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Event:
DSC STRIKE 45
Date: Mar 27, 2019 |
#R1#
Van Der Dusse lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#TD2#
Van Der Dusse closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Shaq to the mat! Shaq manages to get full guard.
Shaq is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Van Der Dusse is controlling him.
Van Der Dusse throws a strike but Shaq rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Van Der Dusse has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Van Der Dusse working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Shaq is aware though and is defending well.
Shaq controls from within his opponent's guard.
Shaq is working Van Der Dusse over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Shaq wants to control from the top but Van Der Dusse keeps moving.
Shaq has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse has an active guard here but Shaq has managed to pass into half guard.
#T1#
Van Der Dusse is looking for a sweep. Shaq is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Van Der Dusse is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Van Der Dusse has hold of Shaq's hands but Shaq slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Van Der Dusse is looking for a sweep. Shaq is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Shaq has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Van Der Dusse tries to roll over but Shaq keeps him under control.#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.
Van Der Dusse trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse looking for submissions off his back.
Van Der Dusse is trying to maintain the position but Shaq is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Shaq trying to control the pace. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Van Der Dusse fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T3#
Van Der Dusse throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Shaq counters with a single leg into guard. Van Der Dusse didn't expect that.
Van Der Dusse not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Shaq slips nicely into half guard.
Van Der Dusse is looking for a sweep. Shaq is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shaq is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Shaq slows the pace down in half guard.
Shaq'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.
Van Der Dusse is looking for a sweep. Shaq is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Shaq is taking a breather. Van Der Dusse 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.
Shaq trying to control from half guard but Van Der Dusse is working away.
Van Der Dusse blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shaq.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse actively working from the bottom here.
Van Der Dusse is refusing to be controlled, as Shaq sits in half guard.
Van Der Dusse is trying to control but Shaq manages to pass to mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Van Der Dusse shoots in but no luck this time.
Anthon Van Der Dusse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Der Dusse ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shaq moves away.
Shaq tries to counter with a takedown but Van Der Dusse is quick to defend against it.
Van Der Dusse throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Van Der Dusse misses with a takedown attempt - Shaq sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Shaq attempts a counter takedown but Van Der Dusse avoids it well and moves away.
Shaq uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Van Der Dusse.
#TD2#
Van Der Dusse shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Shaq's guard.
Shaq is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Dusse throws a strike but Shaq rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Shaq trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Dusse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shaq sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
Shaq is fighting to break Van Der Dusse's control of his arms but Van Der Dusse is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Shaq showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Our spies down at at Official UFC Performance Institute Training Center inform us that Van Der Dusse has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Shaq trying to control but Van Der Dusse is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Van Der Dusse had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Shaq defends it easily.
Shaq won't allow Van Der Dusse to sweep him here.
Van Der Dusse working a defensive guard here.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Van Der Dusse wants to sweep here but Shaq controlling him for the moment.
Van Der Dusse can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Shaq controls the pace.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Van Der Dusse is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Shaq wants to get back to his feet but Van Der Dusse is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Van Der Dusse trying to move into half guard but instead Shaq has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Shaq stopping the sweep attempt from Van Der Dusse.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Shaq is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3#
Van Der Dusse tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Shaq seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Van Der Dusse trying to control the position.
Shaq controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Van Der Dusse is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Shaq is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Shaq lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Shaq got a little sloppy there for a moment and Van Der Dusse has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Shaq has managed to get both his arms back between Van Der Dusse's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Shaq can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Shaq content to stall in guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shaq postures up.
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 Roadman Shaq will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Van Der Dusse lands a slapping body shot.
Van Der Dusse scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Van Der Dusse misses with a telegraphed body shot
#TD#
and Shaq counters with a shoot takedown. Van Der Dusse fights it but they end up in guard.
Shaq trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Dusse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Roadman Shaq overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Shaq got a little sloppy there for a moment and Van Der Dusse has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Shaq has managed to get both his arms back between Van Der Dusse's legs - danger averted.
Shaq slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Van Der Dusse keeping moving, preventing Shaq from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaq landing with the ground and pound. #T1#
Van Der Dusse being controlled here, momentarily.
Shaq seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Van Der Dusse for as long as he can get away with.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Shaq sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse lands a jab to Shaq's midsection.
Shaq gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Van Der Dusse.
Van Der Dusse swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD#
so Shaq counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Van Der Dusse looking for a sweep. Not yet Van Der Dusse, not yet.
Shaq engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Shaq is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Van Der Dusse being controlled here, momentarily.
Van Der Dusse looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shaq is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Van Der Dusse had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Shaq defends it easily.
Shaq looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Shaq trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Dusse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #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.#SUB2#
Van Der Dusse is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Shaq has his hands clasped together but Van Der Dusse extends and breaks Shaq's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Van Der Dusse.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Anthon Van Der Dusse!
Anthon Van Der Dusse is the new featherweight champion!
Anthon Van Der Dusse seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Roadman Shaq spoke after the fight, saying '"Perspiration ting"'.
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Event:
DSC STRIKE 42
Date: Mar 09, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
McDavid closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Shaq did well to prevent McDavid getting side control.#SUB#
McDavid is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Shaq has managed to free his arm - good work.
McDavid trying to mount his opponent but Shaq defends it.
McDavid is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shaq is in trouble now - McDavid has advanced to mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaq is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
McDavid can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Shaq is looking to escape. #T1#
McDavid content just to control the position here.
McDavid wants to control but instead Shaq manages to regain half guard.
McDavid trying to control the action but Shaq is working from the bottom.
Shaq looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
McDavid trying to control the action but Shaq is working from the bottom.
McDavid trying to mount his opponent but Shaq defends it.
McDavid controlling the action here.
Shaq is in trouble now - McDavid has advanced to mount! #T3#
McDavid controlling the position easily from mount.
McDavid tries to control but Shaq wriggling away.
You get the feeling that Shaq really doesn't like being in this position too much.
McDavid trying to control but he's not successful this time.
McDavid controlling his opponent. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
McDavid trying to control but Shaq is having none of it.
Shaq wants to try and get back to his feet.
McDavid takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shaq is squirming around, avoiding McDavid's attempts to control the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roy McDavid dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
McDavid's corner calls for a 1-2. McDavid obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
McDavid swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#TD#
McDavid feints and as Shaq raises his hands in defense, McDavid changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Shaq wants to get back to his feet but McDavid is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Shaq keeping full guard, as McDavid tries to pass.
McDavid stops Shaq from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDavid showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1#
McDavid wants to control from the top but Shaq keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McDavid 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.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
McDavid darts in looking for a takedown but Shaq gets double underhooks and turns McDavid into the cage.
Roy McDavid is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McDavid fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shaq manages to avoid it.
Shaq steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from McDavid.
Shaq on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Roy McDavid seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#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.
McDavid is looking to clinch.
Shaq with the counter takedown but McDavid avoids it easily.
McDavid lands a slapping body shot.
McDavid fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nice takedown defense from Shaq. No joy for McDavid on that attempt.
McDavid tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shaq was well out of range. Poor timing from McDavid.
Shaq feints the counter takedown.
Nice uppercut there from McDavid.
McDavid throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Shaq feints the counter takedown.
McDavid shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Shaq but Shaq pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Shaq drops down looking to force a counter takedown but McDavid defends it well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roy McDavid. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McDavid ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T3##TD#
McDavid manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Shaq on his heels. He'll look to pass Shaq's guard now, I'm sure.
McDavid pushing down on Shaq's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
McDavid is looking to take a break and control but Shaq is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Shaq wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB#
McDavid is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Shaq still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Shaq has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
McDavid can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Shaq happy to just control the position for now.
Let's hope that Shaq 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.
Shaq wants to lay and pray for a moment but McDavid keeps working.
Shaq scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at McDavid to see if he's OK.
Shaq controls the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Shaq.
McDavid prevents Shaq from improving position.
McDavid takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roy McDavid 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.
#R3##TD#
McDavid manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Shaq on his heels. He'll look to pass Shaq's guard now, I'm sure.
Shaq keeping moving, preventing McDavid from controlling successfully.
McDavid controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Roy McDavid overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McDavid advances to half guard. #SUB#
McDavid is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Shaq sees it coming and defends easily.
McDavid trying to control the action but Shaq is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDavid keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
McDavid tries to pass the half guard into mount. Shaq knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T1#
McDavid is trying to control the action in half guard but Shaq is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
McDavid controlling the action here.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#SUB#
McDavid is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
McDavid uses his free foot to push down on Shaq's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Shaq. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
McDavid content just to control the position here.
McDavid can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Shaq is looking to escape.
McDavid takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
McDavid looking to control but Shaq is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
McDavid controlling the pace for now.
McDavid trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
McDavid controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
McDavid moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Shaq has worked his arm free - good work by Shaq!
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Shaq takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McDavid lands with a nice body punch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shaq keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Shaq takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McDavid lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Shaq at a distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roy McDavid clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by McDavid!
Shaq avoids a punch combination nicely.
Shaq tries to counter with a clinch but McDavid shakes him off and moves away.
