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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 03, 2018 |
#R1#
Iyagbor connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Iyagbor moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Ward shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Iyagbor sprawls well. Iyagbor wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ward gets slowly back to his feet.
Ward tries to clinch but Iyagbor is having none of it.
Iyagbor lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ward throws a head kick but Iyagbor moves out of range.
Ward shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Iyagbor drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Iyagbor looking to pass the guard.
Iyagbor controlling from the top position.
Ward wants to sweep here but Iyagbor controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Ward controls Iyagbor momentarily but Iyagbor frees himself.
Iyagbor slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Iyagbor stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ward swivels though and keeps the full guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Ward throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Iyagbor gets a takedown into half guard.
Ward trying to control here.
Ward moves into full guard.
Ward can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Iyagbor controls the pace.#T3#
Ward looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Iyagbor pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ward is keeping the position for now.
Ward throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Iyagbor wants to stand but Ward has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Iyagbor stuffs the takedown attempt from Ward. Ward gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Micky Ward. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Iyagbor fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ward, pushing him back against the cage.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ward tries for a takedown but Iyagbor manages to get underhooks.
Ward wants to get back to striking at distance but Iyagbor won't allow it.
Ward is trying to force a seperation but Iyagbor has the dominant position.#TD#
Ward has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Iyagbor uses from the top position.
Ward is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ward looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Iyagbor postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Iyagbor pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ward is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Ward has his foot on Iyagbor's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Iyagbor works his way back into a safe position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nnaemeka Iyagbor dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Iyagbor blocks the body kick.
Iyagbor slaps away a takedown attempt from Ward, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Iyagbor dives in for a single leg takedown but Ward sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Iyagbor slaps away a takedown attempt from Ward, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ward is defended easily by Iyagbor.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Micky Ward. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Iyagbor.
Ward tries to clinch but Iyagbor is having none of it.
Ward stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ward wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Iyagbor looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Ward is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Ward tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Ward works his way to full guard. Good work.
Iyagbor is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Iyagbor working some strikes from top position.
Ward can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Iyagbor controls the pace.
Iyagbor must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Iyagbor is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Iyagbor trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ward avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Ward trying to keep a closed guard but Iyagbor is proving a slippery customer.
Iyagbor controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ward looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ward scores with a leg kick.
#CL2#
Iyagbor has Ward up against the cage in a clinch.
#T3#
Iyagbor tries for a takedown but Ward manages to get underhooks.
#TD#
Ward gets control of Iyagbor's arms and successfully pulls guard. Ward will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Iyagbor avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Iyagbor is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Iyagbor has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Iyagbor lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Iyagbor's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Iyagbor throws a big right hand that misses. #T4#
Iyagbor won't allow Ward to sweep him here.
Iyagbor is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ward lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Iyagbor is pulling down on Ward's head. It's preventing any offense from Ward, at least for the moment.
Ward trying to control but Iyagbor is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Iyagbor wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Nnaemeka Iyagbor will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Iyagbor shoots in for a double leg but Ward sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Iyagbor fails with a takedown attempt.
As Iyagbor tries to get set, Ward tries to push him back and clinch up but Iyagbor manages to avoid the attempt.#CL2#
Iyagbor has managed to clinch.
Iyagbor stops a takedown attempt from Ward.
Iyagbor dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iyagbor is struggling to control the position.#TD2#
Iyagbor manages to pull guard.
#T1#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Iyagbor holds on and takes a little breather.
Ward slips nicely into half guard.
Iyagbor tries to get to full guard but Ward has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ward not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ward trying to control from half guard but Iyagbor is working away. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Iyagbor trying to control from the bottom.
Ward trying to control the action but Iyagbor is working from the bottom.
Iyagbor is trying to stand back up but Ward is controlling him
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Ward with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ward shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Iyagbor sprawls well. Iyagbor wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ward gets slowly back to his feet.#T3#
Ward looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Micky Ward. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Ward tries to keep at a distance but Iyagbor has taken the fight into the clinch.
Iyagbor gets underhooks to prevent Ward's takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ward tries to work over Iyagbor's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Iyagbor breaks the clinch.
