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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 13, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Marlety changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. James looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Marlety with the ground and pound but James regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Marlety trying to control from half guard but James is working away.
James lands a couple of sideways elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
James wants to control the action here but instead Marlety manages to pass to full mount!
James tries to lock up and control but Marlety gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Marlety wants to control the action but instead James gets a body lock and reverses into Marlety's guard! Nice work!
Marlety wants to sweep but no luck.
James is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
James has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1#
Marlety looking to hit a scissor sweep but James is one step ahead there.
James showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Marlety working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. James doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. James manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
James looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Marlety pulls James in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Marlety working a defensive guard here.
James showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
James'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.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells James's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
James would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Marlety.
Marlety trying to control the action but James is working from the bottom. #T3#
Marlety controls the position from side control.
James can't do much from the bottom here.
James is looking to regain half guard here but Marlety keeps moving and retains side control.
James can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
James tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Marlety wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Marlety creates some space and throws a big elbow, but James sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Marlety working away.
Marlety wants to control for a moment but James uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
James avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Marlety.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bob Marlety will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Marlety changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. James looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
James parries the strikes from Marlety easily there. Marlety is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable James to escape.
Marlety working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
James gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Marlety throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
James throws a strike from the bottom but Marlety uses the opportunity to take his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marlety throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
James wants to get back to his feet.
Marlety misses with punches from the back. #T1#
Marlety is trying to control but James is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Marlety throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
James is arching his back trying to strike from the bottom but Marlety turns him over and now has his back.
James is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Marlety.
Marlety misses with an elbow to the head.
James trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Marlety looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. James is controlling Marlety 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. #T2#
James sitting in guard here, content to control.
Bob Marlety has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Marlety working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. James doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. James manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
James is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Marlety working a defensive guard here.
#T3#
Marlety throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Marlety 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.
Marlety doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
James throws a strike but Marlety rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Marlety slips nicely into half guard.
James keeps control of the position for the meantime.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Marlety is keen to just control but James is a slippery customer.#T4#
Marlety is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Marlety wants to pass the guard but James is keeping the position.#SU2#
Marlety gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Marlety doesn't manage to clinch there - James circles away.
As Marlety looks to move away, James throws a big counter combo but Marlety just gets out of the way.#TD2#
Marlety looking to score a takedown here. James is defending well but Marlety drives through and ends up in James's guard.
James wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
James looking to hit a scissor sweep but Marlety is one step ahead there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bob Marlety showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! 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#
James shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Marlety as he avoids it easily.
James avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#TD2#
Marlety throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. James was covering up waiting for the punch and Marlety finishes the takedown easily into guard.
James is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
James keeping moving, preventing Marlety from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Marlety postures up.
James keeping moving, preventing Marlety from controlling successfully.
James throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Marlety is looking to work some ground and pound but James has wrist control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Marlety shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Marlety showed some decent athleticism there.
Marlety controlling the pace. #T2#
Marlety missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
James tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Marlety throws a strike but James avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
James 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.
James will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
James throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Marlety throws a lazy head kick
and James counters with a good low kick that Marlety was not able to check. #CL#
James pushes Marlety up against the cage in a clinch.#T3#
A short left from Marlety.
James gets through Marlety's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
James is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Marlety pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Marlety wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
James unloads a knee to the mid-section.
James wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Orval James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
James drops down looking for an ankle pick but Marlety pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD2#
James tries to sprawl but Marlety drives through with a takedown into half guard.
James is trying to control but can't.
#T4#
Marlety throwing shots but James is blocking nicely.
Marlety is thwarting James's attempts to control the position.
James is not content to let Marlety control the position.
James wants to improve his position but Marlety is controlling well.
James trying to control but Marlety postures up.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Orval James has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bob Marlety is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marlety seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but James does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bob Marlety comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Marlety 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bob Marlety!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 06, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Tsang manages to get an easy takedown there - catching James on his heels. He'll look to pass James's guard now, I'm sure.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
James keeping moving, preventing Tsang from controlling successfully.
Tsang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tsang wants to control from the top but James keeps moving.
James wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Tsang trying to control the position from guard on top but James is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Tsang drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and James dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Tsang not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T1#
James is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
James'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.
Tsang is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Tsang controls James momentarily but James frees himself. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
James blocks a head kick by Tsang.
James appears to be looking for a big counter.#TD2#
Tsang shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. James manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#ES#
James is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #T2##TD2#
Tsang turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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!
James regains half guard.
James manages to get to full guard.
James pulls Tsang in to control the position.
James lands a good elbow from the bottom.
James trying to strike off his back.
James seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T3#
Tsang looking to sit in guard and control but James gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
James's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Tsang is trying to control the position from the bottom.
James slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
James would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
James 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.
Tsang is pulling down on James's head. It's preventing any offense from James, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tsang looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tsang is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
James moves out of range of the body kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Tsang gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Tsang trying to keep a closed guard but James is proving a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Orval James dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Tsang fails in his attempt to clinch.
James is looking for a counter combo.#TD2#
Tsang decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Tsang seems to be working for a kimura but James defends the submission attempt.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2#
Tsang is looking for a kimura but James is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tsang to get the leverage.
Tsang is looking to advance position but James won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orval James overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
James has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tsang is working away from the top position though.#T1#
James is looking for a sweep. Tsang is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
James trying to control here.
Tsang blocks the strikes from James.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
James is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tsang can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Tsang shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Tsang showed some decent athleticism there.
Tsang is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for James!
Tsang trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T2#
James is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
James manages to regain half guard. Good work.
James gets full guard.
James is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tsang engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
James 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.
James is trying to keep Tsang in close.
Tsang looking to sit in guard and control but James gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Tsang really doesn't want to stay on the ground with James. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
James controlling from the top position. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tsang looking to hit a scissor sweep but James is one step ahead there.
James is stalling in the full guard. #SU#
James stands up and waves to Tsang to follow him. #TD#
James feints and as Tsang raises his hands in defense, James changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
James stays in close to Tsang's body and controls the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jeff Tsang will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Tsang is looking to clinch.
Tsang connects with a body shot that sends James's belly button to the back.#TD2#
Tsang gets a takedown into half guard.
Tsang content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
James is looking to control Tsang's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can James avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tsang is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #T1#
Tsang with a flurry of punches that miss.
James keeping moving, preventing Tsang from controlling successfully.
James has a closed guard, preventing Tsang from standing up.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
James striking off his back but it's not causing Tsang any problems. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Tsang throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. James was covering up waiting for the punch and Tsang finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Tsang wants to control from the top but James keeps moving. #T2#
Tsang with a flurry of punches that miss.
James pulls Tsang in close to his closed guard and prevents Tsang from doing any damage or advancing position.
James striking off his back but it's not causing Tsang any problems.
James throws some shots to the body, keeping his opponent honest.
James pulls Tsang in close to his closed guard and prevents Tsang from doing any damage or advancing position.
Tsang must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T3#
James throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
James gets caught napping as Tsang dives in and scores a takedown. James manages to retain guard.
Tsang wants to control from the top but James keeps moving.
Tsang prevents James from getting back to his feet. #T4#
Tsang wants to stand and escape but instead James has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
James content to stall in guard here.
James will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
James seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Tsang for as long as he can get away with.
Further stalling from James.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Jeff Tsang comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tsang 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jeff Tsang!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 02, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Whittaker looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#BC#
James breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD2#
James gets caught flat footed, as Whittaker shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
James is pulling down on Whittaker's head to control his posture.
Whittaker really doesn't want to stay on the ground with James. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Whittaker throws an elbow that misses. James uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Whittaker's guard. Nice move by James!#REVR#
Whittaker being controlled here, momentarily. #T1#
James seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Whittaker for as long as he can get away with.
James will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SU#
Whittaker is working an open guard so James takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#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.
The fight stays on the outside here - Whittaker looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD#
James decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
It looks like James is going to stand back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with James in particular looking to stall.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. James lands a nice short elbow.
James sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T3##SU#
James stands up out of the half guard. #TD2#
Whittaker closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Whittaker lands in his opponent's guard.
James lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SU#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
James gets to his feet. Whittaker looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T4##TD#
James bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
James working the ground and pound.
James is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
James'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.
You can see the frustration on Whittaker's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Whittaker's face as James controls the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Orval James dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##TD#
James looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Whittaker!
Whittaker trying to remain calm as James controls from the top position.#SU#
James stands up. #CL#
James has closed the distance and engaged Whittaker in a clinch.
Whittaker is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Whittaker is defending well.
We've been informed that Whittaker has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#TD#
James manages to pull guard.
#T1#
James has Whittaker pulled in close to control his posture.
Whittaker slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from James.
James has his hands clasped together around Whittaker's back. He's all about the action.
James is trying to maintain the position but Whittaker is very close to passing his half guard.
James is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Whittaker can do to turn this around?
James striking from half guard on the bottom. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
James is refusing to be controlled, as Whittaker sits in half guard.
James is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Whittaker's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Whittaker's back!
I would not like to be Whittaker right now.
Whittaker is covering up but some of the strikes from James are getting through and doing damage.
James is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Whittaker. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
What can Whittaker do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Further stalling from James.#T3#
James lands strikes to the head.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
You can see the frustration on Whittaker's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
James controls the position.
James connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Whittaker to escape the position.
James scores with strikes from the back.
A bit of a pause in the action here. James controlling the positon.#T4#
James connects with a big shot to the side of Whittaker's head.
James biding his time, looking for the opening.
James lands an elbow to the side of the head.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Orval James overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Orval James dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! 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##TD#
James gets the takedown into side control.
Whittaker is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
James content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
James has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Whittaker takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
James stands up. #TD#
Whittaker gets caught flat footed, as James shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#T1#
James is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
James continues to stall.#SU#
James gets to his feet. Whittaker looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #TD#
Whittaker gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
James stays in close to Whittaker's body and controls the position. #T2#
More hug and hope from James.#T3#
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells James's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SU#
James stands up and waves to Whittaker to follow him. #TD#
James 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.
James slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
This is a sustained period of stalling by James.#T4#
James is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
James controlling from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gervonta Whittaker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Orval James is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
And that's the end of the fight!
Orval James showed his dominance in that final round.
Well James 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Orval James!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Estrados tries to clinch up.#CL#
James closes the distance and pushes Estrados back into the cage.
A hook to the body from Estrados.
James tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#TD#
James tightens his grip and picks Estrados up, before dumping him to the ground. Estrados manages to land in guard. #ES2#
Estrados has his feet on James's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Estrados throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Estrados tries a head kick but it misses.
Estrados tries a head kick but it misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
James staying out of range there.
Estrados digs a good hook to James's body.
Estrados misses the body punch
and James counters with a series of strikes. Estrados will be more careful next time no doubt.
Estrados misses with an attempted mid kick.
Estrados throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Estrados throws a combination that misses
and James counters with a three punch combo that has Estrados backing up. Estrados nods at James to acknowledge the strikes.
Estrados tries to close the distance and clinch up but James swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Estrados misses the jab.
James looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Estrados throws a head kick that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Estrados. James does a little dance to reset his feet.
Estrados throws a head kick but James moves out of range.
James throws a big counter combination but Estrados scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Estrados doesn't manage to clinch there - James circles away.
James throws a big counter combination but Estrados scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
James avoids the head kick by Estrados.
Estrados throws a head kick that misses.
James appears to be looking for a big counter.
Estrados goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Estrados. James does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Estrados missing with a left hand there. James was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Estrados throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Estrados throws a leg kick but James checks it.
Estrados tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Estrados shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
James is looking for a counter combo.
A head kick misses from Estrados.
Huan Estrados seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Estrados has managed to clinch.
Estrados tries to work over James's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
James jumps into guard, dragging Estrados to the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
James is controlling Estrados's posture.#T3#
James will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
James has a closed guard, preventing Estrados from standing up.
James throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
James will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Estrados preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Estrados misses with a head kick.
Estrados throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD#
James shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than James was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
James throwing shots but missing, from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The strikes coming from James are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
James 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 Estrados's shoulder. That is not cool.
