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Event:
DARE ALOHA
Date: Sep 15, 2017 |
#R1#
MacManus misses with a looping right.
A swing and a miss from MacManus.
MacManus throws a body shot but no joy.
MacManus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sanchez.
Sanchez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sanchez lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Steve Sanchez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from MacManus is defended easily by Sanchez.
Sanchez swats away the attempt to clinch by MacManus.
Sanchez fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacManus. Sanchez does a little dance to reset his feet.
A right-left combo lands from Sanchez.
MacManus avoids a punch combination nicely.
Some wild striking there from MacManus.
#T1#
Sanchez lands a head shot.
MacManus is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sanchez.
Sanchez on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Sanchez looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
MacManus moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
MacManus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacManus takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Sanchez slips a straight right by MacManus.
MacManus misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
MacManus doesn't manage to clinch there - Sanchez circles away.
Sanchez smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
MacManus misses the shot to the body.
MacManus moves out of range of the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacManus just misses with a punch to the body.
#CL#
MacManus moves into the clinch.
Sanchez is leaning against MacManus and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T2#
Sanchez prevents the takedown attempt.
MacManus misses with the head strike.
MacManus misses with a body punch.
MacManus struggles to land a body shot inside as Sanchez controls his hands.
#TD#
MacManus wants the takedown. Sanchez is fighting it off but MacManus persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Sanchez's guard against the cage.
Sanchez keeping full guard, as MacManus tries to pass. #SUB2#
Sanchez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and MacManus defends well.#SUB2#
Sanchez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. MacManus doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. MacManus manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sanchez is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Sanchez missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Sanchez passes into half guard.
MacManus is in trouble now - Sanchez has advanced to mount!
MacManus is squirming around, avoiding Sanchez's attempts to control the action.
Sanchez lands a couple of good shots and MacManus has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Sanchez wants to control the position but MacManus frees himself and scrambles - Sanchez manages to regain control in side control.
MacManus is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
You can see the frustration on MacManus's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
MacManus wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#T4#
You can see the frustration on MacManus's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
MacManus is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
MacManus manages to work his way to half guard, despite Sanchez's best efforts.
MacManus has hold of Sanchez's hands but Sanchez slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Sanchez takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
MacManus manages to get to full guard.
MacManus trying to keep a closed guard but Sanchez is proving a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Steve Sanchez 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#
MacManus throws a shot from downtown. Sanchez moves away and avoids it.
MacManus ducks right into an uppercut from Sanchez.
MacManus lands a glancing blow to the side of Sanchez's head.
Sanchez scores with a punch to the head.
Sanchez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
MacManus lands a glancing blow to the side of Sanchez's head.
MacManus misses with a wild combination.
Steve Sanchez seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice straight punches there by Sanchez. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sanchez.
MacManus takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A cross from Sanchez lands.
Sanchez digs a good hook to MacManus's body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sanchez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sanchez 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.
MacManus walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
That kick from Sanchez tenderised MacManus's leg. MacManus is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sanchez lands a slapping body shot.
Sanchez jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#ROC2#
MacManus is rocked!
MacManus drops his hands momentarily and Sanchez takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Oh MacManus is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
MacManus missing with a left hand there. Sanchez was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sanchez is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Sanchez scores with a one two! MacManus had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Sanchez stuffs the takedown attempt from MacManus. MacManus gets slowly back to his feet.
Sanchez's jab looks to have found its range, popping MacManus under the eye.#TD#
MacManus drives through with a takedown into guard.
MacManus landing some decent shots from guard.
MacManus throws a strike but Sanchez rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
MacManus seems to have got his legs back now.
Sanchez wants to control from the top but MacManus keeps moving. #SUB#
MacManus had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sanchez defends it easily.
Sanchez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Sanchez missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacManus 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.
MacManus seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Sanchez working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sanchez trying to control the position from guard on top but MacManus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sanchez forces his way into half guard.
MacManus is staying active underneath Sanchez, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
MacManus won't allow Sanchez to pass to mount.
MacManus is in trouble now - Sanchez has advanced to mount!
Sanchez trying to control but MacManus is having none of it. #T3#
MacManus is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Sanchez looking to control but MacManus is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
MacManus is trying desperately to improve position.
Steve Sanchez has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sanchez working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Sanchez fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Sanchez landing strikes, looking to finish!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacManus wants to hold on but Sanchez pushes him away.#T4#
MacManus manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Sanchez scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB#
MacManus looking for submissions off his back.
MacManus is holding on to half guard well.
Sanchez tries to pass the half guard into mount. MacManus knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
MacManus is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Steve Sanchez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Sanchez swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sanchez tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but MacManus defends well and Sanchez ends up having to push MacManus into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sanchez tries for a takedown but MacManus sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Sanchez lands a jab to the nose.
Sanchez throws a right hand that MacManus ducks under and follows up with a left that MacManus also avoids with ease.
Sanchez throws a jab but it's blocked by MacManus.
MacManus tries to clinch there but Sanchez circles away.
Sanchez moves away from the strike by MacManus.
MacManus looks for a takedown but Sanchez sprawls well.
MacManus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sanchez moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus stuffs the takedown.
Connor MacManus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steve Sanchez.
MacManus swings for the body but Sanchez moves out of range.
Sanchez's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Sanchez duly obliges.
A decent looking cross lands there for Sanchez.
Sanchez lands a head shot.
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!
MacManus jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Sanchez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
MacManus loads up on a big right hand but Sanchez slips the punch.
MacManus gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Sanchez.
Sanchez smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#TD2#
Sanchez shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Sanchez showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB#
MacManus looking for submissions off his back.
Sanchez trying to control from half guard but MacManus is working away.
Connor MacManus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
MacManus looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
MacManus wants to control but Sanchez is keeping busy.
Sanchez wants to pass to mount but MacManus is defending the position.
Sanchez is looking to take a break and control but MacManus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sanchez missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
MacManus is pressing down on Sanchez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T3#
MacManus keeping full guard, as Sanchez tries to pass.
Sanchez trying to control the position from guard on top but MacManus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sanchez lands a couple of digs.
MacManus keeping moving, preventing Sanchez from controlling successfully.
Sanchez pushing down on MacManus's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
MacManus manages to get to full guard.
MacManus keeping full guard, as Sanchez tries to pass. #SUB#
MacManus looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T4#
MacManus throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
MacManus tries to strike from the bottom.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#SUB#
MacManus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sanchez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sanchez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sanchez connects with a couple of short punches.
Sanchez must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
MacManus has an active guard here but Sanchez has managed to pass into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
MacManus flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Steve Sanchez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Sanchez 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 Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Steve Sanchez!
A relieved looking Steve Sanchez 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:
DARE 3
Date: Aug 12, 2017 |
#R1#
MacManus takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
MacManus throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dawson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Connor MacManus has been cut.
Dawson lands a jab to the nose.
MacManus misses with a straight left.
MacManus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
MacManus closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #ROC2#
MacManus is rocked!
MacManus fails with an attempt to clinch.
Oh MacManus is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dawson throws a hook but MacManus avoids it easily.
MacManus seems to have got his legs back now.
MacManus throws a looping overhand right but Dawson ducks down to avoid it.
Dawson throws a series of punches but MacManus avoids them all with ease.
MacManus tries to clinch there but Dawson circles away.
A swing and a miss from Dawson.
Dawson lands with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dawson missing with a left hand there. MacManus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dawson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
MacManus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dawson has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A big right from MacManus misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Dawson misses the target. #CL#
MacManus gets a clinch.
MacManus is looking to control Dawson's arms but Dawson gets an underhook and turns him. Now MacManus has his back to the cage.
Dawson is pressed up against the cage. MacManus has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Dawson down to the mat. Dawson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T1#
Dawson throws a jab but it's blocked by MacManus.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dawson. MacManus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jab from Dawson.
Dawson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by MacManus.
MacManus throws a right and a left that both miss.
A slow jab from Dawson misses its intended target.
Dawson is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! MacManus had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Dawson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dawson 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.
Dawson misses with an uppercut. MacManus saw that one coming.
MacManus attempts a counter takedown but Dawson avoids it well and moves away.
Dawson thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL#
MacManus closes the distance and pushes Dawson back into the cage.
Dawson lands a body shot.
MacManus misses with some punches.
MacManus wants to stall.
Dawson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with MacManus's elbow.
Dawson struggles to land a body shot inside as MacManus controls his hands.
#BC2#
Dawson breaks the clinch.
#T2#
Dawson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dawson connects with a good right hand that stumbles MacManus. MacManus circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Dawson misses with a jab to the body
and MacManus counters with a series of strikes. Dawson will be more careful next time no doubt.
MacManus on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Dawson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Dawson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
MacManus has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dawson finds it's way round the side to connect with MacManus's head.
MacManus lands with a straight right. Dawson didn't see that one coming.
Roger Dawson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
MacManus misses with a few strikes there.
Dawson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by MacManus.
MacManus wants to clinch up but Dawson keeps it at a distance.
MacManus darts in looking for a takedown but Dawson gets double underhooks and turns MacManus into the cage.
MacManus tries to clinch there but Dawson circles away.
Dawson throws a shot to the body.
Dawson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
MacManus is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Dawson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits MacManuss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T3#
MacManus misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
MacManus gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Dawson gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! MacManus is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roger Dawson!
A relieved looking Roger Dawson 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:
Aspire 49: Zaitsev vs Slice
Date: Jul 01, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
MacManus rushes Marshall and presses him up against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A short uppercut from Marshall.
Marshall makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
MacManus misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Marshall lands a body punch.
MacManus tries a body shot but Marshall blocks it.
Stalling in the clinch from MacManus.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Come on MacManus - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A body shot lands from Marshall.
MacManus will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Marshall up against the cage.
Marshall avoids a wild elbow strike from MacManus.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marshall holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Marshall is defending well against a takedown attempt.
MacManus missing with knees to the body.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Marshall stalling in the clinch.
#T1#
Marshall avoiding damage as MacManus throws knees to the body.
Marshall is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
MacManus goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Marshall blocks an elbow strike from MacManus.
Marshall tries to throw a body punch but MacManus avoids it by throwing Marshall back against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Marshall.
Marshall is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Marshall blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
MacManus tries to land knees in the clinch but Marshall avoids the damage to the body.
Marshall blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Marshall is leaning against MacManus and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
MacManus tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
MacManus struggles to land a body shot inside as Marshall controls his hands.
MacManus tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Marshall stalls.
Marshall stalling.
MacManus misses with some punches.
#T2#
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
MacManus swings away with an uppercut that misses.
MacManus misses with a punch on the inside.
MacManus blocks a body shot from Marshall.
MacManus is looking to control Marshall's arms but Marshall gets an underhook and turns him. Now MacManus has his back to the cage.
MacManus throws a head punch that misses.
MacManus doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacManus letting Marshall take a breather here.
Marshall taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
MacManus tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Marshall's elbow.
MacManus lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Marshall or not.
MacManus scores with a shoulder strike.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Marshall.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacManus misses with a short punch on the inside.
Marshall doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T3#
Marshall can't find room to land a body shot as MacManus controls the action.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Marshall as MacManus tries to tie him up.
Marshall lands a left hand that snaps the head of MacManus backwards.
MacManus tries to pull guard but Marshall won't allow it.
Tobias Marshall has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Connor MacManus.
Marshall scores with a shot to the side of MacManus's head.
Marshall working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Marshall lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt MacManus or not.
Marshall can't find room to land a body shot as MacManus controls the action.
Marshall is stalling here.
Come on Marshall - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
MacManus misses with a hook from the clinch.
MacManus trying to control the position but instead, Marshall has worked for underhooks and has pushed MacManus into the cage.
Marshall lands a nice shot to the body.
MacManus taking a breather.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
MacManus is trying to slow the pace down but that's a couple of times in a row that he's tried to get underhooks and Marshall has denied him.#T4#
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from MacManus.
MacManus taking a breather.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Connor MacManus.
Marshall throws a shot to the body.
MacManus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marshall.
MacManus lands a slapping body shot.
Nice body punch from Marshall.
MacManus misses with a straight right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacManus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Marshall manages to avoid it.
Marshall swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
MacManus misses with a head kick.
MacManus wants to land a leg kick but Marshall is out of range.
It looked like Marshall wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
MacManus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marshall.
MacManus steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Marshall.
MacManus tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Marshall ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Marshall tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacManus was well out of range. Poor timing from Marshall.
Tobias Marshall is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Marshall scores with a jab to the body.
Marshall swings for the body but MacManus moves out of range.
MacManus throws the left hand but Marshall avoids the punch easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tobias Marshall 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#
Marshall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacManus moves away.
Marshall connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Marshall is looking to wear down MacManus with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Marshall fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacManus manages to avoid it.
Marshall misses with a wild body shot.
MacManus ducks under a wild hook from Marshall.
MacManus will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A telegraphed right hand from MacManus misses the target.
MacManus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from MacManus! But no joy.
Marshall throws a body punch but MacManus moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marshall. MacManus does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marshall just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like MacManus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from MacManus misses.
Marshall was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#TD2#
MacManus drives through with a takedown into Marshall's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
MacManus in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Marshall preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
MacManus keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Marshall's head.
MacManus has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
MacManus trying to control the position from guard on top but Marshall is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacManus postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as MacManus accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Marshall pulls MacManus in close to prevent any damage.
MacManus trying to move into half guard but instead Marshall has managed to sweep!#REVR#
MacManus is trying to control the position from the bottom.
MacManus looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Marshall puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T2#
MacManus has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Marshall is working away from the top position though.
MacManus is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. MacManus manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Marshall tries to stand but MacManus is controlling from the bottom. #SUB2#
MacManus looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SU#
Marshall gets to his feet - MacManus follows without any prompting. #T3#
MacManus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Marshall appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Marshall misses the shot to the body.
MacManus misses with a left hand
and Marshall counters with a left to the body.
MacManus has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Marshall finds it's way round the side to connect with MacManus's head.
