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by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 13, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Ham drives through and clinches with Gorlanov against the cage.
Gorlanov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ham gets underhooks to prevent Gorlanov's takedown attempt.
Ham tries to score a body lock takedown but Gorlanov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Ham is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Gorlanov is defending well.
Ham tries for a takedown. No joy.
Valentin Gorlanov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Big Ham.
Gorlanov tries for a takedown but Ham manages to get underhooks.
#TD#
Gorlanov tightens his grip and picks Ham up, before dumping him to the ground. Ham manages to land in guard.
Gorlanov is breathing heavily.
Ham wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Gorlanov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Gorlanov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ham is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ham is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Gorlanov is controlling him. #T1#
Gorlanov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ham tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Gorlanov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gorlanov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ham holds on and takes a little breather.
Gorlanov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ham throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Gorlanov's waist but Gorlanov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ham off to one side. #CL2#
Ham closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Gorlanov stops a takedown attempt from Ham.
Ham is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Gorlanov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Ham wants a takedown.
#TD2#
Ham has clasped his hands together around Gorlanov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #T2#
Gorlanov manages to get back to half guard.
Gorlanov moves into full guard.
Gorlanov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Gorlanov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ham defends it easily.#SUB#
Gorlanov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ham doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ham manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
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!#SUB#
Gorlanov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ham can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ham trying to control the position from guard on top but Gorlanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Gorlanov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ham lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Ham pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gorlanov is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Gorlanov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Gorlanov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ham is aware though and is defending well.
Ham makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB#
Gorlanov is looking for a triangle but Ham pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Ham got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gorlanov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ham has managed to get both his arms back between Gorlanov's legs - danger averted.
Ham working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Gorlanov's head.
Ham landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB#
Gorlanov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ham is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
Ham lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ham scoring with some ground and pound.
Gorlanov keeping moving, preventing Ham from controlling successfully.
Ham wants to pass the guard but Gorlanov is keeping the position.#SUB#
Gorlanov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ham gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've been informed that Ham has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ham is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Ham got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gorlanov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ham has managed to get both his arms back between Gorlanov's legs - danger averted.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Valentin Gorlanov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Gorlanov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Ham to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Ham trying to control the position from guard on top but Gorlanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Gorlanov looking for a guillotine here but Ham defends easily.
#SUB#
Gorlanov looking for subs off his back but Ham has passed one foot through into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gorlanov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ham scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Gorlanov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ham looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T1#
Ham working Gorlanov over with strikes.
Ham wants to free his trapped foot but Gorlanov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
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. Ham connects with a nice short shot to Gorlanov's temple.
Gorlanov is refusing to be controlled, as Ham sits in half guard. #SUB#
Gorlanov actively working from the bottom here.
Valentin Gorlanov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ham lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Gorlanov tries to get to full guard but Ham has control of the leg. #SUB#
Gorlanov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ham wants to pass the guard but Gorlanov is defending well.
Ham looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Gorlanov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB#
Gorlanov actively working from the bottom here.
Well, if Ham 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.
Ham lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ham is pressing down on Gorlanov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Gorlanov is holding on for now.
Ham is looking to take a break and control but Gorlanov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Ham trying to pass the guard but Gorlanov defending well.
Ham working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Gorlanov has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Ham escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Ham!
Ham lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Gorlanov down.
Gorlanov is looking to reverse the position.
Ham advances to full mount.
Ham unloading with bombs!
Ham cracks Gorlanov with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Gorlanov is looking to get to half guard.
Ham lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
#T4#
Ham with shots to the head and body - Gorlanov looks very uncomfortable down there.
Gorlanov is trying to escape the mount.
Ham trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ham landing strikes, looking to finish!
Ham can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gorlanov is looking to escape.
Gorlanov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gorlanov is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Ham is working for a guillotine from mount but Gorlanov frees his head quite easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Big Ham showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Gorlanov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3##CL2#
Ham moves into range and clinches up with Gorlanov.#TD2#
Ham gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Gorlanov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ham scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Gorlanov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ham prevents Gorlanov from improving his position.
Ham has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ham landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ham is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Gorlanov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ham pulls his head out easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ham is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Ham is working for a submission of some sort.
#T1##SUB#
Gorlanov actively working from the bottom here.
Ground and pound from Ham. #SUB#
Gorlanov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Gorlanov looking for submissions off his back.
Ham scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ham wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gorlanov keeps working. #SUB#
Gorlanov actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Ham seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Gorlanov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Ham scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ham trying to control the action but Gorlanov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Gorlanov looking for submissions off his back.
