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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 06, 2017 |
#R1#
Wood fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
As Wood looks to move away, Simpson throws a big counter combo but Wood just gets out of the way.#TD#
Simpson closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
You can see the frustration on Wood's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ground and pound from Simpson seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Simpson is looking to take a break and control but Wood is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Simpson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Wood tries to control but Simpson manages to take his back.
Wood trying to control the position but Simpson manages to sink in the hooks.
Wood is covering up but some of the strikes from Simpson are getting through and doing damage.
Simpson lands punches and elbows.
Wood trying to control the position but Simpson manages to sink in the hooks.
Simpson controlling well, preventing Wood from escaping the position.
This has been an exciting period of action!#T1##SUB#
Wood preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Simpson.
Wood tries to roll but Simpson sticks to his back.
Wood is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Simpson lands punches and elbows.
Wood is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Wood trying to control the position but Simpson manages to sink in the hooks.
Can Wood hold on?! Simpson is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Simpson not allowing Wood to control his hands.
Wood is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Simpson lands an elbow to the side of the head. #T2#
Simpson gets his hands free as Wood looks to control.
Simpson doesn't have the hooks in and Wood manages to turn into his guard.
Wood wants to control from the top but Simpson keeps moving.
Wood is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wood tries to free his leg and advance position but Simpson is retaining full guard.
Wood trying to control the position from guard on top but Simpson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wood is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3#
Wood is looking to stand up but Simpson won't let him. #SUB2#
Wood is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Simpson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Simpson has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Wood is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Simpson defends well.
Simpson wants to control from the top but Wood keeps moving. #SUB2#
Wood looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T4#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Simpson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Wood is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Simpson throwing strikes from guard but Wood blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Simpson throws a sloppy strike and Wood has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Simpson is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Wood!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). James Wood!
During a confident post fight interview, James Wood thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Larsen. #TD2#
Larsen closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Simpson's guard.
Larsen controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Larsen makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Larsen advances to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Larsen is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Larsen in particular looking to stall.#T1#
Larsen wants to stand up but Simpson manages to regain full guard.
Larsen is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Larsen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Larsen slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Larsen lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T3#
Larsen is looking to work some ground and pound but Simpson has wrist control.
Larsen controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Larsen moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Larsen has picked Simpson up - he's going for a ride! Larsen dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#T4#
Larsen working over Simpson with some ground and pound. Simpson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Larsen looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Larsen lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Still in half guard, Larsen seems content to control.
Simpson has hold of Larsen's hands but Larsen slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#ROC2#
Simpson is rocked!
Larsen sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Oh Simpson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Larsen takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Larsen lands a big elbow - Simpson is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Larsen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Balder Larsen!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 31, 2017 |
#R1#
Westbrook connects with a looping right hand.
No joy there for Westbrook, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Westbrook throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Simpson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Westbrook misses with a few strikes there.
Simpson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A nice combination there by Westbrook.
#CUT2#
It looks like Norbert Simpson has been cut.
Simpson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Westbrook throws a series of punches but Simpson avoids them all with ease.
Westbrook leaves Simpson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Westbrook swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Simpson ducks under a wild hook from Westbrook.
Simpson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Westbrook throws the left hand but Simpson avoids the punch easily.
Simpson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Westbrook scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Westbrook connects with the punch.
Simpson throws a head kick that misses.
Westbrook lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#ROC2#
Simpson is rocked!
Westbrook throws a right hand that Simpson ducks under and follows up with a left that Simpson also avoids with ease.
Westbrook loads up on a big right hand but Simpson slips the punch.
Simpson feinted with a counter takedown.
Simpson shoots in for a double leg but Westbrook sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Norbert Simpson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Westbrook misses with a jab, cross combination.
Westbrook misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Westbrook scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Oh Simpson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Westbrook punishes Simpson's body with a nice straight punch.
Simpson is breathing heavily.
Simpson seems to be squinting his left eye. Perhaps he got a poke in that previous exchange. Westbrook shows no mercy and swarms him with a barage of strikes! Simpson is backing up but Westbrook catches him with a final right hook that drops him! Simpson covers up and the referee steps in to end the fight! Westbrook Jumps to his feet and flashes his guns to the crowd. Oh yeah, baby! How'd you like them apples?!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tyron Westbrook!
Tyron Westbrook 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: Mar 28, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Jonesy throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Simpson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Jonesy is in Simpson's guard.#ES#
Simpson has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Jonesy is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Simpson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Simpson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Jonesy just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD2#
Jonesy decides to pull guard.
