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Event:
NJMMA #19: Power v MacGowan
Date: Dec 09, 2017 |
#R1# Hampton scores with a jab. Tabatabai wants to clinch up but Hampton keeps it at a distance. A little feinted left hand from Hampton on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Hampton misses with a hook. Tabatabai ducked under it nicely. Tabatabai tries to close the distance and clinch but Hampton swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Hampton avoids the body shot from Tabatabai.
Danga de danga de dang - Hampton scores with a four punch combination! Tabatabai avoids the body shot from Hampton.
Hampton takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#CUT2# It looks like Carlos Hampton has been cut. Hampton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tabatabai.
A nice combination there by Hampton.
#CL2# Hampton gets tackled into the cage by Tabatabai. Tabatabai maintains the clinch. This has been an exciting period of action! Hampton wants a takedown but no success here.
Hampton definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Hampton pushes Tabatabai back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Tabatabai fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hampton is working for takedown but Tabatabai is calmly controlling the position for now. Hampton throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tabatabais head. Hampton is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Tabatabai gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Carlos Hampton. That's going to take a lot out of him. Tabatabai swings wildly with an uppercut but Hampton uses good head movement to avoid it. Hampton has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tabatabai avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T1# Tabatabai misses with a hook from the clinch. Hampton drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tabatabai gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Hampton is trying to drag Tabatabai to the mat but Tabatabai just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Hampton wants a takedown.
Tabatabai doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tabatabai. Tabatabai lands with a right to the head. Hampton blocks an uppercut.
Hampton goes for a takedown in the clinch but Tabatabai prevents it.
Hampton is working for takedown but Tabatabai is calmly controlling the position for now. Hampton is looking to take this one to the mat. Tabatabai goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tabatabai tries to throw a body punch but Hampton avoids it by throwing Tabatabai back against the cage. Tabatabai is defending well against a takedown attempt. Hampton is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Tabatabai is defending well.#T2# Tabatabai misses with the head strike.
Hampton is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Tabatabai pulls him back up using the underhooks. Tabatabai blocking some punches.
Tabatabai prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tabatabai scores with a nice hook to the head. Hampton is breathing heavily. Tabatabai can't find room to land a body shot as Hampton controls the action.
Hampton wants a takedown.
Tabatabai gets underhooks to prevent Hampton's takedown attempt.
Tabatabai lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hampton backwards. Hampton pushes Tabatabai back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Good body shot from Tabatabai.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Tabatabai lands a shoulder strike. Tabatabai lands a shoulder strike. #ROC2# Hampton is rocked! Tabatabai throws a head punch that misses. Oh Hampton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Tabatabai working aggressively here.
Hampton blocking some punches.
Tabatabai tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tabatabai. Hampton blocks an uppercut.
Tabatabai throws a punch but it's blocked by Hampton. Tabatabai fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hampton changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tabatabai fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Tabatabai lands an uppercut, right on the button! Hampton tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). John Tabatabai! John Tabatabai seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 17, 2017 |
#R1# LaFlare circles away from the clinch attempt enabling LaFlare to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT# It looks like Carlos Hampton has been cut. Hampton looks to clinch and LaFlare counters with a stiff right hand. Hampton wants to clinch but LaFlare slips to the side enabling LaFlare to counter with a crisp jab. LaFlare misses with an uppercut. LaFlare keeps the fight on the outside. LaFlare throws a sloppy body shot
and Hampton counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Hampton scores with a jab. LaFlare acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Hampton tries to close the distance and clinch but LaFlare swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. LaFlare is looking to counter with a shot to the body. LaFlare could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. LaFlare looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. LaFlare scores with a jab to the body. LaFlare throws a shot from downtown. Hampton moves away and avoids it. LaFlare swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T1# LaFlare lands with a cross. Hampton misses the jab. LaFlare looks to score with a jab to the body but Hampton is just out of range. LaFlare scores with a sloppy right hand. Hampton should have avoided that one. LaFlare missing with a left hand there. Hampton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2# Hampton gets in close and instigates a clinch. Hampton misses with a hook from the clinch. The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. LaFlare blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hampton tried to land a shot to the body but connects with LaFlare's elbow. Hampton throws a punch but it's blocked by LaFlare. Hampton throws a head punch that misses. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hampton. Hampton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hampton looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2# Hampton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
LaFlare blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
LaFlare lands with a short shot to the head. LaFlare dodges an elbow strike from Hampton.
Hampton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Hampton lands a shoulder strike. 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! Hampton lands on the inside with an uppercut. Hampton tries to work over LaFlare's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Hampton lands a shot to the body. LaFlare tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Hampton struggles to land a body shot inside as LaFlare controls his hands.
