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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 19, 2017 |
#R1#
Battle takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#CL2#
Ronell darts in and clinches Battle up against the cage.
Battle blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Battle is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ronell pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Battle tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Battle jumps guard but Ronell stands there with Battle around his waist. Battle gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Greg Battle. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Battle tries to pull guard but Ronell won't allow it.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Ronell as Battle tries to tie him up.
Battle is trying to pull guard but Ronell turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Ronell pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ronell defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Battle.
Ronell throws a low kick but it's checked well by Battle.
Battle tried to counter with a leg kick but Ronell avoided it.#TD2#
Ronell scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T1#
Ronell tries to stand but Battle is controlling his head.
Ronell throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Ronell is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Battle's shoulder. That is not cool.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Ronell stands up and we're back to a striking position. #TD2#
Ronell darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Ronell not doing much here.
#T2##SU2#
Ronell stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Battle to get to his feet. #CL2#
Ronell gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Battle jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ronell walks away with a smile on his face. Battle gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Ronell throws a body kick that misses. #TD2#
Ronell shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Battle is trying to defend but Ronell finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Ronell controlling the action here. #T3#
Battle wants to control but Ronell is keeping busy.
Ronell seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Still in half guard, Ronell seems content to control.#SUB2#
Ronell wants to work for an arm triangle but Battle is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Battle is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Ronell is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Battle is just riding it out for now. Ronell eventually gives up the hold.
Battle might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SU2#
Ronell escapes and gets back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tim Ronell dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
A head kick misses from Battle. #TD2#
Ronell looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Battle!
Battle tries to buck Ronell off but Ronell is having none of it.
Ronell wants to stand but Battle is controlling his arm.
Ronell staying calm.
Ronell has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Battle!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ronell sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T1#
Ronell lands a heavy elbow. #SU2#
Ronell stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
A head kick misses from Ronell.
An attempted straight right counter from Battle misses the target.
Ronell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Ronell gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Ronell has Battle pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Ronell pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Battle tumbling to the mat - Ronell dives into Battle's guard.
Ronell is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Battle working a defensive guard here.
Ronell trying to control but Battle is working from the bottom. #T2#
Battle is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ronell wants to control from the top but Battle keeps moving.
Ronell content to stall in guard here.
Let's hope that Ronell 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.#T3#
Ronell is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ronell's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Tim Ronell has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ronell sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Ronell drops back, looking for a kneebar! Battle looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Battle looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Battle! #REVR#
Ronell keeping his opponent close.
Battle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ronell keeps working. #T4#
Ronell gets back to half guard.
Ronell is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Battle's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Battle's back!
Ronell biding his time, looking for the opening.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Ronell looking for the choke from the back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tim Ronell 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! This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Battle tries to keep at a distance but Ronell has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Ronell jumps into guard, dragging Battle to the mat.
Ronell wants to stand but Battle is controlling the position.
Battle won't allow Ronell to sweep him here.
Ronell managing to control the position.
Battle wants to stand but Ronell has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Battle trying to control but Ronell is working from the bottom.
Ronell lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T1#
Battle trying to control the position.
Battle being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ronell wants to control from the top but Battle keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Ronell closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Ronell turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#T3#
Battle tries to improve position but can't.
Battle is not content to let Ronell control the position.
Ronell wants to stand but Battle is controlling his arm.
Battle prevents Ronell from moving into mount.
Ronell tries to score with some ground and pound. Battle controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #SUB2#
Ronell wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Battle, who protects the arm well.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ronell's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Battle takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Ronell taking a breather here.
Battle is working to avoid the ground and pound but Ronell connects with a decent elbow.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ronell works to advance to full mount. Battle defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Greg Battle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tim Ronell is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ronell landing strikes, looking to finish!
And that's the end of the fight!
Tim Ronell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ronell 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tim Ronell!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 07, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Whitaker moves into range and clinches up with Battle.#TD#
Battle manages to pull guard.
Whitaker stops Battle from standing up.
Whitaker distracts Battle with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Whitaker drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Battle manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Whitaker has Battle in his guard.#REVR#
Whitaker is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Battle is looking to work some ground and pound but Whitaker has wrist control.#SU#
Battle gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Pernell Whitaker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Whitaker fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Battle, pushing him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Battle breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Whitaker lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#CUT2#
It looks like Greg Battle has been cut.