Iyagbor displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ward.
Iyagbor misses with a head kick.
#CL2#
Iyagbor gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T4#
Iyagbor blocks a body shot from Ward.
Iyagbor tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Ward lands a nice knee to the body.
Ward wants to break free but Iyagbor has control.
Iyagbor softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Iyagbor breaks from the clinch.
Ward tries to clinch there but Iyagbor circles away.
Iyagbor shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ward is looking to counter the offense by Iyagbor and move into the clinch.
Iyagbor tries to bum rush Ward with a series of wild strikes but Ward uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ward fails to land with a series of punches.
Micky Ward has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nnaemeka Iyagbor is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ward fails in his attempt to clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nnaemeka Iyagbor comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Iyagbor 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 Peter Branson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nnaemeka Iyagbor!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 29, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Fajic gets tackled into the cage by Iyagbor. Iyagbor maintains the clinch. #BC#
Fajic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Iyagbor pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Fajic back to the cage. Iyagbor follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Iyagbor dives in and grabs Fajic's left leg, looking for a takedown. Fajic pushes down on Iyagbor's head and hops out.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Iyagbor.
Iyagbor fails with the takedown#CL#
and Fajic holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Mirsad Fajic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nnaemeka Iyagbor.#TD#
Fajic wants the takedown. Iyagbor is fighting it off but Fajic persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Iyagbor's guard against the cage.
Iyagbor is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Fajic wants to stand but Iyagbor is controlling his posture from full guard.
Fajic throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Iyagbor works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Fajic throwing strikes from guard but Iyagbor blocks nicely.
Fajic working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Iyagbor wants to sweep here but Fajic controlling him for the moment.
Iyagbor preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Fajic postures up.
Fajic throwing strikes from guard but Iyagbor blocks nicely.
Iyagbor is looking to sweep but instead, Fajic has passed into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Fajic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Iyagbor doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Fajic. #T2#
Iyagbor trying to control from the bottom.
Fajic throwing shots but Iyagbor is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Fajic seems to be working for a kimura but Iyagbor defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Fajic is trying to work for a kimura but Iyagbor is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Iyagbor is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Fajic is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Iyagbor defends it well.
Fajic not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Fajic is thwarting Iyagbor's attempts to control the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Fajic stuffs the takedown attempt from Iyagbor. Iyagbor gets slowly back to his feet. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#CL#
Fajic moves into range and clinches up with Iyagbor.
Iyagbor is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD#
Fajic pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Fajic is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Iyagbor defends well.#SUB#
Fajic has his foot on Iyagbor's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Iyagbor works his way back into a safe position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fajic is striking from the bottom but Iyagbor uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
Fajic on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Fajic tries to get out of the position.
Fajic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mirsad Fajic dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Fajic misses with a series of wild punches.
#TD#
Fajic is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Iyagbor's half guard.
Fajic sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Iyagbor defending well though. #SUB#
Fajic seems to be working for a kimura but Iyagbor defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Fajic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iyagbor wants to get back to his feet.
#T1#
Fajic thows a huge punch but Iyagbor dodges it nicely.
Iyagbor trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Iyagbor sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Iyagbor punching from the bottom.
Fajic blocks the strikes from Iyagbor.
Iyagbor blocking the ground and pound attempt from Fajic.
Fajic not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T2#
Ground and pound from Fajic.
Fajic thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Iyagbor's head.
Fajic throwing shots but Iyagbor is blocking nicely.
Iyagbor trying to control from the bottom.
Iyagbor is trying to control but Fajic passes into side control!
Iyagbor is looking to regain half guard here but Fajic keeps moving and retains side control.
Fajic creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Iyagbor sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Fajic throws a strike aimed at the side of Iyagbor's head but Iyagbor avoids it well.#T3#
Fajic misses with the ground and pound.
Iyagbor sneaks back into half guard.
Fajic lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB#
Fajic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Iyagbor is just riding it out for now. Fajic eventually gives up the hold.
Fajic throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Fajic blocks the strikes from Iyagbor.
