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by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 17, 2017 |
#R1#
McTummySticks throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ballard tries to clinch but McTummySticks is having none of it.
McTummySticks looks to land a combination but Ballard avoids it well.
McTummySticks throws the left hand but Ballard avoids the punch easily.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by McTummySticks.
Ballard tries to bench press McTummySticks off him but McTummySticks keeps the position.
McTummySticks slows the pace down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ballard is not content to let McTummySticks control the position.
McTummySticks tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T1#
Ballard is looking to reverse the position.
McTummySticks trying to control the action but Ballard is working from the bottom.
McTummySticks content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Ballard manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ballard is trying to control but can't.
Ballard is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ballard is not content to let McTummySticks control the position.
Ballard gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Ballard is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ballard is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ballard trying to keep a closed guard but McTummySticks is proving a slippery customer.
#T3#
McTummySticks engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
McTummySticks closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ballard quickly recovers to half guard.
McTummySticks looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
McTummySticks trying to pass the guard but Ballard defending well.
Ballard wants to control but McTummySticks is keeping busy.
McTummySticks lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T4#
The fighters are battling for position here. Ballard manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
McTummySticks trying to control the position from guard on top but Ballard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ballard looking to control.
McTummySticks is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ballard looking for a sweep. Not yet Ballard, not yet.
McTummySticks must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ballard is pulling down on McTummySticks's head to control his posture.
Ballard tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ballard is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
McTummySticks tries to kick Ballard off but Ballard keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Ballard controlling the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
CumGuzzler McTummySticks dominated that round.
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#
McTummySticks throws a head kick but Ballard moves out of range.
Ballard is looking to counter punch.#TD2#
McTummySticks looking to score a takedown here. Ballard is defending well but McTummySticks drives through and ends up in Ballard's guard.
McTummySticks wanted to stand there but Ballard had control of the position.
McTummySticks has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McTummySticks wants to control from the top but Ballard keeps moving.
McTummySticks controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Ballard throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McTummySticks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ballard swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McTummySticks controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
McTummySticks content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
McTummySticks preventing the sweep.
Ballard has a closed guard, preventing McTummySticks from standing up.
McTummySticks wants to control from the top but Ballard keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ballard moves out of range as McTummySticks strikes.#CL2#
McTummySticks moves into the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for McTummySticks.
#TD#
Ballard pulls guard successfully.
McTummySticks trying to control the position from guard on top but Ballard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
McTummySticks wants to pass the guard but Ballard is keeping the position.#SUB#
Ballard had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McTummySticks defends it easily.
McTummySticks wants to stand and escape but instead Ballard has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
McTummySticks controlling the position.
Ballard 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.
Ballard being controlled here momentarily. #T3#
Ballard controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McTummySticks striking from the bottom here.
Ballard trying to control the position from guard on top but McTummySticks is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McTummySticks tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McTummySticks is trying to control the position but Ballard postures up.
Ballard is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ballard landing some decent shots from guard.
Ballard wants to control from the top but McTummySticks keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Ballard shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McTummySticks as he jumps to the side.
As Ballard backs off McTummySticks throws a huge counter combo but Ballard manages to avoid it all.#TD2#
McTummySticks scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Ballard trying to hold on to McTummySticks's head to control him but McTummySticks postures up.
Ballard is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute McTummySticks jumps into side control!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ballard gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
McTummySticks is working for a submission of some sort.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
CumGuzzler McTummySticks showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##TD2#
McTummySticks is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ballard's half guard.
McTummySticks wants to stand but Ballard has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Ballard wants to improve his position but McTummySticks is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McTummySticks tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Ballard.
Ballard trying to hold on to McTummySticks's head to control him but McTummySticks postures up.
#T1##SUB2#
McTummySticks is looking for a kimura but Ballard is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McTummySticks to get the leverage.
McTummySticks trying to pass the guard but Ballard defending well.
Nice strikes from McTummySticks there.
Ballard is looking to control McTummySticks's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ballard avoid being mounted?
Ballard makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ballard.
Ballard is trying to keep McTummySticks in close.
McTummySticks would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Ballard working a defensive guard here.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Ballard wants to sweep here but McTummySticks controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2#
McTummySticks instigates a clinch.
Ballard jumps guard but McTummySticks stands there with Ballard around his waist. Ballard gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#TD2#
McTummySticks has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Ballard regains guard immediately.
