body.
Hill throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T3# Hill throws a lazy uppercut
and Hill takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Saming throws a big shot that misses. Nice uppercut there from Hill. The fighters circling - Hill throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Saming bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hill's head. Saming ducks under a wild hook from Hill. Hill throws a poor cross that misses
and Saming counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Saming blocks a head kick by Hill.
The crowd cheers as Hill lands an impressive looking overhand right. Saming doesn't seem phased though. Saming throws a nice inside leg kick. Hill looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Hill throws a lazy uppercut
and Saming counters with a nice uppercut. #T4##KD2# Saming cracks Hill with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Saming has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Hill to stand back up! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Saming throws a hook but Hill avoids it easily. Saming gets off balance looking for a body kick and Hill counters with a nice leg kick. Hill throws a body kick that misses enabling Saming to counter with a crisp jab. Saming fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Hill checks it well. #KD2# Saming feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Hill sprawling to the canvas! Hill rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Saming finish him?!
Saming swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Saming takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Hill throws a big shot that misses. Hill looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Saming fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hill looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
And that's the end of the fight! Sud Saming comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Saming 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29 Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29 Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sud Saming! An out of breath Sud Saming thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Syn 454 - Independence
Date: Jul 05, 2016 |
#R1# Hill tries a head kick but it misses.
Hill tests Tights's chin there with a solid looking shot. Hill throws a head kick but Tights moves out of range.
Tights blocks a head kick by Hill.
Tights moves out of range of the body kick from Hill.
Tights is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL2# Tights closes the distance and clinches. Tights misses with a punch to the body.
Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Tights.
Tights doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tights lands an uppercut. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tights. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill misses with the head strike.
Tights comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. A nice right hand lands inside from Hill. Hill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tights working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. This has been an exciting period of action! Tights throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Hill throws a head punch that misses. #T1# Tights pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage. Hill lands with a light punch inside. We've been informed that Tights has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Hill misses with some punches.
Tights misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tights can't find room to land a body shot as Hill controls the action.
Hill takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT2# It looks like Jericho Hill has been cut. Hill throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tightss head. Tights missing with knees to the body.
Hill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tights throws a knee to the head but misses.
Hill misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hill managing to block the knees to the body from Tights.
Hill misses with a short punch on the inside. Tights throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hill creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Tights misses with a punch to the body.
Hill lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Hill prevents a body shot from Tights. Still in the clinch, Hill scores with a nice short uppercut. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Tights.
Tights misses with some punches.
#T2# Tights lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Hill lands a shoulder strike. Tights lands a left hand.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. I was talking to Hill's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Hill misses with the head strike.
Hill avoids a wild elbow strike from Tights. Tights pushes Hill back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Hill lands a shoulder strike. Tights misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Tights obliges. Tights gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. Tights blocks an uppercut.
Hill managing to block the knees to the body from Tights.
A right hook to the body lands for Tights.
Hill lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tights backwards. Tights tries to land knees in the clinch but Hill avoids the damage to the body. Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hill scores with a shot to the side of Tights's head. Hill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hill throws a punch but it's blocked by Tights. Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T3# Tights tries to throw a body punch but Hill avoids it by throwing Tights back against the cage. Nice body punch from Tights - that landed with a thud.
Hill is breathing heavily. Tights working some nice short punches in the clinch. Tights scores with a shoulder strike. Tights is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Hill is defending well for now. Tights tries to land knees in the clinch but Hill avoids the damage to the body. Tights throws an elbow but it misses.
Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tights lands an elbow just above Hill 's eye. Tights lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. Tights misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hill misses with the head strike.
Hill blocks the elbow strike.
Tights lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Tights unloads a knee to the mid-section. Hill lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Tights scores with a hook to the body. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tights throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Tights lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Tights lands an elbow inside. Tights lands an elbow that stopped Hill in his tracks for a moment. #T4# Tights comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Tights lands a damaging elbow. Tights scores with an uppercut up the middle. Hill takes an elbow to the forehead. Tights digs a right hand underneath Hill's ribcage. Hill let out a lung full of air as it connected. Hill blocks the elbow strike.
