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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Sekishou doesn't manage to clinch there - Stephenson circles away.
Stephenson attempts a counter takedown but Sekishou avoids it well and moves away.
Sekishou looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Sekishou wants to clinch but Stephenson slips to the side#TD#
and Stephenson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Sekishou wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Stephenson manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
Sekishou trying to hold on to Stephenson's head to control him but Stephenson postures up.
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 Stephenson in particular looking to stall.
Sekishou is looking to escape.#T1##SUB#
Stephenson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sekishou doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Stephenson.
Stephenson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Stephenson prevents Sekishou from standing back up.
Sekishou trying to control here.
Stephenson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Stephenson tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Sekishou.
Sekishou controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SU#
Stephenson escapes and gets back to his feet.
Hong Stephenson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sekishou looks winded!
Sekishou misses with a head kick.
Sekishou is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3##TD2#
Sekishou fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Stephenson to the ground. Sekishou is now in Stephenson's guard.#ES#
Stephenson has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Sekishou is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Stephenson jumps guard but Sekishou turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Stephenson content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Sekishou is struggling to control the position.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Stephenson wants a takedown but no success here.
#T4##TD#
Stephenson ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Stephenson no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Sekishou wants to control from the top but Stephenson keeps moving. #ES#
Stephenson kicks Sekishou off and gets to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stephenson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD2#
Sekishou manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Stephenson on his heels. He'll look to pass Stephenson's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Stephenson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sekishou defends well.#ES#
Stephenson kicks Sekishou off and gets to his feet.
Stephenson cracks Sekishou with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hong Stephenson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Stephenson tries to clinch up but Sekishou circles away and keeps his distance.
Sekishou tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Stephenson scores with a hook to the body. Sekishou takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A big right from Stephenson misses. #CL#
Stephenson rushes Sekishou and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Sekishou breaks from the clinch.
Sekishou misses with the body kick#CL#
and Stephenson counters by clinching up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Sekishou gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #SUB#
Stephenson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sekishou defends well.
Sekishou won't allow Stephenson to get back to his feet. #T1#
Sekishou wants to control from the top but Stephenson keeps moving.
Sekishou is breathing heavily.
Stephenson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Stephenson 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.
Stephenson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #ES#
Stephenson has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Sekishou off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #TD2#
Sekishou drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES#
Stephenson has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Sekishou is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T2#
Stephenson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#TD#
Stephenson gets control of Sekishou's arms and successfully pulls guard. Stephenson will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stephenson is trying to keep Sekishou in close.
Stephenson has his hands on Sekishou's head, controlling the position.
Sekishou preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Sekishou avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hong Stephenson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Stephenson wants to get back to his feet but Sekishou is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T3#
Stephenson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB#
Stephenson looking for a guillotine here but Sekishou defends easily.
#SUB#
Stephenson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sekishou can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Stephenson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sekishou defends well.
Stephenson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
Stephenson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Stephenson manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Sekishou has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Stephenson is trying to keep an underhook but Sekishou manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Stephenson trying to control from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stephenson pushes Sekishou off looking to stand but Sekishou dives back in and keeps control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hong Stephenson dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Stephenson blocks a head kick by Sekishou.
Sekishou lands a body shot.
Sekishou fails with an attempt to clinch.
Stephenson seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Stephenson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Stephenson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sekishou takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Stephenson drives through and clinches with Sekishou against the cage.
Stephenson working aggressively here.
#T1#
Stephenson is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD2#
Sekishou has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Stephenson is trying to keep an underhook but Sekishou manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Stephenson is concentrating on defense, preventing Sekishou from advancing position. #SU2#
Sekishou gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #CL#
Stephenson has managed to clinch.
#TD2#
Sekishou gets control of Stephenson's arms and successfully pulls guard. Sekishou will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Stephenson is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stephenson wants to stand but Sekishou has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T2#
Sekishou looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Stephenson puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Sekishou scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Stephenson manages to mount him!
Stephenson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sekishou can do to turn this around?
Sekishou tries to lock up and control but Stephenson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Stephenson working for a submission but Sekishou is keeping him at bay.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SU#
Stephenson get's back to his feet.#T3##CL#
Stephenson closes the distance and clinches.