James 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.#SU#
James decides to stand back up. James steps back and let's Estrados get back to his feet.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Estrados enables James to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Estrados manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SU#
James gets to his feet - Estrados follows without any prompting.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Huan Estrados dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Estrados throws a sloppy head kick and James moves out of range easily.
James throws a big counter combination but Estrados scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Estrados throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
James moves into range and clinches up with Estrados.
Estrados lands a left hand that snaps the head of James backwards.
James keeps control of Estrados as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #TD#
James gets control of Estrados's arms and successfully pulls guard. James will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Estrados preventing the sweep.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
James wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James continues to stall.
James wants to get back to his feet but Estrados is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1#
James is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
James working a defensive guard but Estrados manages to pass into side control anyway.
James wants to control but Estrados postures up.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SU2#
Estrados decides to take the fight back to the feet. #CL2#
Estrados instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Estrados breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Estrados throws a sloppy head kick and James moves out of range easily.
James uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Estrados.
A head kick by Estrados misses
and James counters with a left and a right that stings Estrados.
Estrados pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Orval James is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
James wants to clinch.#T3##TD#
James shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Estrados's guard.
James trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
James is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
James working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
James stays in close to Estrados's body and controls the position.
James throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
James sitting in guard here, content to control.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#T4##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
James has Estrados up against the cage in a clinch.
James manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
James prevents a body shot from Estrados.
Estrados wants to break free but James has control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Estrados wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
James can't get the takedown.
#BC#
James breaks from the clinch.
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 Orval James will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Estrados throws a push kick but James slaps the foot to one side.
Estrados stuffs the takedown attempt from James. James gets slowly back to his feet.
Estrados throws a quick head kick that skims the top of James's head.#CUT2#
It looks like Orval James has been cut.
Estrados throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Estrados wants to clinch.
James went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Estrados tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Estrados sizes up James with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from Estrados! James is out on his feet! Estrados rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - James is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! James is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Huan Estrados!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 08, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Daddy looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
James is not content to let Daddy control the position.
James moves into full guard.
James is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Daddy stopping the sweep attempt from James.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James is striking but Daddy is not phased and passes to half guard.
James gets full guard.#T1#
James seems keen to control Daddy's posture.
Daddy must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Daddy wants to pass the guard but James is keeping the position.
James punching from the bottom - just letting Daddy know he's still in a fight.
Daddy throws a big elbow that misses.
Daddy stays in close to James's body and controls the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now James is on top in guard.
#REVR#
James's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T2##SUB2#
Daddy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
James prevents Daddy from getting back to his feet.
James controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Daddy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
James controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Daddy shoots in and gets a takedown into James's guard.
James preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
Daddy throws a big right hand that misses.
James pulls Daddy in close to his closed guard and prevents Daddy from doing any damage or advancing position.
James can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Daddy controls the pace.
James has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
James throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#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.
Daddy wants to stand and escape but instead James has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
James controlling from the top position.
James has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SU#
Daddy is working an open guard so James takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD#
Daddy gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
James not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
James pushing down on Daddy's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Orval James 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#
James shoots in for a takedown but Daddy shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Daddy fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL2#
Daddy gets a clinch.
Daddy prevents the takedown attempt.
#BC#
James breaks from the clinch.
James dives in and grabs Daddy's left leg, looking for a takedown. Daddy pushes down on James's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Orval James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Daddy wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Daddy shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in James's guard.#T1#
Daddy working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Daddy is stalling in the full guard.
Daddy wants to control from the top but James keeps moving.
James is striking from the bottom but Daddy uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
James tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Daddy with the ground and pound but James uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Daddy wants to stand but James is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB2#
Daddy drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but James manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Daddy has James in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Daddy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Daddy being controlled here, momentarily. #T3#
This is a sustained period of stalling by James.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
James continues to hold on tight.#SUB2#
Daddy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. James is aware though and is defending well.
James 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.
James seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Daddy for as long as he can get away with.#SU#
James stands and steps away. Daddy gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #TD2#
Daddy is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in James's half guard.#ES#
James pushes Daddy off and gets back to his feet.
