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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 05, 2017 |
#R1##CL2# Struve has closed the distance and engaged Mcdowell in a clinch.
Mcdowell taking a breather. Struve blocks a body shot from Mcdowell. #BC# Mcdowell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Struve throws a sloppy head kick and Mcdowell moves out of range easily. A right-left combo lands from Struve. #CUT2# It looks like Edmond Mcdowell has been cut.#TD2# Struve looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Mcdowell! Mcdowell sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB# Mcdowell is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Struve pulls his head out easily. Struve controlling the pace. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Mcdowell is positioning himself well to prevent Struve advancing to mount. #T1# Struve is trying to control. Mcdowell wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Struve controlling the action here. Struve wants to control but Mcdowell is keeping him busy. Struve seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Mcdowell punching from the bottom.
#SUB# Mcdowell looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2# Struve seems to be working for a kimura but Mcdowell defends the submission attempt. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Struve thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mcdowell's head. Mcdowell throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Struve shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Mcdowell manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#ROC2# Mcdowell is rocked! Struve engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Oh Mcdowell is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Mcdowell seems to have got his legs back now. Mcdowell keeping moving, preventing Struve from controlling successfully. #SUB# Mcdowell has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Struve can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3# A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Struve accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB# Mcdowell had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Struve defends it easily. Struve passes Mcdowell's left leg - he's now in half guard. Struve tries to pass to full mount but Mcdowell defends it. Struve throwing shots but Mcdowell is blocking nicely. #SUB2# Struve seems to be looking for submissions.
#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Mcdowell is looking to control Struve's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mcdowell avoid being mounted?#SUB# Mcdowell actively working from the bottom here. Struve is thwarting Mcdowell's attempts to control the position. Struve is looking to advance position but Mcdowell won't allow it. Mcdowell trying to control but Struve postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Mcdowell moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Struve wants to control from the top but Mcdowell keeps moving. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jim Struve dominated that round. The cut man is working on Edmond Mcdowell'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##TD2# Struve feints and as Mcdowell raises his hands in defense, Struve changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB# Mcdowell is looking for a triangle but Struve pushes his legs off easily.
Struve stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mcdowell swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB# Mcdowell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB# Mcdowell working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Struve doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Struve manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mcdowell punching to the body, from the bottom. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB# Mcdowell looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB# Mcdowell working for a triangle but Struve defends it easily.
Struve trying to control the position from guard on top but Mcdowell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Struve not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Struve tries to stand but Mcdowell is controlling from the bottom. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. Mcdowell looking for a sweep. Not yet Mcdowell, not yet. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#TD2# Struve dives in and scores a takedown into Mcdowell's guard.#SUB# Mcdowell looking for a guillotine here but Struve defends easily.
Struve wants to control from the top but Mcdowell keeps moving. Struve throws a strike but Mcdowell rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# Mcdowell postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T3# Struve is trying to control the position but Mcdowell postures up. Struve manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mcdowell manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Struve advances to half guard. Jim Struve has got the better of the ground game so far. Mcdowell is trying to maintain the position but Struve is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB# Mcdowell looking for submissions off his back. Struve works his way into side control. Mcdowell sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2# Struve wants to work for an arm triangle but Mcdowell is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T4# Mcdowell is staying active underneath Struve, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Struve is thwarting Mcdowell's attempts to control the position. Mcdowell is pressing down on Struve's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Struve pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mcdowell is keeping the position for now. #SUB# Struve got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mcdowell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Struve has managed to get both his arms back between Mcdowell's legs - danger averted. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Mcdowell keeping moving, preventing Struve from controlling successfully. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jim Struve showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Edmond Mcdowell's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3# Struve moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#TD2# Struve closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Struve tries to stand but can't do so whilst Mcdowell controls his leg. Mcdowell avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Struve. Struve performing his best blanket impression for a moment. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mcdowell has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Struve is working away from the top position though. Mcdowell avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Struve. #T1# Mcdowell is refusing to be controlled, as Struve sits in half guard. Struve is thwarting Mcdowell's attempts to control the position. Struve is trying to control. Mcdowell wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Mcdowell trying to control from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Mcdowell gets back to full guard.
#SUB# Mcdowell working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Struve has passed into half guard!
Struve blocks the strikes from Mcdowell.
Struve not doing much here.
#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Struve is trying to control the action in half guard but Mcdowell is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Mcdowell is trying to control but can't.
