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by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
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Event:
OFL 9
Date: Sep 16, 2018 |
#R1#
The Leaf shoots in but Constantine avoids the takedown attempt easily.
The Leaf misses with a looping right.#TD2#
The Leaf drives through with a takedown into Constantine's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Constantine utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The Leaf trying to control but Constantine is working from the bottom.
The Leaf is looking to work some ground and pound but Constantine has wrist control.#SUB2#
The Leaf drops back looking for a leg! Constantine is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Constantine manages to kick The Leaf off! The Leaf jumps back into Constantine's guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
The Leaf throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Constantine preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T1#
The Leaf wants to pass the guard but Constantine is keeping the position.
The Leaf is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Constantine is breathing heavily.
The Leaf works over Constantine with some ground and pound from guard.
The Leaf throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The Leaf landing some decent shots from guard.
Constantine on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Constantine tries to get out of the position.
The Leaf throws a big elbow that misses.
Constantine keeping moving, preventing The Leaf from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
The Leaf drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says The Leaf as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Constantine screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with The Leaf! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Herbal The Leaf!
Herbal The Leaf very nearly forgot to thank IniTech Nutrition amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Event:
OFL 8
Date: Sep 09, 2018 |
#R1#
Elliot displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from The Leaf.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Elliot.
Elliot closes the distance and clinches up with The Leaf, looking for a takedown. Elliot pushes The Leaf against the ropes but The Leaf circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Elliot's coach down at K.O. Koala's was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Elliot's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Elliot shoots for a takedown but The Leaf saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Herbal The Leaf has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Andrew Elliot.
The Leaf throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Elliot defends well against a solid takedown attempt from The Leaf.#TD#
The Leaf looking to score a takedown here. Elliot is defending well but The Leaf drives through and ends up in Elliot's guard.#SUB#
The Leaf drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Elliot dives on top into guard.#REVB#
The Leaf looking to hit a scissor sweep but Elliot is one step ahead there.
Elliot lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Elliot got a little sloppy there for a moment and The Leaf has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Elliot has managed to get both his arms back between The Leaf's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1##SUB#
The Leaf has his foot on Elliot's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Elliot works his way back into a safe position though.
Elliot wants to control from the top but The Leaf keeps moving.
Elliot loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Elliot makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The Leaf is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The Leaf wants to sweep but no luck.
Elliot postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Elliot is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
The Leaf is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Elliot defends well.
Elliot in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The Leaf seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Elliot throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
Elliot advances position into side control!
The Leaf tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Elliot is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but The Leaf is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
The Leaf is trying to get back to half guard.
The Leaf knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Elliot on the ground.
Elliot tries to score with some ground and pound. The Leaf controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
The Leaf is trying to get back to half guard.
The Leaf takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
#SUB2#
Elliot is trying to get an arm triangle but The Leaf is defending well. #T3#
The Leaf is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Elliot tries for a kimura but The Leaf is defending well.
The Leaf is trying to improve his position.
The Leaf is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Elliot has hold of The Leaf's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! The Leaf tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Elliot cranks the arm and The Leaf screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from The Leaf, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Andrew Elliot!
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Event:
OFL 5
Date: Aug 18, 2018 |
#R1#
The Leaf shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Heath pinned against the ropes. Heath gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Heath looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!#CL2#
The Leaf has Heath up against the ropes in a clinch.
#TD2#
The Leaf lands a takedown into guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
The Leaf in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells The Leaf's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The Leaf wants to control from the top but Heath keeps moving.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells The Leaf's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
The Leaf drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and The Leaf jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The Leaf connects with a couple of short punches.
Heath avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
The Leaf is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T1##SUB#
Heath has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but The Leaf can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The Leaf postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as The Leaf accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The Leaf has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The Leaf wants to get up but he can't break Heath 's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The Leaf with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The Leaf trying to control the position from guard on top but Heath is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Leaf is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Heath avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The Leaf wants to control from the top but Heath keeps moving.
The Leaf slips nicely into half guard.
Heath on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Heath tries to get out of the position.#T2##SUB2#
The Leaf is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Heath has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
The Leaf is working for a kimura but Heath is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
The Leaf seems to be working for a kimura but Heath defends the submission attempt.