Hill blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Tights misses with a hook from the clinch. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Tights obliges. Tights tries a body shot but Hill blocks it.
Hill misses with a hook from the clinch. Tights pushes Hill back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. A right hand to the body from Tights.
Hill misses with the head strike.
Tights landing knees to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tights goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hill blocks an elbow strike. Hill misses with some punches.
Tights comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Tights lands a nice shot to the body. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pimbo Tights dominated that round. The cut man is working on Jericho Hill's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Tights misses with an uppercut. Hill tries to counter by clinching up but Tights breaks away and moves out of range. Hill turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Tights has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Hill goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Tights misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hill.
Hill tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL# Hill instigates a clinch. Hill lands a shot to the body. A quick uppercut on the inside from Hill. Hill lands with a left to the head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tights. Hill misses with the head strike.
Hill swings wildly with an uppercut but Tights uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Tights utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Hill with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#T1# Tights lands a body shot. A quick uppercut on the inside from Hill. Tights lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Hill lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tights backwards. Pimbo Tights seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Tights pushes Hill back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tights lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Tights lands a nice elbow from the clinch. Tights comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Tights lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Hill blocks an elbow strike from Tights.
Hill swings wildly with an uppercut but Tights uses good head movement to avoid it. Knees to the body from Tights.
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! Tights scores with a shot to the side of Hill's head. Tights pushes Hill back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Hill blocks a body shot from Tights. Hill takes a knee to the side of the body. Tights lands a body punch. Tights landing some nice looking knees to the body.
#T2# Tights lands an elbow just above Hill 's eye. Hill has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ. Tights lands an elbow just above Hill 's eye. Hill blocks an elbow strike from Tights.
Tights gets through Hill's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Hill tries a body shot but Tights blocks it.
Tights misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Hill.
Hill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Hill blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Tights lands with a right to the head. Tights misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Hill.
Tights throws an elbow but it misses.
Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Tights.
Tights has a couple of punches blocked by Hill.
Tights lands a nice knee to the body. Hill takes an elbow to the forehead. A body shot lands from Tights.
A hook to the body from Tights.
Tights lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Tights pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T3# Tights is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Tights lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Tights lands an elbow inside. A quick uppercut on the inside from Tights. Tights struggles to land a body shot inside as Hill controls his hands.
Tights lands a knee to the body.
Tights misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Hill.
Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tights lands a damaging elbow. Tights lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right from Tights. Tights landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tights working Hill over with knees to the body. Hill avoiding damage as Tights throws knees to the body.
Tights working some nice short punches in the clinch. Knees to the body from Tights.
A short right from Tights on the inside. Tights goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T4# Tights lands an elbow inside. #ROC2# Hill is rocked! Tights working aggressively here.
Hill takes a shot to the head. Oh Hill is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Hill misses with a punch to the body.
Hill seems to have got his legs back now. Hill swings wildly with an uppercut but Tights uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill throws a head punch that misses. Tights using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Hill has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Tights scores with a shot to the side of Hill's head. A head punch blocked on the inside by Tights. Hill blocks an elbow strike from Tights.
Tights is working Hill over against the cage. Tights crunches a lovely knee into Hill's ribcage. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hill. Hill avoids the elbow strike from Tights, against the cage.
A short left from Tights. Tights trying to land knees to the body.
Hill misses with the head strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pimbo Tights showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Jericho Hill's cut. That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round! #R3# Tights lands with an overhand left. Hill throws the kick towards the body but Tights avoids it. Hill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tights.
Tights misses with a hook. Hill ducked under it nicely. Hill tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Tights manages to circle out of the way.#CL2# Hill tries to keep at a distance but Tights has taken the fight into the clinch. Hill lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tights backwards. Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Tights.
Tights tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hill avoids it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill scores with a nice hook to the head. Hill lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Tights misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hill lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tights backwards. Hill lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tights backwards. Hill working aggressively here.
#T1# Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hill scores with an uppercut up the middle. Hill blocks an elbow strike from Tights.
Tights lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hill misses with a knee to the head. Hill throws a punch but it's blocked by Tights. Hill dodges an elbow strike from Tights.
Tights tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Hill throws an elbow that misses.