Marshall punishes MacManus's body with a nice straight punch.
MacManus's corner calls for a 1-2. MacManus obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Marshall ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A quick step to the side and Marshall tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marshall throws a body punch but MacManus moves out of range.
MacManus is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Marshall with a body shot.
MacManus avoids a punch combination nicely.
MacManus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marshall.
MacManus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacManus connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Marshall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacManus rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marshall counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps MacManus thinking.
Marshall is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that MacManus can do to turn this around?
Marshall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from MacManus! But no joy.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Marshall thuds a left hand into MacManus's body.#T4#
MacManus shoots in but no luck this time.
MacManus throws a big shot that misses.
MacManus dives in for a single leg takedown but Marshall sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Marshall scores with a nice head shot.#TD2#
MacManus closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - MacManus lands in his opponent's guard.
Marshall seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacManus trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
MacManus advances position into side control!#SUB2#
MacManus swings around for an armbar but Marshall sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into MacManus's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tobias Marshall dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
MacManus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marshall.
A big right from MacManus misses.
Marshall cracks MacManus with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
MacManus misses with a hook.
Marshall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacManus moves away.
MacManus misses with a looping left.
Marshall misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marshall. MacManus does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacManus takes one to the side of the head.
Marshall slips under a jab.
Marshall leaves MacManus with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marshall ducks under a wild hook from MacManus.
Marshall was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
MacManus tries to clinch there but Marshall circles away.
MacManus throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marshall misses with a body shot.
MacManus lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Marshall throws a body shot but no joy.
Marshall jabs MacManus to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T1#
MacManus dives in for a single leg takedown but Marshall sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Marshall checks the leg kick nicely there.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Marshall here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Marshall scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
MacManus moves in looking to clinch but Marshall pushes him off.
It looked like Marshall was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
MacManus fails with an attempt to clinch.
MacManus doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Marshall swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marshall ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MacManus moves away.
MacManus fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
MacManus misses with a low kick as Marshall jumps back.
MacManus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacManus throws a hook to the side of Marshall's head but Marshall sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marshall. MacManus does a little dance to reset his feet.
It seemed like MacManus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Marshall fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacManus manages to avoid it.
MacManus looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Marshall swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marshall throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tobias Marshall seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Marshall bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
MacManus moves forwards but Marshall connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Marshall throws a body punch but MacManus moves out of range.
Marshall throws a body shot but no joy.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacManus on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Marshall lands with a nice body punch.
Marshall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacManus tries to close the distance and clinch up but Marshall swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Marshall misses the shot to the body.
Marshall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacManus misses with the combination.
MacManus's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Marshall connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! MacManus scrambles back to his feet.
Marshall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacManus moves forwards but Marshall connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T3#
MacManus lunges at Marshall with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Marshall's hand.
MacManus misses with a left hand
and Marshall counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
MacManus looks to score with a jab to the body but Marshall is just out of range.
Marshall swings and misses with a shot to the body
and MacManus counters with a stiff right hand.
Marshall throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marshall throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Connor MacManus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Marshall misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacManus.
MacManus tests Marshall's chin there with a solid looking shot.
MacManus is looking to chop away at Marshall's legs.
Marshall looks to score with a jab to the body but MacManus is just out of range.
MacManus lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by MacManus.
Marshall swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marshall scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacManus misses with a low kick.
MacManus misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
MacManus slips a jab and a cross from Marshall.
#T4#
Marshall lands a nice hook to MacManus's body. MacManus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
MacManus goes for a double leg but Marshall avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Marshall continues to drive forward.
Tobias Marshall has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Connor MacManus.
MacManus takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
MacManus throws an off balance right hand
and Marshall counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MacManus takes one to the chin there.
Marshall tests MacManus's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Marshall changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
MacManus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marshall.
Marshall uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from MacManus.
MacManus thows a leg kick but Marshall checks it
and Marshall counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marshall lands a nice hook to MacManus's body. MacManus takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
MacManus takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marshall. MacManus does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacManus flicks out a counter leg kick but Marshall steps away.
The crowd cheers as Marshall lands an impressive looking overhand right. MacManus doesn't seem phased though.
MacManus shoots in looking for a takedown. Marshall tries to sprawl out of it but MacManus keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Marshall manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tobias Marshall showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Marshall, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tobias Marshall!
After the fight, Tobias Marshall was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
Aspire MMA - Just Bleed 43
Date: Jun 03, 2017 |
#R1#
A cross from Tariaksuq lands.
MacManus uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tariaksuq.#CL2#
MacManus clinches.
A head punch on the inside from Tariaksuq fails to land.
Tariaksuq lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of MacManus backwards.
Tariaksuq misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tariaksuq lands a nice elbow.
Tariaksuq scores with a shoulder strike.
MacManus is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Tariaksuq misses with a punch on the inside.
MacManus jumps guard but Tariaksuq turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Tariaksuq tried to land a shot to the body but connects with MacManus's elbow. #BC#
Tariaksuq's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A big left from Tariaksuq misses.
MacManus shoots in for a takedown but Tariaksuq shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Issumatar Tariaksuq has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Connor MacManus.
Tariaksuq takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Some wild striking there from Tariaksuq.
#T1#
Nice defenses there by MacManus.
Decent striking displayed by Tariaksuq there.
Nice takedown defense from Tariaksuq. No joy for MacManus on that attempt.
It looked like Tariaksuq was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from MacManus.
MacManus throws a hook to the side of Tariaksuq's head but Tariaksuq sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tariaksuq throws the left hand but MacManus avoids the punch easily.
MacManus throws a combination that misses
and Tariaksuq counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Good shot there by Tariaksuq.
Tariaksuq checks a low kick from MacManus.
Tariaksuq keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tariaksuq is looking to counter with head kicks.
The fight stays on the outside here - MacManus looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tariaksuq swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tariaksuq jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacManus takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
MacManus throws a body shot but no joy.
A quick step to the side and Tariaksuq tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacManus throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tariaksuq stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T2#
Tariaksuq blocks a head kick by MacManus.
MacManus throws a sloppy head kick and Tariaksuq moves out of range easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MacManus looking to land some kicks to the body here.
MacManus 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.
MacManus throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Tariaksuq misses the target.
MacManus tries to counter by closing the distance.
Tariaksuq is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Tariaksuq throws a big shot that misses.
Tariaksuq is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
MacManus takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tariaksuq tries a head kick but it misses.
MacManus is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Tariaksuq throws a looping overhand right but MacManus ducks down to avoid it.
MacManus misses the shot to the body.
Tariaksuq throws a sloppy head kick and MacManus moves out of range easily.
Connor MacManus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacManus on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Tariaksuq scores with a sloppy right hand. MacManus should have avoided that one.
MacManus rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tariaksuq moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
MacManus is looking to clinch but Tariaksuq is avoiding it.
#T3#
MacManus misses with a takedown attempt - Tariaksuq sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tariaksuq lands a really nice looking cross but MacManus seems unphased.
A swing and a miss from Tariaksuq.
MacManus will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
An attempted straight right counter from Tariaksuq misses the target.
MacManus looks to score with a jab to the body but Tariaksuq is just out of range.
MacManus avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tariaksuq lands a head kick!
#CUT#
It looks like Connor MacManus has been cut.
MacManus ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
MacManus throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tariaksuq dodges the punch combination from MacManus.
Tariaksuq connects with a body shot.#T4#
MacManus with a lazy takedown attempt
and Tariaksuq makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
MacManus avoids the body shot from Tariaksuq.
Tariaksuq throws a sloppy head kick and MacManus moves out of range easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MacManus misses with a hook.
MacManus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tariaksuq throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MacManus uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tariaksuq.
MacManus feints the counter takedown.
Tariaksuq pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
MacManus fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tariaksuq throws a jab but it's blocked by MacManus.
MacManus misses the shot to the body.
Tariaksuq throws an off balance right hand
and MacManus counters with a nice uppercut.
Tariaksuq displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from MacManus.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Issumatar Tariaksuq dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Connor MacManus's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Tariaksuq slaps away a takedown attempt from MacManus, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Tariaksuq is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that MacManus can do to turn this around?
MacManus ducks under a wild hook from Tariaksuq.
Tariaksuq lands a right hook to the body.
MacManus throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tariaksuq counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tariaksuq fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. MacManus looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tariaksuq waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacManus.
Tariaksuq lands a head shot.
MacManus thows a leg kick but Tariaksuq checks it
and MacManus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
MacManus goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tariaksuq fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacManus manages to avoid it.
Issumatar Tariaksuq is winning the standup battle so far.
MacManus throws a leg kick
and Tariaksuq counters with a nice uppercut.
MacManus blocks a jab.
Tariaksuq fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tariaksuq avoids the body shot from MacManus.
Tariaksuq is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Tariaksuq throws a jab but it's blocked by MacManus.
MacManus has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tariaksuq finds it's way round the side to connect with MacManus's head.
Tariaksuq throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacManus sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tariaksuq thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tariaksuq throws the left hand but MacManus avoids the punch easily.
MacManus throws a body punch but Tariaksuq moves out of range.
MacManus jabbing away but nothing is landing.
MacManus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A swing and a miss from Tariaksuq.
Tariaksuq digs a good body shot into MacManus's ribs.
Tariaksuq avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tariaksuq takes a swing at MacManus's ribcage but misses.
Tariaksuq connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
MacManus doesn't manage to clinch there - Tariaksuq circles away.
Tariaksuq was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
MacManus has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from MacManus there as he acknowledges the shot.#T2#
MacManus tries to clinch up but Tariaksuq circles away and keeps his distance.
MacManus takes a shot to the body in his stride.
MacManus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tariaksuq misses with a head kick.
MacManus tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tariaksuq defends well and MacManus ends up having to push Tariaksuq into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
MacManus is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tariaksuq rather than just go for the knockout.
MacManus throws a series of punches but Tariaksuq moves out of range.
Tariaksuq is looking to counter punch.
Tariaksuq throws the left hand but MacManus avoids the punch easily.
MacManus feints a counter leg kick.
Tariaksuq throws a jab but it's blocked by MacManus.
Tariaksuq loads up on a big right hand but MacManus slips the punch.
MacManus shoots in but no luck this time.
Issumatar Tariaksuq has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Connor MacManus.
Tariaksuq swats away the attempt to clinch by MacManus.
Connor MacManus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
MacManus tries to move into range but Tariaksuq moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Issumatar Tariaksuq is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
MacManus shoots in and drives through. Tariaksuq sprawls well.
MacManus throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tariaksuq.
MacManus uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tariaksuq.
MacManus defending well as Tariaksuq loads up on a big left hand.
MacManus thinks about the counter body kick.
Tariaksuq tests MacManus's chin there with a solid looking shot.
MacManus blocks a head kick by Tariaksuq.
MacManus tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
MacManus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL2#
MacManus forces Tariaksuq back against the cage and clinches.
MacManus blocking some punches.
Tariaksuq misses with an elbow over the top.
Tariaksuq lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
MacManus blocks an elbow strike.
Tariaksuq tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
MacManus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T4#
Tariaksuq tries a body shot but MacManus blocks it.
MacManus tries for a takedown. No joy.
Tariaksuq misses with the head strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Tariaksuq just misses with a elbow thrown towards MacManus's brow.
MacManus jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Tariaksuq walks away with a smile on his face. MacManus gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #TD2#
MacManus manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Tariaksuq on his heels. He'll look to pass Tariaksuq's guard now, I'm sure.
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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tariaksuq wants to sweep here but MacManus controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Tariaksuq looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
MacManus trying to control the position from guard on top but Tariaksuq is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tariaksuq not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Issumatar Tariaksuq dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Connor MacManus's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Tariaksuq fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MacManus manages to avoid it.
Tariaksuq scores with a nice strike.
Tariaksuq misses with a hook.
A head kick misses from Tariaksuq. #TD2#
MacManus darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
MacManus thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tariaksuq's head.
Still in half guard, MacManus seems content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tariaksuq wants to control but MacManus is keeping busy.
MacManus missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Tariaksuq trying to hold on to MacManus's head to control him but MacManus postures up.
#T1#
Tariaksuq holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Well, if MacManus is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Tariaksuq on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tariaksuq tries to get out of the position.
Tariaksuq preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Tariaksuq is trying to stand back up but MacManus is controlling him
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tariaksuq jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tariaksuq keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacManus staying out of range there.
MacManus misses with a body shot
and MacManus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
MacManus wants to clinch.
MacManus misses with a low kick.
MacManus with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tariaksuq throws an overhand right that lands on MacManus's shoulder, as MacManus tries to avoid the shot.
Tariaksuq's hands are dropping dangerously low here and MacManus connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tariaksuq scrambles back to his feet.
Tariaksuq scores with a jab.
Tariaksuq throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tariaksuq sets himself, and MacManus steps forward looking for the clinch! Tariaksuq avoids it this time.
Tariaksuq lands a glancing blow to the side of MacManus's head.
Tariaksuq swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacManus scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
MacManus doesn't manage to clinch there - Tariaksuq circles away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacManus shoots in and drives through. Tariaksuq sprawls well.#T3#
Tariaksuq moves out of range of the body kick.
Tariaksuq looks to throw the jab but MacManus is out of range.
MacManus misses with a looping right.
Tariaksuq jabs MacManus to the body, keeping him at a distance.
MacManus throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tariaksuq blocks the body kick.
MacManus shoots in but Tariaksuq avoids the takedown attempt easily.
MacManus tries for a takedown but Tariaksuq sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Issumatar Tariaksuq has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Connor MacManus.
MacManus swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacManus takes a body punch but keeps moving.
MacManus wants to clinch
letting Tariaksuq counter with a right hand.
Tariaksuq throws the left hand but MacManus avoids the punch easily.#T4#
Tariaksuq's corner calls for a 1-2. Tariaksuq obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
MacManus takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Connor MacManus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
MacManus misses with an uppercut. Tariaksuq saw that one coming.
