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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 02, 2016 |
#R1##TD2# Marley fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Barlow to the ground. Marley is now in Barlow's guard. Barlow keeping moving, preventing Marley from controlling successfully. Barlow throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. Barlow tries to land a sweep but no joy. Marley wants to control from the top but Barlow keeps moving. Marley stopping the sweep attempt from Barlow. Barlow is trying to keep Marley in close.
Barlow manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Marley manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Marley looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Barlow content to stall in guard here. #T1# Barlow with a flurry of punches that miss. Barlow's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2# Marley is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Barlow is aware though and is defending well. Marley working a defensive guard here.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup. Marley looks winded! Marley manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Barlow manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##T2# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Marley preventing the sweep. Barlow might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Barlow is working hard here to advance position. Marley wants to control from the top but Barlow keeps moving. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Barlow really is a fat lump. Barlow has a takedown stuffed. It seemed like Marley was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3# Barlow goes for a double leg but Marley avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Marley continues to drive forward.#TD# Barlow closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Marley quickly recovers to half guard. Barlow not doing much here.
Marley has hold of Barlow's hands but Barlow slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T4# Marley has a hand on Barlow's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Barlow takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Marley tries to hold on but Barlow postures up. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Barlow lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Barlow lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Barlow lands a heavy elbow. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Barlow content just to control the position here. Barlow working the ground and pound effectively.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wilbur Barlow 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# Barlow looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Marley is fending him off so far but Barlow persists. Nope, Marley circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2# Marley takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2# Marley pulls Barlow into guard.
Barlow's corner is telling him to maintain position. Barlow throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Marley is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Barlow trying to control but Marley is working from the bottom. Barlow 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. Marley is breathing heavily. Marley is trying to keep Barlow in close.
Wilbur Barlow overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1# Barlow trying to control the position from guard on top but Marley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Barlow seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Marley scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Barlow manages to work his way to half guard, despite Marley 's best efforts. Marley prevents Barlow from improving his position.#T2# Barlow regains full guard. Nicely done. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Barlow is on top in guard.
#REVR# Barlow not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Barlow missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Barlow controlling from the top position. Marley avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T3##SUB# Barlow drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Barlow as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Marley screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Barlow! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Wilbur Barlow!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 13, 2016 |
#R1# Bell lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT2# It looks like Wilbur Barlow has been cut.#CL2# Bell closes the distance and pushes Barlow back into the cage. Barlow jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bell walks away with a smile on his face. Barlow gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL2# Bell clinches. #TD2# Bell has hold of one of Barlow's legs. Barlow is fighting the takedown attempt but Bell gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#ES# The fighters are working up against the cage. Barlow manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage. This has been an exciting period of action! Barlow blocks an uppercut.
Bell lands a knee to the body.
Barlow blocks a body shot from Bell. Barlow tries a body shot but Bell blocks it.
#BC2# Bell breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Barlow shoots for a takedown but Bell saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Bell. Barlow shrugs it off though. Barlow is breathing heavily.#T1##CL2# Bell has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC2# Bell escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD2# Bell closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Barlow quickly recovers to half guard. Bell drops an elbow to the side of Barlow's head. Bell tries to pass the half guard into mount. Barlow knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Barlow really is a fat lump. Barlow is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Bell moves nicely into side control. Bell is working Barlow over with some ground and pound from side control. Barlow is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2# Bell cracks Barlow with a big elbow. #SUB2# Bell is trying to get an arm triangle but Barlow is defending well. Bell trying to control the position but Barlow is working away. #SU2# Bell decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD2# Bell scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Bell performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3# Bell is trying to control. Barlow wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Bell perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Barlow has a hand on Bell's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Bell takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Bell controlling from mount. Barlow is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Bell lands a couple of good shots and Barlow has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#T4# Bell is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Bell gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Bell gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Bell apologises and we restart here on the feet.
#TD2# Bell gets a double leg takedown into Barlow's guard.#ES# Barlow manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#ROC2# Barlow is rocked! Oh Barlow is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Bell lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Barlow to his knees! Bell keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Russell Bell!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 02, 2016 |
#R1##TD2# Angelov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Barlow to the ground. Angelov is now in Barlow's guard. Angelov is standing up over Barlow. Barlow looks to escape but Angelov dives into side control.