Ham is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Gorlanov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ham content to control rather than advance.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#SUB#
Gorlanov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ham pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Gorlanov actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Nice strikes from Ham there.
Gorlanov works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Gorlanov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ham defends it easily.#SUB2#
Ham drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ham jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ham trying to control but Gorlanov is working from the bottom.
Ham postures up in Gorlanov's guard and throws a big left but Gorlanov blocks it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Gorlanov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Ham's guard.
Gorlanov wants to control from the top but Ham keeps moving.
Gorlanov stopping the sweep attempt from Ham.#T4#
Ham controls Gorlanov momentarily but Gorlanov frees himself.
Gorlanov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Gorlanov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ham is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Big Ham comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ham has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Big Ham!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 01, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Rang shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Gorlanov napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Gorlanov tries to buck Rang off but Rang is having none of it.
Gorlanov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Gorlanov looks winded!
The ground and pound from Rang seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #SUB#
Rang is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Gorlanov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Rang creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Gorlanov sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Gorlanov is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rang throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Gorlanov tries to bench press Rang off him but Rang keeps the position.
Rang lands an elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gorlanov is trying to get back to half guard.
Gorlanov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rang. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Rang has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Rang looking to finish Gorlanov with some ground and pound. This is bad for Gorlanov!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
BOOM! Rang connects with a massive shot to the dome!
#T1#
Rang trying to control but Gorlanov is having none of it.
Rang 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.
Gorlanov is looking to get to half guard.
Gorlanov gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Gorlanov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rang missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Rang wants to control but Gorlanov is keeping him busy.
Rang trying to pass the guard but Gorlanov defending well. #SUB#
Gorlanov is defending against the submission attempts here by Rang.
Rang trying to pass the guard but Gorlanov defending well. #T2#
Rang trying to control from half guard but Gorlanov is working away. #SUB2#
Gorlanov looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Rang pushes past his half guard into mount!
Rang tries to control but Gorlanov wriggling away.
Rang is really struggling to control Gorlanov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Rang is landing with some decent strikes but Gorlanov is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Rang prevents Gorlanov from getting the reversal.
Rang punishing his opponent with strikes.
Rang manages to capitalize on a mistake by Gorlanov to take his back!
Gorlanov breaks Rang's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Rang is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Rang working for a triangle but Gorlanov defends it easily.
#T3#
Gorlanov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rang looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Rang looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Gorlanov 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. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Let's hope that Gorlanov 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.#SUB#
Rang looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Rang can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gorlanov controls the pace.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Rang is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gorlanov is aware though and is defending well.
Rang is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Boomer Rang dominated 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.
#R2#
Rang shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Gorlanov pinned against the cage. Gorlanov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Boomer Rang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rang changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Gorlanov tries to avoid it but Rang manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Gorlanov to the ground. Gorlanov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD2#
Gorlanov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Rang regains full guard. Nicely done.
Gorlanov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Rang 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.
Rang is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rang trying to keep a closed guard but Gorlanov is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gorlanov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Gorlanov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1##SUB2#
Gorlanov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Rang wants to improve his position but Gorlanov is controlling well.
Gorlanov controlling the pace.
Rang gets full guard.
Gorlanov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Gorlanov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Gorlanov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Gorlanov 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.
Gorlanov is continuing to stall.#SUB#
Rang is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rang is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##TD2#
Gorlanov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Rang did well to prevent Gorlanov getting side control.
Rang tries to get to full guard but Gorlanov has control of the leg.
Gorlanov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Rang looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gorlanov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Gorlanov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB2#
Gorlanov is working for a submission of some sort.
Boomer Rang overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Rang is defending against the submission attempts here by Gorlanov.
#T4#
Rang tries to get to full guard but Gorlanov has control of the leg. #SUB#
Rang actively working from the bottom here.
Rang is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Gorlanov is looking for a kimura here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Gorlanov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Valentin Gorlanov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Gorlanov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Rang moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Rang is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rang keeping moving, preventing Gorlanov from controlling successfully.
Gorlanov stopping the sweep attempt from Rang.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rang manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gorlanov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Our spies down at at Cozad MMA Las Vegas inform us that Gorlanov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Rang lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Gorlanov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rang gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rang postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Rang wants to control from the top but Gorlanov keeps moving. #SUB2#
Gorlanov has his foot on Rang's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rang works his way back into a safe position though.
Rang advances to half guard. #SUB#
Rang is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Gorlanov looking for submissions off his back.
Gorlanov tries to roll over but Rang keeps him under control.#SUB#
Rang is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gorlanov has managed to free his arm - good work. #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.#SUB2#
Gorlanov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Gorlanov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rang pulls his head out easily.