Tariaksuq waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacManus.
MacManus lands with a shot 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!
MacManus fails with the takedown
and Tariaksuq connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
MacManus misses with a looping right.
MacManus shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
MacManus slips under a jab.
Tariaksuq punishes MacManus's body with a nice straight punch.
MacManus tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tariaksuq manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tariaksuq appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tariaksuq fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tariaksuq stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
And that's the end of the fight!
Issumatar Tariaksuq showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tariaksuq, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Issumatar Tariaksuq!
An out of breath Issumatar Tariaksuq 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:
AFL @The Beer Garden
Date: Apr 08, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Concen has taken the fight to the clinch.
Concen stalls.
MacManus drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Concen gets the underhooks and prevents it.
MacManus is trying to drag Concen to the mat but Concen just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Concen displaying some good clinch control by pressing MacManus up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Concen lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Concen breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
MacManus is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Concen.
Concen displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from MacManus.
Victor Concen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Connor MacManus.
MacManus dives in and grabs Concen's left leg, looking for a takedown. Concen pushes down on MacManus's head and hops out.
Some bone on bone action there as Concen checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Concen throws a sloppy head kick and MacManus moves out of range easily.
MacManus throws a body kick that misses.
Concen seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#CL2#
MacManus closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Concen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
MacManus clinches with his opponent.
MacManus looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Concen slows down the pace here.
Concen prevents the takedown attempt.
#T2#
The referee is keeping an eye on MacManus - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Concen misses with some punches.
MacManus is looking for a takedown.
A nice right hand lands inside from Concen.
MacManus tries to pull guard but Concen holds him up against the cage and eventually MacManus drops back down to his feet.
MacManus jumps guard but Concen turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacManus goes for a takedown in the clinch but Concen prevents it.
MacManus is trying to force a seperation but Concen has the dominant position.#T3#
Concen stalling.
#BC#
Concen manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
MacManus closes the distance and clinches.
Concen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Concen trying to land knees to the body.
Concen slowing the pace effectively.
Come on Concen - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Concen missing with knees to the body.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Concen being controlled against the cage.#T4#
MacManus misses with a knee to the head.
Concen blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
MacManus fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Concen manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Concen keeps the fight in the clinch, despite MacManus's efforts to push away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
MacManus is trying to stall.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Victor Concen dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Concen throws out a loose jab but MacManus uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacManus displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Concen throws out the jab.
Concen fails to land with a series of punches.
Some bone on bone action there as Concen checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
MacManus gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
MacManus throws a hook to the side of Concen's head but Concen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Concen throws a head kick but MacManus moves out of range.
Connor MacManus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacManus misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
MacManus has managed to clinch.
MacManus fails to pull guard.
#BC#
Concen's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Concen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Concen takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#CL2#
MacManus has taken the fight to the clinch.
MacManus has Concen pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Concen manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T1#
Concen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Concen is pushing MacManus up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
MacManus fails to pull guard.
Victor Concen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Connor MacManus.
Concen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#TD2#
MacManus has picked Concen up - he's going for a ride! MacManus dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Concen tries to push off, looking to stand up, but MacManus manages to move to mount!
MacManus controlling from the full mount.
Concen keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T2#
MacManus throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
MacManus content just to control the position here.
MacManus is continuing to stall.
MacManus prevents Concen from getting the reversal.
MacManus lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
MacManus controlling from mount.
Concen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
MacManus lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
MacManus controlling the position easily from mount.
Concen tries to hold on but MacManus postures up.
Concen is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
MacManus takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Concen is squirming around, avoiding MacManus's attempts to control the action.
Concen is trying to stand up.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
MacManus can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Concen is looking to escape.
Concen is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Concen is working hard here to advance position.
MacManus controlling the position easily from mount.
Concen knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for MacManus on the ground.
MacManus trying to control but Concen is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Concen is trying to escape the mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor MacManus showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
MacManus moves out of range of the strikes.
Nice sprawl there from Concen as MacManus shoots in.
MacManus tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Concen swivels and escapes.
Concen avoids the body shot from MacManus.
Concen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by MacManus.
Concen works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Victor Concen is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
MacManus closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
MacManus misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Concen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Concen gets underhooks to prevent MacManus's takedown attempt.
Victor Concen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Connor MacManus.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Concen slowing the pace effectively.
Concen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Concen struggles to land a body shot inside as MacManus controls his hands.
#TD2#
MacManus wants the takedown. Concen is fighting it off but MacManus persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Concen's guard against the cage.#T1#
Concen wants to sweep here but MacManus controlling him for the moment.
MacManus prevents Concen from getting back to his feet.
MacManus slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
MacManus scoring with punches from side control.
Concen is trying to control MacManus's posture but MacManus avoids it. #SUB2#
Concen tries to escape back to his feet but MacManus has kept hold of him... Oh, now he's got Concen's back and is looking for the choke... Is it? Is it sunk in? YES! Concen is tapping! MacManus saw the opportunity and took it - ruthless!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Connor MacManus!
Connor MacManus is the new featherweight champion!
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Event:
AFL Asylum 30
Date: Mar 10, 2017 |
#R1#
MacManus swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
MacManus throws a body shot but no joy.
Concen lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CL2#
Concen moves into the clinch.
MacManus tries for a takedown. No joy.
Concen is stalling here.
Concen taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Concen misses with a punch to the body.
Concen dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus missing with knees to the body.
Concen swings wildly with an uppercut but MacManus uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Concen fails to land. #T1#
Concen tries a body shot but MacManus blocks it.
Concen lands a body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Concen.
Concen lands a body shot in the clinch.
Concen misses with the head strike.
A right handed body shot lands from MacManus.
Come on Concen - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Concen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Concen gets underhooks to prevent MacManus's takedown attempt.
Concen is pressed up against the cage. MacManus has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Concen down to the mat. Concen avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Connor MacManus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Concen tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but MacManus paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Concen instigates a clinch. #T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Concen.
A short right from Concen on the inside.
Concen tries to land a knee to the head but MacManus blocks with his arms.
Concen avoiding damage as MacManus throws knees to the body.
#TD#
MacManus has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Concen is trying to keep an underhook but MacManus manages to get the takedown 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!
Concen keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Concen is trying to stand.
MacManus missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
MacManus working Concen over with strikes.
Concen wants to get back to full guard.
MacManus is trying to control. Concen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
MacManus is taking a breather. Concen 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.#T3#
MacManus not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Concen is refusing to be controlled, as MacManus sits in half guard.
MacManus prevents Concen from standing back up.
Concen is positioning himself well to prevent MacManus advancing to mount.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
MacManus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Concen keeps working. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Concen tries to clinch up but MacManus circles away and keeps his distance.
Concen misses with a double jab
#CL#
and MacManus counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by MacManus.
Concen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4#
Concen is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Concen lands a hook that snaps the head of MacManus backwards.
Concen lands a shoulder strike.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Concen.
Concen lands a hook that snaps the head of MacManus backwards.
Concen wants to stall.
Concen throws a head punch that misses.
Concen misses with a punch on the inside.
Concen goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Concen.
#TD#
MacManus gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacManus won't allow Concen to sweep him here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Victor Concen 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#
MacManus misses with a takedown attempt - Concen sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
MacManus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Concen manages to avoid it.
Connor MacManus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Concen closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Concen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Concen trying to land knees to the body.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Concen.
MacManus being controlled against the cage.
MacManus tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Concen smiles and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Concen scores with a sloppy right hand. MacManus should have avoided that one.
Concen scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
MacManus lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Concen circles away quickly and effectively.
MacManus shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Concen defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Connor MacManus. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Concen gets a clinch.
MacManus is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Concen works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Concen lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down MacManus.
A nice left hand lands by Concen.
Concen swings wildly with an uppercut but MacManus uses good head movement to avoid it.
MacManus tries to break the clinch but Concen is controlling the position. #T2#
Concen is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
MacManus has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Concen clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
MacManus controlling from the back.
Concen surviving as best he can, preventing damage.
Concen wants to control his opponent's hands but MacManus gets his hands free.
Concen staying busy and making it hard for MacManus to control.
MacManus trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Concen doesn't escape.
Concen tries to break free.
#T3#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
I really don't envy Concen right now.
The referee is taking a good look at Concen as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from MacManus!
MacManus trying to control.
MacManus really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Concen.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacManus seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Concen for as long as he can get away with.#T4##SUB#
Concen defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB#
Concen is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Concen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Oooh a big shot gets through from MacManus. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Victor Concen will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3##CL#
Concen tries to keep at a distance but MacManus has taken the fight into the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Concen.
Concen is stalling here.
MacManus drops down looking for an ankle pick but Concen pulls his leg out and moves away.
MacManus throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Concen tries to clinch there but MacManus circles away.
MacManus shoots in for a takedown but Concen shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Concen throws the left hand but MacManus avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Concen is looking to clinch but MacManus is avoiding it.
Some wild striking there from Concen.
#CL#
MacManus moves into range and clinches up with Concen.#T1#
Concen struggles to land a body shot inside as MacManus controls his hands.
#TD#
MacManus lands a takedown into guard.
Concen looking for a sweep. Not yet Concen, not yet.
Connor MacManus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
MacManus looking to sit in guard and control but Concen gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
My spies in Kung Fu Fighting Club ($299 entry fee) inform me that Concen has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Concen must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
MacManus keeping moving, preventing Concen from controlling successfully.
MacManus pulls Concen in to control the position. #ES#
MacManus has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Concen off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #T2#
MacManus looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Concen is fending him off so far but MacManus persists. Nope, Concen circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Connor MacManus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
No luck with that takedown attempt from MacManus.
Concen changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nice shot by Concen.
MacManus has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from MacManus there as he acknowledges the shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Concen falls off balance throwing a combination
and MacManus counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #CL2#
MacManus gets tackled into the cage by Concen. Concen maintains the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Concen.
MacManus is trying to break the clinch but Concen has him pressed against the cage.
Concen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Concen's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#TD#
MacManus jumps guard and drags Concen to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #T3#
Concen trying to control but MacManus is working from the bottom.
Concen slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
MacManus keeping moving, preventing Concen from controlling successfully. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
MacManus trying to control the position.
#SUB#
MacManus is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Concen looking to sit in guard and control but MacManus gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Connor MacManus did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R4#
Concen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Concen moves out of range as MacManus strikes.
Concen changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
MacManus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Concen.
MacManus goes for a double leg but Concen avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Concen continues to drive forward.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Concen pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Concen taking a breather.
Concen lands a right hand that snaps the head of MacManus backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Concen fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Concen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Concen lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down MacManus.
MacManus jumps guard but Concen turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T1#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#TD#
MacManus has clasped his hands together around Concen's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Concen can do anything to dispel that myth.
Concen is looking to regain half guard here but MacManus keeps moving and retains side control.
Concen really doesn't want to stay on the ground with MacManus. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Concen taking punishment in the form of punches.
MacManus remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
MacManus is looking to take a break and control but Concen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Concen is looking to regain half guard here but MacManus keeps moving and retains side control.
MacManus taking a breather here.
MacManus is looking to take a break and control but Concen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
The ground and pound from MacManus seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Concen is pushing MacManus's head away, looking to escape. MacManus manages to hold on to the position though.
Concen is not content to let MacManus control the position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Concen tries to improve position but can't.
MacManus trying to control the action but Concen is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
MacManus closes the distance and clinches. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
MacManus has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Concen is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Connor MacManus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Concen misses with some punches.
MacManus tries for a takedown. No joy.
Concen tries to land a knee to the head but MacManus blocks with his arms.
Concen trying to land knees to the body.
Concen can't find room to land a body shot as MacManus controls the action.
MacManus tries to pull guard but Concen holds him up against the cage and eventually MacManus drops back down to his feet.
MacManus tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Concen misses with the head strike.
A nice left hand lands by Concen.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Victor Concen dominated that fourth round.
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#
MacManus lands with a good body shot.
Concen misses with a few strikes there.
MacManus dodges the punch combination from Concen.
Concen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and MacManus counters with a three punch combo that has Concen backing up. Concen nods at MacManus to acknowledge the strikes.
Concen misses with a wild combination.
#CL#
MacManus takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
MacManus ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. MacManus no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Concen trying to control but MacManus is working from the bottom.
Concen trying to stand up but can't free himself from MacManus's guard.#T1#
MacManus is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
MacManus throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
MacManus has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
MacManus continues to stall.#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.#SUB#
MacManus is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Concen wanted to stand there but MacManus had control of the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
MacManus fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Concen, pushing him back against the cage.#T3##TD#
MacManus successfully pulls guard.
Concen trying to control the position from guard on top but MacManus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Concen has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of MacManus is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
MacManus throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Concen postures up.
Victor Concen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Connor MacManus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Concen preventing the sweep.
Concen postures up.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
MacManus misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Concen.
MacManus throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Concen changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
MacManus needs to keep his hands up - Concen had a free shot at his head there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Concen fails with an attempt to clinch.
A leg kick checked by Concen.
MacManus tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Concen drops down looking to force a counter takedown but MacManus defends it well.
Concen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that's the end of the fight!
Connor MacManus showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Concen 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 47:49
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 47:49
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Victor Concen!
Victor Concen is the new featherweight champion!
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Event:
DFC Asylum 27
Date: Feb 18, 2017 |
#R1#
MacManus throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2#
and Larratt counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
MacManus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Larratt 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.
MacManus 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#
MacManus thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Larratt defending well though.
MacManus wants to stand but his hand is trapped. Larratt uses the opportunity to regain full guard.
MacManus looking to pass the guard.
Larratt really doesn't want to stay on the ground with MacManus. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T1#
MacManus throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Larratt works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacManus throwing strikes but missing.
MacManus slips nicely into half guard.
Larratt is looking to get back to full guard here but MacManus has managed to pass to side control instead.
MacManus 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.
MacManus trying to control the action but Larratt is working from the bottom.
