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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 08, 2017 |
#R1#
Ikban wants to clinch but Universe slips to the side
and Universe counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Universe.
Ikban fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Universe has Ikban up against the cage in a clinch.
Universe dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Ikban avoiding damage as Universe throws knees to the body.
#BC2#
Universe manages to break the clinch.
Ikban tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A nice side step and Universe releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That kick from Ikban tenderised Universe's leg. Universe is trying to keep his angry face on.
Universe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ikban manages to avoid it.
Ikban shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Universe defends it nicely.#T1#
Ikban is looking to clinch but Universe is avoiding it.
A right-left combo lands from Universe.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ikban looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ikban fails in his attempt to clinch.
Ikban throws a left and a right that both miss
#CL2#
and Universe counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Universe.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Universe. #CUT2#
It looks like Vlad Ikban has been cut.
Universe is pushing Ikban up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Universe obliges.#T2#
Universe landing knees to the body.
Universe lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Universe tries to land a knee to the head but Ikban blocks with his arms.
Universe blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ikban is looking to control Universe's arms but Universe gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ikban has his back to the cage. #BC2#
Universe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mr Universe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ikban wants to clinch up but Universe keeps it at a distance.
Left hook, right uppercut from Universe.
Universe lands a nice looking kick to the body. Ikban takes a step back to recover.
Universe lands a jab-cross combination.
Universe throws a series of strikes that have Ikban backpedaling.
#CL2#
Universe forces Ikban back against the cage and clinches.#T3#
Ikban with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Universe unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Ikban takes a knee to the side of the body.
Universe is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Universe.
Ikban tries to throw a body punch but Universe avoids it by throwing Ikban back against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Universe lands an elbow just above Ikban 's eye. #BC#
Ikban breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Universe lands a right hook to the body.
Universe listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Universe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ikban has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL2#
Universe instigates a clinch. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Universe lands a knee to the body.
Ikban is breathing heavily.
Ikban wants to break free but Universe has control.
Ikban takes a knee to the side of the body.
Universe landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
#BC2#
Universe escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ikban throws a leg kick
and Universe counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #KD2#
Universe lands a big head kick that sends Ikban tumbling to the mat! Universe takes a step backwards and waves Ikban back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Ikban is rocked!#CUT2#
Vlad Ikban's cut is getting worse.
Ohhhhhhhhhh, brutal head kick from Universe! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Mr Universe!
During a confident post fight interview, Mr Universe thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
FFA 40: Tenacity
Date: Oct 13, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Boo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ikban, pushing him back against the cage.
Boo blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC#
Boo breaks from the clinch.
Jo Boo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Ikban drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#ES#
Boo is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Ikban presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Boo has Ikban pushed against the cage.#TD2#
Ikban has picked Boo up - he's going for a ride! Ikban dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Boo wants to stand back up but Ikban manages to pass into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boo is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ikban off and has taken his back!
Boo seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Boo working for a choke but Ikban is defending well. #SUB#
Boo looking for the choke from the back. #T1##SUB#
Boo working for the choke. #SUB#
Ikban showing good submission defense here.
#SUB#
Boo is persistently looking for the submission but Ikban is defending it well.
#SUB#
Boo working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB#
Boo looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Ikban defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Boo's arms.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Boo is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#T2##SUB#
Ikban is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Boo gets his way!
#SUB#
Ikban fending off the submission attempt from Boo.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Boo is looking to control Ikban but Ikban is wriggling around and keeping busy. #SUB#
Ikban preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Boo. #T3##SUB#
Boo is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ikban is defending well though. Boo let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Ikban is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB#
Ikban defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Ikban is trying to stand back up.
Boo trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T4##SUB#
Boo has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Ikban is in real trouble here. Boo gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Ikban is tapping out! Boo wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jo Boo!
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Event:
FFA 37: Monstrosity
Date: Sep 15, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Hryunov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Ikban to the mat! Ikban manages to get full guard.
Ikban can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hryunov controls the pace.
Our spies down at at The Factory inform us that Ikban has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SU#
Hryunov stands up from Ikban's guard - Hryunov perhaps looking for a knockout.
Ikban takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Hryunov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hryunov digs a good hook to Ikban's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hryunov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Hryunov digs a good body shot into Ikban's ribs.
Ikban ducks right into an uppercut from Hryunov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hryunov scores with a jab.#T1#
Ikban tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hryunov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ikban moves away from the strike by Hryunov.