Mcdowell tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2# Struve forces Mcdowell back against the cage and clinches.#TD2# Struve has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Mcdowell clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Mcdowell trying to control the position but Struve manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB2# Struve is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Mcdowell knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Mcdowell for a finish. #T3# I really don't envy Mcdowell right now.
#SUB2# Struve is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Mcdowell knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Mcdowell for a finish. Struve takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Mcdowell trying to control but not successfully. Struve struggling to land strikes to the head as Mcdowell covers up. Struve tries to keep control of the position but Mcdowell is staying busy.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2# Struve looking for the RNC. Struve has the hooks in. Mcdowell is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. Struve has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Mcdowell is working hard here to advance position. Struve not allowing Mcdowell to control his hands. #SUB2# Struve looking for the choke but no joy. Mcdowell looking very determined here, making life difficult for Struve.
Edmond Mcdowell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Jim Struve is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2# Struve has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
And that's the end of the fight! Jim Struve comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Struve has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 26:30 Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 26:30 Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jim Struve!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 02, 2017 |
#R1##CL2# Van Der Kaas has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2# Van Der Kaas turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Van Der Kaas manages to end up in side control. Van Der Kaas wants to control but Mcdowell is keeping him busy. Mcdowell tries to get back to half guard but can't. Mcdowell wants to control but Van Der Kaas postures up. Van Der Kaas trying to control the position but Mcdowell is working away. Mcdowell managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Van Der Kaas.
Van Der Kaas working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. Mcdowell defending against the ground and pound. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Van Der Kaas tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. Mcdowell misses with a strike from the bottom. Mcdowell is not content to let Van Der Kaas control the position. #T1# Mcdowell struggling a bit here.#SUB2# Van Der Kaas is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mcdowell has escaped the position, nice work there. Van Der Kaas controlling the position from side mount. The strikes coming from Van Der Kaas are missing the target in this wave of attacks. Van Der Kaas fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#SUB2# Van Der Kaas is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Mcdowell knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Mcdowell wants to control but Van Der Kaas postures up. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Mcdowell throws a couple of strikes there.
Van Der Kaas has knee on belly momentarily but Mcdowell bucks him off and regains half guard. #SUB# Mcdowell looking for submissions off his back.#SUB# Mcdowell is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Van Der Kaas pulls his head out easily. Mcdowell is refusing to be controlled, as Van Der Kaas sits in half guard. #T3# Mcdowell keeps control of the position for the meantime. Mcdowell is looking to control Van Der Kaas's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mcdowell avoid being mounted? Mcdowell blocking the ground and pound attempt from Van Der Kaas. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Van Der Kaas is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Mcdowell blocking the ground and pound attempt from Van Der Kaas. Mcdowell is looking for a sweep. Van Der Kaas is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Van Der Kaas trying to control the pace. Mcdowell missing with punches from the bottom.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2# Van Der Kaas gets a double leg takedown into Mcdowell's guard. Mcdowell trying to control the position.
Van Der Kaas trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Van Der Kaas is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Van Der Kaas pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mcdowell is keeping the position for now. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Maas Van Der Kaas dominated that round. 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##TD2# Van Der Kaas looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Mcdowell is trying to maintain the position but Van Der Kaas is very close to passing his half guard. Van Der Kaas tries to stand and escape but Mcdowell is controlling the position. #SUB2# Van Der Kaas is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Mcdowell defends it well. Maas Van Der Kaas has got the better of the ground game so far. Mcdowell trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Van Der Kaas trying to advance position but Mcdowell counters by regaining guard. #SUB# Van Der Kaas got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mcdowell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Van Der Kaas has managed to get both his arms back between Mcdowell's legs - danger averted.#T1# Van Der Kaas wants to control from the top but Mcdowell keeps moving. Van Der Kaas is fighting to break Mcdowell's control of his arms but Mcdowell is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Van Der Kaas trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Van Der Kaas lands a couple of digs. Mcdowell keeping moving, preventing Van Der Kaas from controlling successfully. Mcdowell looking to control.
Mcdowell lands with a heel strike from the guard.
#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Van Der Kaas passes into half guard under a barage of strikes. Van Der Kaas not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Mcdowell landing small, sideways elbows. #SUB2# Van Der Kaas is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Mcdowell lands one or two decent shots to the body here. Although from his own half guard, he's not going to be causing too much damage. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Mcdowell trying to control here.
