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by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 28, 2017 |
#R1#
No luck for Johnson with that takedown attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Newman misses the target.
Johnson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Johnson fails with the takedown
letting Newman counter with a right hand.
Darnell Newman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ray Johnson.
Newman has a takedown stuffed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Johnson fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Newman to the ground. Johnson is now in Newman's guard.
Johnson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Johnson tries to stand but Newman is controlling from the bottom.
Newman will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Newman seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB#
Newman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Johnson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Johnson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Newman is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Newman keeping moving, preventing Johnson from controlling successfully.
Johnson missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Newman really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Newman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Newman manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Johnson manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Johnson is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Johnson with a flurry of punches that miss.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Newman wants to sweep here but Johnson controlling him for the moment.
Johnson postures up.
Johnson wants to get up but he can't break Newman's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Johnson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Johnson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Newman's guard.
Newman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3#
Newman wants to control the position but Johnson says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Johnson slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Johnson seems to be working for a kimura but Newman defends the submission attempt.
Still in half guard, Johnson seems content to control.
Newman moves into full guard.
Johnson stands and throws Newman's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Johnson happy to just control the position for now. #T4#
Newman looks to move to half guard but instead Johnson has passed into mount! Damn!
Newman is looking to improve his position but Johnson isn't that keen on the idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Johnson thowing shots but they're missing.
Newman wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Newman covering up well under a series of strikes from Johnson.
Newman staying busy and making it hard for Johnson to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Johnson tightening his grip on Newman, looking for the choke.
Johnson trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Newman doesn't escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Johnson dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##CL2#
Johnson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Newman, pushing him back against the cage.
Newman looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Johnson wants to take the fight to the mat but Newman manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Johnson tries to pull guard but Newman won't allow it.
Johnson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Johnson is trying to pull guard but Newman has him pressed against the cage.
Darnell Newman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ray Johnson.
The referee is keeping an eye on Johnson - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Newman can't break the clinch.
#T1#
Johnson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Newman wants a takedown but no success here.
Newman prevents a takedown attempt there.
Johnson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Newman to keep the fight standing.
Newman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Johnson lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Newman.
Johnson scores with a shoulder strike.
Newman dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Newman'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.#T2#
Newman tries to break the clinch but Johnson is controlling the position.
Newman jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Johnson walks away with a smile on his face. Newman gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
A nice inside leg kick there by Johnson. That's going to slow Newman down. #CL2#
Johnson has managed to clinch.
Newman is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Johnson drags the fight down to the ground.
Newman wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving. #T3#
Newman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Newman working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Newman content to stall in guard here.
Newman throws a strike but Johnson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Newman working a defensive guard here.
#T4#
Johnson preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Newman looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SU2#
Johnson gets to his feet - Newman follows without any prompting.
Johnson throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Newman's head.#ROC2#
Newman is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Darnell Newman has been cut.
Nice takedown defense from Newman. No joy for Johnson on that attempt.
Oh Newman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Johnson is breathing heavily.
Johnson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Newman sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL2#
Johnson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Johnson stalling.
#BC2#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Johnson closes the distance and clinches.
Newman misses with some punches.
Johnson taking a breather.
Johnson is leaning against Newman and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Newman is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Johnson jumps guard but Newman turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Johnson blocks an elbow strike from Newman.
Newman tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Johnson looking to slow down the pace here.#BC2#
Johnson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Johnson dives in and grabs Newman's left leg, looking for a takedown. Newman pushes down on Johnson's head and hops out.
Johnson darts in looking for a takedown but Newman gets double underhooks and turns Johnson into the cage.
Newman tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Johnson manages to circle out of the way.
Johnson stuffs the takedown attempt from Newman. Newman gets slowly back to his feet.
Johnson looks to score with a jab to the body but Newman is just out of range.
Johnson closes the distance and clinches up with Newman, looking for a takedown. Johnson pushes Newman against the cage but Newman circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL2#
Johnson rushes Newman and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Newman taking a breather.
Newman misses with the head strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Johnson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Darnell Newman's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Newman lands with a hook. Johnson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Johnson with a poor takedown
and Newman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Newman's jab looks to have found its range, popping Johnson under the eye.
Johnson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Johnson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Johnson wants it to stay on the feet.
Johnson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Newman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Johnson gets a clinch. #T1#
Newman looking to throw knees to the head but Johnson is blocking nicely.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Newman seems to have got his legs back now.
Johnson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Johnson is trying to pull guard but Newman has him pressed against the cage.
Darnell Newman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ray Johnson.
Johnson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Johnson is trying to drag Newman to the mat but Newman just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC2#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Newman stuffs the takedown.
