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LIA 24: Face Down In The Muck
Date: Dec 17, 2016 |
#R1# A jab lands there for Mayweather.#TD# Frank shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES2# Mayweather has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Frank is on him like a limpet, forcing Mayweather back against the cage. Frank tries to break the clinch but Mayweather is controlling the position. Frank has Mayweather pressed against the cage, preventing Mayweather from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Mayweather is trying to break free. Mayweather is trying to push Frank away but Frank has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Mayweather looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Frank prevents Mayweather from breaking the clinch. Mayweather wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Frank has him pressed against the cage. Mayweather wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mayweather wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Frank really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Mayweather lands a nice shot to the body. Mayweather wants to get back to striking at distance but Frank won't allow it.
#T1# Mayweather tries to break free but Frank pushes him back against the cage. Mayweather is trying to break free. Frank tries to break free but Mayweather pushes him back against the cage. The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Mayweather is trying to force a seperation but Frank has the dominant position. Frank jumps guard but Mayweather turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Mayweather wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Mayweather looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Mayweather working hard to break the clinch. Mayweather wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Frank keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Mayweather's efforts to push away. Mayweather wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Frank keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Mayweather's efforts to push away. Mayweather is looking to break free of the clinch but Frank has double underhooks. Mayweather is trying to push Frank away but Frank has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Mayweather is trying to break the clinch but Frank has him pressed against the cage. Frank tries to pull guard but Mayweather won't allow it.
#BC2# Mayweather pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Frank just misses with a punch to the body.
Mayweather scores with a hook. Mayweather lands a slapping body shot.
Mayweather throws out a loose jab but Frank uses good head movement to avoid it. A left lands for Mayweather. Frank fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mayweather is out of range. Frank tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T3# Frank takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Mayweather stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Frank. Mayweather throws out a powerful jab. Mayweather lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Frank at a distance.
Frank uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mayweather. The fight stays on the outside here - Frank looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Frank tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mayweather paws at him with a jab and circles away. Mayweather with the counter takedown but Frank avoids it easily. Frank on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Frank slips a jab from Mayweather. Floyd Mayweather seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Frank throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Mayweather scores with a jab to the head.
#T4# Mayweather lands with a right hand. We've been informed that Mayweather has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Mayweather tried to score with a low kick but Frank checks it. Frank buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mayweather fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. No luck with that takedown attempt from Frank. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joos Frank. That's going to take a lot out of him. Frank swinging wildly here.
Mayweather shoots in but Frank avoids the takedown attempt easily. Mayweather tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Frank was well out of range. Poor timing from Mayweather. Mayweather is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Frank had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté. Frank walks into a stiff left hand from Mayweather. Frank fails with the takedown. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Floyd Mayweather dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Frank blocks a jab. Sloppy strikes from Mayweather. Those never looked like landing. #TD# Frank shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Mayweather is staying active underneath Frank, who seems content to just control the action from this position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Frank controlling the action here. #ES2# Mayweather pushes Frank off and gets back to his feet.#T1# Frank takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Mayweather connects with a good right hand that stumbles Frank. Frank circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Mayweather fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Frank half committed to a counter leg kick. Mayweather lands a jab to Frank's midsection. Mayweather looks to throw the jab but Frank is out of range. Frank fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Mayweather is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Floyd Mayweather seems to be getting the better of the standup. Frank dives in for a single leg takedown but Mayweather sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Mayweather avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mayweather thuds a left hand into Frank's body.#T2# Nice uppercut lands for Mayweather. That snapped Frank's head back.
Mayweather goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Frank is looking to clinch. Frank is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight. Mayweather misses the jab. Nice straight punches there by Mayweather. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mayweather. A big right from Mayweather misses. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Mayweather throws a push kick but Frank slaps the foot to one side. Mayweather has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Mayweather throws a hook but Frank blocks it. Frank shoots for a takedown but Mayweather saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joos Frank. That's going to take a lot out of him. Mayweather jabs Frank right on the nose. Frank blinks but takes it well. Mayweather throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Frank fails with an attempt to clinch.
And Mayweather tries to counter it with a takedown but Frank pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T3# Mayweather connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Frank's hands. Mayweather lands a head shot. Joos Frank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Frank walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Mayweather checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Frank slips under a jab from Mayweather. Frank appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Jab from Mayweather. Mayweather avoids the head kick by Frank.
Mayweather cracks Frank with a right hand to the side of the head. Mayweather throws a good cross that connects.
Frank misses with a head kick.
Mayweather drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Frank defends it well. Mayweather throws a push kick but Frank slaps the foot to one side. Frank shoots in looking for a takedown. Mayweather tries to sprawl out of it but Frank keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mayweather manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T4# Mayweather scores with a jab. Mayweather lands a head shot. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Mayweather misses with a wild body shot. Mayweather lands an overhand right. Frank misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mayweather misses with a looping left. Frank misses with a body kick. Mayweather looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Frank changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Mayweather tries to avoid it but Frank manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Mayweather to the ground. Mayweather escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Floyd Mayweather showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Frank misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Mayweather throws out a powerful jab. Frank shoots in looking for a takedown. Mayweather tries to sprawl out of it but Frank keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mayweather manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Frank looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Frank moves out of range as Mayweather throws a body kick.
Mayweather jabs Frank to the body, keeping him at a distance. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mayweather uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Frank.
Mayweather swings for the body but Frank moves out of range.
Frank avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T1# Frank keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mayweather. Frank is looking to clinch but Mayweather is avoiding it.
Mayweather 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.
Frank takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Mayweather with a hook. Frank misses with a low kick. Frank throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mayweather sees it coming and avoids it easily. Mayweather changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Mayweather swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Frank. Mayweather throws the left hand but Frank avoids the punch easily. Frank looks to land a combination but Mayweather avoids it well. Frank throws a nice looking combination but Mayweather bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. A head kick from Frank lands but Mayweather takes it in his stride. #T2# Mayweather lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
This has been an exciting period of action! Mayweather punishes Frank's body with a nice straight punch. Mayweather works over Frank's head and body with a nice combination.#ROC2# Frank is rocked! Mayweather tries a head kick but it misses.
Frank dodges the punch combination from Mayweather.