Tights blocks an uppercut.
Hill scores with an uppercut up the middle. Hill fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tights tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hill's elbow. Hill on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Still in the clinch, Hill scores with a nice short uppercut. Tights trying to land knees to the body.
Tights tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hill avoids it. A short right from Hill. Hill throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tights blocks it with crossed arms. #T2# Tights blocks an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Hill blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Still in the clinch, Hill scores with a nice short uppercut. A short left from Tights. Tights blocks an uppercut.
Tights gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. Tights misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tights blocking some punches.
Hill tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Tights struggles to land a body shot inside as Hill controls his hands.
Hill avoids the elbow strike from Tights, against the cage.
Tights blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tights blocking some punches.
Hill misses with a short punch on the inside. Jericho Hill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Hill throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tights blocks it with crossed arms. Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tights goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tights lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hill creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T3# Tights tries to land knees in the clinch but Hill avoids the damage to the body. Hill lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tights lands a hook that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Tights throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Hill blocks it with crossed arms. A short right hand to the side of the head by Hill. A short right hand to the side of the head by Tights. Tights misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Tights fails to land. Hill lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Tights scores with an uppercut up the middle. Tights working aggressively here.
Tights lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hill or not. Tights lands a hook to the side of the head. Tights doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tights blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tights. Both fighters are breathing heavily. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Hill avoids the elbow strike from Tights, against the cage.
Hill lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tights backwards. With the two fighters working up against the cage, Tights just misses with a elbow thrown towards Hill's brow. #T4# Hill lands a shoulder strike. Hill with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Tights misses with a body punch.
Tights blocks an uppercut.
Tights working some nice short punches in the clinch. Tights scores with a shot to the side of Hill's head. Tights tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Hill fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Tights.
Tights tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hill avoids it. Hill lands with a left to the head. Tights blocks an uppercut.
Hill lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. With the two fighters working up against the cage, Tights just misses with a elbow thrown towards Hill's brow. Hill lands an uppercut. Hill misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill. With the two fighters working up against the cage, Tights just misses with a elbow thrown towards Hill's brow. Hill lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that's the end of the fight! Jericho Hill showed his dominance in that final round. I think Tights 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 James Atkins scores the fight 28:29 Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29 Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pimbo Tights! An out of breath Pimbo Tights thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Syn 448 - Turpin vs. Slinga
Date: Jun 09, 2016 |
#R1# Hill paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Spiteri has a takedown stuffed. Hill takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Spiteri throws a leg kick but Hill sees it coming and moves out of range. Hill has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance. Hill throws a front kick that sends Spiteri stumbling back into the cage. Hill takes a shot right to the bread basket. Hill tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Spiteri manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Hill swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Spiteri. Hill throws an off balance right hand
and Spiteri counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Spiteri scores with a nice strike. Dave Spiteri seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Spiteri moves away from the strike by Hill. #TD2# Spiteri feints and as Hill raises his hands in defense, Spiteri changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Spiteri working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Spiteri throwing strikes from guard but Hill blocks nicely. Hill tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1# Hill looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Spiteri's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB# Hill is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB# Hill working for a triangle but Spiteri defends it easily.
Spiteri working some strikes from top position. Spiteri trying to control but Hill is working from the bottom. #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. Hill keeping full guard, as Spiteri tries to pass. Spiteri trying to control but Hill is working from the bottom. Spiteri throws a strike but Hill rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# Hill being controlled here momentarily. Hill stays in close to Spiteri's body and controls the position. Spiteri looking to control.
Hill distracts Spiteri with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Hill trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Hill scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T3# Spiteri is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Hill is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Spiteri's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Spiteri's back! Hill struggling to land strikes to the head as Spiteri covers up. Spiteri trying to control but not successfully. Hill connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Spiteri to escape the position.
Spiteri tries to roll but Hill sticks to his back.
Spiteri trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Hill is hanging on to Spiteri's back as he tries to escape.
Spiteri is keeping busy.