Mcdowell missing with punches from the bottom.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2# Van Der Kaas moves into the clinch successfully.
#T3##TD2# Van Der Kaas lands a takedown into guard.
Van Der Kaas wants to control from the top but Mcdowell keeps moving. Mcdowell pulls Van Der Kaas in close to prevent any damage. #SUB# Van Der Kaas got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mcdowell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Van Der Kaas has managed to get both his arms back between Mcdowell's legs - danger averted. Mcdowell trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. Van Der Kaas in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Van Der Kaas stays in close to Mcdowell's body and controls the position. Van Der Kaas works a leg free and moves into half guard. Mcdowell is looking to control Van Der Kaas's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mcdowell avoid being mounted?#T4# Van Der Kaas wants to pass to mount but Mcdowell is defending the position. Van Der Kaas wants to control but Mcdowell is keeping him busy. Mcdowell misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Van Der Kaas throwing shots but Mcdowell is blocking nicely. #SUB# Mcdowell actively working from the bottom here. Mcdowell has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Van Der Kaas is working away from the top position though. Van Der Kaas controlling the pace. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB# Mcdowell is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Van Der Kaas is tapping! Great win for Mcdowell!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Edmond Mcdowell!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 21, 2017 |
#R1##TD# Macgrzegorz gets caught napping as Mcdowell dives in and scores a takedown. Macgrzegorz manages to retain guard.#ES2# Macgrzegorz has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Mcdowell has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#TD2# Macgrzegorz jumps guard and drags Mcdowell to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB# Mcdowell thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB# Mcdowell drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Mcdowell jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Mcdowell trying to control the position from guard on top but Macgrzegorz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB# Mcdowell is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Macgrzegorz is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Macgrzegorz has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB# Mcdowell throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1# Macgrzegorz slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Mcdowell keeping moving, preventing Macgrzegorz from controlling successfully. Macgrzegorz really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mcdowell. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB# Mcdowell has his foot on Macgrzegorz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Macgrzegorz works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB# Mcdowell looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB# Macgrzegorz avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Macgrzegorz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB# Mcdowell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Macgrzegorz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Macgrzegorz must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Mcdowell thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. Macgrzegorz stays in close to Mcdowell's body and controls the position. Let's hope that Macgrzegorz has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight. The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Macgrzegorz looks to land a left hand but Mcdowell moved out of range nicely. Mcdowell is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Macgrzegorz. Mcdowell is looking to clinch. Macgrzegorz throws a counter combo.#T3##TD2# Macgrzegorz dives in and scores a takedown into Mcdowell's guard. Macgrzegorz controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Mcdowell trying to keep a closed guard but Macgrzegorz is proving a slippery customer.
Macgrzegorz content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Macgrzegorz 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. Macgrzegorz wants to control from the top but Mcdowell keeps moving. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T4##SUB# Mcdowell is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Macgrzegorz defends well.#SUB# Macgrzegorz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mcdowell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Macgrzegorz has managed to get both his arms back between Mcdowell's legs - danger averted. Macgrzegorz controlling from the top position. #SUB# Mcdowell looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Macgrzegorz controls from within his opponent's guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Konrad Macgrzegorz dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2##TD2# Macgrzegorz shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Macgrzegorz controlling the action here. Macgrzegorz is keen to just control but Mcdowell is a slippery customer. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mcdowell keeps control of the position for the meantime. Macgrzegorz trying to control the pace. #T1# Mcdowell is looking to control Macgrzegorz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mcdowell avoid being mounted? Macgrzegorz is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Macgrzegorz. Macgrzegorz working the head and body with strikes. Macgrzegorz is thwarting Mcdowell's attempts to control the position. Macgrzegorz thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mcdowell's head. Well, if Macgrzegorz 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.
Macgrzegorz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Mcdowell misses with some strikes from the bottom.