Mayweather throws a right hand that Frank ducks under and follows up with a left that Frank also avoids with ease. Mayweather scores with a jab to the body. Mayweather closes this distance looking for a takedown but Frank circles away. Mayweather takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Frank throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Mayweather's waist but Mayweather gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Frank off to one side. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joos Frank. That's going to take a lot out of him. Frank throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Mayweather lands with a good body shot.#T3# Mayweather scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. A looping hook to the body misses from Frank. Mayweather does a little dance to reset his feet. Sloppy strikes from Frank. Those never looked like landing. Frank uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mayweather. Mayweather tries a head kick but it misses.
Mayweather throws the left hand but Frank avoids the punch easily. Mayweather swats away the attempt to clinch by Frank. Frank shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Joos Frank has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! A right-left combo lands from Mayweather. Floyd Mayweather is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4# Mayweather fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Frank is out of range. Mayweather's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Mayweather duly obliges. Oh Frank is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Mayweather paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. This has been an exciting period of action! Frank shoots in but Mayweather avoids the takedown attempt easily. Mayweather cracks Frank with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Mayweather scores with a jab to the jaw. Mayweather lands with a shot to the body. Mayweather catches Frank with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Frank shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mayweather as he jumps to the side. Frank throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Mayweather is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Frank misses with a body kick. Mayweather blocks a head kick by Frank.
And that's the end of the fight! Floyd Mayweather comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Mayweather has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 27:30 Judge David Hoff scores the fight 27:30 Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Floyd Mayweather! A very excited looking Floyd Mayweather rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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LIA 17: Mark It Zero!
Date: Nov 23, 2016 |
#R1# Walker tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Frank was well out of range. Poor timing from Walker. Frank looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight! Walker fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Frank to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Frank looks to clinch but Walker throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Frank taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Melvin Walker! After winning the bout, Melvin Walker thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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LIA 10: I Got A Rash, Man
Date: Oct 29, 2016 |
#R1# A slapping body kick lands there for Gumilang.#CL# Frank tries to keep at a distance but Gumilang has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD# Gumilang has hold of one of Frank's legs. Frank is fighting the takedown attempt but Gumilang gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Gumilang is looking to stand up but Frank won't let him. Frank wants to stand but Gumilang is controlling the position. Frank preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Frank wants to sweep here but Gumilang controlling him for the moment. Gumilang definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Frank utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Frank wants to sweep here but Gumilang controlling him for the moment. Gumilang not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Frank wants to stand and escape but Gumilang is having none of it. #T1# Gumilang is looking to stand up but Frank won't let him. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Gumilang keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL# Gumilang rushes Frank and presses him up against the cage.#TD# Gumilang gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #ES2# Frank kicks Gumilang off and gets to his feet. Frank is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#CL# Gumilang darts in and clinches Frank up against the cage. Gumilang lands an elbow that stopped Frank in his tracks for a moment. Knees in the clinch landing for Gumilang.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Gumilang creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Frank's defenses. Gumilang lands a damaging elbow. Frank wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#T2# Gumilang cracks Frank with a nice body shot. Frank is trying to force a seperation but Gumilang has the dominant position.#BC# Gumilang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Gumilang lands with a kick to the ribs.
Frank tries to bum rush Gumilang with a series of wild strikes but Gumilang uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Gumilang scores with a three punch combo!
#CL# Gumilang forces Frank back against the cage and clinches. Gumilang presses Frank against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Gumilang working Frank over with knees to the body. Frank looks winded! Gumilang landing knees to the body.
#BC# Gumilang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Frank has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Frank looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T3# Frank misses with a series of wild punches.
Gumilang misses with a jab, cross combination.
Gumilang connects with a crisp jab. #TD# Gumilang 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.#SU# Gumilang stands up from Frank's guard - Gumilang perhaps looking for a knockout. Gumilang scores with a kick to the midsection.#CL# Gumilang closes the distance and pushes Frank back into the cage. Gumilang putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Frank in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#T4# Frank jumps guard but Gumilang turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Elang Gumilang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joos Frank.#BC# Gumilang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL# Gumilang takes the fight into the clinch. This has been an exciting period of action! Gumilang dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. A frustrated look appears on Frank's face as he tries to break the clinch. #TD# Frank is fighting off a takedown attempt but Gumilang is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Frank to the mat. Frank regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2# Frank pushes Gumilang off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #CL# Gumilang pushes Frank up against the cage in a clinch. Gumilang blocks an elbow strike. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Elang Gumilang dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Gumilang throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Gumilang turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Gumilang defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Frank.#CL# Gumilang has closed the distance and engaged Frank in a clinch.
Frank jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Gumilang walks away with a smile on his face. Frank gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Frank dodges the punch combination from Gumilang.
Frank shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Gumilang defends it nicely. Elang Gumilang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joos Frank. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL# Gumilang clinches. #T1# Frank wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Knees to the body from Gumilang.
Frank is breathing heavily. Gumilang crunches a lovely knee into Frank's ribcage. Frank takes an elbow to the forehead. Gumilang has Frank pressed against the cage, preventing Frank from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Stalling in the clinch from Gumilang.
Gumilang using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Gumilang lands an elbow inside. A nice glancing elbow lands by Gumilang. Gumilang lands a body punch in the clinch. Gumilang lands an uppercut. Frank letting Gumilang take a breather here.#T2# Gumilang landing some nice looking knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD# Gumilang has Frank pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Gumilang pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Frank tumbling to the mat - Gumilang dives into Frank's guard.#SU# Gumilang decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. Gumilang slips a jab and a cross from Frank.
#CL# Gumilang has taken the fight to the clinch.
Gumilang displaying some good clinch control by pressing Frank up against the cage. Gumilang landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
#BC# Gumilang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T3##CL# Gumilang fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Frank, pushing him back against the cage. Frank has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Gumilang is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Gumilang putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Frank in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Gumilang landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Gumilang utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Knees to the body from Gumilang.
Gumilang lands a knee to the body.
Gumilang is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Frank can do to turn this around? Gumilang crunches a lovely knee into Frank's ribcage. Gumilang lands a knee to the body.
#BC# Gumilang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL# Gumilang clinches up with Frank and pushes him back against the cage.#T4# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Gumilang pushes Frank back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Gumilang lands a nice elbow. Gumilang lands a nice knee to the body. Gumilang has Frank pushed against the cage. Gumilang lands a left hand.