Daddy is breathing heavily.#T4##TD#
James scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES2#
Daddy manages to escape and get back to his feet!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
James fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL#
James has managed to clinch.
James wants a takedown.
James changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Daddy fights it off and pushes away nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Joe Daddy will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
James tries to clinch but Daddy moves out of range.
Daddy lands a straight punch to the body, keeping James at a distance.
James changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Daddy tries to avoid it but James manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Daddy to the ground. Daddy escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Daddy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Daddy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and James counters with a three punch combo that has Daddy backing up. Daddy nods at James to acknowledge the strikes.
James shoots in but Daddy avoids the takedown attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Daddy moves into the clinch successfully.
James working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T1#
Daddy is pressed up against the cage. James has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Daddy down to the mat. Daddy avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Orval James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Daddy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
James takes a body punch but keeps moving.
James tries for a takedown but Daddy circles away easily
and Daddy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Daddy shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
James keeping moving, preventing Daddy from controlling successfully.
Daddy looking to sit in guard and control but James gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Daddy controlling James's posture. #T2#
James preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Daddy being controlled here, momentarily. #SU#
James decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Daddy, up you get! #CL#
James fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Daddy, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Daddy successfully pulls guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
James prevents Daddy from getting back to his feet. #T3##SU#
James gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Daddy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. James manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
As Daddy backs away, James returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Daddy tries to close the distance and clinch up but James swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Daddy tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Daddy.
James gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
James is pressing down on Daddy's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Daddy throws a strike but James rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T4#
Daddy being controlled here, momentarily.
Daddy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
James controlling from the top position.
James chips away with some ground and pound.
James's corner is telling him to maintain position.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Joe Daddy.
I think Daddy 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Joe Daddy!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 25, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Franco drives through and clinches with James against the cage.
#TD#
James tightens his grip and picks Franco up, before dumping him to the ground. Franco manages to land in guard.
James is working Franco over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
James throwing strikes but missing.
James looking to sit in guard and control but Franco gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
James thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Franco wanted to stand there but James had control of the position.
James doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Franco advances to half guard.
James tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Franco is keen to just control but James is a slippery customer.#T1#
Franco performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Franco drops an elbow to the side of James's head.
James 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.
Franco takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Franco takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Franco trying to control from half guard but James is working away.
It looks like Franco is going to stand back up.
Franco trying to control the pace. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
James drives through with a takedown into guard.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T3#
Franco is trying to control the position from the bottom.
James wants to control from the top but Franco keeps moving.
Franco bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in James's guard. #REVB#
Franco stopping the sweep attempt from James.
James trying to strike off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Franco 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#
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.
James wants to stand up but Franco is controlling him.
James looking to control.
James doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from James enables Franco to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. James manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joey Franco 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#
Franco fails with an attempt to clinch.
James throws a counter high kick but Franco was just alert enough to avoid it.#TD2#
James gets caught napping as Franco dives in and scores a takedown. James manages to retain guard.
Franco wants to stand but James has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Franco must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Franco tries to free his leg and advance position but James is retaining full guard.
James will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Franco wanted to stand there but James had control of the position.
Franco pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. James is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James striking off his back but it's not causing Franco any problems.
Franco would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T1#
James looking to control.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Franco shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. James manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Franco tries to free his leg and advance position but James is retaining full guard.
James is striking but Franco is not phased and passes to half guard.
Ground and pound from Franco.
Franco seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but James does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2#
Franco is thwarting James's attempts to control the position.
James tries to get to full guard but Franco has control of the leg.
James is looking to control Franco's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can James avoid being mounted?
James is trying to stand up here but Franco is controlling him well.
Franco thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed James's head.
James is holding on to half guard well.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3##TD2#
Franco scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Franco has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Franco wants to free his trapped foot but James is holding on for dear life with his legs.
James is looking to control Franco's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can James avoid being mounted?
Franco content to control rather than advance. #T4#
Franco trying to pass the guard but James defending well.