We've been told by Hryunov's head coaches at 3Band MMA ($500/week) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ikban showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hryunov.
Hryunov throws a right hand that misses
and Ikban counters with a nice uppercut.
Some wild striking there from Hryunov.
Ikban swats away the attempt to clinch by Hryunov.
Hryunov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Ikban backs up against the cage.
#CUT#
It looks like Vlad Ikban has been cut.
Some wild striking there from Hryunov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ikban! But no joy.#T2##TD2#
Ikban decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
Hryunov pushes Ikban off and gets back to his feet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hryunov throws a body punch but Ikban moves out of range.
Hryunov throws a nice looking combination but Ikban bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hryunov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ikban doesn't manage to clinch there - Hryunov circles away.
No joy there for Hryunov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hryunov throws a solid leg kick but Ikban takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hryunov.
Ikban ducks under a wild hook from Hryunov.
As Hryunov backs off Ikban throws a huge counter combo but Hryunov manages to avoid it all.
Hryunov stalks Ikban and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Ikban's face. Ikban staggers backwards, shaken.
Ikban checks the leg kick.#CL#
Hryunov rushes Ikban and presses him up against the cage.#T3#
Ikban tries to throw a body punch but Hryunov avoids it by throwing Ikban back against the cage.
Ikban lands a body punch. #BC#
Hryunov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hryunov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Ikban keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Hryunov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Hryunov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Ikban.
Hryunov misses with a straight right. #CL#
Hryunov has managed to clinch.
Ikban tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hryunov avoids it.
A head punch on the inside from Hryunov fails to land. #T4#
The referee calls for Ikban to work.
Ikban lands a knee to the head.
Hryunov working hard to break the clinch.
Hryunov tries to circle away but Ikban has him pinned against the cage.
Ikban doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ikban stalling against the cage.
Hryunov is pressed up against the cage. Ikban has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Hryunov down to the mat. Hryunov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good exchange - Hryunov coming out on top.
No joy there for Hryunov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ikban replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Hryunov blocks it well.
Ikban doesn't manage to clinch there - Hryunov circles away.
Hryunov scores with a punch to the head.
Hryunov throws a hook but Ikban avoids it easily.
Hryunov lands a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pavel Hryunov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Vlad Ikban's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Hryunov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ikban at a distance.
Ikban shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hryunov but Hryunov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ikban walks into a straight right hand from Hryunov.
Danga de danga de dang - Hryunov scores with a four punch combination!#ROC#
Ikban is rocked!
Ikban takes a jab right on the kisser.
Ikban is still on wobbly legs! Can Hryunov finish him?
Hryunov scores with a nice strike.
Hryunov fakes the body blow, causing Ikban to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Ikban goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Pavel Hryunov!
A less than humble Pavel Hryunov misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
FFA 33: Desolation
Date: Aug 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Ikban moves to clinch but Pakkanen breaks away
and Pakkanen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ikban tries to clinch up.
Ikban shoots and misses
and Pakkanen counters with a two punch combo.
Ikban tries to clinch but Pakkanen moves away
and Pakkanen counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A low kick from Ikban is predictable there
and Ikban takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pakkanen tests Ikban's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pakkanen lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Pakkanen.#T1#
Ikban misses with a series of wild punches.
It seemed like Pakkanen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pakkanen looks to land a left hand but Ikban moved out of range nicely.
Ikban uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pakkanen.
Pakkanen misses with a two punch combination.
Ikban tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Pakkanen counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Pakkanen keeps the fight on the outside.#T2#
Ikban drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ikban tries to clinch up
and Pakkanen counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ikban steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pakkanen.
Pakkanen stalks Ikban and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Ikban's face. Ikban staggers backwards, shaken.
Pakkanen's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Pakkanen duly obliges.
Pakkanen has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pakkanen scores with a hook.#T3##CL#
Ikban clinches up with Pakkanen and pushes him back against the cage.
Ikban trying to stall but Pakkanen improves his position.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Pakkanen avoiding damage as Ikban throws knees to the body.
#BC2#
Pakkanen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ikban tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Pakkanen counters with a nice uppercut.
Ikban is looking to clinch but Pakkanen is avoiding it.
Pakkanen lands with a right hand. #T4#
Good exchange - Pakkanen coming out on top.
Pakkanen lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ikban circles away quickly and effectively.
Ikban went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Pakkanen lands the left hand.