Rang working over Gorlanov with some ground and pound. Gorlanov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Gorlanov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rang is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Gorlanov is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Gorlanov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gorlanov wants to improve his position but Rang is controlling well.
#T3##SUB2#
Gorlanov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rang throwing shots but Gorlanov is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Gorlanov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rang pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Gorlanov is defending against the submission attempts here by Rang.
Rang is trying to control the action in half guard but Gorlanov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Gorlanov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Rang is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gorlanov defends it well. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Gorlanov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Gorlanov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rang keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Gorlanov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Rang is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Gorlanov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boomer Rang showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Rang 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boomer Rang!
In his post fight interview, Boomer Rang started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 26, 2018 |
#R1#
Reyes shoots in but no luck this time.
Gorlanov is looking for a counter combo.
Gorlanov looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Nice takedown defense from Reyes. No joy for Gorlanov on that attempt.
Gorlanov fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Reyes counters by clinching up.
Gorlanov is trying to drag Reyes to the mat but Reyes just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Valentin Gorlanov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gorlanov can't get the takedown.
Gorlanov prevents the takedown attempt.
Reyes with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Valentin Gorlanov has been cut.
Gorlanov looking for a takedown. #TD2#
Reyes manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Reyes is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gorlanov defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reyes working a defensive guard here.
Gorlanov trying to control the position from guard on top but Reyes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Reyes being controlled here, momentarily. #T1#
Gorlanov won't allow Reyes to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Gorlanov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Reyes has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gorlanov has managed to get both his arms back between Reyes's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Gorlanov drops back, looking for a kneebar! Reyes looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Reyes looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Reyes! #REVB#
Reyes cracks Gorlanov with a big elbow. #SU2#
Reyes decides to stand back up.
Reyes throws a nice outside leg kick.
Gorlanov shoots for a double leg takedown but Reyes sprawls well. He's pushed Gorlanov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2#
Gorlanov tries to keep at a distance but Reyes has taken the fight into the clinch.
Reyes is trying to pull guard but Gorlanov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T2#
Reyes gets underhooks to prevent Gorlanov's takedown attempt.
Reyes is pressed up against the cage. Gorlanov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Reyes down to the mat. Reyes avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Reyes pushes Gorlanov up against the cage in a clinch.
Reyes tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Gorlanov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Reyes taking a breather.
Reyes is pressed up against the cage. Gorlanov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Reyes down to the mat. Reyes avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Nice takedown defense from Gorlanov. No joy for Reyes on that attempt.
Reyes shoots in but Gorlanov avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Reyes darts in and clinches Gorlanov up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gorlanov tries for a takedown but Reyes manages to get underhooks.
Reyes is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Gorlanov is defending well.
Gorlanov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T3##BC2#
Reyes breaks the clinch.
#CL2#
Reyes clinches up with Gorlanov and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Reyes pulls Gorlanov into guard.
Reyes looking to control.
Gorlanov wants to control from the top but Reyes keeps moving.
Gorlanov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Reyes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Gorlanov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Reyes has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gorlanov has managed to get both his arms back between Reyes's legs - danger averted.
Gorlanov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T4##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gorlanov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Reyes or perhaps it was just good defense by Gorlanov, which made it look bad.
As Reyes tries to get set, Gorlanov tries to push him back and clinch up but Reyes manages to avoid the attempt.
Reyes misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Reyes shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Gorlanov eats them both and turns towards Reyes to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Gorlanov.
Reyes changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Gorlanov tries to avoid it but Reyes manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Gorlanov to the ground. Gorlanov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
It looked like Gorlanov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL2#
Reyes gets a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henry Reyes dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Valentin Gorlanov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Gorlanov steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Reyes. That one must have hurt.
Gorlanov shoots in for a double leg but Reyes sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
Reyes closes the distance and clinches.
Reyes lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Gorlanov or not.
Reyes is trying to pull guard but Gorlanov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Gorlanov is trying to drag Reyes to the mat but Reyes just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Reyes slowing the pace effectively.
Reyes taking a breather.
Gorlanov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Reyes after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Valentin Gorlanov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Reyes's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Reyes lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Gorlanov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Reyes.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Gorlanov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Gorlanov takes a kick to the side of the head.#CL2#
Gorlanov gets tackled into the cage by Reyes. Reyes maintains the clinch. #T1#
Gorlanov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Reyes gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Reyes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2#
Reyes successfully pulls guard.
#SUB2#
Reyes looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Gorlanov wants to control from the top but Reyes keeps moving.