MacManus working the ground and pound but Larratt is defending the strikes. #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.
MacManus trying to control the position but Larratt is working away.
An elbow from MacManus crashes against the mat.
An elbow from MacManus crashes against the mat.
Larratt avoids any damage from the ground and pound of MacManus.
MacManus trying to control the position but Larratt is working away.
Larratt can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
MacManus controls the position.
MacManus throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Larratt felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Larratt is looking for a sweep.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Larratt ducks under a wild hook from MacManus.
MacManus throws a hook to the side of Larratt's head but Larratt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And Larratt tries to counter it with a takedown but MacManus pushes his down on his head and steps out.#CL#
Larratt tries to keep at a distance but MacManus has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
MacManus drags the fight down to the ground.
Larratt slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
MacManus pulls Larratt in close to his closed guard and prevents Larratt from doing any damage or advancing position.
MacManus is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor MacManus 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#
MacManus looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Larratt counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Larratt wants to stand but MacManus has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Larratt is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
MacManus is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Larratt controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
MacManus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Connor MacManus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Larratt 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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now MacManus is on top in guard.
#REVR#
MacManus in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
MacManus showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
MacManus trying to control the position from guard on top but Larratt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
MacManus wants to pass the guard but Larratt is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
MacManus misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Larratt counters with a takedown into side control.
You can see the frustration on MacManus's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
MacManus is trying to get back to half guard.
MacManus manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T3#
MacManus is trying to get back to full guard.
MacManus wants to control but Larratt is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Larratt is looking to stand up but he'll have to free his leg first. Instead, MacManus manages to get to full guard.
MacManus looking for a sweep. Not yet MacManus, not yet.
Larratt has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of MacManus is proving hard to escape from.
Larratt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. MacManus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Larratt looking to sit in guard and control but MacManus gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
MacManus trying to control but Larratt is working from the bottom.
MacManus wants to stand but Larratt has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacManus throws an elbow that misses. Larratt uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in MacManus's guard. Nice move by Larratt!#REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Shannon Larratt will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! MacManus's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
MacManus looks to land a combination but Larratt avoids it well.
Larratt feints the counter takedown.
MacManus just misses with a punch to the body.
MacManus misses with a wild combination.
MacManus throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Larratt counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES#
MacManus pushes Larratt off and gets back to his feet.
MacManus misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Larratt counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
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!
Larratt preventing the sweep. #SUB#
MacManus throws his legs up looking for a submission but Larratt uses it to pass to side control.
MacManus gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T1#
Larratt wants to pass the guard but MacManus is defending well.
MacManus trying to control from the bottom.
MacManus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Larratt working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on MacManus's thigh. MacManus counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Larratt content to stall in guard here.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as MacManus holds on and takes a little breather.
MacManus trying to keep a closed guard but Larratt is proving a slippery customer.
MacManus wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
MacManus is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.#T3#
MacManus swings for the body but Larratt moves out of range.
MacManus is looking to clinch but Larratt is avoiding it.
MacManus looks to score with a jab to the body but Larratt is just out of range.
Larratt with the counter takedown but MacManus avoids it easily.
MacManus throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Larratt's waist but Larratt gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing MacManus off to one side.
Larratt drops down looking to force a counter takedown but MacManus defends it well.
MacManus thows a leg kick but Larratt checks it #TD2#
and Larratt counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for MacManus!
Larratt taking a breather here.
You can see the frustration on MacManus's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
Larratt tries to stand but MacManus is controlling his head.
MacManus is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Larratt's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Larratt passes into side control, despite MacManus's attempt to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Shannon Larratt just about did enough to take it.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Larratt drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
MacManus wants to clinch but Larratt slips to the side#TD2#
and Larratt counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Larratt.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as MacManus holds on and takes a little breather.
MacManus manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Larratt manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
MacManus trying to control but Larratt is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SU#
MacManus stands and steps away. Larratt gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #CL#
Larratt gets tackled into the cage by MacManus. MacManus maintains the clinch.
MacManus prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD2#
MacManus is fighting off a takedown attempt but Larratt is just too persistent for him and manages to trip MacManus to the mat. MacManus regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#ES#
MacManus pushes Larratt off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
MacManus wants to clinch.
And Larratt tries to counter it with a takedown but MacManus pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T2#
MacManus doesn't manage to clinch there - Larratt circles away.
Connor MacManus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacManus wants to clinch.
Larratt with the counter takedown but MacManus avoids it easily.
MacManus throws a nice looking combination but Larratt bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Larratt changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
MacManus thows a left - swing and a miss!
MacManus wants to clinch up but Larratt keeps it at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacManus misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
and Larratt counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
MacManus is looking for a sweep. Larratt is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3##SUB#
Larratt is trying to improve position by moving to mount. MacManus has hold of his neck though and manages to move into guard! All of a sudden, Larratt is in a lot of trouble! MacManus is straining to finish and he's done it! Larratt taps out! Amazing!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Connor MacManus!
Connor MacManus retains his featherweight title!
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Event:
DFC Asylum 24
Date: Jan 28, 2017 |
#R1#
Inhuman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and MacManus decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Inhuman's guard.
Inhuman wants to get back to his feet but MacManus passes into half guard.
#REVB#
MacManus slips a nice elbow through Inhuman's hands, connecting with Inhuman's forehead.
Inhuman tries to kick MacManus off in order to stand up. MacManus Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
MacManus controlling from side mount.
Inhuman is looking to get back to his feet here but MacManus is keeping cool and he's managed to take Inhuman's back.
MacManus throwing damaging strikes from the back! Inhuman could be in trouble here!
#SUB#
MacManus is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
MacManus is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB#
Inhuman tries to get to his feet, scrambling wildly. MacManus sees the opportunity and transitions to an armbar that forces Inhuman to tap. Impressive finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Connor MacManus!
Connor MacManus is the new featherweight champion!
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Event:
DFC Asylum 21
Date: Jan 07, 2017 |
#R1#
MacManus throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice inside leg kick there by Killer. That's going to slow MacManus down.
Killer's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Killer duly obliges.
MacManus tries to close the distance and clinch but Killer swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Killer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Killer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL2#
MacManus tries to keep at a distance but Killer has taken the fight into the clinch.
A bit of stalling here from Killer.
#BC#
MacManus manages to break the clinch.
Killer lands with a right hand.
MacManus shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Killer as he avoids it easily.
MacManus tries to land a leg kick but Killer saw it coming and moves away.
Killer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
MacManus letting Killer take a breather here.
I was talking to MacManus's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T1#
Killer lands a right hand.
MacManus looking to slow down the pace here.
Killer throws a head punch that misses.
Killer avoiding damage.
Killer misses with a punch to the body.
MacManus takes a shot to the head.
MacManus blocks a body shot from Killer.
Killer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with MacManus's elbow.
Killer tries a body shot but MacManus blocks it.
A nice left hand lands by Killer.
A shot in the inside from Killer. #TD#
MacManus pulls guard. #T2#
Killer looking to pass the guard.
Killer preventing the sweep.
Killer slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
MacManus seems keen to control Killer's posture.
Killer controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Killer is continuing to stall.#T3#
The adventures of Killer the control monster continue. Boring.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Connor MacManus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A chopping leg kick lands by Killer.
Killer getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Killer connects with a single shot there.
MacManus tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Killer swivels and escapes.
Killer swats away the attempt to clinch by MacManus.
MacManus throws a body punch but Killer moves out of range.
Killer wants to land a leg kick but MacManus is out of range. #T4#
MacManus avoids the body shot from Killer.
#CL2#
Killer pushes MacManus up against the cage in a clinch.
Killer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MacManus is trying to pull guard but Killer turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Connor MacManus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
MacManus jumps guard but Killer turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Killer stalling.
MacManus jumps guard but Killer turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Killer lands a body shot.
Killer lands a right hand that snaps the head of MacManus backwards.
Killer looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Killer softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Killer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Killer tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD#
MacManus has hold of one of Killer's legs. Killer is fighting the takedown attempt but MacManus gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Killer tries to land a sweep but no joy.
MacManus trying to control the position from guard on top but Killer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dan Killer dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
MacManus misses with a jab, cross combination.
MacManus takes one to the chin there.
MacManus tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Killer manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
MacManus shoots in but Killer avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dan Killer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Killer jabs MacManus right on the nose. MacManus blinks but takes it well.
MacManus wants to land a leg kick but Killer is out of range.
Killer moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
MacManus closes the distance but Killer moves to the side
and Killer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus throws a push kick but Killer slaps the foot to one side. #CL2#
Killer takes the fight into the clinch.
MacManus goes for a takedown attempt but Killer pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
MacManus looks to land a body kick but Killer moved away.#T1#
MacManus moves out of range of the body kick.
Killer swings for the body but MacManus moves out of range.
MacManus looks for the body kick but Killer saw that one coming.
Killer slips a jab and a cross from MacManus.
#CL2#
Killer pushes MacManus up against the cage in a clinch.
Killer gets through MacManus's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Killer.
A short body shot lands from Killer as the two fighters clinch.
Killer prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Connor MacManus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
MacManus wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Killer has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
MacManus breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Killer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
MacManus fails with a takedown attempt.
MacManus moves in looking to clinch but Killer pushes him off.#T2##CL2#
Killer rushes MacManus and presses him up against the cage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Killer.
MacManus jumps guard but Killer turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Killer scores with an uppercut up the middle.#TD#
MacManus jumps guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Killer content to stall in guard here.
Killer looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Killer controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
MacManus is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Killer must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Killer has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing MacManus to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Killer is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - MacManus pulls down on the head and he's put Killer to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Connor MacManus!
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Event:
DFC Asylum 18
Date: Dec 17, 2016 |
#R1#
Taquses throws a shot from downtown. MacManus moves away and avoids it.
MacManus feints a counter leg kick.
MacManus throws a body kick that misses.
Taquses thuds a left hand into MacManus's body.
MacManus has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
MacManus throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Taquses misses with a straight right.
MacManus uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Taquses.
#TD#
Taquses closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Taquses lands in his opponent's guard.#ES2#
MacManus manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by MacManus.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacManus drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Taquses throws a blind hook that connects with the side of MacManuss head. #T1##TD#
Taquses manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Taquses looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
MacManus wants to control from the top but Taquses keeps moving.
Taquses controls MacManus momentarily but MacManus frees himself. #SUB#
Taquses is looking for a triangle but MacManus pushes his legs off easily.
Taquses controls MacManus momentarily but MacManus frees himself.
MacManus wants to control from the top but Taquses keeps moving.
MacManus is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T2##SUB#
Taquses has an active guard here but MacManus has managed to pass into half guard.
MacManus seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Taquses does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Taquses is looking for a sweep. MacManus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
MacManus has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Taquses really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Taquses tries to lock up and control but MacManus gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
MacManus lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Taquses hang on?
MacManus postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Taquses looks a forlorn figure.
Taquses can't escape the position.
MacManus takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacManus with a couple of short strikes.
MacManus is landing with some decent strikes but Taquses is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Taquses is squirming around, avoiding MacManus's attempts to control the action.
Taquses gets back to half guard.
MacManus performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Taquses is looking for a sweep. MacManus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
MacManus trying to control from half guard but Taquses is working away.
Taquses moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
MacManus sitting in guard here, content to control.
Taquses keeping full guard, as MacManus tries to pass. #SUB#
Taquses is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
MacManus trying to control but Taquses is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Connor MacManus will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Taquses decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Taquses is looking to advance position but MacManus won't allow it.
Taquses perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taquses works his way into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacManus manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T1#
Taquses is staying active underneath MacManus, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Taquses is looking for a sweep. MacManus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
MacManus wants to stand up but Taquses is controlling the position.
Taquses works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Taquses is looking for a triangle but MacManus pushes his legs off easily.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
MacManus tries to free his leg and advance position but Taquses is retaining full guard.
MacManus throwing strikes from guard but Taquses blocks nicely.
MacManus makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
MacManus trying to control the position from guard on top but Taquses is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Taquses working for submissions but it's allowed MacManus to get to half guard.
#SUB2#
MacManus seems to be looking for submissions.
Taquses preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T3#
MacManus performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
MacManus working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Taquses trying to control but MacManus postures up.
MacManus lands with a punch from half guard.
Taquses wants to get back to full guard.
MacManus is nestled in close to Taquses, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
MacManus thows a huge punch but Taquses dodges it nicely.
#T4#
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. MacManus connects with a nice short shot to Taquses's temple.
Taquses wants to improve his position but MacManus is controlling well.
MacManus throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
MacManus is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Taquses is staying active underneath MacManus, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Taquses wants to improve his position but MacManus is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacManus passes to full mount! #SUB2#
MacManus is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Taquses can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor MacManus 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!
#R3#
Taquses throws a hook but MacManus blocks it.
MacManus wants to counter with a clinch but Taquses pushes him away.
MacManus misses with a head kick.
A quick step to the side and Taquses tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Connor MacManus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacManus goes for a double leg but Taquses avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Taquses continues to drive forward.
Taquses misses with a wild body shot. #TD#
Taquses closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. MacManus quickly recovers to half guard.
MacManus is trying to escape back to his feet but Taquses uses the scramble to pass into side control.
#SUB#
Taquses thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
MacManus struggling a bit here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Taquses haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T1#
MacManus tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Taquses goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, MacManus rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Taquses's guard! Nice work there by MacManus!
MacManus trying to control but Taquses is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Taquses working for a triangle but MacManus defends it easily.
#SUB#
Taquses looking for a guillotine here but MacManus defends easily.
#T2#
Taquses trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Taquses is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and MacManus defends well.
Taquses not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
MacManus loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Taquses working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because MacManus has passed into half guard!
MacManus thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Taquses's head. #T3#
Taquses blocking the ground and pound attempt from MacManus. #SUB#
Taquses actively working from the bottom here.
Taquses moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
MacManus is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
MacManus postures up.