Jonesy is adopting a defensive guard.
Simpson won't allow Jonesy to sweep him here.
Simpson throwing strikes from guard but Jonesy blocks nicely.
Jonesy working a defensive guard here.
Jonesy controlling the position.
Jonesy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Jonesy pulls Simpson in to control the position.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Jonesy working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Simpson. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Jonesy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Simpson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jonesy with a poor takedown #CL#
and Simpson holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC2#
Jonesy manages to break the clinch.
Jonesy tries a head kick but it misses.
#TD#
Simpson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Jonesy manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#ES2#
Jonesy pushes Simpson off and scrambles back to his feet.
#T2#
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!
Jonesy wants to clinch up but Simpson keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Jonesy has closed the distance and engaged Simpson in a clinch.
Jonesy is looking for a takedown.
Norbert Simpson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jonny Jonesy.
Jonesy tries for a takedown. No joy.
Jonesy will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Simpson up against the cage.#TD2#
Jonesy jumps into guard, dragging Simpson to the mat.
Simpson stopping the sweep attempt from Jonesy.#T3#
Simpson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Jonesy keeping moving, preventing Simpson from controlling successfully.
Jonesy working a defensive guard here.
Simpson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Simpson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jonesy works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Simpson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jonesy looking for a sweep. Not yet Jonesy, not yet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jonesy looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Simpson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Simpson swats away the attempt to clinch by Jonesy.
Simpson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jonesy is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Simpson tries for a takedown but Jonesy sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Jonesy clinches up against the cage.
Simpson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD2#
Jonesy has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Simpson clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Jonesy controls the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jonny Jonesy dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Jonesy will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Jonesy shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Simpson manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#ES#
Simpson is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Jonesy presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #BC2#
Jonesy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jonny Jonesy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Simpson enables Jonesy to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Simpson manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES#
Simpson pushes Jonesy off and gets back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Simpson shoots for a double leg takedown but Jonesy sprawls well. He's pushed Simpson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Jonesy wants to counter with a clinch but Simpson pushes him away.
Jonesy wants to clinch but Simpson slips to the side#TD#
and Simpson counters with a takedown into side control.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jonesy can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #SU#
Simpson decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD2#
Jonesy changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Simpson looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Jonesy working away.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Jonesy lands a few punches from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Jonesy thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SU2#
Jonesy decides to stand back up. Jonesy steps back and let's Simpson get back to his feet.#T2#
Jonesy lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Jonesy throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jonesy throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Simpson counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Simpson.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simpson scoring with punches to the head and body.
Simpson postures up.
Jonesy working a defensive guard but Simpson passes into half guard.
Simpson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jonesy's head. #T3#
Simpson misses with a head shot. Jonesy uses the momentum to regain guard.
Simpson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Jonesy has control of Simpson's left arm, preventing Simpson from doing any damage.
Simpson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Simpson trying to control the position from guard on top but Jonesy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#ES2#
Jonesy pushes Simpson off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Jonesy wants to clinch but Simpson slips to the side
and Simpson counters with a left and a right that stings Jonesy.
Jonesy shoots for a double leg takedown but Simpson sprawls well. He's pushed Jonesy's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Jonesy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Norbert Simpson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jonny Jonesy.
Simpson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jonesy.
Jonesy is trying hard to land a takedown here. Simpson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Simpson tries to counter by clinching up but Jonesy breaks away and moves out of range.
Simpson misses with a head kick.
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 Norbert Simpson will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Simpson tries to close the distance and clinch but Jonesy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Jonesy rushes Simpson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Jonesy wants to stall.
Jonesy is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Simpson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Simpson tries to pull guard but Jonesy holds him up against the cage and eventually Simpson drops back down to his feet.
Jonesy lands a nice shot to the body. #BC2#
Jonesy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jonesy doesn't manage to clinch there - Simpson circles away.
A head kick from Jonesy lands but Simpson takes it in his stride. #CUT2#
It looks like Norbert Simpson has been cut.
Simpson tries to clinch but Jonesy moves out of range. #T1##TD#
Simpson shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Simpson showed some decent athleticism there. #ES2#
Jonesy has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Simpson is on him like a limpet, forcing Jonesy back against the cage.#TD2#
Jonesy jumps guard.
Jonesy trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Simpson is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Jonesy is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Jonesy has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jonesy pushes down on Simpson's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#ES#
Simpson kicks Jonesy off and gets back to his feet.