Heath taking some punishment here, with The Leaf in his half guard. #SUB2#
The Leaf is working for a kimura but Heath is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura but Heath is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for The Leaf to get the leverage. #T3#
Heath is refusing to be controlled, as The Leaf sits in half guard. #SUB2#
The Leaf wants to work for an arm triangle but Heath is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
The Leaf is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura here.
The Leaf is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Heath is staying active underneath The Leaf, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The Leaf working over Heath with some ground and pound. Heath looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura but Heath is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for The Leaf to get the leverage.
Heath slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The Leaf works over Heath with some ground and pound from guard.
The Leaf scoring with some ground and pound.
The Leaf postures up and lands a big shot to Heath 's brow.
The Leaf lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
The Leaf drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and The Leaf jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The Leaf postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The Leaf is in close to Heath 's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
The Leaf drops back looking for a leg! Heath is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Heath manages to kick The Leaf off! The Leaf jumps back into Heath 's guard.
The Leaf keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Heath 's head.#ROC2#
Heath is rocked!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Herbal The Leaf dominated that round.
That's time! Heath 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
The Leaf closes this distance looking for a takedown but Heath circles away.
The Leaf shoots for a takedown but Heath saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
The Leaf shoots in but no luck this time.
Heath appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Josh Heath has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Herbal The Leaf.
The Leaf shoots in and drives through. Heath sprawls well.
The Leaf looks for a takedown but Heath sprawls well.#TD2#
The Leaf shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. The Leaf showed some decent athleticism there.
The Leaf drops an elbow to the side of Heath 's head.
Oh Heath is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Heath is trying to control but can't.
Heath seems to have got his legs back now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Leaf lands strikes from half guard.#SUB2#
The Leaf is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The Leaf looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Heath with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T1##SUB2#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
The Leaf is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Heath doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time The Leaf. #SUB2#
The Leaf wants to work for an arm triangle but Heath is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Heath is defending against the submission attempts here by The Leaf.
#SUB2#
The Leaf is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Heath has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
The Leaf lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
The Leaf is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Heath doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time The Leaf.
The Leaf throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. The Leaf connects with a nice short shot to Heath 's temple.
The Leaf working the head and body with strikes.
The Leaf prevents Heath from improving his position.#T3#
Nice strikes from The Leaf there. #SUB2#
The Leaf 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.
The Leaf is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Heath is hurt! He's hurt bad - The Leaf fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Heath from any more punishment! Congratulations to The Leaf! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Herbal The Leaf!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Herbal The Leaf made sure he mentioned IniTech Nutrition , along with how happy he was to win his fight.
In defeat, Josh Heath stepped up to the mic, saying 'Fuck you'.
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Event:
OFL 3
Date: Aug 11, 2018 |
#R1#
The Leaf fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Anderson avoids it really well and circles away.
The Leaf goes for a double leg but Anderson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Anderson continues to drive forward.#TD2#
The Leaf shoots in and gets a takedown into Anderson's guard.
Anderson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The Leaf stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Anderson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Anderson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from The Leaf. #SUB#
Anderson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and The Leaf defends well.
The Leaf is in close to Anderson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Leaf trying to control but Anderson is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Anderson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Anderson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but The Leaf can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Anderson trying to keep a closed guard but The Leaf is proving a slippery customer.
The Leaf with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Anderson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. The Leaf defends it easily.
The Leaf passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Anderson is trying to improve his position.
The Leaf lands a few punches from side control.#SUB2#
The Leaf is trying to get an arm triangle but Anderson is defending well.
Anderson struggling a bit here.#T2#
Anderson is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
The Leaf wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Anderson, who protects the arm well.
Anderson tries to bench press The Leaf off him but The Leaf keeps the position. #SUB2#
The Leaf tries for a kimura but Anderson is defending well.
Anderson sneaks back into half guard.
Anderson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of The Leaf's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take The Leaf's back!
Anderson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Anderson trying to control momentarily.
#SUB#
Anderson working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but The Leaf is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Anderson has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! The Leaf taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Lars Anderson!
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Event:
OFL 2 - Ascension
Date: Jul 31, 2018 |
#R1#
The Leaf takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kaniecki lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kaniecki has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as The Leaf is landing a low percentage of strikes.
The Leaf gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Kaniecki to counter with a crisp jab.
Kaniecki with a jab.