#SUB#
Taquses has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. MacManus doesn't defend quickly enough and Taquses has managed to lock this one up! Can MacManus escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Taquses on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Oliver Taquses!
Oliver Taquses retains his featherweight title!
A less than humble Oliver Taquses misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
DFC Asylum 15
Date: Nov 26, 2016 |
#R1#
MacManus takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Taquses changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
MacManus fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Taquses, pushing him back against the cage.
Taquses misses with a hook to the ribs.
MacManus blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Taquses. #BC#
MacManus breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD#
MacManus drives through with a takedown into Taquses's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB2#
Taquses looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Taquses has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but MacManus can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Taquses throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Taquses looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T1#
Taquses keeping moving, preventing MacManus from controlling successfully.
MacManus is looking to work some ground and pound but Taquses has wrist control.
Taquses is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Taquses escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. MacManus gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Taquses has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but MacManus can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Taquses seems keen to control MacManus's posture.#SUB2#
Taquses had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. MacManus defends it easily.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
MacManus not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
MacManus makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Taquses looking to control.
MacManus trying to control but Taquses is working from the bottom.
Taquses is trying to keep MacManus in close.
MacManus trying to control the position from guard on top but Taquses is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacManus looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Taquses is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and MacManus defends well.#T3##SUB2#
MacManus avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Taquses had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. MacManus defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacManus postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Taquses is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
MacManus is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
MacManus wants to control from the top but Taquses keeps moving.
Taquses is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
MacManus seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Taquses shoots in but no luck this time.
MacManus keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Taquses decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Taquses is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Taquses slows the pace down in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Oliver Taquses will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
MacManus is trying to pull guard but Taquses turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
MacManus holding his opponent close, against the cage.
MacManus tries to pull guard but Taquses holds him up against the cage and eventually MacManus drops back down to his feet.
Taquses stops a takedown attempt from MacManus.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Connor MacManus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
MacManus leaning his opponent against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taquses lands a right hand.
MacManus is looking to take this one to the mat.
Taquses fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#TD#
MacManus turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and MacManus manages to end up in side control.#T1#
Taquses sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Taquses is trying to control but can't.
Taquses is trying to defend against the ground and pound but MacManus scores with a couple of nice shots.
Connor MacManus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
MacManus is keen to just control but Taquses is a slippery customer.
The fighters are battling for position here. Taquses manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Taquses is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and MacManus defends well.#SUB2#
Taquses looking for a guillotine here but MacManus defends easily.
Taquses keeping moving, preventing MacManus from controlling successfully. #T2#
MacManus is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Taquses is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Taquses is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and MacManus defends well.
MacManus working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Taquses working for a triangle but MacManus defends it easily.
MacManus trying to control the position from guard on top but Taquses is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB2#
Taquses has an active guard here but MacManus has managed to pass into half guard.
Taquses on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
MacManus is looking to take a break and control but Taquses is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Taquses is looking to improve his position.
MacManus passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Taquses!
MacManus with a couple of short strikes.#T4#
Taquses is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Taquses is in a horrible position here. MacManus smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
MacManus prevents Taquses from getting the reversal.
Taquses wants to hold on but MacManus pushes him away.
MacManus trying to control but Taquses is having none of it.
Taquses can't escape the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
MacManus landing shots from mount.
Taquses is desperately trying to improve his position but MacManus has a good base and remains in mount.
Taquses regains half guard.
MacManus trying to control from half guard but Taquses is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor MacManus dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Taquses misses with an uppercut. MacManus saw that one coming.
MacManus tries to clinch up but Taquses circles away and keeps his distance.
Taquses darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Taquses swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacManus throws a quick counter head kick but Taquses was just out of range.
Taquses's jab looks to have found its range, popping MacManus under the eye.#TD2#
Taquses drives through with a takedown into guard.
Taquses pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. MacManus is keeping the position for now.
Taquses pushing down on MacManus's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Taquses trying to control from MacManus's half guard. MacManus has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus can't keep his opponent in guard - Taquses advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Taquses passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for MacManus! #T1##SUB2#
Taquses is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But MacManus has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from MacManus!
MacManus trying to control the position from guard on top but Taquses is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Taquses is pulling down on MacManus's head. It's preventing any offense from MacManus, at least for the moment.#SUB2#
Taquses isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. MacManus stacks Taquses on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by MacManus!#T2#
Taquses tries to get back to half guard but can't.
MacManus working the head with strikes.
Taquses is trying to control MacManus's posture but MacManus avoids it.
Taquses tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Taquses is not content to let MacManus control the position.
Taquses is trying to get back to half guard.#T3#
MacManus trying to control the position but Taquses is working away.
Taquses takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Taquses sneaks back into half guard.
Taquses trying to control but MacManus postures up.
MacManus moves into full mount! Taquses won't be happy about that!
MacManus working away from the top, dropping strikes.#T4#
Taquses tries to get back to half guard but can't.
MacManus trying to control but Taquses is having none of it. #SUB#
MacManus is working for a guillotine from mount but Taquses frees his head quite easily.
MacManus trying to control but Taquses is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Taquses tries to reverse the position but MacManus maintains control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Connor MacManus did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! MacManus's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
Taquses goes for a double leg but MacManus avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as MacManus continues to drive forward.
MacManus scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Taquses fails with a takedown attempt.
MacManus wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
MacManus defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Taquses.
Connor MacManus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oliver Taquses.
MacManus shoots in for a double leg but Taquses sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Connor MacManus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MacManus shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Taquses as he jumps to the side.
Taquses throws a jab when MacManus was well out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from MacManus misses its target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus tries to close the distance and clinch up but Taquses swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Taquses tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Taquses slaps away a takedown attempt from MacManus, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD2#
Taquses gets a takedown into half guard.#T1#
Taquses is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for MacManus!
Taquses tries to control but MacManus wriggling away.
Taquses controlling his opponent.
Let's hope that Taquses has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T2#
Taquses wants to control but instead MacManus manages to regain half guard.
Taquses working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on MacManus's thigh. MacManus counters though and makes it back to full guard.
MacManus looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
MacManus controls Taquses momentarily but Taquses frees himself.
Taquses wants to control from the top but MacManus keeps moving.
MacManus keeping full guard, as Taquses tries to pass. #T3#
MacManus looking for a sweep. Not yet MacManus, not yet.
Taquses looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Taquses trying to control but MacManus is working from the bottom.
MacManus keeping full guard, as Taquses tries to pass.
Taquses keeps trying to improve his position.
Taquses passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
MacManus tries to get back to half guard but can't.
MacManus is not content to let Taquses control the position.
MacManus seems a little lost for a moment, as Taquses dominates the positioning.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
MacManus is trying hard to land a takedown here. Taquses sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Taquses slips a jab and a cross from MacManus.
#CL#
MacManus gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Taquses misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Oliver Taquses dominated that fourth 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Taquses throws a hook to the side of MacManus's head but MacManus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
MacManus shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Taquses defends it nicely.
Taquses throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent MacManus stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
No luck for MacManus with that takedown attempt.
MacManus throws a wild body kick that Taquses sees coming a mile off.
Oliver Taquses seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taquses displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as MacManus throws out the jab.
Taquses looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL2#
Taquses instigates a clinch.
MacManus drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Taquses gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Connor MacManus. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Taquses successfully pulls guard.
#T1##SUB2#
Taquses working for a triangle but MacManus defends it easily.
Taquses working a defensive guard but MacManus manages to pass into side control anyway.
#SU#
MacManus stands up and we're back to a striking position.
MacManus lands a really nice looking cross but Taquses seems unphased.
MacManus wants to clinch up but Taquses keeps it at a distance.
Taquses swats away the attempt to clinch by MacManus.#T2#
MacManus looks for a takedown but Taquses sprawls well.#TD#
MacManus closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - MacManus lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Taquses working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. MacManus doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. MacManus manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
MacManus got a little sloppy there for a moment and Taquses has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, MacManus has managed to get both his arms back between Taquses's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
MacManus got a little sloppy there for a moment and Taquses has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, MacManus has managed to get both his arms back between Taquses's legs - danger averted.#T3#
MacManus is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Taquses is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. MacManus is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Taquses is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Taquses keeping full guard, as MacManus tries to pass.
MacManus postures up.
#SUB2#
Taquses working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. MacManus doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. MacManus manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
MacManus avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Taquses is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
MacManus trying to control but Taquses is working from the bottom.
Taquses has control of MacManus's left arm, preventing MacManus from doing any damage.
Taquses looking to control but MacManus passes into half guard.
Taquses is doing well to control the position and prevent MacManus from advancing to side control.
MacManus is keen to just control but Taquses is a slippery customer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Taquses works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Taquses looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Oliver Taquses.
I think Taquses 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 Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 48:48
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 48:48
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 46:49
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
DFC Asylum 12
Date: Nov 05, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
MacManus closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Santiago's guard.
Santiago wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and MacManus is now in half guard.
MacManus lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
MacManus is taking a breather. Santiago 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Santiago trying to hold on to MacManus's head to control him but MacManus postures up.
MacManus trying to mount his opponent but Santiago defends it.
MacManus working over Santiago with some ground and pound. Santiago looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus content to control rather than advance. #T1##SUB2#
Santiago looking for submissions off his back.
MacManus lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB2#
Santiago looking for a kimura from the bottom but MacManus passes into side control!
MacManus is staying tight to Santiago's torso, preventing him from escaping.
MacManus working the ground and pound.#T2#
Santiago is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
The referee asks MacManus politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. MacManus prefers to stall for the moment though.
MacManus working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
MacManus moves into full mount! #SUB#
MacManus quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for MacManus but it's paid off an Santiago is forced to tap! Nice work by MacManus.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Connor MacManus!
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Event:
DFC Asylum 9
Date: Oct 08, 2016 |
#R1#
Storm lands a head kick. MacManus smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #KD#
MacManus drops Storm with a beautiful combination! Storm stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - MacManus is looking for the KO!#ROC#
Storm is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Hale Storm has been cut.#CL#
MacManus gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Storm is still on wobbly legs! Can MacManus finish him?
MacManus tries to pull guard but Storm forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Storm seems to have recovered his senses.
Storm can't break the clinch.
MacManus drops down looking for an ankle pick but Storm pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD#
MacManus fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Storm to the ground. MacManus is now in Storm's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacManus postures up and lands a big shot to Storm's brow.
MacManus is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Storm really doesn't want to stay on the ground with MacManus. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
MacManus forces his way into half guard.#T1#
MacManus is nestled in close to Storm, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
MacManus not doing much here.
MacManus 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.
MacManus frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
MacManus cracks Storm with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
MacManus is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Storm can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
#T2#
Storm takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
MacManus controlling from mount.
MacManus has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Storm's face.
Storm taking shots to the head.
Storm's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacManus landing strikes from the mount.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacManus looking to finish Storm with some ground and pound. This is bad for Storm!
Storm 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.
MacManus controlling from the full mount.
Storm wants to try and get back to his feet.
MacManus landing strikes from the mount.#T3#
MacManus controlling his opponent.
Storm tries to get back to half guard but can't.
MacManus looking to control and managing it successfully.
Storm in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Storm is bucking up trying to escape but MacManus cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
MacManus controlling from mount.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
MacManus lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
MacManus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T4#
MacManus raining down hammerfists from mount.#SUB#
MacManus looking for a guillotine from mount but Storm is having none of it.
MacManus scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Storm?
MacManus controlling from the full mount.
MacManus lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacManus tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Storm taking shots to the head.
MacManus controlling his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor MacManus dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Hale Storm'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#
A head kick misses from Storm.
MacManus lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CL#
MacManus clinches with his opponent.
Storm wants to break the clinch but can't.
#TD#
MacManus works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
MacManus is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
MacManus advances to half guard.
MacManus looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
MacManus stalling.
MacManus's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T1#
Ground and pound from MacManus.
MacManus is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Storm taking some punishment here, with MacManus in his half guard.
MacManus is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Storm on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
MacManus works his way into side control.
Connor MacManus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
MacManus cracks Storm with a big elbow. #T2#
Storm is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #SUB#
MacManus tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no MacManus has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
MacManus working the ground and pound.
MacManus controlling from side mount. #SUB#
MacManus working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The referee asks MacManus politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. MacManus prefers to stall for the moment though.#T3#
MacManus has knee on belly and moves into mount.
MacManus lands with some strikes.
MacManus lands a nice shot to the head.
MacManus looking to control and managing it successfully.
Storm taking shots to the head.
Storm is bucking up trying to escape but MacManus cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#T4#
MacManus controlling from the full mount.
MacManus seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Storm for as long as he can get away with.
MacManus putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
MacManus postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Storm badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of MacManus around the waist but MacManus pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! MacManus is the winner by TKO! MacManus jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Connor MacManus!
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Event:
DFC Asylum 6
Date: Sep 17, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
MacManus clinches up with Longmire and pushes him back against the cage.
Longmire content to slow the pace in the clinch.
MacManus blocks an uppercut.
Longmire fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Longmire makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
MacManus escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Longmire throws an overhand right that lands on MacManus's shoulder, as MacManus tries to avoid the shot.
MacManus tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Longmire paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It seemed like Longmire was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
MacManus looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Longmire misses with a right hand #CL#
and MacManus moves into the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Longmire.
Nice body punch from Longmire - that landed with a thud.
MacManus manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Longmire lands an uppercut.#TD#
MacManus gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Longmire regains guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MacManus landing some decent shots from guard.
MacManus wants to control from the top but Longmire keeps moving.
Longmire really doesn't want to stay on the ground with MacManus. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T1#
Longmire wants to get back to his feet but MacManus is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
MacManus sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Longmire is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst MacManus is controlling him. #ES2#
Longmire has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. MacManus is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Longmire gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from MacManus.
Longmire misses with some punches.
Longmire cracks MacManus with a nice body shot.#TD#
MacManus turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Longmire tries to escape but MacManus is in control. #T2#
MacManus slows the pace down.
Longmire wants to get back to his feet but MacManus is dominant here and he's now got Longmire's back!