McDavid misses with a takedown #TD2#
and Shaq counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
McDavid gets full guard.#SUB#
Shaq has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing McDavid to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Shaq is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - McDavid pulls down on the head and he's put Shaq to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Roy McDavid!
Roy McDavid is the new lightweight champion!
Roy McDavid decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Roadman Shaq had this to say: '"Perspiration ting"'.
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Event:
DSC STRIKE 39
Date: Feb 23, 2019 |
#R1##CL#
Shaq gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Shaq gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Shaq lands with a punch from half guard.
Shaq wants to control but Allen is keeping him busy.
Shaq not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Shaq looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Shaq thows a huge punch but Allen dodges it nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Allen wants to control but Shaq is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaq slows the pace down in half guard.
Allen told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Shaq looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T1#
Shaq not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Shaq lands strikes from half guard.
Allen trying to control but Shaq postures up.
Shaq winds up and cracks Allen with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Shaq looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Shaq sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Allen defending well though. #T2#
Shaq is thwarting Allen's attempts to control the position.
Allen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Shaq throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Allen to regain full guard.
Shaq is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Shaq clinches.
Allen is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Shaq pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Shaq lands an elbow inside. #TD#
Shaq gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Allen is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Shaq performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Shaq seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Allen does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shaq sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Shaq with the ground and pound but Allen uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Shaq controlling from the top position.
Shaq trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Shaq throws an elbow that misses. Allen uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Shaq's guard. Nice move by Allen!#REVB#
Allen showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Shaq wants to stand and escape but Allen is having none of it.
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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq 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##TD#
Shaq changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Allen looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Allen regains half guard, as Shaq was trying to land strikes.
Shaq throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Allen to regain full guard.
Shaq working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Allen controls Shaq momentarily but Shaq frees himself.
Shaq loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaq cracks Allen with a solid left hand.
Allen wants to sweep here but Shaq controlling him for the moment.
Shaq keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Allen's head.#T1#
Shaq's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Shaq throws an elbow that misses. Allen uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Shaq's guard. Nice move by Allen!#REVB##ES#
Shaq has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Allen is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#TD#
Shaq has clasped his hands together around Allen's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Shaq creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Allen sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Allen is looking for a sweep.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Shaq working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T2#
Allen is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Shaq is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Allen can do to turn this around?
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Allen is trying to improve his position.
Shaq working the ground and pound from side control.#T3#
Shaq throws an elbow but Allen slips to the side and avoids it well.
Shaq in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Allen parries the strikes from Shaq easily there. Shaq is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Allen to escape.
Shaq sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Allen is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Shaq tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Shaq wants to control but Allen is keeping him busy.
An elbow from Shaq crashes against the mat.
Allen sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
Shaq missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Shaq is pressing down on Allen's thigh, looking to free his foot. Allen is holding on for now.
Shaq sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Shaq not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Roadman Shaq overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shaq content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Roadman Shaq seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Shaq gets the takedown into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Shaq shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Allen sprawls well. Allen wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Shaq gets slowly back to his feet.
Shaq shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Allen defends it nicely.
Allen drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Shaq defends it well.
Allen tries to score a power double leg takedown but Shaq sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Allen somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Allen misses with a takedown attempt - Shaq sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Shaq fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roadman Shaq. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Allen shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Shaq defends it nicely.
Shaq went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#TD#
Shaq fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Allen sprawls well initially but Shaq persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Shaq slows the pace down in half guard.
Shaq thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Allen's head.
Allen blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shaq. #T2#
Shaq wants to control but Allen is keeping him busy.
Shaq is controlling the pace.
Allen wants to get back to full guard.
Shaq 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.
Shaq thows a huge punch but Allen dodges it nicely.
Allen blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shaq.
Shaq sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Allen defending well though.
Allen is staying active underneath Shaq, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Shaq working over Allen with some ground and pound. Allen looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T3#
Shaq looks to land a strike but Allen avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Shaq loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Allen has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Shaq throws a strike but Allen rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Shaq wants to stand and escape but Allen is having none of it.
Allen wants to control from the top but Shaq keeps moving. #T4##ES#
Shaq manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#TD#
Shaq works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Shaq is stalling in the full guard.
Shaq wants to control from the top but Allen keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shaq controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4##CL#
Shaq moves into the clinch.#TD#
Shaq wants the takedown. Allen is fighting it off but Shaq persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Allen's guard against the cage.
Allen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Allen seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Shaq is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Allen preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Shaq loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Shaq controlling from the top position.
Shaq is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Shaq is stalling in the full guard.
Shaq is working Allen over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Shaq wants to pass the guard but Allen is keeping the position.
Shaq slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Shaq is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#CL#
Shaq gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Shaq is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Allen can't fight it off and eventually Shaq manages to take the fight to the floor. Allen looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Shaq looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Shaq trying to control but Allen is working from the bottom. #T3#
Allen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Allen preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Shaq showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Shaq trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Shaq controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Shaq shoots and misses #CL2#
and Allen counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #TD#
Shaq works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Shaq postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Shaq throwing strikes from guard but Allen blocks nicely.
Shaq is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq had his way with Bruce Allen in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
A lazy body kick from Shaq #TD2#
and Allen counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Allen.
Shaq is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Allen dives into side control.
#REVR#
Allen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shaq keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Allen remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #T1#
Allen's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Shaq wants to get back to his feet but Allen is dominant here and he's now got Shaq's back!
Shaq is trying to get back to his feet but Allen has full control of the position and if anything, Shaq has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Shaq trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Bruce Allen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#T3##T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#ES#
Shaq manages to escape to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL#
Shaq clinches up with Allen and pushes him back against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bruce Allen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Shaq has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 49:46
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 49:46
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roadman Shaq!
Roadman Shaq is the new featherweight champion!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Roadman Shaq waved his t-shirt featuring Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200)'s logo in front of the cameras.
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#R1#
McDavid misses with a wild combination.
McDavid throws a hook but Shaq blocks it.
McDavid looks to land a combination but Shaq avoids it well. #TD#
Shaq looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
McDavid trying to control here.
Shaq drops an elbow to the side of McDavid's head.
McDavid is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaq is looking to take a break and control but McDavid is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Shaq passes the guard and advances to mount!
McDavid tries to lock up and control but Shaq gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T1#
Shaq is landing with some decent strikes but McDavid is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Shaq lands a heavy elbow.
Shaq punishing his opponent with strikes.
Shaq lands with some strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McDavid tries to lock up and control but Shaq gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Shaq punishing his opponent with strikes.
A nice elbow there by Shaq.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Shaq working for a submission but McDavid is keeping him at bay.
Shaq with a couple of short strikes.
BOOM! Shaq connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Shaq landing strikes, looking to finish!
Shaq scoring with strikes but McDavid is staying in there. #T2#
McDavid taking shots to the head.
Shaq is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. McDavid can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
McDavid is wriggling around trying to escape.
A nice elbow there by Shaq.
Shaq landing shots from mount.
McDavid is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Shaq is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Shaq is landing with some decent strikes but McDavid is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
A nice elbow there by Shaq.#SUB#
Shaq goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now McDavid is on top in guard.
#SUB#
Shaq is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3#
McDavid stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Shaq swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McDavid trying to control the position from guard on top but Shaq is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McDavid trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Shaq manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Shaq tries to free his leg and advance position but McDavid is retaining full guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
McDavid trying to keep a closed guard but Shaq is proving a slippery customer.
Shaq trying to control the position from guard on top but McDavid is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McDavid is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Shaq distracts McDavid with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
McDavid pulls Shaq in to control the position.
Shaq lands a couple of decent looking shots.
McDavid looking for a sweep. Not yet McDavid, not yet.
Shaq trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Shaq content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Shaq makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB2#
McDavid is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Shaq defends well.
Shaq trying to control the position from guard on top but McDavid is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq 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#
McDavid fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Shaq is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McDavid can do to turn this around?
Shaq takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McDavid's coach down at Russian Bears Training Center was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on McDavid's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
McDavid throws a body punch but Shaq moves out of range.
Shaq appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
McDavid wants to clinch but Shaq slips to the side#TD#
and Shaq counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Shaq throwing shots but McDavid is blocking nicely.
Shaq winds up and cracks McDavid with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
McDavid tries to roll over but Shaq keeps him under control.
Shaq is looking to take a break and control but McDavid is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaq working over McDavid with some ground and pound. McDavid looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Shaq winds up and cracks McDavid with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
McDavid is looking to control Shaq's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can McDavid avoid being mounted?#T1#
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. Shaq connects with a nice short shot to McDavid's temple.
Shaq is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Shaq working McDavid over with strikes.
McDavid trying to control but Shaq postures up.
Shaq looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Nice strikes from Shaq there.
McDavid trying to control from the bottom.
Shaq missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Shaq is keen to just control but McDavid is a slippery customer.
McDavid on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T2#
Shaq sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. McDavid defending well though.
Shaq not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Nice strikes from Shaq there.
Shaq trying to control from half guard but McDavid is working away.
Shaq working McDavid over with strikes.
Shaq trying to pass the guard but McDavid defending well.