Kaniecki throws an overhand right from the outside, which connects and sends The Leaf stumbling backwards into the ropes! The Leaf bounces back off the ropes towards Kaniecki, who cracks him with a two punch combination that drops him to his knees! Kaniecki lands two more shots before the referee has chance to intervene - what a finish! Kaniecki celebrates with his corner as the crowd cheer loudly.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Jacek Kaniecki!
Jacek Kaniecki decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
RISE 25 - Aron vs Ray
Date: Apr 21, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
The Leaf shoots in and gets a takedown into Jimenez's guard.
Jimenez has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad MMA Rio. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
The Leaf might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The Leaf trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The Leaf distracts Jimenez with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Jimenez has momentary wrist control but The Leaf slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
The Leaf thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The Leaf working some strikes from top position.
The Leaf pushing down on Jimenez's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
The Leaf is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Jimenez defends it well.
The Leaf lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Jimenez defends it well. #T1#
Jimenez is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Jimenez defends it well. #SUB#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Jimenez defends it well. #SUB#
The Leaf is trying to work for a kimura but Jimenez is defending well.
#SUB#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Jimenez still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Jimenez has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
The Leaf looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
The Leaf gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The Leaf manages to get to full guard.
Jimenez preventing the sweep.
Jimenez stops The Leaf from standing up. #SUB#
The Leaf is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Jimenez has his hands clasped together but The Leaf extends and breaks Jimenez's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by The Leaf.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Herbal The Leaf!
Herbal The Leaf made sure to mention his sponsor, IniTech Nutrition in his post fight interview.
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Event:
RISE 22 - Lawler vs Reynolds
Date: Mar 31, 2018 |
#R1#
The Leaf throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The Leaf fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Quick avoids it really well and circles away.#TD2#
The Leaf decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The Leaf scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
The Leaf is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Quick sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
The Leaf 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.
#SUB2#
The Leaf is working for a submission of some sort.
The Leaf should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
The Leaf is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Quick has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T1#
Quick wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Quick is defending against the submission attempts here by The Leaf.
#SUB2#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Quick is not content to let The Leaf control the position.#SUB2#
The Leaf in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Quick tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from The Leaf!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Herbal The Leaf!
Herbal The Leaf made sure to mention his sponsor, IniTech Nutrition in his post fight interview.
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Event:
RISE 19 - Alison vs Faze
Date: Mar 10, 2018 |
#R1#
A jab lands there for Boi.
Boi lands a body shot.
#TD2#
The Leaf scores with a takedown into Boi's guard.
The Leaf with a nice head shot there.
The Leaf is in close to Boi's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The Leaf throwing strikes but missing.
The Leaf landing with the ground and pound.
The Leaf postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Boi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells The Leaf's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The Leaf working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Boi's head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells The Leaf's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Boi knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for The Leaf on the ground.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The Leaf lands a couple of elbows.
The Leaf scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The Leaf lands a couple of elbows.#ROC2#
Boi is rocked!
Boi controls The Leaf momentarily but The Leaf frees himself.
Oh Boi is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
The Leaf lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The Leaf makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The Leaf is working Boi over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
The Leaf arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Boi's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Herbal The Leaf!
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Event:
RISE 12 - McKibbon vs Alison
Date: Feb 05, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
The Leaf shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bobby is trying to defend but The Leaf finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB#
The Leaf seems to be working for a kimura but Bobby defends the submission attempt.
The Leaf sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bobby defending well though.
Bobby is staying active underneath The Leaf, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Bobby looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The Leaf winds up and cracks Bobby with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura but Bobby is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for The Leaf to get the leverage.
Bobby tries to get to full guard but The Leaf has control of the leg.
The Leaf is thwarting Bobby's attempts to control the position.
Bobby might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control The Leaf haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Bobby is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but The Leaf is staying active.
The Leaf wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bobby keeps working. #SUB#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
The Leaf 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.
The Leaf could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
The Leaf lands strikes from half guard.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Bobby tries to regain full guard. Instead though, The Leaf has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Bobby is desperately trying to improve his position but The Leaf has a good base and remains in mount.
The Leaf pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#SUB#
The Leaf is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Bobby has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB#
The Leaf jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Bobby manages to avoid the submission attempt.
The Leaf looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
The Leaf trying to control the position but Bobby is working away. #T3#
The Leaf is really struggling to control Bobby but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The Leaf in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Bobby is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
The Leaf thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
The Leaf is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bobby is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bobby wants to control but The Leaf postures up.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bobby is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Bobby taking a bit of punishment here - The Leaf scoring with strikes.