Barlow knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Angelov on the ground.#REVR# Angelov is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Barlow will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already. Barlow is looking for a sweep. Barlow could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. Angelov has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Barlow! Angelov is stalling here but it's allowed Barlow to get half guard.
Angelov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Angelov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Barlow tries to roll over but Angelov keeps him under control. Barlow keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T1# The fighters are battling for position here. Barlow manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Angelov tries to free his leg and advance position but Barlow is retaining full guard. Angelov stopping the sweep attempt from Barlow. Angelov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Angelov works a leg free and moves into half guard. Angelov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Angelov is keen to just control but Barlow is a slippery customer. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Barlow is looking to improve his position.
Angelov wants to advance to full mount but Barlow doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T2# Angelov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Angelov won't allow Barlow to sweep him here. #SUB# Barlow is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Angelov defends well.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2# Angelov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#T3##SUB2# Angelov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Barlow, who protects the arm well. Barlow is looking to regain half guard here but Angelov keeps moving and retains side control. Barlow is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Well, if Angelov 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.
#SUB# Angelov moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Barlow. Barlow is looking to reverse the position.#T4# Barlow is breathing heavily. Angelov slows the pace down. Barlow tries to bench press Angelov off him but Angelov keeps the position. #SUB2# Angelov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Barlow knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Barlow is trying to get back to half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Angel Angelov dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# Angelov misses with a low kick.
Barlow half committed to a counter leg kick. Barlow avoids a kick to the body.
#TD# Angelov gets caught napping as Barlow dives in and scores a takedown. Angelov manages to retain guard.#SUB2# Angelov is looking for a triangle but Barlow pushes his legs off easily.
Angelov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2# Angelov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Barlow gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Barlow looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1# Angelov is trying to hold Barlow in close to prevent damage but Barlow has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB# Angelov is defending against the submission attempts here by Barlow.
Angelov has hold of Barlow's hands but Barlow slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Barlow controlling the pace. Angelov desperately trying to maintain half guard. Angelov wants to get back to his feet. Angelov gets full guard. Barlow wants to control from the top but Angelov keeps moving. #T3# Angelov pulls Barlow in to control the position. #SUB2# Barlow avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Angelov looking to control.
Barlow has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Angelov pulls Barlow in close to his closed guard and prevents Barlow from doing any damage or advancing position. Angelov controls Barlow momentarily but Barlow frees himself. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#TD2# Angelov shoots in and bounces Barlow off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Barlow is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Angelov dives into side control.
#REVR# Barlow is looking for a sweep. Barlow is working hard here to advance position. Angelov has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Barlow manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Angel Angelov will probably get the nod - 10:9. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round! #R3##TD2# Angelov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2# Angelov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Barlow knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Angelov. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man. Barlow manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Angelov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Barlow. Angelov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Barlow's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Barlow's back! Barlow tries to break free.
Angel Angelov has got the better of the ground game so far. 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!#SUB2# Angelov is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Barlow can't escape the position.
#T1##SUB2# Barlow is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Angelov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Barlow tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! Barlow tries to get back to half guard but can't. Angelov looking to control but Barlow is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Barlow bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T2##SUB2# Angelov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2# Angelov is looking to cinch up a triangle. Barlow throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Angelov's body to avoid the submission. Angelov has instead reached around Barlow's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Angelov arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Angel Angelov!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 08, 2016 |
#R1##TD2# Da Silva Minh gets the takedown into side control. Barlow tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2# Da Silva Minh is trying to get an arm triangle but Barlow is defending well. Barlow is looking to regain half guard here but Da Silva Minh keeps moving and retains side control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Barlow manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. Da Silva Minh wants to free his trapped foot but Barlow is holding on for dear life with his legs. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Da Silva Minh is trying to control the action in half guard but Barlow is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1# Da Silva Minh is taking a breather. Barlow 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. Da Silva Minh wants to pass to mount but Barlow is defending the position. Barlow is looking for a sweep. Da Silva Minh is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Barlow manages to get to full guard.
Da Silva Minh prevents Barlow from getting back to his feet. Barlow could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Barlow is on top in guard.