Franco seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
James regains full guard. Nicely done.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joey Franco showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! 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##TD2#
Franco scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Franco drops an elbow to the side of James's head.
Franco not doing much here.
Franco tries to pass to full mount but James defends it.
James wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James is trying to stand up here but Franco is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Franco is looking for a kimura but James is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Franco to get the leverage. #T1##SUB2#
Franco is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Franco is trying to control. James wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
James is trying to stand back up but Franco is controlling him
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Franco shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches James napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The strikes coming from Franco are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
James is looking for a sweep.
Franco works to advance to full mount. James defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Franco controlling his opponent. #T2#
Franco trying to control but James is having none of it.
Franco working James over with strikes here.
James is squirming around, avoiding Franco's attempts to control the action. #T3#
Franco punishing his opponent with strikes.
James is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
James tries to lock up and control but Franco gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Franco looking to control but James is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Joey Franco has got the better of the ground game so far.
Franco landing punches. #SUB2#
Franco is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But James has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from James!
James looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
James wanted to stand there but Franco had control of the position.
James stopping the sweep attempt from Franco.
Franco keeping moving, preventing James from controlling successfully.
James won't allow Franco to get back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Franco tries to land a sweep but no joy.
James trying to control but Franco is working from the bottom.
Orval James has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Joey Franco is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB2#
Franco is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joey Franco comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Franco 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joey Franco!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 15, 2018 |
#R1#
James dives in and grabs Baller's left leg, looking for a takedown. Baller pushes down on James's head and hops out.#TD2#
Baller feints and as James raises his hands in defense, Baller changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
James working a defensive guard here.
Baller showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Baller throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baller stopping the sweep attempt from James.
Baller engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Baller trying to control the position from guard on top but James is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Baller is looking to stand up but James won't let him.
James not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Baller stuffs the takedown.
James fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Orval James. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Baller fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging James to the ground. Baller is now in James's guard.#T2#
Baller trying to control the position from guard on top but James is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
James looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
James 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.
Baller trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but James manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##T3#
James trying to stand up but can't free himself from Baller's guard.
Baller trying to control the position.
Baller pulls James in close to his closed guard and prevents James from doing any damage or advancing position.
James will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
James not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Baller looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
James 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.
Baller looking for a sweep. Not yet Baller, not yet. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
James's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Baller wants to get back to his feet but James is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
James is looking to clinch.
Baller is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Baller feints and then cracks James's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow James down. #TD2#
Baller closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. James did well to prevent Baller getting side control.
James controlling the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
James is refusing to be controlled, as Baller sits in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Big Baller dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
James gets caught napping as Baller dives in and scores a takedown. James manages to retain guard.
James keeping moving, preventing Baller from controlling successfully.
Baller wants to pass the guard but James is keeping the position.
Baller passes James's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Baller seems to be working for a kimura but James defends the submission attempt.
James tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #T1#
James is trying to stand back up but Baller is controlling him
James throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
James taking some punishment here, with Baller in his half guard.
James is looking for a sweep. Baller is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Baller throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
James missing with punches from the bottom.
James is looking to improve his position.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#TD2#
Baller shoots in and gets a takedown into James's guard.
James trying to control the position.
Baller tries to stand but James is controlling from the bottom.
James utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Baller drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but James manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Baller has James in his guard.#REVR#
Baller tries to strike from the bottom.
Big Baller has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
James won't allow Baller to get back to his feet.
James trying to stand up but can't free himself from Baller's guard.
James sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SU#
James decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Baller connects with a leg kick. James looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#TD2#
James gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Baller is breathing heavily.
Baller in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
James looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Baller puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
It looks like Baller is going to stand back up.
James punching from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
James controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Big Baller 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
James looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Baller shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. James manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Baller has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of James is proving hard to escape from.
Baller trying to control but James is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Baller gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T1##TD2#
Baller bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Baller wants to control but James is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Baller working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
James can't do much from the bottom here.
James is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#T2#
James throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land. #SUB2#
Baller goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, James has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Baller but great work by James.
Baller has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
James taking a breather here.
Baller tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Baller takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
James is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Baller will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T3#
Baller tries to buck James off but James is having none of it.
