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Event:
The Island Season 8, 170 lbs, Round 1
Date: Aug 05, 2018 |
#R1# Some wild striking there from Thompson.
Thompson throws a combination that misses #TD# and Lawson counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Lawson is figuring out what he wants to do next. Thompson is looking to get back to full guard here but Lawson has managed to pass to side control instead. Lawson is working Thompson over with some ground and pound from side control. Thompson is trying to get back to half guard. Lawson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Thompson keeps working. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lawson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Thompson is looking for a sweep. Thompson manages to work his way to half guard, despite Lawson 's best efforts.#T1# Lawson working the head and body with strikes. Lawson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Thompson keeps working. Thompson trying to control from the bottom.
Thompson desperately trying to maintain half guard. Thompson manages to get to full guard.
Lawson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Lawson 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. Lawson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Lawson looking to pass the guard. #T2##SUB2# Thompson working for submissions but it's allowed Lawson to get to half guard.
Lawson working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2# Thompson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Thompson should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete. 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. Lawson connects with a nice short shot to Thompson's temple. Lawson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Thompson defending well though. Thompson is staying active underneath Lawson , who seems content to just control the action from this position. Thompson trying to control from the bottom.
Lawson wants to control but Thompson is keeping him busy. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3# Nice strikes from Lawson there. Thompson controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. Lawson wants to control but Thompson is keeping him busy. Thompson trying to control here.
Thompson moves into full guard.
Thompson tries to land a sweep but no joy. Lawson 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. Lawson won't allow Thompson to sweep him here. Lawson trying to stand up but can't free himself from Thompson's guard. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Thompson is on top in guard.
#REVB##T4# Lawson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Thompson's guard. #REVR# Lawson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Thompson swivels though and keeps the full guard. Thompson keeping moving, preventing Lawson from controlling successfully. Lawson looking to pass the guard. Thompson looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Thompson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Lawson is looking to stand up but Thompson won't let him. Lawson wants to control from the top but Thompson keeps moving. #SUB2# Thompson working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Lawson has passed into half guard!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randall Lawson 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# Lawson misses with a takedown attempt - Thompson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL# Lawson gets a clinch. Lawson takes a shot to the head. Lawson stalling in the clinch but Thompson improves position. Thompson digs a right hand into Lawson 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lawson 's gas tank. Thompson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. A left hand lands to the body for Thompson.
Thompson is working Lawson over against the cage. Thompson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Lawson tries to break free but Thompson pushes him back against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Thompson scores with an uppercut up the middle. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Thompson. Thompson is leaning against Lawson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Thompson lands a body punch. Good body shot from Thompson.
Thompson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. A short body shot lands from Thompson as the two fighters clinch.
#T1# Thompson lands an uppercut. A short right from Thompson. Thompson cracks Lawson with a nice body shot. Thompson pushes Lawson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. A left hand lands to the body for Thompson.
Lawson tries to pull guard but Thompson won't allow it.
Thompson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Thompson lands a body punch in the clinch. Nice body punch from Thompson - that landed with a thud.
Thompson lands a body punch in the clinch. A right hook to the body lands for Thompson.
Thompson lands a right hand. A hook to the body from Thompson.
Thompson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. A right hand to the body from Thompson.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Thompson scores with an uppercut up the middle. Thompson working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T2# Thompson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Thompson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lawson backwards. Thompson is working Lawson over against the cage. Thompson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lawson s head. A short left from Thompson. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Thompson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Thompson scores with a hook to the body. Thompson working some nice short punches in the clinch. Thompson digs a right hand into Lawson 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lawson 's gas tank. Thompson lands on the inside with an uppercut. A right handed body shot lands from Thompson.
Thompson is leaning against Lawson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Thompson digs a right hand into Lawson 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lawson 's gas tank. Thompson cracks Lawson with a nice body shot. A right handed body shot lands from Thompson.
Thompson pushes Lawson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #TD2# Thompson pulls guard successfully.