#REVR# Barlow throws an elbow that misses. Da Silva Minh uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Barlow's guard. Nice move by Da Silva Minh!#REVB##T2# Barlow controls Da Silva Minh momentarily but Da Silva Minh frees himself. Barlow avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Barlow 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. Da Silva Minh trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Barlow tries to land a sweep but no joy. Barlow is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T3# Da Silva Minh slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Da Silva Minh trying to control the position from guard on top but Barlow is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Da Silva Minh prevents Barlow from getting back to his feet. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Da Silva Minh changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Barlow looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Barlow is not content to let Da Silva Minh control the position. Barlow wants to control but Da Silva Minh postures up.#T4# Da Silva Minh wants to lay and pray for a moment but Barlow keeps working. Barlow is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Da Silva Minh off and has taken his back! Da Silva Minh looks winded! Da Silva Minh tries to break free.
Da Silva Minh covers up after that shot from Barlow.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Barlow's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#SUB# Barlow tightening his grip on Da Silva Minh, looking for the choke. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Barlow lands a shot to the head. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wilbur Barlow dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2##TD2# Da Silva Minh scores with a takedown into Barlow's guard. Da Silva Minh won't allow Barlow to sweep him here. Da Silva Minh wants to control from the top but Barlow keeps moving. Wilbur Barlow overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB# Barlow is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Da Silva Minh defends well. Da Silva Minh controls the pace of the fight for a moment. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Da Silva Minh won't allow Barlow to sweep him here. #SUB# Barlow has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Da Silva Minh can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1# Da Silva Minh trying to control the position from guard on top but Barlow is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Da Silva Minh won't allow Barlow to sweep him here. Da Silva Minh's corner is telling him to maintain position. Da Silva Minh wants to control from the top but Barlow keeps moving. Da Silva Minh throws a big right hand that misses. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up. Barlow might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Barlow lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Da Silva Minh is pulling down on Barlow's head to control his posture. Da Silva Minh looking for a sweep. Not yet Da Silva Minh, not yet. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Da Silva Minh can do anything to dispel that myth. Da Silva Minh is breathing heavily. Da Silva Minh keeping moving, preventing Barlow from controlling successfully. Da Silva Minh 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. Da Silva Minh controls Barlow momentarily but Barlow frees himself. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##TD2# Da Silva Minh closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Barlow did well to prevent Da Silva Minh getting side control. Barlow tries to kick Da Silva Minh off in order to stand up. Da Silva Minh Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control. Barlow tries to buck Da Silva Minh off but Da Silva Minh is having none of it. Da Silva Minh is looking to take a break and control but Barlow is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Barlow manages to get back to half guard. Da Silva Minh prevents Barlow from improving his position. Da Silva Minh throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4# Barlow tries to get to full guard but Da Silva Minh has control of the leg. The fighters are battling for position here. Barlow manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB# Barlow is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Da Silva Minh is aware though and is defending well. Da Silva Minh controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Barlow manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Da Silva Minh manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wilbur Barlow dominated that second 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! #R3##TD2# Da Silva Minh scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Barlow tries to get to full guard but Da Silva Minh has control of the leg. Barlow is trying to control but can't.
Barlow is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Barlow taking some punishment here, with Da Silva Minh in his half guard. #T1# Da Silva Minh prevents Barlow from standing back up.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Barlow tries to roll over but Da Silva Minh keeps him under control. Barlow moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Da Silva Minh trying to control the position from guard on top but Barlow is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Barlow is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Da Silva Minh is controlling him. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SU2# Da Silva Minh gets to his feet - Barlow follows without any prompting. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Barlow shoots in for a takedown but Da Silva Minh shows good takedown defense. Da Silva Minh leaves Barlow with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL2# Barlow tries to keep at a distance but Da Silva Minh has taken the fight into the clinch. Barlow jumps guard but Da Silva Minh stands there with Barlow around his waist. Barlow gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wilbur Barlow. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2# Da Silva Minh breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2# Da Silva Minh clinches with his opponent.
#T3##BC2# Da Silva Minh manages to break the clinch.
#TD2# Barlow tries to sprawl but Da Silva Minh drives through with a takedown into half guard. Da Silva Minh controlling the pace. 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. Da Silva Minh connects with a nice short shot to Barlow's temple. Da Silva Minh is controlling the pace.