Stephenson is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #TD#
Stephenson pulls Sekishou into guard.
Stephenson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sekishou's guard. #REVR#
Sekishou working a defensive guard but Stephenson passes into half guard.
#SU#
Stephenson decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Stephenson tries to clinch there but Sekishou circles away.
Stephenson has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.#T4##TD2#
Stephenson gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Sekishou to score an easy takedown into full guard.#ES#
Stephenson has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Sekishou off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stephenson digs a good body shot into Sekishou's ribs.#CL#
Stephenson rushes Sekishou and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Stephenson manages to pull guard.
Sai Sekishou has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hong Stephenson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Stephenson controlling Sekishou's posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hong Stephenson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Stephenson 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hong Stephenson!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 28, 2017 |
#R1#
Tuchaka connects with a looping right hand.
Stephenson keeps the fight on the outside.#TD2#
Tuchaka closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Tuchaka lands in his opponent's guard.#ES#
Stephenson pushes Tuchaka off and gets back to his feet.
Tuchaka wants to clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Stephenson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tuchaka throws a sloppy head kick and Stephenson moves out of range easily. #TD2#
Tuchaka drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#ES#
Stephenson throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#T1##TD2#
Tuchaka manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Stephenson on his heels. He'll look to pass Stephenson's guard now, I'm sure.#ES#
Stephenson manages to escape and get back to his feet.
#TD2#
Tuchaka closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Tuchaka lands in his opponent's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stephenson has control of Tuchaka's left arm, preventing Tuchaka from doing any damage.
Tuchaka wants to control from the top but Stephenson keeps moving.
Tuchaka is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Stephenson managing to control the position. #T2#
Stephenson continues to stall.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Stephenson manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Tuchaka pulls Stephenson into guard.
Tuchaka looking to control but Stephenson passes into half guard.
Tuchaka looks winded!
Tuchaka is looking to improve his position.
Tuchaka is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Stephenson jumps into side control!#T3##SU#
Stephenson stands up.
Tuchaka throws a series of strikes that have Stephenson backpedaling.
#TD2#
Tuchaka drives through with a takedown into Stephenson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES#
Stephenson pushes Tuchaka off and scrambles back to his feet.
#CL#
Stephenson clinches. #BC#
Stephenson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T4#
Tuchaka closes the distance but Stephenson moves to the side #TD#
and Stephenson counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Tuchaka is wriggling around but Stephenson manages to pass to half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#REVB#
Stephenson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Stephenson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Tuchaka looking for subs from the bottom but Stephenson mounts him!
Tuchaka taking shots to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hong Stephenson dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Tuchaka gets tackled into the cage by Stephenson. Stephenson maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Tuchaka manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU#
Stephenson gets to his feet - Tuchaka follows without any prompting. #TD2#
Tuchaka throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Stephenson was covering up waiting for the punch and Tuchaka finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Tuchaka must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Stephenson is pulling down on Tuchaka's head. It's preventing any offense from Tuchaka, at least for the moment.
Tuchaka trying to control the position from guard on top but Stephenson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tuchaka wants to stand but Stephenson has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Tuchaka is breathing heavily.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Stephenson manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#T1#
Tuchaka is trying to break free.
Stephenson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#TD#
Stephenson gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Tuchaka wants to stand back up but Stephenson manages to pass into side control.
#SUB#
Stephenson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Stephenson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tuchaka can do to turn this around?#SU#
Stephenson decides to stand back up. #T2##TD2#
Tuchaka shoots in and bounces Stephenson off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES#
Stephenson kicks Tuchaka off and gets to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Tuchaka shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES#
Stephenson pushes Tuchaka off and gets back to his feet.#CL#
Stephenson closes the distance and pushes Tuchaka back into the cage.
Stephenson leaning his opponent against the cage.#T3#
A right hand to the body from Stephenson.
#TD2#
Stephenson is fighting off a takedown attempt but Tuchaka is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Stephenson to the mat. Stephenson regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#ES#
Stephenson has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Tuchaka has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#TD#
Stephenson gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Tuchaka scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Stephenson manages to mount him!
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!
Stephenson connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
#T4#
Stephenson lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Stephenson working the ground and pound effectively.
Stephenson controlling from the full mount.