Gumilang lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Frank or not. #TD# Gumilang lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Elang Gumilang overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SU# Gumilang postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Frank to stand up. #CL2# Frank takes the fight into the clinch. Gumilang lands a right hand that snaps the head of Frank backwards. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Elang Gumilang dominated that second round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. 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# Frank tries a head kick but it misses.
Gumilang throws a head kick that misses. #CL# Gumilang clinches with his opponent.
Frank being controlled against the cage.#BC# Gumilang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL# Gumilang clinches up with Frank and pushes him back against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Gumilang slows down the pace here.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Gumilang. Frank fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T1# Gumilang landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Frank takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Gumilang obliges. Nice elbow from Gumilang. Gumilang unloads a knee to the mid-section. Frank is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Gumilang working Frank over with knees to the body. Gumilang putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Frank in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. A short body shot lands from Gumilang as the two fighters clinch.
Gumilang makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Nice elbow from Gumilang. A right handed body shot lands from Gumilang.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD# Gumilang has Frank pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Gumilang pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Frank tumbling to the mat - Gumilang dives into Frank's guard.#SU# Gumilang stands up and waves to Frank to follow him. #T2##CL# Frank gets tackled into the cage by Gumilang. Gumilang maintains the clinch. Frank wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Frank takes an elbow to the temple. Gumilang landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
#BC# Gumilang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL# Frank tries to keep at a distance but Gumilang has taken the fight into the clinch. Gumilang unloads a knee to the mid-section.#T3# Gumilang scores a nice knee to the body.
Gumilang lands a nice elbow. Gumilang controlling the action here for a moment.
#BC# Gumilang manages to break the clinch.
Frank will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Gumilang misses with a wild combination.
Joos Frank has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Frank takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T4##CL2# Frank clinches up with Gumilang and pushes him back against the cage. Frank takes an elbow to the temple. Gumilang working Frank over with knees to the body. Gumilang lands a damaging elbow. Elang Gumilang has scored more points in the clinch so far. Gumilang lands a good knee to the midsection. Frank won't want to take too many of those. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC# Gumilang breaks the clinch.
Frank tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Gumilang defends well and Frank ends up having to push Gumilang into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Elang Gumilang is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Elang Gumilang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joos Frank. A head kick misses from Gumilang. #CL# Gumilang clinches with his opponent.
Gumilang lands a nice knee to the body.
And that's the end of the fight! Elang Gumilang showed his dominance in that final round. Well Gumilang has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 30:25 Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 30:25 Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Elang Gumilang! During a confident post fight interview, Elang Gumilang thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
LIA 8: Eight Year-Olds, Dude
Date: Oct 22, 2016 |
#R1# Sloppy strikes from Frank. Those never looked like landing. Diaz goes for a double leg but Frank avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Frank continues to drive forward. Frank looks to land a combination but Diaz avoids it well. Diaz throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
#CL2# Diaz closes the distance and clinches. #BC2# Diaz manages to break the clinch.
#TD# Diaz gets caught flat footed, as Frank shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES2# Diaz pushes Frank off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. This has been an exciting period of action! Frank leaves Diaz with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL2# Diaz closes the distance and pushes Frank back into the cage.#BC2# Diaz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Diaz scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#CL2# Diaz rushes Frank and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD# Frank has hold of one of Diaz's legs. Diaz is fighting the takedown attempt but Frank gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#T1# Frank looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2# Diaz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Frank looking to pass the guard. #SUB2# Diaz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Frank looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Diaz wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Frank is now in half guard. #T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Frank trying to control the pace. Diaz trying to control but Frank postures up.
Frank controlling the pace. Diaz lands a couple of sideways elbows. Diaz is looking to control Frank's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Diaz avoid being mounted? Frank really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Diaz tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. Frank wants to free his trapped foot but Diaz is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2# Diaz is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Frank pulls his head out easily. #T3# Frank wants to control but Diaz is keeping him busy. Frank perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2# Diaz actively working from the bottom here. Frank will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Frank is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Diaz is looking to get to half guard. Diaz looks winded! Frank controlling from mount. Diaz bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T4# Frank keeping moving, preventing Diaz from controlling successfully. #SUB2# Diaz drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Frank manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Diaz has Frank in his guard.#REVR# Frank working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Diaz's head. Diaz throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Frank is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SU# Frank stands up from guard. Let's bang! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Nate Diaz will probably get the nod. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R2# Diaz works the jab nicely. Diaz goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#TD# Frank shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Diaz napping and manages to drive through into side control! Frank working the body and head with strikes. Diaz tries to improve position but can't. Frank just content to control the position. #SU# Frank decides to stand back up. Diaz avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Frank tries to score a power double leg takedown but Diaz sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Frank somewhat. Diaz is looking for the big counter here. A nice inside leg kick there by Frank. That's going to slow Diaz down. #T1##CL2# Diaz has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC2# Diaz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD# Frank looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Diaz! Frank wants to control but Diaz is keeping him busy. Frank taking a breather here. Frank is looking to take a break and control but Diaz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SU# Frank stands up. #TD# Frank drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#T2# Diaz is looking for a sweep. Frank tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #ES2# Diaz explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2# Diaz darts in and clinches Frank up against the cage. A left hand lands to the body for Diaz.
Frank is trying to maintain a safe position but Diaz gets an underhook and turns Frank into the cage.#BC2# Diaz breaks the clinch.
A punch combination from Diaz misses. An attempted straight right counter from Frank misses the target. Diaz misses with a few strikes there.
Frank tries to counter with a takedown but Diaz is quick to defend against it. Diaz throws a series of punches but Frank avoids them all with ease. Diaz is breathing heavily.#T3# Frank slips a jab and a cross from Diaz.
Diaz throws a chopping leg kick but Frank manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Nate Diaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Frank circles away from the clinch attempt.
#TD# Frank fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Diaz sprawls well initially but Frank persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Diaz wants to get back to full guard. Frank controlling the pace. Frank has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SU# Frank stands up out of the half guard. #T4# Frank fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Frank throws the kick towards the body but Diaz avoids it. Diaz fails with an attempt to clinch.
