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by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 25, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Takayama tries to keep at a distance but Higgins has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Takayama pulls guard.
Higgins has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Takayama looking for a sweep. Not yet Takayama, not yet.
Higgins really is a fat lump.
Takayama is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Takayama pulls Higgins in to control the position.
Takayama wants to sweep here but Higgins controlling him for the moment.
Takayama can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Higgins controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takayama has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Higgins stopping the sweep attempt from Takayama.#T1#
Higgins has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Takayama is proving hard to escape from.
Takayama is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Takayama looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Takayama wants to pass the guard but Higgins is keeping the position.
Higgins throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Takayama controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Higgins 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.#T2#
Takayama trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Higgins wants to sweep but no luck. #SU2#
Takayama stands up from Higgins's guard - Takayama perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD2#
Takayama closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Higgins to the mat! Higgins manages to get full guard.
Takayama 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. #SUB#
Higgins looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Takayama is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3#
Takayama throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Higgins works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Higgins had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Takayama defends it easily.
Takayama trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Higgins tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Higgins might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Takayama prevents Higgins from getting back to his feet.
Takayama trying to control the position from guard on top but Higgins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Takayama throws a head kick but Higgins moves out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Higgins looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#TD2#
Takayama scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES#
Higgins sneaks out the side door and pushes Takayama away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Higgins fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD2#
Takayama shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Takayama was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Takayama looks winded!
Takayama trying to control the position but Higgins is working away.
Higgins is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Higgins is staying active underneath Takayama, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Higgins wants to improve his position but Takayama is controlling well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Hariken Takayama will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Takayama takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Higgins takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#TD2#
Takayama shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Higgins's guard.
Higgins is trying to keep Takayama in close.
Takayama won't allow Higgins to sweep him here.
Takayama working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Takayama is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Takayama stands up from Higgins's guard - Takayama perhaps looking for a knockout.
Takayama throws a combination that misses
and Higgins counters with a stiff right hand. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Higgins enables Takayama to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Higgins manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES#
Higgins has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Takayama has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#T1##TD2#
Takayama gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #ES#
Higgins pushes Takayama off and gets back to his feet.
Takayama is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Takayama clinches with his opponent.
Higgins misses with a body punch.
Higgins looking for a takedown. #BC2#
Takayama breaks from the clinch.
Higgins looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T2#
Higgins tries to clinch up but Takayama circles away and keeps his distance.#TD2#
Higgins gets caught flat footed, as Takayama shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Higgins is wriggling around but Takayama manages to pass to half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#REVR#
Takayama trying to control the action but Higgins is working from the bottom. #SU2#
Takayama stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Higgins to get to his feet.
Takayama keeps the fight on the outside.
Higgins moves out of range of the body kick from Takayama.
#T3##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Higgins enables Takayama to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Higgins manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Hariken Takayama has got the better of the ground game so far.
Higgins is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Takayama is controlling him.
Takayama postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Takayama postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Higgins is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Takayama, into his guard. #REVR#
Higgins controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Takayama controls Higgins momentarily but Higgins frees himself. #T4#
Higgins wants to control from the top but Takayama keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Higgins stands up over Takayama, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Takayama throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Higgins won't allow Takayama to sweep him here. #SU#
Takayama is working an open guard so Higgins takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Higgins.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Hariken Takayama will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Takayama breaks from the clinch.
#TD2#
Takayama scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Higgins regains half guard there - taking advantage of Takayama's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Takayama missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Higgins won't allow Takayama to pass to mount.
Takayama prevents Higgins from standing back up.
Takayama wants to pass the guard but Higgins is defending well. #T1##SUB2#
Takayama is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Higgins doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Takayama.
Takayama takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
It looks like Takayama is going to stand back up.
Takayama thows a huge punch but Higgins dodges it nicely.
Takayama thows a huge punch but Higgins dodges it nicely.
Higgins is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Takayama's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Takayama's back!#SUB#
Higgins has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Takayama has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#T2#
Higgins avoiding Takayama 's attempts to control his hands.
Higgins biding his time, looking for the opening.
Higgins avoiding Takayama 's attempts to control his hands.
