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Event:
FC: Strikers Paradise
Date: Nov 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Dimitrov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dimitrov throws a half hearted mid kick.#CL#
Ricks fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dimitrov, pushing him back against the ropes.
Ricks lands a nice elbow.
Ricks looking to throw knees to the head but Dimitrov is blocking nicely.
Dimitrov takes a knee right on the jaw!
Ricks with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Ricks misses with an elbow over the top.
Ricks tries a knee to the head but Dimitrov blocks it.
Ricks tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Ricks misses with a knee to the head.
Ricks lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ricks throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Dimitrov takes a knee right on the jaw!
Dimitrov takes an elbow to the forehead.
Dimitrov is trying to break the clinch but Ricks has him pressed against the ropes. #T1#
A nice glancing elbow lands by Ricks.
Dimitrov tries to circle away but Ricks has him pinned against the ropes.
Ricks lands a nice elbow.
Ricks tries to land a knee to the head but Dimitrov blocks with his arms.
Dimitrov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Ricks throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Ricks connects with a knee to the head.
Dimitrov avoids the elbow strike from Ricks, against the ropes.
Dimitrov avoids a wild elbow strike from Ricks.
Dimitrov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ricks has him pressed against the ropes.
Ricks throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Ricks lands a nice elbow.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Ricks just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dimitrov's brow.
Ricks really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Dimitrov takes an elbow to the temple. #T2#
Dimitrov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ricks.
Ricks throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Dimitrov blocks it with crossed arms.
Nice elbow from Ricks.
Ricks looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ricks lands an elbow inside.
Dimitrov avoids the elbow strike from Ricks, against the ropes.
A frustrated look appears on Dimitrov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Dimitrov blocks an elbow strike.
Ricks lands an elbow just above Dimitrov 's eye.
Ricks scores with a knee to the head.
Ricks looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Dimitrov takes an elbow to the forehead.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dimitrov blocks an elbow strike from Ricks.
Ricks using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dimitrov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ricks using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dimitrov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chris Ricks dominated that round.
That's time! Ricks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Dimitrov misses with a low kick.
Dimitrov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Ricks closes the distance and clinches.
Ricks creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Dimitrov blocks an elbow strike.
Dimitrov is trying to break the clinch but Ricks is controlling him.
Dimitrov blocks the elbow strike.
Dimitrov is trying to break free.
Ricks tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Ricks lands an elbow inside.
Ricks creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ricks lands a nice elbow.
Dimitrov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Dimitrov blocks the elbow strike.
Ricks looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Ricks throws an elbow that misses.
#T1#
Ricks using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dimitrov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Ricks throws an elbow but misses.
Dimitrov avoids a wild elbow strike from Ricks.
Ricks pushes off an throws an elbow but Dimitrov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Ricks with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Ricks landing knees to the head.
Dimitrov takes an elbow to the temple.
Chris Ricks has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Dimitrov dodges an elbow strike from Ricks.
Dimitrov dodges an elbow strike from Ricks.
Ricks lands an elbow that stopped Dimitrov in his tracks for a moment.
Ricks tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Ricks creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Dimitrov avoids the elbow strike from Ricks, against the ropes.
Ricks comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #T2#
Ricks lands an elbow inside that Dimitrov shrugs off.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ricks lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Dimitrov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Ricks connects with a nasty looking knee right to Dimitrov's face.
Ricks throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Dimitrov dodges an elbow strike from Ricks.
We've been informed that Dimitrov has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Dimitrov avoids a wild elbow strike from Ricks.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Ricks throws an elbow but misses.
Ricks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dimitrov can do to turn this around?
Ricks connects with a knee to the head.
Ricks lands a nice elbow.
Dimitrov wants to break free but Ricks has control.
Dimitrov wants to break free but Ricks has control.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dimitrov can't break the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chris Ricks dominated that second round.
That's time! Ricks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Ricks tries to clinch there but Dimitrov circles away.
Ricks doesn't manage to clinch there - Dimitrov circles away.
Dimitrov looks to land a combination but Ricks avoids it well.
Dimitrov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dimitrov lands a slapping body shot.
#CL#
Ricks takes the fight into the clinch.
Dimitrov takes an elbow to the temple.
Ricks lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Ricks creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Dimitrov's defenses.
Ricks with a knee to the head.
Ricks lands a damaging elbow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ricks throws an elbow but it misses.
Dimitrov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Ricks connects with a nasty looking knee right to Dimitrov's face.
Ricks comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #T1#
Ricks lands a nice elbow.