Battle tries for a takedown but Whitaker sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
You can follow us on Twitter at...Ooooooh Battle got wobbled bad by a big combination! Whitaker presses forward with punches and knees until Battle stumbles to the ground! The ref watches Battle closely before deciding to step in and end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pernell Whitaker!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 31, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Murphy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Battle, pushing him back against the cage.
Battle can't break the clinch.
Battle tries to pull guard but Murphy forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Murphy throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Battle jumps guard but Murphy stands there with Battle around his waist. Battle gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Murphy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Battle tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Greg Battle. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Battle ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Battle no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU2#
Murphy gets to his feet. Battle looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #CL2#
Murphy clinches with his opponent.
Battle tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Murphy just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD2#
Murphy pulls guard successfully.
Murphy trying to keep a closed guard but Battle is proving a slippery customer.
#ES2#
Murphy is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Murphy is trying to trip Battle. He has hold of a leg but Battle is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Murphy persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Murphy's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T1#
Let's hope that Murphy 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.
Murphy throws a big right hand that misses.
Murphy's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Murphy is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SU2#
Murphy gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Murphy swats away the attempt to clinch by Battle.#TD2#
Murphy closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Battle's guard.
Battle is looking to stand back up but Murphy counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Battle. #REVR#
Murphy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Battle might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
Murphy stalling.
Battle is looking to control Murphy's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Battle avoid being mounted?
Murphy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Murphy controlling the pace.
Murphy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Murphy is taking a breather. Battle 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.
Battle wants to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Murphy controlling the action here.
Murphy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor Murphy dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD2#
Murphy closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Battle quickly recovers to half guard.
Battle is trying to get back to full guard.
Battle is refusing to be controlled, as Murphy sits in half guard.
Battle wants to get back to full guard but Murphy has passed into side control.
Battle 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #SU2#
Murphy stands up and we're back to a striking position. #T1#
Murphy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Battle stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD2#
Murphy looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Battle!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Murphy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Battle keeps working.
Battle is trying to improve his position.
Murphy tries to advance position but instead Battle slips a leg back in to half guard.
Murphy keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T2##SUB2#
Murphy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Murphy tries to pass to full mount but Battle defends it.
Murphy not doing much here.
#T3#
Murphy trying to control from half guard but Battle is working away. #SUB#
Battle actively working from the bottom here.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A thudding body kick lands there by Murphy!
Murphy stuffs the takedown attempt from Battle. Battle gets slowly back to his feet. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#TD2#
Murphy decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2#
Murphy wants to work for an arm triangle but Battle is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Battle is trying to maintain the position but Murphy is very close to passing his half guard.
Battle is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Murphy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Connor Murphy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Battle tries to keep at a distance but Murphy has taken the fight into the clinch.
Battle is trying to stall.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Murphy.
Battle is trying to break the clinch but Murphy is controlling him.#TD2#
Murphy has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Battle regains guard immediately.
Murphy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Murphy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Murphy's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Murphy won't allow Battle to sweep him here.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#SUB#
Battle has his foot on Murphy's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Murphy works his way back into a safe position though.
Murphy throwing strikes from guard but Battle blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#TD#
Battle dives in and scores a takedown into Murphy's guard.#ES2#
Murphy has his feet on Battle's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Murphy shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Murphy showed some decent athleticism there.
Murphy content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Connor Murphy has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Murphy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Battle defending well though.
Murphy is looking to take a break and control but Battle is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Murphy not doing much here.
Battle tries to get to full guard but Murphy has control of the leg.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Battle is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Murphy's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Murphy's back!#SUB#
Battle is persistently looking for the submission but Murphy is defending it well.
Murphy wants to get back to his feet.
Battle not allowing Murphy to control his hands.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Connor Murphy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Murphy 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 William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Connor Murphy!
Connor Murphy 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Milavic keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Battle does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Milavic throws a counter combo.#TD2#
Milavic drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB#
Milavic got a little sloppy there for a moment and Battle has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Milavic has managed to get both his arms back between Battle's legs - danger averted.
Milavic 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.
Milavic would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Milavic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Battle keeping moving, preventing Milavic from controlling successfully. #T1#
Milavic passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Battle is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Milavic is trying to get an arm triangle but Battle is defending well.
Battle regains half guard.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Battle is looking to improve his position.
Battle is refusing to be controlled, as Milavic sits in half guard.