Higgins slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Higgins controlling well, preventing Takayama from escaping the position.
Higgins controlling from the back.
Higgins trying to control.
Higgins lands punches and elbows. #T3#
Even with his hooks in, Higgins manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Takayama tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Higgins controlling the position easily from mount.
Takayama wants to control but Higgins is having none of it.
Higgins looking to control but Takayama is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Higgins content just to control the position here.
Higgins's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Higgins wants to control the pace but Takayama is squirming around nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Takayama bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Casey Higgins has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hariken Takayama is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Higgins looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that's the end of the fight!
Casey Higgins showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Takayama 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Casey Higgins!
The defeated Hariken Takayama had this to say: 'it was an honor to fight someone as skilled as you.'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 12, 2018 |
#R1#
Burns lands a body shot.
#CL#
Higgins clinches with his opponent.
Burns tries to break the clinch but Higgins is controlling the position.
Burns looking to stall.
#TD2#
Burns gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Higgins regains guard.
#ES#
Higgins pushes Burns off and scrambles back to his feet.
Higgins fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Burns fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Higgins sprawls well initially but Burns persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Higgins has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Burns is on him like a limpet, forcing Higgins back against the cage.#T1#
Higgins drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Higgins stalling.
Burns is trying to break the clinch but Higgins is controlling him.
Higgins tries to score a body lock takedown but Burns shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casey Higgins. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Higgins manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Burns postures up in Higgins's guard and throws a big left but Higgins blocks it.
Burns wants to pass the guard but Higgins is keeping the position.
Higgins might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Burns slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Higgins really is a fat lump.#T2#
Burns trying to control but Higgins is working from the bottom.
Higgins thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Burns is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Higgins is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Burns is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Burns works over Higgins's head and body with a nice combination.#CUT2#
It looks like Casey Higgins has been cut.#T3##CL#
Higgins has Burns up against the cage in a clinch.
Burns holding his opponent close, against the cage.
#TD2#
Burns is trying to trip Higgins. He has hold of a leg but Higgins is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Burns persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Higgins manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Burns manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Burns pulls Higgins in close to prevent any damage.
Higgins is working Burns over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T4#
Higgins sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Burns looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burns looks winded!
Higgins postures up in Burns's guard and throws a big left but Burns blocks it. #SU#
Higgins decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Burns misses with the combination.
Higgins misses the shot to the body.
Higgins misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL2#
Burns has managed to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Casey Higgins will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Casey Higgins's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Burns manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Higgins on his heels. He'll look to pass Higgins's guard now, I'm sure.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Higgins is looking to stand up but Burns isn't so interested in that idea.
Higgins keeping moving, preventing Burns from controlling successfully. #ES#
Higgins pushes Burns off and gets back to his feet.
#CL#
Higgins pushes Burns up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Burns drags the fight down to the ground.
Higgins trying to control the position from guard on top but Burns is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB2#
Burns is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Higgins is aware though and is defending well.
Burns is breathing heavily.
Higgins trying to control the position from guard on top but Burns is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Burns has his foot on Higgins's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Higgins works his way back into a safe position though.
Higgins trying to control the position from guard on top but Burns is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Higgins drops back looking for a leg! Burns is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Burns manages to kick Higgins off! Higgins jumps back into Burns's guard.
Burns preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Burns 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.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Higgins throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL2#
Burns gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Higgins tries for a takedown but Burns manages to get underhooks.
#BC#
Higgins breaks the clinch.
#TD2#
Burns looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Higgins wants to stand and escape but Burns is having none of it.
Higgins bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Burns's guard. #REVR##SU#
Higgins decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Burns, up you get! #T3#
Higgins throws a sloppy head kick and Burns moves out of range easily.
Higgins tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD2#
Burns decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Higgins regains full guard. Nicely done.
Burns tries to stand but Higgins is controlling from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Higgins is on top in guard.
#REVR##SU#
Higgins gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Higgins moves in looking to clinch but Burns pushes him off.#T4#
Higgins misses with a takedown attempt - Burns sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD2#
Burns throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Higgins was covering up waiting for the punch and Burns finishes the takedown easily into guard. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Higgins manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Higgins is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casey Higgins. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Higgins is trying to drag Burns to the mat but Burns just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Burns prevents a takedown attempt there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Casey Higgins dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Casey Higgins's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Burns content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Burns gets underhooks to prevent Higgins's takedown attempt.