#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Macgrzegorz shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Macgrzegorz was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Mcdowell is holding Macgrzegorz down, trying to stall. We've been informed that Macgrzegorz has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Mcdowell is trying to control Macgrzegorz's posture but Macgrzegorz avoids it. Macgrzegorz working the ground and pound. Mcdowell is not content to let Macgrzegorz control the position. Mcdowell is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#T3# Macgrzegorz wants to control but Mcdowell is keeping him busy. Mcdowell struggling a bit here. Konrad Macgrzegorz has got the better of the ground game so far. Macgrzegorz wants to control but Mcdowell is keeping him busy. Macgrzegorz is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. Mcdowell tries to strike but it doesn't land. #T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Macgrzegorz working away. We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace. Macgrzegorz wants to stand but Mcdowell has his arm trapped. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Mcdowell tries to close the distance and clinch up but Macgrzegorz swats him away and circles back towards the center. A little jabbing left from Macgrzegorz on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD2# Macgrzegorz scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Mcdowell striking from the bottom. Mcdowell is refusing to be controlled, as Macgrzegorz sits in half guard. Macgrzegorz is breathing heavily. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Mcdowell wants to control but Macgrzegorz is keeping busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Konrad Macgrzegorz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3##TD2# Macgrzegorz looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Mcdowell controls Macgrzegorz momentarily but Macgrzegorz frees himself. Mcdowell being controlled here, momentarily. Macgrzegorz trying to control but Mcdowell is working from the bottom. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Macgrzegorz is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1# Macgrzegorz trying to control but Mcdowell is working from the bottom. Macgrzegorz controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL# Mcdowell gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2# Macgrzegorz gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Macgrzegorz takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Mcdowell working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Macgrzegorz. Mcdowell controlling the position.#T2# Mcdowell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Macgrzegorz is one step ahead there. Mcdowell keeping moving, preventing Macgrzegorz from controlling successfully. Macgrzegorz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Mcdowell avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Macgrzegorz slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Macgrzegorz trying to control the position from guard on top but Mcdowell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL# Mcdowell clinches up with Macgrzegorz and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2# Macgrzegorz jumps guard.
#T3# Mcdowell is looking to work some ground and pound but Macgrzegorz has wrist control. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Macgrzegorz can do anything to dispel that myth. Mcdowell tries to stand but Macgrzegorz is controlling from the bottom. Mcdowell throws a big right hand that misses. Mcdowell wants to control from the top but Macgrzegorz keeps moving. #SU# Mcdowell gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD2# Macgrzegorz closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Macgrzegorz lands in his opponent's guard. Mcdowell throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
#SUB# Mcdowell is looking for a triangle but Macgrzegorz pushes his legs off easily.
#T4# Mcdowell throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Konrad Macgrzegorz is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Macgrzegorz postures up.
Macgrzegorz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Mcdowell keeping moving, preventing Macgrzegorz from controlling successfully. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Macgrzegorz wants to pass the guard but Mcdowell is keeping the position.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Mcdowell tries to clinch up but Macgrzegorz circles away and keeps his distance.
And that's the end of the fight! Konrad Macgrzegorz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Macgrzegorz 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 Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 26:30 Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 26:30 Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Konrad Macgrzegorz! Konrad Macgrzegorz spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 18, 2017 |
#R1##TD2# Mcdowell gets caught flat footed, as Magnuson shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Magnuson is working Mcdowell over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Mcdowell keeping moving, preventing Magnuson from controlling successfully. Mcdowell trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. Mcdowell is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB# Magnuson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mcdowell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Magnuson has managed to get both his arms back between Mcdowell's legs - danger averted.#SU2# Magnuson stands up from guard. Let's bang! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2# Magnuson gets a trip takedown into half guard. Magnuson controlling the action here. #T1##SUB2# Magnuson is working for a kimura but Mcdowell is defending it quite comfortably.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Mcdowell is defending against the submission attempts here by Magnuson.
#SUB# Mcdowell looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Magnuson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mcdowell keeps working. Mcdowell wants to get back to full guard.#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.#SUB2# Magnuson is working for a submission of some sort.