Diaz throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Frank's waist but Frank gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Diaz off to one side. #TD# Frank looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB2# Diaz has an active guard here but Frank has managed to pass into half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Frank lands a nice short elbow. Frank controlling the action here. 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 Joos Frank will probably get the nod. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3##TD2# Diaz looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Diaz tries to stand but can't do so whilst Frank controls his leg. Frank is staying active underneath Diaz, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Diaz in particular looking to stall. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diaz stalling away here and it's allowed Frank to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. Frank wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1# Frank tries to land a sweep but no joy. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Frank managing to control the position. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Diaz throws a hook but Frank blocks it. Frank swings for the body but Diaz moves out of range.
Diaz dodges the punch combination from Frank.
Diaz steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Frank.#CL2# Diaz drives through and clinches with Frank against the cage.
#BC2# Diaz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Joos Frank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2# Diaz throws the left hand but Frank avoids the punch easily.#CL2# Diaz gets a clinch. A nice glancing elbow lands by Frank. Diaz working some nice short punches in the clinch. Diaz lands with a short shot to the head. Diaz looks to throw an elbow but misses. Frank misses with some punches.
#BC2# Diaz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Frank connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Diaz momentarily.
Diaz takes a kick to the side of the head. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! No joy there for Diaz, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Diaz takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Diaz misses with a double jab.
Diaz looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD2# Diaz decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES# Frank manages to escape and get back to his feet! #T3# Diaz swats away the attempt to clinch by Frank. Diaz throws a body kick that misses. #CL# Frank forces Diaz back against the cage and clinches. Diaz tries to break the clinch but Frank is controlling the position. Frank is pressed up against the cage. Diaz has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Frank down to the mat. Frank avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Frank cracks the inside of Diaz's front leg. #TD# Frank shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Frank was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SU# Frank stands up and beckons Diaz to his feet. #CL# Frank instigates a clinch. #T4# Frank tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Diaz just stands there and leans against the cage. Frank lands a damaging elbow. This has been an exciting period of action! Diaz is trying to break the clinch but Frank has him pressed against the cage. Frank drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Diaz gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#TD# Frank gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Frank controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Diaz can't keep his opponent in guard - Frank advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Frank moves into side control, avoiding the strikes from Diaz.
Frank 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 Diaz's shoulder. That is not cool.
And that's the end of the fight! Joos Frank showed his dominance in that final round. I think Frank 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 Peter Branson scores the fight 29:28 Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:29 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Joos Frank!
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Event:
LIA 4: You Mean Coitus?
Date: Oct 08, 2016 |
#R1# Frank missing with a left hand there. Kazakov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD# Kazakov tries to sprawl but Frank drives through with a takedown into half guard. Kazakov wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2# Kazakov looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Frank wants to stand but Kazakov has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. Kazakov has his hands clasped together around Frank's back. He's all about the action. Frank will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kazakov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1# Kazakov regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Frank. #SUB2# Kazakov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Frank really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Frank has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Kazakov is proving hard to escape from. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kazakov holds on and takes a little breather. Kazakov wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2# Kazakov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Frank defends it easily. Kazakov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Frank being controlled here momentarily. #SUB2# Frank stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Kazakov throws up his legs and catches Frank in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Frank tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Kazakov! That came out of nowhere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Vasilliy Kazakov!
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Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 01, 2016 |
#R1# Frank scores with a three punch combo!
Starr takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#TD# Frank shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Starr has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SU# Frank decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. Frank is looking to clinch but Starr is avoiding it.
A punch combination from Frank misses. #TD# Frank closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Frank lands in his opponent's guard. Frank has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Starr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1# Frank showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Starr is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Frank tries to free his leg and advance position but Starr is retaining full guard. #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. Frank throwing strikes but missing. Starr is pulling down on Frank's head. It's preventing any offense from Frank, at least for the moment. We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup. Frank wants to stand but Starr has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Frank throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Starr's head. Frank scores with a three punch combo!
#T3# Frank lands a head kick. Starr smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Frank misses with a combination
#TD2# and Starr counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Frank! Starr wants to control but Frank is keeping him busy. #SUB2# Starr is trying to get an arm triangle but Frank is defending well. Starr taking a breather here. #T4# Frank is looking to reverse the position. Starr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Frank keeps working. #SUB2# Starr is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Frank knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Starr is trying to move to mount but Frank reverses beautifully and ends up in Starr's guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joos Frank dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2##CL# Frank instigates a clinch. Starr is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Frank is defending well. Starr has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Frank is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD# Frank jumps guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Frank wants to sweep here but Starr controlling him for the moment. Starr is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Starr wants to pass the guard but Frank is keeping the position.#T1# Frank can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Starr controls the pace. Starr passes Frank's left leg - he's now in half guard. Frank wants to get back to full guard. Frank is controlling Starr's position as best he can from this difficult position. Joos Frank overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2# Starr is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Frank defends it well. #SUB2# Frank is defending against the submission attempts here by Starr.
#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Starr prevents Frank from improving his position. Frank wants to control but Starr is keeping busy and won't allow it. Starr wants to take a breather but Frank is having none of it. #SUB2# Starr is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Frank doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Starr. Frank tries to get to full guard but Starr has control of the leg. #T3##SUB2# Starr seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2# Starr is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Frank tries to get to full guard but Starr has control of the leg. #T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Starr wants to pass to mount but Frank is defending the position. Frank is staying active underneath Starr, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Joos Frank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD# Frank drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Frank showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Starr has control of Frank's left arm, preventing Frank from doing any damage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Joos Frank will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3# Starr on the wrong end of a nice hook. Frank is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Starr can do to turn this around?#TD# Frank shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Starr is trying to defend but Frank finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Frank is controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Starr is looking to improve his position.
