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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 06, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Kuzma checks a leg kick. Kuzma looks to land a body kick but McKenna moved away.#TD# Kuzma closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. McKenna did well to prevent Kuzma getting side control. McKenna is looking for a sweep. Kuzma is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Kuzma tries to stand but his hand is stuck under McKenna. McKenna gets back to full guard.
Kuzma controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Kuzma stopping the sweep attempt from McKenna. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kuzma stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McKenna swivels though and keeps the full guard. McKenna wants to sweep but no luck. #T1# Kuzma wants to control from the top but McKenna keeps moving. Kuzma wants to get up but he can't break McKenna's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. McKenna keeping moving, preventing Kuzma from controlling successfully. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2# McKenna gets a double leg takedown into Kuzma's guard. Kuzma wants to stand up but McKenna is controlling him. McKenna forces his way into half guard.#SU2# McKenna decides to stand up. A punch combination from Kuzma misses. #T2# Kuzma fails to land with a series of punches.
Kuzma tries to clinch but McKenna is having none of it. McKenna shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. McKenna dodges the punch combination from Kuzma.
#TD2# McKenna shoots in for a takedown and gets it. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! McKenna is looking to advance position but Kuzma won't allow it. McKenna sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kuzma defending well though. McKenna wants to pass the guard but Kuzma is defending well. Kuzma tries to kick McKenna off but McKenna keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T3# Still in half guard, McKenna seems content to control.#SUB2# McKenna seems to be looking for submissions.
Kuzma won't allow McKenna to pass to mount. McKenna with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. McKenna wants to pass the guard but Kuzma is defending well. Kuzma is trying to stand.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. McKenna looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. McKenna dives in for a single leg takedown but Kuzma sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. McKenna goes for a double leg but Kuzma avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kuzma continues to drive forward. Kyle Kuzma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. Kuzma throws a leg kick but McKenna moved away. McKenna looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2# McKenna takes the fight into the clinch. Kuzma tries to circle away but McKenna has him pinned against the cage. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC2# McKenna escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kuzma throws a nice outside leg kick. Kuzma lands a right hook to the body.
A punch combination from Kuzma misses. 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 Kyle Kuzma 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# No luck for McKenna with that takedown attempt. Kuzma cracks McKenna with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CUT#It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. McKenna avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kuzma misses with a two punch combination.
#CL# Kuzma clinches up against the cage.#BC2# McKenna's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Kuzma thows a leg kick but McKenna checks it and McKenna counters with a lovely straight right hand! McKenna will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Kuzma throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#TD2# McKenna bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McKenna wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kuzma keeps working. #SUB2# McKenna swings around for an armbar but Kuzma sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into McKenna's guard. Kuzma not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1# Kuzma tries to stand but McKenna is controlling from the bottom. McKenna looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2# McKenna looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kuzma passes into side control.
Kuzma is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. Kuzma continues to stall.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SU# Kuzma stands up and beckons McKenna to his feet. McKenna closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kuzma circles away. Kuzma tries to counter by clinching up but McKenna breaks away and moves out of range. Kyle Kuzma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. Kuzma throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#CL# McKenna tries to keep at a distance but Kuzma has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2# McKenna breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. McKenna showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kuzma.
#CL# Kuzma closes the distance and pushes McKenna back into the cage. Kuzma tries to circle away but McKenna has him pinned against the cage.#T3# McKenna tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kuzma's elbow. Kuzma is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#BC2# McKenna escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL# Kuzma clinches. Kuzma has had enough of the clinch but McKenna keeps him there for the moment. McKenna wants to take the fight to the mat but Kuzma manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. McKenna is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kuzma pulls him back up using the underhooks. McKenna tries to work over Kuzma's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Kuzma is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McKenna can do to turn this around? McKenna tries to work over Kuzma's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Kuzma stops a takedown attempt from McKenna.
McKenna can't find room to land a body shot as Kuzma controls the action.
McKenna is working for takedown but Kuzma is calmly controlling the position for now.#T4# McKenna wants a takedown but no success here.
Kuzma prevents a takedown attempt there.
Kuzma tries to break free but McKenna pushes him back against the cage. Kuzma has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. McKenna is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kuzma pulls him back up using the underhooks. Kuzma stops a takedown attempt from McKenna.
McKenna is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kuzma pulls him back up using the underhooks. McKenna has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kuzma after a bit of a struggle. McKenna is breathing heavily.#BC2# McKenna's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Kuzma looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Kuzma swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#KD# Kuzma lands a left and a right that send McKenna crashing to the mat, dazed. Kuzma thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet! This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McKenna misses with a takedown attempt - Kuzma sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kyle Kuzma dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3# McKenna shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kuzma sprawls well. Kuzma wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McKenna gets slowly back to his feet. McKenna swats away the attempt to clinch by Kuzma. Kuzma shoots for a takedown but McKenna saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. McKenna unleashes a big counter combination but Kuzma bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. A left and a right from Kuzma both land. Nice combination. #CL# Kuzma pushes McKenna up against the cage in a clinch. Kuzma has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC# Kuzma pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2# Kuzma gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Kuzma is looking to stand up but McKenna isn't so interested in that idea. McKenna passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T1# A lull in the action here as McKenna stalls from top position. McKenna works to advance to full mount. Kuzma defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. McKenna content just to control the position here. #SUB2# McKenna goes for an armbar but Kuzma turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Kuzma. Kuzma controlling from the top position. #T2##SUB2# McKenna is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kuzma defends well.#SU# Kuzma gets to his feet. McKenna looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! Kuzma lands a nice looking body shot.
Kuzma is looking to clinch. McKenna tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. McKenna shoots in but no luck this time. McKenna takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. McKenna is looking to clinch. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kuzma lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and McKenna has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from McKenna and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. A telegraphed takedown attempt from McKenna is defended easily by Kuzma. Kyle Kuzma has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna.#T3# Kuzma tries to clinch but McKenna is having none of it. McKenna tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Kuzma stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kuzma wants it to stay on the feet. Kuzma misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL# Kuzma fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with McKenna, pushing him back against the cage. McKenna is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. McKenna misses with a punch to the body.
Kuzma stops a takedown attempt from McKenna.
A right hook to the body lands for McKenna.
Kuzma gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from McKenna.
Kuzma is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T4# Kuzma tries to break the clinch but McKenna is controlling the position. #BC2# McKenna's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. The fight stays on the outside here - Kuzma looks like he's thinking about clinching though. McKenna tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Kuzma wants to clinch up but McKenna keeps it at a distance.#CL# Kuzma takes the fight into the clinch. Kyle Kuzma is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. McKenna keeps control of Kuzma as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. McKenna has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kuzma avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. McKenna is trying to drag Kuzma to the mat but Kuzma just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Robert McKenna has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! McKenna drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kuzma gets the underhooks and prevents it.
And that's the end of the fight! Kyle Kuzma showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kuzma, 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27 Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27 Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kyle Kuzma! Kyle Kuzma seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Syn 674 Turner vs Mahmoud
Date: Mar 06, 2020 |
#R1# McKenna fails with a takedown attempt. Bedlaminov stuffs the takedown attempt from McKenna. McKenna gets slowly back to his feet. Bedlaminov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Bedlaminov slaps away a takedown attempt from McKenna, before circling back to the center of the mat. Yuri Bedlaminov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. McKenna with a lazy takedown attempt letting Bedlaminov counter with a right hand. #CUT# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. McKenna slips a jab from Bedlaminov. McKenna shoots for a double leg takedown but Bedlaminov sprawls well. He's pushed McKenna's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Bedlaminov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna has his takedown stuffed enabling Bedlaminov to counter with a crisp jab. A telegraphed right hand from Bedlaminov misses the target. McKenna wants to clinch.#T1# McKenna shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. McKenna will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Yuri Bedlaminov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. McKenna walks into a straight right hand from Bedlaminov. McKenna darts in looking for a takedown but Bedlaminov gets double underhooks and turns McKenna into the cage. Bedlaminov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL2# McKenna moves into the clinch successfully.
Bedlaminov misses with a punch to the body.
McKenna blocks an uppercut.
#TD2# McKenna is trying to trip Bedlaminov. He has hold of a leg but Bedlaminov is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. McKenna persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Bedlaminov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Bedlaminov keeping moving, preventing McKenna from controlling successfully. #T2# Bedlaminov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. McKenna trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. McKenna preventing the sweep. McKenna looking to pass the guard. We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace. McKenna throws a big right hand that misses. Bedlaminov wants to hit a switch here but McKenna passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Bedlaminov there! This has been an exciting period of action! McKenna lands with some strikes.#T3# McKenna tries to control but Bedlaminov wriggling away. #SUB2# McKenna throws some shoulder strikes here and then postures up. Oh, he's gone for an armbar! Bedlaminov has his hands clasped together but McKenna breaks the hold and Bedlaminov is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over! That was lightning fast by McKenna!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Robert McKenna! Jumping up and down and very excited, Robert McKenna waved his t-shirt featuring Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
Syn 670 Kerr vs Valentine
Date: Feb 09, 2020 |
#R1# McKenna shoots in but no luck this time. McKenna looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Crewman V is fending him off so far but McKenna persists. Nope, Crewman V circles away and we're back to standing. McKenna blocks a jab. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Crewman V, as that shot connected.
#CUT# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. McKenna drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. McKenna shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Crewman V as he avoids it easily. Expendable Crewman V has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. McKenna shoots in for a takedown but Crewman V shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Crewman V throws a lazy right hand but McKenna sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2# McKenna fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Crewman V, pushing him back against the cage. A left hand lands to the body for Crewman V.
McKenna lands with a short punch from the clinch.
McKenna goes for a takedown in the clinch but Crewman V prevents it.
Crewman V lands a nice elbow. McKenna is trying to break the clinch but Crewman V is controlling him. Crewman V tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A quick uppercut on the inside from Crewman V. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McKenna swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Crewman V prevents the takedown attempt.
#T1# Crewman V lands an elbow inside. #BC# Crewman V breaks the clinch.
McKenna closes the distance and clinches up with Crewman V, looking for a takedown. McKenna pushes Crewman V against the cage but Crewman V circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Crewman V was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. McKenna takes a body punch but keeps moving. Crewman V connects with a good right hand that stumbles McKenna. McKenna circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT# That has opened up Robert McKenna's cut even more.#CL# Crewman V clinches. Crewman V working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Crewman V lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC2# McKenna breaks the clinch.
#CL# Crewman V moves into the clinch. McKenna blocks the elbow strike.
Crewman V throws an elbow but it misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Crewman V creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Crewman V can't find room to land a body shot as McKenna controls the action.
#BC# Crewman V's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. McKenna shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Crewman V connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Robert McKenna seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Crewman V misses with a wild combination.
#T2# Crewman V fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McKenna on the side of the head.#CUT# The cut above Robert McKenna's eye is starting to cause him problems now. McKenna tries to clinch up but Crewman V circles away and keeps his distance. McKenna doesn't succeed with the takedown and Crewman V connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Crewman V throws a solid leg kick but McKenna takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Crewman V. McKenna shoots in looking for a takedown but Crewman V manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McKenna's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Good shot there by Crewman V. McKenna fails with a takedown attempt. McKenna misses with a takedown attempt and Crewman V counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Crewman V scores with a three punch combo!
#CUT# Robert McKenna's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Robert McKenna's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Expendable Crewman V! A relieved looking Expendable Crewman V thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
Syn 667 Whymer vs Nixon II
Date: Jan 19, 2020 |
#R1# Leagatius throws a hook to the side of McKenna's head but McKenna sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. We've been hearing reports that Leagatius has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Leagatius throws a leg kick but McKenna sees it coming and checks it nicely. #CL2# McKenna forces Leagatius back against the cage and clinches.#BC2# McKenna breaks the clinch.
Leagatius tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and McKenna is able to avoid easily. McKenna wants to clinch but Leagatius slips to the side and Leagatius counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. McKenna is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Leagatius stuffs the takedown attempt from McKenna. McKenna gets slowly back to his feet. Leagatius swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna has a takedown stuffed. McKenna has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Leagatius finds it's way round the side to connect with McKenna's head. #T1# McKenna shoots in for a takedown but Leagatius shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Brutus Leagatius has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. McKenna tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Leagatius swivels and escapes.#CL2# McKenna closes the distance and pushes Leagatius back into the cage.#BC# Leagatius breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McKenna closes this distance looking for a takedown but Leagatius circles away. Leagatius works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. McKenna keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice cross by Leagatius. McKenna looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Leagatius is fending him off so far but McKenna persists. Nope, Leagatius circles away and we're back to standing. McKenna misses with a takedown attempt and Leagatius counters with a nice body shot. McKenna misses with a takedown attempt #KD# and Leagatius counters with a crisp right hand that drops McKenna! Leagatius lets McKenna back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC# McKenna is rocked!#CUT# That has opened up Robert McKenna's cut even more. McKenna looks winded! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! McKenna drops his hands momentarily and Leagatius needs no second invitation. He sets himself and throws a perfect high kick, that clips McKenna just on the top of the head. McKenna drops like a sack of potatoes to the canvas, out cold! Oooooooh yeah! Stick a fork in McKenna - he's done!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Brutus Leagatius! After the fight, Brutus Leagatius was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
Syn 665 Shamrock vs Built
Date: Jan 05, 2020 |
#R1# Bull tests McKenna's chin there with a solid looking shot. Bull pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Jari Bull seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. McKenna keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McKenna throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bull's waist but Bull gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing McKenna off to one side. Bull throws a jab when McKenna was well out of range. McKenna scores with a spinning back kick! Bull ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Bull slaps away a takedown attempt from McKenna, before circling back to the center of the mat. McKenna looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bull is fending him off so far but McKenna persists. Nope, Bull circles away and we're back to standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. Bull cracks a nice hook into McKenna's ribs. Bull throws a leg kick but McKenna sees it coming and checks it nicely. McKenna on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CL# McKenna has Bull up against the cage in a clinch.
Bull lands a hook to the side of the head. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A head punch on the inside from Bull fails to land. McKenna avoiding damage.
Bull has a couple of punches blocked by McKenna.
Bull looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1# McKenna looking to stall.
McKenna is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bull is keeping busy. Maybe McKenna would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much. Bull stalling in the clinch but McKenna improves position. #TD# McKenna gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Bull regains guard.
McKenna wants to pass the guard but Bull is keeping the position. McKenna connects with a couple of short punches. Bull wants to sweep here but McKenna controlling him for the moment. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Bull trying to keep a closed guard but McKenna is proving a slippery customer.
Bull is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. McKenna pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bull is keeping the position for now. #T2# Bull is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Bull keeping moving, preventing McKenna from controlling successfully. McKenna pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bull is keeping the position for now. Bull is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Bull has control of McKenna's left arm, preventing McKenna from doing any damage. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. McKenna tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bull defends well and McKenna ends up having to push Bull into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Bull looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. McKenna slips a jab from Bull. Bull connects with a body shot that sends McKenna's belly button to the back. Donk. Bull catches McKenna right on the button with a cross.#T3# Bull will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
#CL# McKenna moves into the clinch successfully.
Bull misses with a hook from the clinch. Bull throws a punch but it's blocked by McKenna. McKenna is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bull is defending well for now. McKenna wants a takedown but no success here.
Bull lands with a short head shot on the inside. Bull misses with a hook from the clinch. McKenna has Bull pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bull manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Bull throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McKennas head. #CUT2# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut.#BC# McKenna escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bull misses with a leg kick. A lazy left from Bull finds it's target. McKenna takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
McKenna goes for a double leg but Bull avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bull continues to drive forward. Donk. Bull catches McKenna right on the button with a cross. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Bull lands a jab to the head.
Bull tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McKenna was well out of range. Poor timing from Bull.#T4# Bull defends well against a solid takedown attempt from McKenna. Bull misses with a straight right. McKenna has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McKenna there as he acknowledges the shot. Bull lands a jab. Bull clobbers McKenna with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Bull lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Bull. That snapped McKenna's head back.
McKenna keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bull lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Bull throws the left hand but McKenna avoids the punch easily. McKenna tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bull paws at him with a jab and circles away. McKenna looks for a takedown but Bull sprawls well. Bull lands a glancing blow to the side of McKenna's head. Bull is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! McKenna had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté. Horrible takedown attempt by McKenna or perhaps it was just good defense by Bull, which made it look bad. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jari Bull dominated that round. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna'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. #R2# Bull lands a nice shot to the body.
Bull has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Bull misses with a looping left. Bull misses the jab. McKenna is looking for a counter combo. McKenna shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Bull let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. McKenna gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. A good leg kick by Bull. McKenna tries to clinch up. Bull lands a lovely overhand right. Bull leaves McKenna with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bull looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Robert McKenna is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Bull lands with a shot to the body. Bull throws a combination. McKenna tries to block but a couple of punches get through. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL# McKenna gets a clinch. #BC# McKenna breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. A cross from Bull lands.#T1# McKenna fails with a takedown attempt from distance. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. Bull works the jab nicely. Bull with a jab. McKenna shoots in but no luck this time. McKenna shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bull but Bull pushes him off and we're back to square one. Bull now looks to counter with a shot at the body. McKenna shoots in for a double leg but Bull sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. McKenna ducks right into an uppercut from Bull. Horrible takedown attempt by McKenna or perhaps it was just good defense by Bull, which made it look bad. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. McKenna tries for a takedown but Bull circles away easily and Bull counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. McKenna tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bull manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Bull takes a swing at McKenna's ribcage but misses. Bull scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. McKenna tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bull swats him away and circles back towards the center. Bull lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bull throws a leg kick which misses McKenna's front leg but catches the back leg as McKenna tries to avoid it. #T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Bull lands a lovely overhand right. A telegraphed right hand from Bull misses the target. Bull throws a good cross that connects.
#CL# McKenna forces Bull back against the cage and clinches. Bull fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Bull on the inside. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Bull lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bull lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. McKenna is looking to take this one to the mat. McKenna is trying to break the clinch but Bull is controlling him. Bull misses with some punches.