James controls the position from side control.
James lands a few punches from side control.
James controlling from side mount.
James prevents Baller from escaping the position.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Baller tries to buck James off but James is having none of it.
Baller on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
James controlling from side mount.
Big Baller is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Baller changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. James looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Orval James.
Well Baller 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Big Baller!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 27, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
James closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Suarez did well to prevent James getting side control.
Suarez looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
James looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
James passes to side control. #SU#
James decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD#
James 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.
James slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells James's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
James content to stall in guard here.
James'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.#T1#
James working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
James controls from within his opponent's guard. #SU#
James gets to his feet. Suarez looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
James tries for a takedown but Suarez sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Suarez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
James instigates a clinch. #TD#
James works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
James tries to stand but Suarez is controlling from the bottom.
James is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
James postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
James's corner is telling him to maintain position.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
James scoring with punches to the head and body.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
James is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Suarez throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. James tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Suarez is in James's guard.#ES#
James has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Suarez has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#TD#
James gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Suarez regains guard.
James would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
James showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
James scoring with punches to the head and body.
James sitting in guard here, content to control.
James will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
James wants to stand but Suarez is controlling his posture from full guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
James closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Suarez's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Orval James dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
James closes the distance and clinches up with Suarez, looking for a takedown. James pushes Suarez against the cage but Suarez circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
Suarez looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
James lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
James controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SU#
James decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD#
James gets a takedown into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Suarez is breathing heavily.#T1#
James seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Suarez for as long as he can get away with.
James seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Suarez looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
James controlling the action here.
James continues to stall.
More hug and hope from James.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Orval James overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
James wants to get back to his feet.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
James shoots for a double leg takedown but Suarez sprawls well. He's pushed James's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD#
James gets a double leg takedown into Suarez's guard.
James sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Suarez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
James engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SU#
James stands up from guard. Let's bang! #CL#
James pushes Suarez up against the cage in a clinch.
James lands a shoulder strike.
James is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Suarez can do to turn this around?#T4#
James doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC#
James's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
James looks for a takedown but Suarez sprawls well.
Suarez swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Orval James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Suarez misses with a series of wild punches.
James throws a big counter combination but Suarez scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD#
James gets a double leg takedown into Suarez's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
James's corner is telling him to maintain position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Orval James dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Suarez gets caught napping as James dives in and scores a takedown. Suarez manages to retain guard.
Suarez being controlled here, momentarily.
James has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
This is a sustained period of stalling by James.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
James is stalling in the full guard. #SU#
Suarez is working an open guard so James takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Kim Suarez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Suarez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
James will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL#
James has Suarez up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD#
James pulls Suarez into guard.
Suarez is fighting to break James's control of his arms but James is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now James is on top in guard.
#REVR##T2#
James is working Suarez over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
James controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
James wants to pass the guard but Suarez is keeping the position.
James showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD#
James drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
James controlling from side mount.
James lands some shots froms side control.#T4#
James content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
James working the ground and pound from side control.
You can see the frustration on Suarez's face as James controls the position.
Suarez wants to control but James postures up.
James controls the position.
Suarez takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
James controls the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU#
James has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Orval James showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for James, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Orval James!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 24, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Ali Jr prevents the takedown attempt.
James tries a body shot but Ali Jr blocks it.
#TD#
James has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Ali Jr uses from the top position.
James will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Ali Jr must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
James throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
James trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES#
James pushes Ali Jr off and gets back to his feet.
Ali Jr lands a front kick.#T1#
James takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
James really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Some wild striking there from Ali Jr.
Ali Jr lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as James backs up against the cage.
#CUT2#
It looks like Orval James has been cut.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Ali Jr!
James with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ali Jr counters with a straight right hand.#TD#
James fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Ali Jr sprawls well initially but James persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
James perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SU#
James postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Ali Jr to stand up.
James slips a jab and a cross from Ali Jr.
A counter left hand to the body from James misses its target.