Jonesy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Simpson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jonesy tries to clinch up
and Simpson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
A punch combination from Jonesy misses. #T3#
Jonesy tries to clinch but Simpson moves out of range.
Jonesy fails with the takedown#CL#
and Simpson moves into the clinch.
Simpson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Jonesy is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Jonesy breaks the clinch.
Jonesy fails with the takedown.
Simpson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Norbert Simpson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jonny Jonesy.
Jonesy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Simpson sprawls well. Simpson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Jonesy gets slowly back to his feet.#T4#
Jonesy throws a head kick that half lands.
Jonesy tries for a takedown but Simpson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Simpson gets caught flat footed, as Jonesy shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES#
Simpson pushes Jonesy off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jonesy stuffs the takedown.
Jonesy is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Jonesy throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Simpson counters with a left and a right that stings Jonesy.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Jonny Jonesy.
I think Jonesy 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jonny Jonesy!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Simpson shoots for a takedown but Guacamole saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Guacamole is looking to clinch.
Simpson is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Guacamole.#CL2#
Guacamole closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Guacamole manages to break the clinch.
Guacamole tries to score a power double leg takedown but Simpson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Guacamole somewhat.
Simpson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Simpson misses with a double jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Guacamole connects with a nice looking jab.
#CUT2#
It looks like Norbert Simpson has been cut.#CL2#
Guacamole clinches up against the cage.
Simpson is trying to pull guard but Guacamole has him pressed against the cage.
Guacamole drops down looking for an ankle pick but Simpson pulls his leg out and moves away.
#T1#
Simpson misses with a head kick.
Guacamole gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL#
and Simpson moves into the clinch.
Norbert Simpson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Larry Guacamole.#TD2#
Guacamole successfully pulls guard.
Guacamole is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Simpson throws a strike but Guacamole rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Simpson looking to control.
Guacamole tries to free his leg and advance position but Simpson is retaining full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Guacamole accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Simpson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Guacamole doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Guacamole manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Guacamole wants to pass the guard but Simpson is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Guacamole drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Simpson dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Guacamole avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Guacamole bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Simpson's guard. #REVB#
Guacamole missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Guacamole is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Guacamole wants to stand but Simpson is controlling his posture from full guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Guacamole trying to move into half guard but instead Simpson has managed to sweep!#REVR#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Simpson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Guacamole looking to control.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Guacamole holds on and takes a little breather.
Simpson wants to control from the top but Guacamole keeps moving.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Guacamole looking to hit a scissor sweep but Simpson is one step ahead there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Larry Guacamole dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Norbert Simpson's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Guacamole fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Simpson avoids it really well and circles away.
Simpson goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Guacamole throws a right and a left that both miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Guacamole misses with a head kick.
Guacamole just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromSimpson.
Guacamole wants to clinch up but Simpson keeps it at a distance.
Simpson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Simpson fails with the takedown
and Guacamole connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Larry Guacamole seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Simpson wants to clinch.
Guacamole misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
and Simpson counters with a nice double leg into side control. Guacamole won't be happy with that.
Larry Guacamole has got the better of the ground game so far.
Guacamole is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Simpson asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Guacamole gets back to half guard.
Guacamole is looking to control Simpson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Guacamole avoid being mounted?#T2#
Simpson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Guacamole trying to control but Simpson postures up.
Guacamole is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Simpson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Simpson's back!
Simpson rolls, trying to escape but Guacamole keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Guacamole looking for the choke from the back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Guacamole 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.
#T3#
Guacamole punches the canvas rather than the man. #SUB2#
Guacamole looking to break Simpson's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Simpson remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Guacamole will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Guacamole is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#SUB2#
Guacamole is persistently looking for the submission but Simpson is defending it well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Simpson showing good submission defense here.
#T4#
Simpson rolls, trying to escape but Guacamole keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Simpson defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Guacamole is riding his opponent, not letting Simpson buck him off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Larry Guacamole showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Norbert Simpson's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! 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#
Guacamole looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Guacamole tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Simpson defends well and Guacamole ends up having to push Simpson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Guacamole.
Norbert Simpson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Larry Guacamole.
Guacamole shoots in for a double leg but Simpson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Guacamole goes for a double leg but Simpson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Simpson continues to drive forward.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Guacamole lands a two punch combo.
Guacamole takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Guacamole will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T1##CL#
Simpson clinches up against the cage.