Hill is trying to stick to Spiteri's back but Spiteri is turning into Hill. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Hill's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Spiteri.#T4# Spiteri passes Hill's left leg - he's now in half guard. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Hill is refusing to be controlled, as Spiteri sits in half guard. Spiteri looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Spiteri sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hill defending well though. Spiteri is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hill! Spiteri lands a couple of good shots and Hill has given up his back, trying to escape the position! So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Hill can't escape the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Dave Spiteri will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Hill misses with a left hand and Hill takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Spiteri misses with a right hand and Hill counters with a nice body shot. Hill keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Spiteri. Hill connects with a body shot that sends Spiteri's belly button to the back. Hill bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Hill on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. A left lands for Hill. Spiteri tries to land a leg kick but Hill saw it coming and moves away.
Hill lands a leg kick that knocks Spiteri off balance momentarily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# A momentary lapse in concentration from Hill enables Spiteri to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hill manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. This has been an exciting period of action! Hill utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Hill not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Spiteri trying to control but Hill is working from the bottom. Hill wants to sweep here but Spiteri controlling him for the moment. #T1# Spiteri controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Hill 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. Spiteri has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Hill keeping moving, preventing Spiteri from controlling successfully. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Spiteri working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Hill's head. Hill keeping moving, preventing Spiteri from controlling successfully. Hill 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# Hill thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T2# Spiteri is controlling Hill's trapped leg to prevent Hill from advancing to side control. Hill sitting and controlling from the half guard. Hill throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Spiteri keeps control of the position for the meantime. Hill looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Spiteri with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Hill is taking a breather. Spiteri 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. Hill seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Spiteri does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Spiteri looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T3# Spiteri is trying to get back to full guard. Spiteri trying to control from the bottom.
Spiteri is looking to improve his position.
Hill wants to take a breather but Spiteri is having none of it. Spiteri works his way to full guard. Good work. Hill preventing the sweep. Hill trying to control the position from guard on top but Spiteri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Hill 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. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. A jab from Spiteri misses. Hill seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Spiteri swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Spiteri misses the jab. Hill cracks the inside of Spiteri's front leg. A combination from Spiteri does no damage. Hill on the wrong end of a nice hook. Hill displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Spiteri throws out the jab. Hill throws a head kick that misses. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Spiteri! But no joy. Hill lands with a cross. #TD2# Spiteri shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Hill's guard. Spiteri in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Hill wants to sweep here but Spiteri controlling him for the moment. Spiteri landing with the ground and pound. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Dave Spiteri will probably get the nod - 10:9. 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# Hill throws a body kick that misses. Spiteri throws out a loose jab but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Spiteri. Nice defenses there by Hill. Spiteri ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hill moves away. Spiteri ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Spiteri looks to land a combination. Hill sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Spiteri checks a low kick from Hill. Spiteri fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill throws a leg kick which misses Spiteri's front leg but catches the back leg as Spiteri tries to avoid it. Hill throws out a leg kick but Spiteri moves out of range and Hill only half commits. Spiteri misses with an uppercut. Hill saw that one coming. A decent looking body kick lands there for Hill.#T1# Spiteri connects with a single shot there. Hill connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Crunch! Hill slams his shin into Spiteri's torso. Good standup being displayed there by Spiteri as he connects with a hook. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Hill - that will leave a mark!
Spiteri takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Spiteri misses with a lunging right hand
and Hill counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Spiteri is lucky that one didn't land flush. Hill tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Spiteri is able to avoid easily. Spiteri throws a series of punches but Hill moves out of range. Hill fires out a quick counter leg kick but Spiteri just manages to avoid it. Spiteri throws a sloppy body shot
#CL# and Hill moves into the clinch. Spiteri lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hill backwards. Hill lands a shoulder strike. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Hill scores with an uppercut up the middle. Spiteri drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#T2# Both fighters working to control the clinch. Hill working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Hill looks to throw an elbow but misses. Spiteri working aggressively here.
Hill lands an uppercut.#BC2# Spiteri breaks the clinch.
Hill feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Spiteri's calf. Jericho Hill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Spiteri takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Hill fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hill pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Spiteri throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hill sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3# Hill displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Spiteri throws out the jab. Hill misses the jab. Hill closes the distance looking to clinch and Spiteri counters with a straight right hand. Nice takedown defense from Hill. No joy for Spiteri on that attempt. Dave Spiteri is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Spiteri blocks a head kick by Hill.