MacManus scores with strikes from the back.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Longmire is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Longmire covers up after that shot from MacManus.
MacManus is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Longmire is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get MacManus off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Longmire is trying to stand back up. #T3#
Longmire is trapped and MacManus is scoring with shots to the head and body.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Longmire trying to get back to his feet but MacManus is in full control for now.
MacManus punches Longmire on the ear.
Longmire trying to get back to his feet but MacManus is in full control for now.
MacManus loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Longmire hold on?
Longmire trying to get back to his feet but MacManus is in full control for now.
Longmire is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
MacManus has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Longmire.
Longmire is trapped and MacManus is scoring with shots to the head and body.
MacManus is riding his opponent, not letting Longmire buck him off. #T4#
Longmire trying to get back to his feet but MacManus is in full control for now.
MacManus is riding his opponent, not letting Longmire buck him off.
MacManus has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Longmire.
Longmire wants to get back to his feet.
MacManus looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacManus lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK. #SUB#
Longmire showing good submission defense here.
Oooh a big shot gets through from MacManus. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor MacManus dominated that round.
That's time! MacManus's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Longmire throws a lazy right hand but MacManus sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Longmire uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from MacManus.
Longmire has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as MacManus is landing a low percentage of strikes.
MacManus moves out of range as Longmire strikes.
MacManus is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Longmire uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacManus.
Longmire scores with a hook.
Jake Longmire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A telegraphed right hand from Longmire misses the target.
MacManus displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Longmire throws out the jab.
Longmire avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
MacManus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Longmire misses with a double jab.
MacManus is looking for a counter combo.
Longmire throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
MacManus throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Longmire.
Connor MacManus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
MacManus tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus goes for a double leg but Longmire avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Longmire continues to drive forward.
MacManus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Longmire misses with a wild body shot.
Longmire uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before MacManus has time to react.
Longmire waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MacManus.#T1#
MacManus's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and MacManus duly obliges.
Longmire throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
MacManus takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
MacManus misses with the combination.
MacManus scores with a leg kick.
#CL#
MacManus rushes Longmire and presses him up against the cage.
Longmire throws a head punch that misses.
Longmire fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#TD#
MacManus ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. MacManus no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as MacManus holds on and takes a little breather.
MacManus has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Longmire wants to stand but MacManus has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T2#
Longmire being controlled here momentarily.
Longmire tries to stand but MacManus is controlling from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now MacManus is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacManus is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
MacManus 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.#T3#
Longmire wants to get back to his feet but MacManus is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
MacManus will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
MacManus stands and throws Longmire's legs to the side, diving into side control.
MacManus lands a decent elbow from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacManus advances to full mount.
MacManus looking to control and managing it successfully.
Longmire is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
MacManus is in the full mount, landing strikes.
MacManus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Longmire can do to turn this around?
MacManus wants to control the pace but Longmire is squirming around nicely. #T4#
MacManus scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Longmire wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
MacManus controlling from mount. #SUB#
MacManus has control of Longmire's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Longmire regains control of the situation pretty easily.
MacManus lands a big shot there that rocks Longmire but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Connor MacManus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Longmire is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
MacManus looking to finish Longmire with some ground and pound. This is bad for Longmire!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Longmire is squirming around, avoiding MacManus's attempts to control the action.
MacManus connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor MacManus dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, 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#
MacManus ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#TD#
MacManus looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Longmire is looking to escape.
MacManus seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Longmire is trying to escape back to his feet but MacManus uses the scramble to pass into side control.
MacManus lands a decent elbow from side control.
MacManus is working Longmire over with some ground and pound from side control.
Longmire wants to get back to his feet but MacManus is dominant here and he's now got Longmire's back!
Longmire trying to get back to his feet but MacManus is in full control for now. #ES2#
Longmire is looking to stand back up. He's having to work hard to escape but eventually he manages it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MacManus misses with a few strikes there.
Longmire misses with a hook. MacManus ducked under it nicely.
Jake Longmire seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Longmire throws an uppercut from half a mile away. MacManus sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL#
MacManus forces Longmire back against the cage and clinches.#T1#
MacManus blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC#
MacManus breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Longmire tries to keep at a distance but MacManus has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
MacManus manages to break the clinch.
MacManus slips under a jab.
Longmire scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
MacManus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Longmire.
Longmire throws a shot from downtown. MacManus moves away and avoids it.
Longmire throws a shot from downtown. MacManus moves away and avoids it.
Longmire is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MacManus.
MacManus looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Longmire looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Longmire misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MacManus.
MacManus feinted with a counter takedown.
Longmire takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Longmire tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MacManus was well out of range. Poor timing from Longmire.#TD#
MacManus 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.
MacManus is standing up over Longmire. Longmire looks to escape but MacManus dives into side control.
Longmire takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#REVB#
Longmire is not content to let MacManus control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Longmire takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Longmire is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, MacManus asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Longmire is working to avoid the ground and pound but MacManus connects with a decent elbow.
MacManus is looking to take a break and control but Longmire is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
MacManus is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Longmire's shoulder. That is not cool.
MacManus passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Longmire!
Longmire wants to try and get back to his feet.#T3#
MacManus with the ground and pound from mount.
Longmire is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
MacManus controlling from the full mount.
MacManus landing strikes from the mount.
MacManus fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
#ROC#
Longmire is rocked!
MacManus controlling from the full mount.
Longmire is still in real trouble! Can MacManus finish him?
Longmire is in a horrible position here. MacManus smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
MacManus tries to control but Longmire wriggling away. #T4#
MacManus controlling his opponent.
Longmire seems to have recovered his senses.
MacManus trying to control but he's not successful this time.
You get the feeling that Longmire really doesn't like being in this position too much.
MacManus looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
MacManus content just to control the position here.
MacManus postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Longmire badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of MacManus around the waist but MacManus pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! MacManus is the winner by TKO! MacManus jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Connor MacManus!
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Event:
DFC Asylum 4
Date: Sep 03, 2016 |
#R1#
Skottilaine tries a head kick but it misses.
MacManus tries to counter with a takedown but Skottilaine is quick to defend against it.
MacManus tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Skottilaine swivels and escapes.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Skottilaine tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've been hearing reports that MacManus has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
MacManus stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#TD#
MacManus pulls guard successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skottilaine looking to sit in guard and control but MacManus gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
MacManus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
MacManus postures up.
MacManus lands a couple of elbows.#T1#
MacManus slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
MacManus wants to control from the top but Skottilaine keeps moving.
Skottilaine trying to keep a closed guard but MacManus is proving a slippery customer.
MacManus chips away with some ground and pound.
MacManus is working Skottilaine over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Skottilaine is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
MacManus looking to pass the guard.
Skottilaine being controlled here, momentarily.
Skottilaine really doesn't want to stay on the ground with MacManus. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Skottilaine keeping moving, preventing MacManus from controlling successfully.
MacManus scoring with some ground and pound. #T2#
MacManus wants to control from the top but Skottilaine keeps moving.
Skottilaine has MacManus pulled in close to control his posture.
MacManus won't allow Skottilaine to sweep him here.
MacManus wants to control from the top but Skottilaine keeps moving.
MacManus cracks Skottilaine with a solid left hand.
MacManus postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
MacManus content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
MacManus's corner is telling him to maintain position.
MacManus slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
MacManus working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
MacManus taking a breather here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Skottilaine can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Skottilaine might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control MacManus haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Skottilaine tries to bench press MacManus off him but MacManus keeps the position.
MacManus lands a decent elbow from side control.
MacManus in side control, just content to control the action for now.
MacManus wants to control but Skottilaine is keeping him busy.
MacManus lands a nice forearm strike.
MacManus landing a few strikes.
MacManus trying to control the position but Skottilaine is working away. #SUB#
MacManus is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Skottilaine has escaped the position, nice work there. #T4#
MacManus trying to control the action but Skottilaine is working from the bottom.
Skottilaine is trying to get back to half guard.
Skottilaine keeps trying to improve his position.
MacManus in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Skottilaine is being controlled here.
MacManus has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
MacManus tries to advance to mount but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
MacManus in side control, just content to control the action for now.
MacManus landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor MacManus dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
MacManus throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Skottilaine. #CL#
MacManus clinches up with Skottilaine and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
MacManus turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Skottilaine is trying to control MacManus's posture but MacManus avoids it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Skottilaine is not content to let MacManus control the position.
Skottilaine is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skottilaine is being controlled here.
MacManus trying to control the action but Skottilaine is working from the bottom.
Skottilaine regains half guard.#T1#
Skottilaine wants to control but MacManus is keeping busy.
MacManus performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
MacManus wants to free his trapped foot but Skottilaine is holding on for dear life with his legs.
MacManus controlling the pace.
Skottilaine is looking for a sweep. MacManus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Skottilaine is in trouble now - MacManus has advanced to mount!
MacManus takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2#
MacManus scores with a couple of good head shots there.
MacManus lands a big shot there that rocks Skottilaine but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Skottilaine wants to control but MacManus is having none of it.
MacManus lands a big shot there that rocks Skottilaine but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
MacManus controlling from the full mount.
MacManus landing strikes, looking to finish! #ROC#
Skottilaine is rocked!
MacManus postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Skottilaine badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of MacManus around the waist but MacManus pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! MacManus is the winner by TKO! MacManus jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Connor MacManus!
Timo Skottilaine spoke after the fight, saying 'Vittusaatanaperkele!'.
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SPFC 15
Date: Aug 05, 2016 |
#R1#
MacManus throws a body kick that misses
and Quang counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
MacManus displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Quang throws out the jab.
MacManus throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Connor MacManus seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Quang jabs MacManus to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Quang 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.
MacManus shoots and misses
and Quang counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Quang changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
MacManus throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Quang stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Quang swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by MacManus.
Quang keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A lazy body kick from MacManus
and Quang counters with a right hand to the body.
MacManus misses with a takedown
and Quang connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Quang wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A punch combination from Quang misses.
MacManus seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
MacManus fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Connor MacManus. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Quang connects with a single shot there.
Nice cross by MacManus.
Quang cracks MacManus with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
MacManus wants to clinch
letting Quang counter with a right hand.
MacManus throws a right hand that misses
and Quang counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vuong Quang is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
MacManus takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Quang lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Quang staying out of range there.
MacManus tries to land a body kick
and Quang counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Quang falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
so MacManus counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T2##SUB2#
Quang is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. MacManus is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Quang is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
MacManus postures up in Quang's guard and throws a big left but Quang blocks it.
MacManus trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
MacManus works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Quang wants to get back to full guard.
Quang wants to control the action here but instead MacManus manages to pass to full mount!
MacManus raining down shots from the mount!
Quang takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
MacManus trying to control but Quang is having none of it. #T3#
Quang tries to hold on but MacManus postures up.
Quang gets back to half guard.
Quang is not content to let MacManus control the position.
MacManus lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Quang is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but MacManus pulls his head out easily.
MacManus seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Quang does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Quang is looking to improve his position.
MacManus is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T4#
Quang has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. MacManus is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Quang looking for submissions off his back.
Quang is looking to control MacManus's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Quang avoid being mounted?
MacManus is trying to control the action in half guard but Quang is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
MacManus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB2#
Quang looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
MacManus prevents Quang from improving his position.
Well, if MacManus is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Quang is refusing to be controlled, as MacManus sits in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vuong Quang dominated that round.
That's time! MacManus's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
MacManus darts in trying to clinch
and Quang counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Quang moves forwards but MacManus connects with a nice, crisp jab.
MacManus tries a low kick but Quang avoids it.
Quang is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
MacManus walks into a left hand.
MacManus fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Quang's jab looks to have found its range, popping MacManus under the eye.
Quang misses with the combination.
#T1#
MacManus misses with a double jab.
Quang looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Some wild striking there from Quang.
Vuong Quang seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MacManus throws a body punch but Quang moves out of range.
MacManus takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Quang throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
MacManus misses with a jab to the body
and Quang counters with a nice uppercut.
Quang slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
MacManus takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Quang throws a body punch but MacManus moves out of range.
Connor MacManus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Quang misses with a wild body shot.
MacManus tries to close the distance and clinch but Quang swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
MacManus dives in and grabs Quang's left leg, looking for a takedown. Quang pushes down on MacManus's head and hops out.#T2#
MacManus tries to clinch but Quang moves away
and Quang counters with a one-two to the body.
Quang has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacManus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MacManus is looking to counter the offense by Quang and move into the clinch.
MacManus throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Quang is looking for the big counter here.
MacManus throws a lazy uppercut
and Quang counters with a right hand to the body.
MacManus takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Quang misses with a two punch combination.
MacManus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Quang was well out of range. Poor timing from MacManus.#CL#
MacManus has closed the distance and engaged Quang in a clinch.
MacManus goes for a takedown in the clinch but Quang prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Connor MacManus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Still in the clinch, Quang scores with a nice short uppercut.
MacManus is trying to drag Quang to the mat but Quang just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Quang lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T3#
Quang lands a right hand that snaps the head of MacManus backwards.
MacManus tries to score a body lock takedown but Quang shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Quang creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Quang tries a body shot but MacManus blocks it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Quang.
A nice left hand lands by Quang.
A short uppercut from Quang.
Quang tries a body shot but MacManus blocks it.
MacManus has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Quang is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
MacManus wants a takedown.
Nice body punch from Quang - that landed with a thud.
Quang lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of MacManus backwards.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Quang.
A left hand lands to the body for Quang.
#T4##TD#
MacManus jumps 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!
Quang postures up.
Quang slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Quang controlling the position from side mount.
Quang's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB2#
Quang thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Quang tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Quang has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vuong Quang showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
MacManus tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Quang paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Quang wants to counter with a clinch but MacManus pushes him away.
Quang lands a body shot.
MacManus misses with a body kick.
A nice side step and Quang releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nice jab there from Quang.
Quang scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
MacManus tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Quang swivels and escapes.