Reyes bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gorlanov's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Gorlanov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Reyes has passed into half guard!
Gorlanov is looking to improve his position.
Reyes winds up and cracks Gorlanov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Reyes moves into full mount! Gorlanov won't be happy about that! #T2#
Reyes can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gorlanov is looking to escape.
Gorlanov is trying to reverse the position but instead Reyes has taken his back - oops!
Henry Reyes has got the better of the ground game so far.
Gorlanov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Reyes throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Reyes trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gorlanov wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Reyes is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB2#
Reyes has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Gorlanov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB2#
Reyes has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
A lull in the action here.
Gorlanov tries to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Reyes is persistently looking for the submission but Gorlanov is defending it well.
Gorlanov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T4##SUB#
Gorlanov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Reyes slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Gorlanov looking for a kimura from the bottom but Reyes passes into side control!
Gorlanov is looking for a sweep.
We've been hearing good reports from Gorlanov's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SU2#
Reyes decides to stand back up. Reyes steps back and let's Gorlanov get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
No luck for Reyes with that takedown attempt.
Gorlanov fails to land the takedown.
Reyes shapes to counter with a head kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henry Reyes showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Valentin Gorlanov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Gorlanov fails with a takedown attempt.
Reyes will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Danga de danga de dang - Reyes scores with a four punch combination!#CL2#
Reyes fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Gorlanov, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Reyes drags the fight down to the ground.
Gorlanov looking to pass the guard.
Reyes keeping moving, preventing Gorlanov from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gorlanov looking to sit in guard and control but Reyes gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Reyes trying to control the position from guard on top but Gorlanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB#
Reyes got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gorlanov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Reyes has managed to get both his arms back between Gorlanov's legs - danger averted.
Reyes must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Reyes makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB#
Gorlanov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Reyes trying to control the position from guard on top but Gorlanov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Gorlanov is looking for a triangle here but Reyes uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Reyes wants to control but Gorlanov is keeping him busy. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Gorlanov tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SU2#
Reyes decides to stand back up.
Reyes misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Gorlanov fails with the takedown
and Reyes counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Reyes closes the distance and clinches.
Gorlanov wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Valentin Gorlanov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Reyes trying to stall but Gorlanov improves his position.
Reyes tries for a takedown but Gorlanov manages to get underhooks.
Gorlanov wants a takedown but no success here.
#T3#
Reyes changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Gorlanov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Reyes shoots in but Gorlanov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Gorlanov dives in for a single leg takedown but Reyes sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Reyes throws a front kick that sends Gorlanov stumbling back into the cage.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Reyes is defended easily by Gorlanov.
Gorlanov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Reyes defends it nicely.
Reyes has a takedown stuffed.
Reyes leaves Gorlanov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T4#
Reyes changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Gorlanov tries to avoid it but Reyes manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Gorlanov to the ground. Gorlanov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Gorlanov.
Reyes defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Gorlanov.
Reyes shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Gorlanov pinned against the cage. Gorlanov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Gorlanov fails to land the takedown.
Gorlanov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Reyes sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Gorlanov somewhat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Reyes tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Gorlanov swivels and escapes.
Valentin Gorlanov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Henry Reyes is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Reyes stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Reyes wants it to stay on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Henry Reyes comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Reyes has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Henry Reyes!
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Event:
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Date: Apr 19, 2018 |
#R1#
Gorlanov fails with the takedown
and Jordan counters with a stiff right hand.
A jab lands there for Jordan.
Gorlanov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jordan can pounce on him.
Gorlanov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jordan is fending him off so far but Gorlanov persists. Nope, Jordan circles away and we're back to standing.#TD2#
Gorlanov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Gorlanov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Gorlanov trying to control the position from guard on top but Jordan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gorlanov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Jordan on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Jordan tries to get out of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jordan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gorlanov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jordan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jordan is trying to control the position but Gorlanov postures up. #T1#
Gorlanov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Gorlanov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Gorlanov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Jordan counters with a stiff right hand.
Matt Jordan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Valentin Gorlanov.
A jab from Jordan does it's job there.#CUT#
It looks like Valentin Gorlanov has been cut.
A punch lands to the side of Gorlanov 's head but he takes it in his stride.#TD2#
Gorlanov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Gorlanov lands in his opponent's guard.
Gorlanov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Gorlanov trying to control but Jordan is working from the bottom.
Gorlanov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jordan tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Gorlanov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Let's hope that Gorlanov 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.
Jordan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gorlanov is one step ahead there.
Gorlanov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Jordan's guard.
Gorlanov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Jordan wants to control but Gorlanov is keeping busy.