Magnuson is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Magnuson moves into full mount! Mcdowell won't be happy about that! Magnuson landing strikes from the mount. Mcdowell is looking to improve his position but Magnuson isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB2# Magnuson is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Mcdowell is forced to tap! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joe Magnuson!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 03, 2017 |
#R1# A combination from Nathan does no damage. Mcdowell takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT2# It looks like Edmond Mcdowell has been cut.#TD2# Nathan shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Mcdowell napping and manages to drive through into side control! Mcdowell is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Mcdowell taking a bit of punishment here - Nathan scoring with strikes. #ROC2# Mcdowell is rocked!#SUB2# Nathan tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Oh Mcdowell is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Nathan lands a strong strike to the head of Mcdowell. That's dazed him! Nathan looking to finish here. Mcdowell is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Nathan lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Nathan! John Nathan took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'I would like to thank my trainer, my manager and everyone else who supported me. I couldn't have done it without them and I wish to congratulate my opponent as he lost to none other than the future world champion. Now he can brag to his grand children that he fought the great John Nathan.'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 31, 2017 |
#R1##CL2# TCtwo pushes Mcdowell up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2# TCtwo lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Mcdowell is looking to control TCtwo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mcdowell avoid being mounted? The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. TCtwo keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Mcdowell is trying to maintain the position but TCtwo is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB# Mcdowell looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Mcdowell throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. TCtwo trying to mount his opponent but Mcdowell defends it. Mcdowell wants to get back to full guard.#T1# Still in half guard, TCtwo seems content to control. TCtwo thows a huge punch but Mcdowell dodges it nicely.
TCtwo stalling. #SUB# Mcdowell is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but TCtwo pulls his head out easily. TCtwo blocks the strikes from Mcdowell.
#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL# Mcdowell instigates a clinch. #TD2# TCtwo pulls guard. #SUB# Mcdowell drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and TCtwo dives on top into guard.#REVB# TCtwo slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Mcdowell has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but TCtwo has passed into side control.
#T2# Mcdowell gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! TCtwo controlling from mount. Mcdowell is looking to get to half guard. TCtwo tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Mcdowell is trying desperately to improve position.#T3# Mcdowell is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. TCtwo prevents Mcdowell from getting the reversal. TCtwo controlling from the full mount. Mcdowell regains half guard. TCtwo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. TCtwo throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
TCtwo passes to full mount! TCtwo blocks Mcdowell's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom. Mcdowell manages to regain half guard. Good work. TCtwo content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2# TCtwo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Mcdowell has managed to free his arm - good work. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. TCtwo wants to pass the guard but Mcdowell is defending well. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Testcharactertwo TCtwo dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2##CL# Mcdowell moves into the clinch successfully.
Mcdowell displaying some good clinch control by pressing TCtwo up against the cage.#TD2# TCtwo tightens his grip and picks Mcdowell up, before dumping him to the ground. Mcdowell manages to land in guard. TCtwo's corner is telling him to maintain position. TCtwo's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. More stalling from TCtwo. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Mcdowell is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. TCtwo is aware though and is defending well. TCtwo controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1# Mcdowell is trying to hold TCtwo in close to prevent damage but TCtwo has managed to pass into half guard.
TCtwo is controlling the pace.
TCtwo is continuing to stall. TCtwo passes into side control, despite Mcdowell's attempt to control the position.
Mcdowell is trying to control TCtwo's posture but TCtwo avoids it. TCtwo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Mcdowell tries to bench press TCtwo off him but TCtwo keeps the position. Mcdowell is trying to control TCtwo's posture but TCtwo avoids it. Mcdowell knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for TCtwo on the ground. Mcdowell is being controlled here. Mcdowell stops TCtwo from passing to mount. TCtwo is staying tight to Mcdowell's torso, preventing him from escaping. The adventures of TCtwo the control monster continue. Boring. TCtwo passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Mcdowell! TCtwo controlling from the full mount. #T3##SUB2# TCtwo jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Mcdowell manages to avoid the submission attempt. Mcdowell is trying to control TCtwo's posture but TCtwo avoids it. Mcdowell is not content to let TCtwo control the position. TCtwo advances to full mount. TCtwo controlling from the full mount. #T4# Mcdowell is squirming around, avoiding TCtwo's attempts to control the action. TCtwo controlling his opponent. Mcdowell wants to control but TCtwo is having none of it. TCtwo tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB2# TCtwo jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Mcdowell manages to avoid the submission attempt. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! TCtwo tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Testcharactertwo TCtwo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. 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# TCtwo rushes Mcdowell and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. TCtwo avoiding damage as Mcdowell throws knees to the body.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #TD2# TCtwo gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Mcdowell wants to control but TCtwo passes easily into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. TCtwo looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Mcdowell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1# Mcdowell is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment. TCtwo stalling. Mcdowell trying to control but TCtwo postures up.
TCtwo seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB# Mcdowell looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. TCtwo is taking a breather. Mcdowell says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. TCtwo wants to pass to mount but Mcdowell is defending the position. TCtwo missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. TCtwo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Mcdowell moves into full guard.
Mcdowell trying to control the position.