Dimitrov avoids a wild elbow strike from Ricks.
Dimitrov blocks the elbow strike.
Ricks lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Ricks lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Ricks lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#ROC#
Dimitrov is rocked!
Ricks lands a knee to the head.
Dimitrov is still on wobbly legs! Can Ricks finish him?
Dimitrov blocks an elbow strike from Ricks.
Dimitrov tries to break free but Ricks pushes him back against the ropes.
Dimitrov tries to break the clinch but Ricks is controlling the position.
Dimitrov avoids the elbow strike from Ricks, against the ropes.
Ricks pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Ricks throws an elbow but it misses.
Ricks pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Dimitrov seems to have recovered his senses.
Ricks lands a knee to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dimitrov blocks an elbow strike from Ricks.
Dimitrov avoids the elbow strike from Ricks, against the ropes.
#T2#
Dimitrov misses with a body punch.
Ricks connects with a knee to the head.
Ricks lands a damaging elbow.
Dimitrov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ricks throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Ricks creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Dimitrov's defenses.
Ricks looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Dimitrov blocks an elbow strike from Ricks.
Ricks creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Dimitrov's defenses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ricks lands a damaging elbow.
Ricks lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Ricks throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kristian Dimitrov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A nice right hand lands inside from Dimitrov.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chris Ricks showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Ricks, 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 Colin Fray scores the fight for Chris Ricks!
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight for Chris Ricks!
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight for Chris Ricks!
Chris Ricks wins by unanimous decision!
Kristian Dimitrov spoke after the fight, saying 'I did my best.No turning back i just want to get the W in my next fight and if i work hard in the gym it's a done deal'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Dimitrov doesn't manage to clinch there - Barao circles away.
#CL#
Barao moves into the clinch.#TD#
Barao pulls Dimitrov into guard.
Barao 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.#SU2#
Dimitrov gets to his feet - Barao follows without any prompting.
Dimitrov throws a low kick but Barao avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dimitrov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Barao tries to avoid it but Dimitrov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Barao to the ground. Barao escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Barao shoots in for a takedown but Dimitrov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Barao looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T1#
Dimitrov lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT2#
It looks like Urijah Barao has been cut.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Barao.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Urijah Barao. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dimitrov misses with a series of wild punches.
Barao pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Dimitrov misses with a takedown attempt
and Barao counters with a left and a right that stings Dimitrov.
Barao looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dimitrov is fending him off so far but Barao persists. Nope, Dimitrov circles away and we're back to standing.
Barao is breathing heavily.
Barao showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dimitrov.
Barao tries to clinch there but Dimitrov circles away.
#T2#
Barao looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dimitrov is fending him off so far but Barao persists. Nope, Dimitrov circles away and we're back to standing.#TD2#
Dimitrov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dimitrov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SU2#
Dimitrov stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #TD2#
Dimitrov gets a double leg takedown into Barao's guard.#T3#
Barao can't keep his opponent in guard - Dimitrov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Dimitrov is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SU2#
Dimitrov stands up and beckons Barao to join him on the feet.
Dimitrov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Barao avoids it really well and circles away.
Dimitrov looks for a takedown but Barao sprawls well.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dimitrov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
Barao tries to bum rush Dimitrov with a series of wild strikes but Dimitrov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Barao looks to score with a jab to the body but Dimitrov is just out of range.
Dimitrov dives in for a single leg takedown but Barao sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Barao shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dimitrov pinned against the cage. Dimitrov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Barao fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Barao stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Barao wants it to stay on the feet.
Dimitrov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Barao back to the cage. Dimitrov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kristian Dimitrov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Urijah Barao's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Barao pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dimitrov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Barao fails with the takedown.
Dimitrov is looking for the big counter here.
Barao tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Dimitrov moves into the clinch.
Barao's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dimitrov looking for a takedown. #TD2#
Dimitrov drags the fight down to the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barao stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dimitrov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Barao wants to control from the top but Dimitrov keeps moving.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Dimitrov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Barao manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Dimitrov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dimitrov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Barao tries to get to full guard but Dimitrov has control of the leg.
Barao knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dimitrov on the ground.
Dimitrov passes the guard and advances to mount! #T2#
Dimitrov is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Barao can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Dimitrov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Dimitrov lands a big elbow.
Barao looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!#SUB2#
Barao is trying to defend against the choke here but Dimitrov has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Dimitrov Tightens the hold and Barao taps out furiously! Dimitrov displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kristian Dimitrov!
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