Burns has had enough of the clinch but Higgins keeps him there for the moment.#BC#
Higgins's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sid Burns is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Burns drives through and clinches with Higgins against the cage.
Burns stalling in the clinch but Higgins improves position.
Higgins keeps control of Burns as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T1#
Higgins has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Burns is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Higgins looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casey Higgins. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Burns tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Higgins's elbow.
Higgins wants to take the fight to the mat but Burns manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Burns has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#TD2#
Burns jumps guard and drags Higgins to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Higgins sitting in guard here, content to control.
Burns throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Burns takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Higgins trying to control the position from guard on top but Burns is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burns doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
#T2#
Burns pulls Higgins in to control the position. #ES2#
Burns has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Higgins off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
The fight stays on the outside here - Higgins looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Burns fails to land with a series of punches.
And Higgins counters with a quick kick to the body but Burns blocks it.#CL#
Higgins rushes Burns and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Higgins can't get the takedown.
Burns misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Burns drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB2#
Burns working for a triangle but Higgins defends it easily.
#T3##SU#
Higgins stands up and waves to Burns to follow him.
Higgins moves in looking to clinch but Burns pushes him off.#CL#
Higgins has Burns up against the cage in a clinch.
Burns goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Burns wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Sid Burns seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Burns stops a takedown attempt from Higgins.
Higgins is looking to take this one to the mat.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Burns tries to stall but Higgins uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Higgins is trying to drag Burns to the mat but Burns just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Higgins is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Burns gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Higgins landing some nice looking knees to the body.
#TD#
Higgins successfully pulls guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#ES#
Higgins is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Higgins is trying to drag Burns to the mat but Burns just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sid Burns comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Higgins 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Casey Higgins!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 06, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Mazing bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Higgins really is a fat lump.
Higgins on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Higgins tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Mazing presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Higgins really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Higgins regains half guard.
Higgins might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Higgins slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Higgins utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Higgins is looking to sweep but instead, Mazing has passed into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Higgins is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mazing landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Higgins has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mazing is working away from the top position though.
Mazing seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ground and pound from Mazing.
Higgins is looking for a sweep. Mazing is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mazing trying to control from half guard but Higgins is working away.
Mazing working Higgins over with strikes. #CUT2#
It looks like Casey Higgins has been cut.#T2##SUB2#
Mazing looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Mazing is looking to take a break and control but Higgins is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Higgins manages to get to full guard.
Mazing is looking to pass into half guard but Higgins pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Higgins is in guard.#REVR##T3##SU#
Mazing is working an open guard so Higgins takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Mazing looks winded!#CL2#
Mazing forces Higgins back against the cage and clinches.
Higgins tries to score a body lock takedown but Mazing shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Higgins is trying to drag Mazing to the mat but Mazing just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC#
Higgins pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Mazing changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Higgins looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Higgins is looking for a sweep.
Higgins manages to work his way to half guard, despite Mazing's best efforts.#T4#
Higgins is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Mazing's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Mazing's back!
Higgins keeps control of the position easily here as Mazing tries to buck him off.
Mazing tries to roll but Higgins sticks to his back.
Mazing is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mazing wants to get back to his feet.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Higgins controlling the positon.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mazing tries to roll but Higgins sticks to his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Casey Higgins will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Casey Higgins's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Higgins tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Zanfanz Mazing is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Mazing looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Higgins!#ES#
Higgins throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Mazing swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Higgins tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mazing manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mazing is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Higgins with a body shot.
Mazing lands a two punch combo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Mazing changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Higgins looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Casey Higgins overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Higgins wants to get back to his feet but Mazing drags him back down.
Mazing is breathing heavily.
Mazing trying to control the action but Higgins is working from the bottom.
Higgins tries to buck Mazing off but Mazing is having none of it.#T1#
Higgins is working hard here to advance position.
Higgins is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Mazing off and has taken his back!
Higgins is riding his opponent, not letting Mazing buck him off. #SUB#
Mazing is in a bad position with Higgins working for a choke. Mazing manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment.