#T3# Thompson wants to sweep but no luck. Thompson is trying to control the position but Lawson postures up. Lawson won't allow Thompson to sweep him here. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Thompson is on top in guard.
#REVB# Lawson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Thompson won't allow Lawson to sweep him here. #SUB# Lawson is looking for a triangle but Thompson pushes his legs off easily.
Thompson tries to free his leg and advance position but Lawson is retaining full guard. Lawson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Lawson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Thompson. Thompson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Lawson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Thompson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Lawson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4# Lawson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Thompson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Randall Lawson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Lawson keeping full guard, as Thompson tries to pass. Thompson throws a big elbow that misses. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Thompson is stalling in the full guard. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL# Lawson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Thompson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short left from Thompson. Thompson is working Lawson over against the cage. Thompson lands with a light punch inside. Nice body punch from Thompson - that landed with a thud.
Thompson lands a body shot. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Thompson lands an uppercut. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Timmy Thompson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! 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# Thompson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Lawson darts in looking for a takedown but Thompson gets double underhooks and turns Lawson into the cage. Timmy Thompson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Thompson digs a good body shot into Lawson 's ribs. Thompson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Thompson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2# Thompson clinches up with Lawson and pushes him back against the cage. Lawson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Thompson to keep the fight standing. Thompson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Thompson scores with a shoulder strike. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lawson is working for takedown but Thompson is calmly controlling the position for now. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Randall Lawson . That's going to take a lot out of him. Lawson jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Thompson walks away with a smile on his face. Lawson gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. A shot to the liver by Thompson. Beautiful body shot. Lawson gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Thompson gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Timmy Thompson!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 28, 2018 |
#R1##CL2# Johnson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Johnson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lawson tries to pull guard but Johnson forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Lawson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Johnson tries to pull guard but Lawson won't allow it.
#TD2# Johnson successfully pulls guard.
Johnson has a closed guard, preventing Lawson from standing up. #SUB2# Lawson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2# Johnson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lawson trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Johnson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Lawson postures up and lands a big shot to Johnson's brow. #T1##SUB2# Johnson looking for a guillotine here but Lawson defends easily.
#SUB2# Johnson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lawson defends it easily. Lawson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Johnson on the ground.#SUB2# Johnson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lawson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lawson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2# Johnson is looking for a triangle but Lawson pushes his legs off easily.
Lawson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Johnson's head.#SUB2# Lawson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2# Johnson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2# Lawson wants to pass the guard but Johnson is keeping the position.#SUB2# Johnson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Lawson trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Lawson works a leg free and moves into half guard. Johnson wants to improve his position but Lawson is controlling well.
#SUB# Lawson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Johnson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Johnson.#T3##SUB2# Johnson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lawson defends it easily. Lawson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2# Lawson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2# Johnson looking for subs off his back but Lawson has passed one foot through into half guard.
Johnson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Johnson is trying to control but can't.
Lawson performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T4# Johnson is not content to let Lawson control the position.#SUB2# Johnson actively working from the bottom here. Johnson is looking for a sweep. Lawson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Johnson flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Lawson wants to take a breather but Johnson is having none of it. Johnson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2# Johnson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lawson pulls his head out easily. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lawson lands a nice short elbow. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Lawson trying to control from half guard but Johnson is working away. Lawson is thwarting Johnson's attempts to control the position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Derek Johnson dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2##CL# Lawson takes the fight into the clinch. Lawson wants to stall.
Johnson is trying to pull guard but Lawson has him pressed against the cage. Lawson is trying to pull guard but Johnson has him pressed against the cage. Johnson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#BC# Lawson 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2# Johnson moves into the clinch. Johnson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lawson smiles and moves away.