McTummySticks wants to control from the top but Ballard keeps moving. #T3#
McTummySticks engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
McTummySticks lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ballard looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
McTummySticks avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ballard controls McTummySticks momentarily but McTummySticks frees himself. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
McTummySticks thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
McTummySticks wants to get up but he can't break Ballard's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
McTummySticks instigates a clinch. #BC2#
McTummySticks breaks from the clinch.
McTummySticks throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Ballard counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2#
McTummySticks instigates a clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ballard is looking for a takedown.#BC2#
McTummySticks manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
McTummySticks has managed to clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
CumGuzzler McTummySticks comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well McTummySticks has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 27:30
Judge Josh West scores the fight 27:30
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... CumGuzzler McTummySticks!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 04, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Ballard gets caught napping as Jankhoteli dives in and scores a takedown. Ballard manages to retain guard.
Ballard looking to control.
Ballard is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Jankhoteli is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Ballard escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jankhoteli gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jankhoteli stays in close to Ballard's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jankhoteli trying to control but Ballard is working from the bottom.
Ballard working a defensive guard but Jankhoteli passes into half guard.
Ballard wants to improve his position but Jankhoteli is controlling well.
#T1#
Ballard trying to control here.
Ballard slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jankhoteli trying to control but Ballard is working from the bottom.
Jankhoteli passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Ballard sneaks back into half guard.
Jankhoteli perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Ballard is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Ballard is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Jankhoteli jumps into side control!
Ballard gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Jankhoteli not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ballard is looking to control Jankhoteli's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ballard avoid being mounted?
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ballard is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Ballard trying to hold on to Jankhoteli's head to control him but Jankhoteli postures up.
Ballard trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Ballard is controlling an arm, preventing Jankhoteli from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Ballard tries to hold on but Jankhoteli postures up.
Jankhoteli manages to capitalize on a mistake by Ballard to take his back!
Jankhoteli is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T4#
Jankhoteli wants to control but Ballard is keeping busy.
Ballard tries to escape the position.
Jankhoteli gets his hands free as Ballard looks to control.
A lull in the action here.
Jankhoteli avoiding Ballard 's attempts to control his hands.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ballard is keeping busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jemal Jankhoteli dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##TD2#
Jankhoteli changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ballard looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES#
Ballard explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #TD2#
Jankhoteli feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Ballard manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Jankhoteli has Ballard pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Jankhoteli pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Ballard tumbling to the mat - Jankhoteli dives into Ballard's guard.
Jankhoteli trying to control the position from guard on top but Ballard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ballard is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Jankhoteli wants to control from the top but Ballard keeps moving. #T1#
Ballard scores with a couple of body punches from the bottom.
Ballard looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jankhoteli wants to control from the top but Ballard keeps moving.
Jankhoteli throws a strike but Ballard rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Ballard won't allow Jankhoteli to get back to his feet.
Ballard chips away with some ground and pound.
Jankhoteli avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jankhoteli is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ballard with a nice head shot there.#T2##SUB2#
Jankhoteli working for a triangle but Ballard defends it easily.
Ballard looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ballard distracts Jankhoteli with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Ballard's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jankhoteli pivots, looking for a leg kick but Ballard is out of range and Jankhoteli settles back down. #TD2#
Jankhoteli shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Ballard napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Ballard is trying to control Jankhoteli's posture but Jankhoteli avoids it.
Ballard isn't going anywhere.
Jankhoteli working away.
Jankhoteli tries to move to full mount but Ballard actually manages to regain half guard.
Ballard trying to hold on to Jankhoteli's head to control him but Jankhoteli postures up.
Ballard moves into full guard.
#T4#
Jankhoteli throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jankhoteli stopping the sweep attempt from Ballard.
Jankhoteli throwing strikes but missing.
Ballard wants to sweep here but Jankhoteli controlling him for the moment.
Ballard working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Jankhoteli content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Ballard has locked up a guillotine! Ballard's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Jankhoteli is holding on here and Ballard must be using up a lot of energy. Jankhoteli has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Ballard gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Granville Ballard!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 28, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Heard shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES#
Ballard has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Heard is on him like a limpet, forcing Ballard back against the cage.#BC#
Ballard breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Heard cracks a nice hook into Ballard's ribs.
Ballard looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Some wild striking there from Heard.
#TD2#
Heard scores with a takedown into Ballard's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Heard is looking to work some ground and pound but Ballard has wrist control.#T1#
Ballard controlling the position.#SUB#
Ballard throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Heard won't allow Ballard to sweep him here.
Heard trying to control the position from guard on top but Ballard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ballard avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Ballard has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Heard can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Heard stands and throws Ballard's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Heard wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ballard keeps working.