Higgins will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
#T2##SU2#
Mazing stands up and waves to Higgins to follow him.
Higgins connects with a leg kick. Mazing looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Higgins fails with an attempt to clinch.
Higgins slips under a jab from Mazing.#TD#
Higgins gets the takedown into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mazing is looking for a sweep.
Higgins wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mazing keeps working.
You can see the frustration on Mazing's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Higgins tries to score with some ground and pound. Mazing controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Higgins lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Mazing down.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Higgins creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Mazing sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Higgins working away.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Higgins scoring with punches and elbows. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Higgins landing strikes.
Higgins in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Mazing avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Higgins.
Higgins is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Mazing will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Higgins trying to control the position but Mazing is working away.
Mazing is trying to control Higgins's posture but Higgins avoids it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Higgins tries to clinch there but Mazing circles away.
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 Casey Higgins will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Casey Higgins's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Higgins shoots in looking for a takedown but Mazing manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Higgins's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
Higgins gets a clinch.
Higgins is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD2#
Mazing jumps guard and drags Higgins to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SU#
Higgins gets to his feet. Mazing looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Mazing throws a lazy head kick
and Higgins counters with a nice kick to the body.
Crunch! Higgins slams his shin into Mazing's torso.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Mazing decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
Higgins has one foot on Mazing's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Mazing takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mazing defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Higgins.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casey Higgins. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mazing takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#T1##TD2#
Mazing bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Higgins regains half guard.#ES#
Higgins pushes Mazing off and gets back to his feet.#TD2#
Mazing fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Higgins to the ground. Mazing is now in Higgins's guard.#ES#
Higgins 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 crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Higgins works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Mazing pulls Higgins in close to prevent any damage.
Higgins with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
Higgins lands a couple of digs.#SU#
Higgins decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Mazing, up you get!
No joy there for Mazing, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Higgins wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Higgins shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mazing as he avoids it easily.
Higgins is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mazing can do to turn this around?#CL#
Higgins has managed to clinch.
Mazing tries to stall but Higgins uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Higgins is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Mazing is defending well.
Mazing is trying to break the clinch but Higgins is controlling him.
Higgins drops down looking for an ankle pick but Mazing pulls his leg out and moves away.
#T3##TD2#
Higgins tries to sprawl but Mazing drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Mazing tries to stand but can't do so whilst Higgins controls his leg.
Mazing not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Higgins is staying active underneath Mazing, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Higgins makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Higgins.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Higgins is on top in guard.
#REVR##T4#
Higgins controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SU#
Higgins stands up and waves to Mazing to follow him.
Zanfanz Mazing seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Higgins shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Higgins showed some decent athleticism there.
Higgins working over Mazing with some ground and pound. Mazing looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
And that's the end of the fight!
Casey Higgins showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Higgins, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Casey Higgins!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 15, 2018 |
#R1#
Anderson is looking to land body kicks.
Anderson throws a series of punches but Higgins moves out of range. #TD2#
Higgins gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Anderson to score an easy takedown into full 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.
Anderson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Higgins tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Anderson content to stall in guard here.
Higgins might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SU2#
Anderson stands and steps away. Higgins gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T1##TD2#
Anderson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Higgins looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Higgins is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SU2#
Anderson has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Anderson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Higgins is out of range and Anderson settles back down. #TD2#
Anderson gets the takedown into side control.
Anderson controls the position.
Anderson misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #T2#
Higgins is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Anderson goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Higgins has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Anderson but great work by Higgins.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Higgins wants to lay and pray for a moment but Anderson keeps working.
Anderson misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Anderson is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Higgins asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Anderson struggling a bit here.
Higgins could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Anderson is trying to buck Higgins off.
Higgins is looking to take a break and control but Anderson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Anderson is looking for a sweep.
Anderson struggling a bit here.
Higgins fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Anderson wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Anderson avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Higgins.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Higgins wants to stand but Anderson is controlling his arm.
Higgins is looking to take a break and control but Anderson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Anderson is looking for a sweep.
Higgins trying to control the position but Anderson is working away. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Anderson throws a leg kick but Higgins sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Anderson lands a lovely overhand right.