Randall Lawson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Derek Johnson. Johnson tries to clinch up. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lawson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Johnson tries to clinch but Lawson moves out of range. #CL2# Johnson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lawson , pushing him back against the cage. Lawson jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Johnson walks away with a smile on his face. Lawson gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Lawson shoots for a double leg takedown but Johnson sprawls well. He's pushed Lawson 's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Johnson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lawson paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T1# Lawson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Johnson fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL2# Johnson rushes Lawson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Johnson tries to pull guard but Lawson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC# Lawson breaks the clinch.
#CL2# Johnson moves into range and clinches up with Lawson .#TD2# Johnson successfully pulls guard.
Johnson trying to keep a closed guard but Lawson is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2# Johnson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lawson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2# Johnson looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Lawson passes into half guard.
Lawson trying to control the action but Johnson is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Johnson actively working from the bottom here.#T2##SUB2# Johnson looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Johnson is trying to maintain the position but Lawson is very close to passing his half guard. Johnson misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Johnson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2# Johnson looking for submissions off his back. Johnson wants to get back to full guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Johnson gets back to full guard.
#SUB2# Johnson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lawson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3# Lawson being controlled here momentarily. Johnson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2# Johnson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2# Lawson is posturing up here but Johnson has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Lawson tries to roll out but it's too tight and Lawson has to tap! Slick submission there by Johnson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Derek Johnson! Derek Johnson was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 24, 2018 |
#R1# Bubeyes fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD# Lawson closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Bubeyes 's guard. Bubeyes working a defensive guard here.
Lawson 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. Bubeyes working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2# Bubeyes is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lawson is aware though and is defending well. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lawson controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Bubeyes looking to control.
Lawson sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1##REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Bubeyes shoots in for a double leg but Lawson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Lawson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Bubeyes .#TD2# Bubeyes throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Lawson was covering up waiting for the punch and Bubeyes finishes the takedown easily into guard. Lawson controlling Bubeyes 's posture. Lawson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2# Bubeyes wants to pass the guard but Lawson is keeping the position. Lawson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB# Lawson looking for a guillotine here but Bubeyes defends easily.
Lawson wants to sweep here but Bubeyes controlling him for the moment. #T3# Bubeyes looking to sit in guard and control but Lawson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Lawson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bubeyes 's head. Lawson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Lawson is working Bubeyes over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Lawson preventing the sweep. Bubeyes is trying to keep Lawson in close.
Lawson looking to pass the guard. #T4# Bubeyes working a defensive guard here.
Lawson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Lawson landing some decent shots from guard. Lawson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Lawson seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bubeyes for as long as he can get away with. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randall Lawson dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Lawson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Lawson works over Bubeyes 's head and body with a nice combination.#ROC# Bubeyes is rocked!#TD# Lawson shoots and scores a devastating slam takedown! Bubeyes is unconscious as Lawson celebrates over his stricken foe!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Slam). Randall Lawson !
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 22, 2018 |
#R1##TD2# Lawson manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kostonopoulos on his heels. He'll look to pass Kostonopoulos's guard now, I'm sure. Kostonopoulos is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kostonopoulos knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lawson on the ground. Lawson wants to control from the top but Kostonopoulos keeps moving. Lawson is stalling in the full guard. #SU2# Lawson stands up and waves to Kostonopoulos to follow him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lawson fails to land the takedown. Kostonopoulos tries a low kick but Lawson avoids it. Despite the aggression on Lawson 's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T1# Lawson fails in his attempt to clinch. Kostonopoulos throws a leg kick that misses. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lawson is defended easily by Kostonopoulos.#TD2# Lawson throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kostonopoulos was covering up waiting for the punch and Lawson finishes the takedown easily into guard. Lawson showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Kostonopoulos is trying to keep Lawson in close.
#T2# Lawson scoring with punches to the head and body. Lawson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Lawson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kostonopoulos swivels though and keeps the full guard. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lawson 's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T3# Lawson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kostonopoulos swivels though and keeps the full guard. Lawson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Lawson moves in looking to clinch but Kostonopoulos pushes him off. Kostonopoulos jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Lawson blocks a head kick by Kostonopoulos.