McKenna wants to get back to striking at distance but Bull won't allow it.
McKenna lands a body shot in the clinch.
Bull softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Bull lands a left hand that snaps the head of McKenna backwards. Bull effectively controlling the action here. Bull lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McKenna backwards. #T3# McKenna wants to take the fight to the mat but Bull manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. McKenna misses with a punch to the body.
McKenna lands a hook that snaps the head of Bull backwards. A shot in the inside from Bull. McKenna blocks an uppercut.
McKenna pressing his opponent against the cage. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bull creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Bull throws a head punch that misses. Bull lands a right hand that snaps the head of McKenna backwards. Bull misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bull lands with a short head shot on the inside. McKenna misses with some punches.
Bull throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McKennas head. Bull taking a breather. Bull lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4# McKenna has a couple of punches blocked by Bull.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Bull is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Bull is trying to stall.
Bull fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from McKenna. A nice right hand lands inside from Bull. McKenna changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Bull fights it off and pushes away nicely.
McKenna displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bull throws out the jab. Bull rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McKenna moves out of range and avoids them all easily. McKenna tries to counter with a takedown but Bull is quick to defend against it. Bull connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. McKenna misses with a takedown attempt - Bull sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. A little jabbing left from Bull on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Bull throws a body shot but no joy. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. McKenna shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bull as he jumps to the side. Bull doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jari Bull showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna'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. This is the final round! #R3# McKenna looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. McKenna moves out of range as Bull strikes. Bull fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McKenna. McKenna looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#CL# McKenna closes the distance and clinches. Bull prevents a takedown attempt there.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bull creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. McKenna is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bull gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. Bull cracks McKenna with a nice body shot.#BC# McKenna breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jab by Bull. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bull ducks down and throws a hook to the body. McKenna gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Bull counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. McKenna steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bull. 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! McKenna moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T1# McKenna fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Bull connects with a looping right hand.
McKenna darts in looking for a takedown but Bull gets double underhooks and turns McKenna into the cage. Nice uppercut there from Bull. Bull looks to land a left hand but McKenna moved out of range nicely. Bull keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
McKenna walks into a stiff left hand from Bull. Bull wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Bull stuffs the takedown attempt from McKenna. McKenna gets slowly back to his feet. Nice shot lands for Bull. Bull lands a jab to McKenna's midsection. McKenna fails to land the takedown.#T2# McKenna will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Bull scores with a shot to the body.
Bull lands the left hand. Bull throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent McKenna stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Bull with a body punch. A glancing blow. McKenna will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. McKenna takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bull keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. A slapping leg kick lands for Bull.
Bull connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. McKenna avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bull lands with a straight right. McKenna didn't see that one coming. Bull fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T3# Bull lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Bull throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice sprawl there from Bull as McKenna shoots in. Nice shot lands for Bull. Bull digs a good body shot into McKenna's ribs. Bull digs a good body shot into McKenna's ribs. Jari Bull is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Bull connects with a jab. A jab from Bull does it's job there. Bull scores with a nice right hand.
Bull leaves McKenna with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. McKenna backing away here, and Bull unleashes a leg kick that just misses. McKenna takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Bull throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. 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! McKenna doesn't succeed with the takedown and Bull counters with a lovely straight right hand! Bull displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #T4# McKenna takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Bull connects with a good right hand that stumbles McKenna. McKenna circles away out of range and recomposes himself. McKenna takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bull feints a jab promting McKenna to slip. Bull then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. McKenna slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. McKenna uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bull. Bull tries to land a front kick but McKenna steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Jari Bull seems to be getting the better of the standup. McKenna doesn't succeed with the takedown and Bull makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. A swing and a miss from Bull. McKenna shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bull defends it nicely. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Bull lands with a nice body punch. Robert McKenna has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Bull cracks McKenna with a right hand to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight! Jari Bull comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Bull 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 26:30 Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 26:30 Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jari Bull! In his post fight interview, Jari Bull started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Madness 25 Ribbit vs McKenna 2
Date: Dec 08, 2019 |
#R1##CL2# McKenna has Ribbit up against the cage in a clinch.
McKenna misses with a hook from the clinch. Ribbit is struggling to control the position. I was talking to Ribbit's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#TD2# McKenna gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. McKenna is stalling in the full guard. My spies in Big Bear Fight Factory inform me that McKenna has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends! Ribbit looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McKenna accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Ribbit wants to sweep but no luck. Ribbit pulls McKenna in close to prevent any damage. Ribbit wants to stand but McKenna is controlling the position. #T1# McKenna advances to half guard. McKenna is keen to just control but Ribbit is a slippery customer. Ribbit is looking for a sweep. McKenna is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Ribbit trying to control but McKenna postures up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with McKenna in particular looking to stall.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. McKenna shoots for a double leg takedown but Ribbit sprawls well. He's pushed McKenna's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T2# McKenna fails with the takedown. Ribbit is looking to counter with a shot to the body. McKenna closes the distance but Ribbit moves to the side and Ribbit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2# McKenna looking to score a takedown here. Ribbit is defending well but McKenna drives through and ends up in Ribbit's guard.#ES# Ribbit pushes McKenna off and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McKenna throws a lazy head kick and McKenna takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD2# McKenna closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. McKenna looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3# Ribbit tries to get to full guard but McKenna has control of the leg. McKenna trying to pass the guard but Ribbit defending well. McKenna is trying to control. Ribbit wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Ribbit tries to get to full guard but McKenna has control of the leg. McKenna passes the guard and advances to mount! McKenna throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Ribbit because McKenna loaded up on that one. #T4# McKenna thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage. McKenna working Ribbit over with strikes here. McKenna avoids the attempt from Ribbit to control. McKenna trying to control but Ribbit is having none of it. Ribbit can't escape the position.
Ribbit in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. McKenna tries to control but Ribbit wriggling away. McKenna is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert McKenna 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# McKenna shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ribbit but Ribbit pushes him off and we're back to square one. Ribbit was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. McKenna with a poor takedown and Ribbit counters with a nice body shot. McKenna fails with the takedown and Ribbit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. Frog Ribbit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. McKenna shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ribbit as he jumps to the side. A counter left hand to the body from Ribbit misses its target. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna misses with a takedown attempt #KD# and Ribbit counters with a crisp one two that drops McKenna! Ribbit thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves McKenna to his feet! McKenna is in big trouble! McKenna shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ribbit sprawls well. Ribbit wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McKenna gets slowly back to his feet.#T1# McKenna misses with a takedown attempt - Ribbit sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Ribbit leaning against his opponent.
McKenna lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ribbit trying to land knees to the body.
McKenna on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
McKenna is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Ribbit gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. McKenna is working for takedown but Ribbit is calmly controlling the position for now. McKenna managing to block the knees to the body from Ribbit.
McKenna is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC2# McKenna's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2# McKenna doesn't succeed with the takedown and Ribbit counters with a nice low kick that buckles McKenna's knee momentarily. McKenna tries for a takedown but Ribbit circles away easily#CL# and Ribbit counters by moving into the clinch. Ribbit is pressed up against the cage. McKenna has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Ribbit down to the mat. Ribbit avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. McKenna tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ribbit swivels and escapes. Ribbit tries to counter by moving into the clinch but McKenna manages to circle out of the way. McKenna is breathing heavily. McKenna doesn't succeed with the takedown and McKenna takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. McKenna closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ribbit circles away. Ribbit seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Frog Ribbit is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. McKenna dives in for a single leg takedown but Ribbit sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. McKenna looks for a takedown but Ribbit sprawls well. And Ribbit counters with a quick kick to the body but McKenna blocks it.#T3# McKenna goes for a double leg but Ribbit avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ribbit continues to drive forward.#TD2# McKenna shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES# Ribbit manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. McKenna keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. A head punch on the inside from McKenna fails to land. McKenna takes a shot to the head. McKenna has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ribbit is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Ribbit pushes McKenna back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. McKenna has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbit.
Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but McKenna blocks with his arms.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ribbit is pressed up against the cage. McKenna has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Ribbit down to the mat. Ribbit avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. McKenna shoots in but doesn't get the takedown enabling Ribbit to counter with a crisp jab. #T4# McKenna doesn't succeed with the takedown#KD# and Ribbit counters with a crisp right hand that drops McKenna! Ribbit lets McKenna back up to his feet, looking for a finish! McKenna gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Ribbit counters with a right, left combo that wobbles McKenna badly! Ribbit follows up with a massive right hook, straight to the bridge of the nose that knocks McKenna out cold! Oh wow, what a finish! Very reminiscent of Koscheck vs Yoshida as Ribbit finished him against the cage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Frog Ribbit! During a confident post fight interview, Frog Ribbit thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Madness Clown Chaos 11
Date: Nov 10, 2019 |
#R1##TD2# Number gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows McKenna to score an easy takedown into full guard. McKenna stays in close to Number's body and controls the position. McKenna pushing down on Number's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Number tries to roll over but McKenna keeps him under control. Number taking some punishment here, with McKenna in his half guard. Number wants to get back to full guard but McKenna has mounted him! Number is in a horrible position here. McKenna smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
McKenna scores with a couple of good head shots there.
McKenna tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Number really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
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! McKenna trying to control but Number is having none of it. #T1# Number tries to reverse the position but McKenna maintains control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Number on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Number tries to get out of the position.#SUB2# McKenna is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by McKenna!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Robert McKenna! Robert McKenna really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
Madness 19 Ribbitt vs McKenna
Date: Oct 27, 2019 |
#R1##CL# McKenna closes the distance and clinches. McKenna throws a head punch that misses. #TD# McKenna gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Ribbit regains guard.
McKenna tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbit is retaining full guard. Ribbit trying to keep a closed guard but McKenna is proving a slippery customer.
McKenna trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. McKenna trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. McKenna is pushing down on Ribbit's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ribbit is fighting to maintain full guard but McKenna has managed to sneak the leg through. McKenna is figuring out what he wants to do next. Ribbit avoiding damage under a succession of punches from McKenna. McKenna 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. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit is looking to escape. Ribbit keeping hold of McKenna's head, controlling as best he can. #T1# McKenna is thwarting Ribbit's attempts to control the position. 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. McKenna connects with a nice short shot to Ribbit's temple. Ribbit is holding on to half guard well. McKenna wants to take a breather but Ribbit is having none of it. McKenna tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ribbit knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Ribbit trying to hold on to McKenna's head to control him but McKenna postures up.
Ribbit wants to improve his position but McKenna is controlling well.
McKenna wants to pass the guard but Ribbit is defending well. #T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. McKenna wants to control but Ribbit is keeping him busy. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Robert McKenna seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. McKenna looks to clinch and Ribbit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut.#CL# McKenna clinches with his opponent.
McKenna is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ribbit pulls him back up using the underhooks. McKenna has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ribbit avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. McKenna misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC# McKenna pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. McKenna shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Ribbit throws a counter combo. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. McKenna fails with the takedown and Ribbit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. McKenna is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ribbit sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T3# McKenna fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Ribbit tries a quick counter leg kick but McKenna is wise to it. McKenna shoots in looking for a takedown but Ribbit manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McKenna's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Ribbit has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.#TD# McKenna looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Ribbit looking to control.
McKenna stops Ribbit from standing up. Ribbit is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB# McKenna trying to control from the bottom.
Ribbit not doing much here.
#T4# Ribbit seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but McKenna does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. McKenna is trying to get back to full guard. McKenna has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ribbit is working away from the top position though. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ribbit is figuring out what he wants to do next. 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 Robert McKenna will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Ribbit swats away the attempt to clinch by McKenna. Ribbit was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. McKenna tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ribbit swivels and escapes. Ribbit tries to counter with a clinch but McKenna shakes him off and moves away. McKenna fails to land the takedown. McKenna shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ribbit sprawls well. Ribbit wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McKenna gets slowly back to his feet. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ribbit! But no joy. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna shoots in looking for a takedown but Ribbit manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McKenna's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Ribbit is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. No luck for McKenna with that takedown attempt. #T1# McKenna tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ribbit manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL# McKenna moves into the clinch. Ribbit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. McKenna throws an elbow but it misses.
McKenna avoiding damage as Ribbit throws knees to the body.
#TD# Ribbit is fighting off a takedown attempt but McKenna is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Ribbit to the mat. Ribbit regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Ribbit looking to sweep here. No luck so far. McKenna works a leg free and moves into half guard. McKenna moves nicely into side control. Ribbit gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! McKenna tries to control but Ribbit wriggling away. McKenna throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.#T2# Ribbit is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
McKenna looking to ground and pound but Ribbit is blocking nicely. McKenna looking to control but Ribbit is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Ribbit really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McKenna. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Ribbit keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McKenna lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Ribbit hang on?#SUB# McKenna has control of Ribbit's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Ribbit regains control of the situation pretty easily.
McKenna controlling from mount. #T3# McKenna throwing strikes here but Ribbit is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Ribbit is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Ribbit is trying desperately to improve position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Ribbit is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. McKenna tries to control but Ribbit wriggling away. Ribbit is looking to get to half guard. Ribbit in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. McKenna tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4# McKenna looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
McKenna putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound! McKenna tries to control but Ribbit wriggling away. Robert McKenna overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Ribbit's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. McKenna tries to control but Ribbit wriggling away. Ribbit is looking to improve his position but McKenna isn't that keen on the idea. McKenna trying to control but Ribbit is having none of it. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ribbit is trying to escape the mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert McKenna dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Ribbit keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. McKenna sets himself, and Ribbit steps forward looking for the clinch! McKenna avoids it this time. McKenna shoots and misses and Ribbit counters with an outside leg kick.
McKenna misses with a takedown and Ribbit counters with a two punch combo. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# McKenna shoots in and gets a takedown into Ribbit's guard.#ES2# Ribbit pushes McKenna off and gets back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! McKenna misses with a takedown attempt #CL2# and Ribbit counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Ribbit lands an uppercut. Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McKenna is defending well for now. Ribbit misses with a body punch.
#T1# Ribbit scores with a shoulder strike. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ribbit. McKenna blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Ribbit throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McKennas head. Ribbit looking to slow down the pace here. McKenna goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ribbit prevents it.
McKenna avoiding damage as Ribbit throws knees to the body.
McKenna has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ribbit avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. McKenna drops down looking for an ankle pick but Ribbit pulls his leg out and moves away.
McKenna will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Ribbit lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Robert McKenna is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Both fighters are breathing heavily. McKenna with a poor takedown and Ribbit counters with a lovely shot to the body. McKenna shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ribbit as he jumps to the side. Frog Ribbit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Frog Ribbit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2# McKenna misses with a takedown attempt and Ribbit counters with a stiff right hand. McKenna fails with the takedown. As McKenna backs off Ribbit throws a huge counter combo but McKenna manages to avoid it all. McKenna tries to grapple but his opponent circles #KD2# and Ribbit counters with a crisp one two that drops McKenna! Ribbit thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves McKenna to his feet! McKenna is in big trouble!#ROC2# McKenna is rocked! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! McKenna with a lazy takedown attempt and Ribbit counters with a right, left combo that wobbles McKenna badly! Ribbit follows up with a massive right hook, straight to the bridge of the nose that knocks McKenna out cold! Oh wow, what a finish! Very reminiscent of Koscheck vs Yoshida as Ribbit finished him against the cage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Frog Ribbit! A very excited looking Frog Ribbit made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Madness Fright Night 8
Date: Oct 06, 2019 |
#R1##CL2# McKenna closes the distance and pushes McDiggle back into the cage. McKenna blocks an uppercut.
McDiggle scores with a shot to the side of McKenna's head. #BC2# McKenna breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. McKenna uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before McDiggle has time to react.#CUT2# It looks like Buster McDiggle has been cut.#CL2# McKenna gets in close and instigates a clinch. McKenna working some nice short punches in the clinch. McDiggle blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by McDiggle.
McDiggle is trying to stall.
McDiggle's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! McDiggle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McDiggle misses with a hook to the ribs.
McKenna scores with a shot to the side of McDiggle's head. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A head punch on the inside from McDiggle fails to land. McDiggle misses with some punches.
McKenna looking to slow down the pace here. McDiggle struggles to land a body shot inside as McKenna controls his hands.
#TD2# McKenna turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and McKenna manages to end up in side control. McKenna trying to control the action but McDiggle is working from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. McDiggle sneaks back into half guard.#T1# McDiggle gets back to full guard.
#SUB# McDiggle looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
McKenna wants to control from the top but McDiggle keeps moving. McKenna is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. McKenna won't allow McDiggle to sweep him here. McKenna works a leg free and moves into half guard. McKenna trying to control the action but McDiggle is working from the bottom. McDiggle won't allow McKenna to pass to mount. #T2# McDiggle is in trouble now - McKenna has advanced to mount! #SUB2# McKenna looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. McDiggle is squirming around, avoiding McKenna's attempts to control the action. McDiggle manages to regain half guard. Good work. We've been hearing good reports from McDiggle's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today. McKenna looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. McKenna wants to lay and pray for a moment but McDiggle keeps working. McKenna looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. McDiggle trying to control from the bottom.
#T3# McDiggle is pressing down on McKenna's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. McDiggle can't keep his opponent in guard - McKenna advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. McDiggle tries to get to full guard but McKenna has control of the leg. McDiggle is working hard here to advance position. McKenna is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. McDiggle is refusing to be controlled, as McKenna sits in half guard. McKenna tries to pass to full mount but McDiggle defends it. McKenna prevents McDiggle from improving his position. McKenna is looking to take a break and control but McDiggle is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. McDiggle is trying to get back to full guard.#T4# McKenna wants to pass the guard but McDiggle is defending well. 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. McKenna connects with a nice short shot to McDiggle's temple. McDiggle is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. McDiggle on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. McDiggle is not content to let McKenna control the position.#SUB2# McKenna has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can McDiggle defend it? McKenna steps over the head and cranks it - McDiggle is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for McKenna!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Robert McKenna! Jumping up and down and very excited, Robert McKenna waved his t-shirt featuring Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
Madness 12 Huang vs Sixx
Date: Sep 07, 2019 |
#R1##TD2# McKenna scores with a takedown into Rider's guard.#ES# Rider has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. McKenna has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage. McKenna drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rider pulls his leg out and moves away.