Anderson throws a nice looking combination but Higgins bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anderson lands with a good body shot.
Anderson scores with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Abe Anderson dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD2#
Anderson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #CUT2#
It looks like Casey Higgins has been cut.
Anderson content to stall in guard here.
Let's hope that Anderson 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.
Higgins working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Anderson.
Higgins looking to control.
Anderson stays in close to Higgins's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Anderson gets to his feet. Higgins looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #TD2#
Anderson manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Higgins on his heels. He'll look to pass Higgins's guard now, I'm sure.
Anderson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Higgins looking to control.
Anderson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Higgins not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Anderson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Anderson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SU2#
Anderson decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Higgins takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#T2##TD2#
Anderson bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Anderson controls the position. #T3#
Higgins is trying to get back to half guard.
Anderson working the ground and pound.
Sloppy strikes there by Anderson.
Higgins wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.
Anderson tries to score with some ground and pound. Higgins controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Higgins throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Sloppy strikes there by Anderson.#SU2#
Anderson has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Higgins has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Anderson finds it's way round the side to connect with Higgins's head. #T4#
Anderson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Higgins feints and then cracks Anderson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Anderson down. #CL2#
Anderson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Higgins, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Anderson drags the fight down to the ground.
Higgins stops Anderson from standing up.
Higgins has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Anderson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Higgins avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Abe Anderson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Casey Higgins's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Anderson pushes Higgins up against the cage in a clinch.
Higgins keeps control of Anderson as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #TD2#
Anderson pulls guard.
Anderson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Anderson wants to sweep here but Higgins controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES2#
Anderson manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
A body shot lands from Anderson.
#T1#
Higgins is trying to push Anderson away but Anderson has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Anderson tries to break free but Higgins pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Anderson drags the fight down to the ground.
Anderson controls Higgins momentarily but Higgins frees himself.
Anderson keeping moving, preventing Higgins from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Anderson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SU#
Higgins stands and steps away. Anderson gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Anderson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#CL#
and Higgins moves into the clinch.#T2##TD2#
Anderson jumps guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Higgins trying to control the position from guard on top but Anderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Anderson trying to control the position.
Anderson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Anderson wants to stand up but Higgins is controlling him.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Anderson. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Anderson has Higgins pulled in close to control his posture.
Higgins is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Higgins wants to control from the top but Anderson keeps moving. #SUB2#
Anderson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T3##SU#
Higgins stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Anderson cracks a nice hook into Higgins's ribs.#TD2#
Anderson shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Higgins is looking to control Anderson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Higgins avoid being mounted?
Anderson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Anderson trying to control from half guard but Higgins is working away. #T4#
Higgins has a hand on Anderson's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Anderson takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Higgins is looking to get to half guard.
Abe Anderson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Anderson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Higgins really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Higgins is working hard here to advance position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Anderson controlling his opponent.
Casey Higgins has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
And that's the end of the fight!
Abe Anderson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Anderson 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Abe Anderson!
Abe Anderson really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Pit Bull Development logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 15, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Stevenson shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES#
Higgins manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Stevenson keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Stevenson looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Higgins tries for a takedown. No joy.
Higgins could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Higgins tries for a takedown. No joy.
Stevenson scores with a shoulder strike. #CUT2#
It looks like Casey Higgins has been cut.
Stevenson stalling in the clinch but Higgins improves position.
Stevenson is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Stevenson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Higgins's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Stevenson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Higgins has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Stevenson after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casey Higgins. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stevenson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Higgins backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Higgins has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Stevenson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T1#
Higgins has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Stevenson after a bit of a struggle.
Stevenson is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Stevenson lands a hook that snaps the head of Higgins backwards.
Stevenson is looking to control Higgins's arms but Higgins gets an underhook and turns him. Now Stevenson has his back to the cage.
Higgins has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Stevenson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Higgins is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Stevenson is defending well.
Stevenson is trying to force a seperation but Higgins has the dominant position.
Stevenson trying to stall but Higgins improves his position.
Higgins drops down looking for an ankle pick but Stevenson pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Stevenson clinches with his opponent.
#T2#
Higgins goes for a takedown in the clinch but Stevenson prevents it.