Simpson dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#TD#
Simpson has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Guacamole uses from the top position.
Guacamole showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Simpson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Simpson has Guacamole pulled in close to control his posture.
Simpson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Guacamole is controlling him. #T2#
Guacamole advances position into side control!
Guacamole in side control lands a decent elbow.
Simpson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Guacamole on the ground.
Guacamole tries to move into full mount but can't pass Simpson's legs. #SUB2#
Guacamole is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Simpson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3#
Guacamole takes a little break here. Simpson wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Guacamole trying to control the position but Simpson is working away. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Guacamole throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Guacamole wants to lay and pray for a moment but Simpson keeps working.
Guacamole controlling the position.
Simpson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Guacamole works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Norbert Simpson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Larry Guacamole is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Guacamole takes a little break here. Simpson wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Larry Guacamole comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Guacamole 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 27:30
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Larry Guacamole!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 22, 2017 |
#R1#
DeMorias throws out a powerful jab.#CUT2#
It looks like Norbert Simpson has been cut.
DeMorias shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Simpson sprawls well. Simpson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. DeMorias gets slowly back to his feet.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from DeMorias.
DeMorias tries to close the distance and clinch but Simpson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Simpson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Simpson wants it to stay on the feet.
Simpson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#TD2#
DeMorias looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
DeMorias looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeMorias advances to half guard.
Simpson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Simpson won't allow DeMorias to pass to mount. #T1##SU2#
DeMorias stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #CL2#
DeMorias takes the fight into the clinch.
Simpson jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as DeMorias walks away with a smile on his face. Simpson gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
DeMorias fails in his attempt to clinch.
It looked like Simpson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
DeMorias throws a chopping leg kick but Simpson manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Simpson lands a head kick!
DeMorias slaps away a takedown attempt from Simpson, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL2#
DeMorias closes the distance and clinches. #T2#
DeMorias jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Simpson walks away with a smile on his face. DeMorias gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Norbert Simpson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jacob DeMorias.
DeMorias misses with a head kick.
#CL#
Simpson closes the distance and clinches.
DeMorias jumps guard but Simpson stands there with DeMorias around his waist. DeMorias gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Simpson tries to pull guard but DeMorias holds him up against the cage and eventually Simpson drops back down to his feet.
#TD#
Simpson decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
DeMorias is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Simpson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Simpson has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simpson trying to stand up but can't free himself from DeMorias's guard.#T3#
Simpson won't allow DeMorias to get back to his feet.
Simpson preventing the sweep.
Simpson 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. #ES2#
DeMorias manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Simpson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables DeMorias to keep the fight standing.
DeMorias wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD#
Simpson jumps guard and drags DeMorias to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #T4#
DeMorias being controlled here momentarily.
Simpson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
DeMorias controls from within his opponent's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
DeMorias stopping the sweep attempt from Simpson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jacob DeMorias will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Norbert Simpson's cut.
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.
#R2##CL#
Simpson rushes DeMorias and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Simpson is pressed up against the cage. DeMorias has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Simpson down to the mat. Simpson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
A head kick from Simpson lands but DeMorias takes it in his stride. #CL2#
DeMorias has closed the distance and engaged Simpson in a clinch.
Simpson jumps guard but DeMorias turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Simpson ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Simpson no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU2#
DeMorias gets to his feet. Simpson looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Simpson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Simpson wants it to stay on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeMorias looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Norbert Simpson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jacob DeMorias.
Simpson stuffs the takedown.#T1#
Nice takedown defense from Simpson. No joy for DeMorias on that attempt.
As DeMorias tries to get set, Simpson tries to push him back and clinch up but DeMorias manages to avoid the attempt.
A head kick misses from Simpson.
DeMorias darts in looking for a takedown but Simpson gets double underhooks and turns DeMorias into the cage.
DeMorias is breathing heavily.
DeMorias misses with a takedown
and Simpson counters with a one-two to the body.
Simpson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
DeMorias misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
DeMorias motions for Simpson to come forward. DeMorias throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Simpson has managed to clinch.
Simpson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T2#
Simpson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. DeMorias avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Simpson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Simpson is trying to pull guard but DeMorias turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Simpson jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as DeMorias walks away with a smile on his face. Simpson gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
DeMorias tries to score with a low kick but Simpson moves his leg out of the way.
A quick step to the side and Simpson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
DeMorias shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Simpson as he avoids it easily.
Norbert Simpson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
No luck for DeMorias with that takedown attempt.