Ballard is looking for a sweep.
Ballard sneaks back into half guard.
Heard prevents Ballard from improving his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ballard manages to get to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Heard trying to control the position from guard on top but Ballard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ballard is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Heard not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Heard wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Ballard controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ballard is looking to work some ground and pound but Heard has wrist control.
Ballard content to stall in guard here.
Ballard lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Heard is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Ballard controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ballard throwing strikes but missing. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Heard shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ballard is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Heard's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Heard's back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Granville Ballard will probably get the nod.
That's time! Ballard's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL2#
Heard moves into the clinch.
Ballard tries to stall but Heard uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Heard wants to break free but Ballard has control.
Ballard tries to pull guard but Heard holds him up against the cage and eventually Ballard drops back down to his feet.
Heard throws a knee to the head but misses.
#TD2#
Heard gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Ballard is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ballard is staying active underneath Heard, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ballard has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Heard is working away from the top position though.
Heard wants to control but Ballard is keeping him busy.
Ballard manages to get to full guard.
#T1#
Ballard has Heard pulled in close to control his posture.
Granville Ballard overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Heard content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Heard trying to control the position from guard on top but Ballard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Ballard trying to control the position here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Heard closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Ballard to the mat! Ballard manages to get full guard. #T2#
Ballard is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Heard controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Ballard looking to control.
Ballard being controlled here, momentarily.
Heard trying to move into half guard but instead Ballard has managed to sweep!#REVR##T3##SUB2#
Heard throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ballard stays in close to Heard's body and controls the position.
Heard is trying to keep Ballard in close.
Heard wants to sweep but no luck.
Ballard trying to control but Heard is working from the bottom.
Ballard wants to get up but he can't break Heard's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Ballard lands a couple of elbows.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ballard 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.
Ballard seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Heard for as long as he can get away with.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Heard drives through with a takedown into guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ballard has his hands on Heard's head, controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lewis Heard showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Heard moves into the clinch.#TD#
Ballard works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Ballard trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Heard tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Heard throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Heard thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Ballard chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Heard looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Heard looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ballard stops Heard from standing up. #T1#
Heard wants to sweep here but Ballard controlling him for the moment.
Ballard working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Heard's head.
Ballard is stalling in the full guard.
Ballard distracts Heard with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Heard looking for a sweep. Not yet Heard, not yet.
Ballard not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Heard lands with a shot to the body. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#TD2#
Heard throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Ballard was covering up waiting for the punch and Heard finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES#
Ballard pushes Heard off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Heard takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD#
Ballard shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Heard manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Heard manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Ballard is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Heard pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Ballard jumps guard but Heard stands there with Ballard around his waist. Ballard gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Ballard has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Heard is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Granville Ballard. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3##TD#
Ballard pulls guard. #SUB2#
Heard drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ballard looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ballard looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ballard! #REVR#
You can see the frustration on Heard's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ballard happy to just control the position for now.
Heard wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Ballard trying to control the action but Heard is working from the bottom.
Ballard is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Heard's shoulder. That is not cool. #T4#
Ballard continues to stall.
Heard tries to buck Ballard off but Ballard is having none of it.
Ballard is putting a hurting on Heard here, landing some big shots from side control.
Ballard trying to control the position but Heard is working away.
A lull in the action here.
Ballard scores with a couple of short elbows.
Ballard content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Granville Ballard showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ballard 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 Josh West scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 29:29
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Granville Ballard!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 21, 2017 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Holloway .
Ballard is looking to counter punch.
Holloway scores with a three punch combo!
#CUT2#
It looks like Granville Ballard has been cut.
Ballard takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Holloway lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Ballard falls backwards - clearly groggy! Holloway dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jay Holloway !
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 18, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Ngubane moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2#
Ngubane breaks the clinch.
Ngubane blocks a head kick by Ballard.
Ngubane throws a front kick aimed at Ballard's knee but Ballard avoids it well. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Ngubane breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ngubane works the jab nicely.#CUT2#
It looks like Granville Ballard has been cut.#TD2#
Ngubane decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Ngubane is pressing down on Ballard's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ballard is holding on for now.
Ballard is trying to control but can't.
Ballard gets back to full guard.
#T1#
Ballard is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ballard avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ngubane is in close to Ballard's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ngubane trying to stand up but can't free himself from Ballard's guard.
Ngubane engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ballard wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Ballard has his foot on Ngubane's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ngubane works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Ngubane would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SU2#
Ngubane decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Ballard, up you get! #CL2#
Ngubane fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ballard, pushing him back against the cage.