#SUB# Mcdowell working for a triangle but TCtwo defends it easily.
Testcharactertwo TCtwo has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3# Mcdowell throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD# Mcdowell changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. TCtwo looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. TCtwo tries to buck Mcdowell off but Mcdowell is having none of it. TCtwo manages to work his way to half guard, despite Mcdowell's best efforts. TCtwo moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB# Mcdowell drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and TCtwo dives on top into guard.#REVB# Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4# TCtwo's corner is telling him to maintain position. TCtwo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. TCtwo slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. TCtwo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! TCtwo's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB# Mcdowell has his foot on TCtwo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. TCtwo works his way back into a safe position though. Edmond Mcdowell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Testcharactertwo TCtwo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Mcdowell being controlled here, momentarily.
And that's the end of the fight! Testcharactertwo TCtwo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got TCtwo 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 Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30 Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 27:30 Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Testcharactertwo TCtwo!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 24, 2017 |
#R1##CL# Mcdowell closes the distance and pushes Eastwood back into the cage. Eastwood looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#TD2# Eastwood drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB# Mcdowell drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Mcdowell jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Mcdowell controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB# Mcdowell drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Mcdowell jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Mcdowell wants to get up but he can't break Eastwood's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. Mcdowell is in close to Eastwood's body, working some short punches and elbows. Eastwood looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mcdowell showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB# Mcdowell drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Mcdowell jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Mcdowell with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T1# Mcdowell lands a couple of digs.#SUB# Mcdowell thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Mcdowell is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Eastwood preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB# Mcdowell is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. Mcdowell wants to stand but Eastwood has a closed guard, so he can't escape. Mcdowell looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB# Mcdowell drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Eastwood manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Mcdowell has Eastwood in his guard.#REVB##SUB# Eastwood got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mcdowell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Eastwood has managed to get both his arms back between Mcdowell's legs - danger averted. Mcdowell throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Mcdowell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Eastwood is one step ahead there. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Eastwood with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3# Eastwood wanted to stand there but Mcdowell had control of the position. #SUB# Mcdowell is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Eastwood defends well.#SUB# Mcdowell looking for subs off his back but Eastwood has passed one foot through into half guard.
Eastwood misses with a head shot. Mcdowell uses the momentum to regain guard. #SUB# Mcdowell is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Eastwood is aware though and is defending well.#T4# Eastwood working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Mcdowell's head. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Mcdowell scores with a short punch from the bottom. Eastwood must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB# Eastwood got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mcdowell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Eastwood has managed to get both his arms back between Mcdowell's legs - danger averted.#SUB# Eastwood got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mcdowell has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Eastwood has managed to get both his arms back between Mcdowell's legs - danger averted.#SUB# Mcdowell had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Eastwood defends it easily. Eastwood trying to control the position from guard on top but Mcdowell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Mcdowell seems keen to control Eastwood's posture. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Edmond Mcdowell dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Eastwood misses with a body kick. #CL# Mcdowell fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Eastwood, pushing him back against the cage. Mcdowell stalling in the clinch.
Mcdowell is pushing Eastwood up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. Mcdowell is pushing Eastwood up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. Mcdowell is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Eastwood is trying to break the clinch but Mcdowell is controlling him. Eastwood is breathing heavily. Mcdowell leaning his opponent against the cage.#T1# The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Edmond Mcdowell. Mcdowell avoids a kick to the body.
#CL# Mcdowell moves into the clinch. Mcdowell taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Mcdowell misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Eastwood.
Eastwood tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. The referee calls for Mcdowell to work.
Mcdowell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Eastwood can do to turn this around? Mcdowell blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Eastwood being controlled against the cage. A nice glancing elbow lands by Mcdowell. Eastwood is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Mcdowell looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T2# Mcdowell missing with knees to the body.
Mcdowell taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Mcdowell taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
#TD2# Eastwood ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Eastwood no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU# Mcdowell stands up from Eastwood's guard - Mcdowell perhaps looking for a knockout. Clint Eastwood seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL# Mcdowell clinches up against the cage. Mcdowell trying to land knees to the body.
Eastwood managing to block the knees to the body from Mcdowell.
Mcdowell doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mcdowell is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Mcdowell leaning his opponent against the cage.#T3# Mcdowell effectively controlling the action here. Mcdowell is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Edmond Mcdowell.#CL# Eastwood tries to keep at a distance but Mcdowell has taken the fight into the clinch. Mcdowell is pushing Eastwood up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Eastwood throws a knee to the head but misses.