DeMorias moves to clinch but Simpson breaks away #TD#
and Simpson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in DeMorias's guard.#T3#
DeMorias controls Simpson momentarily but Simpson frees himself. #SUB2#
DeMorias escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Simpson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Simpson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Simpson with a nice head shot there.
DeMorias not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Simpson throwing strikes from guard but DeMorias blocks nicely.
Simpson landing some decent shots from guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Simpson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
DeMorias keeping moving, preventing Simpson from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
DeMorias escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Simpson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
DeMorias pulls Simpson in close to prevent any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Simpson postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Norbert Simpson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Norbert Simpson's cut.
That's time! Simpson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##TD#
Simpson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. DeMorias sprawls well initially but Simpson persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Simpson slips a nice elbow through DeMorias's hands, connecting with DeMorias's forehead.
Simpson thows a huge punch but DeMorias dodges it nicely.
DeMorias regains full guard. Nicely done.
Simpson throwing strikes but missing.
Simpson passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
Simpson prevents DeMorias from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DeMorias is not content to let Simpson control the position.#T1#
DeMorias has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Simpson is working away from the top position though.
Simpson slips a nice elbow through DeMorias's hands, connecting with DeMorias's forehead.
DeMorias is trying to get back to full guard.
Simpson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. DeMorias defending well though.
DeMorias is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
DeMorias is still trying to improve position.
Simpson performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
DeMorias is doing well to control the position and prevent Simpson from advancing to side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Simpson prevents DeMorias from improving his position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
DeMorias fails in his attempt to clinch.
As DeMorias tries to get set, Simpson tries to push him back and clinch up but DeMorias manages to avoid the attempt.
DeMorias with a poor takedown #CL#
and Simpson counters by moving into the clinch.
DeMorias takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3#
Simpson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables DeMorias to keep the fight standing.#TD#
Simpson drags the fight down to the ground.
DeMorias postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SU2#
DeMorias gets to his feet - Simpson follows without any prompting.
DeMorias throws a wild body kick that Simpson sees coming a mile off.#CL2#
DeMorias forces Simpson back against the cage and clinches.
DeMorias goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Simpson is trying to pull guard but DeMorias has him pressed against the cage.
Simpson jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as DeMorias walks away with a smile on his face. Simpson gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Norbert Simpson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Simpson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
DeMorias fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Simpson avoids it really well and circles away.#T4#
DeMorias tries to clinch but Simpson moves out of range.
Some wild striking there from DeMorias.
DeMorias just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromSimpson.
Simpson stuffs the takedown.
Simpson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
DeMorias throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Simpson was covering up waiting for the punch and DeMorias finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES#
Simpson scrambles and gets back to his feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Norbert Simpson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Simpson 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Norbert Simpson!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 17, 2017 |
#R1#
Bone tries to bum rush Simpson with a series of wild strikes but Simpson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A combination from Bone does no damage.
Bone stuffs the takedown.
Bone rushes Simpson with punches - Simpson moves straight backwards instead of circling and gets clipped by the second strike... and the third... and the fourth! Oh, Simpson goes down! Bone follows up with more strikes and the ref steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Bone!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 07, 2017 |
#R1#
Gracie shoots in and drives through. Simpson sprawls well.
Simpson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Gracie. #CL#
Simpson moves into the clinch.
Gracie is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Simpson to keep the fight standing.
Norbert Simpson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jacare Gracie.
A bit of stalling here from Simpson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Simpson to keep the fight standing.
Simpson is struggling to control the position.#TD#
Simpson tightens his grip and picks Gracie up, before dumping him to the ground. Gracie manages to land in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Gracie is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Simpson has his hands clasped together but Gracie extends and breaks Simpson's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Gracie.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jacare Gracie!
In his post fight interview, Jacare Gracie started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
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Date: Jan 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Denker shoots in looking for a takedown. Simpson tries to sprawl out of it but Denker keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Simpson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Chris Denker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Denker closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Simpson did well to prevent Denker getting side control.
Denker working the head and body with strikes.
Denker is figuring out what he wants to do next.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simpson looks like he's trying to stand up.
Denker is pressing down on Simpson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Simpson is holding on for now. #T1#
Denker is thwarting Simpson's attempts to control the position.
Simpson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Denker.
Simpson is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Denker scores with a couple of nice shots.
Denker working Simpson over with strikes. #SU2#
Denker decides to stand and escape the position.