Ballard fails to pull guard.
Ballard wants a takedown but no success here.
Ballard tries to pull guard but Ngubane forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Granville Ballard. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ngubane creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Ballard's defenses. #TD2#
Ngubane is trying to trip Ballard. He has hold of a leg but Ballard is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Ngubane persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Ballard is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ngubane working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Ballard's head.
Ballard looking to control.
#T3#
Ngubane pushes down on Ballard's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ngubane tries to stand but can't do so whilst Ballard controls his leg.
Ngubane working the head and body with strikes.
Ballard is looking for a sweep. Ngubane is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ngubane thows a huge punch but Ballard dodges it nicely.
Ngubane stalling away here and it's allowed Ballard to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Ngubane wants to pass the guard but Ballard is keeping the position.#SU2#
Ngubane stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T4##CL2#
Ngubane darts in and clinches Ballard up against the cage.
Ballard wants a takedown.
#TD2#
Ngubane has clasped his hands together around Ballard's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Ngubane working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Ballard sneaks back into half guard.
Ngubane wants to stand but Ballard has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Ngubane stalling.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wandile Ngubane dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Granville Ballard'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##TD2#
Ngubane feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Ngubane wants to control from the top but Ballard keeps moving.
Ballard lands a couple of shots from the bottom.
Ngubane trying to control but Ballard is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ngubane wants to pass the guard but Ballard is keeping the position.
Ballard bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ngubane's guard. #REVR##T1#
Ngubane being controlled here, momentarily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ballard's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ballard 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.
Ngubane throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Ngubane looking for a sweep. Not yet Ngubane, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ballard sitting in guard here, content to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Ngubane is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ballard landing with the ground and pound.
Ballard works over Ngubane with some ground and pound from guard.
Ngubane throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Ballard sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Ngubane rushes Ballard and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Ngubane gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Ballard regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ballard is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3#
Ballard controlling Ngubane's posture.
Ngubane stopping the sweep attempt from Ballard.
Ngubane keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Ballard's head.#SUB#
Ballard looking for a guillotine here but Ngubane defends easily.
Ngubane wants to control from the top but Ballard keeps moving.
Ballard trying to keep a closed guard but Ngubane is proving a slippery customer.
Ngubane really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ballard. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ngubane wants to pass the guard but Ballard is keeping the position.
Ngubane won't allow Ballard to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Ngubane drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Ballard dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Ballard stopping the sweep attempt from Ngubane.
Ballard is standing up over Ngubane. Ngubane looks to escape but Ballard dives into side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ballard staying calm.
Ngubane tries to improve position but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Wandile Ngubane will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Granville Ballard's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Ngubane takes the fight into the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Ngubane takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #TD2#
Ngubane pulls guard effortlessly.
Ballard stays in close to Ngubane's body and controls the position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ngubane can do anything to dispel that myth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ballard's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Ngubane is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Ballard is stalling in the full guard.
Further stalling from Ballard.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Ngubane drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ngubane wants to pass the guard but Ballard is keeping the position.#T2#
Ballard bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ngubane's guard. #REVR#
Ngubane has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ballard controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Ngubane has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ballard can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Wandile Ngubane has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ngubane takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ballard working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Ballard is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Ballard is stinking the place up with his stalling.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ngubane holds on and takes a little breather. #T3#
Ballard controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Ngubane looking for a guillotine here but Ballard defends easily.
Ballard lands a couple of elbows.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ballard won't allow Ngubane to get back to his feet.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Ngubane throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Wandile Ngubane is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ballard fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD2#
Ngubane gets the takedown into side control.
Ballard gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ballard manages to get to full guard.
Ngubane must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ballard is pulling down on Ngubane's head to control his posture.
Granville Ballard has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wandile Ngubane 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!#SUB#
Ballard looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Wandile Ngubane.
Well Ngubane has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 28:30
Judge Josh West scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wandile Ngubane!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 15, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Cormie clinches up against the cage.
Ballard looking to stall.
Cormie is trying to stall.
#BC2#
Cormie breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Cormie closes the distance and pushes Ballard back into the cage.#BC2#
Cormie manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Cormie forces Ballard back against the cage and clinches.
Come on Cormie - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Ballard stalling the fight.
#BC2#
Cormie manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Ballard gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Ballard looking for a guillotine here but Cormie defends easily.
Cormie really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ballard. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Ballard is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Ballard keeping moving, preventing Cormie from controlling successfully.