Ray Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Johnson misses with a takedown
and Newman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Newman dodges the punch combination from Johnson.
Newman appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Newman misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Johnson throws a counter combo.
Newman misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Johnson closes the distance and pushes Newman back into the cage.
Johnson is trying to break the clinch but Newman is controlling him.#T3#
Johnson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Johnson blocks a body shot from Newman. #BC2#
Johnson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Newman is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#CL2#
Newman tries to keep at a distance but Johnson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Newman prevents a takedown attempt there.
Johnson working Newman over with knees to the body.
Johnson is looking to control Newman's arms but Newman gets an underhook and turns him. Now Johnson has his back to the cage. #T4#
Newman is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Newman tries to circle away but Johnson has him pinned against the cage.
Johnson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Newman softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Newman breaks the clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Newman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Johnson.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Johnson is defended easily by Newman.
Newman throwing a counter right hand but Johnson manages to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Darnell Newman.
I think Johnson has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ray Johnson!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 20, 2017 |
#R1#
Killer fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Newman.
A head kick misses from Killer.
Newman tries to counter by clinching up but Killer breaks away and moves out of range.#CL2#
Killer has managed to clinch.
Killer throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Newman blocks it with crossed arms.
Killer crunches a lovely knee into Newman's ribcage.
Killer working Newman over with knees to the body.
Killer is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#BC2#
Killer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Killer has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
Killer drags the fight down to the ground.
Killer is pulling down on Newman's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
Killer has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Newman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Killer is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T1##ES2#
Killer pushes Newman off and gets back to his feet.
#CL2#
Killer has closed the distance and engaged Newman in a clinch.
#BC2#
Killer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Newman's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Killer connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Newman scrambles back to his feet.
Killer throws a quick inside leg kick.
A head kick misses from Killer. #T2#
Killer lands with a thumping leg kick.
#CL2#
Killer clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Killer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Killer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Soap Killer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
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!#CL2#
Killer drives through and clinches with Newman against the cage.
#BC2#
Killer manages to break the clinch.
A head kick misses from Killer.
Killer pushes Newman away with a front kick.
Newman darts in looking for a takedown but Killer gets double underhooks and turns Newman into the cage. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Killer fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T3##BC2#
Killer breaks the clinch.
Killer tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Killer pulls guard.
Killer utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Killer 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.#ES2#
Killer is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T4#
Killer working Newman over with knees to the body.
Newman throws a punch but it's blocked by Killer.
Killer tries to pull guard but Newman holds him up against the cage and eventually Killer drops back down to his feet.
Killer trying to land knees to the body.
Killer tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Newman just stands there and leans against the cage.
Darnell Newman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Soap Killer.
Killer tries to pull guard but Newman holds him up against the cage and eventually Killer drops back down to his feet.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Killer obliges.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Soap Killer dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Killer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Killer swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Newman counters with a two punch combo.
Killer lands with a thumping leg kick.
Killer chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Killer throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Newman.
Soap Killer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Newman really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Newman tries to circle away but Killer has him pinned against the cage.
Killer is trying to pull guard but Newman turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Killer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Killer missing with knees to the body.
Killer blocking some punches.
Killer landing some nice looking knees to the body.
#T1#
Killer tries to pull guard but Newman won't allow it.
Killer stalling in the clinch.
Newman working aggressively here.
Killer crunches a lovely knee into Newman's ribcage.
Killer tries for a takedown but Newman manages to get underhooks.
Darnell Newman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Soap Killer.
Killer trying to land knees to the body.
Soap Killer seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Killer misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Newman.
Killer is breathing heavily.
Newman blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T2#
Killer jumps guard but Newman stands there with Killer around his waist. Killer gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Killer is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Killer is trying to pull guard but Newman has him pressed against the cage.
Killer controlling the action here for a moment.
Killer fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T3#
Killer drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Newman gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Newman lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Killer backwards.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Killer takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Newman leaning his opponent against the cage.
Killer is trying to pull guard but Newman turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Killer lands a knee to the body.
#T4#
Newman managing to block the knees to the body from Killer.
Newman managing to block the knees to the body from Killer.
Killer fails to pull guard.
Newman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Killer is defending well for now.
Killer fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Newman tries to stall but Killer uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Killer can't get the takedown.
Killer jumps guard but Newman turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Killer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Killer throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Newman counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SU#
Newman gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Killer misses with a head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Soap Killer will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Newman cracks a nice hook into Killer's ribs.
An inside leg kick from Killer misses.
A head kick by Killer misses
and Killer takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Newman avoids a kick to the body.