Milavic thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Milavic is keen to just control but Battle is a slippery customer.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Milavic wants to stand up but Battle is controlling the position.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Milavic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2#
Milavic shoots in and bounces Battle off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Battle is looking to stand back up but Milavic counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Battle. #REVR#
Milavic lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Battle wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Milavic working over Battle with some ground and pound. Battle looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Milavic is looking to stall here but Battle recovers full guard. #T4##SUB#
Battle is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Milavic controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Milavic throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Battle works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Milavic wants to stand but Battle has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Milavic passes Battle's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Haris Milavic dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Battle enables Milavic to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Battle manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Milavic tries to stand but Battle is controlling from the bottom.
Milavic tries to free his leg and advance position but Battle is retaining full guard.
Milavic trying to control but Battle is working from the bottom.
Milavic is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Battle is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Battle has his foot on Milavic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Milavic works his way back into a safe position though.#T1#
Milavic makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Milavic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Milavic postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Battle thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Milavic's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Haris Milavic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Milavic drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Milavic wants to stand and escape but instead Battle has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Milavic has a closed guard, preventing Battle from standing up. #T2#
Milavic working a defensive guard here.
Milavic 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.
Milavic trying to keep a closed guard but Battle is proving a slippery customer.
Milavic pulls Battle in to control the position.
Milavic is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Milavic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Battle trying to control the position from guard on top but Milavic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Haris Milavic has got the better of the ground game so far.
Battle throwing strikes from guard but Milavic blocks nicely. #T3#
Battle preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Milavic shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Battle is trying to defend but Milavic finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Milavic trying to control from half guard but Battle is working away.
Battle is looking for a sweep. Milavic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Battle is trying to control but can't.
Milavic scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T4#
Milavic is keen to just control but Battle is a slippery customer.
Milavic moves into full mount! Battle won't be happy about that!
Milavic lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Battle hang on?
Milavic looking to control but Battle is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Milavic postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Battle in real trouble here! The ref calls for Battle to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Haris Milavic!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 08, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Battle drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Williams is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Battle stays in close to Williams's body and controls the position.
Battle wants to stand but Williams has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Battle is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Williams looking for a guillotine here but Battle defends easily.
#SUB2#
Williams has his foot on Battle's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Battle works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Battle wants to stand but Williams has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Battle slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Williams isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Battle stacks Williams on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Battle!
Williams is looking to regain half guard here but Battle keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Williams is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Battle off and has taken his back!
Battle knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Williams on the ground.
Battle just trying to survive but Williams is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB2#
Williams is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Battle knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Battle for a finish.
Battle wants to escape the position.
Williams tries to keep control of the position but Battle is staying busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Battle's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Battle trying to control but not successfully.
Williams connects with a big shot to the side of Battle's head.
#T2##SUB2#
Williams is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Battle knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Battle for a finish.
Williams keeps control of the position as Battle tries to break free.
Well, with Williams on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Battle is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#SUB2#
Williams is working for a rear naked choke. Battle is not defending it well and Williams has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Battle refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Battle's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Steven Jr Williams!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 29, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Curtain drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Curtain working the strikes but Battle uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Curtain prevents Battle from improving his position.#SUB2#
Curtain looking for a submission but Battle manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Battle trying to control the position.
Battle utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Battle keeping moving, preventing Curtain from controlling successfully.
Battle has momentary wrist control but Curtain slips an elbow through the middle.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Curtain accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Curtain trying to control but Battle is working from the bottom.
Curtain is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
Curtain postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Battle is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Curtain, into his guard. #REVR#
Battle engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Curtain escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Battle gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Curtain had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Battle defends it easily.
Curtain has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Curtain looks winded!#T2#
Curtain looking to control.
Curtain doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Curtain wants to sweep here but Battle controlling him for the moment.
Battle trying to stand up but can't free himself from Curtain's guard.
Curtain being controlled here, momentarily.
Battle throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Battle in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Curtain shoots in and gets a takedown into Battle's guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Curtain preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Battle had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Curtain defends it easily.
Battle trying to keep a closed guard but Curtain is proving a slippery customer.
Curtain missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Curtain is working Battle over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T4#
Curtain trying to control the position from guard on top but Battle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Curtain is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Curtain preventing the sweep.
Curtain wants to control from the top but Battle keeps moving.
Battle utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Battle trying to keep a closed guard but Curtain is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Battle drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Annette Curtain 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##TD2#
Curtain fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Battle to the ground. Curtain is now in Battle's guard.
Curtain trying to control but Battle is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Curtain 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.
Battle not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Curtain is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Curtain postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Battle is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Curtain, into his guard. #REVR#
Battle working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Curtain's head.#T1#
Curtain manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Battle manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Curtain wants to control from the top but Battle keeps moving.