Ballard can't keep his opponent in guard - Cormie advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Ballard works his way to full guard. Good work.
Cormie works over Ballard with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Ballard has his feet on Cormie's thighs here. He's pushed Cormie off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Cormie screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Granville Ballard!
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Event:
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Date: Mar 29, 2017 |
#R1#
Baba misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ballard looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.#TD2#
Baba closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Ballard did well to prevent Baba getting side control.
Ballard throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Baba performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ballard trying to hold on to Baba's head to control him but Baba postures up.
Ballard makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ballard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baba throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Baba makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Ballard trying to control the position.
#T1#
Ballard keeping moving, preventing Baba from controlling successfully.
Baba is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Baba trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Ballard is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Baba preventing the sweep. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Ballard is looking for a triangle but Baba pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Ballard working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Baba doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Baba manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Baba wants to stand and escape but instead Ballard has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Baba has momentary wrist control but Ballard slips an elbow through the middle.
Ballard sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ballard is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T3#
Baba being controlled here, momentarily.
Baba wants to sweep here but Ballard controlling him for the moment.
Baba wants to get back to his feet but Ballard is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Ballard keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Baba's head.
Ballard preventing the sweep.
Baba throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Ballard is stalling in the full guard. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Ballard with a flurry of punches that miss. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Baba gets the takedown into side control.
Ballard sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Ballard trying to control from the bottom.
Ballard is doing well to control the position and prevent Baba from advancing to side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ballard flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Koksal Baba dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
The crowd cheers as Baba lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ballard doesn't seem phased though.
Baba tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ballard thinks about countering with a head kick.
Ballard takes a body punch but keeps moving. #CL2#
Baba clinches up with Ballard and pushes him back against the cage.
Ballard wants a takedown.
Ballard tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baba's elbow.
Ballard tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Baba avoids it.#BC2#
Baba breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Baba has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2#
Baba shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Baba must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ballard trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ballard managing to control the position. #T1#
Baba trying to control but Ballard is working from the bottom.
Baba tries to stand but Ballard is controlling from the bottom.
Ballard is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Baba avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Baba wants to control from the top but Ballard keeps moving.
Ballard working a defensive guard here.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#TD2#
Baba manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ballard on his heels. He'll look to pass Ballard's guard now, I'm sure.#ES#
Ballard is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Baba presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #BC2#
Baba pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Baba decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Ballard is looking to get back to is feet but Baba passes into side control.
Baba really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ballard. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Baba working away.
Ballard manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ballard is taking a breather. Baba says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T3#
Baba trying to control here.
Baba on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Baba tries to roll over but Ballard keeps him under control.
Ballard looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ground and pound from Ballard.
Ballard lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Baba is looking to improve his position.
Ballard seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ballard is thwarting Baba's attempts to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Koksal Baba will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Baba has taken the fight to the clinch.
Baba blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Baba is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Ballard wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC#
Ballard breaks the clinch.
#TD2#
Baba gets a double leg takedown into Ballard's guard.
Koksal Baba has got the better of the ground game so far.
Baba trying to stand up but can't free himself from Ballard's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baba 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.
Ballard trying to strike off his back.
#T1#
Baba postures up.
Baba preventing the sweep.
Baba trying to control the position from guard on top but Ballard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Ballard is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Ballard seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ballard seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Baba for as long as he can get away with.#T2#
Baba looks like he's trying to stand up.
Ballard takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Ballard is thwarting Baba's attempts to control the position.
Ballard not doing much here.
Baba keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Baba tries to get to full guard but Ballard has control of the leg.
Ballard seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Baba manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ballard on his heels. He'll look to pass Ballard's guard now, I'm sure.#T3#
Ballard wants to sweep here but Baba controlling him for the moment.
Baba postures up.
Baba wants to control from the top but Ballard keeps moving. #SUB#
Ballard is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Baba is aware though and is defending well.
Baba has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Ballard is proving hard to escape from.
Ballard trying to control the position.
#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Ballard thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Baba won't allow Ballard to sweep him here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Baba looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Baba is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Baba thows a huge punch but Ballard dodges it nicely.
Granville Ballard has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Koksal Baba 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!#SUB#
Ballard is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Baba pulls his head out easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Koksal Baba comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Baba has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 27:30
Judge Josh West scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Koksal Baba!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 22, 2017 |
#R1#
Wasey pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wasey misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ballard takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Wasey scores with a head kick. Ballard tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Wasey misses with a wild body shot.
Ballard showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Wasey.
Wasey misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It looked like Ballard wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A combination from Wasey does no damage.