McDavid gets full guard.
McDavid looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shaq is one step ahead there.
McDavid keeping full guard, as Shaq tries to pass. #T3#
Shaq is in close to McDavid's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McDavid looking to control.
Shaq throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
McDavid trying to control the position.
McDavid 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#
Shaq gets full guard.
McDavid not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
McDavid preventing the sweep.
McDavid forces his way into half guard.#T4#
McDavid wants to pass the guard but Shaq is defending well.
McDavid is taking a breather. Shaq 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.
McDavid trying to control from half guard but Shaq is working away. #SUB2#
McDavid is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McDavid works his way into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
McDavid scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Shaq gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McDavid.
McDavid cracks Shaq with an open hand slap.
Shaq takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McDavid tries to clinch
and Shaq counters with a nice body kick.
McDavid dips to his left and cracks Shaq with an uppercut!
Shaq dodges the punch combination from McDavid.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDavid tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Shaq paws at him with a jab and circles away.
As McDavid tries to get set, Shaq tries to push him back and clinch up but McDavid manages to avoid the attempt.
Roy McDavid seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McDavid misses the shot to the body.
Roy McDavid seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McDavid, as that shot connected.
#T1#
McDavid lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A looping hook to the body misses from McDavid. Shaq does a little dance to reset his feet.
Shaq tried to counter with a leg kick but McDavid avoided it.
McDavid is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McDavid throws a body punch but Shaq moves out of range. #CL#
Shaq closes the distance and clinches.
McDavid tries to work over Shaq's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Shaq pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
McDavid presses Shaq against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Shaq throws an elbow but it misses.
McDavid has a couple of punches blocked by Shaq.
Shaq throws an elbow that misses.
McDavid tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Shaq's elbow.
McDavid swings wildly with an uppercut but Shaq uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Shaq misses with an elbow over the top.
Shaq changes levels and goes for a takedown here. McDavid fights it off and pushes away nicely.
McDavid checks a low kick from Shaq.
McDavid appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL#
Shaq drives through and clinches with McDavid against the cage.
Shaq creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Shaq throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
McDavid has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Nice body punch from McDavid.
I was talking to Shaq's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Shaq pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#TD#
Shaq wants the takedown. McDavid is fighting it off but Shaq persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in McDavid's guard against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Shaq stands up over McDavid, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Shaq with a nice head shot there.
Shaq scoring with some ground and pound.
Shaq is looking to work some ground and pound but McDavid has wrist control.#T3##SUB2#
McDavid is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Shaq defends well.
McDavid 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.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Shaq accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McDavid preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Shaq won't allow McDavid to sweep him here.
Shaq is working McDavid over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
McDavid controls Shaq momentarily but Shaq frees himself.
Shaq trying to control but McDavid is working from the bottom. #T4#
Shaq throws a big elbow that misses.
McDavid is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
McDavid looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Shaq in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Shaq trying to control but McDavid is working from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
McDavid swings for the body but Shaq moves out of range.
McDavid missing with a left hand there. Shaq was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McDavid fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McDavid scores with a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Roy McDavid just about did enough to take it.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4##CL2#
McDavid instigates a clinch.
McDavid lands with a short punch from the clinch.
McDavid misses with a punch to the body.
A nice left hand lands by McDavid.
Nice elbow from Shaq.
McDavid is looking to control Shaq's arms but Shaq gets an underhook and turns him. Now McDavid has his back to the cage.
Shaq throws an elbow that misses.
McDavid working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Shaq throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
McDavid dodges an elbow strike from Shaq.
McDavid lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Shaq.
Roy McDavid seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDavid lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Shaq looks to throw an elbow but misses.
McDavid blocks the elbow strike.
McDavid wants a takedown.
McDavid cracks Shaq with a nice body shot.#T1#
McDavid working aggressively here.
McDavid lands a body shot.
McDavid wants to stall.
McDavid blocks an elbow strike from Shaq.
Shaq blocks a body shot from McDavid.
A short uppercut from McDavid.
Shaq throws an elbow but it misses.
McDavid has Shaq pushed against the cage.
Shaq throws an elbow but it misses.
McDavid trying to stall but Shaq improves his position.
Shaq misses with an elbow over the top.
Shaq lands an elbow inside that McDavid shrugs off.
McDavid can't find room to land a body shot as Shaq controls the action.
Shaq throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
#T2##TD#
Shaq is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. McDavid can't fight it off and eventually Shaq manages to take the fight to the floor. McDavid looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Shaq throws a strike but McDavid rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
McDavid avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
McDavid trying to control but Shaq is working from the bottom.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McDavid stopping the sweep attempt from Shaq.#T3#
McDavid is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
McDavid trying to control the position from guard on top but Shaq is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McDavid passes Shaq's left leg - he's now in half guard.
McDavid looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Shaq is looking to improve his position.
McDavid is looking to advance position but Shaq won't allow it.
McDavid is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
McDavid looking to sit in guard and control but Shaq gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shaq wants to control from the top but McDavid keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Roy McDavid will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R5#
Shaq keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#TD#
Shaq shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Shaq showed some decent athleticism there.
McDavid makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McDavid.#SUB2#
McDavid had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Shaq defends it easily.
Shaq wants to control from the top but McDavid keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaq looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Shaq won't allow McDavid to sweep him here. #T1#
Shaq is working McDavid over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Shaq wants to control from the top but McDavid keeps moving.
Shaq postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Shaq postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Shaq postures up and lands a big shot to McDavid's brow.
Shaq throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McDavid works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Shaq postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
McDavid keeping full guard, as Shaq tries to pass.
Shaq postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
McDavid keeping moving, preventing Shaq from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
McDavid working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Shaq doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Shaq manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Roadman Shaq overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McDavid has Shaq pulled in close to control his posture.
Shaq postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Shaq lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Shaq wants to control from the top but McDavid keeps moving.
Shaq throws a strike but McDavid rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T3#
McDavid slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
McDavid trying to control the position from guard on top but Shaq is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McDavid won't allow Shaq to sweep him here.
McDavid sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Shaq wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McDavid is pushing down on Shaq's leg trying to pass to half guard. Shaq is fighting to maintain full guard but McDavid has managed to sneak the leg through.
McDavid wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shaq keeps working.
McDavid is just content to waste time from the top position. Shaq takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McDavid's corner is telling him to maintain position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Roadman Shaq showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Shaq 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 48:47
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 48:47
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roadman Shaq!
Roadman Shaq is the new lightweight champion!
Roadman Shaq gave a mention to Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200) in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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#R1#
Thorn throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Shaq counters with a takedown into side control.
Shaq landing a few strikes.
Shaq working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Thorn trying to remain calm as Shaq controls from the top position.
Shaq is working Thorn over with some ground and pound from side control.
Thorn tries to buck Shaq off but Shaq is having none of it.
Thorn is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Thorn on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Shaq cracks Thorn with a big elbow.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Thorn is trying to buck Shaq off.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shaq is looking to take a break and control but Thorn is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Thorn is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thorn takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#T1#
Thorn tries to bench press Shaq off him but Shaq keeps the position.
Shaq grinds an elbow into Thorn's temple.
Shaq cracks Thorn with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Thorn is trying to get back to half guard.
Thorn manages to get back to half guard.
Shaq lands with a punch from half guard.
Nice strikes from Shaq there.
Shaq looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Shaq takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Shaq is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Shaq is nestled in close to Thorn, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Shaq scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Thorn wants to get back to his feet.
Shaq slips a nice elbow through Thorn's hands, connecting with Thorn's forehead.
Shaq scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T2#
Shaq is trying to control the action in half guard but Thorn is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Thorn is trying to stand.
Thorn trying to control from the bottom.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shaq seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Thorn does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Thorn is looking for a sweep. Shaq is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Shaq is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Shaq lands strikes from half guard.
Thorn is looking for a sweep. Shaq is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Shaq is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Thorn is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Shaq scores with a couple of nice shots.#ROC2#
Thorn is rocked!
Shaq scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Oh Thorn is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Shaq tries to pass the half guard into mount. Thorn knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Thorn seems to have got his legs back now.
Thorn is trying to stand up here but Shaq is controlling him well.
Shaq lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T3#
Shaq lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #ES#
Thorn has one foot on Shaq's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#CL#
Thorn forces Shaq back against the cage and clinches.
Shaq pushes off an throws an elbow but Thorn leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Shaq changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Thorn fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Allistar Thorn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
An inside leg kick lands from Shaq.
Thorn fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Thorn connects with a right hand. Shaq shakes it off.
Thorn scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Shaq doesn't seem bothered though.
Thorn swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Shaq counters with a nice leg kick. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Thorn clinches with his opponent.
Thorn swings wildly with an uppercut but Shaq uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thorn dodges an elbow strike from Shaq.
Shaq creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Thorn manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Thorn tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Shaq's elbow.
Shaq avoiding damage as Thorn throws knees to the body.
Shaq pushes off an throws an elbow but Thorn leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Shaq is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Thorn gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Shaq just misses with a elbow thrown towards Thorn's brow.
Shaq throws an elbow but it misses.
Shaq creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Thorn's defenses.