No luck for McKenna with that takedown attempt. A little feinted left hand from Rider on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Rider misses with an uppercut. McKenna saw that one coming. Rider throws a nice head kick!
#CUT# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. Rider paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Nice defenses there by McKenna. Rider misses with an uppercut
#TD2# and McKenna decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rider's guard.#SUB# McKenna avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
McKenna pushing down on Rider's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. My spies in Big Bear Fight Factory inform me that McKenna has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends! The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Rider looking for submissions off his back. Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! McKenna is keen to just control but Rider is a slippery customer.#T1# McKenna is looking to advance position but Rider won't allow it. Rider is trying to get back to full guard. Rider won't allow McKenna to pass to mount. McKenna trying to control the action but Rider is working from the bottom. McKenna trying to pass the guard but Rider defending well. McKenna stops Rider from getting back to his feet.
#SUB# Rider is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKenna pulls his head out easily. McKenna stops Rider from getting back to his feet.
#SUB# Rider looking for submissions off his back.#T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2# McKenna is working for a kimura but Rider is defending it quite comfortably.
McKenna controlling the action here. Rider is not content to let McKenna control the position. McKenna not doing much here.
McKenna wants to take a breather but Rider is having none of it. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T3##SUB# Rider is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKenna pulls his head out easily. McKenna is looking to advance position but Rider won't allow it. #SUB# Rider looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# McKenna seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB# Rider looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Rider is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Rider is not content to let McKenna control the position.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB# Rider looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB# Rider looking for submissions off his back. McKenna passes to side control. McKenna controlling the position. Rider is positioning himself to get back to half guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. McKenna trying to control the position but Rider is working away. Rider tries to improve position but can't. 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 Midnight Rider will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# McKenna fails in his attempt to clinch. McKenna takes one to the side of the head.
Good shot there by Rider. Robert McKenna is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. McKenna wants to clinch. McKenna takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Rider throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck McKenna on the side of the head. The fight stays on the outside here - McKenna looks like he's thinking about clinching though. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# McKenna moves into the clinch successfully.
Rider swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD2# McKenna has clasped his hands together around Rider's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Rider is trying to improve his position.#T1# McKenna wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rider keeps working. Rider is working to avoid the ground and pound but McKenna connects with a decent elbow. McKenna trying to control the action but Rider is working from the bottom. McKenna might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rider haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. McKenna scores with a couple of short elbows. Rider is looking to reverse the position. Rider is not content to let McKenna control the position. Rider tries to bench press McKenna off him but McKenna keeps the position. #T2# Rider is trying to work for a sweep but McKenna has mounted him! Rider is bucking up trying to escape but McKenna cracks him with another couple of good strikes. McKenna wants to control the pace but Rider is squirming around nicely. McKenna pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#CUT2# It looks like Midnight Rider has been cut. Rider is wriggling around trying to escape.
Robert McKenna has got the better of the ground game so far. McKenna landing strikes from the mount and Rider is in trouble! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Rider is desperately trying to improve his position but McKenna has a good base and remains in mount. McKenna controlling the pace for now. McKenna wants to control the pace but Rider is squirming around nicely. Rider wants to try and get back to his feet. McKenna working the ground and pound effectively.
#T3# McKenna can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rider is looking to escape. Rider is trying desperately to improve position. McKenna punishing his opponent with strikes. #CUT2# Midnight Rider's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. McKenna tries to control but Rider wriggling away. McKenna has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Rider's face.
#ROC2# Rider is rocked!#CUT2# Jeez, Midnight Rider's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Midnight Rider's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Robert McKenna! Robert McKenna very nearly forgot to thank Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. Midnight Rider was interviewed post fight and said 'Oh well, twist one'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 14, 2019 |
#R1##TD2# McKenna closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. McKenna passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Sue! McKenna looking to control and managing it successfully. McKenna's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna with the ground and pound from mount. My spies in Big Bear Fight Factory inform me that McKenna has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends! McKenna lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Sue hang on?#SUB2# McKenna is working for a guillotine from mount but Sue frees his head quite easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McKenna tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T1##SUB2# McKenna quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for McKenna but it's paid off an Sue is forced to tap! Nice work by McKenna.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Robert McKenna! Robert McKenna very nearly forgot to thank Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Event:
EMP Zulu vs Rain
Date: Jul 26, 2019 |
#R1##TD2# Zaidi gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows McKenna to score an easy takedown into full guard. Zaidi 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# Zaidi sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. McKenna defending well though. McKenna blocking the ground and pound attempt from Zaidi. McKenna is trying to stand.
McKenna avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Zaidi. McKenna regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Zaidi. #SUB# Zaidi drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and McKenna dives on top into guard.#REVB# McKenna tries to free his leg and advance position but Zaidi is retaining full guard. McKenna is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. McKenna stopping the sweep attempt from Zaidi.#T1##SUB# Zaidi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. McKenna gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. McKenna wants to control from the top but Zaidi keeps moving. Zaidi wants to sweep here but McKenna controlling him for the moment. McKenna engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB# Zaidi looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Zaidi trying to keep a closed guard but McKenna is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. McKenna scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB# Zaidi working for a triangle but McKenna defends it easily.
McKenna looking to pass the guard. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB# Zaidi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Hammerfist, elbow! yells McKenna's corner. There ya go! There ya go! McKenna passes into half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB# Zaidi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Zaidi is trying to get back to full guard. McKenna lands with a punch from half guard. Ground and pound from McKenna. #T3# McKenna prevents Zaidi from improving his position. McKenna trying to pass the guard but Zaidi defending well. Zaidi wants to control but McKenna is keeping busy and won't allow it. McKenna has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. McKenna landing punches. McKenna lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Zaidi is desperately trying to improve his position but McKenna has a good base and remains in mount. Zaidi manages to regain half guard. Good work. Zaidi regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB# Zaidi is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McKenna defends well. McKenna trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4# McKenna won't allow Zaidi to sweep him here. McKenna trying to control but Zaidi is working from the bottom. #SUB# Zaidi pushes a forearm under McKenna's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, McKenna is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mohsin Zaidi! Mohsin Zaidi decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
EMP Gagnon Vs Toivonen
Date: Jun 21, 2019 |
#R1# Average lands with a nice body punch. Average misses with a wild combination.
#CL# McKenna gets tackled into the cage by Average. Average maintains the clinch. McKenna working aggressively here.
Average prevents a takedown attempt there.
McKenna can't find room to land a body shot as Average controls the action.
McKenna misses with a punch to the body.
#BC# Average breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from McKenna. McKenna tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD# Average closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. McKenna did well to prevent Average getting side control. Average wants to pass to mount but McKenna is defending the position. McKenna is looking to control Average's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can McKenna avoid being mounted? Average is looking to take a break and control but McKenna is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1##SUB# Average is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Average is trying to control the action in half guard but McKenna is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. McKenna tries to get to full guard but Average has control of the leg. McKenna blocking the ground and pound attempt from Average. McKenna is looking to escape. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T2# 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. McKenna is not content to let Average control the position.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. McKenna shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Average defends it nicely. Joe Average has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. McKenna tries to clinch but Average is having none of it. Jab by Average.#CUT# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. Average changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Average circles away from the clinch attempt.
#TD# Average gets the takedown into side control. Average tries to move into full mount but can't pass McKenna's legs. Average creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. Average wants to take a breather but McKenna manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Average. McKenna preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3# Average would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Average throws an elbow that misses. McKenna uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Average's guard. Nice move by McKenna!#REVB##SUB2# McKenna drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Average manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now McKenna has Average in his guard.#REVR# Average is looking to pass into half guard but McKenna pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now McKenna is in guard.#REVB##T4# McKenna stopping the sweep attempt from Average. McKenna trying to control the position from guard on top but Average is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. McKenna pushing down on Average's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Average won't allow McKenna to pass to mount. Average has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McKenna is working away from the top position though. Average is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2# McKenna seems to be looking for submissions.
Average keeping control of the position. McKenna is trying to control. Average wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Average dominated that round. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2##CL2# McKenna clinches up against the cage. McKenna misses with the head strike.
#BC# Average breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL# Average takes the fight into the clinch. #BC# Average pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! McKenna moves away from the strike by Average. #CL# Average clinches up against the cage.#BC# Average breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. McKenna uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Average.
McKenna tries to clinch there but Average circles away.
Joe Average seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2# McKenna drives through and clinches with Average against the cage.
McKenna tries for a takedown but Average manages to get underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Average prevents the takedown attempt.
#BC2# McKenna pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. McKenna dodges the punch combination from Average.
McKenna tries to close the distance and clinch up but Average swats him away and circles back towards the center. Sloppy strikes from Average. Those never looked like landing. McKenna appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. McKenna tries to clinch up but Average circles away and keeps his distance.#T1# McKenna tries to clinch but Average moves out of range. Joe Average is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Average tries to clinch there but McKenna circles away.
McKenna fails in his attempt to clinch. Average bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of McKenna's head. McKenna slips a jab and a cross from Average.
Average lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McKenna circles away quickly and effectively. McKenna avoids the body shot from Average.
The fight stays on the outside here - McKenna looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Average is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Average just misses with a punch to the body.
#TD# Average scores with a takedown into McKenna's guard. Average is looking to stand up but McKenna won't let him. McKenna working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Average. McKenna has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T2# Average throws a strike but McKenna rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# McKenna wants to pass the guard but Average is keeping the position.#SUB# Average working for a triangle but McKenna defends it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action! McKenna won't allow Average to get back to his feet. Average is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McKenna can do to turn this around? McKenna chips away with some ground and pound. McKenna working some strikes from top position.#T3# McKenna trying to control the position from guard on top but Average is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Average working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McKenna. Robert McKenna has got the better of the ground game so far. McKenna tries to free his leg and advance position but Average is retaining full guard. McKenna with a flurry of punches that miss. Average bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in McKenna's guard. #REVR# McKenna keeping moving, preventing Average from controlling successfully. McKenna avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. McKenna is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Average is stalling in the full guard. #T4# McKenna is looking to stand up but Average isn't so interested in that idea. McKenna wants to hit a switch here but Average passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for McKenna there! Average controlling his opponent. Average trying to control but he's not successful this time. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Average dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# A combination from Average does no damage. McKenna displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Average. #CL# Average moves into range and clinches up with McKenna. McKenna lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Average backwards. McKenna scores with an uppercut up the middle. Average changes levels and goes for a takedown here. McKenna fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Average throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McKenna's waist but McKenna gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Average off to one side. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Average. That's going to take a lot out of him. Nice takedown defense from McKenna. No joy for Average on that attempt. Average moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromMcKenna. Average looks to land a right hand but McKenna moved out of range. McKenna moves out of range as Average strikes. McKenna showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Average.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Average rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McKenna moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Average tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but McKenna swivels and escapes. Average avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#TD2# McKenna fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Average to the ground. McKenna is now in Average's guard. Both fighters are breathing heavily. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. McKenna pushing down on Average's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. McKenna wants to free his trapped foot but Average is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T1# McKenna moves nicely into side control. Average takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head. McKenna landing strikes. McKenna wants to control but Average is keeping him busy. McKenna might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Average haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. McKenna tries to get to his feet but Average is in the middle of advancing position himself and ends up with McKenna in his guard. #T2# McKenna trying to control the position from guard on top but Average is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Average has McKenna pulled in close to control his posture. Average keeping full guard, as McKenna tries to pass. Average seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission. Average tries to land a sweep but no joy. McKenna postures up.
#T3# Average being controlled here, momentarily. McKenna stands and throws Average's legs to the side, diving into side control. Average tries to improve position but can't. Average stops McKenna from passing to mount. Joe Average is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Average is trying to control McKenna's posture but McKenna avoids it. McKenna wants to control but Average is keeping him busy. The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. McKenna tries to advance to mount but can't. McKenna wants to control but Average is keeping him busy. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. McKenna fails to land the takedown.#CL# Average moves into the clinch. McKenna effectively controlling the action here. McKenna is pressed up against the cage. Average has hold of a leg and is looking to drag McKenna down to the mat. McKenna avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. McKenna tries to clinch up but Average circles away and keeps his distance. McKenna shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Average pinned against the cage. Average gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Robert McKenna has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL# Average drives through and clinches with McKenna against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight! Robert McKenna comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Average 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28 Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joe Average! After winning the bout, Joe Average thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
PSE 42
Date: May 18, 2019 |
#R1# Wolff throws a leg kick but McKenna sees it coming and moves out of range. Wolff looks to score with a jab to the body but McKenna is just out of range. McKenna throws a big counter combination but Wolff scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Wolff bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CL# McKenna forces Wolff back against the cage and clinches. Wolff lands with a left to the head. #TD# McKenna lands a takedown into guard.
McKenna tries to free his leg and advance position but Wolff is retaining full guard. McKenna 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. Wolff tries to land a sweep but no joy. McKenna wants to pass the guard but Wolff is keeping the position. McKenna postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. McKenna throwing strikes from guard but Wolff blocks nicely. Wolff pulls McKenna in close to his closed guard and prevents McKenna from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1# McKenna pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wolff is keeping the position for now. Wolff keeping moving, preventing McKenna from controlling successfully. McKenna trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Wolff avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. McKenna trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. McKenna working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Wolff keeping moving, preventing McKenna from controlling successfully. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL# McKenna gets a clinch. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Wolff lands a shoulder strike. A short right from Wolff on the inside. McKenna blocks an uppercut.
Wolff lands on the inside with an uppercut. A head punch blocked on the inside by McKenna. Wolff scores with a shoulder strike. Wolff misses with a hook from the clinch. Wolff tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. McKenna is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Wolff pulls him back up using the underhooks. McKenna has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Wolff avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Wolff lands a nice uppercut. Wolff stops a takedown attempt from McKenna.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. McKenna has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Wolff avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Wolff fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC# McKenna breaks the clinch.
Wolff misses with a few strikes there.
Wolff has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as McKenna is landing a low percentage of strikes. Bartholomäus Wolff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. McKenna tries to clinch up. Ouch! a nice leg kick from Wolff, right into the meat.
Wolff moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. McKenna takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
McKenna tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T3# McKenna throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wolff. McKenna is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Wolff throws a body shot but no joy. McKenna shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Wolff fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McKenna. McKenna moves out of range as Wolff throws a body kick.
Wolff lands with a straight right. McKenna didn't see that one coming. Wolff lands a really nice looking cross but McKenna seems unphased.
McKenna takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Wolff misses with a straight left. The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. McKenna shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Wolff defends it nicely. Wolff lands a leg kick that knocks McKenna off balance momentarily. McKenna shoots in for a takedown but Wolff shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Wolff will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T4# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Wolff scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Wolff swats away the attempt to clinch by McKenna. Wolff scores with a nice head shot. Wolff finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Wolff feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits McKennas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! McKenna tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. McKenna shoots in looking for a takedown but Wolff manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McKenna's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. McKenna doesn't manage to clinch there - Wolff circles away.
A head kick by McKenna misses and Wolff makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. McKenna really felt that one! Wolff stuns McKenna with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Wolff throws a leg kick which misses McKenna's front leg but catches the back leg as McKenna tries to avoid it. Thud! ouch! good body kick from Wolff - that will leave a mark!
Wolff throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by McKenna. Wolff scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. McKenna doesn't manage to clinch there - Wolff circles away.
That kick from Wolff tenderised McKenna's leg. McKenna is trying to keep his angry face on. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bartholomäus Wolff dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Wolff connects with an inside leg kick.#CL# McKenna clinches with his opponent.
McKenna stalling.
Wolff can't find room to land a body shot as McKenna controls the action.
A short right from Wolff on the inside. McKenna working aggressively here.
McKenna blocks an uppercut.
McKenna changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Wolff fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Bartholomäus Wolff seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL# McKenna moves into the clinch. Wolff misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD# Wolff is fighting off a takedown attempt but McKenna is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Wolff to the mat. Wolff regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. McKenna trying to control but Wolff is working from the bottom. Wolff keeping full guard, as McKenna tries to pass. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Wolff pulls McKenna in close to prevent any damage. #T1# Wolff wants to sweep but no luck. McKenna throwing strikes but missing. McKenna is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. McKenna stands up over Wolff, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Wolff 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. Wolff keeping moving, preventing McKenna from controlling successfully. Wolff looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Wolff can't keep his opponent in guard - McKenna advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. McKenna sitting and controlling from the half guard. Wolff is trying to control but can't.
Wolff keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. McKenna wants to pass to mount but Wolff is defending the position. McKenna seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Wolff does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. McKenna working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Wolff's thigh. Wolff counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T3# McKenna slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Wolff defending against the ground and pound. McKenna trying to control the action but Wolff is working from the bottom. Robert McKenna overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. McKenna working the ground and pound but Wolff is defending the strikes. McKenna tries to advance to mount but Wolff denies him. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# McKenna thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4# Wolff is not content to let McKenna control the position. McKenna has knee on belly and moves into mount. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! McKenna working away from the top, dropping strikes. Wolff can't escape the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert McKenna dominated that second round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards. #R3# Good work by McKenna as he checks the leg kick.#CL# McKenna has managed to clinch.
McKenna blocks a body shot from Wolff. McKenna blocks a body shot from Wolff. McKenna is looking to take this one to the mat. McKenna is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Wolff is defending well. McKenna blocking some punches.
McKenna tries for a takedown but Wolff manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wolff. McKenna working some nice short punches in the clinch. Wolff misses with a punch on the inside.
Wolff has a couple of punches blocked by McKenna.