Quang now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Quang avoids the head kick by MacManus.
MacManus throws a right and a left that Quang avoids nicely.
A little jabbing left from Quang on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Quang scores with a one two! MacManus had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
MacManus darts in trying to clinch
and Quang counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacManus changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Quang tries to avoid it but MacManus manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Quang to the ground. Quang escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #T1#
Quang throws a big shot that misses.
Quang pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces MacManus back to the cage. Quang follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Quang missing with a left hand there. MacManus was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Quang checks a low kick from MacManus.
MacManus looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
MacManus connects with a nice looking jab.
MacManus misses with a leg kick
and Quang counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
MacManus clinches up against the cage.
Quang tries to throw a body punch but MacManus avoids it by throwing Quang back against the cage.
Quang misses with a punch on the inside.
Quang pushes MacManus back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
MacManus takes a shot to the head.
MacManus tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Connor MacManus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Quang lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Quang makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T2#
Quang scores with a shoulder strike.
MacManus prevents a body shot from Quang.
Quang lands a body punch in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Quang.
Quang swings away with an uppercut that misses.
MacManus working hard to break the clinch.
Quang lands with a short shot to the head. #TD#
MacManus gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
MacManus throwing strikes but missing.
Quang looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB2#
Quang looking for a triangle here. MacManus is fighting it but it looks tight! Quang pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, MacManus is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Vuong Quang!
Vuong Quang is the new featherweight champion!
A very excited looking Vuong Quang 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:
SPFC XII
Date: Jul 09, 2016 |
#R1#
MacManus misses with a shot to the body
and OQuinn counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
OQuinn punishes MacManus's body with a nice straight punch.
OQuinn throws a right and a left that MacManus avoids nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from MacManus misses the target.
MacManus tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. OQuinn manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by OQuinn.
MacManus throws a push kick but OQuinn slaps the foot to one side.
OQuinn bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of MacManus's head.
MacManus avoids the body shot from OQuinn.
MacManus goes for a double leg but OQuinn avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as OQuinn continues to drive forward.
OQuinn is clearly trying to counter these attacks from MacManus with a body shot.#TD#
MacManus closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into OQuinn's guard.
MacManus won't allow OQuinn to sweep him here.
MacManus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
MacManus postures up.
MacManus's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if OQuinn can do anything to dispel that myth.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
OQuinn controls MacManus momentarily but MacManus frees himself.
MacManus content to stall in guard here. #T1#
MacManus working some strikes from top position.
OQuinn controls MacManus momentarily but MacManus frees himself.
MacManus sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed OQuinn's guard.
MacManus prevents OQuinn from improving his position.
OQuinn really doesn't want to stay on the ground with MacManus. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
OQuinn trying to control here.
MacManus working OQuinn over with strikes.
OQuinn has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Elite Strikers. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
OQuinn trying to control here.
MacManus is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
OQuinn is trying to stand.
#T2#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. MacManus lands a nice short elbow.
OQuinn works his way to full guard. Good work.
MacManus stopping the sweep attempt from OQuinn.
MacManus forces his way into half guard.
MacManus 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.
MacManus scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
MacManus is thwarting OQuinn's attempts to control the position.
MacManus working over OQuinn with some ground and pound. OQuinn looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
MacManus slows the pace down in half guard.
OQuinn wants to control but MacManus is keeping busy and won't allow it.
OQuinn is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
MacManus winds up and cracks OQuinn with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are battling for position here. OQuinn manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
MacManus cracks OQuinn with a solid left hand.
MacManus tries to free his leg and advance position but OQuinn is retaining full guard.
MacManus is stalling in the full guard.
OQuinn working a defensive guard here.
MacManus works a leg free and moves into half guard.
OQuinn tries to get to full guard but MacManus has control of the leg.
MacManus lands strikes from half guard.#SUB#
MacManus has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can OQuinn defend it? MacManus steps over the head and cranks it - OQuinn is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for MacManus!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Connor MacManus!
Connor MacManus retains his featherweight title!
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Event:
SPFC IX
Date: Jun 17, 2016 |
#R1#
MacManus throws a low kick but Muratov moves out of range easily.
MacManus avoids the head kick by Muratov.
MacManus tries to land a front kick but Muratov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
MacManus definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Muratov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Muratov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#TD#
MacManus dives in and scores a takedown into Muratov's guard.
MacManus slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Muratov 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.
Muratov tries to escape but MacManus is in control.
Muratov prevents MacManus from improving position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus prevents Muratov from escaping the position.
MacManus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Muratov keeps working.
Muratov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T1#
Muratov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
MacManus is looking to take a break and control but Muratov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
A lull in the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Muratov tries to bench press MacManus off him but MacManus keeps the position. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Muratov prevents MacManus from improving position.
Check out the look on MacManus's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
MacManus trying to control the position but Muratov is working away.
MacManus working away.
MacManus scores with punches from side control.
MacManus scores with punches from side control.
Muratov is looking for a sweep.
Muratov prevents MacManus from moving into mount.
MacManus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Muratov keeps working. #T3#
MacManus is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Muratov's shoulder. That is not cool.
Muratov pushes MacManus away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, MacManus gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
MacManus working the head and body with strikes.
MacManus wants to control for a moment but Muratov uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
MacManus is trying to control the action in half guard but Muratov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Muratov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but MacManus scores with a couple of nice shots.
Muratov pushes MacManus off looking to stand but MacManus dives back in and keeps control.
MacManus prevents Muratov from improving his position.#T4#
Muratov pushes MacManus off but MacManus dives into side control.
Muratov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
MacManus working away.
MacManus is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
MacManus has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Muratov!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacManus landing punches.
MacManus raining down shots from the mount!
MacManus won't let Muratov get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor MacManus dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Muratov misses the jab.#TD2#
Muratov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Muratov showed some decent athleticism there.
Muratov is thwarting MacManus's attempts to control the position.
Muratov is looking to stall here but MacManus recovers full guard.
Muratov postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Muratov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Muratov has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of MacManus is proving hard to escape from. #T1##SUB#
MacManus working for a triangle but Muratov defends it easily.
Muratov wanted to stand there but MacManus had control of the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Muratov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
MacManus throws a solid leg kick but Muratov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at MacManus.
Muratov throws a sloppy head kick and MacManus moves out of range easily. #T2##CL#
MacManus closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
MacManus wants to take the fight to the mat but Muratov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC2#
Muratov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
MacManus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Muratov can do to turn this around?
A combination from MacManus does no damage.
MacManus fails to land with a series of punches.
Muratov throws a low kick but MacManus moves out of range easily.
Muratov misses with a double jab.
Muratov tries to clinch but MacManus is having none of it.
Muratov avoids the head kick by MacManus.
Muratov misses with a takedown attempt - MacManus sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
MacManus changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Muratov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Muratov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and MacManus counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #CL#
MacManus moves into range and clinches up with Muratov.#T3##BC2#
Muratov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from MacManus. Muratov does a little dance to reset his feet.
MacManus slaps away a takedown attempt from Muratov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
MacManus appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Connor MacManus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dmitry Muratov.
A jab lands there for MacManus.
Muratov dives in and grabs MacManus's left leg, looking for a takedown. MacManus pushes down on Muratov's head and hops out.
Muratov is breathing heavily.#TD2#
Muratov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Muratov showed some decent athleticism there. #ES#
MacManus kicks off Muratov and gets to his feet.
The fighters circle momentarily. MacManus darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Dmitry Muratov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice sprawl there from MacManus as Muratov shoots in.
Muratov avoids a kick to the body.
#T4#
MacManus lands a jab to Muratov's midsection.
Muratov walks into a straight right hand from MacManus.
Connor MacManus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
MacManus goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Jab by MacManus.
MacManus lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by MacManus.
Muratov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around MacManus's waist but MacManus gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Muratov off to one side. #CL#
MacManus gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Muratov can't break the clinch.
MacManus goes for a takedown in the clinch but Muratov prevents it.
#TD#
MacManus pulls Muratov into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Muratov postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor MacManus dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from MacManus.
MacManus blocks a head kick by Muratov.
Muratov circles away from the clinch attempt.
MacManus misses with a two punch combination.
MacManus has a takedown stuffed.#TD2#
Muratov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Muratov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB2#
Muratov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Muratov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1#
Muratov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
You can see the frustration on MacManus's face as Muratov controls the position.
MacManus is looking to regain half guard here but Muratov keeps moving and retains side control.
Muratov landing strikes.
Muratov wants to lay and pray for a moment but MacManus keeps working. #SU2#
Muratov stands up and beckons MacManus to his feet.
MacManus misses with a low kick.
Muratov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says MacManus as he avoids it easily. #T2#
A lazy body kick from MacManus #TD2#
and Muratov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Muratov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
MacManus tries to get to full guard but Muratov has control of the leg.
MacManus is trying to control but can't.
Muratov prevents MacManus from standing back up.
MacManus wants to control but Muratov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Muratov with the ground and pound but MacManus uses the opportunity to regain guard.
MacManus keeping full guard, as Muratov tries to pass.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T3#
MacManus trying to keep a closed guard but Muratov is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
MacManus lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#TD#
MacManus shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Muratov's guard.
Muratov wants to get back to his feet but MacManus is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
MacManus wants to control from the top but Muratov keeps moving.
MacManus makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
MacManus wants to control from the top but Muratov keeps moving. #T4#
MacManus postures up and lands a big shot to Muratov's brow.
Muratov working a defensive guard but MacManus manages to pass into side control anyway.
MacManus tries to move to mount but Muratov blocks the move with his legs. #SUB#
MacManus is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Muratov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
MacManus prevents Muratov from escaping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Connor MacManus did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4#
MacManus swings away with a leg kick that misses.
And Muratov tries to counter it with a takedown but MacManus pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Muratov throws a head kick but MacManus moves out of range.
#CL#
MacManus gets a clinch.
MacManus is trying to pull guard but Muratov has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Muratov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
MacManus tries to clinch up.
Muratov shoots in for a takedown but MacManus shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL2#
Muratov clinches up with MacManus and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
MacManus is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Muratov can't fight it off and eventually MacManus manages to take the fight to the floor. Muratov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES2#
Muratov is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. MacManus presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MacManus fails to pull guard.
A frustrated look appears on MacManus's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T1##BC2#
Muratov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
MacManus throws a front kick aimed at Muratov's knee but Muratov avoids it well.
A combination from MacManus does no damage. #TD#
MacManus shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Connor MacManus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
MacManus trying to control the action but Muratov is working from the bottom.
Muratov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Muratov regains full guard. Nicely done. #T2#
MacManus tries to free his leg and advance position but Muratov is retaining full guard.
MacManus lands a couple of digs.
MacManus landing with the ground and pound.
MacManus postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
MacManus trying to control the position from guard on top but Muratov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacManus distracts Muratov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Muratov keeping moving, preventing MacManus from controlling successfully.
Muratov looking for a sweep. Not yet Muratov, not yet. #T3#
Muratov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. MacManus manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB#
MacManus is looking for a triangle but Muratov pushes his legs off easily.
Muratov wanted to stand there but MacManus had control of the position.
MacManus is trying to control the position but Muratov postures up.
MacManus keeping moving, preventing Muratov from controlling successfully. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Muratov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Muratov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches MacManus napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Muratov controlling from side mount.
Muratov is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Muratov scores with punches from side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
MacManus tries to bench press Muratov off him but Muratov keeps the position.
You can see the frustration on MacManus's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Dmitry Muratov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! 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.
#R5##TD2#
Muratov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. MacManus is trying to defend but Muratov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Muratov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing MacManus to regain full guard. #ES#
MacManus manages to escape and get back to his feet.
#TD#
MacManus scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Muratov tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
MacManus working for a submission but Muratov is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
MacManus goes for an armbar but Muratov turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Muratov.
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.#T1#
MacManus keeping full guard, as Muratov tries to pass.
Muratov wants to stand and escape but instead MacManus has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
MacManus trying to control the position from guard on top but Muratov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacManus being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
MacManus working some strikes from top position.#SUB2#
Muratov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. MacManus defends it easily.
Muratov has momentary wrist control but MacManus slips an elbow through the middle.
Muratov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
MacManus landing some decent shots from guard.
MacManus tries to free his leg and advance position but Muratov is retaining full guard. #T3#
MacManus won't allow Muratov to sweep him here.
Muratov looking to control.
MacManus trying to control the position from guard on top but Muratov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacManus sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Muratov can't keep his opponent in guard - MacManus advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
MacManus stops Muratov from getting back to his feet.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
MacManus is trying to work for a kimura but Muratov is defending well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
MacManus with a jab.
The crowd cheers as MacManus lands an impressive looking overhand right. Muratov doesn't seem phased though.#TD2#
Muratov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging MacManus to the ground. Muratov is now in MacManus's guard.#SUB#
MacManus looking for a guillotine here but Muratov defends easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Muratov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as MacManus works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Connor MacManus showed his dominance in that final round.
Well MacManus 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 Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 49:46
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 49:46
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Connor MacManus!
Connor MacManus retains his featherweight title!
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Event:
SPFC 6
Date: May 28, 2016 |
#R1##CL#
MacManus moves into range and clinches up with Roy.
MacManus wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#TD2#
Roy gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
MacManus's coaches at Russian Fighting Community Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Roy lands with a punch from half guard.
Roy not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
MacManus is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Roy scores with a couple of nice shots.
Roy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Roy drops an elbow to the side of MacManus's head.
MacManus is not content to let Roy control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus gets back to full guard.
MacManus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Roy must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
MacManus looking for a guillotine here but Roy defends easily.
#T1#
MacManus pulls Roy in close to prevent any damage.
MacManus working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Roy. #SUB#
MacManus looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
MacManus looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
MacManus utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
MacManus is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Roy is aware though and is defending well.
MacManus wants to sweep here but Roy controlling him for the moment. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Roy got a little sloppy there for a moment and MacManus has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Roy has managed to get both his arms back between MacManus's legs - danger averted.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Roy working his ground and pound in the gym.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Roy's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #CUT2#
It looks like Connor MacManus has been cut.