Shaq lands a nice elbow.
With the fighters up against the cage, Shaq throws an elbow but misses.
Shaq has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Thorn after a bit of a struggle.
Allistar Thorn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roadman Shaq.
Shaq goes for a takedown attempt but Thorn pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq 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##TD2#
Shaq closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Thorn to the mat! Thorn manages to get full guard.
Shaq has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Shaq makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Thorn will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Shaq is in close to Thorn's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Shaq prevents Thorn from getting back to his feet.
Shaq postures up and lands a big shot to Thorn's brow.
Roadman Shaq has got the better of the ground game so far.
Thorn controls Shaq momentarily but Shaq frees himself.
Shaq distracts Thorn with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaq lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Shaq landing some decent shots from guard.
Thorn wants to stand but Shaq is controlling the position.
Shaq trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Shaq lands a couple of digs.
Shaq working some strikes from top position.
Shaq lands a couple of elbows.
Shaq lands a couple of digs.
Shaq is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Thorn is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Thorn trying to control the position.
Shaq makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Shaq pushing down on Thorn's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Thorn is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Shaq scores with a couple of nice shots.
Shaq winds up and cracks Thorn with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Thorn is concentrating on defense, preventing Shaq from advancing position.
Shaq working over Thorn with some ground and pound. Thorn looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T2#
Shaq winds up and cracks Thorn with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nice strikes from Shaq there.
Shaq working the head and body with strikes.
Thorn has hold of Shaq's hands but Shaq slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shaq winds up and cracks Thorn with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Thorn wants to get back to his feet.
Shaq trying to control from half guard but Thorn is working away.
Shaq looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Thorn with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #ES#
Thorn kicks off Shaq and gets to his feet.
Allistar Thorn is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Thorn misses with a wild body shot.
Thorn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#CL#
Thorn darts in and clinches Shaq up against the cage.
Shaq throws an elbow that misses.
#T3#
Shaq prevents a body shot from Thorn.
Thorn doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Thorn avoids the elbow strike from Shaq, against the cage.
Shaq throws an elbow that misses.
Thorn is leaning against Shaq and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Thorn blocks an elbow strike.
Thorn swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Shaq lands an elbow that stopped Thorn in his tracks for a moment.
Shaq lands a damaging elbow.
Thorn avoids a wild elbow strike from Shaq.#TD2#
Shaq lands a takedown into guard.
Thorn is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Shaq lands a couple of digs.
Thorn is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Shaq is controlling him.
Shaq has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Shaq landing some decent shots from guard. #ES#
Thorn has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Shaq off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Shaq lands a nice leg kick that just misses Thorn's sensitive parts.
Thorn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shaq was well out of range. Poor timing from Thorn.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Good body shot from Thorn.
Thorn stalling in the clinch but Shaq improves position.
Thorn takes an elbow to the forehead.
Shaq prevents a body shot from Thorn.
Shaq throws an elbow but it misses.
I was talking to Thorn's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Shaq lands an elbow inside.
Roadman Shaq seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Shaq looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Shaq drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Thorn gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A left hand lands to the body for Thorn.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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##CL#
Thorn closes the distance and clinches.
Thorn tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thorn digs a right hand underneath Shaq's ribcage. Shaq let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Shaq.
Thorn utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Shaq throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Thorn misses with a hook to the ribs.
Thorn misses with a body punch.
Shaq throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Shaq lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Shaq goes for a takedown attempt but Thorn pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Thorn motions for Shaq to come forward. Thorn throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thorn plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT#
It looks like Roadman Shaq has been cut.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Shaq lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Thorn has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Thorn and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#CL2#
Shaq drives through and clinches with Thorn against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Shaq. #T1#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Shaq just misses with a elbow thrown towards Thorn's brow.
Shaq lands an elbow that stopped Thorn in his tracks for a moment.
Shaq blocks a body shot from Thorn.
Shaq wants a takedown.
Shaq is looking to take this one to the mat.
Allistar Thorn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roadman Shaq.
Shaq pushes off an throws an elbow but Thorn leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Thorn avoids a wild elbow strike from Shaq.
Thorn tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thorn tries to break free but Shaq pushes him back against the cage.
Thorn has had enough of the clinch but Shaq keeps him there for the moment.
Shaq looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Thorn prevents the takedown attempt.
Thorn blocks an elbow strike.
Thorn manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Thorn is trying to stall.
Shaq misses with an elbow strike.
#T2##TD2#
Shaq gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Thorn wants to get back to his feet.
Thorn is refusing to be controlled, as Shaq sits in half guard.
Thorn is trying to stand up here but Shaq is controlling him well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Shaq lands a nice short elbow.
Shaq looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Shaq works his way into full mount!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thorn is trying to stand up.
Thorn taking shots to the head. #T3#
Shaq landing strikes from the mount.
Thorn is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB2#
Thorn defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Shaq.
A nice elbow there by Shaq.
Thorn in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
The referee warns Thorn that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Shaq looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Shaq cracks Thorn with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Shaq dominating with strikes here.
Shaq lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Thorn hang on?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shaq raining down hammerfists from mount.
Thorn is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Shaq controlling from mount. #T4#
Shaq landing shots from mount.
Shaq postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Thorn bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Shaq and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roadman Shaq!
Roadman Shaq really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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#R1#
Camara lands a jab to the nose.#CUT2#
It looks like Roadman Shaq has been cut.
Camara scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Camara feints with a jab and clips Shaq right behind the ear with a massive overhand right! Shaq is sent crashing into the canvas and Camara leaps in for the kill! Shaq tries to get to his feet but Camara is just battering him from every conceivable angle. The ref decides that Shaq is in need of a savior and steps in!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dixon Camara!
Dixon Camara is the new lightweight champion!
Roadman Shaq was interviewed post fight and said '"Perspiration ting"'.
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#R1#
Shaq throws a nice inside leg kick.
Shaq looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Shaq lands with a thumping leg kick.
McDavid blocks the body kick.
McDavid misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Shaq fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Shaq gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McDavid.
That kick from Shaq tenderised McDavid's leg. McDavid is trying to keep his angry face on.
McDavid on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Shaq on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Shaq takes one to the side of the head.
#CL#
Shaq gets a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shaq throws an elbow but it misses.
McDavid wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Shaq pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Shaq pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Shaq throws an elbow but it misses.
Shaq throws an elbow that misses.
McDavid dodges an elbow strike from Shaq.
McDavid tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Shaq lands a nice elbow. #T1#
McDavid throws a punch but it's blocked by Shaq.
McDavid is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Shaq misses with an elbow strike.
Shaq throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
McDavid scores with a nice hook to the head.
McDavid wants to break free but Shaq has control.
McDavid fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Shaq throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
McDavid misses with a body punch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Shaq as McDavid tries to tie him up.
Shaq pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Shaq creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Shaq misses with an elbow over the top.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Shaq just misses with a elbow thrown towards McDavid's brow.
McDavid lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Shaq backwards.
Shaq creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
McDavid avoids the elbow strike from Shaq, against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Shaq throws an elbow but misses.
McDavid wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
McDavid's coach down at Russian Bears Training Center was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on McDavid's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#T2#
McDavid is trying to force a seperation but Shaq has the dominant position.
Shaq throws an elbow but it misses.
Shaq looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A right handed body shot lands from McDavid.
Shaq lands a damaging elbow.
Shaq creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McDavid.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Shaq just misses with a elbow thrown towards McDavid's brow.
McDavid misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
McDavid escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Shaq dodges the punch combination from McDavid.
Shaq feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to McDavid's calf.
Shaq slips a jab and a cross from McDavid.
Roy McDavid seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice jab there from McDavid.
Shaq pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
McDavid misses with a few strikes there.
Shaq shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT2#
It looks like Roadman Shaq has been cut.
No joy there for McDavid, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T3#
Shaq throws a nice outside leg kick.
Shaq feints and then cracks McDavid's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McDavid down.
McDavid comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
McDavid misses with an uppercut. Shaq saw that one coming.
McDavid has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Shaq.
McDavid has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
McDavid misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McDavid fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
McDavid goes for a double leg but Shaq avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Shaq continues to drive forward.
Roadman Shaq has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roy McDavid.
An inside leg kick lands from Shaq.
McDavid throws a hook but Shaq avoids it easily.
McDavid throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shaq fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but McDavid is out of range.
McDavid throws a hook to the side of Shaq's head but Shaq sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL#
Shaq fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with McDavid, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
McDavid breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Shaq throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A solid leg kick lands there for Shaq.
McDavid throws a jab when Shaq was well out of range.
McDavid swings for the body but Shaq moves out of range.
McDavid's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T4#
McDavid swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McDavid misses with a looping left.
Shaq wants to land a leg kick but McDavid is out of range. #CL#
Shaq clinches.
McDavid misses with a hook from the clinch.
McDavid takes an elbow to the forehead.
McDavid avoids the elbow strike from Shaq, against the cage.
McDavid avoids a wild elbow strike from Shaq.
Shaq lands a damaging elbow.
McDavid is trying to maintain a safe position but Shaq gets an underhook and turns McDavid into the cage.