Battle 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#
Battle perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SU#
Battle stands up out of the half guard. #T2#
Curtain defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Battle.#TD2#
Curtain shoots in and gets a takedown into Battle's guard.#SUB#
Battle looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Battle keeping moving, preventing Curtain from controlling successfully.
Curtain passes Battle's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Curtain seems to be working for a kimura but Battle defends the submission attempt.#T3##SUB2#
Battle is defending against the submission attempts here by Curtain.
Battle controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Curtain tries to pass to full mount but Battle defends it. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nice strikes from Curtain there. #SUB2#
Curtain is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Battle is just riding it out for now. Curtain eventually gives up the hold.
Battle is pressing down on Curtain's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Battle trying to keep a closed guard but Curtain is proving a slippery customer.
Annette Curtain has got the better of the ground game so far.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Annette Curtain showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. 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#
Battle shoots in but no luck this time.
Curtain changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Battle throws a head kick but Curtain moves out of range.
Curtain feints the counter takedown.
Battle throws a low kick but Curtain avoids it.#CL2#
Curtain rushes Battle and presses him up against the cage.
Curtain will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Battle up against the cage.
Curtain looking to throw knees to the head but Battle is blocking nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Curtain has picked Battle up - he's going for a ride! Curtain dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#ES#
Battle kicks off Curtain and gets to his feet. #TD2#
Curtain shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Battle is trying to defend but Curtain finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Curtain takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1##SUB2#
Curtain is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Battle defends it well.
Curtain blocks the strikes from Battle.
Battle tries to get to full guard but Curtain has control of the leg.
Battle is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Curtain's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Curtain's back!#SUB#
Battle is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Curtain has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Battle has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Curtain taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Battle doesn't care though - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Greg Battle!
Annette Curtain was interviewed post fight and said 'Gutted'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Battle tries to clinch up but Wycc circles away and keeps his distance.
Battle has his takedown stuffed
and Wycc counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Battle is lucky that one didn't land flush. #CL2#
Battle gets tackled into the cage by Wycc. Wycc maintains the clinch. #TD#
Battle lands a 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.
Battle 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.
Wycc is trying to keep Battle in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Battle stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Battle has his takedown stuffed#CL2#
and Wycc moves into the clinch.#T1##TD#
Battle successfully pulls guard.
Battle manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Wycc manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Wycc really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Battle. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Wycc bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Battle's guard. #REVB#
Battle looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Battle is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Battle is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Battle won't allow Wycc to get back to his feet.
Wycc being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
Battle trying to control the position from guard on top but Wycc is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Battle is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Battle trying to control the position from guard on top but Wycc is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wycc 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.#T3#
Wycc controls Battle momentarily but Battle frees himself. #SU#
Wycc is working an open guard so Battle takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Wycc is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Wycc lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Battle throws a lazy head kick
and Wycc counters with a nice kick to the body.
Battle tries to score a power double leg takedown but Wycc sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Battle somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Greg Battle. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Battle shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Wycc but Wycc pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Battle is breathing heavily.#T4#
Wycc lands with a kick to the temple. Battle shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Wycc has Battle pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Wycc pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Battle tumbling to the mat - Wycc dives into Battle's guard.#ES#
Battle has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Wycc off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Wycc gets a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bombom Wycc will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Wycc closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Wycc pulls guard effortlessly. #SU#
Battle stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Wycc pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#TD#
Battle scores with a takedown into Wycc's guard.
Battle is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Wycc can do anything to dispel that myth.#SU#
Battle stands up from Wycc's guard - Battle perhaps looking for a knockout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Battle shoots in for a takedown but Wycc shows good takedown defense.
Wycc feints the counter takedown.
Battle shoots for a takedown but Wycc saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bombom Wycc is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Battle avoids the head kick by Wycc.
Battle shoots for a takedown but Wycc saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Greg Battle. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD#
Wycc gets caught flat footed, as Battle shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SU#
Battle stands up from Wycc's guard - Battle perhaps looking for a knockout.
Wycc misses with a head kick.
Battle lets loose with a powerful body kick. Wycc will feel that in the morning.
Battle dives in for a single leg takedown but Wycc sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL2#
Battle tries to keep at a distance but Wycc has taken the fight into the clinch.
Battle has Wycc pressed against the cage.
#T2##BC2#
Wycc breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Wycc instigates a clinch. #TD#
Battle gets control of Wycc's arms and successfully pulls guard. Battle will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
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!