Ballard slips a jab and a cross from Wasey.
Wasey lands a nice looking body kick.#TD#
Ballard closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Wasey quickly recovers to half guard.
Wasey is looking to get back to is feet but Ballard passes into side control.
#T1#
A lull in the action here as Ballard stalls from top position.
Ballard cracks Wasey with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Wasey seems a little lost for a moment, as Ballard dominates the positioning.
Wasey tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ballard wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ballard taking a breather here.
Wasey is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Ballard working the ground and pound.
Ballard working the ground and pound.
Ballard lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Wasey down.
Wasey takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Ballard working the head with strikes.
Wasey takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Ballard controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ballard working the head with strikes.
Ballard has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Wasey on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Wasey tries to buck Ballard off but Ballard is having none of it.
Ballard takes a little break here. Wasey wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#SU#
Ballard stands up and beckons Wasey to his feet. #TD#
Ballard throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Wasey tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Ballard is in Wasey's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wasey can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ballard controls the pace.#T3#
Ballard stopping the sweep attempt from Wasey.
Ballard's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ballard lands a couple of elbows.
Wasey tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wasey wants to hit a switch here but Ballard passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Wasey there!
Ballard controlling the pace for now.
Wasey is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ballard controlling the pace for now.
Ballard has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Wasey is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ballard controlling his opponent.
Ballard lands a couple of good shots and Wasey has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#T4#
Wasey can't escape the position.
Ballard just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Ballard scores with punches to the body.
Wasey is trying to break free.
I would not like to be Wasey right now.
Ballard landing with strikes.
Ballard is riding his opponent, not letting Wasey buck him off.
Ballard's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Wasey is really stuck here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ballard trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Wasey doesn't escape.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ballard has the hooks in. Wasey is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Wasey is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Ballard.
Wasey is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Granville Ballard dominated that round.
That's time! Ballard's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Wasey stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Wasey throws a sloppy head kick and Ballard moves out of range easily.
Ballard is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Wasey fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Wasey leaves Ballard with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ballard takes one to the chin there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wasey lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Wasey.
Wasey will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Wasey displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ballard. #T1#
Wasey looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Wasey moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Wasey throws a sloppy head kick
and Ballard counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wasey connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ballard's hands.
Ballard doesn't manage to clinch there - Wasey circles away.
A solid leg kick lands there for Wasey.
Wasey swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Ballard cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
No joy there for Wasey, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wasey lands a nice looking body kick.#T2#
Ballard steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Wasey. That one must have hurt.
Wasey misses with a jab, cross combination.
Chasey Wasey is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wasey is breathing heavily.
Wasey tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ballard was well out of range. Poor timing from Wasey.
Ballard thinks about countering with a head kick.
Ballard avoids the head kick by Wasey.
Ballard thinks about countering with a head kick.
Wasey wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wasey scores with a body shot.
Wasey misses the body punch
and Ballard makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Wasey throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wasey fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ballard has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ballard tries for a takedown but Wasey sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Granville Ballard. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Wasey motions for Ballard to come forward. Wasey throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Wasey misses with a series of wild punches.
Ballard swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Wasey looks to throw a body kick
and Ballard counters with a nice uppercut.
Ballard keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wasey chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ballard blocks a head kick by Wasey.
Chasey Wasey seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wasey rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ballard moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ballard is looking to counter the offense by Wasey and move into the clinch.
Nice takedown defense from Wasey. No joy for Ballard on that attempt. #T4##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Wasey gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Granville Ballard has been cut.#TD#
Ballard manages to pull guard.
Wasey in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Wasey got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ballard has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Wasey has managed to get both his arms back between Ballard's legs - danger averted.
Ballard bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Wasey's guard. #REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wasey is looking to sweep but instead, Ballard has passed into half guard.
Ballard is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Ballard slows the pace down in half guard.
Wasey is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chasey Wasey showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Granville Ballard's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Ballard steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wasey.
Wasey will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Wasey lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ballard avoids the head kick by Wasey.
Wasey throws a nice head kick!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wasey throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wasey takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Wasey lands with a nice body kick.
Wasey throws a hook to the side of Ballard's head but Ballard sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ballard is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T1#
Wasey feints and then cracks Ballard's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ballard down.
Ballard tries to clinch but Wasey is having none of it.
Wasey misses with a hook
letting Ballard counter with a right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Chasey Wasey has been cut.
Ballard will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Wasey throws a sloppy head kick and Ballard moves out of range easily. #TD#
Ballard shoots in and gets a takedown into Wasey's guard.