Pakkanen lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Ikban backs up against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pakkanen works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Pakkanen is working the combinations to good effect here.
Ikban wants to clinch up but Pakkanen keeps it at a distance.
As Ikban backs off Pakkanen throws a huge counter combo but Ikban manages to avoid it all.
Ikban tries to close the distance and clinch but Pakkanen swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pakkanen! But no joy.
Ikban tries to clinch up.
Pakkanen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ikban.
Ikban throws a big counter combination but Pakkanen scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ruska Pakkanen dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Ikban closes the distance looking to clinch
and Pakkanen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Pakkanen scores with a shot to the body.
Ikban lands with a thumping leg kick.
Pakkanen lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Ikban backs up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pakkanen scores with a nice strike.
Pakkanen connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Pakkanen might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Ikban tries to close the distance and clinch up but Pakkanen swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Ikban. Pakkanen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ikban wants to clinch.
Pakkanen keeps the fight on the outside.
Pakkanen tries to bum rush Ikban with a series of wild strikes but Ikban uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Ikban wants to clinch but Pakkanen slips to the side
and Pakkanen counters with a nice uppercut.
Pakkanen misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Pakkanen scores with a jab. Ikban acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ikban moves forwards but Pakkanen connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Ikban tries to clinch
and Pakkanen counters with a stiff right hand.
Pakkanen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ikban tries to clinch but Pakkanen is having none of it.
It seemed like Pakkanen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pakkanen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ikban doesn't manage to clinch there - Pakkanen circles away.
Pakkanen lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ikban is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Ikban tries to close the distance and clinch but Pakkanen swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Pakkanen unleashes a big counter combination but Ikban bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#TD#
Ikban closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Pakkanen's guard.
Pakkanen has Ikban pulled in close to control his posture.
Pakkanen is continuing to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ikban trying to control but Pakkanen is working from the bottom.
Ikban has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T4#
Ikban working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ikban wants to control from the top but Pakkanen keeps moving.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#SUB2#
Pakkanen is looking for a triangle but Ikban pushes his legs off easily.
Ikban postures up in Pakkanen's guard and throws a big left but Pakkanen blocks it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Ikban tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Ikban takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pakkanen lands a jab to the nose.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ikban wants to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ruska Pakkanen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Pakkanen throws a right hand that Ikban ducks under and follows up with a left that Ikban also avoids with ease.
Ikban takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Good standup being displayed there by Pakkanen as he connects with a hook.
Pakkanen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ikban.
Ikban jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Ikban tries to clinch but Pakkanen moves out of range.
Pakkanen let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Vlad Ikban is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Pakkanen throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ikban wants to clinch
and Pakkanen counters with a nice uppercut.
Pakkanen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ikban moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
Ikban tries to clinch but Pakkanen is having none of it.
Pakkanen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ikban tries to clinch
and Pakkanen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pakkanen circles away from the clinch attempt
and Pakkanen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ikban shoots and misses
and Pakkanen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ikban uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pakkanen.
Ikban looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T2#
Pakkanen works over Ikban's head and body with a nice combination.
Pakkanen scores with a jab to the body.
Pakkanen bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ikban's head backwards.
Ikban misses with a takedown
and Pakkanen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pakkanen looks to land a left hand but Ikban moved out of range nicely.
Ikban throws a quick counter kick to the body but Pakkanen avoids it.
Ikban walks into a jab.
Pakkanen lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T3#
Ikban tries for a takedown but Pakkanen circles away easily
and Pakkanen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vlad Ikban. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ikban takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ikban is looking to clinch.
Nice uppercut lands for Pakkanen. That snapped Ikban's head back.
Ikban misses with a body kick.
Pakkanen doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ikban tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Pakkanen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ruska Pakkanen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pakkanen scores with a hook.#T4#
Ikban shoots and misses
and Ikban takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#
Ikban is rocked!
Pakkanen lands a lovely overhand right.
Oh Ikban is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ikban tries to clinch
and Pakkanen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pakkanen throws out a loose jab but Ikban uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ikban seems to have got his legs back now.
Ikban tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Pakkanen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sloppy strikes from Pakkanen. Those never looked like landing.
Ikban tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Pakkanen counters with a stiff right hand.
Vlad Ikban has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ruska Pakkanen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ikban tries to clinch up
and Pakkanen counters with a straight right hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ruska Pakkanen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Pakkanen 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 25:30
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 25:30
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ruska Pakkanen!