Wolff throws a head punch that misses. McKenna prevents a body shot from Wolff. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Wolff lands with a light punch inside. Wolff lands a left hand that snaps the head of McKenna backwards. McKenna has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Wolff avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Wolff lands an uppercut. Wolff lands a body shot in the clinch.
Wolff has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Both fighters are breathing heavily. McKenna takes a shot to the head. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Wolff fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1# McKenna tries to work over Wolff's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Wolff blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wolff lands with a short head shot on the inside. McKenna is looking to take this one to the mat. McKenna blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wolff lands a right hand. Wolff swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McKenna lands a shot to the body. A body shot lands from Wolff.
Wolff tries to throw a body punch but McKenna avoids it by throwing Wolff back against the cage. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Wolff as McKenna tries to tie him up. Wolff throws a punch but it's blocked by McKenna. Wolff managing to block the knees to the body from McKenna.
#BC2# Wolff breaks from the clinch.
Wolff feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to McKenna's calf. Robert McKenna is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Wolff avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Wolff doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Wolff listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. McKenna has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Wolff finds it's way round the side to connect with McKenna's head. McKenna fails to land with a series of punches.
#T2# Wolff lands a really nice looking cross but McKenna seems unphased.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. McKenna uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wolff.
Wolff jabs McKenna to the body, keeping him at a distance. Wolff cracks the inside of McKenna's front leg. McKenna throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. McKenna tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Wolff manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. McKenna avoids a kick to the body.
McKenna misses with a takedown attempt - Wolff sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. McKenna stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Wolff. Wolff scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McKenna doesn't seem bothered though. Wolff connects with a body shot. McKenna tries to clinch up but Wolff circles away and keeps his distance. Wolff lands with a thumping leg kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! McKenna crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Wolff - the referee stops the clock and McKenna gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Wolff. McKenna manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. A shot to the liver by Wolff. Beautiful body shot. A slapping leg kick lands for Wolff.
McKenna shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Wolff pinned against the cage. Wolff gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T3# McKenna tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Wolff throws a head kick that half lands.
Bartholomäus Wolff is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Wolff connects with a leg kick. McKenna looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. McKenna tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD# McKenna drives through with a takedown into Wolff's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. McKenna trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Wolff holds on and takes a little breather. Wolff has been the more effective fighter overall so far. McKenna trying to control but Wolff is working from the bottom. McKenna landing some decent shots from guard. #T4# McKenna slips nicely into half guard. Wolff is holding on to half guard well. Wolff works his way to full guard. Good work. Wolff not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McKenna looking to pass the guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Bartholomäus Wolff comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Wolff 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 Josh West scores the fight 28:29 Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 28:29 Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bartholomäus Wolff! Bartholomäus Wolff tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Event:
PSE 36
Date: Apr 20, 2019 |
#R1# A combination from Germano does no damage. McKenna wants to clinch. McKenna has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance. McKenna shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Germano pinned against the cage. Germano gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. A telegraphed right hand from Germano misses the target. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Germano throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD# and McKenna counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. McKenna advances position into side control! Germano gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T1# McKenna landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. McKenna scoring with strikes to the body and head. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. McKenna prevents Germano from improving his position.#SUB# McKenna is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
McKenna not landing any meaningful shots this time. Germano wants to improve his position but McKenna is controlling well.
McKenna is trying to control the action in half guard but Germano is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Germano trying to control from the bottom.
Germano gets full guard.#T2# McKenna engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. McKenna trying to control the position from guard on top but Germano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. McKenna trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Germano is looking to sweep but instead, McKenna has passed into half guard.
Germano is trying to maintain the position but McKenna is very close to passing his half guard. Germano tries to get to full guard but McKenna has control of the leg. McKenna is trying to control. Germano wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. McKenna moves nicely into side control. Germano can't do much from the bottom here. #T3# The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Germano is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on McKenna's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2# Germano looking for submissions off his back. Germano tries to get to full guard but McKenna has control of the leg. McKenna is pressing down on Germano's thigh, looking to free his foot. Germano is holding on for now. McKenna is trying to control the action in half guard but Germano is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. McKenna is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! McKenna takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4# Germano is looking to improve his position but McKenna isn't that keen on the idea. McKenna can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Germano is looking to escape. McKenna looking to finish Germano with some ground and pound. This is bad for Germano! McKenna tries to control but Germano wriggling away. McKenna lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning. McKenna trying to control but Germano is having none of it. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. McKenna lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Germano hang on? Germano tries to get back to half guard but can't. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert McKenna dominated that round. That's time! McKenna's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Germano misses with an uppercut. McKenna saw that one coming. Germano keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD# McKenna closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Germano's guard.#SUB2# Germano has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McKenna can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2# Germano escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. McKenna gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Germano thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #SUB2# Germano has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McKenna can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1# Germano keeping moving, preventing McKenna from controlling successfully. #SUB2# Germano is looking for a triangle here but McKenna uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Germano is looking to reverse the position. McKenna scoring with punches from side control. McKenna in side control, just content to control the action for now. Germano prevents McKenna from improving position. Germano manages to work his way to half guard, despite McKenna's best efforts.#T2# McKenna looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Germano holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. McKenna is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Germano can do to turn this around?#SUB2# Germano actively working from the bottom here. Germano moves into full guard.
McKenna's corner is telling him to maintain position. McKenna trying to control but Germano is working from the bottom. McKenna's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2# Germano looking for a guillotine here but McKenna defends easily.
McKenna is pushing down on Germano's leg trying to pass to half guard. Germano is fighting to maintain full guard but McKenna has managed to sneak the leg through.#T3# McKenna trying to control from Germano's half guard. Germano has other ideas though and has regained full guard. McKenna wants to control from the top but Germano keeps moving. #SUB2# Germano working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McKenna doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McKenna manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Germano keeping full guard, as McKenna tries to pass. McKenna wants to control from the top but Germano keeps moving. #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. McKenna trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2# Germano looking for subs off his back but McKenna has passed one foot through into half guard.
McKenna is looking to advance position but Germano won't allow it. Germano is trying to maintain the position but McKenna is very close to passing his half guard. Robert McKenna overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Germano is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of McKenna's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take McKenna's back! McKenna finds himself mounted whilst avoiding strikes. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert McKenna dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R3##TD# McKenna shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than McKenna was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Germano is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Germano gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Germano is wriggling around trying to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna tries to control but Germano wriggling away. Germano tries to hold on but McKenna postures up. McKenna tries to control but Germano wriggling away. #T1# Germano takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position. Germano is squirming around, avoiding McKenna's attempts to control the action. Germano has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of McKenna's lack of action.
McKenna is looking to take a break and control but Germano is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. McKenna will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Germano is looking for a sweep. McKenna is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Germano tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. McKenna trying to pass the guard but Germano defending well. Rui Rodrigo Germano has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# McKenna is nestled in close to Germano, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Germano won't allow McKenna to pass to mount. Germano is trying to control but can't.
McKenna trying to advance position but Germano counters by regaining guard. McKenna sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Germano's guard. #SUB2# Germano looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2# Germano actively working from the bottom here.#SUB# McKenna is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3# Germano manages to get to full guard.
McKenna trying to control but Germano is working from the bottom. McKenna is in close to Germano's body, working some short punches and elbows. McKenna stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Germano swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2# Germano working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McKenna doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McKenna manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. McKenna looking to pass the guard. #T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Germano looking to sweep here. No luck so far. McKenna stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Germano swivels though and keeps the full guard. McKenna is pushing down on Germano's leg trying to pass to half guard. Germano is fighting to maintain full guard but McKenna has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2# Germano looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. McKenna stalling. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! McKenna looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
And that's the end of the fight! Robert McKenna showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for McKenna, 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 Josh West scores the fight 30:27 Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 30:27 Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert McKenna! Jumping up and down and very excited, Robert McKenna waved his t-shirt featuring Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
PSE 28
Date: Mar 02, 2019 |
#R1# McKenna moves in looking to clinch but Cain pushes him off. Cain misses with the body kick and McKenna counters with a series of strikes. Cain will be more careful next time no doubt. McKenna moves out of range as Cain strikes. Cain lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CUT# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut.#CL2# McKenna has managed to clinch.
McKenna gets through Cain's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. McKenna avoiding damage.
#BC2# McKenna breaks from the clinch.
A lazy left from Cain finds it's target.#TD2# McKenna shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Cain napping and manages to drive through into side control! Cain wants to get back to his feet but McKenna is dominant here and he's now got Cain's back! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Cain covering up well under a series of strikes from McKenna. #SUB2# Cain is having to fend off submission attempts from McKenna, who is looking to sink in the choke. McKenna doesn't have the hooks in though and Cain manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard. #T1# McKenna is pulling down on Cain's head to control his posture. Cain prevents McKenna from getting back to his feet. Our spies down at at Big Bear Fight Factory inform us that McKenna has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off? McKenna is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first. Cain wanted to stand there but McKenna had control of the position. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Cain won't allow McKenna to get back to his feet. Cain is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Fisticuffs that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet. McKenna looking for a sweep. Not yet McKenna, not yet. Cain has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. McKenna wants to stand and escape but Cain is having none of it. McKenna wants to hit a switch here but Cain passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for McKenna there! McKenna squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
#T3# McKenna is desperately trying to improve his position but Cain has a good base and remains in mount. McKenna tries to lock up and control but Cain gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. McKenna regains half guard. Cain tries to stand but his arm is trapped. #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. McKenna is looking to escape.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. McKenna shoots in for a takedown but Cain shows good takedown defense. Cain thows a leg kick but McKenna checks it #TD2# and McKenna counters with a single leg into guard. Cain didn't expect that. McKenna stays in close to Cain's body and controls the position. McKenna trying to control the position from guard on top but Cain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Cain is adopting a defensive guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Robert McKenna will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# McKenna slips a jab from Cain. Cain slaps away a takedown attempt from McKenna, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL2# McKenna has Cain up against the cage in a clinch.
McKenna lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. McKenna has Cain pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Cain manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. McKenna digs a right hand into Cain's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Cain's gas tank. McKenna misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna misses with a body punch.
#BC2# McKenna breaks from the clinch.
Cain throws a hook but McKenna avoids it easily. Cain leaves McKenna with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. David Cain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna.#T1# McKenna defending well as Cain loads up on a big left hand. McKenna tries to clinch there but Cain circles away.
McKenna closes the distance looking to clinch enabling Cain to counter with a crisp jab. McKenna throws a head kick that misses. Cain jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
David Cain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Cain throws a head kick but McKenna moves out of range.
McKenna moves out of range as Cain strikes.#CL2# McKenna rushes Cain and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2# McKenna manages to break the clinch.
Cain throws a hook but McKenna blocks it. No luck with that takedown attempt from McKenna. #T2# McKenna blocks the body kick.
McKenna shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Cain as he avoids it easily. McKenna looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. McKenna tries to clinch up but Cain circles away and keeps his distance. It looked like Cain wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Cain throws a right hand that misses
#TD2# and McKenna decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Cain's guard. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! McKenna trying to control the position from guard on top but Cain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Cain avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SU2# McKenna stands up from guard. Let's bang! #CL2# McKenna gets a clinch. Cain blocking some punches.
#T3##BC2# McKenna breaks the clinch.
Cain misses with a few strikes there.
Cain lands a nice leg kick that just misses McKenna's sensitive parts. Cain throws a combination that misses #TD2# and McKenna counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. McKenna controlling the action here. McKenna wants to free his trapped foot but Cain is holding on for dear life with his legs. McKenna trying to control from half guard but Cain is working away. #SUB2# McKenna is working for a submission of some sort.
#T4# Cain won't allow McKenna to pass to mount. McKenna thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Cain's head. Well, if McKenna is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
McKenna works his way into full mount! McKenna tries to control but Cain wriggling away. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Robert McKenna will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna'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# McKenna clinches up with Cain and pushes him back against the cage. McKenna misses with a punch to the body.
McKenna misses with a punch to the body.
#BC2# McKenna breaks from the clinch.
McKenna fails with an attempt to clinch.
Cain throws a front kick aimed at McKenna's knee but McKenna avoids it well. Cain throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Cain swats away the attempt to clinch by McKenna. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cain bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McKenna's head backwards. The fight stays on the outside here - McKenna looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1# Cain throws a leg kick which misses McKenna's front leg but catches the back leg as McKenna tries to avoid it. Cain throws a chopping leg kick but McKenna manages to avoid taking any serious damage. McKenna lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. McKenna is looking to clinch but Cain is avoiding it.
Cain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL2# McKenna clinches up against the cage. Cain takes a shot to the head. McKenna misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McKenna lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Cain. McKenna has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Cain after a bit of a struggle. #BC2# McKenna breaks from the clinch.
David Cain is winning the standup battle so far. Cain misses with a leg kick. McKenna keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cain. It seemed like McKenna was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Robert McKenna is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2# McKenna tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Cain manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. McKenna shoots in for a takedown but Cain shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL2# McKenna fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cain, pushing him back against the cage. A quick uppercut on the inside from McKenna. McKenna tries to work over Cain's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. McKenna looking to stall.
#BC2# McKenna escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McKenna changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cain tries to avoid it but McKenna manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cain to the ground. Cain escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. David Cain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. Cain throws a hook to the side of McKenna's head but McKenna sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. This has been an exciting period of action! McKenna tries to clinch up but Cain circles away and keeps his distance. McKenna tries to clinch but Cain is having none of it. David Cain has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Cain thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3# McKenna dives in and grabs Cain's left leg, looking for a takedown. Cain pushes down on McKenna's head and hops out. McKenna tries to clinch but Cain is having none of it. Cain dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Cain rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD2# and McKenna counters with a single leg into guard. Cain didn't expect that. McKenna pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cain is keeping the position for now. Cain wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and McKenna manages to pass to side control. McKenna trying to control the action but Cain is working from the bottom. McKenna is looking to advance position but Cain won't allow it. #T4# Cain keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2# McKenna wants to work for an arm triangle but Cain is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
McKenna throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. McKenna seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. McKenna thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Robert McKenna is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Cain is not content to let McKenna control the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Robert McKenna. I've got McKenna 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 28:30 Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30 Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert McKenna! An out of breath and clearly excited Robert McKenna thanked Riner Clothing and Laundry (85%) for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
PSE 25
Date: Jan 26, 2019 |
#R1# McKenna fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Packer avoids it really well and circles away. Packer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McKenna.
Packer looks to land a body kick but McKenna moved away. Packer lands the left hand. We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that McKenna has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat. Packer lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McKenna at a distance.
Packer throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2# McKenna shoots in and bounces Packer off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Packer keeping full guard, as McKenna tries to pass. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Packer looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1# McKenna looking to pass the guard. McKenna has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Packer keeping moving, preventing McKenna from controlling successfully. McKenna slips nicely into half guard. McKenna keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. McKenna trying to mount his opponent but Packer defends it. Packer might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. McKenna seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Packer does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. McKenna thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. McKenna wants to free his trapped foot but Packer is holding on for dear life with his legs. Packer controlling the position for now.#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. McKenna stalling away here and it's allowed Packer to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. Packer keeping full guard, as McKenna tries to pass. McKenna throws a big elbow that misses. Packer 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# McKenna is looking to improve his position.
Packer throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing McKenna to regain full guard. McKenna has Packer pulled in close to control his posture. Packer is stalling in the full guard. #T3# Packer looking to sit in guard and control but McKenna gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# McKenna trying to control but Packer is working from the bottom. Packer avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. McKenna won't allow Packer to sweep him here. McKenna wants to control from the top but Packer keeps moving. McKenna passes Packer's right leg, so he's now in half guard. McKenna throwing shots but Packer is blocking nicely. #T4# Packer is trying is best to control the position here. McKenna looks to land a strike but Packer avoids it nicely and regains full guard. Packer looking for a sweep. Not yet Packer, not yet. Packer is trying to keep McKenna in close.
McKenna postures up in Packer's guard and throws a big left but Packer blocks it. McKenna is looking to advance position but Packer has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR# Packer unloads with some shots from mount but McKenna bucks and avoids them well.
Packer thowing shots but they're missing. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Packer misses with some ground and pound and McKenna recovers position to half guard. Packer lands strikes from half guard. 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 Todd Packer will probably get the nod. 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# Packer circles away from the clinch attempt.
It appears Packer was looking to counter with a kick there. Packer thows a leg kick but McKenna checks it #TD2# and McKenna counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. McKenna sitting in guard here, content to control. McKenna trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. McKenna advances position into side control! Sloppy strikes there by McKenna. McKenna throws a strike aimed at the side of Packer's head but Packer avoids it well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna is looking to take a break and control but Packer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. You can see the frustration on Packer's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. McKenna scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Packer to see if he's OK.#T1# An elbow from McKenna crashes against the mat.
McKenna scoring with punches and elbows. McKenna lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. Packer manages to get back to half guard. Packer is trying to control but can't.
McKenna content to control rather than advance. McKenna wants to pass to mount but Packer is defending the position. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T2# Packer is controlling McKenna's trapped leg to prevent McKenna from advancing to side control. McKenna wants to control but Packer is keeping him busy. McKenna is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. McKenna uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Packer.
McKenna sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. McKenna shoots in for a takedown but Packer shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Packer pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. McKenna tries to close the distance and clinch but Packer swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Packer stuffs the takedown. Nice shot by Packer. Packer cracks a nice hook into McKenna's ribs. Packer is looking to wear down McKenna with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. McKenna sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#T3# Packer fails to land with a series of punches.
McKenna is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. McKenna tries to bum rush Packer with a series of wild strikes but Packer uses good footwork to avoid the assault. McKenna misses with a takedown attempt - Packer sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Todd Packer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. Packer connects with a body shot that sends McKenna's belly button to the back. McKenna shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Packer but Packer pushes him off and we're back to square one. Packer quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. McKenna tries to clinch but Packer is having none of it. McKenna tries to clinch up but Packer circles away and keeps his distance. Robert McKenna seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Packer takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. McKenna tries a head kick but it misses.