Hampton lands with a short shot to the head. Hampton misses with some punches.
LaFlare misses with a short punch on the inside. A head punch blocked on the inside by LaFlare. Hampton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T3# Hampton misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hampton misses with a short punch on the inside. Hampton tries a body shot but LaFlare blocks it.
LaFlare blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
LaFlare is trying to force a seperation but Hampton has the dominant position. LaFlare fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
LaFlare throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hamptons head. Hampton lands a right hand. Hampton lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Hampton has a couple of punches blocked by LaFlare.
LaFlare throws a head punch that misses. The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. LaFlare taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Hampton lands an elbow just above LaFlare 's eye. LaFlare definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. LaFlare being controlled against the cage.#T4# Hampton stalls. Hampton receives a warning from the referee for stalling. Hampton can't find room to land a body shot as LaFlare controls the action.
Hampton tried to land a shot to the body but connects with LaFlare's elbow. LaFlare takes a shot to the head. LaFlare will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Hampton up against the cage. LaFlare misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hampton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Hampton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. LaFlare can't find room to land a body shot as Hampton controls the action.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Hampton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hampton tries a body shot but LaFlare blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Carlos Hampton will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Carlos Hampton's cut. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Hampton looks to score with a jab to the body but LaFlare is just out of range. LaFlare ducks down and throws a hook to the body. LaFlare misses with a looping right. Hampton wants to counter the offense by LaFlare and move into the clinch position. Hampton throws a body punch but LaFlare moves out of range. The fight stays on the outside here - Hampton looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Tom LaFlare is winning the standup battle so far. Hampton takes a shot to the body in his stride.
LaFlare looks to land a right hand but Hampton moved out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by LaFlare. LaFlare scores with a body shot.
LaFlare drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Hampton throws a body shot but no joy. LaFlare was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1# Hampton takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#CL2# Hampton drives through and clinches with LaFlare against the cage.
Hampton lands a hook that snaps the head of LaFlare backwards. Hampton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from LaFlare fails to land. A short uppercut from Hampton. Hampton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. LaFlare fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Hampton fails to land. Hampton holding his opponent close, against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from LaFlare. A head punch on the inside from Hampton fails to land. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hampton. A head punch blocked on the inside by LaFlare. #T2# LaFlare swings wildly with an uppercut but Hampton uses good head movement to avoid it. Hampton misses with some punches.
Hampton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Hampton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
LaFlare working aggressively here.
Hampton misses with some punches.
LaFlare misses with the head strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Hampton lands with a light punch inside. LaFlare misses with a hook from the clinch. Carlos Hampton seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Hampton misses with a hook from the clinch. A head punch on the inside from Hampton fails to land. LaFlare scores with an uppercut up the middle. Hampton misses with a hook from the clinch. LaFlare misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3# LaFlare blocks a body shot from Hampton. Hampton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hampton struggles to land a body shot inside as LaFlare controls his hands.
LaFlare can't find room to land a body shot as Hampton controls the action.
Hampton working aggressively here.
A hook to the body from LaFlare.
Hampton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hampton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hampton scores with a shot to the side of LaFlare's head. LaFlare tries to throw a body punch but Hampton avoids it by throwing LaFlare back against the cage. LaFlare struggles to land a body shot inside as Hampton controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Hampton - that landed with a thud.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Hampton has a couple of punches blocked by LaFlare.
Hampton lands with a short head shot on the inside. Hampton has a couple of punches blocked by LaFlare.
#T4# A right handed body shot lands from Hampton.
A shot in the inside from Hampton. Hampton can't find room to land a body shot as LaFlare controls the action.
Hampton misses with a short punch on the inside. LaFlare blocks a body shot from Hampton. Hampton throws a blind hook that connects with the side of LaFlares head. Hampton lands a right hand. This has been an exciting period of action! LaFlare throws a head punch that misses. Hampton lands an elbow inside. Hampton tries to throw a body punch but LaFlare avoids it by throwing Hampton back against the cage. Hampton blocks a body shot from LaFlare. LaFlare goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
LaFlare swings wildly with an uppercut but Hampton uses good head movement to avoid it. With the fighters up against the cage, Hampton throws an elbow but misses. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Carlos Hampton showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Carlos Hampton's cut. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# LaFlare circles away from the clinch attempt and LaFlare counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hampton thinking. Carlos Hampton seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hampton tries to clinch up and LaFlare counters with a stiff right hand. #CL2# Hampton clinches. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hampton. LaFlare is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. LaFlare misses with a punch on the inside.