MacManus has his hands on Roy's head, controlling the position.
Roy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Roy postures up and lands a big shot to MacManus's brow.
Roy with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
MacManus wants to sweep here but Roy controlling him for the moment.
Roy is in close to MacManus's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Roy throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Roy chips away with some ground and pound.
Roy working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #ROC2#
MacManus is rocked!
Roy postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Oh MacManus is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Roy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
MacManus working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Roy.
Roy postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
MacManus controls Roy momentarily but Roy frees himself.
MacManus wants to get back to his feet but Roy is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Roy is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Roy landing some decent shots from guard.
Roy content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Roy looking to sit in guard and control but MacManus gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
MacManus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Roy is keeping the position for now. #T4#
MacManus is fighting to break Roy's control of his arms but Roy is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
MacManus postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
MacManus seems to have got his legs back now.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as MacManus accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Roy can do anything to dispel that myth.
MacManus wants to control from the top but Roy keeps moving.
MacManus stopping the sweep attempt from Roy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacManus advances position into side control!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
MacManus wants to control but Roy is keeping him busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Precious Roy will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Connor MacManus's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Roy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but MacManus avoids it really well and circles away.
MacManus is looking to counter the offense by Roy and move into the clinch.
Roy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as MacManus sprawls well. MacManus wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Roy gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2#
Roy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches MacManus napping and manages to drive through into side control!
MacManus regains half guard, as Roy was trying to land strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus manages to get to full guard.
Roy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Roy trying to move into half guard but instead MacManus has managed to sweep!#REVR#
MacManus loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
MacManus is stalling in the full guard.
MacManus is looking to work some ground and pound but Roy has wrist control.
MacManus trying to move into half guard but instead Roy has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Roy passes MacManus's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
MacManus manages to get to full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now MacManus is on top in guard.
#REVR##T2#
Roy wants to stand but MacManus is controlling the position.
MacManus stays in close to Roy's body and controls the position.
MacManus trying to control the position from guard on top but Roy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacManus is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Roy wants to stand up but MacManus is controlling him. #T3#
MacManus with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
MacManus stands and throws Roy's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Roy pushes MacManus away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, MacManus gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB#
MacManus working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
MacManus trying to control the action but Roy is working from the bottom.
Roy gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #T4#
MacManus looking to ground and pound but Roy is blocking nicely.
MacManus prevents Roy from getting the reversal.
MacManus misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
MacManus landing strikes from the mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacManus content just to control the position here.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, MacManus cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor MacManus dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Connor MacManus's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
MacManus stuns Roy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
MacManus scores with a hook to the body. Roy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
No luck with that takedown attempt from MacManus.
Roy changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. MacManus tries to avoid it but Roy manages to keep hold of a leg and drag MacManus to the ground. MacManus escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Roy will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
MacManus tries a low kick but Roy avoids it.
MacManus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Roy moves away.
Roy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
MacManus swings for the body but Roy moves out of range.
#TD2#
Roy drives through with a takedown into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now MacManus is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Roy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
MacManus is stalling in the full guard. #T1#
Roy keeping full guard, as MacManus tries to pass.
MacManus sitting in guard, not really doing much.
MacManus trying to control the position from guard on top but Roy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Roy has momentary wrist control but MacManus slips an elbow through the middle.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
MacManus wants to pass the guard but Roy is keeping the position.
Roy keeping moving, preventing MacManus from controlling successfully.
MacManus content to stall in guard here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as MacManus accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
MacManus is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
MacManus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Roy swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
MacManus throws a big right hand that misses.
Roy avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
MacManus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Roy is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A head kick misses from MacManus.
Roy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#CL#
MacManus gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Roy drops to a knee looking for a takedown but MacManus gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Connor MacManus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Precious Roy.#TD#
MacManus gets control of Roy's arms and successfully pulls guard. MacManus will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Roy really doesn't want to stay on the ground with MacManus. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Roy makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T4#
Roy trying to control the position from guard on top but MacManus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Roy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of MacManus's head.#SUB#
MacManus looking for a guillotine here but Roy defends easily.
Roy is working MacManus over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
MacManus controls Roy momentarily but Roy frees himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacManus looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor MacManus clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Connor MacManus's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R4#
MacManus misses with a combination
#TD2#
and Roy counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Roy.
Roy trying to control the position from guard on top but MacManus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacManus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Roy can do to turn this around?
MacManus striking off his back but it's not causing Roy any problems.
Roy scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Roy postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacManus wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Roy trying to control but MacManus is working from the bottom. #SUB#
MacManus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Roy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Roy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Roy postures up.
Roy distracts MacManus with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
MacManus lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Roy keeping moving, preventing MacManus from controlling successfully.
MacManus will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Roy is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst MacManus is controlling him.
MacManus looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
MacManus trying to control but Roy is working from the bottom.
Roy utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
MacManus throws a strike but Roy rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Roy distracts MacManus with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Roy is in close to MacManus's body, working some short punches and elbows.
MacManus looking to control.
Roy trying to control but MacManus is working from the bottom.
Roy is working MacManus over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Connor MacManus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Roy pushes down on MacManus's leg and manages to get into half guard.
MacManus is trying to control but can't.
MacManus makes his way to full guard. A much better position for MacManus.
Roy scoring with punches to the head and body.
MacManus is trying to keep Roy in close.
Roy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of MacManus's head.
MacManus is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Roy working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
Roy working some strikes from top position.
Roy stopping the sweep attempt from MacManus.
MacManus looking to control.
MacManus preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
MacManus misses with the combination.
MacManus bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Roy's head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Roy shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Roy misses with a head shot. MacManus uses the momentum to regain guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Precious Roy dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Connor MacManus's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R5##TD2#
Roy drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES#
MacManus wriggles free and stands up. #TD#
MacManus fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Roy to the ground. MacManus is now in Roy's guard.
MacManus throws a big right hand that misses.
MacManus controlling from the top position.
Roy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Roy is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?#T1#
Roy keeping moving, preventing MacManus from controlling successfully.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
MacManus gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Roy gets a trip takedown into half guard.#ES#
MacManus has one foot on Roy's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#T2#
Roy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but MacManus swivels and escapes.
Roy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
MacManus scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MacManus stuffs the takedown attempt from Roy. Roy gets slowly back to his feet.
MacManus looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#TD#
MacManus closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - MacManus lands in his opponent's guard.
MacManus wants to control from the top but Roy keeps moving. #T3#
MacManus prevents Roy from getting back to his feet.
MacManus sitting in guard here, content to control.
MacManus working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
MacManus trying to control the position from guard on top but Roy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Roy keeping full guard, as MacManus tries to pass. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
MacManus scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#TD2#
Roy bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
An elbow from Roy crashes against the mat.
Roy working away.
Roy wants to control but MacManus is keeping him busy.
MacManus tries to buck Roy off but Roy is having none of it.
Roy is trying to move to mount but MacManus reverses beautifully and ends up in Roy's guard.
MacManus is looking to work some ground and pound but Roy has wrist control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Connor MacManus showed his dominance in that final round.
Well MacManus 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 Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 48:47
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 48:47
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Connor MacManus!
Connor MacManus is the new featherweight champion!
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Date: Apr 30, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Muratov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
MacManus pushes Muratov off and gets back to his feet.
Muratov tries a head kick but it misses.
Muratov darts in looking for a takedown but MacManus gets double underhooks and turns Muratov into the cage.
MacManus tries a low kick but Muratov avoids it.
Muratov circles away from the clinch attempt#TD2#
and Muratov counters with a single leg into guard. MacManus didn't expect that. #ES#
MacManus manages to escape and get back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Muratov tries a head kick but it misses.
#TD2#
Muratov shoots in and bounces MacManus off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
MacManus lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Muratov 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.#ES2#
Muratov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. MacManus has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#T1#
Muratov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
#TD#
MacManus jumps into guard, dragging Muratov to the mat.
Muratov stopping the sweep attempt from MacManus.
Muratov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Muratov advances position into side control!
Muratov tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. #T2#
Muratov is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
You can see the frustration on MacManus's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Muratov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Muratov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
MacManus is looking to regain half guard here but Muratov keeps moving and retains side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Muratov tries to stand but MacManus controls the position and pulls Muratov into his guard.
Muratov trying to control but MacManus is working from the bottom. #SUB#
MacManus is looking for a triangle but Muratov pushes his legs off easily.
Muratov is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
Muratov drops back, looking for a kneebar! MacManus looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. MacManus looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from MacManus! #REVR#
MacManus wants to control but Muratov is keeping him busy. #T4##SU#
MacManus stands up.
Muratov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Some wild striking there from Muratov.
MacManus closes the distance and clinches up with Muratov, looking for a takedown. MacManus pushes Muratov against the cage but Muratov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
MacManus throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Muratov's waist but Muratov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing MacManus off to one side.
MacManus tries to clinch but Muratov moves out of range.
Muratov avoids the head kick by MacManus.
#TD2#
Muratov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
MacManus is not content to let Muratov control the position.
Muratov wants to stand but MacManus has him controlled and pulls him back into his guard.
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 Connor MacManus will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
MacManus is looking to clinch but Muratov is avoiding it.
MacManus scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Muratov doesn't seem bothered though. #CL2#
Muratov drives through and clinches with MacManus against the cage.
#BC2#
Muratov manages to break the clinch.
Muratov darts in trying to clinch
and MacManus counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Muratov thinking.
Muratov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
MacManus shoots in looking for a takedown but Muratov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing MacManus's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
MacManus is looking to clinch but Muratov is avoiding it.
Muratov looks to land a body kick but MacManus moved away.
MacManus feinted with a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Muratov throws a sloppy head kick and MacManus moves out of range easily.
MacManus jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Some wild striking there from MacManus.
MacManus misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1#
A combination from Muratov does no damage.
Dmitry Muratov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Muratov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
MacManus tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL2#
Muratov has MacManus up against the cage in a clinch.
Muratov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from MacManus.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Connor MacManus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Muratov tries a body shot but MacManus blocks it.
MacManus leaning his opponent against the cage.#BC2#
Muratov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
MacManus tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T2#
Muratov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
MacManus seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Muratov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from MacManus.
Muratov tries to counter by closing the distance.#TD2#
MacManus gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Muratov to score an easy takedown into full guard.#ES#
MacManus has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Muratov has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
MacManus pulls guard successfully.
Muratov looking to pass the guard.
Muratov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
MacManus 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##T3#
Muratov trying to control but MacManus postures up.
Muratov is trying to stand up here but MacManus is controlling him well.
MacManus wants to take a breather but Muratov is having none of it. #SU#
MacManus stands up and beckons Muratov to join him on the feet.
Connor MacManus is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
MacManus 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.
A combination from Muratov does no damage.
Muratov throws a head kick but MacManus moves out of range.
MacManus swinging wildly here.
#T4#
Muratov throws a sloppy head kick and MacManus moves out of range easily. #TD2#
Muratov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
MacManus is looking to get back to is feet but Muratov passes into side control.
Muratov is breathing heavily.
MacManus manages to get back to half guard.
Muratov is thwarting MacManus's attempts to control the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Muratov tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Connor MacManus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Muratov tries to stand and escape but MacManus actually recovers to full guard.
MacManus bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Muratov's guard. #REVR#
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 Connor MacManus will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Muratov throws a sloppy head kick
and MacManus counters with a three punch combo that has Muratov backing up. Muratov nods at MacManus to acknowledge the strikes.
Dmitry Muratov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MacManus misses with the combination.
And Muratov responds with a good body kick, but MacManus manages to step out the way in time.
MacManus takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Muratov looks to land a body kick but MacManus moved away.
Muratov blocks a head kick by MacManus.
#TD2#
Muratov 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.#ES#
MacManus scrambles and gets back to his feet.
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!
A low kick from Muratov misses #CL#
and MacManus holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on MacManus's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
Muratov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Muratov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like MacManus was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
MacManus tries to bum rush Muratov with a series of wild strikes but Muratov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T1##TD2#
Muratov shoots in and gets a takedown into MacManus's guard.#ES#
MacManus has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Muratov off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Muratov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
MacManus closes this distance looking for a takedown but Muratov circles away.
Muratov tries to clinch but MacManus moves out of range.
Muratov checks a leg kick.
MacManus tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Muratov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - MacManus looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Muratov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL2#
Muratov closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Muratov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
MacManus shoots in looking for a takedown. Muratov tries to sprawl out of it but MacManus keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Muratov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Muratov is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.#T2#
MacManus avoids the head kick by Muratov.
MacManus tries to counter by clinching up but Muratov breaks away and moves out of range.
Muratov tries to clinch but MacManus moves away
and MacManus counters with a two punch combo.
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!#TD2#
Muratov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
MacManus tries to bench press Muratov off him but Muratov keeps the position. #SU2#
Muratov stands up and we're back to a striking position. #CL#
MacManus rushes Muratov and presses him up against the cage.
MacManus goes for a takedown attempt but Muratov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Connor MacManus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
MacManus shoots in for a double leg but Muratov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
MacManus tries to clinch but Muratov moves out of range.
Muratov throws a right and a left that MacManus avoids nicely.
MacManus tries to score a power double leg takedown but Muratov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten MacManus somewhat.#T3#
Muratov throws a half hearted mid kick.
A combination from Muratov does no damage.
Muratov swats away the attempt to clinch by MacManus.
Muratov throws a counter combo.
MacManus closes the distance and clinches up with Muratov, looking for a takedown. MacManus pushes Muratov against the cage but Muratov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL2#
Muratov clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Muratov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
MacManus misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Muratov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
MacManus avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Muratov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
MacManus is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Muratov defends well.#T4#
Muratov trying to control the position from guard on top but MacManus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Muratov works over MacManus with some ground and pound from guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now MacManus is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Muratov has a closed guard, preventing MacManus from standing up.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Connor MacManus.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for MacManus, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:28
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 29:29
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Connor MacManus!
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