Ali Jr misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD#
James is trying to trip Ali Jr. He has hold of a leg but Ali Jr is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. James persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#T3#
Ali Jr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SU#
Ali Jr is working an open guard so James takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Ali Jr avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ali Jr throws a series of punches but James moves out of range.
Ali Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but James manages to avoid it.
Ali Jr fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
James seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Ali Jr swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ali Jr misses with a series of wild punches.
James is looking to counter with a body kick.
Ali Jr scores with a jab to the jaw.#T4#
James shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ali Jr sprawls well. Ali Jr wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. James gets slowly back to his feet.
Ali Jr lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Orval James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ali Jr lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but James circles away quickly and effectively.#TD#
Ali Jr gets caught napping as James dives in and scores a takedown. Ali Jr manages to retain guard.#ES2#
Ali Jr manages to escape and get back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
James shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ali Jr but Ali Jr pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ali Jr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Muhammad Ali Jr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Orval James's cut.
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##TD#
James gets a takedown into half guard.
James with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ali Jr is trying to stand.
James seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ali Jr looks like he's trying to stand up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1#
Ali Jr is trying to stand up here but James is controlling him well.
James thows a huge punch but Ali Jr dodges it nicely.
Ali Jr is trying to stand back up but James is controlling him
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
James doesn't manage to clinch there - Ali Jr circles away.
Ali Jr throws a combination but it was largely blocked by James.
Ali Jr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Orval James is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
James gets a double leg takedown into Ali Jr's guard.
James sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ali Jr is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst James is controlling him. #T2#
James postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SU#
James stands up from Ali Jr's guard - James perhaps looking for a knockout.
Ali Jr fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Horrible takedown attempt by James or perhaps it was just good defense by Ali Jr, which made it look bad.
A countering left hand to the body from Ali Jr misses.
Ali Jr throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#T3#
Ali Jr fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ali Jr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
James throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Ali Jr tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. James is in Ali Jr's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
James looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ali Jr is breathing heavily.
Ali Jr wants to stand and escape but James is having none of it.
James is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
James'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.
James tries to free his leg and advance position but Ali Jr is retaining full guard.
James stays in close to Ali Jr's body and controls the position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
James tries to clinch up
and Ali Jr counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ali Jr throws a body shot but no joy.
Ali Jr looks to land a combination. James sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Muhammad Ali Jr will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Orval James's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##TD#
James scores with a takedown into Ali Jr's guard.#ES2#
Ali Jr uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Muhammad Ali Jr seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
James forces Ali Jr back against the cage and clinches.
James misses with a punch to the body.
Ali Jr gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from James.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T1#
James tries to score a body lock takedown but Ali Jr shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Ali Jr on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ali Jr is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Orval James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ali Jr is looking to control James's arms but James gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ali Jr has his back to the cage.
Ali Jr is looking to control James's arms but James gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ali Jr has his back to the cage.
Ali Jr gets underhooks to prevent James's takedown attempt.
#BC#
James breaks the clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - James looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ali Jr is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down James rather than just go for the knockout.#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.
Ali Jr throws an overhand right that lands on James's shoulder, as James tries to avoid the shot.
A punch combination from Ali Jr misses.
Ali Jr throws a right and a left that James avoids nicely.
James shoots for a double leg takedown but Ali Jr sprawls well. He's pushed James's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Despite the aggression on Ali Jr's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Ali Jr swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
James takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ali Jr stuffs the takedown attempt from James. James gets slowly back to his feet. #T3#
Ali Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
James shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Still in half guard, James seems content to control.
James seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ali Jr for as long as he can get away with.
James will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ali Jr is trying to stand.
#T4#
James stalling.
Ali Jr punching from the bottom.
#SU#
James postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Ali Jr to stand up.
Ali Jr throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
James tries for a takedown but Ali Jr sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Good exchange - Ali Jr coming out on top.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ali Jr pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces James back to the cage. Ali Jr follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Orval James has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Muhammad Ali Jr is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
James tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ali Jr manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
And that's the end of the fight!
Muhammad Ali Jr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Ali Jr 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Muhammad Ali Jr!
During a confident post fight interview, Muhammad Ali Jr thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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