#CL2#
Killer has taken the fight to the clinch.
Newman softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Killer jumps guard but Newman stands there with Killer around his waist. Killer gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Newman misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Killer throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Newmans head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Killer creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Newman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Newman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Killer.
Newman moves out of range of the body kick.
As Killer tries to get set, Newman tries to push him back and clinch up but Killer manages to avoid the attempt.#CL2#
Killer instigates a clinch.
Newman throws a knee to the head but misses.
A right hand to the body from Killer.
Killer throws a knee to the head but misses.
Killer takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Killer can't get the takedown.
#BC2#
Killer manages to break the clinch.
Newman goes for a double leg but Killer avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Killer continues to drive forward.
Killer throws a head kick that misses.
Newman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Killer connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Killer throws a head kick that misses. #T2##CL2#
Killer clinches with his opponent.
Killer tries to pull guard but Newman holds him up against the cage and eventually Killer drops back down to his feet.
Darnell Newman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Soap Killer.#TD2#
Killer jumps into guard, dragging Newman to the mat.
Newman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Killer works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Killer looking for a sweep. Not yet Killer, not yet.
Killer preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Newman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Newman wants to control from the top but Killer keeps moving.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#T3#
Newman throwing strikes but missing.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Newman postures up in Killer's guard and throws a big left but Killer blocks it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Killer has closed the distance and engaged Newman in a clinch.
Newman is trying to break free.#BC2#
Killer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Killer misses with a low kick as Newman jumps back.
Newman seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Killer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Newman tries to counter with a takedown but Killer is quick to defend against it.#CL2#
Killer moves into range and clinches up with Newman.#T4#
Killer misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Newman.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Newman is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Newman is trying to maintain a safe position but Killer gets an underhook and turns Newman into the cage.
Killer is trying to pull guard but Newman turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Killer missing with knees to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Newman.
Newman working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Soap Killer is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#BC#
Newman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Killer swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Newman avoids the head kick by Killer.
Darnell Newman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Killer tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Newman tries to counter by clinching up but Killer breaks away and moves out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
Soap Killer comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Killer 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 26:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Soap Killer!
Our winner, Soap Killer, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 12, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Molina clinches up against the cage.
Molina slows down the pace here.
Molina tries for a takedown. No joy.
Newman has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Newman lands a shoulder strike.
Molina is pushing Newman up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Molina leaning against his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Molina misses with a knee to the head. #BC2#
Molina breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1##TD#
Newman scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES2#
Molina bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#CL2#
Molina has closed the distance and engaged Newman in a clinch.
Newman with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Molina is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD2#
Molina jumps guard and drags Newman to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Molina pulls Newman in close to prevent any damage.
Molina keeping moving, preventing Newman from controlling successfully. #T2#
Molina is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Newman is controlling him.
Molina will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Molina looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Newman is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Newman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Newman throwing strikes from guard but Molina blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Molina throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
#T3#
Molina shoots for a double leg takedown but Newman sprawls well. He's pushed Molina's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Darnell Newman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Raffi Molina.
Newman shoots in for a takedown but Molina shows good takedown defense.
Newman slaps away a takedown attempt from Molina, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Newman lands a jab to Molina's midsection.
Molina fails to land the takedown.
Newman drops down looking for a counter takedown but Molina sprawls and moves away.#CL2#
Molina instigates a clinch. #T4#
Molina controlling the action here for a moment.
A short uppercut from Molina.
Newman misses with the head strike.
Newman scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Newman lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Molina leaning against his opponent.
Newman lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Raffi Molina dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2##CL2#
Molina closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Molina pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB2#
Molina is looking for a triangle but Newman pushes his legs off easily.
Newman is working Molina over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Molina throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Newman postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Molina has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Newman looking to sit in guard and control but Molina gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newman will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Molina wants to control from the top but Newman keeps moving.
Newman will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Molina is fighting to break Newman's control of his arms but Newman is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Newman keeping full guard, as Molina tries to pass. #T1#
Newman trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Molina preventing the sweep.
Newman tries to strike from the bottom.
Molina has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Molina won't allow Newman to sweep him here.
Molina postures up.
Molina trying to control but Newman is working from the bottom.
Newman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Molina's guard. #REVR#
Molina utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Molina avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Molina wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Molina wants to sweep but no luck.
Newman has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T2#
Molina working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Newman.
Molina wants to stand and escape but Newman is having none of it.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Molina utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Molina looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Newman decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Molina makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
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!
Molina fails with a takedown attempt.
Newman wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Molina is breathing heavily.#T3#
Molina has his takedown stuffed
and Newman counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Newman really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Molina can't get the takedown.