Shaq misses with an elbow strike.
Shaq throws an elbow but it's blocked.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Shaq just misses with a elbow thrown towards McDavid's brow.
Shaq misses with an elbow strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Shaq throws an elbow but it misses.
McDavid misses with a hook to the ribs.
McDavid tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McDavid throws a punch but it's blocked by Shaq.
McDavid lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Shaq backwards.
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 Roadman Shaq will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Roadman Shaq's cut.
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#
Good work by McDavid as he checks the leg kick.
A big right from McDavid misses.
Shaq connects with a leg kick. McDavid looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
McDavid misses with a hook.
McDavid lands a glancing blow to the side of Shaq's head.
Shaq connects with a solid leg kick.
Shaq throws a nice outside leg kick.
McDavid listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Shaq scores with a leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Shaq.
McDavid misses with a body shot.
#CL#
McDavid gets tackled into the cage by Shaq. Shaq maintains the clinch.
Shaq looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A short uppercut from McDavid.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDavid working aggressively here.
McDavid working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
McDavid blocks the elbow strike.
Shaq creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Shaq blocks an uppercut.
McDavid avoids a wild elbow strike from Shaq.#T1#
Shaq blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Roadman Shaq has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Shaq pushes off an throws an elbow but McDavid leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#BC2#
McDavid pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McDavid scores with a jab to the head.
Roy McDavid seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McDavid throws a sloppy body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Shaq.
Roadman Shaq is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McDavid lands a glancing blow to the side of Shaq's head.#CL#
Shaq has McDavid up against the cage in a clinch.
McDavid has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Shaq throws an elbow but it's blocked.
McDavid lands a left hand that snaps the head of Shaq backwards.
Shaq pushes off an throws an elbow but McDavid leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
McDavid wants to break free but Shaq has control.
McDavid lands a hook to the side of the head.
McDavid makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#ROC2#
Shaq is rocked!
McDavid avoids a wild elbow strike from Shaq.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC2#
McDavid breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McDavid throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Shaq throws a low kick but McDavid avoids it.#T2#
Shaq throws out a leg kick but McDavid moves out of range and Shaq only half commits.
Shaq throws a low kick but McDavid moves out of range easily.
Shaq tries to land a front kick but McDavid steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McDavid jabs Shaq to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McDavid blocks the body kick.
Shaq chopping away at his opponent's legs.
McDavid throws a body shot but no joy.
McDavid closes the distance and clinches up with Shaq, looking for a takedown. McDavid pushes Shaq against the cage but Shaq circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Shaq looks to land a body kick but McDavid moved away.#CL#
Shaq instigates a clinch.
McDavid avoids the elbow strike from Shaq, against the cage.
Shaq throws an elbow but it's blocked.
McDavid blocks an elbow strike from Shaq.
McDavid blocks an elbow strike from Shaq.
Shaq looks to throw an elbow but misses.
McDavid lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Shaq backwards.
McDavid swings wildly with an uppercut but Shaq uses good head movement to avoid it.
McDavid dodges an elbow strike from Shaq.
#T3#
McDavid dodges an elbow strike from Shaq.
McDavid has a couple of punches blocked by Shaq.
Shaq looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Nice body punch from McDavid - that landed with a thud.
A head punch on the inside from McDavid fails to land.
McDavid is trying to stall.
Shaq misses with an elbow over the top.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shaq.
McDavid dodges an elbow strike from Shaq.
McDavid dodges an elbow strike from Shaq.
McDavid lands on the inside with an uppercut.
McDavid tries to break free but Shaq pushes him back against the cage.
McDavid softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
McDavid blocks the elbow strike.
The referee calls for McDavid to work.
#BC2#
McDavid breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T4#
McDavid looks to throw the jab but Shaq is out of range.
McDavid moves out of range as Shaq throws a body kick.
McDavid throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shaq is looking to counter the offense by McDavid and move into the clinch.#TD2#
McDavid shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shaq is staying active underneath McDavid, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
McDavid is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
McDavid is trying to work for a kimura but Shaq is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roy McDavid showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Roadman Shaq's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Shaq showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McDavid.
McDavid misses with a jab to the body
and Shaq counters with a solid body kick.
McDavid keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Shaq tries to clinch but McDavid moves out of range.
Shaq scores with a leg kick.
McDavid throws a body punch but Shaq moves out of range.
As McDavid backs away, Shaq returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
McDavid throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McDavid throws an overhand right that lands on Shaq's shoulder, as Shaq tries to avoid the shot.
McDavid misses with a combination
and Shaq counters with a nice kick to the body.
McDavid ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shaq moves away.
McDavid lands with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDavid loads up on a big right hand but Shaq slips the punch.
Shaq slips a jab and a cross from McDavid.
Shaq takes a body punch but keeps moving. #CL#
Shaq closes the distance and pushes McDavid back into the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
McDavid breaks the clinch.
Shaq attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T1##TD2#
Shaq gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows McDavid to score an easy takedown into full guard.
McDavid looking to pass the guard.
McDavid takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McDavid being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
McDavid looking to sit in guard and control but Shaq gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Shaq makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Shaq lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Shaq is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Shaq has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
McDavid wants to control the position but Shaq says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
McDavid taking some punishment here, with Shaq in his half guard.
McDavid makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McDavid.
Shaq missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Shaq postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T3#
McDavid being controlled here, momentarily.
McDavid looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Shaq is looking to work some ground and pound but McDavid has wrist control.
Shaq trying to control but McDavid is working from the bottom.
Shaq content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Roadman Shaq overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Shaq with a nice head shot there.
Shaq working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
McDavid looking for a sweep. Not yet McDavid, not yet.
Shaq lands a couple of digs.
McDavid wants to sweep here but Shaq controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Shaq scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Shaq postures up.
Shaq makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Shaq landing some decent shots from guard.
Shaq stopping the sweep attempt from McDavid.
Shaq wants to stand but McDavid is controlling his posture from full guard.
Shaq trying to control the position from guard on top but McDavid is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shaq scoring with some ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
Roadman Shaq showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Shaq 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Roadman Shaq!
Roadman Shaq is the new lightweight champion!
Roadman Shaq gave a mention to Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200) in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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Date: Oct 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Shaq tries to land a leg kick but Silfversvanz saw it coming and moves away.
Silfversvanz tries to clinch there but Shaq circles away.
Shaq wants to land a leg kick but Silfversvanz is out of range.
Silfversvanz throws a lazy right hand but Shaq sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL#
Silfversvanz takes the fight into the clinch.
Silfversvanz lands a shoulder strike.
Silfversvanz avoids a wild elbow strike from Shaq.
Silfversvanz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Silfversvanz avoids the elbow strike from Shaq, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Silfversvanz.
Shaq misses with an elbow over the top.
Silfversvanz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Silfversvanz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Shaq misses with an elbow over the top.
Silfversvanz blocks an elbow strike from Shaq.
#TD2#
Shaq wants the takedown. Silfversvanz is fighting it off but Shaq persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Silfversvanz's guard against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Shaq scoring with some ground and pound.
Shaq with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Shaq lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Shaq slips nicely into half guard.#T1#
Shaq lands with a punch from half guard.
Shaq drops an elbow to the side of Silfversvanz's head.
Shaq working Silfversvanz over with strikes.
Shaq winds up and cracks Silfversvanz with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Silfversvanz pushes Shaq off looking to stand but Shaq dives back in and keeps control.
Shaq is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Shaq winds up and cracks Silfversvanz with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Ground and pound from Shaq.
Shaq takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2#
Shaq is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Shaq lands a nice short elbow.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Shaq looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Silfversvanz with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Shaq takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T2#
Silfversvanz wants to get back to his feet.
Shaq passes to side control.
Silfversvanz takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Silfversvanz takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Shaq cracks Silfversvanz with a big right hand but Silfversvanz just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Shaq creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shaq lands a few punches from side control.
Shaq cracks Silfversvanz with a big elbow.
Shaq scoring with punches and elbows.
Shaq looks up at the clock and then as Silfversvanz takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Shaq smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
#ROC2#
Silfversvanz is rocked!
Shaq working the body and head with strikes.
Oh Silfversvanz is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Shaq connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Silfversvanz some visible discomfort.
Silfversvanz seems to have got his legs back now.
Shaq connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Silfversvanz some visible discomfort.
#SUB2#
Shaq working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T3#
Silfversvanz takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Shaq landing a few strikes.
Shaq cracks Silfversvanz with a big elbow.
Silfversvanz is working to avoid the ground and pound but Shaq connects with a decent elbow.
Shaq controlling the position.
Check out the look on Shaq's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Silfversvanz on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Silfversvanz tries to get out of the position.
Shaq lands some shots froms side control.#SUB2#
Shaq is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Silfversvanz has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silfversvanz throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Shaq lands some shots froms side control.#T4#
Shaq landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #SUB2#
Shaq is trying to get an arm triangle but Silfversvanz is defending well.
Shaq scores with a couple of short elbows.
Shaq lands an elbow.
Shaq lands an elbow.
Shaq scores with punches from side control.