Hampton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hampton digs a right hand underneath LaFlare's ribcage. LaFlare let out a lung full of air as it connected. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for LaFlare. #T1# LaFlare blocking some punches.
Hampton lands a damaging elbow. Hampton throws a punch but it's blocked by LaFlare. LaFlare misses with a short punch on the inside. LaFlare swings wildly with an uppercut but Hampton uses good head movement to avoid it. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for LaFlare. A head punch on the inside from LaFlare fails to land. #BC# LaFlare escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2# Hampton closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. LaFlare wants to break free but Hampton has control.
LaFlare misses with a short punch on the inside. Hampton is pushing LaFlare up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for LaFlare. Tom LaFlare has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##BC# LaFlare pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Hampton tries to clinch up but LaFlare circles away and keeps his distance. Hampton swings for the body but LaFlare moves out of range.
LaFlare scores with a jab to the body. Nice defenses there by Hampton. Hampton now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Hampton just misses with a punch to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hampton looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Hampton wants to clinch but LaFlare slips to the side and LaFlare counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Hampton walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT# That has opened up Carlos Hampton's cut even more. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. LaFlare avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hampton moves in looking to clinch but LaFlare pushes him off.#T3# Hampton slips a jab from LaFlare. Hampton is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down LaFlare rather than just go for the knockout. Hampton looks to score with a jab to the body but LaFlare is just out of range. A little feinted left hand from LaFlare on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. LaFlare uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hampton.
Hampton swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
LaFlare appears to be looking for a big counter. LaFlare bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Hampton looks to throw the jab but LaFlare is out of range. LaFlare tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hampton was well out of range. Poor timing from LaFlare. Hampton throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent LaFlare stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Hampton scores with a shot to the body.
Hampton tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but LaFlare paws at him with a jab and circles away. LaFlare circles away from the clinch attempt.
#T4# A left lands for Hampton. Hampton tries to clinch but LaFlare is having none of it. LaFlare tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hampton was well out of range. Poor timing from LaFlare. A big right from LaFlare misses. LaFlare throws a hook to the side of Hampton's head but Hampton sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Hampton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
LaFlare takes a swing at Hampton's ribcage but misses. Carlos Hampton is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. The fighters circling - LaFlare throws out the jab but it was never going to land. 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! Hampton throws a jab but it's blocked by LaFlare. LaFlare looks to score with a jab to the body but Hampton is just out of range. A jab from Hampton does it's job there. Hampton tries to clinch but LaFlare moves out of range.
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 Tom LaFlare. I think Hampton 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29 Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carlos Hampton!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 14, 2017 |
#R1# Hampton stuffs the takedown. A combination from Bomstaerk does no damage. Bomstaerk swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#CL2# Hampton has Bomstaerk up against the cage in a clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Hampton.
Hampton keeps control of Bomstaerk as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Hampton scores with an uppercut up the middle. Bomstaerk tries to break the clinch but Hampton is controlling the position. Hampton scores with an uppercut up the middle.#KD2# Hampton drops Bomstaerk onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Bomstaerk is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC2# Bomstaerk is rocked!#CUT2# It looks like Benny Bomstaerk has been cut. 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! A body shot lands from Hampton.
Bomstaerk is trying to break the clinch but Hampton has him pressed against the cage. Hampton keeps control of Bomstaerk as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. A short body shot lands from Hampton as the two fighters clinch.
Bomstaerk is breathing heavily. Bomstaerk takes a shot to the head. Hampton creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Bomstaerk's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Bomstaerk drops to his knees and Hampton pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Carlos Hampton! Benny Bomstaerk was interviewed post fight and said 'Luck!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 05, 2017 |
#R1##CL2# Hampton closes the distance and pushes Maxwell back into the cage. Hampton lands a left hand.
#CUT2# It looks like Saul Maxwell has been cut. Hampton lands a nice uppercut. Hampton controlling the action here for a moment.
Hampton makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Maxwell leaning his opponent against the cage. A short right from Hampton. #TD# Maxwell pulls guard successfully.
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. Hampton showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Maxwell trying to keep a closed guard but Hampton is proving a slippery customer.
#T1# Hampton not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Hampton would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. Hampton stopping the sweep attempt from Maxwell. Hampton sitting in guard here, content to control. Maxwell wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Maxwell looks for a takedown but Hampton sprawls well. Hampton tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2# Hampton forces Maxwell back against the cage and clinches.#T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Hampton just leaning against Maxwell, taking a breather. Maxwell takes a shot to the head. Stalling in the clinch from Hampton.