Lawson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Elias Kostonopoulos has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Randall Lawson .#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#CL# Kostonopoulos gets a clinch. Lawson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lawson tries to pull guard but Kostonopoulos won't allow it.
Kostonopoulos stalling.
Lawson tries to pull guard but Kostonopoulos forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Kostonopoulos with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Lawson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kostonopoulos is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Lawson has Kostonopoulos pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kostonopoulos manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Lawson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kostonopoulos to keep the fight standing. Kostonopoulos avoiding damage.
Lawson wants to break the clinch but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Elias Kostonopoulos will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Lawson fails with the takedown. Lawson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kostonopoulos.
Kostonopoulos throws a head kick but Lawson moves out of range.
Lawson tries for a takedown but Kostonopoulos sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Kostonopoulos appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Lawson fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Elias Kostonopoulos has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Randall Lawson . Lawson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kostonopoulos tries to avoid it but Lawson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kostonopoulos to the ground. Kostonopoulos escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lawson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kostonopoulos swivels and escapes. A head kick misses from Kostonopoulos. Lawson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Kostonopoulos keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Kostonopoulos throws a quick counter kick to the body but Lawson avoids it.#T1# A clash of legs there as Lawson blocks the low kick. Kostonopoulos throws a leg kick but Lawson moved away. Lawson shoots in but Kostonopoulos avoids the takedown attempt easily. Lawson misses with a body shot.
Lawson shoots for a takedown but Kostonopoulos saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. It appears Kostonopoulos was looking to counter with a kick there. Kostonopoulos is looking to land body kicks. Lawson checks a low kick from Kostonopoulos. Lawson misses with a series of wild punches.
Kostonopoulos misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lawson looks for a takedown but Kostonopoulos sprawls well. A quick step to the side and Kostonopoulos tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T2# Lawson dives in and grabs Kostonopoulos's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kostonopoulos pushes down on Lawson 's head and hops out.#TD2# Lawson gets a takedown into half guard. Lawson is breathing heavily. Kostonopoulos tries to get to full guard but Lawson has control of the leg. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Lawson winds up and cracks Kostonopoulos with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Kostonopoulos trying to hold on to Lawson 's head to control him but Lawson postures up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lawson in particular looking to stall.#T3# Kostonopoulos tries to get to full guard but Lawson has control of the leg. #SUB2# Lawson is working for a kimura but Kostonopoulos is defending it quite comfortably.
Kostonopoulos on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Kostonopoulos tries to get out of the position. Lawson is controlling the pace.
#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Lawson wants to pass the guard but Kostonopoulos is defending well. Lawson is nestled in close to Kostonopoulos, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Lawson sitting and controlling from the half guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Kostonopoulos is refusing to be controlled, as Lawson sits in half guard. 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 Elias Kostonopoulos will probably get the nod. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Lawson shoots in looking for a takedown. Kostonopoulos tries to sprawl out of it but Lawson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kostonopoulos manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Lawson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Kostonopoulos half committed to a counter leg kick. Lawson walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kostonopoulos. Lawson fails in his attempt to clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lawson avoids a kick to the body.
Lawson is looking to land body kicks. Lawson checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lawson is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Kostonopoulos throws a head kick that misses. Randall Lawson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1# Lawson with a poor takedown and Kostonopoulos connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Elias Kostonopoulos has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Randall Lawson . Kostonopoulos throws a half hearted mid kick. Lawson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kostonopoulos pinned against the cage. Kostonopoulos gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Lawson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kostonopoulos as he jumps to the side. Kostonopoulos misses with a kick to the body.