#T1##SU# Frank stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. A head kick misses from Frank. Starr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Starr takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#TD# Frank closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Starr looking for a sweep but Frank has passed into full mount! Oh no! Frank content just to control the position here. #T2# Starr keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Starr manages to regain half guard. Good work. Frank trying to mount his opponent but Starr defends it. Frank is taking a breather. Starr 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. Frank thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Starr's head. #T3# Starr wants to get back to full guard. Frank seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Starr does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Frank sitting and controlling from the half guard. Starr tries to roll over but Frank keeps him under control.#SUB2# Starr actively working from the bottom here. Joos Frank is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Frank performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Starr on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Joos Frank seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Frank tries to close the distance and clinch but Starr swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Frank lands with a good body shot. Frank scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
And that's the end of the fight! Joos Frank showed his dominance in that final round. Well Frank has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 30:27 Judge David Hoff scores the fight 30:27 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joos Frank!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 29, 2016 |
#R1# Wagdy shoots in looking for a takedown but Frank manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Wagdy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Frank stuffs the takedown attempt from Wagdy. Wagdy gets slowly back to his feet. #TD# Wagdy closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Frank to the mat! Frank manages to get full guard. Frank controls Wagdy momentarily but Wagdy frees himself. Wagdy passes into half guard. #SUB# Wagdy is looking for a kimura but Frank is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Wagdy to get the leverage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Wagdy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Frank is just riding it out for now. Wagdy eventually gives up the hold. Frank is looking to improve his position.
#T1# Frank is refusing to be controlled, as Wagdy sits in half guard. Wagdy prevents Frank from standing back up.
#SUB# Wagdy seems to be working for a kimura but Frank defends the submission attempt. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Wagdy prevents Frank from improving his position. Wagdy looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Frank trying to control but Wagdy postures up.
Wagdy trying to mount his opponent but Frank defends it. #SUB# Wagdy is working for a submission of some sort.
#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. Wagdy passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Frank! Wagdy trying to control but Frank is having none of it. Wagdy really is a fat lump.#SUB# The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Wagdy with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T3# Frank wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Wagdy looking to control but Frank is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB# Wagdy swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Frank is now in Wagdy's guard. A big mistake from Wagdy there, giving up the dominant position! Frank looking to pass the guard. Frank throwing strikes from guard but Wagdy blocks nicely. Wagdy not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T4# Wagdy keeping moving, preventing Frank from controlling successfully. #SUB# Wagdy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Frank can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB# Wagdy is looking for a triangle but Frank pushes his legs off easily.
Wagdy wants to sweep but no luck. Frank wants to control from the top but Wagdy keeps moving. Frank won't allow Wagdy to sweep him here. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Wagdy is trying to keep Frank in close.
Frank wants to pass the guard but Wagdy is keeping the position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mustafa Wagdy dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2##TD# Wagdy shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Frank's guard. Wagdy trying to control the position from guard on top but Frank is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Frank tries to strike from the bottom.
Frank not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Wagdy has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Frank is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. Wagdy trying to move into half guard but instead Frank has managed to sweep!#REVB# Wagdy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Frank can do to turn this around? We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Wagdy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Frank defends well.#SUB# Wagdy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Wagdy working a defensive guard here.
#T1# Wagdy looking for a sweep. Not yet Wagdy, not yet. #SUB# Wagdy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Wagdy keeping moving, preventing Frank from controlling successfully. #SU2# Frank stands and steps away. Wagdy gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. Frank is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Frank leaves Wagdy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Frank is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD# Wagdy scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #T2# Frank won't allow Wagdy to pass to mount. Frank trying to control but Wagdy postures up.
Frank is pressing down on Wagdy's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Wagdy looking to sit in guard and control but Frank gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Frank landing with the ground and pound. Wagdy looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Frank puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. 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. Frank connects with a nice short shot to Wagdy's temple. Wagdy wants to improve his position but Frank is controlling well.
#SUB# Wagdy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3# Wagdy trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Frank manages to pass to mount!
Frank avoids the attempt from Wagdy to control. Wagdy is in all sorts of trouble here.
Wagdy is working hard here to advance position. Frank looking to control but Wagdy is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4# Frank wants to control but instead Wagdy manages to regain half guard. Wagdy wants to sweep but Frank has passed to side control! A control attempt from Wagdy but he's now mounted! Wagdy is looking to get to half guard. Frank 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 crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Wagdy is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joos Frank showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. 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##TD# Frank gets caught napping as Wagdy dives in and scores a takedown. Frank manages to retain guard. Frank trying to keep a closed guard but Wagdy is proving a slippery customer.
Wagdy won't allow Frank to sweep him here. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Wagdy trying to control the position from guard on top but Frank is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Frank looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Wagdy advances to half guard. Frank pushes Wagdy off looking to stand but Wagdy dives back in and keeps control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Frank trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB# Wagdy is looking for a kimura but Frank is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Wagdy to get the leverage. Wagdy prevents Frank from standing back up.
Wagdy is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Frank reverses the position - he's now on top in Wagdy's guard. #T1# Wagdy looking for a sweep. Not yet Wagdy, not yet. #SUB# Wagdy has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Frank doesn't defend quickly enough and Wagdy has managed to lock this one up! Can Frank escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Wagdy on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Mustafa Wagdy! Mustafa Wagdy seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 27, 2016 |
#R1##TD# Frank gets caught napping as Wagdy dives in and scores a takedown. Frank manages to retain guard. Wagdy might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB# Wagdy drops back, looking for a kneebar! Frank looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Frank looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Frank! #REVB# Wagdy tries to bench press Frank off him but Frank keeps the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Frank lands a few punches from side control. Wagdy is looking for a sweep.#SU2# Frank stands up and we're back to a striking position. #TD# Wagdy fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Frank sprawls well initially but Wagdy persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Frank tries to roll over but Wagdy keeps him under control. Wagdy is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB# Wagdy jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Frank manages to avoid the submission attempt. Wagdy trying to control the position but Frank is working away. #T1##SUB# Wagdy is trying to get an arm triangle but Frank is defending well. Frank is looking for a sweep.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Wagdy trying to control the position but Frank is working away. #SUB# Wagdy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB# Wagdy goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Frank has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Wagdy but great work by Frank.#SU2# Frank decides to stand up, so the ref orders Wagdy to his feet. Wagdy looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Wagdy shoots in for a takedown but Frank shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Wagdy tries for a takedown but Frank sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Frank lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Frank scores with a leg kick.
Wagdy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mustafa Wagdy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3# Frank throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD# and Wagdy counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Wagdy. Wagdy wants to control from the top but Frank keeps moving. Wagdy postures up.
Frank wants to sweep here but Wagdy controlling him for the moment. Wagdy postures up.