Ballard working some strikes from top position.
Ballard working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Ballard slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Ballard.
Ballard stands up over Wasey, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T2#
Ballard controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ballard's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ballard controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Ballard is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Wasey is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ballard is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Wasey wants to sweep but no luck.
Ballard is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Ballard with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ballard working some strikes from top position.#SU#
Wasey is working an open guard so Ballard takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Wasey tries a head kick but it misses.
Ballard is looking for a counter combo.
Wasey swinging wildly here.
Ballard looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Wasey rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ballard moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wasey throws a front kick that sends Ballard stumbling back into the cage.
Wasey pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A nice leg kick lands there from Wasey. #T4#
Wasey scores with a push kick.
Ballard keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wasey misses with a looping right.
Wasey tries to work over Ballard's front leg with a kick but Ballard checks it. #CL#
Ballard moves into range and clinches up with Wasey.
Ballard lands a body shot in the clinch.
Wasey missing with knees to the body.
Ballard jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Wasey walks away with a smile on his face. Ballard gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wasey tries a head kick but it misses.
Ballard swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Wasey.
Ballard is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Chasey Wasey is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wasey pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chasey Wasey comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Wasey 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 Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Josh West scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chasey Wasey!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 06, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Cage fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Ballard sprawls well initially but Cage persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Cage throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ballard might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Cage looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ballard with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Cage seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Cage trying to mount his opponent but Ballard defends it.
Ballard wants to improve his position but Cage is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cage thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Ballard's head.
Ballard is looking to control Cage's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ballard avoid being mounted?
Cage is trying to control the action in half guard but Ballard is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Ballard wants to control but Cage is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Cage lands a nice short elbow.
Cage is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Cage tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ballard knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ballard wants to control but Cage passes into side.
Cage wants to control but Ballard is keeping him busy.
Ballard tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Cage wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2#
Cage wants to stand but Ballard has his arm trapped.
Ballard can't do much from the bottom here.
Ballard is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Cage's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ballard slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Cage trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cage content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Ballard wants to sweep but no luck.
Cage must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Cage looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Cage closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Ballard's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Cage pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Cage leaning against his opponent.
#TD2#
Cage has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Ballard clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
What can Ballard do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Cage avoiding Ballard 's attempts to control his hands. #T4#
Ballard can't escape the position.
Ballard is working hard here to advance position.
Ballard looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Cage has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Ballard's body.
Ballard just trying to survive but Cage is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Cage dominated that round.
That's time! Ballard's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Cage throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Ballard connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
Cage scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Ballard trying to control here.
Ballard manages to get to full guard.
Cage trying to control but Ballard is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ballard throwing short punches from the bottom.
Ballard is trying to keep Cage in close.
Cage sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1#
Ballard looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Cage puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Ballard tries to roll over but Cage keeps him under control.
Cage tries to stand but can't do so whilst Ballard controls his leg.
Cage content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
James Cage has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ballard tries to roll over but Cage keeps him under control.
Cage wants to pass to mount but Ballard is defending the position.
Cage scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Cage is keen to just control but Ballard is a slippery customer.
Ballard has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Cage is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Cage gets a takedown into half guard.#T3#
Ballard trying to hold on to Cage's head to control him but Cage postures up.
#SUB2#
Cage is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ballard has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Cage is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Ballard is refusing to be controlled, as Cage sits in half guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Ballard actively working from the bottom here.
Cage performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Cage seems to be looking for submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ballard moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Cage showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
James Cage showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Cage shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ballard manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Cage is stalling in the full guard.
Ballard trying to keep a closed guard but Cage is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cage is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ballard lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T1##SUB2#
Cage is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ballard working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Cage's head.
Ballard controlling from the top position.
Cage trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Ballard wants to control from the top but Cage keeps moving.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ballard accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Cage looking to control.
Ballard controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Cage bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ballard's guard. #REVB#
Ballard keeping moving, preventing Cage from controlling successfully.
Ballard is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Cage distracts Ballard with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T3##SUB#
Cage got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ballard has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cage has managed to get both his arms back between Ballard's legs - danger averted.
Ballard keeping moving, preventing Cage from controlling successfully.
Cage stopping the sweep attempt from Ballard.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Cage shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Cage is trying to control the action in half guard but Ballard is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Cage seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Ballard slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Cage has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4##SUB#
Ballard has his foot on Cage's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Cage works his way back into a safe position though.
Ballard working a defensive guard here.
Cage stopping the sweep attempt from Ballard.
