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by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
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Event:
QFC Tournament 717 Round 1
Date: Jan 07, 2017 |
#R1# Jordan throws a lazy body kick #TD2# and Conner counters with a nice double leg into guard. Conner trying to control the position from guard on top but Jordan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Jordan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Conner tries to free his leg and advance position but Jordan is retaining full guard. Jordan controls Conner momentarily but Conner frees himself. Conner trying to control but Jordan is working from the bottom. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jordan is trying to control the position but Conner postures up. Jordan wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Conner is now in half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1# Jordan tries to roll over but Conner keeps him under control.#ES# Jordan kicks off Conner and gets to his feet. #CL# Jordan fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Conner, pushing him back against the cage.#TD# Jordan has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Conner uses from the top position. Conner postures up in Jordan's guard and throws a big left but Jordan blocks it. Conner 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. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Conner won't allow Jordan to sweep him here. #T2# Conner trying to control but Jordan is working from the bottom. #SUB# Jordan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Conner can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Jordan is trying to keep Conner in close.
Conner trying to control the position from guard on top but Jordan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Conner bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES# Jordan throws Conner to one side and escapes!#T3##TD2# Conner closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #ES# Jordan kicks Conner off and gets back to his feet. Conner displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jordan. #CL# Jordan gets a clinch. This has been an exciting period of action! Conner tries for a takedown but Jordan manages to get underhooks.
Jordan blocks the elbow strike.
Jordan drops down looking for an ankle pick but Conner pulls his leg out and moves away.
Jordan tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Conner throws out a counter right but Jordan avoids it with no problem.#T4##CL# Jordan clinches with his opponent.
Conner is looking to break free of the clinch but Jordan has double underhooks. #TD# Jordan pulls guard successfully.
Jordan is trying to control the position but Conner postures up. Conner preventing the sweep. Jordan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Conner's corner is telling him to maintain position. Conner trying to control but Jordan is working from the bottom. We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gary Jordan dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Conner scores with a push kick. Nice takedown defense from Jordan. No joy for Conner on that attempt. Jordan is looking for a counter combo. Jordan throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Conner. Jordan grits his teeth and throws a big right-left combo! Conner takes both shots clean on the chin and is out cold! Jordan cracks him once more on his way down, as the crowd goes wild! They enjoyed that one!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Gary Jordan!
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