Frank wants to sweep here but Wagdy controlling him for the moment. #T4# Wagdy wants to control from the top but Frank keeps moving. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD# Wagdy manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Frank on his heels. He'll look to pass Frank's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB# Wagdy drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Frank dives on top into guard.#REVB# Frank preventing the sweep. #SUB# Wagdy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB# Frank got a little sloppy there for a moment and Wagdy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Frank has managed to get both his arms back between Wagdy's legs - danger averted. Wagdy really is a fat lump. Frank being controlled here momentarily. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Joos Frank will probably get the nod. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2##TD# Wagdy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Frank napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB# Wagdy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. Frank is not content to let Wagdy control the position. #SUB# Wagdy is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Frank is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Frank stops Wagdy from passing to mount. #T1# Wagdy is working hard here to advance position. Wagdy wants to control but Frank is keeping him busy. Wagdy moves into full mount! Mustafa Wagdy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Wagdy trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB# Wagdy jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Frank is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Frank and Wagdy has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#SUB# Wagdy thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB# Wagdy tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Wagdy has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Wagdy trying to control the position but Frank is working away. Wagdy tries to advance to mount but can't. Frank tries to get back to half guard but can't. Frank is not content to let Wagdy control the position. #T3# Frank can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB# Wagdy has an Americana. Frank didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Wagdy is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Wagdy hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Mustafa Wagdy! During a confident post fight interview, Mustafa Wagdy thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Date: Sep 25, 2016 |
#R1# Zolnikov throws a combination that misses #TD2# and Frank counters with a nice double leg into guard. #ES# Zolnikov is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Frank presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. Frank tries to land a knee to the head but Zolnikov blocks with his arms.
Zolnikov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Frank after a bit of a struggle. Zolnikov is trying to pull guard but Frank has him pressed against the cage.#TD2# Frank is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Zolnikov can't fight it off and eventually Frank manages to take the fight to the floor. Zolnikov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. This has been an exciting period of action! Frank not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Zolnikov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Frank dives into side control.
#T1# Frank tries to move into full mount but can't pass Zolnikov's legs. Frank controlling from side mount. Zolnikov takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Frank prevents Zolnikov from escaping the position. Frank controlling from side mount. Frank misses with an attempted head punch from side control. Frank throws a strike aimed at the side of Zolnikov's head but Zolnikov avoids it well. Frank just content to control the position. Frank has knee on belly and moves into mount. Frank won't let Zolnikov get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. #T3# Frank controlling the position easily from mount. Zolnikov'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. Frank sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. BOOM! Frank connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Frank looking to control and managing it successfully. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joos Frank 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# A combination from Zolnikov does no damage. #TD2# Frank fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Zolnikov sprawls well initially but Frank persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Zolnikov wants to get back to his feet.
#SU2# Frank gets to his feet - back to striking we go! Alexander Zolnikov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Some wild striking there from Zolnikov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zolnikov throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Frank is looking for the big counter here. Frank scores to the head and body with a nice combination! Zolnikov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2# and Frank counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Frank slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Frank is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Frank happy to just control the position for now. #T1# Zolnikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Frank working the body and head with strikes. Joos Frank has got the better of the ground game so far.#SU2# Frank has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. Frank dodges the punch combination from Zolnikov.
A punch combination from Zolnikov misses. #CL2# Frank pushes Zolnikov up against the cage in a clinch.#T2# Frank wants a takedown.
#BC2# Frank manages to break the clinch.
Frank slips a jab and a cross from Zolnikov.
Zolnikov takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
A punch combination from Frank misses. #TD2# Frank closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Frank lands in his opponent's guard. Frank is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Frank is continuing to stall. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Frank's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T3# Zolnikov being controlled here, momentarily. Let's hope that Frank 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. Frank in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Frank showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Zolnikov misses with a wild combination.
#TD2# Frank shoots in and bounces Zolnikov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Frank is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SU2# Frank decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joos Frank showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R3##TD2# Frank looking to score a takedown here. Zolnikov is defending well but Frank drives through and ends up in Zolnikov's guard. Frank forces his way into half guard. Frank looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Zolnikov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Frank. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Frank is controlling the pace.
#T1##SU2# Frank decides to return to a standing position. #T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Zolnikov misses with the combination.
Zolnikov fails to land with a series of punches.
Frank throws a counter combo. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Zolnikov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Frank. A punch combination from Zolnikov misses. Zolnikov throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD2# and Frank counters with a takedown into side control. Zolnikov tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops. Frank controlling the position well here. Zolnikov rolled but Frank kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3# Joos Frank 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. Alexander Zolnikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Frank has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight! Joos Frank comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Frank 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 Winston Alpacca scores the fight 27:30 Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 27:30 Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joos Frank!
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Date: Sep 23, 2016 |
#R1# Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Frank!
Frank really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Zolnikov falls off balance throwing a combination
#CL# and Frank counters by clinching up. Frank goes for a takedown in the clinch but Zolnikov prevents it.
#TD2# Zolnikov manages to pull guard.
Frank stays in close to Zolnikov's body and controls the position. Frank trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Zolnikov wants to get back to his feet but Frank is in a dominant position and won't allow it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Frank looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Zolnikov wants to stand but Frank is controlling the position. #T1# Zolnikov is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Frank postures up in Zolnikov's guard and throws a big left but Zolnikov blocks it. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD# Frank scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Frank prevents Zolnikov from standing back up.
Frank is controlling the pace.
#T2# The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup. Frank works his way into side control. #T3# A lull in the action here as Frank stalls from top position. Frank seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Zolnikov for as long as he can get away with. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Frank in side control, throwing shots but Zolnikov defends. Zolnikov wants to get back to his feet but Frank drags him back down.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#KD2# Oooooh!!! Zolnikov has knocked Frank down with a huge combo! Zolnikov steps away and waves a wobbly Frank back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2# Frank is rocked! Zolnikov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Frank moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Oh Frank is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Zolnikov looks winded! Zolnikov fails to land with a series of punches.
Zolnikov fails to land with a series of punches.
Frank throws a body shot but no joy. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Zolnikov swinging wildly here.