After the fight, Ruska Pakkanen was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
FFA: Pitbull Fight Night
Date: Jul 05, 2017 |
#R1#
Sloppy strikes from Barbu. Those never looked like landing.
Barbu circles away from the clinch attempt.
Barbu lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Ikban backs up against the cage.
#CUT#
It looks like Vlad Ikban has been cut.
Barbu changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ikban tries to avoid it but Barbu manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ikban to the ground. Ikban escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Barbu dives in for a single leg takedown but Ikban sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Ikban is trying to counter with his kicks.
Barbu throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
As Barbu backs off Ikban throws a huge counter combo but Barbu manages to avoid it all.#TD#
Barbu darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Ikban kicks off Barbu and gets to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ikban wants to clinch but Barbu slips to the side
and Barbu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ikban doesn't manage to clinch there - Barbu circles away.
#T1##CL2#
Ikban pushes Barbu up against the cage in a clinch.
Barbu on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Barbu gets through Ikban's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A bit of stalling here from Barbu.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Ikban swings wildly with an uppercut but Barbu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ikban taking a breather. #BC#
Barbu pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Barbu shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ikban pinned against the cage. Ikban gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dragomir Barbu. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Barbu throws a solid leg kick but Ikban takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Barbu.
Barbu has a takedown stuffed.#CL#
Barbu clinches up with Ikban and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Barbu manages to break the clinch.
Barbu avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#TD#
Barbu manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ikban on his heels. He'll look to pass Ikban's guard now, I'm sure.
Barbu prevents Ikban from getting back to his feet.
Barbu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ikban wants to sweep here but Barbu controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Barbu throwing strikes but missing.
Barbu has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ikban bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Barbu's guard. #REVB#
Ikban throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Barbu works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ikban pushing down on Barbu's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Barbu is looking for a sweep. Ikban is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Ikban is looking for a kimura but Barbu is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Ikban to get the leverage.
Barbu is trying to control but can't.
Barbu is trying to stand back up but Ikban is controlling him
#T4#
Barbu is pressing down on Ikban's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Barbu controlling the position.
Ikban trying to control but Barbu is working from the bottom. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Barbu manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Ikban lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Barbu lands a knee to the head.
Ikban swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Barbu has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ikban is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Barbu.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dragomir Barbu dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Vlad Ikban's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Ikban slaps away a takedown attempt from Barbu, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dragomir Barbu is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ikban moves in looking to clinch but Barbu pushes him off.
Ikban tries to clinch but Barbu moves out of range.
Ikban tries to clinch but Barbu is having none of it.
Barbu wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Ikban stuffs the takedown.
Barbu shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ikban as he jumps to the side.
Ikban is trying to counter with his kicks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dragomir Barbu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbu throws a head kick but Ikban moves out of range.
Ikban slaps away a takedown attempt from Barbu, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T1#
Ikban is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Barbu is keeping busy.#BC#
Barbu breaks from the clinch.
Barbu connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Ikban goes for a double leg but Barbu avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Barbu continues to drive forward.
Barbu shoots in and drives through. Ikban sprawls well.
Dragomir Barbu is winning the standup battle so far.
Ikban tries to close the distance and clinch up but Barbu swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Barbu shoots in for a takedown but Ikban shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Dragomir Barbu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barbu lands a lovely overhand right.
Barbu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ikban can do to turn this around?
Barbu will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T2#
Ikban defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Barbu.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Barbu fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL2#
Ikban closes the distance and pushes Barbu back into the cage.
Barbu has Ikban pressed against the cage, preventing Ikban from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Ikban misses with a hook to the ribs.
Barbu fails to pull guard.
Ikban misses with a knee to the head.
Ikban misses with a short punch on the inside.
Barbu jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ikban walks away with a smile on his face. Barbu gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Barbu shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Ikban counters with a left to the body.
Ikban throws a body punch but Barbu moves out of range. #T3#
Barbu fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ikban avoids it really well and circles away.
Barbu wants to clinch.
Ikban closes the distance but Barbu moves to the side
and Barbu makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Barbu fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ikban avoids it really well and circles away.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ikban tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Barbu paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Barbu looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ikban swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Barbu is looking to counter punch.