Kostonopoulos is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lawson can do to turn this around? Kostonopoulos throws a leg kick but Lawson sees it coming and moves out of range. Kostonopoulos looks for the body kick but Lawson saw that one coming. Lawson shoots in but Kostonopoulos avoids the takedown attempt easily. Kostonopoulos appears to be looking for a big counter.#T2# Kostonopoulos tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Elias Kostonopoulos is winning the standup battle so far. Kostonopoulos shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Lawson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kostonopoulos tries to avoid it but Lawson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kostonopoulos to the ground. Kostonopoulos escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Kostonopoulos keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Kostonopoulos feinted there with a counter leg kick. Lawson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Kostonopoulos keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Kostonopoulos throws a leg kick but Lawson checks it. Lawson tries to clinch there but Kostonopoulos circles away.
A quick step to the side and Kostonopoulos tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Kostonopoulos fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Kostonopoulos stuffs the takedown attempt from Lawson . Lawson gets slowly back to his feet. #T3# Kostonopoulos checks a leg kick nicely. Kostonopoulos throws a leg kick but Lawson sees it coming and checks it nicely. Lawson cracks Kostonopoulos with a good jab. Lawson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kostonopoulos avoids it really well and circles away. Kostonopoulos attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Lawson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kostonopoulos defends well and Lawson ends up having to push Kostonopoulos into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Lawson shoots in for a takedown but Kostonopoulos shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Kostonopoulos looks to land a body kick but Lawson moved away. Lawson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T4##CL# Kostonopoulos has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lawson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kostonopoulos is defending well.#BC# Kostonopoulos breaks the clinch.
Kostonopoulos misses with a low kick. Kostonopoulos looks for the body kick but Lawson saw that one coming. Lawson dives in and grabs Kostonopoulos's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kostonopoulos pushes down on Lawson 's head and hops out. Kostonopoulos misses with a low kick. Lawson doesn't manage to clinch there - Kostonopoulos circles away.
Randall Lawson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Kostonopoulos throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Lawson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Randall Lawson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Kostonopoulos shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Lawson unleashes a big counter combination but Kostonopoulos bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
And that's the end of the fight! Elias Kostonopoulos showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kostonopoulos, 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight 30:27 Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 29:28 Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Elias Kostonopoulos!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 19, 2018 |
#R1# Lawson scoring well with a low kick there.
Fernando throws a one two combo.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lawson looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Fernando tries to bum rush Lawson with a series of wild strikes but Lawson uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Fernando misses with a looping right. Lawson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Lawson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fernando moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Lawson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Fernando swivels and escapes. Fernando misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#TD# Lawson looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Fernando! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Lawson wants to control but Fernando is keeping him busy. Fernando tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lawson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1# Lawson trying to control the action but Fernando is working from the bottom. #SUB# Lawson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Fernando knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Lawson advances to full mount. Fernando is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Lawson lands a couple of good shots and Fernando has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#SUB# Lawson is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Lawson is punishing Fernando with some ground and pound. Lawson landing with strikes. Lawson trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Fernando doesn't escape. Lawson punches the canvas rather than the man. Lawson doesn't have the hooks in and Fernando manages to turn into his guard.
#T3# Lawson trying to control the position.
Lawson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Fernando's guard. #REVR# Lawson throws a big elbow that misses. Fernando trying to keep a closed guard but Lawson is proving a slippery customer.
Lawson wants to control from the top but Fernando keeps moving. #SUB# Lawson is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Fernando is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Fernando has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB# Lawson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T4# Lawson tries to land a sweep but no joy. Fernando has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Lawson is proving hard to escape from. Fernando sitting in guard here, content to control. Lawson throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Lawson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Fernando manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Randall Lawson will probably get the nod. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2##TD# Lawson shoots in and gets a takedown into Fernando's guard. Lawson is standing up over Fernando. Fernando looks to escape but Lawson dives into side control.
#REVB# Fernando wants to control but Lawson postures up. Fernando is not content to let Lawson control the position. Fernando wants to get back to his feet but Lawson is dominant here and he's now got Fernando's back! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Fernando is keeping busy.
#SUB# Fernando is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Lawson gets his way!