Higgins drops down looking for an ankle pick but Stevenson pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Higgins gets tackled into the cage by Stevenson. Stevenson maintains the clinch.
Stevenson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Stevenson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Higgins is trying to drag Stevenson to the mat but Stevenson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Stevenson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Higgins.
#T3#
Higgins looking for a takedown.
Higgins wants to take the fight to the mat but Stevenson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Higgins wants to break free but Stevenson has control.
Stevenson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Stevenson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Stevenson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The referee calls for Stevenson to work.
Stevenson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Stevenson pushes Higgins back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Stevenson lands with a left to the head.
Stevenson lands a right hand. #T4#
Stevenson scores with a shoulder strike.
Stevenson dips a shoulder and cracks Higgins with a mighty uppercut! Higgins falls back against the cage and Stevenson unloads with a barrage of strikes! Higgins is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Stevenson screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Steve Stevenson!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 09, 2018 |
#R1#
Higgins takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A big right followed by a crushing left from Mackay knocks Higgins out cold! Ouch - that one's going to be featured in highlight reels for years to come!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Kai Mackay!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 07, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Nakamoto clinches.
Nakamoto content to slow the pace in the clinch.
#BC2#
Nakamoto pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nakamoto lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#CUT2#
It looks like Casey Higgins has been cut.
Nakamoto displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #ROC2#
Higgins is rocked!
Higgins could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#CL2#
Nakamoto has taken the fight to the clinch.
Nakamoto throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#BC2#
Nakamoto breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Higgins closes the distance and clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Higgins has hold of one of Nakamoto's legs. Nakamoto is fighting the takedown attempt but Higgins gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#ES2#
Nakamoto has his feet on Higgins's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Nakamoto throws a nice looking combination but Higgins bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nakamoto will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Satoshi Nakamoto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nakamoto lands a hook that stumbles Higgins back into the cage. Nakamoto follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Higgins to the canvas! Nakamoto pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Higgins has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Satoshi Nakamoto!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 02, 2018 |
#R1#
Tyson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Higgins counters with an inside leg kick.
Tyson looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#CL#
Tyson gets tackled into the cage by Higgins. Higgins maintains the clinch. #BC#
Higgins breaks from the clinch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Higgins is defended easily by Tyson.
Tyson steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Higgins.
Decent striking displayed by Tyson there.
Tyson stuns Higgins with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Higgins clinches with his opponent.
Tyson is trying to force a seperation but Higgins has the dominant position.
Tyson gets underhooks to prevent Higgins's takedown attempt.
Higgins has Tyson pushed against the cage.#T1#
Tyson is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casey Higgins. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tyson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Higgins.
#BC#
Higgins breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tyson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tyson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Higgins seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T2#
Tyson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Higgins circles away quickly and effectively.
Higgins tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Tyson manages to circle out of the way.
Higgins could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Tyson looks to score with a jab to the body but Higgins is just out of range.
Mike Tyson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tyson misses with a series of wild punches.
Higgins is looking to counter the offense by Tyson and move into the clinch.
Higgins tries to clinch up.
Higgins is looking to clinch but Tyson is avoiding it.
Tyson has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
The fight stays on the outside here - Higgins looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tyson throws an overhand right that lands on Higgins's shoulder, as Higgins tries to avoid the shot.
Tyson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Higgins is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tyson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tyson misses with a jab, cross combination.
#CL#
Higgins forces Tyson back against the cage and clinches.
Higgins has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tyson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T3#
Higgins has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tyson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Higgins looking for a takedown.
Higgins is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Tyson prevents the takedown attempt.
Higgins wants to take the fight to the mat but Tyson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC#
Higgins manages to break the clinch.
Tyson lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#T4##CL#
Higgins fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tyson, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Tyson turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#ES#
Higgins throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Higgins feints and as Tyson raises his hands in defense, Higgins changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Higgins wants to get up but he can't break Tyson's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Tyson is trying to control the position but Higgins postures up.
Higgins working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SU#
Higgins decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Tyson, up you get! #CL#
Higgins has taken the fight to the clinch.
Higgins wants to take the fight to the mat but Tyson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mike Tyson will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Tyson throws a lazy right hand but Higgins sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Tyson closes the distance and pushes Higgins back into the cage.