Maxwell has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hampton is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Hampton keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Maxwell's efforts to push away. Hampton comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Maxwell wants to break the clinch but can't.
Maxwell wants to get back to striking at distance but Hampton won't allow it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hampton creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Hampton lands a nice uppercut. Maxwell is breathing heavily. Hampton lands an elbow inside. Hampton throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Maxwells head. Maxwell goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hampton prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Saul Maxwell. That's going to take a lot out of him. Hampton is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T3# Good body shot from Hampton.
Hampton lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Hampton lands a right hand that snaps the head of Maxwell backwards. Hampton gets through Maxwell's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Hampton is working Maxwell over against the cage. Hampton lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Hampton controlling the action here for a moment.
Hampton working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Hampton taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Hampton softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Hampton lands a left hand.
Hampton digs a right hand underneath Maxwell's ribcage. Maxwell let out a lung full of air as it connected. Hampton lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hampton lands a body shot in the clinch.
We've been informed that Hampton has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#KD2# Hampton drops Maxwell onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Maxwell is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC2# Maxwell is rocked!#T4# Maxwell is trying to drag Hampton to the mat but Hampton just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Oh Maxwell is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Hampton lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Maxwell to his knees! Hampton keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Carlos Hampton!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 25, 2017 |
#R1# Hampton tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. IsMore Ii swings for the body but Hampton moves out of range.
Hampton drops down looking to force a counter takedown but IsMore Ii defends it well.#CL2# Hampton rushes IsMore Ii and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC# IsMore Ii breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
IsMore Ii throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2# Hampton closes the distance and clinches. Hampton wants a takedown.
Hampton prevents a body shot from IsMore Ii. #TD2# Hampton has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but IsMore Ii regains guard immediately. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hampton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. IsMore Ii is keeping the position for now. Hampton stays in close to IsMore Ii's body and controls the position. #T1# Hampton's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. IsMore Ii is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hampton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. IsMore Ii is keeping the position for now. IsMore Ii looking to control.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Hampton is pushing down on IsMore Ii's leg trying to pass to half guard. IsMore Ii is fighting to maintain full guard but Hampton has managed to sneak the leg through. Hampton tries to pass the half guard into mount. IsMore Ii knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Hampton performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Hampton wants to pass to mount but IsMore Ii is defending the position. Hampton controlling the action here.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Hampton shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says IsMore Ii as he avoids it easily. #T3##TD2# Hampton shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Hampton is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. IsMore Ii trying to control from the bottom.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hampton in particular looking to stall. More stalling from Hampton. The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#T4##REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Hampton dives in and grabs IsMore Ii's left leg, looking for a takedown. IsMore Ii pushes down on Hampton's head and hops out. More IsMore Ii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Carlos Hampton. IsMore Ii throws a body shot but no joy. Hampton with the counter takedown but IsMore Ii avoids it easily. Hampton tries to clinch there but IsMore Ii circles away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Hampton tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but IsMore Ii defends well and Hampton ends up having to push IsMore Ii into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Hampton tries for a takedown but IsMore Ii sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL2# Hampton rushes IsMore Ii and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Carlos Hampton dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Hampton tries to clinch there but IsMore Ii circles away.
Hampton doesn't manage to clinch there - IsMore Ii circles away.
#CL2# Hampton gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Hampton tries for a takedown. No joy.
Hampton drops to a knee looking for a takedown but IsMore Ii gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Hampton has IsMore Ii pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. IsMore Ii manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. More IsMore Ii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Carlos Hampton. A head punch blocked on the inside by Hampton. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. IsMore Ii misses with a punch to the body.
IsMore Ii prevents a takedown attempt there.
Hampton has IsMore Ii pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. IsMore Ii manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T1# The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Hampton can't get the takedown.
IsMore Ii throws a head punch that misses. IsMore Ii is pressed up against the cage. Hampton has hold of a leg and is looking to drag IsMore Ii down to the mat. IsMore Ii avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Hampton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from IsMore Ii.
Hampton has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Jab by IsMore Ii.#CUT# It looks like Carlos Hampton has been cut. Hampton misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. IsMore Ii is looking to counter with a shot to the body. More IsMore Ii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. IsMore Ii's corner calls for a 1-2. IsMore Ii obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. IsMore Ii lands a jab to the head.
IsMore Ii displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hampton. #T2##KD# IsMore Ii drops Hampton with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Hampton looks back up at him and smiles so IsMore Ii waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC# Hampton is rocked! The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! IsMore Ii measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes Hampton! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). More IsMore Ii!
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