Packer throwing a counter right hand but McKenna manages to avoid it. Packer throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from McKenna.#T4##TD2# McKenna shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Packer is trying to defend but McKenna finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES# Packer kicks McKenna off and gets back to his feet. Robert McKenna is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Packer scores with a head kick.
#CUT# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. McKenna wants to clinch but Packer slips to the side and Packer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. McKenna wants to clinch. McKenna tries to close the distance and clinch up but Packer swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL2# McKenna has Packer up against the cage in a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Todd Packer dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# McKenna on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nice takedown defense from Packer. No joy for McKenna on that attempt. Packer misses with a two punch combination.
Packer misses with a body kick. #CL2# McKenna gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC# Packer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. McKenna tries to clinch but Packer is having none of it. McKenna tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Packer paws at him with a jab and circles away.#TD2# McKenna manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Packer on his heels. He'll look to pass Packer's guard now, I'm sure. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Packer swivels though and keeps the full guard. McKenna scores with a decent looking elbow strike. McKenna is looking to work some ground and pound but Packer has wrist control.#T1# Packer looking to sweep here. No luck so far. McKenna advances to half guard. Packer is trying to defend against the ground and pound but McKenna scores with a couple of nice shots. Still in half guard, McKenna seems content to control. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Packer wants to get back to full guard but McKenna has passed into side control. McKenna tries to move to mount but Packer blocks the move with his legs. McKenna landing strikes. #T2# Packer is looking to regain half guard here but McKenna keeps moving and retains side control. McKenna lands a few punches from side control. Packer is trying to get back to half guard. McKenna misses with an attempted head punch from side control. McKenna wants to lay and pray for a moment but Packer keeps working. Packer prevents McKenna from improving position. McKenna taking a break here but Packer is having none of it and regains half guard. #T3# McKenna tries to pass the half guard into mount. Packer knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. McKenna works his way into full mount! Packer tries to reverse the position but McKenna maintains control. McKenna scoring with strikes but Packer is staying in there. McKenna unloading with bombs! McKenna postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Packer looks a forlorn figure.
Packer wants to control but McKenna is having none of it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4# McKenna landing strikes from the mount. Packer tries to get back to half guard but can't. McKenna working the ground and pound effectively.
McKenna lands a couple of good shots and Packer has given up his back, trying to escape the position! McKenna throwing sloppy strikes. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. McKenna scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Robert McKenna has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! McKenna lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
Todd Packer is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#ROC2# Packer is rocked! 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!#SUB2# Packer showing good submission defense here.
And that's the end of the fight! Robert McKenna comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Packer 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 Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 29:28 Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 29:28 Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Todd Packer!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 28, 2018 |
#R1# Grasman misses with an uppercut. Grasman tries a head kick but it misses.
Grasman throws a hook to the side of McKenna's head but McKenna sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. McKenna fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. McKenna slips under a jab from Grasman. McKenna avoids the body shot from Grasman.
#CL# McKenna clinches with his opponent.
McKenna tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Still in the clinch, McKenna scores with a nice short uppercut. McKenna has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Grasman after a bit of a struggle. McKenna blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McKenna blocks a body shot from Grasman. Grasman misses with a short punch on the inside. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna lands a hook that snaps the head of Grasman backwards. McKenna wants to take the fight to the mat but Grasman manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Grasman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Grasman fails to land. #TD# McKenna lands a takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! McKenna passes Grasman's right leg, so he's now in half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1# McKenna thows a huge punch but Grasman dodges it nicely.
Grasman is trying to stand.
McKenna tries to pass the half guard into mount. Grasman knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. McKenna seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Grasman really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McKenna. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. McKenna sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Grasman defending well though. McKenna not landing any meaningful shots this time. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. McKenna missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. McKenna wants to take a breather but Grasman is having none of it. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. McKenna lands a nice short elbow. Grasman blocking the ground and pound attempt from McKenna. #T2# The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Grasman is trying to stand up here but McKenna is controlling him well. McKenna takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Grasman has hold of McKenna's hands but McKenna slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. McKenna seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Grasman wants to get back to his feet. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
McKenna moves nicely into side control. McKenna working the ground and pound. McKenna wants to control but Grasman is keeping him busy. #T3# Grasman is looking for a sweep. Grasman parries the strikes from McKenna easily there. McKenna is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Grasman to escape.
McKenna is looking to take a break and control but Grasman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Grasman looks to move to half guard but instead McKenna has passed into mount! Damn! McKenna controlling from mount. McKenna in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Grasman is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. McKenna in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
#T4# McKenna fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
McKenna lands a big shot there that rocks Grasman but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
McKenna in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
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! McKenna with shots to the head and body - Grasman looks very uncomfortable down there. The referee warns Grasman that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
#ROC# Grasman is rocked! McKenna postures up and throws a massive shot that knocks Grasman out cold! Two more strikes to his unconscious opponent for good luck and this one is all over! McKenna goes absolutely crazy with his corner! Wow, you can see how much that win means to him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Robert McKenna! Jumping up and down and very excited, Robert McKenna waved his t-shirt featuring Riner Clothing and Laundry (85%)'s logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
TGC 77
Date: Oct 20, 2018 |
#R1# McKenna throws a head kick but Talanoa moves out of range.
Talanoa changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Talanoa misses with an attempted mid kick.
#CL2# Talanoa gets tackled into the cage by McKenna. McKenna maintains the clinch. Talanoa goes for a takedown attempt but McKenna pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2# McKenna closes the distance and clinches. McKenna prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD2# McKenna is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Talanoa can't fight it off and eventually McKenna manages to take the fight to the floor. Talanoa looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. McKenna working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna stops Talanoa from standing up. McKenna controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. McKenna content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T1# Talanoa trying to control the position.
#SUB# Talanoa is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McKenna defends well. McKenna chips away with some ground and pound. McKenna is looking to work some ground and pound but Talanoa has wrist control. Talanoa seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission. McKenna must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB# Talanoa is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. McKenna is aware though and is defending well. McKenna postures up and lands a big shot to Talanoa's brow. McKenna throwing strikes from guard but Talanoa blocks nicely. McKenna lands a couple of elbows. Talanoa keeping moving, preventing McKenna from controlling successfully. McKenna looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2# McKenna throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Talanoa keeping full guard, as McKenna tries to pass. McKenna loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. McKenna trying to control the position from guard on top but Talanoa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB# Talanoa working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McKenna doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McKenna manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. McKenna distracts Talanoa with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB# Talanoa is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Talanoa being controlled here, momentarily. #T3##SUB# McKenna got a little sloppy there for a moment and Talanoa has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McKenna has managed to get both his arms back between Talanoa's legs - danger averted.#SUB# Talanoa is looking for a triangle but McKenna pushes his legs off easily.
McKenna keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Talanoa's head.#SUB# Talanoa looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. McKenna loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. McKenna wants to control from the top but Talanoa keeps moving. McKenna postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB# Talanoa looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4# McKenna is working Talanoa over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. McKenna wants to control from the top but Talanoa keeps moving. Talanoa not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McKenna sitting in guard here, content to control. McKenna missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. McKenna is pushing down on Talanoa's leg trying to pass to half guard. Talanoa is fighting to maintain full guard but McKenna has managed to sneak the leg through. McKenna working the head and body with strikes. Talanoa is trying to get back to full guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! McKenna is looking to take a break and control but Talanoa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB# Talanoa actively working from the bottom here. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert McKenna 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# McKenna drives through with a takedown into guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Talanoa preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. McKenna trying to control but Talanoa is working from the bottom. #SUB# McKenna got a little sloppy there for a moment and Talanoa has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McKenna has managed to get both his arms back between Talanoa's legs - danger averted. McKenna scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB# Talanoa is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
McKenna is looking to work some ground and pound but Talanoa has wrist control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna passes Talanoa's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Nice strikes from McKenna there. McKenna is stalling here. Talanoa is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! McKenna seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Talanoa has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #SU# Talanoa has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #T1# Talanoa looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? McKenna is fending him off so far but Talanoa persists. Nope, McKenna circles away and we're back to standing. McKenna tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL2# McKenna has closed the distance and engaged Talanoa in a clinch.
McKenna misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Talanoa.
#TD2# McKenna works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. McKenna pushing down on Talanoa's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. McKenna thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. McKenna trying to control from Talanoa's half guard. Talanoa has other ideas though and has regained full guard. Talanoa keeping moving, preventing McKenna from controlling successfully. #SUB# McKenna got a little sloppy there for a moment and Talanoa has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McKenna has managed to get both his arms back between Talanoa's legs - danger averted. Talanoa is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2##SUB# Talanoa looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
McKenna trying to control but Talanoa is working from the bottom. #SUB# Talanoa is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. McKenna is aware though and is defending well. McKenna looking to sit in guard and control but Talanoa gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB# Talanoa drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and McKenna dives on top into guard.#REVB# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hammerfist, elbow! yells McKenna's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB# Talanoa working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McKenna doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McKenna manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. McKenna has been the more effective fighter overall so far. McKenna is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T3# McKenna slips nicely into half guard. Talanoa is trying to control but can't.
McKenna is pressing down on Talanoa's thigh, looking to free his foot. Talanoa is holding on for now. Talanoa wants to get back to full guard. McKenna takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Talanoa regains full guard. Nicely done. Robert McKenna has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB# Talanoa is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
McKenna passes Talanoa's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Talanoa is staying active underneath McKenna, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Talanoa on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T4##SUB# Talanoa looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB# Talanoa looking for submissions from an awkward position here. McKenna is pressing down on Talanoa's thigh, looking to free his foot. Talanoa is holding on for now. McKenna with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. McKenna wants to lay and pray for a moment but Talanoa keeps working. McKenna scoring with strikes to the body and head. Talanoa trying to control but McKenna postures up.
Talanoa is trying to get back to full guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert McKenna 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! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3##CL2# McKenna fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Talanoa, pushing him back against the cage. Talanoa wants a takedown.
#BC2# McKenna breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD2# McKenna shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Talanoa is trying to control but can't.
McKenna is looking to take a break and control but Talanoa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB# Talanoa actively working from the bottom here. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Talanoa is trying to defend against the ground and pound but McKenna scores with a couple of nice shots.#T1# Talanoa tries to roll over but McKenna keeps him under control. McKenna is looking to take a break and control but Talanoa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB# Talanoa is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKenna pulls his head out easily. Talanoa is not content to let McKenna control the position. Talanoa is looking for a sweep. McKenna is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. McKenna is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB# Talanoa is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! McKenna is tapping! Great win for Talanoa!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Paea Talanoa! An out of breath Paea Talanoa thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
TGC 72 Hepple v Kleinschmidt 2
Date: Sep 01, 2018 |
#R1# Pearson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Pearson misses the target.#CL2# McKenna forces Pearson back against the cage and clinches. McKenna avoiding damage as Pearson throws knees to the body.
Pearson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Pearson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McKenna controlling the action here for a moment.
Pearson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Pearson. #CUT# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. Pearson has a couple of punches blocked by McKenna.
Pearson keeps control of McKenna as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. McKenna tries to land knees in the clinch but Pearson avoids the damage to the body. Pearson has a couple of punches blocked by McKenna.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
I was talking to Pearson's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. McKenna trying to control the position but instead, Pearson has worked for underhooks and has pushed McKenna into the cage. McKenna tries to break the clinch but Pearson is controlling the position. McKenna blocking some punches.
Pearson lands with a left to the head. Pearson is trying to stall.
#T1# McKenna blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC2# McKenna manages to break the clinch.
McKenna fails with the takedown and McKenna takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. McKenna fails in his attempt to clinch. McKenna shoots in but Pearson avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD2# McKenna shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Pearson's 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. McKenna throwing strikes from guard but Pearson blocks nicely. McKenna works a leg free and moves into half guard. McKenna wants to free his trapped foot but Pearson is holding on for dear life with his legs. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2# McKenna trying to control from half guard but Pearson is working away. McKenna trying to control the pace. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Pearson is trying to stand back up but McKenna is controlling him
McKenna seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Pearson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Pearson trying to hold on to McKenna's head to control him but McKenna postures up.
McKenna is trying to control. Pearson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. McKenna thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3# Pearson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from McKenna. Pearson is not content to let McKenna control the position. The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup. McKenna might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Pearson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Pearson misses with a hook. McKenna ducked under it nicely. As Pearson backs off McKenna throws a huge counter combo but Pearson manages to avoid it all. McKenna tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Pearson defends well and McKenna ends up having to push Pearson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. McKenna has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Norman Pearson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. McKenna keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL2# McKenna moves into range and clinches up with Pearson. McKenna doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Pearson. McKenna tries to break free but Pearson pushes him back against the cage. McKenna lands on the inside with an uppercut. McKenna tries for a takedown but Pearson manages to get underhooks.
McKenna wants to break free but Pearson has control.
#BC2# McKenna breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T4# McKenna ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Pearson swats away the attempt to clinch by McKenna. McKenna tries to clinch there but Pearson circles away.
Pearson takes a swing at McKenna's ribcage but misses. McKenna is looking to clinch but Pearson is avoiding it.
McKenna ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. McKenna keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McKenna wants to clinch. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. McKenna tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Pearson paws at him with a jab and circles away. McKenna tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Pearson paws at him with a jab and circles away. Pearson is looking to counter punch. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Norman Pearson dominated that round. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2##CL2# McKenna rushes Pearson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. McKenna scores with a shot to the side of Pearson's head. Pearson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Pearson.
A nice left hand lands by Pearson.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Pearson lands a body punch. Pearson makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Pearson misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from McKenna. Pearson lands a hook to the side of the head. McKenna tries to land knees in the clinch but Pearson avoids the damage to the body. McKenna goes for a takedown in the clinch but Pearson prevents it.
McKenna is breathing heavily. Pearson misses with some punches.
McKenna is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Pearson pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC2# McKenna's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Pearson throws out a loose jab but McKenna uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1# McKenna tries to close the distance and clinch up but Pearson swats him away and circles back towards the center. It looked like Pearson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Pearson misses with a hook. Pearson is really struggling to find his range with his punches. McKenna's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems. Pearson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McKenna manages to avoid it. Pearson throws a big shot that misses. McKenna takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Norman Pearson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Pearson scores with a body shot.
Norman Pearson is winning the standup battle so far. Pearson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. The fight stays on the outside here - McKenna looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Pearson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of McKenna's head.#CUT# That has opened up Robert McKenna's cut even more. McKenna shoots in looking for a takedown but Pearson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McKenna's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Norman Pearson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. McKenna tries for a takedown but Pearson circles away easily and Pearson counters with a big right hand! Oh McKenna is in trouble here! Pearson follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Norman Pearson! A victorious Norman Pearson thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
TGC Crucible 23
Date: Jun 27, 2018 |
#R1# Trowning lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Trowning has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Trowning throws a body shot but no joy. Jab, jab by Trowning - just one landing. Trowning throws a shot from downtown. McKenna moves away and avoids it.#CL# McKenna clinches up against the cage.#TD# McKenna has hold of one of Trowning's legs. Trowning is fighting the takedown attempt but McKenna gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Trowning trying to keep a closed guard but McKenna is proving a slippery customer.
Trowning is pulling down on McKenna's head. It's preventing any offense from McKenna, at least for the moment. Trowning looking to sweep here. No luck so far. McKenna looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Trowning seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. McKenna advances to half guard. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! McKenna is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T1# McKenna thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Trowning's head. McKenna passes to full mount! McKenna tries to control but Trowning wriggling away. McKenna lands with some strikes. McKenna in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Trowning wants to hold on but McKenna pushes him away. McKenna with the ground and pound from mount. Trowning is in a horrible position here. McKenna smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
McKenna landing strikes from the mount. Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Trowning is wriggling around trying to escape.
Trowning is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. McKenna controlling his opponent. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. McKenna prevents Trowning from getting the reversal. Trowning holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as McKenna tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
McKenna lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#T2# Trowning working to try and regain half guard.
McKenna controlling from the full mount. Trowning working to try and regain half guard.
McKenna postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Trowning looks a forlorn figure.
Trowning wants to control but McKenna is having none of it. McKenna controlling from the full mount. McKenna is in the full mount, landing strikes. McKenna 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. McKenna with the ground and pound from mount. Trowning is bucking up trying to escape but McKenna cracks him with another couple of good strikes. The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, McKenna cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
#ROC# Trowning is rocked! Trowning is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. McKenna scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Trowning?
Trowning is still in real trouble! Can McKenna finish him?#T3# Trowning keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Trowning seems to have recovered his senses. The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, McKenna cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Trowning wants to control but McKenna is having none of it. McKenna wants to control the pace but Trowning is squirming around nicely. McKenna is really struggling to control Trowning but he's trying to hold on to the position. McKenna avoids the attempt from Trowning to control. McKenna controlling from the full mount. McKenna avoids the attempt from Trowning to control. McKenna fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
McKenna trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4# Trowning is trying to escape the mount.
The referee warns Trowning that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Trowning wants to control but McKenna is having none of it. McKenna can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Trowning is looking to escape. McKenna raining down shots from the mount! McKenna prevents Trowning from getting the reversal. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. McKenna raining down hammerfists from mount. McKenna fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Trowning wants to hold on but McKenna pushes him away. McKenna trying to control but Trowning is having none of it. Trowning is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert McKenna dominated that round. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Horrible takedown attempt by McKenna or perhaps it was just good defense by Trowning, which made it look bad. Trowning swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. McKenna is looking to clinch but Trowning is avoiding it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Trowning. McKenna does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL# McKenna moves into the clinch successfully.
Trowning lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. With the fighters clinched against the cage, McKenna creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. McKenna tries to throw a body punch but Trowning avoids it by throwing McKenna back against the cage. McKenna tries a body shot but Trowning blocks it.
McKenna misses with a hook from the clinch. Trowning tries to throw a body punch but McKenna avoids it by throwing Trowning back against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Trowning working aggressively here.