Higgins has Tyson pressed against the cage, preventing Tyson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tyson is trying to break the clinch but Higgins has him pressed against the cage. #TD#
Higgins jumps into guard, dragging Tyson to the mat.
Higgins throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Tyson controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Higgins is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Tyson is controlling him. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Higgins is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Tyson is breathing heavily.
Higgins is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SU#
Higgins gets to his feet - Tyson follows without any prompting.
Mike Tyson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Higgins closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Higgins breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Higgins dodges the punch combination from Tyson.
#CL#
Higgins clinches.
Higgins is looking for a takedown.#T2#
Higgins wants a takedown.
Tyson has had enough of the clinch but Higgins keeps him there for the moment.#TD#
Higgins successfully pulls guard.
Higgins looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tyson is one step ahead there.
Higgins will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
#T3#
Tyson stopping the sweep attempt from Higgins.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Higgins wants to stand up but Tyson is controlling him.
Higgins tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tyson wants to control from the top but Higgins keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tyson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Higgins.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casey Higgins. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tyson swings for the body but Higgins moves out of range.
Higgins tries to counter by clinching up but Tyson breaks away and moves out of range.
Tyson throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Higgins holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Tyson prevents the takedown attempt.
#T4#
Higgins is working for takedown but Tyson is calmly controlling the position for now.
Tyson has Higgins pressed against the cage, preventing Higgins from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Higgins looking for a takedown.
Tyson wants to break free but Higgins has control.
Higgins misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tyson.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Higgins changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tyson fights it off and pushes away nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Casey Higgins dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Tyson swinging wildly here.
Mike Tyson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tyson slips under a jab from Higgins.
Tyson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tyson keeps the fight on the outside.
Higgins tries to clinch there but Tyson circles away.
#TD#
Higgins looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SU#
Higgins stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Tyson to get to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tyson keeps the fight on the outside.
Tyson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Higgins showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tyson.
Tyson swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Higgins makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Tyson really felt that one!#T1##CL#
Higgins closes the distance and clinches.
Tyson is pressed up against the cage. Higgins has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tyson down to the mat. Tyson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Higgins gets a clinch. #BC#
Higgins breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Higgins gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A hook to the body from Higgins.
Higgins prevents Tyson from breaking the clinch.
Higgins with a knee to the head.
Tyson is trying to break free.#T2#
Tyson stops a takedown attempt from Higgins.
#BC#
Higgins breaks from the clinch.
Higgins looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tyson throws a series of punches but Higgins moves out of range.
Higgins closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tyson circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casey Higgins. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tyson misses with a wild combination.
#TD#
Higgins shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Higgins showed some decent athleticism there. #T3#
Higgins is looking to take a break and control but Tyson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Higgins content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Higgins has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SU#
Higgins stands up from half guard.
Higgins avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Nice defenses there by Higgins.
Higgins tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tyson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tyson misses with a wild combination.
Tyson throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Higgins moves into the clinch.
Tyson is pressed up against the cage. Higgins has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tyson down to the mat. Tyson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Tyson misses with a body shot.
Higgins wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Higgins wants to clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Higgins avoids the body shot from Tyson.
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 Casey Higgins.
I think Higgins 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:28
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Casey Higgins!
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Date: Dec 13, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Tenant breaks from the clinch.
Tenant lands a high kick!
#CUT2#
It looks like Casey Higgins has been cut.#TD2#
Tenant closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Higgins is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tenant thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Higgins's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tenant is figuring out what he wants to do next.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Higgins works his way to full guard. Good work.
Higgins will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Higgins could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#SU2#
Tenant gets to his feet - Higgins follows without any prompting. #T1##TD2#
Tenant scores with a takedown into Higgins's guard.
Tenant sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Higgins is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Tenant is controlling him.
Higgins wants to sweep but no luck.
Tenant wants to control from the top but Higgins keeps moving.
Higgins looking for a sweep. Not yet Higgins, not yet.
Tenant trying to control but Higgins is working from the bottom. #T2#
Higgins bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tenant's guard. #REVR#
Tenant is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Tenant prevents Higgins from improving his position.