Da Silva Minh is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Barlow tries to get to full guard but Da Silva Minh has control of the leg. #T4# Da Silva Minh wants to pass the guard but Barlow is defending well. Barlow gets full guard. Da Silva Minh wants to control from the top but Barlow keeps moving. Da Silva Minh looking to pass the guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Da Silva Minh trying to control but Barlow is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight! Neymar Da Silva Minh comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Barlow has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 29:28 Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 29:28 Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wilbur Barlow!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 20, 2016 |
#R1# Barlow throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ferreira's waist but Ferreira gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Barlow off to one side. Ferreira unleashes a big counter combination but Barlow bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Barlow shoots for a double leg takedown but Ferreira sprawls well. He's pushed Barlow's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Barlow tries to clinch up.#TD2# Ferreira bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Barlow is looking to get back to his feet here but Ferreira is keeping cool and he's managed to take Barlow's back. Ferreira connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Barlow to escape the position.
Barlow is trying to break free.
Ferreira doesn't have the hooks in and Barlow manages to turn into his guard.
Ferreira looks winded! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Barlow throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Barlow might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Barlow accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Barlow in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1# Barlow scoring with some ground and pound. Barlow trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Barlow controls from within his opponent's guard. Barlow could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Barlow'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. Ferreira is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Barlow stays in close to Ferreira's body and controls the position. #T3# Barlow working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Ferreira's head. Barlow with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Barlow is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Carlos Ferreira seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Barlow shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2# so Ferreira counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #ES# Barlow wriggles free and stands up. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wilbur Barlow. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# Barlow scores with a takedown into Ferreira's guard. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Barlow sitting in guard here, content to control. #T4# Barlow scoring with punches to the head and body. Barlow engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Barlow seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ferreira for as long as he can get away with. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wilbur Barlow dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2##TD# Barlow gets a takedown into half guard. Barlow controlling the pace. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Barlow lands strikes from half guard.#T1# Barlow not landing any meaningful shots this time. Ferreira is looking to improve his position.
Ferreira is breathing heavily. Barlow lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Barlow is figuring out what he wants to do next. Ground and pound from Barlow. Barlow content to control rather than advance. Barlow missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Ferreira is trying to stand up here but Barlow is controlling him well. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD# Barlow gets the takedown into side control. Barlow is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #SUB# Barlow working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. Barlow is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ferreira can do to turn this around?#SUB# Barlow is trying to get an arm triangle but Ferreira is defending well. #T3# Ferreira tries to get back to half guard but can't. Barlow lands an elbow. #SUB# Barlow looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Barlow cracks Ferreira with a big elbow. Barlow grinds an elbow into Ferreira's temple. Barlow looks up at the clock and then as Ferreira takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Barlow smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. We've been informed that Ferreira has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Ferreira taking punishment in the form of punches.
Barlow working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wilbur Barlow dominated that second 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R3##TD# Barlow shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Ferreira taking some punishment here, with Barlow in his half guard. Ferreira is looking to improve his position.
Barlow slows the pace down in half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Barlow landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Ferreira takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1##SUB# Barlow is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Barlow scoring with strikes to the body and head. Barlow is controlling the pace.
Barlow lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB# Barlow seems to be looking for submissions.
Barlow seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Barlow is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup. Barlow is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Barlow looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3##TD# Barlow shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ferreira manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Barlow lands a couple of elbows. Barlow controlling from the top position. #SUB2# Ferreira is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4# Barlow engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight! Wilbur Barlow showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Barlow, 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 Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 30:27 Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 30:27 Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wilbur Barlow!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 13, 2016 |
#R1##TD# Barlow closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Oliveira's guard. Oliveira wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Barlow manages to pass to side control. Oliveira looks winded!#REVB# Barlow is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Barlow looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Barlow is taking a breather. Oliveira 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. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Barlow could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. Barlow scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T1# Barlow perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Barlow not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Barlow landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Oliveira blocking the ground and pound attempt from Barlow. Oliveira looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Nice strikes from Barlow there. #SUB# Barlow is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Oliveira is just riding it out for now. Barlow eventually gives up the hold. Well, if Barlow 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.
#T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Barlow not landing any meaningful shots this time. Barlow is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB# Barlow seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB# Barlow is working for a kimura but Oliveira is defending it quite comfortably.
Barlow seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T3# Barlow throwing shots but Oliveira is blocking nicely. Barlow not doing much here.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace. Oliveira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Barlow is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Barlow is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB# Barlow has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Oliveira defend it? Barlow steps over the head and cranks it - Oliveira is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Barlow!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Wilbur Barlow!
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