Stephenson lands a heavy elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stephenson postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Tuchaka looks a forlorn figure.
Stephenson controlling the position easily from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hong Stephenson dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Tuchaka throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Stephenson counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SU#
Stephenson decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Stephenson swats away the attempt to clinch by Tuchaka.
Tuchaka darts in trying to clinch#TD#
so Stephenson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Tuchaka is wriggling around but Stephenson manages to pass to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#REVB##SUB#
Stephenson trying to work for an americana but Tuchaka has managed to regain full guard.
#T1#
Tuchaka preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Stephenson lands a couple of digs.#SU#
Stephenson gets to his feet - Tuchaka follows without any prompting.
Kura Tuchaka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tuchaka takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD2#
Tuchaka looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Stephenson kicks off Tuchaka and gets to his feet.
Stephenson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tuchaka moves in looking to clinch but Stephenson pushes him off.
Stephenson tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Tuchaka manages to circle out of the way.#CL#
Stephenson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T2#
Stephenson misses with a punch to the body.
#TD#
Stephenson pulls guard successfully.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#ES#
Stephenson uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Stephenson avoids the head kick by Tuchaka.
#CL#
Stephenson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tuchaka, pushing him back against the cage.
Tuchaka tries to break free but Stephenson pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Tuchaka is fighting off a takedown attempt but Stephenson is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Tuchaka to the mat. Tuchaka regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Tuchaka is wriggling around but Stephenson manages to pass to half guard.
#REVB#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T3##SU#
Stephenson decides to return to a standing position. #CL#
Stephenson clinches with his opponent.
Stephenson trying to land knees to the body.
Stephenson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Tuchaka working hard to break the clinch.#TD#
Stephenson gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Tuchaka regains guard.
Stephenson is standing up over Tuchaka. Tuchaka looks to escape but Stephenson dives into side control.
#REVB##SUB#
Stephenson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Tuchaka has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hong Stephenson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4##SU#
Stephenson stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Tuchaka takes a swing at Stephenson's ribcage but misses.
A little feinted left hand from Stephenson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD2#
Tuchaka scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES#
Stephenson has one foot on Tuchaka's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stephenson has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Stephenson misses with a few strikes there.
#CL#
Stephenson moves into the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hong Stephenson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Stephenson, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hong Stephenson!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 24, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Wong darts in and clinches Stephenson up against the cage.
Stephenson misses with a body punch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Wong just misses with a elbow thrown towards Stephenson's brow.
Wong being controlled against the cage.
Wong working hard to break the clinch.
Wong wants to break the clinch but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Wong successfully pulls guard.
Wong is looking to sweep but instead, Stephenson has passed into half guard.
Stephenson tries to stand but his arm is trapped. #T1#
Wong wants to get back to full guard.
Wong keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Wong looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Wong is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Wong is looking to improve his position.
Wong is trying to control but can't.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Wong tries to get to full guard but Stephenson has control of the leg.
Stephenson thows a huge punch but Wong dodges it nicely.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Stephenson in particular looking to stall.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Stephenson doesn't manage to clinch there - Wong circles away.
Wong drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Stephenson defends it well.#TD2#
Wong changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Stephenson looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Wong taking a breather here.
Stephenson is not content to let Wong control the position. #T3##SU2#
Wong stands up and we're back to a striking position. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Wong. #ES#
Stephenson throws Wong to one side and escapes!
Stephenson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Stephenson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hong Stephenson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wong lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A punch combination from Wong misses.
Stephenson throwing a counter right hand but Wong manages to avoid it.#T4##TD2#
Stephenson gets caught flat footed, as Wong shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wong looks winded!
Stephenson keeping moving, preventing Wong from controlling successfully.
Stephenson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Stephenson trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Wong avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Stephenson isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Wong stacks Stephenson on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Wong!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Chang Wong will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Wong throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Stephenson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Wong is in Stephenson's guard.
Stephenson managing to control the position.
Stephenson trying to keep a closed guard but Wong is proving a slippery customer.
Stephenson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wong showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Stephenson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Wong doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Wong manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Wong postures up.
Wong is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Wong being controlled here momentarily. #SUB#
Stephenson working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Wong has passed into half guard!
Stephenson trying to control here.