Barbu throws a leg kick but Ikban checks it. #CL2#
Ikban moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC#
Barbu escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD#
Barbu changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ikban looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Ikban wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Ikban felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ikban tries to improve position but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Ikban showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Vlad Ikban's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Barbu thuds his right hand into Ikban's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Ikban can't find room to land a body shot as Barbu controls the action.
Barbu is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Barbu jumps guard but Ikban turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Ikban gets underhooks to prevent Barbu's takedown attempt.
Barbu has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ikban avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dragomir Barbu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ikban wants to take the fight to the mat but Barbu manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Ikban is trying to force a seperation but Barbu has the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbu is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ikban to keep the fight standing.
Barbu goes for a takedown attempt but Ikban pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Barbu scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Ikban tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Barbu manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Barbu is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Ikban avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ikban throws out a counter right but Barbu avoids it with no problem.
Barbu tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Barbu clinches.
Barbu fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC#
Barbu escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Barbu goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
As Barbu backs off Ikban throws a huge counter combo but Barbu manages to avoid it all.
Ikban fails to land the takedown.
Barbu avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T2#
Ikban misses with a takedown attempt
and Barbu counters with a one-two to the body.
Barbu closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ikban circles away.
Ikban tries to close the distance and clinch but Barbu swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Barbu shoots for a double leg takedown but Ikban sprawls well. He's pushed Barbu's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Ikban tries to counter with a clinch but Barbu shakes him off and moves away.
Barbu circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL2#
Ikban closes the distance and clinches.
Vlad Ikban seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
The referee calls for Barbu to work.
Come on Barbu - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Barbu for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Barbu wants to take the fight to the mat but Ikban manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Ikban wants a takedown but no success here.
Barbu really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T3#
Ikban trying to control the position but instead, Barbu has worked for underhooks and has pushed Ikban into the cage.
Ikban stalls. #BC#
Barbu's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Barbu shoots for a takedown but Ikban saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Ikban misses.#TD2#
Ikban closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Barbu to the mat! Barbu manages to get full guard. #ES#
Barbu is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Ikban presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Ikban swings wildly with an uppercut but Barbu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ikban prevents a takedown attempt there.
Barbu letting Ikban take a breather here.#T4#
Barbu avoiding damage as Ikban throws knees to the body.
Ikban is trying to stall.
Ikban tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Barbu's elbow. #BC#
Barbu breaks the clinch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ikban is defended easily by Barbu.
Barbu drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ikban sprawls and moves away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barbu getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dragomir Barbu showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Barbu 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dragomir Barbu!
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Event:
FFA 8: Bishop vs Waves
Date: Feb 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Ikban is looking to clinch but Hryunov is avoiding it.
Ikban tries to clinch there but Hryunov circles away.
#CL2#
Ikban gets a clinch. #BC2#
Ikban breaks from the clinch.
Hryunov works the jab nicely.#CL2#
Ikban moves into the clinch.
Ikban connects with a knee to the head.
#CUT2#
It looks like Pavel Hryunov has been cut.
Ikban tries for a takedown but Hryunov manages to get underhooks.
Hryunov wants to break free but Ikban has control.
Hryunov is trying to force a seperation but Ikban has the dominant position.
Ikban tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hryunov avoids it.
Hryunov has had enough of the clinch but Ikban keeps him there for the moment.
Hryunov is trying to force a seperation but Ikban has the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ikban with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Ikban is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Hryunov is defending well for now.
Hryunov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Ikban.
#BC#
Hryunov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Hryunov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT#
It looks like Vlad Ikban has been cut.
Pavel Hryunov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Hryunov has managed to clinch.
Ikban has Hryunov pressed against the cage, preventing Hryunov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Hryunov looks to throw an elbow but misses. #BC#
Hryunov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hryunov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ikban.
Ikban has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Hryunov.
Hryunov lands a jab to Ikban's midsection.
Ikban takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Ikban walks into a stiff left hand from Hryunov.
Hryunov works the jab nicely.
Hryunov looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
No joy there for Hryunov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hryunov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ikban's head.#KD#
Hryunov lands a big head kick that sends Ikban tumbling to the mat! Hryunov takes a step backwards and waves Ikban back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Ikban is rocked!
Ikban glances at the clock... BAM! Hryunov nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Ikban crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Ikban is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Pavel Hryunov!
Pavel Hryunov spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Event:
FFA 5: Rising Up
Date: Feb 04, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Ikban clinches.
Ikban unloads a knee to the mid-section. Brixton lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Brixton tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ikban's elbow.
Ikban blocks a body shot from Brixton.