Silfversvanz takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Shaq is looking to take a break and control but Silfversvanz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Shaq works to advance to full mount. Silfversvanz defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shaq looking to control and managing it successfully.
Shaq cracks Silfversvanz with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Shaq working away from the top, dropping strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Shaq swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Shaq throws out a leg kick but Silfversvanz moves out of range and Shaq only half commits.
Shaq connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Shaq misses with a low kick as Silfversvanz jumps back.
Shaq throws a nice inside leg kick. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Silfversvanz enables Shaq to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Silfversvanz manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Shaq is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB2#
Shaq drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Shaq jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Silfversvanz wants to stand up but Shaq is controlling him.
Shaq content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Shaq content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaq works over Silfversvanz with some ground and pound from guard.
Shaq has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Shaq is in close to Silfversvanz's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Shaq stands up over Silfversvanz, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T1#
Shaq content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Silfversvanz has momentary wrist control but Shaq slips an elbow through the middle.
Shaq has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Shaq is working Silfversvanz over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Shaq slips nicely into half guard.
Shaq passes to full mount!
Shaq with shots to the head and body - Silfversvanz looks very uncomfortable down there.
A nice elbow there by Shaq.
Shaq is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Silfversvanz can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Shaq looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Shaq unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Silfversvanz wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Shaq celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roadman Shaq!
Roadman Shaq seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
Evolution Title Night
Date: Aug 17, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Ten throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Shaq was covering up waiting for the punch and Ten finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Shaq manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ten manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Ten looking for a sweep. Not yet Ten, not yet. #SUB#
Ten has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Shaq can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Ten is looking for a triangle but Shaq pushes his legs off easily.
Shaq is pushing down on Ten's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ten is fighting to maintain full guard but Shaq has managed to sneak the leg through.
Shaq is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Shaq has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Ten looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Shaq working over Ten with some ground and pound. Ten looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaq looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ten with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Ten tries to get to full guard but Shaq has control of the leg. #SUB#
Ten looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1#
Shaq is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Shaq takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Ten on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Shaq seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Shaq working the head and body with strikes.
Ten wants to control but Shaq is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Shaq landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Shaq lands strikes from half guard.#SUB#
Ten looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Shaq is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Shaq scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Shaq is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ten has managed to free his arm - good work.
Shaq working Ten over with strikes. #T2#
Shaq stalling. #SUB#
Ten looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Shaq seems to be working for a kimura but Ten defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Ten looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ten tries to roll over but Shaq keeps him under control.
Nice strikes from Shaq there.
Shaq working over Ten with some ground and pound. Ten looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shaq seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Shaq seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
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. Shaq connects with a nice short shot to Ten's temple.
Ten is looking to improve his position.
Ten is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Shaq working over Ten with some ground and pound. Ten looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Shaq passes to side control.
Ten looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Ten is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ten taking a bit of punishment here - Shaq scoring with strikes.
Shaq lands some shots froms side control.
Ten is looking to reverse the position.
Shaq scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Ten to see if he's OK.
Shaq trying to control the action but Ten is working from the bottom.
Ten on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Ten is trying to get back to half guard.
Shaq lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T4#
Shaq is putting a hurting on Ten here, landing some big shots from side control.
Shaq in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Shaq cracks Ten with a big right hand but Ten just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Ten taking a bit of punishment here - Shaq scoring with strikes.
Ten gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Shaq is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Shaq raining down hammerfists from mount.
Shaq is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Ten can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shaq has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Ten's face.
Shaq connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Ten tries to lock up and control but Shaq gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Shaq lands a heavy elbow.
Shaq prevents Ten from getting the reversal.
Ten is bucking up trying to escape but Shaq cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Shaq working Ten over with strikes here.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Shaq in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Shaq looking to control but Ten is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Shaq lands with some strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq dominated that round.
That's time! Ten's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD#
Ten gets a takedown into half guard.
Shaq moves into full guard.
Ten has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Shaq wants to sweep here but Ten controlling him for the moment.
Shaq working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ten.
Ten is looking to work some ground and pound but Shaq has wrist control.#SUB#
Ten drops back, looking for a kneebar! Shaq looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Shaq looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Shaq! #REVB#
Shaq working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Ten's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Shaq scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Ten to see if he's OK.
Shaq lands a few punches from side control.
Shaq working the ground and pound.#T1#
Shaq lands a nice forearm strike.
Shaq works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Shaq working the ground and pound from side control.
Shaq is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Ten's shoulder. That is not cool.
Ten is working to avoid the ground and pound but Shaq connects with a decent elbow.
Ten is looking for a sweep.
Ten taking punishment in the form of punches.
Shaq cracks Ten with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Shaq trying to control the position but Ten is working away.
Shaq landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Shaq lands a few punches from side control.
Shaq is putting a hurting on Ten here, landing some big shots from side control.
Shaq working the head and body with strikes.
Ten takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Shaq controlling the position from side mount.
Ten is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #T2#
Shaq scoring with punches from side control.
Shaq is looking to take a break and control but Ten is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Ten's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ten is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Shaq lands an elbow.
Shaq wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ten keeps working.
Shaq scoring with punches and elbows.
Shaq wants to control but Ten is keeping him busy.
Ten tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Shaq cracks Ten with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Ten gets back to half guard.
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. Shaq connects with a nice short shot to Ten's temple. #SUB2#
Shaq is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ten defends it well. #SUB#
Ten looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Ten is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shaq pulls his head out easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Shaq is trying to control. Ten wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Shaq working over Ten with some ground and pound. Ten looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Ground and pound from Shaq.
Shaq is controlling the pace.
Shaq wants to take a breather but Ten is having none of it. #T4#
Shaq slips a nice elbow through Ten's hands, connecting with Ten's forehead.
Shaq is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Ten is in trouble now - Shaq has advanced to mount!
Shaq landing strikes from the mount.
Shaq landing shots from mount.
Shaq with shots to the head and body - Ten looks very uncomfortable down there.
Shaq raining down hammerfists from mount.
Ten is looking to improve his position but Shaq isn't that keen on the idea.
Shaq lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shaq looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Shaq looking to control but Ten is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ten really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Shaq is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Ten can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Ten's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3##TD2#
Shaq drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Ten is trying to improve his position.
Shaq working the head with strikes.
Shaq cracks Ten with a big right hand but Ten just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Ten is trying to get back to half guard.
Shaq scoring with punches from side control.
Shaq works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Ten is working to avoid the ground and pound but Shaq connects with a decent elbow.
Ten takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Shaq lands a few punches from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Ten's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Shaq happy to just control the position for now.
Shaq working the head and body with strikes. #T1#
Shaq in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Ten is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Shaq cracks Ten with a big elbow. #SUB2#
Shaq is trying to get an arm triangle but Ten is defending well.
Shaq lands an elbow.
Shaq landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Ten prevents Shaq from moving into mount.
Shaq looks up at the clock and then as Ten takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Shaq smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
#T2#
Shaq trying to control the action but Ten is working from the bottom.
Shaq landing a few strikes.
Shaq working the ground and pound.
Ten tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Shaq looks up at the clock and then as Ten takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Shaq smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Ten can't do much from the bottom here.
Shaq scoring with punches from side control.
Shaq works to advance to full mount. Ten defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Shaq looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Shaq cracks Ten with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Shaq lands a big elbow. #SUB2#
Shaq working for a submission but Ten is keeping him at bay.
Shaq trying to control but Ten is having none of it.
Shaq has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Shaq unloading with bombs!
Ten is trying desperately to improve position.
Ten regains half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Shaq slips a nice elbow through Ten's hands, connecting with Ten's forehead.
Shaq tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ten knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Shaq landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Shaq lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
Ten looking for submissions off his back.
Shaq looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ten with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Shaq seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Shaq winds up and cracks Ten with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #ROC2#
Ten is rocked!#T4#
Shaq takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Oh Ten is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ground and pound from Shaq.
Shaq seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Nice strikes from Shaq there.
Shaq seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Shaq is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Shaq looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ten with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Shaq is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Ten looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Shaq is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Shaq working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4##TD2#
Shaq looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Ten seems to have got his legs back now.
Shaq is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Ten is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shaq pulls his head out easily.
Shaq winds up and cracks Ten with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Shaq looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ten is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Shaq looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ten is trying to maintain the position but Shaq is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ten has hold of Shaq's hands but Shaq slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Shaq scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
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. Shaq connects with a nice short shot to Ten's temple.
Shaq takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Shaq drops an elbow to the side of Ten's head. #T1#
Shaq looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ten with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Shaq lands with a punch from half guard.
Ten is staying active underneath Shaq, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ground and pound from Shaq.
Shaq winds up and cracks Ten with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nice strikes from Shaq there.
Shaq is nestled in close to Ten, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Shaq lands strikes from half guard.
Shaq scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Roadman Shaq has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Ten looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Shaq scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ground and pound from Shaq.
Shaq takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Shaq lands a big elbow - Ten is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Shaq!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roadman Shaq!
Roadman Shaq is the new featherweight champion!