Trowning swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trowning misses with a hook from the clinch. McKenna is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Trowning is defending well. McKenna is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Trowning is defending well. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# McKenna has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Trowning is trying to keep an underhook but McKenna manages to get the takedown into half guard. Trowning is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1# McKenna trying to pass the guard but Trowning defending well. Trowning trying to control here.
Robert McKenna overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. McKenna trying to control the pace. Trowning trying to control here.
McKenna trying to pass the guard but Trowning defending well. McKenna wants to control but Trowning is keeping him busy. Trowning is controlling McKenna's trapped leg to prevent McKenna from advancing to side control. Trowning is trying to control but can't.
Trowning wants to improve his position but McKenna is controlling well.
McKenna is pressing down on Trowning's thigh, looking to free his foot. Trowning is holding on for now. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. The fighters are battling for position here. Trowning manages to regain full guard. Nice work. McKenna wants to control from the top but Trowning keeps moving. Trowning not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McKenna trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. McKenna might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Trowning keeping full guard, as McKenna tries to pass. Trowning trying to keep a closed guard but McKenna is proving a slippery customer.
McKenna wants to control from the top but Trowning keeps moving. McKenna looking to pass the guard. McKenna trying to control but Trowning is working from the bottom. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Trowning bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in McKenna's guard. #REVB# Trowning wants to control from the top but McKenna keeps moving. McKenna is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T3# McKenna has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Trowning is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Trowning wants to control from the top but McKenna keeps moving. Trowning must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Trowning showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. McKenna looking for a sweep. Not yet McKenna, not yet. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. McKenna tries to clinch but Trowning moves out of range. Henry Trowning is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Trowning throws a hook but McKenna blocks it. McKenna tries to clinch but Trowning moves away and McKenna takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Robert McKenna seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Trowning throws a big shot that misses. McKenna tries to score a power double leg takedown but Trowning sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten McKenna somewhat. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! McKenna moves to clinch but Trowning breaks away and Trowning counters with a straight punch to the midsection. McKenna tries to clinch up. Trowning doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Henry Trowning will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R3# McKenna slips a jab from Trowning. McKenna shoots and misses and Trowning makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. A shot to the liver by Trowning. Beautiful body shot. McKenna uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Trowning.
McKenna slips a jab from Trowning.#CL# McKenna has taken the fight to the clinch.
Trowning prevents a body shot from McKenna. McKenna is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Trowning can do to turn this around? A right hook to the body lands for Trowning.
McKenna wants to stall.
Trowning can't find room to land a body shot as McKenna controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Trowning fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2# Trowning closes the distance and pushes McKenna back into the cage.#T1# Both guys are working to get underhooks. Trowning stops a takedown attempt from McKenna.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. Trowning misses with a hook from the clinch. Trowning tries a body shot but McKenna blocks it.
Trowning lands an uppercut. McKenna blocks an uppercut.
McKenna goes for a takedown in the clinch but Trowning prevents it.
McKenna is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Trowning pulls him back up using the underhooks. Trowning lands with a left to the head. Trowning swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McKenna swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trowning misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McKenna is looking to take this one to the mat. McKenna wants a takedown but no success here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. McKenna drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#BC# McKenna breaks the clinch.
McKenna gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Trowning counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T2# McKenna is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL# McKenna rushes Trowning and presses him up against the cage. A hook to the body from Trowning.
A head punch on the inside from Trowning fails to land. Trowning stops a takedown attempt from McKenna.
Trowning has a couple of punches blocked by McKenna.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McKenna. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A right hand to the body from Trowning.
Trowning lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of McKenna backwards. Trowning throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McKennas head. Trowning misses with a hook from the clinch. Trowning working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Trowning lands a nice shot to the body. #T3# Still in the clinch, Trowning scores with a nice short uppercut. McKenna changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Trowning fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Trowning scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Trowning digs a good body shot into McKenna's ribs. McKenna takes a shot right to the bread basket. Trowning lands a body shot.
Trowning lands a nice hook to McKenna's body. McKenna takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. McKenna closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CUT2# Robert McKenna's cut is getting worse. Trowning throws an overhand right that lands on McKenna's shoulder, as McKenna tries to avoid the shot. Trowning lands a jab. Henry Trowning seems to be getting the better of the standup. Trowning looks to score with a jab to the body but McKenna is just out of range.#T4# Trowning bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of McKenna's head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! McKenna tries to clinch but Trowning is having none of it. Robert McKenna is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Trowning closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops McKenna! Trowning dives in looking to finish! McKenna is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:16 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Henry Trowning! After winning the bout, Henry Trowning thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
TGC Crucible 21
Date: Jun 13, 2018 |
#R1# Sylvia cracks McKenna with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CUT2# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. Sylvia takes a swing at McKenna's ribcage but misses. McKenna fails with a takedown attempt. It seemed like Sylvia was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Sylvia comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Nice jab there from Sylvia. Sylvia looks to land a right hand but McKenna moved out of range. Sylvia throws a right and a left that McKenna avoids nicely. McKenna shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Sylvia counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sylvia lands with a kick to the temple. McKenna shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" McKenna ducks under a wild hook from Sylvia. A big left from Sylvia misses. We've been hearing reports that McKenna has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Sylvia swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1##CL# McKenna clinches up against the cage.#TD# McKenna has hold of one of Sylvia's legs. Sylvia is fighting the takedown attempt but McKenna gets the trip and lands 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. McKenna is looking to advance position but Sylvia has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB# The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. McKenna is squirming around, avoiding Sylvia's attempts to control the action. Sylvia takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. McKenna can't escape the position.
Sylvia controlling the position easily from mount. Sylvia's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2# Sylvia tries to control but McKenna wriggling away. #T3# Sylvia takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. McKenna working to try and regain half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Sylvia controlling from the full mount. Sylvia is continuing to stall. Sylvia looking to control but McKenna is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. McKenna is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
McKenna regains half guard. McKenna wants to get back to his feet.
McKenna tries to roll over but Sylvia keeps him under control. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Sylvia wants to stand up but McKenna is controlling the position.
#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Sylvia lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McKenna circles away quickly and effectively. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Slim Sylvia dominated that round. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# McKenna takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. McKenna shoots and misses and Sylvia counters with a nice uppercut. #CL# McKenna clinches up against the cage. McKenna misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC2# Sylvia manages to break the clinch.
Sylvia swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McKenna.#CUT2# Robert McKenna's cut is getting worse. McKenna shoots in but Sylvia avoids the takedown attempt easily. Sylvia darts in and out, connecting with a jab. McKenna shoots in for a double leg but Sylvia sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. It seemed like Sylvia was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD2# Sylvia lands a big right hand that sends McKenna crashing to the mat! Sylvia stays standing though and waves McKenna back to his feet! Slim Sylvia seems to be getting the better of the standup. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McKenna shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #KD2# and Sylvia counters with a nice right hand that sends McKenna toppling to the canvas! McKenna scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Sylvia finish him?!#ROC2# McKenna is rocked!#CUT2# Robert McKenna's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Sylvia lands a brutal uppercut that launches McKenna off his feet! McKenna tumbles to the floor, barely conscious - the referee jumps in to save him from a beating! Wow, what an ending!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Slim Sylvia! An out of breath and clearly excited Slim Sylvia thanked Freebok (85% Laundry) for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
TGC 56: Mikhasevich vs Gagnon
Date: May 19, 2018 |
#R1# McKenna fails with a takedown attempt. Giannopoulos slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CUT# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. Giannopoulos lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
#CL2# McKenna closes the distance and clinches. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Giannopoulos's elbow. #BC2# McKenna escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McKenna wants to clinch. Giannopoulos throwing a counter right hand but McKenna manages to avoid it.#T1# McKenna on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #CL2# McKenna gets in close and instigates a clinch. Giannopoulos misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McKenna's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Giannopoulos misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McKenna is leaning against Giannopoulos and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC2# McKenna's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. McKenna fails with a takedown attempt.#T2# McKenna fails with the takedown. Nikos Giannopoulos has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. McKenna tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. McKenna looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. McKenna tries to clinch but Giannopoulos is having none of it. McKenna tries to close the distance and clinch up but Giannopoulos swats him away and circles back towards the center. McKenna fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Giannopoulos jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#T3# McKenna tries to clinch but Giannopoulos moves out of range. Giannopoulos scoring well with a low kick there.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from McKenna is defended easily by Giannopoulos.#TD2# McKenna shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than McKenna was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#T4# Giannopoulos prevents McKenna from moving into mount. McKenna grinds an elbow into Giannopoulos's temple. Giannopoulos tries to buck McKenna off but McKenna is having none of it. Giannopoulos is not content to let McKenna control the position. Giannopoulos wants to control but McKenna postures up. Giannopoulos is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Top Dawg, so we'll see if he gets out of it. Giannopoulos tries to bench press McKenna off him but McKenna keeps the position. McKenna throws a strike aimed at the side of Giannopoulos's head but Giannopoulos avoids it well. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Giannopoulos is trying to get back to half guard. McKenna misses with an attempted head punch from side control. You can see the frustration on Giannopoulos's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. 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 Nikos Giannopoulos will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2# McKenna tries to score a power double leg takedown but Giannopoulos sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten McKenna somewhat. McKenna tries for a takedown but Giannopoulos circles away easily and Giannopoulos counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. McKenna shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Giannopoulos as he jumps to the side. Giannopoulos looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. Nikos Giannopoulos has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna tries for a takedown but Giannopoulos circles away easily and Giannopoulos counters with a left and a right that stings McKenna. #T1##TD2# McKenna closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Giannopoulos to the mat! Giannopoulos manages to get full guard. Giannopoulos being controlled here, momentarily. Giannopoulos 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. Giannopoulos is trying to control the position but McKenna postures up. Giannopoulos looking to hit a scissor sweep but McKenna is one step ahead there. Giannopoulos pulls McKenna in close to his closed guard and prevents McKenna from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2# Giannopoulos controls McKenna momentarily but McKenna frees himself. McKenna working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Giannopoulos's head. McKenna trying to control but Giannopoulos is working from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. McKenna trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Giannopoulos pulls McKenna in close to prevent any damage. McKenna is looking to advance position but Giannopoulos has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR# McKenna tries to hold on but Giannopoulos postures up.#T3# McKenna tries to reverse the position but Giannopoulos maintains control. McKenna trying desperately to get to his feet.
#SUB# McKenna tries to control Giannopoulos's head but Giannopoulos pushes him back down and moves quickly to lock up an arm here - he's swung around for an armbar! Will he get it??? Yes! McKenna is tapping out! Lovely Jiu Jitsu there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (armbar). Nikos Giannopoulos! Nikos Giannopoulos decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
TGC Crucible 14
Date: Apr 25, 2018 |
#R1# McKenna darts in looking for a takedown but Eduardo gets double underhooks and turns McKenna into the cage. McKenna with a lazy takedown attempt and Eduardo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Eduardo throws out a token jab with nothing on it. McKenna drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Eduardo defends it well. Eduardo pushing out the jab but it's not landing. McKenna slips a jab from Eduardo. McKenna shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Eduardo cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. Fernando Eduardo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. Eduardo displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from McKenna. Eduardo blocks a head kick by McKenna.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna dives in and grabs Eduardo's left leg, looking for a takedown. Eduardo pushes down on McKenna's head and hops out.#TD2# McKenna closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Eduardo did well to prevent McKenna getting side control. Eduardo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McKenna is working away from the top position though. Eduardo wants to improve his position but McKenna is controlling well.
#T1# Eduardo trying to control but McKenna postures up.
McKenna seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Eduardo does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Eduardo has his hands clasped together around McKenna's back. He's all about the action. McKenna passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Eduardo! The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. McKenna lands a nice shot to the head. #T2# McKenna content just to control the position here. McKenna scores with a couple of good head shots there.
McKenna looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
McKenna looking to control and managing it successfully. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. McKenna can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Eduardo is looking to escape. McKenna controlling his opponent. #T3# McKenna lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
McKenna throws some wild stikes that Eduardo manages to avoid easily.
Eduardo tries to lock up and control but McKenna gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. Eduardo can't escape the position.
McKenna tries to control but Eduardo wriggling away. Eduardo in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. McKenna controlling his opponent. McKenna postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Eduardo bigstyle! Two more strikes land for McKenna and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert McKenna! Robert McKenna made sure to mention his sponsor, Riner Clothing in his post fight interview.
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Event:
CEFC 278
Date: Mar 03, 2018 |
#R1# Bitch! throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. McKenna drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bitch! sprawls and moves away. McKenna uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bitch!. Bitch! misses with a looping left. McKenna tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. McKenna takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Bitch! misses with a left hand and McKenna finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body. Bitch! goes for a high kick. It partially lands. McKenna shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. McKenna shoots in for a double leg but Bitch! sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. McKenna fails with the takedown. Bitch! looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna moves out of range as Bitch! strikes. Bitch! takes a swing at McKenna's ribcage but misses. McKenna shoots in and drives through. Bitch! sprawls well. Bitch! throws a poor cross that misses
#TD# and McKenna counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by McKenna. #T1# Bitch! is trying to control the position from the bottom.
McKenna in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. McKenna throwing strikes from guard but Bitch! blocks nicely. McKenna looking to control the position here, rather than advance. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bitch! can do anything to dispel that myth. McKenna throwing strikes from guard but Bitch! blocks nicely. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Bitch! preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Bitch! working a defensive guard here.
McKenna throwing strikes from guard but Bitch! blocks nicely. McKenna cracks Bitch! with a solid left hand. McKenna throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bitch! works some decent striking defense from the bottom. McKenna throws a big elbow that misses. McKenna slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3# McKenna lands a couple of decent looking shots. McKenna landing with the ground and pound. Bitch! 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. McKenna working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. McKenna throws a big elbow that misses. McKenna wants to control from the top but Bitch! keeps moving. McKenna postures up and lands a big shot to Bitch!'s brow. #T4# Bitch! avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. McKenna content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. McKenna lands a couple of digs.#ROC# Bitch! is rocked! Bitch! avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Bitch! is still in real trouble! Can McKenna finish him? Bitch! looks winded! McKenna landing some decent shots from guard. McKenna passes Bitch!'s left leg - he's now in half guard. McKenna unloads with some huge strikes here! Bitch! is out! McKenna wins by brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Robert McKenna! A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Robert McKenna made sure he mentioned XFighter Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Event:
CEFC 275
Date: Feb 03, 2018 |
#R1# Pitakaka moves out of range as McKenna throws a body kick.
McKenna doesn't manage to clinch there - Pitakaka circles away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Pitakaka throws a head kick but McKenna moves out of range.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Pitakaka, right into the meat.
McKenna looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by McKenna. 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. McKenna misses with an attempted head punch from side control. Pitakaka is trying to control McKenna's posture but McKenna avoids it. McKenna trying to control the action but Pitakaka is working from the bottom. You can see the frustration on Pitakaka's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pitakaka keeps working. McKenna lands some shots froms side control.#T1# Pitakaka tries to improve position but can't. Pitakaka is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, McKenna asserts his dominance and retains side control. Pitakaka is looking to reverse the position. Pitakaka takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Pitakaka is trying to control McKenna's posture but McKenna avoids it. Pitakaka wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done! Pitakaka avoids any damage from the ground and pound of McKenna. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2# McKenna landing a few strikes. McKenna scoring with punches and elbows. Pitakaka is not content to let McKenna control the position. Pitakaka is trying to get back to half guard. Pitakaka holds on to McKenna's head and controls the position momentarily. #ES2# Pitakaka throws McKenna to one side and escapes! Pitakaka lands with a kick to the temple. McKenna shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT2# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut.#TD# McKenna dives in and scores a takedown into Pitakaka's guard. McKenna has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McKenna looking to pass the guard. Pitakaka is trying to control the position but McKenna postures up. #T3# McKenna is working Pitakaka over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Pitakaka wants to stand up but McKenna is controlling him. McKenna throws a strike but Pitakaka rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# McKenna wants to get back to his feet but Pitakaka is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T4# Pitakaka wants to stand but McKenna is controlling his posture from full guard. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. We've been informed that Pitakaka has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Pitakaka throws a sloppy head kick and McKenna moves out of range easily. McKenna blocks a head kick by Pitakaka.
That kick from Pitakaka tenderised McKenna's leg. McKenna is trying to keep his angry face on. Pitakaka throws a head kick but McKenna moves out of range.
McKenna throws a nice looking combination but Pitakaka bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. No luck with that takedown attempt from McKenna. Pitakaka misses with a head kick.
Pitakaka looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. A slapping body kick lands there for Pitakaka. Elijah Pitakaka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. McKenna doesn't succeed with the takedown and Pitakaka counters with a nice body kick. McKenna blocks a head kick by Pitakaka.
Pitakaka throws a low kick but it's checked well by McKenna. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Elijah Pitakaka dominated that round. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Pitakaka misses with a body kick. As Pitakaka looks to move away, McKenna throws a big counter combo but Pitakaka just gets out of the way. Pitakaka throws a head kick but McKenna moves out of range.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from McKenna. A thudding body kick lands there by Pitakaka!
McKenna misses with a few strikes there.
Pitakaka looks for the body kick but McKenna saw that one coming. Pitakaka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Pitakaka lands a high kick!
Elijah Pitakaka seems to be getting the better of the standup. Pitakaka scores with a leg kick.
Pitakaka misses with a head kick.
McKenna thows a body kick. Pitakaka tries to catch it but that hurt him. McKenna tries to clinch up. McKenna tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Pitakaka swivels and escapes. Pitakaka looks to land a body kick but McKenna moved away. A head kick from Pitakaka lands but McKenna takes it in his stride. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! The fight stays on the outside here - McKenna looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1# McKenna blocks a head kick by Pitakaka.
Pitakaka lands with a kick to the temple. McKenna shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" Jab from McKenna.#CUT# It looks like Elijah Pitakaka has been cut. McKenna blocks a head kick by Pitakaka.
McKenna shoots and misses and Pitakaka counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. McKenna is lucky that one didn't land flush. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. Pitakaka turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Pitakaka tries a head kick but it misses.