The fighters are battling for position here. Stephenson manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Wong trying to control the position from guard on top but Stephenson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wong controls from within his opponent's guard.
Stephenson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Wong prevents Stephenson from getting back to his feet.
Wong is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Stephenson is looking to stand up but Wong isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Wong drives through with a takedown into Stephenson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Wong trying to control the position from guard on top but Stephenson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wong must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Wong lands a couple of elbows.#T3#
Wong is stalling in the full guard.
Stephenson is looking to stand up but Wong isn't so interested in that idea.
Stephenson keeping moving, preventing Wong from controlling successfully.
Stephenson is trying to keep Wong in close.
#SUB#
Stephenson looking for a guillotine here but Wong defends easily.
#SUB#
Stephenson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#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.
Wong 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.
Wong trying to control the position from guard on top but Stephenson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wong is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Wong has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Stephenson is proving hard to escape from.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stephenson trying to control the position.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Wong feints and as Stephenson raises his hands in defense, Wong changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#ES#
Stephenson wriggles free and stands up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chang Wong showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Wong misses with a leg kick.
It looked like Stephenson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#TD2#
Wong shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Wong wants to take a breather but Stephenson is having none of it.
Stephenson tries to get to full guard but Wong has control of the leg.
Stephenson gets full guard.
Stephenson wants to stand but Wong is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wong wants to pass the guard but Stephenson is keeping the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Stephenson is on top in guard.
#REVR##T1#
Wong is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Wong bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Stephenson's guard. #REVB#
Stephenson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Wong is controlling him.
Wong wanted to stand there but Stephenson had control of the position.
Stephenson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Stephenson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Wong has passed into side control.
Wong staying calm.#T2#
Stephenson wants to control but Wong postures up.
Stephenson is looking for a sweep.#SU2#
Wong decides to stand back up. Wong steps back and let's Stephenson get back to his feet.#TD2#
Wong closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Stephenson did well to prevent Wong getting side control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Wong trying to control the action but Stephenson is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Stephenson has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Wong escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Wong!#T3##SU2#
Wong stands up. #TD2#
Wong closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Stephenson to the mat! Stephenson manages to get full guard.
Stephenson controlling the position.
Wong pushing down on Stephenson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Stephenson controlling the position well. #SU2#
Wong decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. #T4##TD2#
Wong fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Stephenson sprawls well initially but Wong persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Stephenson is looking to escape.
Wong content to control rather than advance.
Stephenson wants to control but Wong is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Wong is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wong missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Hong Stephenson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chang Wong is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Stephenson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Wong pulls his head out easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chang Wong comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Wong 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chang Wong!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 06, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Stephenson forces DeVitt back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Stephenson manages to pull guard.
Stephenson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
DeVitt has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Stephenson to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! DeVitt is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Stephenson pulls down on the head and he's put DeVitt to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Hong Stephenson!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 04, 2017 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Stephenson fails in his attempt to clinch.
Stephenson dips to his left and cracks Thanh Vu with an uppercut!#CL#
Stephenson clinches up with Thanh Vu and pushes him back against the cage.
Stephenson working Thanh Vu over with knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thanh Vu prevents a body shot from Stephenson. #TD2#
Thanh Vu has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Stephenson is trying to keep an underhook but Thanh Vu manages to get the takedown into half guard.#T1#
Nice strikes from Thanh Vu there.
Thanh Vu scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Stephenson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Thanh Vu's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Thanh Vu's back!
Thanh Vu is trying to get back to his feet but Stephenson has full control of the position and if anything, Thanh Vu has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
Thanh Vu is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Stephenson is controlling the position but Thanh Vu somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
#T2#
Stephenson wants to stand up but Thanh Vu has a hold of him and won't allow it. #SU#
Stephenson stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Hong Stephenson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stephenson moves in looking to clinch but Thanh Vu pushes him off.#T3##CL#
Stephenson has closed the distance and engaged Thanh Vu in a clinch.
#TD2#
Thanh Vu is trying to trip Stephenson. He has hold of a leg but Stephenson is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Thanh Vu persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Stephenson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Stephenson is really struggling to control Thanh Vu but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Stephenson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Thanh Vu scoring with some ground and pound.
Stephenson controls Thanh Vu momentarily but Thanh Vu frees himself.