An out of breath and clearly excited Roadman Shaq thanked Juggernaut And Gladiators(90% Laundry) for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
RISE 37
Date: Jul 14, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Shaq throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Mpinza tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Shaq is in Mpinza's guard.
Shaq distracts Mpinza with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Shaq passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Shaq cracks Mpinza with a big right hand but Mpinza just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Shaq working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Shaq thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Shaq scoring with punches from side control.
Shaq looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Shaq scoring with punches from side control.
Shaq scoring with punches and elbows.
Shaq cracks Mpinza with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Shaq working the body and head with strikes.
Shaq lands a nice forearm strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shaq taking a breather here.
Shaq landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Shaq working the ground and pound.#T1#
Shaq landing a few strikes. #ROC2#
Mpinza is rocked!
Mpinza takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Oh Mpinza is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Shaq scores with punches from side control.
Shaq in side control lands a decent elbow.
Shaq has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Shaq is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Mpinza will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Mpinza takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Shaq controls the position from side control.
Shaq moves into full mount!
Mpinza taking shots to the head.
Mpinza seems to have got his legs back now.
Shaq content just to control the position here.
Shaq lands with some strikes.
Mpinza knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Shaq on the ground.
Mpinza can't escape the position.
Shaq sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2#
Shaq scoring with strikes but Mpinza is staying in there.
Shaq lands a big elbow.
Shaq controlling the position easily from mount.
Shaq with a couple of short strikes.
A nice elbow there by Shaq.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Shaq is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Mpinza can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Mpinza wants to control but Shaq is having none of it.
Shaq lands a big shot there that rocks Mpinza but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Shaq connects with a bit shot that sees Mpinza covering up! More strikes from Shaq and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Shaq is our winner by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roadman Shaq!
Roadman Shaq took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Juggernaut And Gladiators(90% Laundry) for their support in the buildup to the fight.
The defeated Kaye Mpinza had this to say: 'It's life and you gotta accept it and move on he was the better fighter.'.
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Event:
RISE 34 - Danton vs Orndorf
Date: Jun 23, 2018 |
#R1#
Oliveira fails with an attempt to clinch.
Shaq steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Oliveira.
Oliveira throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD2#
so Shaq counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Oliveira is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Oliveira looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shaq is one step ahead there.
Shaq connects with a couple of short punches.
Shaq must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Shaq with a nice head shot there.
Shaq connects with a couple of short punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaq preventing the sweep.
Shaq scoring with some ground and pound.
Oliveira has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Shaq has passed into side control.
Shaq is putting a hurting on Oliveira here, landing some big shots from side control.
Oliveira is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Oliveira is working hard here to advance position.
Oliveira is working to avoid the ground and pound but Shaq connects with a decent elbow.
Oliveira is trying to improve his position.
Shaq trying to control the position but Oliveira is working away.
Shaq working the ground and pound.
Shaq is chipping away with strikes.
Oliveira tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Shaq working the ground and pound.
Oliveira takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Shaq looks up at the clock and then as Oliveira takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Shaq smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
#T2#
Shaq working the head with strikes.
Oliveira struggling a bit here.
Oliveira on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Shaq creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Shaq scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Oliveira to see if he's OK.
Shaq working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Oliveira is working to avoid the ground and pound but Shaq connects with a decent elbow.
Shaq landing strikes.
Shaq is putting a hurting on Oliveira here, landing some big shots from side control.
Oliveira takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Shaq is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Oliveira is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Oliveira's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Oliveira is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Shaq landing strikes.
Shaq scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Oliveira to see if he's OK.
Oliveira takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Oliveira is trying to improve his position.
Shaq scoring with punches and elbows.
Shaq in side control lands a decent elbow.
Shaq trying to control the position but Oliveira is working away.
Shaq lands a decent elbow from side control.
Shaq looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T4#
Oliveira is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Oliveira is trying to get back to half guard.
Shaq cracks Oliveira with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Oliveira manages to get back to half guard.
Oliveira wants to get back to full guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Shaq lands a nice short elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ground and pound from Shaq.
Shaq really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Oliveira. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Shaq takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Oliveira moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Oliveira being controlled here, momentarily.
Shaq postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Oliveira misses with a wild body shot.
Oliveira delivers a nice body kick.
Oliveira throws a leg kick #TD2#
so Shaq counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB#
Oliveira is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Shaq frees his head nicely. Oh but Oliveira has switched to an armbar! Shaq is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Ricardo Oliveira!
Ricardo Oliveira thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
RISE 31 - Kelly vs Sadollah
Date: Jun 02, 2018 |
#R1#
Shaq gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and McNugget counters with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Shaq decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Shaq throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Shaq thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed McNugget's head.
Shaq working McNugget over with strikes.
Shaq throwing shots but McNugget is blocking nicely.
Shaq missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Shaq wants to lay and pray for a moment but McNugget keeps working.
McNugget told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaq missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
McNugget is trying to stand up here but Shaq is controlling him well.
McNugget blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shaq. #T1#
Shaq missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
McNugget avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shaq.
McNugget blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shaq.
Shaq is trying to control. McNugget wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
McNugget is doing well to control the position and prevent Shaq from advancing to side control.
Shaq throwing shots but McNugget is blocking nicely.
Shaq not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Shaq throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing McNugget to regain full guard.
Shaq distracts McNugget with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Shaq working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of McNugget's head.
Shaq looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Shaq trying to control the position from guard on top but McNugget is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
McNugget is pulling down on Shaq's head to control his posture.
Shaq postures up in McNugget's guard and throws a big left but McNugget blocks it.
Shaq throwing strikes but missing.
Shaq with a flurry of punches that miss.
McNugget working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Shaq.
Shaq throws an elbow that misses. McNugget uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Shaq's guard. Nice move by McNugget!#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shaq wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Shaq trying to control the position.
Shaq managing to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McNugget controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Shaq has a closed guard, preventing McNugget from standing up.
Shaq tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Shaq throws a leg kick
and McNugget connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A nice inside leg kick there by McNugget. That's going to slow Shaq down.
Shaq on the wrong end of a nice jab.
McNugget scores with a jab to the jaw.
McNugget cracks the inside of Shaq's front leg.
McNugget connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Shaq momentarily.
Shaq throws a leg kick that misses.
Shaq shoots and misses
and McNugget cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Shaq walks into a jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nice jab there from McNugget.
McNugget comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
McNugget comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Conour McNugget dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
McNugget scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Shaq doesn't seem bothered though.
Shaq fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but McNugget is out of range.
McNugget digs a good body shot into Shaq's ribs.
Shaq moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Roadman Shaq seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shaq tries to work over McNugget's front leg with a kick but McNugget checks it.
McNugget thumps Shaq with a low kick.
Conour McNugget seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Shaq looking to score a takedown here. McNugget is defending well but Shaq drives through and ends up in McNugget's guard.#ES2#
McNugget wriggles free and stands up.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shaq fails with the takedown
and McNugget counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McNugget delivers a nice body kick.
A low kick from Shaq misses
and McNugget counters with an inside leg kick.
Shaq is trying hard to land a takedown here. McNugget sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T1#
McNugget uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Shaq misses with a leg kick
and McNugget counters with a nice uppercut.
McNugget has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
McNugget with a nice cross.
Shaq takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A good leg kick by McNugget.
Shaq misses with a takedown
and McNugget counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roadman Shaq. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Shaq throws a leg kick that is checked
and McNugget counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McNugget punishes Shaq's body with a nice straight punch.
McNugget scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McNugget cracks Shaq with a good jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McNugget checks a low kick from Shaq.#T2#
McNugget smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
McNugget has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice jab there from McNugget.
A low kick from Shaq is predictable there
and McNugget counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Shaq with a lazy takedown attempt
letting McNugget counter with a right hand.
Shaq misses with a leg kick
and McNugget counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD#
Shaq closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. McNugget did well to prevent Shaq getting side control.
Shaq is looking to stall here but McNugget recovers full guard.
Shaq trying to control but McNugget is working from the bottom.
McNugget tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Shaq trying to control but McNugget is working from the bottom.
McNugget preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
McNugget is pulling down on Shaq's head to control his posture.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Shaq accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Shaq throwing strikes but missing.
McNugget is looking to stand up but Shaq isn't so interested in that idea.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Shaq missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Shaq shoots and misses
and McNugget counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McNugget throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Shaq stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Shaq will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
McNugget scores with a nice strike.
McNugget scores with a crisp jab that stopped Shaq in his tracks. #TD#
Shaq shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in McNugget's guard.#ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. McNugget manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
McNugget is pressed up against the cage. Shaq has hold of a leg and is looking to drag McNugget down to the mat. McNugget avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
A leg kick checked by McNugget.
Shaq with a lazy takedown attempt
and McNugget counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McNugget moves into range and connects with a jab.
McNugget works over Shaq's head and body with a nice combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Conour McNugget showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Shaq misses with a leg kick
and McNugget counters with a left to the body.
A lazy left from McNugget finds it's target.
Shaq takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Shaq misses with a takedown attempt
enabling McNugget to counter with a crisp jab.
Jab, jab by McNugget - just one landing.
Shaq ducks right into an uppercut from McNugget.