Cage is looking to stand up but Ballard won't let him.
Cage is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Some wild striking there from Cage.
Ballard was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Granville Ballard has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
James Cage 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!
Cage tried to score with a low kick but Ballard checks it.
And that's the end of the fight!
James Cage comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Cage 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 Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... James Cage!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 02, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Francis dives in and scores a takedown into Ballard's guard.
Ballard not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ballard trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Francis chips away with some ground and pound.
Ballard wants to sweep here but Francis controlling him for the moment.
Francis cracks Ballard with a solid left hand.
Francis is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Ballard has his foot on Francis's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Francis works his way back into a safe position though.
Francis controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ballard is trying to keep Francis in close.
Francis trying to control the position from guard on top but Ballard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Francis is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Francis wants to control from the top but Ballard keeps moving.
Ballard wants to sweep here but Francis controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Francis keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Ballard's head.
Ballard will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Francis tries to free his leg and advance position but Ballard is retaining full guard.
Francis controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ballard trying to keep a closed guard but Francis is proving a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ballard striking off his back but it's not causing Francis any problems.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Francis looking to sit in guard and control but Ballard gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Francis is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ballard is aware though and is defending well.
Francis seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Francis escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ballard gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
Francis tries to strike from the bottom.
Ballard controls from within his opponent's guard.
Francis is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ballard wants to get up but he can't break Francis's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Ballard wants to control from the top but Francis keeps moving. #SUB2#
Francis has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ballard can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ballard controlling from the top position. #T3#
Ballard wants to control from the top but Francis keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Ballard gets caught flat footed, as Francis shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Francis landing some decent shots from guard.
Francis trying to control the position from guard on top but Ballard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Francis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Francis wants to control from the top but Ballard keeps moving.
Ballard trying to keep a closed guard but Francis is proving a slippery customer.
#T4#
Francis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ballard swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ballard wants to sweep here but Francis controlling him for the moment.
Ballard controls Francis momentarily but Francis frees himself.
Francis 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.
Ballard keeping moving, preventing Francis from controlling successfully.
Ballard wants to sweep but no luck.
Ballard throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
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!
Francis pushes down on Ballard's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ballard is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Francis looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kenneth Francis dominated that round.
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#
Ballard tries to clinch but Francis is having none of it. #TD2#
Francis closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Ballard did well to prevent Francis getting side control.
Ballard trying to control here.
Ballard is looking for a sweep. Francis is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Francis drops an elbow to the side of Ballard's head.
Francis wants to control but Ballard is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Francis seems to be working for a kimura but Ballard defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Francis is trying to work for a kimura but Ballard is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Francis looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ballard wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Francis prevents Ballard from standing back up.
Francis working the head and body with strikes.
Ballard is controlling Francis's trapped leg to prevent Francis from advancing to side control.
Ballard is looking to improve his position.
Francis tries to pass to full mount but Ballard defends it.
Ballard wants to control but Francis is keeping busy.
Francis tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ballard knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Francis takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Francis frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T2#
Ballard regains half guard.
Francis scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Francis trying to control from half guard but Ballard is working away.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Francis connects with a nice short shot to Ballard's temple.
Francis lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ballard regains full guard. Nicely done.
Francis landing some decent shots from guard.
Ballard keeping moving, preventing Francis from controlling successfully.
Francis tries to free his leg and advance position but Ballard is retaining full guard.
Ballard can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Francis controls the pace.
Francis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Ballard lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Francis looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ballard trying to control the position from guard on top but Francis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ballard is looking to work some ground and pound but Francis has wrist control.#SUB2#
Ballard avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Francis is breathing heavily.
Francis wants to sweep but no luck.
Ballard wants to control from the top but Francis keeps moving.
Ballard is stalling in the full guard. #T4##SU#
Ballard gets to his feet - Francis follows without any prompting. #CL2#
Francis gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ballard misses with a short punch on the inside.
Francis on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ballard is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Francis gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD2#
Francis has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Ballard is trying to keep an underhook but Francis manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Ballard is looking to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Francis drops an elbow to the side of Ballard's head.
Francis winds up and cracks Ballard with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Francis is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kenneth Francis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Ballard's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Francis looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ballard!
Ballard tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Francis wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Francis trying to control the position but Ballard is working away.
Ballard is looking for a sweep.
Francis working the head and body with strikes. #ROC2#
Ballard is rocked!
Francis lands a strong strike to the head of Ballard. That's dazed him! Francis looking to finish here. Ballard is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Francis lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kenneth Francis!
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