McKenna shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Pitakaka defends it nicely. McKenna fails with a takedown attempt. Pitakaka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McKenna is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Pitakaka misses with a body kick. McKenna moves out of range of the body kick. Pitakaka throws a head kick but McKenna moves out of range.
#T2# McKenna fails to land with a series of punches.
Pitakaka replies with a solid counter kick to the body but McKenna blocks it well. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD# McKenna closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Pitakaka is trying to control but can't.
Pitakaka on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Pitakaka has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Pitakaka taking some punishment here, with McKenna in his half guard. McKenna is just content to waste time from the top position. Pitakaka takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. McKenna throws a big elbow that misses. Pitakaka is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Pitakaka preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Pitakaka preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Pitakaka wants to stand up but McKenna is controlling him. #T3# Pitakaka trying to keep a closed guard but McKenna is proving a slippery customer.
Pitakaka wants to stand and escape but McKenna is having none of it. McKenna throwing strikes from guard but Pitakaka blocks nicely. Hammerfist, elbow! yells McKenna's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #ES2# Pitakaka pushes McKenna off and gets back to his feet.
McKenna is trying hard to land a takedown here. Pitakaka sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. McKenna shoots in but Pitakaka avoids the takedown attempt easily. McKenna shoots in looking for a takedown. Pitakaka tries to sprawl out of it but McKenna keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Pitakaka manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T4# McKenna looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Pitakaka throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by McKenna. McKenna blocks a head kick by Pitakaka.
Pitakaka throws a body kick that misses. McKenna changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. McKenna shoots in looking for a takedown but Pitakaka manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McKenna's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Pitakaka scores with a head kick. McKenna tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Pitakaka throws a head kick that misses. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. McKenna shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Pitakaka sprawls well. Pitakaka wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McKenna gets slowly back to his feet. Pitakaka looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Pitakaka connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Pitakaka feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to McKenna's calf. McKenna tries for a takedown but Pitakaka sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Elijah Pitakaka showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Pitakaka misses with a kick to the body.
Pitakaka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. McKenna moves out of range of the leg kick from Pitakaka. McKenna checks the leg kick nicely there.
McKenna avoids the head kick by Pitakaka.
McKenna misses with a takedown and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#CL# McKenna gets in close and instigates a clinch. Pitakaka leaning his opponent against the cage.#TD# McKenna has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Pitakaka clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! McKenna missing with punches from the back. Pitakaka wants to get back to his feet. #T1# Pitakaka covering up well under a barage of strikes. McKenna struggling to keep hold of the position.
McKenna misses with punches from the back. McKenna somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back. #ES2# Pitakaka is trying to shake McKenna off. He's managed it and has hopped back to his feet! McKenna won't be happy about giving up the dominant position. Pitakaka tries to work over McKenna's front leg with a kick but McKenna checks it. McKenna throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Pitakaka. Pitakaka tries a head kick but it misses.
Pitakaka chopping away at his opponent's legs.
McKenna closes this distance looking for a takedown but Pitakaka circles away. Pitakaka throws a head kick that misses. McKenna feinted with a counter takedown. Horrible takedown attempt by McKenna or perhaps it was just good defense by Pitakaka, which made it look bad. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2# McKenna tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pitakaka manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. McKenna avoids the head kick by Pitakaka.
#TD# McKenna throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Pitakaka was covering up waiting for the punch and McKenna finishes the takedown easily into guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#ES2# Pitakaka kicks McKenna off and gets to his feet. Pitakaka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McKenna is looking to clinch but Pitakaka is avoiding it.
Pitakaka throws a front kick that sends McKenna stumbling back into the cage. McKenna on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Pitakaka. Pitakaka obviously looking to wear him down.
Pitakaka lands a head kick. McKenna smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Pitakaka lands with a slapping head kick. McKenna blocks a head kick by Pitakaka.
McKenna blocks a head kick by Pitakaka.
A head kick misses from Pitakaka. #T3# McKenna fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Pitakaka tries to land a leg kick but McKenna saw it coming and moves away.
Pitakaka stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Pitakaka wants it to stay on the feet. Elijah Pitakaka is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Pitakaka lands a high kick!
Horrible takedown attempt by McKenna or perhaps it was just good defense by Pitakaka, which made it look bad. Pitakaka misses with a head kick.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! McKenna crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Pitakaka - the referee stops the clock and McKenna gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Pitakaka. McKenna manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Robert McKenna is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. McKenna on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. McKenna shoots in and drives through. Pitakaka sprawls well. Pitakaka let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Pitakaka tries a head kick but it misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Pitakaka. That's going to slow McKenna down. Horrible takedown attempt by McKenna or perhaps it was just good defense by Pitakaka, which made it look bad. Pitakaka lands a leg kick that knocks McKenna off balance momentarily.#T4# A head kick misses from Pitakaka. McKenna changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Pitakaka throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. McKenna darts in looking for a takedown but Pitakaka gets double underhooks and turns McKenna into the cage. McKenna avoids the head kick by Pitakaka.
McKenna appears to be looking for a counter takedown. A head kick from Pitakaka lands but McKenna takes it in his stride. This has been an exciting period of action! Pitakaka throws a leg kick but McKenna sees it coming and checks it nicely. McKenna shoots in for a double leg but Pitakaka sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Pitakaka misses with a head kick.
McKenna scores with a shot to the body.
McKenna blocks a head kick by Pitakaka.
McKenna takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McKenna lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pitakaka circles away quickly and effectively. McKenna checks a leg kick.#CL# McKenna darts in and clinches Pitakaka up against the cage. McKenna is trying to drag Pitakaka to the mat but Pitakaka just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Robert McKenna has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! McKenna is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
And that's the end of the fight! Elijah Pitakaka comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Pitakaka 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30 Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30 Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Elijah Pitakaka! Elijah Pitakaka decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
PFF 16 Leighton vs Steve
Date: Jan 13, 2018 |
#R1# A really sloppy takedown attempt there from McKenna. Bradman ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. The crowd cheers as Bradman lands an impressive looking overhand right. McKenna doesn't seem phased though.#CL# McKenna forces Bradman back against the cage and clinches. McKenna blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Bradman.
#BC2# Bradman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Bradman avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McKenna sets himself, and Bradman steps forward looking for the clinch! McKenna avoids it this time. McKenna moves away from the strike by Bradman. Bradman just misses with a punch to the body.
Robert McKenna seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. McKenna wants to clinch up but Bradman keeps it at a distance. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bradman misses with a hook. McKenna shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bradman defends it nicely. A head kick misses from McKenna. Bradman looks to score with a jab to the body but McKenna is just out of range.#T1# Bradman works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Bradman with a jab. McKenna tries to clinch up.#TD# McKenna shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than McKenna was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Bradman is looking for a sweep. McKenna advances to full mount. Bradman tries to get back to half guard but can't. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. McKenna lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Bradman looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight. McKenna working the ground and pound effectively.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. McKenna with a couple of short strikes. McKenna lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning. McKenna avoids the attempt from Bradman to control.#T2# McKenna landing strikes from the mount.#ROC# Bradman is rocked! Bradman takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! McKenna's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert McKenna! An out of breath Robert McKenna thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
PFF 12 - Steve vs McKenna
Date: Dec 16, 2017 |
#R1# Steve throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McKenna has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Steve is landing a low percentage of strikes. Steve connects with a body shot. Steve avoids the head kick by McKenna.
Steve seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Steve throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McKenna misses with a head kick.
#CL# Steve clinches. Steve doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Steve working aggressively here.
Steve lands a shoulder strike. #CUT# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. McKenna wants a takedown.
Steve misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC# Steve pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. McKenna shoots in for a takedown but Steve shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Steve scores with a jab to the body. Steve swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Steve scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. This has been an exciting period of action! Steve scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Steve cracks McKenna with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T1# A head kick from McKenna lands but Steve takes it in his stride. #TD2# McKenna looking to score a takedown here. Steve is defending well but McKenna drives through and ends up in Steve's guard. McKenna throws a big right hand that misses. Steve keeping moving, preventing McKenna from controlling successfully. Steve is adopting a defensive guard. McKenna trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Steve is controlling McKenna's posture. McKenna working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2# Steve controlling McKenna's posture. McKenna working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Steve misses with a few strikes there.
McKenna misses with a takedown attempt - Steve sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Mark Steve has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna.#TD2# A momentary lapse in concentration from Steve enables McKenna to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Steve manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Steve on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Steve tries to get out of the position. Steve managing to control the position. McKenna working some strikes from top position.#T3# McKenna with a flurry of punches that miss. Steve utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. McKenna landing with the ground and pound. McKenna working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Steve 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# McKenna wants to get back to his feet.
Steve wants to control but McKenna is keeping him busy. #T4# Steve perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. McKenna looks like he's trying to stand up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Steve in particular looking to stall.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL# Steve gets in close and instigates a clinch. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mark Steve dominated that round. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Steve looks to land a combination. McKenna sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Mark Steve is winning the standup battle so far. Steve misses with a straight right. We've been told by Steve's head coaches at Gracie Jiu Jitsu Team that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Steve is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McKenna can do to turn this around?#TD2# McKenna 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. Steve working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McKenna. McKenna trying to control but Steve is working from the bottom. McKenna passes into half guard. McKenna landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Robert McKenna has got the better of the ground game so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Steve won't allow McKenna to pass to mount. McKenna thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Steve's head. McKenna thows a huge punch but Steve dodges it nicely.
#T1# Nice strikes from McKenna there. McKenna wants to take a breather but Steve is having none of it. McKenna throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. McKenna has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Steve has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McKenna is working away from the top position though. McKenna throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. McKenna throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Steve to regain full guard. Steve can't keep his opponent in guard - McKenna advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. McKenna throwing shots but Steve is blocking nicely. McKenna is nestled in close to Steve, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. McKenna looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Steve with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T2# McKenna sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Steve defending well though. McKenna sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Steve defending well though. Steve is trying to control but can't.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet. McKenna missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Steve wants to get back to full guard.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Steve scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Steve lands with a right hand. Mark Steve is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. McKenna throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Steve scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL# Steve takes the fight into the clinch. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! McKenna is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC# Steve breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3# Steve lands with a nice body punch. Steve throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good standup being displayed there by Steve as he connects with a hook. McKenna goes for a double leg but Steve avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Steve continues to drive forward. Steve is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from McKenna. McKenna shoots in but no luck this time. Mark Steve has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. McKenna shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Steve as he avoids it easily. McKenna is breathing heavily. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from McKenna. McKenna fails with the takedown and Steve counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Steve digs a good body shot into McKenna's ribs. McKenna shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Steve counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT# That has opened up Robert McKenna's cut even more.#CL# Steve moves into the clinch successfully.
#T4# Steve effectively controlling the action here. Good body shot from Steve.
#BC# Steve breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. 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! Steve misses with a wild body shot. A low kick from McKenna is predictable there and Steve cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. McKenna fails with the takedown. Steve was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. McKenna moves in looking to clinch but Steve pushes him off.#TD2# McKenna looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. McKenna thows a huge punch but Steve dodges it nicely.
McKenna passes to full mount! Steve is working to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mark Steve dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round! #R3##CL# Steve gets a clinch. Steve gets through McKenna's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC# Steve breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Steve lands a body shot.
Steve is looking to wear down McKenna with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. McKenna takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Steve looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. McKenna tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Steve swivels and escapes. Steve throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McKenna fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Steve on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those. Steve displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from McKenna. Mark Steve has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna.#T1# Nice shot lands for Steve. Steve connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between McKenna's hands. McKenna shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Steve defends it nicely. McKenna takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Steve misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McKenna is trying to push Steve away but Steve has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. McKenna is trying to drag Steve to the mat but Steve just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Steve takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #T2# Steve gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from McKenna.
McKenna drops down looking for an ankle pick but Steve pulls his leg out and moves away.
McKenna shoots in looking for a takedown but Steve manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McKenna's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Robert McKenna is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. McKenna shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Steve as he jumps to the side. McKenna shoots in for a takedown but Steve shows good takedown defense. Steve seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. No luck with that takedown attempt from McKenna. A looping hook to the body misses from Steve. McKenna does a little dance to reset his feet. McKenna throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Steve lands with a straight right. McKenna didn't see that one coming. McKenna takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Steve fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McKenna on the side of the head.#T3# McKenna on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#CUT# The cut above Robert McKenna's eye is starting to cause him problems now. A jab from Steve finds it's way through McKenna's defenses. No luck for McKenna with that takedown attempt. Steve wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Steve lands a slapping body shot.
Mark Steve is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Steve lands a jab to the head.
No luck with that takedown attempt from McKenna. McKenna takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
McKenna with a poor takedown #CL# and Steve counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Steve. McKenna has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Steve is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T4# Steve works on McKenna's body with a couple of short punches. McKenna is trying to drag Steve to the mat but Steve just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Steve lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down McKenna. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Steve lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of McKenna backwards. McKenna trying to control the position but instead, Steve has worked for underhooks and has pushed McKenna into the cage. Steve taking a breather. Steve prevents a takedown attempt there.
#BC# Steve breaks from the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight! Mark Steve showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Steve, 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 Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:26 Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:26 Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mark Steve! In his post fight interview, Mark Steve started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 63: Faraon
Date: Nov 10, 2017 |
#R1# Wagner walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McKenna checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #TD# McKenna looking for a takedown here - he's got it. McKenna keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Wagner's head. Wagner looking to sweep here. No luck so far. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. McKenna postures up in Wagner's guard and throws a big left but Wagner blocks it. McKenna postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. McKenna throws a big right hand that misses. McKenna landing with the ground and pound. Wagner is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB# Wagner throws a strike but McKenna avoids it easily and moves to full guard. Wagner content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Wagner has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. McKenna preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Wagner throws an elbow that misses. McKenna uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Wagner's guard. Nice move by McKenna!#REVR##T1# McKenna trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. McKenna with a flurry of punches that miss. McKenna has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2# Wagner working for a triangle but McKenna defends it easily.
McKenna throws a big elbow that misses. McKenna won't allow Wagner to sweep him here. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Wagner holds on and takes a little breather. Hammerfist, elbow! yells McKenna's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Wagner utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Wagner trying to control the position here. #T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McKenna accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Wagner bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in McKenna's guard. #REVB# Wagner trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Wagner stands up over McKenna, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Wagner throws an elbow that misses. McKenna uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Wagner's guard. Nice move by McKenna!#REVR# Wagner controls McKenna momentarily but McKenna frees himself. McKenna in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. McKenna landing with the ground and pound. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Wagner holds on and takes a little breather. McKenna connects with a couple of short punches. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3# McKenna trying to control but Wagner is working from the bottom. Wagner bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in McKenna's guard. #REVB# McKenna wants to get back to his feet but Wagner is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Wagner makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. McKenna is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Wagner throws an elbow that misses. McKenna uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Wagner's guard. Nice move by McKenna!#REVR# McKenna trying to control but Wagner is working from the bottom. Wagner pulls McKenna in close to prevent any damage. #T4# Wagner wants to stand up but McKenna is controlling him. Wagner looking to sweep here. No luck so far. McKenna loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. McKenna lands a couple of decent looking shots. Wagner wants to sweep but no luck. Wagner is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Wagner keeping moving, preventing McKenna from controlling successfully. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Wagner not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McKenna postures up in Wagner's guard and throws a big left but Wagner blocks it. McKenna throwing strikes but missing. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert McKenna dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# McKenna walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT2# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. Wagner throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McKenna cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Wagner tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. McKenna throws a sloppy head kick and Wagner moves out of range easily. Wagner scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. McKenna lands an overhand right.#TD# McKenna looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Wagner wants to sweep but no luck. Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Wagner is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Robert McKenna overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Wagner 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. Wagner pulls McKenna in close to prevent any damage. Wagner controls McKenna momentarily but McKenna frees himself. #T1# A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McKenna accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Wagner has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. McKenna stops Wagner from standing up. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Wagner connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. McKenna shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Wagner sprawls well. Wagner wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McKenna gets slowly back to his feet. Wagner looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Wagner throws a lazy uppercut
#TD# and McKenna counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Wagner! #T2# You can see the frustration on Wagner's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Wagner manages to get back to half guard. Wagner keeps control of the position for the meantime. Wagner wants to sweep but McKenna has passed to side control! Wagner gets back to half guard. Wagner is doing well to control the position and prevent McKenna from advancing to side control. McKenna thows a huge punch but Wagner dodges it nicely.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. McKenna lands a nice short elbow. McKenna is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wagner can do to turn this around?#T3# McKenna missing with the ground and pound from half guard. McKenna thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. McKenna controlling the action here. Wagner pushes McKenna off but McKenna dives into side control.
McKenna working the strikes but Wagner uses the opportunity to regain half guard. Wagner keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. McKenna lands a nice short elbow. Wagner trying to control but McKenna postures up.
Wagner is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of McKenna's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take McKenna's back! McKenna trying to get back to his feet but Wagner is in full control for now. Wagner throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage. #T4# Wagner misses with punches from the back. #ES# Wagner has his opponent's back but McKenna is looking to stand. He manages to get to his feet and shakes off Wagner. McKenna will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Wagner throws a poor cross that misses
#TD# so McKenna counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McKenna in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Wagner is trying to keep McKenna in close.
Wagner manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. McKenna manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Wagner throws a big elbow that misses. McKenna wants to stand and escape but Wagner is having none of it. Wagner postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. 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 Robert McKenna will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# McKenna throws a lazy head kick and Wagner counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Wagner tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Wagner scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. McKenna lands a leg kick that knocks Wagner off balance momentarily. A big left from Wagner misses. Wagner jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Wagner lands a nice shot that snaps McKenna's head back.