Wycc is looking to stand up but Battle won't let him.
Battle is trying to control the position but Wycc postures up.
Wycc is looking to stand up but Battle won't let him. #T3#
Battle trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Battle working a defensive guard here.
Battle pulls Wycc in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Battle looking to control.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Battle looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
As Battle backs off Wycc throws a huge counter combo but Battle manages to avoid it all.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Wycc looks to land a combination but Battle avoids it well. #CL2#
Wycc takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Wycc drags the fight down to the ground.
Battle throws a big right hand that misses.
Battle chips away with some ground and pound.
Battle controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Battle wants to control from the top but Wycc keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bombom Wycc 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! This is the final round!
#R3#
Battle wants to slow Wycc down by chopping away at his legs. #CL2#
Wycc clinches up with Battle and pushes him back against the cage.
Battle has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Wycc after a bit of a struggle.
Battle can't get the takedown.
#BC2#
Wycc breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Wycc ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Battle moves away.
Wycc goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Battle shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Wycc as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Greg Battle. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Battle.#T1##CL2#
Wycc has closed the distance and engaged Battle in a clinch.
Battle trying to stall but Wycc improves his position.
Battle blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#TD#
Battle gets control of Wycc's arms and successfully pulls guard. Battle will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Wycc must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Battle is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Wycc has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wycc looking for a sweep. Not yet Wycc, not yet. #SU#
Battle decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Battle tries to score a power double leg takedown but Wycc sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Battle somewhat.#T2##CL2#
Wycc has Battle up against the cage in a clinch.
Battle is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Battle is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Battle has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Wycc is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T3#
Battle tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Wycc smiles and moves away.
#CL2#
Wycc gets a clinch.
Battle blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#TD2#
Wycc has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Battle regains guard immediately.
Battle trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Wycc trying to stand up but can't free himself from Battle's guard.
Wycc is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T4#
Battle 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#
Battle thows a huge punch but Wycc dodges it nicely.
Battle is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Battle is looking to take a break and control but Wycc is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wycc is doing well to control the position and prevent Battle from advancing to side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU#
Battle stands up and beckons Wycc to join him on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bombom Wycc comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Wycc 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 James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bombom Wycc!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 15, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Battle tries to keep at a distance but Hoolihan has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hoolihan prevents Battle from breaking the clinch.
Hoolihan lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Battle is trying to break the clinch but Hoolihan is controlling him.
Hoolihan stops a takedown attempt from Battle.
Battle is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hoolihan to keep the fight standing.
Battle fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Greg Battle. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Battle is trying to break the clinch but Hoolihan is controlling him.
Battle tries for a takedown. No joy.
Battle misses with a punch to the body.
#TD2#
Hoolihan has Battle pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Hoolihan pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Battle tumbling to the mat - Hoolihan dives into Battle's guard.#ES#
Battle manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Battle tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#TD2#
Hoolihan manages to pull guard.
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!
Hoolihan being controlled here, momentarily. #T1#
Hoolihan looking for a sweep. Not yet Hoolihan, not yet. #SUB2#
Hoolihan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Battle doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Battle manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hoolihan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Battle sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Battle has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Hoolihan is proving hard to escape from.
Battle sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hoolihan pulls Battle in close to his closed guard and prevents Battle from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hoolihan is trying to control the position but Battle postures up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Hoolihan dives in and scores a takedown into Battle's guard.
Hoolihan cracks Battle with a solid left hand.
Hoolihan throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Battle works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Battle keeping moving, preventing Hoolihan from controlling successfully.
Hoolihan is looking to stand up but Battle won't let him. #T3#
Hoolihan slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Hoolihan tries to advance position but instead Battle slips a leg back in to half guard. #SU2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hoolihan stands up out of the half guard. #TD2#
Hoolihan changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Battle looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#ES#
Battle sneaks out the side door and pushes Hoolihan away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T4##TD2#
Hoolihan fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Battle sprawls well initially but Hoolihan persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Battle pushes Hoolihan off and gets back to his feet.
Battle is breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hoolihan scores with a three punch combo!
#CUT2#
It looks like Greg Battle has been cut.
Jab, jab by Hoolihan - just one landing. #ROC2#
Battle is rocked!#TD2#
Hoolihan dives in and gets a big takedown. He lands in full mount and immediately unloads a series of heavy strikes! Battle has had enough and taps out.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Bernard Hoolihan!
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