#TD2# Spiteri shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Hill is trying to defend but Spiteri finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Hill is trying to get back to full guard. Hill regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Spiteri. #T4# Spiteri scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB# Hill is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB# Hill looking for a guillotine here but Spiteri defends easily.
Spiteri wants to control from the top but Hill keeps moving. Spiteri is stalling in the full guard. Spiteri wants to control from the top but Hill keeps moving.
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 Jericho Hill. I think Spiteri 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 William Gold scores the fight 27:30 Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:29 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Dave Spiteri! After the big win, Dave Spiteri made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Hellbent and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
Syn 443 Fortunado vs Vinetto 3
Date: May 24, 2016 |
#R1# Hill throws a leg kick that misses. Maneno throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Maneno uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hill has time to react. Hill uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Maneno. Hill misses with a kick to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Maneno. Hill does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2# Hill moves into the clinch. Hill keeps control of Maneno as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Hill working aggressively here.
Hill makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Hill lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Hill throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Manenos head. Maneno is trying to break the clinch but Hill has him pressed against the cage. Maneno wants to get back to striking at distance but Hill won't allow it.
Maneno can't break the clinch.
Hill throws a punch but it's blocked by Maneno. Hill keeps control of Maneno as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Maneno blocks an uppercut.
#T1# Maneno can't break the clinch.
Maneno looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Maneno tries to break the clinch but Hill is controlling the position. Maneno is trying to break the clinch but Hill is controlling him. Maneno can't break the clinch.
Maneno blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Maneno is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. A frustrated look appears on Maneno's face as he tries to break the clinch. Hill presses Maneno against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Hill lands a shoulder strike. A short right hand to the side of the head by Hill. Maneno tries to break free but Hill pushes him back against the cage. Maneno is trying to break free. Hill has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Maneno seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Hill can turn it around. Maneno looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. A frustrated look appears on Maneno's face as he tries to break the clinch. Hill lands on the inside with an uppercut. Maneno is trying to break free. Maneno is trying to force a seperation but Hill has the dominant position.#T2# Hill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hill lands a right hand that snaps the head of Maneno backwards. Maneno is looking to break free of the clinch but Hill has double underhooks. Maneno has had enough of the clinch but Hill keeps him there for the moment. Maneno wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Maneno has had enough of the clinch but Hill keeps him there for the moment.#BC# Maneno pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Hill throws a head kick but Maneno moves out of range.
Hill throws a nice inside leg kick. Hill thows a left - swing and a miss! Hill connects with a high kick. Hill lands with a thumping leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hill tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Maneno on the wrong end of a nice hook. Hill is looking to slow Maneno down with leg kicks. Maneno throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maneno throws out a loose jab but Hill uses good head movement to avoid it. Hill replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Maneno blocks it well.#T3# Hill lands with a kick to the temple. Maneno shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" Hill ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Maneno moves away. Maneno throws a shot from downtown. Hill moves away and avoids it. Hill tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2# Hill gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Maneno wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#BC# Maneno manages to break the clinch.
Maneno blocks the body kick.
Maneno swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. A big right from Maneno misses. Maneno blocks the body kick.
We've been told by Maneno's head coaches at Miletich Xtreme Fighting Systems that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Hill misses with a leg kick. Hill buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Maneno connects with a looping right hand.
Maneno blocks a leg kick. Maneno is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hill. Maneno throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T4# Nice straight punches there by Maneno. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Maneno. 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! Maneno just misses with a punch to the body.
Maneno tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hill was well out of range. Poor timing from Maneno. Hill tries a quick counter leg kick but Maneno is wise to it. Hill throws a sloppy head kick and Maneno moves out of range easily. Maneno scores with a jab to the body. Maneno throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maneno throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hill steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Maneno. Maneno takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Hill misses with a hook. Maneno ducked under it nicely. Maneno circles away from the clinch attempt.
Maneno moves out of range of the body kick. Hill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Maneno.