The Leaf works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Bobby tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but The Leaf wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
The Leaf tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bobby can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
The Leaf goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Bobby rolls with the submission and now he's on top in The Leaf's guard! Nice work there by Bobby!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bobby is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Herbal The Leaf dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Bobby is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD#
The Leaf darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The Leaf has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
The Leaf is working for an americana but Bobby has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst The Leaf was thinking about the submission.
The Leaf stopping the sweep attempt from Bobby.
The Leaf is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bobby can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Bobby is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Bobby escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. The Leaf gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The Leaf trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Bobby 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.
Bobby keeping moving, preventing The Leaf from controlling successfully.
The Leaf's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The Leaf is pushing down on Bobby's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bobby is fighting to maintain full guard but The Leaf has managed to sneak the leg through.
Bobby tries to roll over but The Leaf keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Bobby looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Bobby is defending against the submission attempts here by The Leaf.
#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.#SUB#
The Leaf is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bobby doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time The Leaf.
The Leaf looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
The Leaf 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.
#T3#
Bobby moves into full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as The Leaf accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bobby controls The Leaf momentarily but The Leaf frees himself.
Bobby looking for a sweep. Not yet Bobby, not yet. #SUB#
The Leaf thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
The Leaf wants to stand but Bobby is controlling his posture from full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bobby is looking to clinch but The Leaf is avoiding it.
Bobby with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bobby throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by The Leaf.#TD#
The Leaf shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
The Leaf seems to be working for a kimura but Bobby defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
The Leaf is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Bobby actively working from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Herbal The Leaf dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
A combination from The Leaf does no damage.
Bobby throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bobby fails with a takedown attempt.
The Leaf appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Bobby lands a head kick!
The Leaf avoids the head kick by Bobby.
Bobby throws a sloppy head kick and The Leaf moves out of range easily. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bobby looking to throw knees to the head but The Leaf is blocking nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bobby stalling in the clinch but The Leaf improves position.
The Leaf tries to break free but Bobby pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Bobby manages to pull guard.
The Leaf looking to pass the guard.
Bobby keeping moving, preventing The Leaf from controlling successfully. #T1#
The Leaf lands a couple of elbows.
The Leaf works over Bobby with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
The Leaf drops back, looking for a kneebar! Bobby looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Bobby looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Bobby! #REVB#
Bobby creates some space and throws a big elbow, but The Leaf sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
The Leaf is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The Leaf is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The Leaf works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bobby won't allow The Leaf to get back to his feet. #T2#
Bobby sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Bobby drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Bobby jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
The Leaf looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The Leaf working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bobby.
Bobby is in close to The Leaf's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Bobby works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Herbal The Leaf overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
The Leaf looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The Leaf gets back to full guard.
The Leaf is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
The Leaf utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
The Leaf working for a triangle but Bobby defends it easily.
The Leaf keeping moving, preventing Bobby from controlling successfully.
Bobby is looking to work some ground and pound but The Leaf has wrist control.#SUB#
The Leaf throws his legs up looking for a submission but Bobby uses it to pass to side control.
Bobby lands an elbow.
Ricky Bobby has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bobby is looking to take a break and control but The Leaf is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bobby working the ground and pound.
The Leaf tries to bench press Bobby off him but Bobby keeps the position.
Bobby is working The Leaf over with some ground and pound from side control.
You can see the frustration on The Leaf's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The Leaf gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The Leaf has hold of Bobby's hands but Bobby slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The Leaf moves into full guard.
Herbal The Leaf is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The Leaf avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ricky Bobby comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think The Leaf 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Herbal The Leaf!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 01, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
The Leaf moves into the clinch successfully.
Fowler wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but The Leaf has him pressed against the cage.#TD2#
The Leaf successfully pulls guard.
#SUB2#
The Leaf is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
The Leaf looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Fowler passes into half guard.
#SUB2#
The Leaf looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Leaf tries to roll over but Fowler keeps him under control.#T1#
Fowler not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Fowler missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The Leaf regains full guard. Nicely done.
Fowler has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of The Leaf is proving hard to escape from.
Fowler could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#SUB2#
The Leaf is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Fowler is sitting in close to The Leaf's body. The Leaf has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Fowler is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Fowler is tapping! That was a very nice submission by The Leaf.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Herbal The Leaf!
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