McKenna doesn't succeed with the takedown and Wagner counters with a nice uppercut. A head kick misses from McKenna. Wagner changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. McKenna looks to throw a body kick and Wagner counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD# McKenna shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Wagner napping and manages to drive through into side control! 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! Wagner is looking for a sweep. Wagner wants to control but McKenna postures up. McKenna is looking to take a break and control but Wagner is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Wagner holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.#T1# Wagner tries to get back to half guard but can't. Wagner sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Wagner is trying to stand.
McKenna working the head and body with strikes. Wagner makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Wagner. McKenna advances position into side control! Wagner is trying to control McKenna's posture but McKenna avoids it. Wagner is looking to reverse the position.#T2# McKenna working away. Wagner tries to bench press McKenna off him but McKenna keeps the position. Wagner is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now. McKenna throws an elbow but Wagner slips to the side and avoids it well. Wagner is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked McKenna off and has taken his back! Wagner is controlling the position but McKenna somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
McKenna is looking to escape. McKenna is not content to let Wagner control the position.#T3# Wagner throwing shots but McKenna is blocking nicely. McKenna is trying to stand up here but Wagner is controlling him well. Wagner throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Wagner missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Wagner lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Wagner thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed McKenna's head. Wagner lands with a punch from half guard. McKenna blocking the ground and pound attempt from Wagner. McKenna is trying to stand up here but Wagner is controlling him well. #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. McKenna has hold of Wagner's hands but Wagner slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. McKenna blocking the ground and pound attempt from Wagner. McKenna wants to get back to his feet.
Micke Wagner has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. A head kick by McKenna misses and Wagner counters with a nice body shot. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Wagner uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McKenna.
Wagner looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Wagner throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CUT2# Robert McKenna's cut is getting worse. Wagner misses with a straight left. Robert McKenna is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Micke Wagner seems to be getting the better of the standup. McKenna bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. McKenna shoots in for a takedown but Wagner shows good takedown defense. Wagner lands a nice shot that snaps McKenna's head back.
And that's the end of the fight! Micke Wagner comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think McKenna 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28 Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28 Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert McKenna! During a confident post fight interview, Robert McKenna thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 56: Only Hardcore
Date: Oct 06, 2017 |
#R1# McKenna throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Urzu counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#TD# McKenna shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Urzu is trying to defend but McKenna finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. McKenna looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Urzu is looking to improve his position.
McKenna passes to side control. McKenna 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. Urzu takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Urzu tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McKenna wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. McKenna works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head. Urzu is looking to regain half guard here but McKenna keeps moving and retains side control. McKenna is working Urzu over with some ground and pound from side control. #T1# McKenna connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Urzu some visible discomfort.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. McKenna throwing strikes but missing, from side control. Urzu takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head. McKenna lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Urzu down.
Urzu really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McKenna. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Urzu is looking to regain half guard here but McKenna keeps moving and retains side control. McKenna is putting a hurting on Urzu here, landing some big shots from side control. McKenna content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. Urzu takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head. McKenna landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #CUT# It looks like Jan Urzu has been cut. McKenna working the head and body with strikes. #T2# Urzu is working to avoid the ground and pound but McKenna connects with a decent elbow. McKenna lands some shots froms side control. Urzu takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#ROC# Urzu is rocked! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. McKenna in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Urzu looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! McKenna turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert McKenna! An out of breath Robert McKenna thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 50: No Way Out
Date: Sep 09, 2017 |
#R1# Horrible takedown attempt by McKenna or perhaps it was just good defense by Lesner, which made it look bad. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lesner. Lesner will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
McKenna shoots for a double leg takedown but Lesner sprawls well. He's pushed McKenna's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Lesner tries to clinch there but McKenna circles away.
McKenna dives in for a single leg takedown but Lesner sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Despite the aggression on Lesner's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. Lesner doesn't manage to clinch there - McKenna circles away.
Lesner misses with a few strikes there.
McKenna tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lesner swivels and escapes. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Lesner has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far. Lesner tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McKenna manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#TD# McKenna darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. McKenna seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T1# McKenna is thwarting Lesner's attempts to control the position. McKenna is nestled in close to Lesner, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Lesner on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. McKenna seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. McKenna slips a nice elbow through Lesner's hands, connecting with Lesner's forehead. McKenna keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Lesner has hold of McKenna's hands but McKenna slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. McKenna looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Lesner with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T2# McKenna takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. McKenna is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #CUT# It looks like Cain Lesner has been cut. McKenna slips a nice elbow through Lesner's hands, connecting with Lesner's forehead. McKenna thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. McKenna sitting and controlling from the half guard. McKenna is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. McKenna working Lesner over with strikes. #T3# McKenna takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. McKenna lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. McKenna working the head and body with strikes. McKenna lands a big elbow - Lesner is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for McKenna!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert McKenna! Our winner, Robert McKenna, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 46: Every Punch
Date: Aug 19, 2017 |
#R1##TD# McKenna shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Tafari napping and manages to drive through into side control! Tafari taking punishment in the form of punches.
McKenna taking a break here but Tafari is having none of it and regains half guard. Tafari moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. McKenna won't allow Tafari to sweep him here. #SUB2# Tafari looking for a guillotine here but McKenna defends easily.
McKenna not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tafari avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1# Tafari working a defensive guard here.
McKenna stands and throws Tafari's legs to the side, diving into side control. McKenna looks up at the clock and then as Tafari takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, McKenna smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
McKenna working the head and body with strikes. McKenna cracks Tafari with a big elbow. Check out the look on McKenna's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
McKenna scoring with punches and elbows. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. McKenna cracks Tafari with a big right hand but Tafari just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
McKenna in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #T2# McKenna working the head with strikes. McKenna lands a few punches from side control. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. McKenna scoring with punches and elbows. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. McKenna scores with punches from side control. McKenna landing strikes. McKenna happy to just control the position for now. McKenna lands an elbow. Tafari is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T3# McKenna controlling from side mount. McKenna'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. McKenna working the ground and pound. Tafari is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked McKenna off and has taken his back!#SUB2# Tafari working for a choke but McKenna is defending well. #SUB2# Tafari working for the choke. Our spies down at at Shinto Elite MMA Academy inform us that Tafari has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T4# Tafari avoiding McKenna 's attempts to control his hands. McKenna trying to get back to his feet but Tafari is in full control for now. #SUB2# Tafari looking to break McKenna's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. McKenna remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Tafari will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert McKenna dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Tafari throws out a loose jab but McKenna uses good head movement to avoid it. McKenna throws a big counter combination but Tafari scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. McKenna is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tafari sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD# McKenna shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Tafari manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. McKenna working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. McKenna makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. McKenna preventing the sweep. McKenna has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Tafari is trying to keep McKenna in close.
McKenna lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna controlling from the top position. McKenna lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T1# McKenna is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Tafari is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst McKenna is controlling him. McKenna stands up over Tafari, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. McKenna is looking to pass into half guard but Tafari pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Tafari is in guard.#REVB# McKenna wants to get back to his feet but Tafari is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Tafari wants to control from the top but McKenna keeps moving. McKenna wants to stand but Tafari is controlling the position. #T2# Tafari looking to sit in guard and control but McKenna gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# McKenna looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Robert McKenna overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. McKenna scoring with punches to the head and body. McKenna is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tafari can do to turn this around? McKenna is working Tafari over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T3# McKenna lands a couple of digs. McKenna looking to control the position here, rather than advance. McKenna is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. McKenna advances to half guard. The fighters are battling for position here. Tafari manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Tafari keeping moving, preventing McKenna from controlling successfully. McKenna distracts Tafari with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. McKenna connects with a couple of short punches.#T4# McKenna scoring with punches to the head and body. McKenna scores with a decent looking elbow strike. McKenna connects with a couple of short punches. McKenna landing some decent shots from guard. McKenna with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. McKenna works over Tafari with some ground and pound from guard. McKenna is in close to Tafari's body, working some short punches and elbows. McKenna with a nice head shot there. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. McKenna postures up and lands a big shot to Tafari's brow. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McKenna working some strikes from top position.#ROC# Tafari is rocked! McKenna scoring with punches to the head and body. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert McKenna dominated that second round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round! #R3##CL# McKenna has Tafari up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD# McKenna gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Tafari regains guard.
McKenna postures up.
McKenna lands a couple of digs. Tafari has momentary wrist control but McKenna slips an elbow through the middle. Tafari is still in real trouble! Can McKenna finish him? McKenna cracks Tafari with a solid left hand. McKenna lands a couple of digs. McKenna keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tafari's head. McKenna arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Tafari's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Robert McKenna! Robert McKenna decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
KAMIKAZE 37: Death
Date: Jul 15, 2017 |
#R1##TD2# Rollins feints and as McKenna raises his hands in defense, Rollins changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. McKenna definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Rollins looking to pass the guard. McKenna wants to get back to his feet but Rollins is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #SUB2# Rollins is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! McKenna is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! McKenna has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR# McKenna working some strikes from top position.#SUB2# Rollins is looking for a triangle but McKenna pushes his legs off easily.
Rollins can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as McKenna controls the pace.#SUB2# Rollins looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. McKenna cracks Rollins with a solid left hand.#T1##SUB2# Rollins looking for submissions from the bottom but instead McKenna passes into side control.
McKenna connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Rollins some visible discomfort.
Rollins is looking to regain half guard here but McKenna keeps moving and retains side control. McKenna scoring with punches and elbows. McKenna landing strikes. McKenna scoring with punches and elbows. McKenna taking a breather here. Rollins is positioning himself to get back to half guard. McKenna creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. McKenna lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. McKenna creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. Rollins sneaks back into half guard. McKenna winds up and cracks Rollins with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T2# McKenna working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2# Rollins is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKenna pulls his head out easily. McKenna is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Rollins has hold of McKenna's hands but McKenna slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2# Rollins actively working from the bottom here. McKenna is nestled in close to Rollins, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Rollins is looking for a sweep. McKenna is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Rollins is trying to defend against the ground and pound but McKenna scores with a couple of nice shots. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Rollins taking some punishment here, with McKenna in his half guard. McKenna looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Nice strikes from McKenna there. McKenna drops an elbow to the side of Rollins's head. McKenna slips a nice elbow through Rollins's hands, connecting with Rollins's forehead. Rollins is trying to get back to full guard. McKenna trying to control the pace. #T3# McKenna scoring with strikes to the body and head. McKenna not doing much here.
McKenna is nestled in close to Rollins, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. 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. McKenna connects with a nice short shot to Rollins's temple. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. McKenna winds up and cracks Rollins with a swinging punch to the side of the head. McKenna is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. McKenna scoring with strikes to the body and head. Rollins wants to improve his position but McKenna is controlling well.
We've been informed that Rollins has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB2# Rollins looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and McKenna pushes past his half guard into mount! McKenna with the ground and pound from mount. #T4# McKenna lands a big elbow. #ROC# Rollins is rocked! Rollins looks winded! McKenna is in full mount looking to finish with strikes. He lands a big shot, followed by another and Rollins goes limp! The ref jumps in to end the fight - a big win for McKenna!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Robert McKenna! Robert McKenna thanked the fans post fight for their support. Henry Rollins was interviewed post fight and said 'He cheated! Check his gloves, they've got chloroform on them!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 06, 2017 |
#R1# Quick Fighter dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Quick Fighter lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McKenna circles away quickly and effectively.#CL# McKenna clinches up against the cage. McKenna controlling the action here for a moment.
Quick Fighter tries to throw a body punch but McKenna avoids it by throwing Quick Fighter back against the cage. McKenna has a couple of punches blocked by Quick Fighter.
A nice right hand lands inside from Quick Fighter. McKenna swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Quick Fighter wants to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC# McKenna pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Quick Fighting Quick Fighter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Quick Fighter. Quick Fighter will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T1# McKenna takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Quick Fighter tries a head kick but it misses.
Quick Fighter connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. McKenna avoids the head kick by Quick Fighter.
McKenna shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Quick Fighter sprawls well. Quick Fighter wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McKenna gets slowly back to his feet. McKenna tries to clinch and Quick Fighter counters with a straight right hand. Quick Fighter scores with a jab to the jaw. An inside leg kick lands from Quick Fighter. #T2# Quick Fighter connects with a body shot that sends McKenna's belly button to the back.#TD# McKenna drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. This has been an exciting period of action! McKenna with a nice head shot there. McKenna throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. McKenna postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Quick Fighter keeping moving, preventing McKenna from controlling successfully. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McKenna accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. McKenna works over Quick Fighter with some ground and pound from guard. McKenna sitting in guard here, content to control. McKenna working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3# Quick Fighter has momentary wrist control but McKenna slips an elbow through the middle. McKenna is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. McKenna trying to control but Quick Fighter is working from the bottom. Quick Fighter utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. McKenna trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Quick Fighter utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. McKenna working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. McKenna lands a couple of elbows. McKenna 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. McKenna in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. McKenna wants to control from the top but Quick Fighter keeps moving. McKenna is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T4# Quick Fighter keeping moving, preventing McKenna from controlling successfully. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. McKenna is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. McKenna drops his hands momentarily and Quick Fighter takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Quick Fighter's corner calls for a 1-2. Quick Fighter obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Quick Fighting Quick Fighter dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Quick Fighter digs a good body shot into McKenna's ribs. McKenna with a lazy takedown attempt and Quick Fighter counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Quick Fighter scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Quick Fighter connects with a good right hand that stumbles McKenna. McKenna circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Quick Fighter lands a head kick. McKenna smiles back at him and beckons him forward. McKenna fails with a takedown attempt. Quick Fighter looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Quick Fighter with a jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna tries to clinch The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. and Quick Fighter counters with a lovely straight right hand! Quick Fighter bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of McKenna's head.#T1# McKenna is trying hard to land a takedown here. Quick Fighter sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. Quick Fighter jabs McKenna right on the nose. McKenna blinks but takes it well. Quick Fighter scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT2# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. McKenna on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Quick Fighter. Quick Fighter obviously looking to wear him down.
Quick Fighter plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CL# McKenna gets a clinch. McKenna blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC# McKenna manages to break the clinch.
Quick Fighter fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. McKenna looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Quick Fighting Quick Fighter seems to be getting the better of the standup. Donk. Quick Fighter catches McKenna right on the button with a cross. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Quick Fighter comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T2# Quick Fighter moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. McKenna looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Quick Fighter throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. A solid leg kick lands there for Quick Fighter.
Quick Fighter ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Quick Fighter jabs at McKenna's body. Decent striking displayed by Quick Fighter there. Quick Fighter scores with a head kick. McKenna tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Quick Fighter scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Quick Fighter paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T3# Quick Fighter connects with a high kick. Nice takedown defense from Quick Fighter. No joy for McKenna on that attempt. Quick Fighter with a body punch. A glancing blow. McKenna on the wrong end of a nice jab. McKenna tries for a takedown but Quick Fighter circles away easily and Quick Fighter counters with a nice uppercut. McKenna fails with the takedown and Quick Fighter counters with a nice uppercut. Quick Fighting Quick Fighter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Quick Fighter swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McKenna. Quick Fighter connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. McKenna looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T4# Quick Fighter connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed McKenna momentarily.
Quick Fighter lands a lovely overhand right. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Quick Fighter scores with a sloppy right hand. McKenna should have avoided that one. Quick Fighter has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Quick Fighter feints and then cracks McKenna's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McKenna down. Quick Fighter throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent McKenna stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. McKenna has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McKenna there as he acknowledges the shot. McKenna takes a kick to the side of the head. McKenna shoots for a takedown but Quick Fighter saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. McKenna blocks a head kick by Quick Fighter.
McKenna lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Quick Fighting Quick Fighter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# McKenna fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Quick Fighter lands a jab to the nose. McKenna doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Quick Fighter fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Quick Fighter scores with a leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Quick Fighter. Quick Fighter lands a really nice looking cross but McKenna seems unphased.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Quick Fighter comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Quick Fighter fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McKenna. Quick Fighter chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#T1# Quick Fighter jabs at McKenna's body. McKenna ducks right into an uppercut from Quick Fighter. Quick Fighter jabs McKenna to the body, keeping him at a distance. McKenna fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Quick Fighter punishes McKenna's body with a nice straight punch. McKenna takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nice uppercut there from Quick Fighter. Quick Fighter fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McKenna.#T2# Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Quick Fighter.
Quick Fighter lands a nice shot that snaps McKenna's head back.
Quick Fighter stalks McKenna and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into McKenna's face. McKenna staggers backwards, shaken. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. McKenna is trying hard to land a takedown here. Quick Fighter sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. Quick Fighter throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. A quick step to the side and McKenna tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. McKenna misses with a takedown attempt and Quick Fighter counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps McKenna thinking. Quick Fighter is looking to slow McKenna down with leg kicks. Quick Fighter is looking to slow McKenna down with leg kicks. McKenna doesn't succeed with the takedown and Quick Fighter counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3# Quick Fighter scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Quick Fighter fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Quick Fighter throws a head kick but McKenna moves out of range.
Quick Fighter changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. McKenna shoots in but Quick Fighter avoids the takedown attempt easily. Quick Fighter throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent McKenna stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. McKenna needs to keep his hands up - Quick Fighter had a free shot at his head there.#T4# Quick Fighter connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Quick Fighting Quick Fighter is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. McKenna gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A head kick misses from Quick Fighter. A quick step to the side and McKenna tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. A nice inside leg kick there by Quick Fighter. That's going to slow McKenna down. McKenna takes a shot right to the bread basket. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! McKenna takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Quick Fighter lands a leg kick that knocks McKenna off balance momentarily. Quick Fighter throws a good cross that connects.
A head kick misses from Quick Fighter. A counter left hand to the body from McKenna misses its target. Robert McKenna has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL# McKenna rushes Quick Fighter and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
And that's the end of the fight! Quick Fighting Quick Fighter comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Quick Fighter 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 25:30 Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 25:30 Judge William Peck scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Quick Fighting Quick Fighter! Post fight, Quick Fighting Quick Fighter stared into the camera and said 'Well Jamie, I imagine someday one of your projects will beat one of mine. Today is not that day.'.
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