Higgins wants to stand back up but Tenant manages to pass into side control.
Tenant trying to control the position but Higgins is working away.
Tenant tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Higgins is looking to reverse the position.
Tenant throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #T3#
Higgins dodges the ground and pound from Tenant.#SUB2#
Tenant tries for a kimura but Higgins is defending well.
Higgins parries the strikes from Tenant easily there. Tenant is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Higgins to escape.
Tenant trying to control the action but Higgins is working from the bottom.
Higgins manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Tenant keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tenant moves into full mount! Higgins won't be happy about that!
Tenant controlling the pace for now.
Tenant throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Higgins is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Higgins wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Tenant.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Higgins defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Tenant.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Adam Tenant dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Casey Higgins's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Higgins fails with a takedown attempt.
Tenant tries a quick counter leg kick but Higgins is wise to it.
Tenant has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2#
Tenant throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Higgins was covering up waiting for the punch and Tenant finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Higgins 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#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenant regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Tenant is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Tenant looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T1##SUB2#
Tenant working for a triangle but Higgins defends it easily.
Tenant wants to stand up but Higgins is controlling him.
Tenant is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Higgins wants to stand and escape but instead Tenant has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Tenant's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Tenant wants to control from the top but Higgins keeps moving. #SUB#
Tenant avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SU2#
Tenant decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD2#
Tenant shoots in and bounces Higgins off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Tenant is breathing heavily.
Higgins avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Tenant trying to control the position from guard on top but Higgins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Higgins wants to sweep here but Tenant controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Tenant with a flurry of punches that miss.
Higgins wants to sweep here but Tenant controlling him for the moment.
Tenant throws a strike but Higgins rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Tenant looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tenant is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Adam Tenant has got the better of the ground game so far.
Higgins sitting in guard here, content to control. #T4##SUB2#
Tenant has an active guard here but Higgins has managed to pass into half guard.
Tenant wants to improve his position but Higgins is controlling well.
Higgins keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Tenant tries to get to full guard but Higgins has control of the leg. #SUB#
Higgins seems to be looking for submissions.
Tenant trying to hold on to Higgins's head to control him but Higgins postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Higgins 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.
A close second round but Adam Tenant will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Casey Higgins's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Higgins gets a clinch.
Tenant is pressed up against the cage. Higgins has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tenant down to the mat. Tenant avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD2#
Higgins gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tenant to score an easy takedown into full guard.#ES#
Higgins has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Tenant off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #TD#
Higgins 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.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tenant trying to keep a closed guard but Higgins is proving a slippery customer.
Higgins would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T1#
Tenant working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Tenant throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Higgins wants to stand but Tenant is controlling his posture from full guard.
Higgins is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Higgins drops back looking for a leg! Tenant is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Tenant manages to kick Higgins off! Higgins jumps back into Tenant's guard.
Higgins working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Adam Tenant is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#CL2#
Tenant fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Higgins, pushing him back against the cage.
Tenant gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Higgins.
Higgins is trying to force a seperation but Tenant has the dominant position.
Higgins blocks an elbow strike.#BC2#
Tenant escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T3#
Higgins moves in looking to clinch but Tenant pushes him off.#TD2#
Tenant closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB2#
Tenant is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Higgins is refusing to be controlled, as Tenant sits in half guard.
Tenant takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tenant passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Higgins!
Higgins regains half guard.#T4#
Higgins misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Higgins wants to get back to full guard.
Higgins missing with punches from the bottom.
Tenant is looking to take a break and control but Higgins is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Higgins is in trouble now - Tenant has advanced to mount!
Casey Higgins has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Adam Tenant is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Higgins is working to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Adam Tenant.
Well Tenant 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Adam Tenant!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 08, 2017 |
#R1#
Minded lands with an uppercut that bounces Higgins off the cage and back into range.#CUT2#
It looks like Casey Higgins has been cut.#KD2#
Minded drops Higgins with a beautiful combination! Higgins stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Minded is looking for the KO!#TD2#
Minded shoots in for a takedown. Oh, that's a huge slam! Higgins is on queer street and Minded is pounding down on him with a barage of strikes. The ref is forced to step in and stop the fight. Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Slam). Absent Minded!
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