Simpson moves in looking to clinch but Denker pushes him off.
Denker changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Denker throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Simpson's waist but Simpson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Denker off to one side.
Denker tries to clinch up.#T2#
Denker misses with a double jab
and Simpson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Simpson throws a head kick but Denker moves out of range.
Denker shoots in for a takedown but Simpson shows good takedown defense.
Simpson tries to counter with a takedown but Denker is quick to defend against it.
Norbert Simpson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chris Denker.
Denker shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Simpson as he avoids it easily.
Denker just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromSimpson.
Simpson misses with a head kick.
Denker is looking to score with low kicks.
Denker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Simpson moves away.
Simpson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Denker throws a right hand that Simpson ducks under and follows up with a left that Simpson also avoids with ease.
Denker is trying hard to land a takedown here. Simpson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Denker looks winded!#T3#
Denker avoids the head kick by Simpson.
Simpson connects with a high kick.
Denker fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Simpson tries to counter with a takedown but Denker is quick to defend against it.
A head kick misses from Simpson.
Simpson lands a head kick. Denker smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Denker throws a lazy right hand but Simpson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Simpson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Denker tries to clinch there but Simpson circles away.
#T4##TD#
Simpson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Denker's guard.
Denker avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Denker looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Simpson passes into side control.
Denker defending against the ground and pound.
Simpson sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Denker is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Simpson in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Simpson throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Norbert Simpson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Denker shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Simpson defends it nicely.
Simpson stuffs the takedown attempt from Denker. Denker gets slowly back to his feet.
Simpson lands a head kick!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Simpson closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Simpson pulls Denker into guard.
#T1#
Simpson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Denker controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Simpson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Denker gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Denker content to stall in guard here.
Chris Denker has got the better of the ground game so far.
Simpson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Denker is controlling him. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Simpson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Denker is aware though and is defending well.
Simpson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Denker fails to land the takedown.
Norbert Simpson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chris Denker.
Denker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Denker is breathing heavily.
Denker looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Norbert Simpson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Denker instigates a clinch. #T3#
Denker tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Simpson just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD#
Simpson ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Simpson no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Denker wants to stand and escape but instead Simpson has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Simpson stopping the sweep attempt from Denker.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Denker holds on and takes a little breather.
Denker working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Simpson.
Simpson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Denker can do to turn this around?
Simpson is looking to work some ground and pound but Denker has wrist control.
Simpson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Simpson stands up over Denker, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T4#
Denker tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Simpson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Denker is proving hard to escape from.
Simpson missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Simpson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Simpson trying to control but Denker is working from the bottom.
Denker is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Simpson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Norbert Simpson dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Denker gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
and Simpson counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Denker is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Simpson dives into side control.
#REVB#
Denker can't do much from the bottom here.
Simpson trying to control the action but Denker is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Denker tries to escape but Simpson is in control. #SU#
Simpson decides to stand back up. Simpson steps back and let's Denker get back to his feet.#T1#
Simpson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Denker drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Simpson defends it well.
Denker misses with the combination.
Simpson looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Denker takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Denker is looking to clinch but Simpson is avoiding it.
#CL2#
Denker closes the distance and pushes Simpson back into the cage.#TD#
Simpson manages to pull guard.
Denker wants to control from the top but Simpson keeps moving.
Denker stops Simpson from standing up. #T2#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Denker stands and steps away. Simpson gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Denker shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Simpson as he avoids it easily.
Simpson tries to counter with a takedown but Denker is quick to defend against it.
Norbert Simpson is winning the standup battle so far.
Denker has his takedown stuffed
and Simpson counters with a three punch combo that has Denker backing up. Denker nods at Simpson to acknowledge the strikes.
Norbert Simpson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chris Denker.
Simpson is looking to clinch.
Simpson fails with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Denker shoots for a takedown but Simpson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Simpson is looking to clinch but Denker is avoiding it.
Simpson scores with a head kick. Denker tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Simpson lands a jab-cross combination.
Simpson shoots in for a double leg but Denker sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Simpson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A little jabbing left from Denker on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Denker shoots in for a takedown but Simpson shows good takedown defense.
Simpson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Denker pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Denker takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#T4#
Simpson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Denker manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Denker misses with a body kick.#CL#
Simpson moves into the clinch.
Simpson is trying to pull guard but Denker has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
Simpson pulls guard effortlessly.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Denker controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that's the end of the fight!
Norbert Simpson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Simpson 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Norbert Simpson!
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