Darnell Newman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Raffi Molina.
Molina tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Newman gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Molina.
Newman lands a left hand that snaps the head of Molina backwards. #T4#
Newman using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Molina has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Newman fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Newman has Molina pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Molina manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Newman wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Molina has him pressed against the cage.
Newman misses with a punch on the inside.
Newman tries to circle away but Molina has him pinned against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Newman tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Molina is trying to pull guard but Newman has him pressed against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Darnell Newman will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Molina shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Newman as he avoids it easily. #CL2#
Molina rushes Newman and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Molina is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Newman to keep the fight standing.
Molina has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Newman after a bit of a struggle.
Darnell Newman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Raffi Molina.
Newman tries to break the clinch but Molina is controlling the position.
Raffi Molina seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2#
Molina breaks from the clinch.
Raffi Molina is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Molina fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Molina moves into the clinch.
Molina has had enough of the clinch but Newman keeps him there for the moment.
Molina takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Newman. #T1#
Newman taking a breather.
Molina is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Newman to keep the fight standing.
Newman looking to throw knees to the head but Molina is blocking nicely.
Molina fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Newman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Newman wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Molina has him pressed against the cage.
Newman gets underhooks to prevent Molina's takedown attempt.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A nice left hand lands by Newman.
#T2#
Molina is trying to pull guard but Newman has him pressed against the cage.
Molina looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Newman tries to score a body lock takedown but Molina shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Newman displaying some good clinch control by pressing Molina up against the cage.
Newman with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #BC#
Newman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Molina misses with a takedown attempt
and Newman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Molina gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T3#
Newman is trying to push Molina away but Molina has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC2#
Molina breaks the clinch.
Newman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nice takedown defense from Newman. No joy for Molina on that attempt.
Newman tries to counter by clinching up but Molina breaks away and moves out of range.#CL2#
Molina forces Newman back against the cage and clinches.
Newman is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Molina to keep the fight standing.
Molina goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC2#
Molina escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Newman fails with a takedown attempt. #T4#
Molina misses with a takedown attempt
and Newman counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Newman tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Molina manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Newman is trying hard to land a takedown here. Molina sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Molina misses with a head kick.
#TD#
Newman feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Newman wants to control from the top but Molina keeps moving.
Molina wants to stand but Newman is controlling the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Darnell Newman showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Newman has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Raffi Molina!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 09, 2017 |
#R1#
Johnston digs a good body shot into Newman's ribs.
Johnston swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A right-left combo lands from Johnston.
Johnston scores with a sloppy right hand. Newman should have avoided that one.
A punch combination from Johnston misses.
A right-left combo lands from Johnston. #ROC2#
Newman is rocked!
Johnston dances in with a quick combination. Newman is being worked over with jabs and crosses. Oooh, a right straight from Johnston snaps Newman's head back. Newman stumbles backwards against the cage. Johnston steps forward and delivers a right cross that connects with Newman's jaw, simultaneously knocking him out and sending his mouthpiece into the crowd! There's a worthy souvenir for the fans. This one is over folks. Newman just didn't come prepared.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). John Johnston!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 31, 2017 |
#R1#
Wester lands with a cross.
Newman fails to land the takedown.
Wester lands a slapping body shot.
Newman takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#ROC2#
Newman is rocked!
Wester scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Oh Newman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Newman is breathing heavily.
Wester shakes his hands by his side, trying to relax. Newman takes his eyes off the ball for a moment - Wester sees the opportunity and cracks him with a massive hook! Newman bends double and collapses on top of himself - he's out! The crowd are going absolutely nuts! Wow, what a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jester Wester!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 02, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Newman closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Newman lands in his opponent's guard.
Newman throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Goliath throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Newman is working Goliath over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Newman really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Newman is fighting to break Goliath's control of his arms but Goliath is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Newman lands a couple of digs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newman stopping the sweep attempt from Goliath.
Newman throws a strike but Goliath rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Newman has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Goliath works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Goliath is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Goliath working the head and body with strikes.
Newman tries to roll over but Goliath keeps him under control.
Goliath wants to control but Newman is keeping him busy.
Newman has his hands clasped together around Goliath's back. He's all about the action.
Newman trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Goliath tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2#
Newman tries to lock up and control but Goliath gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
Goliath looking for a guillotine from mount but Newman is having none of it.
Newman can't escape the position.
Newman wants to hold on but Goliath pushes him away.#SUB2#
Goliath quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Goliath but it's paid off an Newman is forced to tap! Nice work by Goliath.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). David Goliath!
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