#T3#
Gorlanov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gorlanov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Jordan jabs Gorlanov right on the nose. Gorlanov blinks but takes it well.
Gorlanov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jordan circles away.
Gorlanov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Jordan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
Jordan scoring well with a low kick there.
Jordan lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Gorlanov fails with the takedown.
Jordan stuffs the takedown attempt from Gorlanov. Gorlanov gets slowly back to his feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Jordan misses its target.
Gorlanov looks winded!
Jordan slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jordan buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Jordan lands a right hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jab, jab by Jordan - just one landing.
Gorlanov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jordan tries to avoid it but Gorlanov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jordan to the ground. Jordan escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Jordan throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jordan lands a two punch combo.
Gorlanov misses with a takedown
and Jordan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gorlanov tries for a takedown but Jordan circles away easily
and Jordan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Matt Jordan dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Valentin Gorlanov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Gorlanov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#TD2#
Gorlanov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Gorlanov tries to free his leg and advance position but Jordan is retaining full guard.
Jordan 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.
Gorlanov wants to control from the top but Jordan keeps moving. #SUB2#
Gorlanov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gorlanov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Gorlanov content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Gorlanov drops back looking for a leg! Jordan is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Jordan manages to kick Gorlanov off! Gorlanov jumps back into Jordan's guard. #T1##SUB2#
Gorlanov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Jordan 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.
Gorlanov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gorlanov shoots for a takedown but Jordan saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Matt Jordan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jordan lands with an uppercut that bounces Gorlanov off the cage and back into range.
Valentin Gorlanov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jordan scores with a jab to the body.
Gorlanov shoots in looking for a takedown but Jordan manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Gorlanov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Gorlanov is breathing heavily.
Jordan lands a nice hook to Gorlanov's body. Gorlanov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jordan fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Gorlanov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Matt Jordan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Valentin Gorlanov.
Gorlanov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jordan.
Gorlanov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Jordan counters with a nice uppercut.
Gorlanov takes a jab right on the kisser.
#T3#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Jordan!
Danga de danga de dang - Jordan scores with a four punch combination!
Gorlanov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Jordan cracks Gorlanov with an open hand slap.
Jordan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gorlanov can do to turn this around?
Jordan lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #ROC#
Gorlanov is rocked!
Gorlanov walks into a stiff left hand from Jordan.
Gorlanov is still on wobbly legs! Can Jordan finish him?
Gorlanov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Jordan counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jordan lands a lovely overhand right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gorlanov walks into a stiff left hand from Jordan.
Matt Jordan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jordan walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Gorlanov drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Jordan swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Gorlanov's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Matt Jordan!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 16, 2018 |
#R1#
Gorlanov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Valentin Gorlanov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Reyes lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Gorlanov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Reyes circles away.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Gorlanov.
Reyes changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Henry Reyes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Valentin Gorlanov.
Reyes misses with a series of wild punches.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Gorlanov.#TD2#
Gorlanov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Gorlanov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Reyes doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Gorlanov sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Reyes has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gorlanov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Gorlanov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Gorlanov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Reyes is letting Gorlanov control him for a moment.
Reyes looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T2#
Reyes is trying to control Gorlanov's posture but Gorlanov avoids it.
Gorlanov controls the position. #SUB2#
Gorlanov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Reyes has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Gorlanov but great work by Reyes.
Gorlanov tries to buck Reyes off but Reyes is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Gorlanov sneaks back into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Gorlanov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Gorlanov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Gorlanov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gorlanov gets full guard.#SUB2#
Gorlanov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Reyes wants to pass the guard but Gorlanov is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Gorlanov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Reyes defends well.#T4#
Reyes is looking to stand up but Gorlanov won't let him. #SUB2#
Gorlanov is looking for a triangle but Reyes pushes his legs off easily.
Reyes with a nice head shot there.
Gorlanov keeping moving, preventing Reyes from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Gorlanov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Gorlanov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Reyes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Reyes throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Gorlanov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Gorlanov is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Reyes frees his head nicely. Oh but Gorlanov has switched to an armbar! Reyes is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Valentin Gorlanov!
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Event:
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Date: Apr 12, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Gorlanov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Reyes sprawls well initially but Gorlanov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Gorlanov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Reyes tries to hold on but Gorlanov postures up.
Reyes is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Gorlanov is staying active.
Gorlanov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB#
Gorlanov goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Reyes is on top in guard.
Reyes controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Reyes has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Gorlanov to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Reyes is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Gorlanov pulls down on the head and he's put Reyes to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Valentin Gorlanov!
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