#T4# Frank lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Zolnikov circles away quickly and effectively. Zolnikov is looking for the big counter here. Frank misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Frank seems to have got his legs back now. Zolnikov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Frank moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL# Frank moves into range and clinches up with Zolnikov. Frank drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Zolnikov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#BC# Frank's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Zolnikov looks to land a combination but Frank avoids it well. Frank goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CL# Frank rushes Zolnikov and presses him up against the cage.#BC# Frank's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Frank is looking to slow Zolnikov down with leg kicks. #CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. 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 Joos Frank will probably get the nod. That's time! Frank's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Zolnikov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
As Zolnikov tries to get set, Frank tries to push him back and clinch up but Zolnikov manages to avoid the attempt. Joos Frank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD# Frank dives in and scores a takedown into Zolnikov's guard. Zolnikov wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Frank manages to pass to side control. Frank perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Zolnikov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Frank. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Frank trying to control the pace. Frank frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T1# Frank controlling from mount. Zolnikov really wants to buck Frank off and get back to his feet. Zolnikov is breathing heavily. Frank sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #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. Zolnikov is trying to stand. Frank looking to control and managing it successfully. Frank will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Frank'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. Further stalling from Frank. Frank looking to finish Zolnikov with some ground and pound. This is bad for Zolnikov!#T3# Frank tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #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. If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Frank is stinking the place up with his stalling. Zolnikov is trying to stand. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Frank controlling 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.
Joos Frank dominated that second 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! #R3##CL# Frank darts in and clinches Zolnikov up against the cage. Zolnikov tries to pull guard but Frank holds him up against the cage and eventually Zolnikov drops back down to his feet.
#TD# Frank jumps guard and drags Zolnikov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #ES# Frank pushes Zolnikov off and gets back to his feet.
Zolnikov misses with a wild combination.
Frank's corner calls for a 1-2. Frank obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Frank thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Zolnikov if he has to take too many more of those.
Zolnikov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Frank moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Frank changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#CL# Frank closes the distance and pushes Zolnikov back into the cage. Frank is working for takedown but Zolnikov is calmly controlling the position for now. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Zolnikov tries to pull guard but Frank forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Zolnikov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1# Zolnikov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Frank pulls his leg out and moves away.
Joos Frank has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alexander Zolnikov. Zolnikov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Frank. Frank obviously looking to wear him down.
Alexander Zolnikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Zolnikov throws a nice looking combination but Frank bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Zolnikov throws a right and a left that Frank avoids nicely. Frank throws a head kick that misses. #TD# Frank shoots in and bounces Zolnikov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SU# Frank gets to his feet - Zolnikov follows without any prompting. Frank lands with a slapping head kick. #TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Zolnikov enables Frank to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Zolnikov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#T2# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Frank controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SU# Frank decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. A head kick from Frank lands but Zolnikov takes it in his stride. Zolnikov throws a right and a left that Frank avoids nicely. Frank feinted with a counter takedown. Zolnikov takes a kick to the side of the head.#TD# Frank drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Frank passes Zolnikov's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Zolnikov is trying to stand back up but Frank is controlling him
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Frank works his foot free and advances to mount. #T3# Frank takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Joos Frank overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Joos Frank is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Frank has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Alexander Zolnikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Zolnikov wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
And that's the end of the fight! Joos Frank showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Frank, 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 Bart Greer scores the fight 30:27 Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 30:27 Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joos Frank!
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Date: Sep 21, 2016 |
#R1# Usyk tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Frank swivels and escapes. Frank really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Usyk. Frank tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Usyk manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Frank scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Frank ducks under a wild hook from Usyk. Usyk fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Frank is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Usyk. Joos Frank has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oleksandr Usyk. Frank lands with an overhand left. Frank tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Usyk defends well and Frank ends up having to push Usyk into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Usyk steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Frank. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Usyk tries to clinch up but Frank circles away and keeps his distance. Usyk tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Oleksandr Usyk seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Frank's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Frank duly obliges. Frank shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Frank scores with a head kick. Usyk tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#T1# Usyk fails to land the takedown.#CL# Frank has taken the fight to the clinch.
Frank goes for a takedown in the clinch but Usyk prevents it.
#BC# Frank breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Some wild striking there from Usyk.
Frank tries to counter by clinching up but Usyk breaks away and moves out of range.#TD2# Usyk closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Frank's guard.#T2# Frank trying to control the position.
Usyk engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2# Usyk drops back, looking for a kneebar! Frank looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Frank looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Frank! #REVR# The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Usyk is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here. Usyk is looking to reverse the position.#T3# Usyk is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Frank trying to control the action but Usyk is working from the bottom. Usyk is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Usyk tries to roll over but Frank keeps him under control. Frank will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Usyk keeps trying to improve his position.#T4# 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. Frank is trying to control. Usyk wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Usyk is trying to control but can't.
Usyk might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Frank haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. Frank wants to lay and pray for a moment but Usyk keeps working. It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup. Frank tries to pass the half guard into mount. Usyk knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Usyk throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Usyk throws a right and a left that Frank avoids nicely. Usyk looks winded! Usyk tries to clinch but fails miserably and Frank counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Usyk is trying hard to land a takedown here. Frank sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joos Frank dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Frank scores with a push kick. Frank turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Usyk tries to clinch but fails miserably and Frank cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Frank fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Usyk throws out a leg kick but Frank moves out of range and Usyk only half commits. Frank lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Joos Frank is winning the standup battle so far. Usyk takes a kick to the side of the head. Frank throws a nice head kick!
#TD# Frank shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES2# Usyk pushes Frank off and scrambles back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Usyk defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Frank. Usyk wants to counter with a clinch but Frank pushes him away. Frank doesn't manage to clinch there - Usyk circles away.
#T1##CL# Frank moves into the clinch successfully.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Usyk has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Usyk wants to take the fight to the mat but Frank manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Frank drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Usyk is trying to force a seperation but Frank has the dominant position. Usyk tries to pull guard but Frank won't allow it.
#TD# Frank manages to pull guard.