Thanh Vu with a nice head shot there.
Stephenson trying to control the position.
Thanh Vu won't allow Stephenson to get back to his feet. #T4#
Thanh Vu is working Stephenson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #ROC2#
Stephenson is rocked!
Thanh Vu postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Stephenson covers up, he's hurt! Thanh Vu keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Thanh Vu and the ref steps in to end the fight! Thanh Vu can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Diep Thanh Vu!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 27, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Stephenson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Stephenson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mack defends well.
Stephenson keeping full guard, as Mack tries to pass.
Stephenson is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Mack dives into side control.
Mack working away.
Stephenson holding on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mack trying to control the position but Stephenson is working away.
Mack taking a breather here.
Stephenson tries to buck Mack off but Mack is having none of it.#T1#
Mack wants to lay and pray for a moment but Stephenson keeps working.
Stephenson is looking to reverse the position.
Mack is looking to take a break and control but Stephenson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Mack looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Stephenson is not content to let Mack control the position.
Stephenson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Stephenson tries to buck Mack off but Mack is having none of it.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#ES#
Stephenson explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #TD2#
Mack is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Stephenson's half guard.
Mack is trying to control the action in half guard but Stephenson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Stephenson tries to roll over but Mack keeps him under control.#ES#
Stephenson has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Mack is on him like a limpet, forcing Stephenson back against the cage.
Mack tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#TD2#
Mack tightens his grip and picks Stephenson up, before dumping him to the ground. Stephenson manages to land in guard.
Mack working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Stephenson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mack trying to control but Stephenson is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB2#
Mack drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Stephenson dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Mack controls Stephenson momentarily but Stephenson frees himself.
Stephenson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Mack working a defensive guard but Stephenson passes into half guard.
Mack tries to get to full guard but Stephenson has control of the leg. #SUB#
Stephenson is looking for a kimura here.
#T4#
Mack is trying to maintain the position but Stephenson is very close to passing his half guard.
Mack gets full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mack is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Stephenson wants to sweep but no luck.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Heny Mack will probably get the nod.
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#
Mack stuns Stephenson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mack throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD#
and Stephenson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB2#
Stephenson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mack has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stephenson has managed to get both his arms back between Mack's legs - danger averted.
Stephenson stopping the sweep attempt from Mack.#SUB#
Stephenson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Stephenson throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stephenson wanted to stand there but Mack had control of the position.
Mack wants to sweep but no luck. #T1##SUB2#
Mack throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Stephenson escapes and throws Mack's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Mack is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Stephenson off and has taken his back!
Heny Mack has got the better of the ground game so far.
Mack tries to keep control of the position but Stephenson is staying busy.
Stephenson wants to get back to his feet.
Mack missing with punches from the back. #T2#
Mack throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage. #SUB2#
Mack has his arm under Stephenson's chin here. Game over son! Mack squeezes tightly and Stephenson is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Heny Mack!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 06, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Elvenes shoots in and gets a takedown into Stephenson's guard.#ES#
Stephenson manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#BC2#
Elvenes breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Elvenes throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Stephenson clinches with his opponent.
Elvenes tries to break the clinch but Stephenson is controlling the position. #BC2#
Elvenes breaks from the clinch.
Elvenes goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Elvenes closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Stephenson to the mat! Stephenson manages to get full guard. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Stephenson manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Elvenes with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#TD2#
Elvenes gets control of Stephenson's arms and successfully pulls guard. Elvenes will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Stephenson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Elvenes is trying to control the position but Stephenson postures up.
Stephenson throws a big elbow that misses.
Elvenes looking to hit a scissor sweep but Stephenson is one step ahead there. #SU#
Stephenson gets to his feet. Elvenes looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Stephenson avoids the head kick by Elvenes.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T2##BC2#
Elvenes breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Stephenson pushes Elvenes up against the cage in a clinch.
Elvenes scores with a shot to the side of Stephenson's head. #TD2#
Elvenes is trying to trip Stephenson. He has hold of a leg but Stephenson is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Elvenes persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#ES#
Stephenson pushes Elvenes off and scrambles back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Stephenson enables Elvenes to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Stephenson manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES#
Stephenson kicks Elvenes off and gets to his feet. #TD2#
Elvenes shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Stephenson napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Elvenes looks winded!#T3#
Elvenes looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Stephenson is avoiding damage well.