Brixton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ikban connects with a nasty looking knee right to Brixton's face.
Brixton throws a punch but it's blocked by Ikban.
Brixton tries to work over Ikban's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A body shot lands from Brixton.
Ikban blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brixton. #BC2#
Ikban breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Ikban clinches with his opponent.
Ikban stalling the fight.
A bit of stalling here from Ikban.
Ikban blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ikban lands a right hand that snaps the head of Brixton backwards.
Ikban lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brixton tries to work over Ikban's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ikban is struggling to control the position.#T1#
Brixton throws a head punch that misses.
Ikban blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Brixton tries to stall but Ikban uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Ikban presses Brixton against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Brixton blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Ikban looking to throw knees to the head but Brixton is blocking nicely.
Ikban lands a body punch.
Brixton misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ikban has Brixton pushed against the cage.
Brixton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Brixton fails to land.
Brixton misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Brixton fails to land.
A short left from Ikban.
Brixton wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ikban scores with a knee to the head.
#T2#
Brixton misses with a punch on the inside.
Ikban displaying some good clinch control by pressing Brixton up against the cage.
Ikban is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Brixton throws a punch but it's blocked by Ikban.
A head punch on the inside from Brixton fails to land.
Ikban lands a knee to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brixton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ikban blocks a body shot from Brixton.
Ikban blocks a body shot from Brixton.
Brixton misses with the head strike.
Ikban scores a nice knee to the body.
Brixton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Brixton taking a breather.
Brixton misses with a punch on the inside.
Brixton misses with the head strike.
Ikban landing some nice looking knees to the body.
#T3#
Ikban lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ikban blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ikban lands a nice elbow.
Brixton throws a head punch that misses.
Ikban doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ikban prevents a body shot from Brixton.
Brixton misses with some punches.
Knees in the clinch landing for Ikban.
Brixton is breathing heavily.
Ikban putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Brixton in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Ikban throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Ikban scores with a knee to the head.
Ikban lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Ikban lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Brixton takes a shot to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ikban utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Ikban lands an uppercut.#T4#
Ikban goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Brixton takes a shot to the head.
Ikban blocks a body shot from Brixton.
Ikban is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Brixton misses with a punch to the body.
Ikban can't find room to land a body shot as Brixton controls the action.
We've been informed that Ikban has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Brixton can't find room to land a body shot as Ikban controls the action.
Ikban landing knees to the head.
Brixton throws a punch but it's blocked by Ikban.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ikban.
Brixton blocks a body shot from Ikban.
Ikban lands with a short shot to the head.
Ikban lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Ikban dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ikban.
Brixton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Ikban 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##CL2#
Brixton tries to keep at a distance but Ikban has taken the fight into the clinch.
Brixton trying to stall but Ikban improves his position.
Brixton has a couple of punches blocked by Ikban.
Brixton tries to work over Ikban's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ikban leaning against his opponent.
Brixton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ikban working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Brixton avoiding damage as Ikban throws knees to the body.
Brixton misses with a body punch.
Brixton scores with a shoulder strike.
Ikban lands a good knee to the midsection. Brixton won't want to take too many of those.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Ikban manages to break the clinch.
Vlad Ikban is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Ikban has managed to clinch.
Brixton tries to throw a body punch but Ikban avoids it by throwing Brixton back against the cage.
Ikban landing knees to the body.
Brixton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1#
Ikban lands a knee to the head.
Brixton takes an elbow to the temple.
Ikban tries to throw a body punch but Brixton avoids it by throwing Ikban back against the cage. #BC2#
Ikban breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Brixton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ikban moves away.
Brixton misses with a straight right.
Brixton fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ikban on the side of the head.#CL2#
Ikban gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brixton.
Brixton takes a knee to the side of the body.
Brixton throws a punch but it's blocked by Ikban.
Ikban tries to work over Brixton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vlad Ikban seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Ikban doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ikban displaying some good clinch control by pressing Brixton up against the cage.
Ikban is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
#T2#
Ikban blocks an uppercut.
Ikban gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Ikban prevents a body shot from Brixton.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ikban digs a right hand into Brixton's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Brixton's gas tank.
Ikban comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Ikban has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ikban blocking some punches.
Brixton misses with a punch to the body.
Brixton gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Ikban.
Ikban using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Brixton has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ikban leaning against his opponent.
Ikban stalling in the clinch.