McNugget throws a shot to the body.
Shaq on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
An inside leg kick from Shaq misses.
McNugget lands a jab to the nose.
McNugget lands a right hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shaq throws a leg kick
enabling McNugget to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Shaq is looking to score with low kicks.
Shaq tries for a takedown but McNugget circles away easily
and McNugget counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McNugget lands a jab to Shaq's midsection.#TD#
Shaq changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. McNugget looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Shaq working the body and head with strikes.
Shaq working the strikes but McNugget uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Shaq in particular looking to stall.
Shaq is looking to pass McNugget's guard but actually McNugget recovers to full guard.
Shaq in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Roadman Shaq has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
McNugget lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
McNugget postures up.
Shaq on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Shaq tries to get out of the position.
McNugget won't allow Shaq to sweep him here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McNugget being controlled here momentarily.
Shaq is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3#
Shaq wants to sweep but no luck.
Shaq manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. McNugget manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
McNugget 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#
Shaq is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
Shaq is looking to control McNugget's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Shaq avoid being mounted?
McNugget perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Conour McNugget is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
McNugget thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Shaq's head.
Shaq controlling the position well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Conour McNugget comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got McNugget winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Conour McNugget!
After the big win, Conour McNugget made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors WarHorse Fightwear and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
RISE 28 - Farina vs Silva Jr
Date: May 12, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Jager darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Jager wants to take a breather but Shaq is having none of it.
Shaq keeping control of the position.
Jager thows a huge punch but Shaq dodges it nicely.
Shaq has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Shaq is concentrating on defense, preventing Jager from advancing position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jager trying to control from half guard but Shaq is working away.
Shaq trying to hold on to Jager's head to control him but Jager postures up.
Shaq on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Shaq tries to get out of the position.#T1#
Jager wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shaq keeps working.
Shaq moves into full guard.
Jager must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Jager throws a big right hand that misses.
Jager trying to control but Shaq is working from the bottom.
Shaq wants to sweep but no luck.
Shaq controlling Jager's posture. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jager lands a head shot.#T2##TD2#
Jager changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Shaq looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Shaq tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shaq manages to get back to half guard.
Shaq works his way to full guard. Good work.
Shaq is pulling down on Jager's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
Jager is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Shaq is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Shaq has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Jager not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3#
Shaq scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Jager is looking for a triangle but Shaq pushes his legs off easily.
Shaq keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Jager's head.
Shaq working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Jager's head.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jager is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Shaq managing to control the position.
Shaq'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.#T4#
Jager won't allow Shaq to sweep him here.
Shaq trying to control the position here.
Jager trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jager won't allow Shaq to sweep him here.
Shaq pulls Jager in close to prevent any damage.
Further stalling from Shaq.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shaq wants to sweep here but Jager controlling him for the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Arliss Jager dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Shaq gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Shaq is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Jager is trying to break the clinch but Shaq has him pressed against the cage.
Shaq stalling the fight.
#TD#
Shaq jumps guard.
Shaq is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jager trying to control but Shaq is working from the bottom. #T1#
Shaq 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#
Jager tries to roll over but Shaq keeps him under control.
Jager wants to get back to full guard but Shaq has mounted him!
Shaq is landing with some decent strikes but Jager is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Shaq wants to control the pace but Jager is squirming around nicely.
Shaq with a couple of short strikes.
Shaq has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Jager's face.
Shaq landing strikes from the mount.#ROC#
Jager is rocked!
Shaq fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Jager is still in real trouble! Can Shaq finish him?#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shaq drops a big elbow. That's hurt Jager! More shots from Shaq and the ref steps in! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roadman Shaq!
Roadman Shaq took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Juggernaut And Gladiators(90% Laundry) for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 01, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Puuoja rushes Shaq and presses him up against the cage.
Puuoja blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#TD#
Puuoja has Shaq pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Puuoja pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Shaq tumbling to the mat - Puuoja dives into Shaq's guard.
Shaq looking for a sweep. Not yet Shaq, not yet.
Shaq throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Shaq controlling the position.
Puuoja trying to control but Shaq is working from the bottom.
Shaq has control of Puuoja's left arm, preventing Puuoja from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puuoja wants to control from the top but Shaq keeps moving.
Shaq pulls Puuoja in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T1#
Puuoja pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shaq is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Puuoja shoots in and bounces Shaq off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Puuoja won't allow Shaq to sweep him here.
Shaq will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Shaq pulls Puuoja in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
Shaq looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Shaq keeping moving, preventing Puuoja from controlling successfully.
Shaq looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Shaq looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL#
Puuoja has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
Puuoja is fighting off a takedown attempt but Shaq is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Puuoja to the mat. Puuoja regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#T3#
Puuoja looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Shaq landing with the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shaq trying to control the position from guard on top but Puuoja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shaq with a nice head shot there.
Shaq working some strikes from top position.
Puuoja is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Shaq landing with the ground and pound.
Puuoja trying to keep a closed guard but Shaq is proving a slippery customer.
Shaq postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T4#
Shaq lands a couple of elbows.
Shaq has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Shaq landing some decent shots from guard.
Shaq working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Puuoja's head.
Shaq is in close to Puuoja's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Shaq passes Puuoja's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Shaq scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Shaq seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Puuoja does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Shaq is nestled in close to Puuoja, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shaq is nestled in close to Puuoja, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Shaq trying to control the action but Puuoja is working from the bottom.
Shaq working the head and body with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq 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##TD#
Puuoja bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SU#
Puuoja has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #CL2#
Shaq closes the distance and clinches.
Puuoja is trying to break free.
Shaq pressing his opponent against the cage.
Puuoja struggles to land a body shot inside as Shaq controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puuoja looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
The referee is keeping an eye on Shaq - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Puuoja on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Shaq throws a punch but it's blocked by Puuoja. #T1#
Shaq content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Shaq is trying to drag Puuoja to the mat but Puuoja just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD#
Puuoja manages to pull guard.
Shaq chips away with some ground and pound.
Shaq working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Puuoja's head.
Shaq with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Puuoja keeping moving, preventing Shaq from controlling successfully.
Shaq landing some decent shots from guard.
Puuoja is looking to stand up but Shaq isn't so interested in that idea.
Shaq sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2#
Puuoja keeping moving, preventing Shaq from controlling successfully.
Puuoja controls Shaq momentarily but Shaq frees himself.
Shaq trying to control the position from guard on top but Puuoja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shaq looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Puuoja throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Shaq escapes and throws Puuoja's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Puuoja is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #T3#
Puuoja taking a bit of punishment here - Shaq scoring with strikes.
Shaq cracks Puuoja with a big right hand but Puuoja just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Shaq working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Puuoja manages to work his way to half guard, despite Shaq's best efforts.
Shaq lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Puuoja is looking to improve his position.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Puuoja is refusing to be controlled, as Shaq sits in half guard.
Puuoja on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T4#
Shaq wants to lay and pray for a moment but Puuoja keeps working.
Puuoja is looking to improve his position.
Puuoja on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
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. Shaq connects with a nice short shot to Puuoja's temple.
Puuoja has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Shaq is working away from the top position though.
Shaq lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Shaq is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shaq is nestled in close to Puuoja, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Roadman Shaq showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Shaq gets a clinch.
Shaq throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Puuoja blocks it with crossed arms. #TD#
Puuoja pulls guard.
Puuoja lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Shaq not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Shaq 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#
Ground and pound from Shaq.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaq is thwarting Puuoja's attempts to control the position.
Shaq is trying to control the action in half guard but Puuoja is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Puuoja is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Shaq seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Shaq seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Shaq lands with a punch from half guard.
Puuoja on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Shaq looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Shaq is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Well, if Shaq is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Shaq has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Puuoja tries to get to full guard but Shaq has control of the leg. #T2#
Shaq drops an elbow to the side of Puuoja's head.
Shaq drops an elbow to the side of Puuoja's head.
Shaq seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Shaq landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Shaq is nestled in close to Puuoja, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Shaq slips a nice elbow through Puuoja's hands, connecting with Puuoja's forehead.
Puuoja has hold of Shaq's hands but Shaq slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#ROC2#
Puuoja is rocked!
Shaq drops an elbow to the side of Puuoja's head.
Oh Puuoja is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Puuoja won't allow Shaq to pass to mount.
Puuoja seems to have got his legs back now.
Shaq takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Shaq seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Puuoja does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Shaq working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T3#
Shaq working over Puuoja with some ground and pound. Puuoja looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Puuoja wants to get back to his feet.
Shaq working Puuoja over with strikes.
Shaq working the head and body with strikes.
Roadman Shaq has got the better of the ground game so far.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Puuoja is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Shaq scores with a couple of nice shots.
Shaq working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Shaq working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Shaq is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Shaq seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Shaq seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T4#
Shaq working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Shaq looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Shaq winds up and cracks Puuoja with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Shaq wants to control but Puuoja is keeping him busy.
Puuoja is in trouble now - Shaq has advanced to mount!
Shaq is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Puuoja can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Shaq connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
The referee warns Puuoja that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shaq unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Puuoja wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Shaq celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roadman Shaq!
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