Stephenson struggling a bit here.
Stephenson is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Stephenson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Elvenes is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Stephenson is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Elvenes has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Stephenson is looking for a sweep.
Stephenson controls the position for a moment.
Elvenes fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#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.#ES#
Stephenson sneaks out the side door and pushes Elvenes away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#TD2#
Elvenes fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Stephenson sprawls well initially but Elvenes persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Stephenson has one foot on Elvenes's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Vetle Elvenes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stephenson tries to clinch but Elvenes moves out of range.
Elvenes throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Stephenson looks to score with a jab to the body but Elvenes is just out of range.
Elvenes moves in looking to clinch but Stephenson pushes him off.
Stephenson is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#TD2#
Elvenes shoots in and gets a takedown into Stephenson's guard.#ES#
Stephenson has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Elvenes off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hong Stephenson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Stephenson clinches up against the cage.
Stephenson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
The referee calls for Elvenes to work.
#BC2#
Elvenes breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD2#
Elvenes looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Stephenson trying to control but Elvenes postures up.
Elvenes is controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Stephenson is defending against the submission attempts here by Elvenes.
#T1#
Stephenson desperately trying to maintain half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Stephenson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Stephenson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Elvenes tries to stand but Stephenson is controlling from the bottom.
Stephenson wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Stephenson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Elvenes defends well.
Stephenson controls Elvenes momentarily but Elvenes frees himself.
Stephenson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Stephenson pulls Elvenes in close to prevent any damage. #ES#
Stephenson manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#BC2#
Elvenes breaks the clinch.
Elvenes throws a sloppy head kick and Stephenson moves out of range easily. #TD2#
Elvenes drives through with a takedown into Stephenson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T3#
Elvenes trying to control but Stephenson is working from the bottom.
Elvenes is breathing heavily.#ES#
Stephenson pushes Elvenes off and scrambles back to his feet.
#CL2#
Elvenes closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Stephenson.
Elvenes scores with a knee to the head.
#T4#
Elvenes blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Elvenes manages to break the clinch.
#TD2#
Elvenes decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Elvenes throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Stephenson trying to control but Elvenes postures up.
Elvenes is trying to control. Stephenson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#ES#
Stephenson has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Elvenes is on him like a limpet, forcing Stephenson back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Elvenes breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Elvenes looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
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 Hong Stephenson will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Elvenes decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
Stephenson has one foot on Elvenes's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#TD2#
Elvenes shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Stephenson napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Elvenes trying to control the position but Stephenson is working away.
Stephenson is trying to control Elvenes's posture but Elvenes avoids it.
Stephenson is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Elvenes is controlling him well.#SU2#
Elvenes stands up and beckons Stephenson to his feet.
Stephenson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T1#
Elvenes swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD#
and Stephenson counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Elvenes pushes Stephenson off but Stephenson dives into side control.
Elvenes takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Stephenson throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Stephenson controlling the position from side mount. #SU#
Stephenson stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Elvenes misses with a jab to the body
and Stephenson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2##CL2#
Elvenes gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Stephenson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Elvenes can do to turn this around?
Stephenson tries to pull guard but Elvenes holds him up against the cage and eventually Stephenson drops back down to his feet.
Stephenson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Elvenes avoids it.
Stephenson has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.#TD2#
Elvenes turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stephenson is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Stephenson is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Elvenes's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Stephenson manages to get to full guard.
Stephenson looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3##SU2#
Elvenes stands up from Stephenson's guard - Elvenes perhaps looking for a knockout. #CL2#
Elvenes closes the distance and pushes Stephenson back into the cage.#BC2#
Elvenes breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Elvenes swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Stephenson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Elvenes circles away from the clinch attempt.
#T4##TD2#
Elvenes drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#ES#
Stephenson throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Stephenson has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Stephenson clinches up against the cage.
Elvenes tries to throw a body punch but Stephenson avoids it by throwing Elvenes back against the cage.
Vetle Elvenes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hong Stephenson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#TD2#
Elvenes pulls guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Hong Stephenson.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Stephenson, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hong Stephenson!
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