#T3#
Ikban utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Ikban tries a body shot but Brixton blocks it.
Brixton takes an elbow to the forehead.
Ikban blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ikban is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Brixton has a couple of punches blocked by Ikban.
Ikban unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Ikban obliges.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brixton.
Brixton lands with a short shot to the head.
Ikban lands an elbow that stopped Brixton in his tracks for a moment.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brixton.
Brixton tries a body shot but Ikban blocks it.
Brixton has a couple of punches blocked by Ikban.
Ikban blocking some punches.
#T4#
Ikban blocks an uppercut.
Ikban stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Ikban blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Brixton fails to land.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brixton tries to throw a body punch but Ikban avoids it by throwing Brixton back against the cage.
Ikban lands a nice knee to the body.
Ikban blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Brixton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Brixton misses with some punches.
Brixton tries to throw a body punch but Ikban avoids it by throwing Brixton back against the cage.
Ikban gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Ikban lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ikban tries to work over Brixton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ikban misses with a body punch.
Brixton is leaning against Ikban and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Ikban can't find room to land a body shot as Brixton controls the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Ikban 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##CL2#
Ikban clinches.
Ikban tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Brixton's elbow.
Brixton tries to stall but Ikban uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Ikban blocking some punches.
Brixton misses with the head strike.
#BC2#
Ikban breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ikban fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Brixton avoids it really well and circles away.
Brixton was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Brixton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ikban looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Ikban takes the fight into the clinch.
Ikban tries to throw a body punch but Brixton avoids it by throwing Ikban back against the cage.
Ikban is struggling to control the position.
A head punch on the inside from Brixton fails to land. #T1#
Ikban trying to land knees to the body.
Ikban taking a breather.
Brixton has a couple of punches blocked by Ikban.
Ikban can't find room to land a body shot as Brixton controls the action.
Ikban effectively controlling the action here.
Ikban digs a right hand underneath Brixton's ribcage. Brixton let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Knees to the body from Ikban.
Ikban lands a nice knee to the body.
Ikban connects with a nasty looking knee right to Brixton's face.
Ikban lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Ikban lands a good knee to the midsection. Brixton won't want to take too many of those.
Ikban with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Brixton can't find room to land a body shot as Ikban controls the action.
Ikban lands a knee to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Ikban misses with a body punch.
Ikban lands a good knee to the midsection. Brixton won't want to take too many of those.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brixton working hard to break the clinch.
Brixton tries a body shot but Ikban blocks it.
Brixton misses with a punch on the inside.
Ikban just leaning against Brixton, taking a breather.
Ikban utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Brixton takes a knee to the side of the body.
Brixton swings wildly with an uppercut but Ikban uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brixton tries to work over Ikban's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Brixton swings wildly with an uppercut but Ikban uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ikban lands a left hand that snaps the head of Brixton backwards.
Ikban lands a right hand. #T3#
Brixton misses with a punch on the inside.
Ikban blocks a body shot from Brixton.
Ikban putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Brixton in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Ikban lands a knee to the body.
Ikban tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Brixton's elbow. #TD2#
Ikban tightens his grip and picks Brixton up, before dumping him to the ground. Brixton manages to land in guard. #ES#
Brixton manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Tommy Brixton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ikban lands a body punch in the clinch.
Brixton misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ikban scores with a knee to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stalling in the clinch from Ikban.
Ikban throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Brixton tries a body shot but Ikban blocks it.
Ikban blocks an uppercut.
A frustrated look appears on Brixton's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T4#
A body shot lands from Ikban.
Brixton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Brixton.
Ikban lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Brixton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Ikban breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Ikban gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Brixton throws a head punch that misses.
Ikban swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Brixton misses with some punches.
Ikban lands an elbow just above Brixton 's eye.
Ikban working Brixton over with knees to the body.
Brixton is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Ikban tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vlad Ikban comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Ikban 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vlad Ikban!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Vazquez fails with the takedown.
Ikban looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#CL2#
Ikban clinches. #BC2#
Ikban manages to break the clinch.
Vazquez moves out of range of the body kick.
Ikban tries to clinch up.
Vazquez lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#CL2#
Ikban gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ikban using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Vazquez has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A bit of stalling here from Ikban.
Ikban lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#CUT2#
It looks like John Vazquez has been cut.
Ikban misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T1#
Stalling in the clinch from Ikban.
Ikban taking a breather.
Ikban tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Ikban misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Vazquez.