Hill bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Hill tries to clinch up.#CL2# Hill clinches. Hill throws a head punch that misses. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Maneno ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hill moves away. Maneno takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Maneno looks to score with a jab to the body but Hill is just out of range. Maneno jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Maneno misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hill.
Maneno swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Hill in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off. Maneno fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Maneno misses with a shot to the body and Hill counters with a head kick. That will keep Maneno thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks! Hill throws a half hearted mid kick. A jab from Maneno misses. #CL2# Hill has managed to clinch.
Hill working aggressively here.
Hill lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. A hook to the body from Hill.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Maneno takes an elbow to the temple. Hill is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Maneno is defending well for now.#T1# Maneno is trying to break the clinch but Hill is controlling him. Hill misses with some punches.
Maneno wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Hill has him pressed against the cage. Hill lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC# Maneno manages to break the clinch.
Hill has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Hill throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Maneno on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hill. Hill obviously looking to wear him down.
Hill wants to clinch. Maneno throws a looping overhand right but Hill ducks down to avoid it. Maneno looks to land a right hand but Hill moved out of range. Maneno takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Maneno swings for the body but Hill moves out of range.
Maneno misses the shot to the body. #CL2# Hill moves into the clinch.#T2# Hill misses with a punch on the inside.
Maneno can't break the clinch.
Maneno is trying to force a seperation but Hill has the dominant position. Hill comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Hill scores with an uppercut up the middle. Hill goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hill lands a right hand that snaps the head of Maneno backwards. This has been an exciting period of action! Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Maneno.
Maneno is trying to force a seperation but Hill has the dominant position. Hill fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hill lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Maneno backwards. #BC# Maneno breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hill takes a swing at Maneno's ribcage but misses. Maneno throws the left hand but Hill avoids the punch easily. Hill buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Good exchange - Hill coming out on top. A swing and a miss from Maneno.#T3# Maneno on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Hill ducks under a wild hook from Maneno. Hill thumps Maneno with a low kick.#CL2# Hill clinches with his opponent.
#BC# Maneno breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Maneno works the jab nicely. Hill throws a nice inside leg kick. Maneno fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Hill on the side of the head. Hill fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Maneno has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Maneno misses with an uppercut. Maneno looks to throw the jab but Hill is out of range. Hill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Maneno.
Maneno sets himself, and Hill steps forward looking for the clinch! Maneno avoids it this time. Hill slips under a jab. Hill flicks out a counter leg kick but Maneno steps away. Hill lands with a shot 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! A clash of legs there as Maneno blocks the low kick.#T4# A jab from Maneno misses. Maneno walks forward, straight into a front kick from Hill. Hill scores with a sloppy right hand. Maneno should have avoided that one. #CL2# Hill gets in close and instigates a clinch. Hill lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Maneno backwards. Maneno looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Hill keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Maneno's efforts to push away.#BC# Maneno breaks from the clinch.
Maneno steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Hill. That one must have hurt. Hill looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Maneno ducks right into an uppercut from Hill. Hill connects with a high kick. Maneno misses the shot to the body. Hill throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Hill misses with a straight left. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jericho Hill showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. 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. 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# Hill throws a nice inside leg kick. Hill throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Jericho Hill seems to be getting the better of the standup. Maneno lands a glancing blow to the side of Hill's head. Maneno throws a good cross that connects.
Maneno misses with an uppercut
and Hill counters with a leg kick. Maneno throws a body shot but no joy. Hill scoring well with a low kick there.
Maneno throws a body shot but no joy. A cross from Hill lands. Hill looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Hill lands a jab. This has been an exciting period of action! Maneno throws a poor cross that misses
and Hill counters with a nice low kick that buckles Maneno's knee momentarily. Maneno misses with a looping right. Both fighters circling a little - Hill finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Maneno just misses with a punch to the body.
Hill is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. A head kick misses from Hill. #T1# Hill slips under a jab from Maneno. Maneno is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Maneno loads up on a big right hand but Hill slips the punch. Hill cracks Maneno with an open hand slap. Maneno will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. Maneno connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Maneno bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Maneno throws a lazy right hand but Hill sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hill, right into the meat.