Mcdowell tries to land knees in the clinch but Eastwood avoids the damage to the body. Eastwood on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Mcdowell slows down the pace here.
#TD2# Eastwood has picked Mcdowell up - he's going for a ride! Eastwood dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Mcdowell missing with punches from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Mcdowell keeps control of the position for the meantime. Mcdowell 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. Mcdowell is trying to control but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Edmond Mcdowell dominated that second round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3##TD# Eastwood gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Mcdowell landing with the ground and pound. Mcdowell distracts Eastwood with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Mcdowell wants to stand but Eastwood is controlling his posture from full guard. #SU# Mcdowell stands up from Eastwood's guard - Mcdowell perhaps looking for a knockout. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Excellent takedown into side control there by Eastwood. #T1# Mcdowell tries to strike but it doesn't land. Eastwood takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Mcdowell striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Mcdowell is looking to reverse the position. Mcdowell gets back to half guard. Mcdowell lands with a few short shots to the body. Eastwood wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mcdowell keeps working. Clint Eastwood has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB# Mcdowell actively working from the bottom here.#SUB# Mcdowell looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Mcdowell landing a few short strikes. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Mcdowell trying to control but Eastwood postures up.
#SUB# Mcdowell actively working from the bottom here.#SUB# Mcdowell is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Eastwood is tapping! Great win for Mcdowell!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Edmond Mcdowell!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 18, 2017 |
#R1# TCthree lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mcdowell's sensitive parts. TCthree tries to bum rush Mcdowell with a series of wild strikes but Mcdowell uses good footwork to avoid the assault. A clash of legs there as Mcdowell blocks the low kick.#CL2# TCthree moves into range and clinches up with Mcdowell. Mcdowell is stalling here.
Mcdowell lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC# Mcdowell breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. TCthree fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mcdowell.#CL# TCthree gets tackled into the cage by Mcdowell. Mcdowell maintains the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC# Mcdowell escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
TCthree stalks Mcdowell and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Mcdowell's face. Mcdowell staggers backwards, shaken.#CL2# TCthree closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Mcdowell displaying some good clinch control by pressing TCthree up against the cage. Mcdowell pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T1# Nice body punch from Mcdowell - that landed with a thud.
TCthree is trying to break the clinch but Mcdowell is controlling him. Mcdowell taking a breather. TCthree tries to break free but Mcdowell pushes him back against the cage. TCthree wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mcdowell pushes off an throws an elbow but TCthree leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. A short left from Mcdowell. Mcdowell's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not. Stalling in the clinch from Mcdowell.
#T2# TCthree wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Mcdowell stalling against the cage.
#BC# Mcdowell breaks from the clinch.
#CL2# TCthree drives through and clinches with Mcdowell against the cage.
Mcdowell digs a right hand into TCthree's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on TCthree's gas tank. #BC# Mcdowell escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mcdowell avoids the head kick by TCthree.
#CL2# TCthree closes the distance and clinches. TCthree avoids the elbow strike from Mcdowell, against the cage.
Mcdowell throws an elbow but it misses.
TCthree managing to block the knees to the body from Mcdowell.
#T3# Mcdowell trying to land knees to the body.
Mcdowell is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. TCthree is defending well for now. TCthree working hard to break the clinch. Mcdowell tried to land a shot to the body but connects with TCthree's elbow. Mcdowell avoiding damage.
TCthree tries to break the clinch but Mcdowell is controlling the position. Mcdowell lands a shot to the body.#BC# Mcdowell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2# TCthree closes the distance and clinches. TCthree looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Mcdowell tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and TCthree avoids it.#T4# A frustrated look appears on TCthree's face as he tries to break the clinch. TCthree prevents a body shot from Mcdowell. The referee calls for Mcdowell to work.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Mcdowell taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Mcdowell lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. TCthree wants to break the clinch but can't.
TCthree avoiding damage as Mcdowell throws knees to the body.
TCthree wants to break free but Mcdowell has control.
TCthree looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Mcdowell taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Edmond Mcdowell dominated that round. That's time! Mcdowell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2##CL# Mcdowell closes the distance and clinches. Mcdowell taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
TCthree avoiding damage as Mcdowell throws knees to the body.
Edmond Mcdowell has scored more points in the clinch so far. The referee calls for Mcdowell to work.