Vazquez really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Nice body punch from Ikban - that landed with a thud.
Ikban is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Vazquez is defending well for now.
Vazquez is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ikban is defending well.
Ikban lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Vazquez.
Ikban just leaning against Vazquez, taking a breather.
Ikban is stalling here.
#T2#
Ikban lands a knee to the head.
Ikban slows down the pace here.
#TD2#
Ikban has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Vazquez regains guard immediately.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vazquez wants to hit a switch here but Ikban passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Vazquez there!
Vazquez bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T3#
Ikban pulls Vazquez in close to prevent any damage.
Vazquez cracks Ikban with a solid left hand.
Ikban throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Vazquez stops Ikban from standing up. #ES2#
Ikban has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Vazquez has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Ikban tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Vazquez avoids it.#T4##TD2#
Ikban has picked Vazquez up - he's going for a ride! Ikban dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Vazquez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ikban is working away from the top position though.
Vazquez moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Vazquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Vazquez controlling Ikban's posture. #SUB2#
Ikban drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ikban jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Ikban dominated that round.
The cut man is working on John Vazquez's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Vazquez has his takedown stuffed#KD2#
and Ikban counters with a crisp one two that drops Vazquez! Ikban thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Vazquez to his feet! Vazquez is in big trouble!#ROC2#
Vazquez is rocked!#CL2#
Ikban gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Oh Vazquez is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vazquez is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Ikban lands a big right hand that drops Vazquez! The killer instinct kicks in and Ikban finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Ikban!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vlad Ikban!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 19, 2016 |
#R1#
Ikban lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#TD#
Hopper closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Ikban to the mat! Ikban manages to get full guard.
Hopper stops Ikban from standing up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Hopper drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Hopper as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Ikban screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Hopper! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Terry Hopper!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 15, 2016 |
#R1##CL2#
Ikban clinches with his opponent.
Franco tries to break free but Ikban pushes him back against the cage.
Ikban lands a body shot.
Ikban is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Franco wants to break free but Ikban has control.
Franco is looking to control Ikban's arms but Ikban gets an underhook and turns him. Now Franco has his back to the cage.
Ikban displaying some good clinch control by pressing Franco up against the cage.
Ikban utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Franco tries to circle away but Ikban has him pinned against the cage.
Franco is trying to break the clinch but Ikban has him pressed against the cage.
Ikban lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Franco or not.
Ikban pressing his opponent against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ikban tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Ikban with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Franco tries to break free but Ikban pushes him back against the cage.
Ikban softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1#
Ikban lands a good knee to the midsection. Franco won't want to take too many of those.
Ikban has Franco pushed against the cage.
Franco is trying to break free.
Ikban misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Franco.
Franco tries to break the clinch but Ikban is controlling the position.
Ikban misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ikban lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Franco.
Ikban unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Franco is breathing heavily.
A right hand to the body from Ikban.
A left hand lands to the body for Ikban.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Ikban putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Franco in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Ikban lands a good knee to the midsection. Franco won't want to take too many of those.
Ikban landing knees to the head.
Ikban lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#ROC2#
Franco is rocked!#T2#
Ikban leaning against his opponent.
Oh Franco is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ikban works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Stalling in the clinch from Ikban.
Ikban unloads a knee to the mid-section. Franco lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Ikban is pushing Franco up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Come on Ikban - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Vlad Ikban.
It's a brutal combination of punches from Ikban! Franco is backing up but he can't get away as Ikban lands with one final shot to the jaw that drops Franco and ends the fight. Great knockout.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Vlad Ikban!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 12, 2016 |
#R1#
Mckenzie shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Ikban eats them both and turns towards Mckenzie to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Ikban works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Mckenzie tries to pull guard but Ikban holds him up against the cage and eventually Mckenzie drops back down to his feet.
Mckenzie drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ikban connects with a knee to the head.
#CUT2#
It looks like Lenny Mckenzie has been cut.
The referee is keeping an eye on Ikban - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Ikban lands on the inside with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ikban lands with a short shot to the head.
Ikban with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Ikban prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lenny Mckenzie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ikban lands with a light punch inside. #ROC2#
Mckenzie is rocked!#T1#
Ikban presses Mckenzie against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Oh Mckenzie is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ikban lands a big knee! That's hurt Mckenzie! Oh, he's all over the place! Ikban lands another knee that sends Mckenzie to the floor and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vlad Ikban!
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