Hill getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Maneno takes one to the chin there. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Hill - that will leave a mark!
Maneno fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hill manages to avoid it. Hill throws a big shot that misses. Maneno ducks under a wild hook from Hill. Maneno ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hill moves away.#T2# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hill cracks Maneno with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Maneno misses with a wild body shot. Hill lands an overhand right. Hill rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Maneno moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Maneno chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hill can pounce on him.
Hill throws a shot from downtown. Maneno moves away and avoids it. Hill keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hill wants to counter with a clinch but Maneno pushes him away. Hill shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Hill defending well as Maneno loads up on a big left hand. Hill motions for Maneno to come forward. Hill throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. A telegraphed right hand from Maneno misses the target. Hill thumps Maneno with a low kick. Hill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Maneno.
Hill tries to counter by closing the distance. Hill scores with a jab to the jaw. Hill misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T3# Maneno misses with an uppercut. Hill avoids the body shot from Maneno.
Hill just misses with a punch to the body.
#CL2# Hill gets in close and instigates a clinch. A nice right hand lands inside from Hill. Hill scores with a nice hook to the head. Maneno tries to break free but Hill pushes him back against the cage. Jericho Hill is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Hill working aggressively here.
Maneno is trying to break free. A frustrated look appears on Maneno's face as he tries to break the clinch. Hill prevents Maneno from breaking the clinch. Maneno is trying to break free. Maneno can't break the clinch.
Hill lands a right hand. Maneno is trying to break the clinch but Hill has him pressed against the cage. #T4# Maneno is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Maneno working hard to break the clinch. Jericho Hill seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC# Maneno's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Maneno swings away with a body shot that misses
#CL2# and Hill counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Hill. Hill working aggressively here.
Maneno wants to break free but Hill has control.
Maneno tries to break the clinch but Hill is controlling the position. Maneno wants to break the clinch but can't.
Hill gets through Maneno's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Maneno is trying to break free. Hill lands with a short head shot on the inside. Hill makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. This has been an exciting period of action! Hill keeps control of Maneno as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC# Maneno pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Chiku Maneno has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Maneno throws a body punch but Hill moves out of range.
And that's the end of the fight! Jericho Hill comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Hill 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 27:30 Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jericho Hill! Our winner, Jericho Hill, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
LEGACY! 63
Date: Apr 08, 2016 |
#R1# Hitscock lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Hill misses with a low kick as Hitscock jumps back. Hitscock misses with a straight left. A counter left hand to the body from Hill misses its target. Hitscock connects with the punch. Hill throws a right hand that misses
and Hitscock counters with a stiff right hand. Jericho Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hitscock moves out of range of the strikes. Hill on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Hill has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance. Hitscock takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hitscock misses with an uppercut
and Hill makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Hitscock really felt that one! Hill with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hitscock to score with a decent uppercut. Hill doesn't manage to clinch there - Hitscock circles away.
Hill misses with a head kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hill missing with a left hand there. Hitscock was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Hill loads up on a big right hand but Hitscock slips the punch. The fight stays on the outside here - Hill looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Hill lands a glancing blow to the side of Hitscock's head.#T1# Hitscock looks to land a right hand but Hill moved out of range. Hill throws a leg kick and Hitscock counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Hitscock connects with a good right hand that stumbles Hill. Hill circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Hill finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#CL# Hill gets in close and instigates a clinch. Nice body punch from Hill. Hitscock lands a left hand.
Hitscock lands a hook that snaps the head of Hill backwards. #BC2# Hitscock's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Hill clobbers Hitscock with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Hitscock tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hill was well out of range. Poor timing from Hitscock. An attempted straight right counter from Hill misses the target. Hitscock ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Hill scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Hitscock slips under a jab from Hill. Hitscock lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T2# Hitscock throws a poor cross that misses
and Hill counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC# Hitscock is rocked! Hill lands a body shot.
Hitscock is still on wobbly legs! Can Hill finish him? Hitscock looks winded! Hill connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Hitscock out cold! This one is over in a flash!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jericho Hill! A very excited looking Jericho Hill made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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