#SU2# Usyk stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T2##TD2# Usyk shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Usyk was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Usyk trying to control the position but Frank is working away. Frank tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Usyk wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Usyk moves into full mount! Usyk is in the full mount, landing strikes. Oleksandr Usyk has got the better of the ground game so far. Frank is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T3# Usyk scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Usyk landing strikes from the mount and Frank is in trouble! Usyk is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Frank can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Usyk sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. Usyk punishing his opponent with strikes. Usyk looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4##SU2# Usyk gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks! Horrible takedown attempt by Usyk or perhaps it was just good defense by Frank, which made it look bad. Joos Frank has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oleksandr Usyk. Frank throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Joos Frank is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Usyk changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Frank tries to avoid it but Usyk manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Frank to the ground. Frank escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Frank scores to the head and body with a nice combination! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Frank throws a combination. Usyk tries to block but a couple of punches get through. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joos Frank dominated that second round. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Frank throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Frank works over Usyk's head and body with a nice combination. Usyk leaves Frank with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Usyk takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Usyk throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Usyk fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Frank appears to be looking for a counter takedown. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Usyk tries to clinch up and Frank counters with a one-two to the body. #T1# Usyk fails with the takedown#TD# and Frank counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Usyk takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Frank is trying to control the action in half guard but Usyk is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Usyk is pressing down on Frank's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Usyk trying to control the position.
#SUB2# Usyk working for a triangle but Frank defends it easily.
Usyk tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2# Usyk keeping moving, preventing Frank from controlling successfully. #SU# Frank decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Usyk, up you get! Usyk stuffs the takedown. Frank shoots in for a takedown but Usyk shows good takedown defense. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joos Frank. That's going to take a lot out of him. Frank fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Usyk. Usyk tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Frank manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Frank appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Good shot there by Frank.#T3# Usyk with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Frank to score with a decent uppercut.#TD2# Usyk is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Frank's half guard. Frank scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Usyk manages to mount him!
Frank is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Usyk can do to turn this around? Frank keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Frank taking shots to the head. Frank tries to buck Usyk off but Usyk takes his back! Joos Frank is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4# Usyk slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Let's hope that Usyk 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.#SUB2# Usyk is working for a rear naked choke. Frank is not defending it well and Usyk has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Frank refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Frank's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Oleksandr Usyk!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 19, 2016 |
#R1# Frank fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Frank misses with a takedown attempt and Kaufman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Frank misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Frank throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Frank plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CL# Frank closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Frank has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kaufman avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joos Frank. That's going to take a lot out of him. Frank wants to take the fight to the mat but Kaufman manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Kaufman has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Frank regains guard immediately. #ES# Frank manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2# Kaufman scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Frank wants to stand back up but Kaufman manages to pass into side control.
#T1# Frank is looking for a sweep. Kaufman controls the position from side control. Frank is trying to get back to half guard. Frank is trying to control Kaufman's posture but Kaufman avoids it. Frank tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2# Kaufman controls the position. You can see the frustration on Frank's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2# Kaufman tries for a kimura but Frank is defending well. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Kaufman scores with a couple of short elbows.#T3# Frank tries to improve position but can't. Kaufman taking a breather here. Frank manages to work his way to half guard, despite Kaufman's best efforts. Frank is trying to control but can't.
Frank looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Frank is looking to control Kaufman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Frank avoid being mounted?#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Horrible takedown attempt by Frank or perhaps it was just good defense by Kaufman, which made it look bad. Frank is breathing heavily. Frank tries for a takedown but Kaufman circles away easily#TD2# and Kaufman counters with a nice double leg into guard. Kaufman 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. Kaufman tries to free his leg and advance position but Frank is retaining full guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Aaron Kaufman will probably get the nod. That's time! Frank's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2##CL2# Frank tries to keep at a distance but Kaufman has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2# Kaufman has picked Frank up - he's going for a ride! Kaufman dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Frank trying to control but Kaufman postures up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Frank manages to regain full guard. Nice work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Frank wants to sweep here but Kaufman controlling him for the moment. Frank wants to get back to his feet but Kaufman is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1# Kaufman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Frank is keeping the position for now. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet. Kaufman preventing the sweep. Kaufman postures up.
#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Kaufman shoots in and gets a takedown into Frank's guard.#ES# Frank manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#BC2# Kaufman breaks the clinch.
Kaufman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Frank.
Frank really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#TD2# Kaufman feints and as Frank raises his hands in defense, Kaufman changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#T2# Frank keeping moving, preventing Kaufman from controlling successfully. Frank wants to sweep but no luck. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Frank trying to control the position.
#SUB2# Kaufman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kaufman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Frank trying to keep a closed guard but Kaufman is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T3# Frank is really struggling to control Kaufman but he's trying to hold on to the position.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Frank cracks Kaufman with a good jab. Frank is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Kaufman swats away the attempt to clinch by Frank. Frank throws a head kick that misses. #T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD2# Kaufman closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #ES# Frank sneaks out the side door and pushes Kaufman away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape. Frank is looking to clinch but Kaufman is avoiding it.
#TD2# Kaufman shoots in and bounces Frank off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Frank keeping moving, preventing Kaufman from controlling successfully. #SUB# Kaufman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kaufman 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. 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 Joos Frank will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Kaufman stuffs the takedown attempt from Frank. Frank gets slowly back to his feet. #CL2# Kaufman gets a clinch. Both guys are working to get underhooks. #BC2# Kaufman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD# Frank closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kaufman quickly recovers to half guard. Kaufman is refusing to be controlled, as Frank sits in half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Kaufman avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Frank. #T1# Kaufman is looking for a sweep. Frank is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Kaufman moves into full guard.
Kaufman manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Frank manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Kaufman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Frank is keeping the position for now. Frank not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB# Frank looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T2# Frank looking for a sweep. Not yet Frank, not yet. Aaron Kaufman has got the better of the ground game so far. Kaufman is stalling in the full guard. Kaufman scoring with some ground and pound. Frank is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kaufman is controlling him. Kaufman passes Frank's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T3# Kaufman stalling. Nice strikes from Kaufman there. Well, if Kaufman 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.
Frank is looking to control Kaufman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Frank avoid being mounted?#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Frank needs to keep his hands up - Kaufman had a free shot at his head there.#CL2# Kaufman forces Frank back against the cage and clinches.#TD2# Kaufman turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Kaufman manages to end up in side control.#ES# Frank sneaks out the side door and pushes Kaufman away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape. Frank throws a series of punches but Kaufman avoids them all with ease. Kaufman takes a body punch but keeps moving. Frank throws a series of punches but Kaufman moves out of range. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Frank shoots in but Kaufman avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD2# Kaufman closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Aaron Kaufman. I think Kaufman has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 28:29 Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 28:29 Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aaron Kaufman!
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