Mcdowell holding his opponent close, against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Edmond Mcdowell.#CL# Mcdowell forces TCthree back against the cage and clinches. TCthree is trying to push Mcdowell away but Mcdowell has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mcdowell struggles to land a body shot inside as TCthree controls his hands.
Mcdowell is struggling to control the position. Mcdowell taking a breather.#T1# TCthree taking a breather. Mcdowell goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Mcdowell.
TCthree is trying to break the clinch but Mcdowell is controlling him.#BC# Mcdowell escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
TestCharacterthree TCthree is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. TCthree misses with a head kick.
Mcdowell tries to counter by moving into the clinch but TCthree manages to circle out of the way. Mcdowell avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#CL2# TCthree clinches with his opponent.
The referee calls for Mcdowell to work.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#T2# Mcdowell utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. TCthree has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Mcdowell taking a breather. Mcdowell controlling the action here for a moment.
Mcdowell misses with an elbow over the top. TCthree misses with some punches.
#T3# Come on Mcdowell - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
TCthree is trying to maintain a safe position but Mcdowell gets an underhook and turns TCthree into the cage. Mcdowell keeps control of TCthree as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. TCthree has had enough of the clinch but Mcdowell keeps him there for the moment. Mcdowell will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning TCthree up against the cage. Mcdowell is struggling to control the position. The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Edmond Mcdowell. TCthree looks to land a combination but Mcdowell avoids it well. #CL# TCthree gets tackled into the cage by Mcdowell. Mcdowell maintains the clinch. Mcdowell content to slow the pace in the clinch.
#T4# Mcdowell presses TCthree against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Mcdowell taking a breather. Mcdowell keeps control of TCthree as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. TCthree can't break the clinch.
#BC# Mcdowell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2# TCthree gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. TCthree looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. TCthree tries to break free but Mcdowell pushes him back against the cage. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Mcdowell has TCthree pressed against the cage.
TCthree has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Edmond Mcdowell dominated that second round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3##CL# Mcdowell has managed to clinch.
#BC# Mcdowell's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2# TCthree moves into range and clinches up with Mcdowell. A head punch on the inside from TCthree fails to land. Mcdowell leaning his opponent against the cage. Mcdowell stalling in the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Mcdowell takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. TCthree working hard to break the clinch. Mcdowell tries to land knees in the clinch but TCthree avoids the damage to the body. TCthree misses with an elbow strike.
#T1# TCthree wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mcdowell has him pressed against the cage. Mcdowell slowing the pace effectively. Mcdowell keeps control of TCthree as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. The referee calls for Mcdowell to work.
TCthree blocks an elbow strike from Mcdowell.
#BC# Mcdowell escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL# Mcdowell forces TCthree back against the cage and clinches. TCthree wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mcdowell prevents TCthree from breaking the clinch. A right hook to the body lands for Mcdowell.
Mcdowell avoiding damage.
#T2# TCthree is trying to break free. Mcdowell holding his opponent close, against the cage.
TCthree letting Mcdowell take a breather here. TCthree being controlled against the cage. The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Edmond Mcdowell. A head kick by TCthree misses #CL# and Mcdowell holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Mcdowell misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from TCthree.
TCthree has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. TCthree tries to break free but Mcdowell pushes him back against the cage. Mcdowell is struggling to control the position.#T3# TCthree tries to break free but Mcdowell pushes him back against the cage. Stalling in the clinch from Mcdowell.
Mcdowell taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
TCthree tries to break free but Mcdowell pushes him back against the cage. TCthree is trying to push Mcdowell away but Mcdowell has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. TCthree is trying to force a seperation but Mcdowell has the dominant position. TCthree is trying to stall.
TCthree avoids the elbow strike from Mcdowell, against the cage.
TCthree working hard to break the clinch. Mcdowell will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning TCthree up against the cage.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. TCthree with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Mcdowell is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. Mcdowell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that TCthree can do to turn this around? Mcdowell is stalling here.
Mcdowell holding his opponent close, against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Edmond Mcdowell. TCthree looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Mcdowell on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by TCthree. TCthree obviously looking to wear him down.
TestCharacterthree TCthree has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Edmond Mcdowell is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Mcdowell avoids a kick to the body.
And that's the end of the fight! Edmond Mcdowell showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Mcdowell, 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:27 Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27 Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Edmond Mcdowell!
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