Iyagbor regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Fajic.
Iyagbor manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Fajic manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Fajic keeping moving, preventing Iyagbor from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Fajic looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Iyagbor has picked Fajic up and slammed him! Fajic can't keep hold of the triangle and Iyagbor manages to pass to side control!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Iyagbor wants to control but Fajic is keeping him busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mirsad Fajic dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice takedown defense from Iyagbor. No joy for Fajic on that attempt.
Iyagbor lands a slapping body shot.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Iyagbor.
Fajic appears to be looking for a big counter.
Iyagbor tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Fajic paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Iyagbor just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromFajic.#CL#
Fajic clinches up with Iyagbor and pushes him back against the cage.
Fajic fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Iyagbor goes for a takedown in the clinch but Fajic prevents it.
#BC2#
Iyagbor's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iyagbor defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Fajic.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mirsad Fajic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fajic on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Fajic avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T1#
Iyagbor ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL#
Fajic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Iyagbor tries to stall but Fajic uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Iyagbor blocks the elbow strike.
Fajic blocks an uppercut.
Iyagbor is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Fajic pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Iyagbor prevents a takedown attempt there.
Fajic tries for a takedown but Iyagbor manages to get underhooks.
Iyagbor looking for a takedown. #BC#
Fajic breaks the clinch.
Iyagbor blocks the body kick.
#T2##CL2#
Iyagbor clinches up with Fajic and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Fajic has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Iyagbor regains guard immediately.
Iyagbor is wriggling around but Fajic manages to pass to half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#REVB#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fajic thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Iyagbor's head. #SUB#
Fajic seems to be working for a kimura but Iyagbor defends the submission attempt.
Iyagbor gets full guard.#T3##SUB#
Fajic drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Iyagbor manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Fajic has Iyagbor in his guard.#REVB#
Fajic throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Iyagbor controls from within his opponent's guard.
Iyagbor wants to pass the guard but Fajic is keeping the position.#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.
Iyagbor pushes down on Fajic's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Fajic actively working from the bottom here.
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. Iyagbor connects with a nice short shot to Fajic's temple.
Iyagbor trying to control from half guard but Fajic is working away.
Fajic really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nnaemeka Iyagbor has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mirsad Fajic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Fajic is trying to control but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nnaemeka Iyagbor comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Fajic 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight 29:28
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mirsad Fajic!
Mirsad Fajic thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 27, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Iyagbor instigates a clinch.
Bectic tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Bectic is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Iyagbor to keep the fight standing.#TD#
Iyagbor pulls guard effortlessly.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Iyagbor is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Iyagbor escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bectic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bectic is looking to stand up but Iyagbor won't let him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Iyagbor controlling Bectic's posture. #SUB#
Iyagbor looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T1#
Bectic working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Iyagbor keeping moving, preventing Bectic from controlling successfully. #ES#
Iyagbor pushes Bectic off and scrambles back to his feet.
Bectic throws a nice head kick!
#TD#
Iyagbor shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Iyagbor showed some decent athleticism there.
Iyagbor content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2#
Bectic is trying to control but can't.
Iyagbor is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Iyagbor scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Iyagbor prevents Bectic from improving his position.
Iyagbor working Bectic over with strikes. #T3#
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. Iyagbor connects with a nice short shot to Bectic's temple.
Bectic wants to control but Iyagbor is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Iyagbor is taking a breather. Bectic says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Iyagbor seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bectic for as long as he can get away with.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Iyagbor wants to work for an arm triangle but Bectic is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Iyagbor controlling the pace.
Iyagbor lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Iyagbor looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nnaemeka Iyagbor dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Iyagbor gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Iyagbor jumps guard and drags Bectic to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Iyagbor is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB#
Iyagbor had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bectic defends it easily.
Iyagbor trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Iyagbor is on top in guard.
#REVR##T1#
Iyagbor engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Iyagbor connects with a couple of short punches.#ROC#
Bectic is rocked!
Iyagbor gets to his feet and stands over Bectic, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Bectic felt that one! Iyagbor unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Bectic from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nnaemeka Iyagbor!
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