#T1# Lawson is hanging on to Fernando's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB# Lawson has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Fernando has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB# Lawson working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. Lawson trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Fernando wants to escape the position.
#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. Lawson is looking to control Fernando but Fernando is wriggling around and keeping busy. #SUB# Lawson looking for the RNC. Lawson is not going to allow Fernando to sit and survive in this position. Fernando is trying to stand back up. Lawson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fernando can do to turn this around?#T3# Lawson landing with strikes. Fernando trying to control the position but Lawson manages to sink in the hooks. Lawson lands an elbow to the side of the head. Lawson is not going to allow Fernando to sit and survive in this position. Lawson lands a shot to the head. #T4##SUB# Lawson working for a choke but Fernando is defending well. Fernando is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB# Lawson working for the choke. Lawson trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Lawson keeps control of the position easily here as Fernando tries to buck him off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randall Lawson dominated that second round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3# Lawson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Fernando sprawls well. Fernando wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lawson gets slowly back to his feet. Lawson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Lawson moves out of range of the leg kick from Fernando.#TD# Lawson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Fernando is pressing down on Lawson 's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Lawson sitting in guard, not really doing much. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lawson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fernando is keeping the position for now. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1# Lawson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Fernando works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Fernando tries to land a sweep but no joy. Lawson wants to control from the top but Fernando keeps moving. Lawson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Fernando tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lawson swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD2# Fernando scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #T2# Lawson is trying to maintain the position but Fernando is very close to passing his half guard. Lawson wants to stand back up but Fernando manages to pass into side control.
Lawson tries to improve position but can't. Fernando wants to take a breather but Lawson manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Fernando. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lawson is on top in guard.
#REVR# The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Fernando is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T3# Lawson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Lawson trying to control the position from guard on top but Fernando is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Lawson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Fernando is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lawson is controlling him. Lawson won't allow Fernando to sweep him here. #T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2# Fernando looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Fernando takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Lawson trying to control but Fernando is working from the bottom. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB2# Fernando escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lawson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Fernando avoids the head kick by Lawson .
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Lawson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fernando manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Fernando is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lawson is defended easily by Fernando.
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 Randall Lawson . Well I reckon that's a shut out for Lawson , 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight 30:27 Judge David Hoff scores the fight 30:28 Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randall Lawson !
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 10, 2018 |
#R1# The fight stays on the outside here - Lawson looks like he's thinking about clinching though. And Sunchez tries to counter it with a takedown but Lawson pushes his down on his head and steps out. Sunchez swats away the attempt to clinch by Lawson .#TD# Lawson scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Lawson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Sunchez on the ground. Sunchez is staying active underneath Lawson , who seems content to just control the action from this position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sunchez manages to get to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Sunchez looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T1# Lawson controls from within his opponent's guard. Sunchez wants to stand but Lawson is controlling the position. It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup. Sunchez controlling Lawson 's posture. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Lawson looks to land a combination but Sunchez avoids it well. Sunchez is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Sunchez on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Sunchez keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Lawson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sunchez tries to avoid it but Lawson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sunchez to the ground. Sunchez escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Nice body punch from Lawson . #TD2# Sunchez manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Lawson on his heels. He'll look to pass Lawson 's guard now, I'm sure. Sunchez postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Sunchez scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Lawson can't keep his opponent in guard - Sunchez advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Lawson scores with a few weak punches. #T3##SUB2# Sunchez is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Sunchez is keen to just control but Lawson is a slippery customer. Sunchez slips a nice elbow through Lawson 's hands, connecting with Lawson 's forehead. Sunchez working Lawson over with strikes. 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. Sunchez connects with a nice short shot to Lawson 's temple. Sunchez is keen to just control but Lawson is a slippery customer. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Lawson is trying to maintain the position but Sunchez is very close to passing his half guard. Sunchez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Sunchez looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB# Lawson looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Sunchez winds up and cracks Lawson with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T4# Lawson is trying to control but can't.
Sunchez landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Lawson is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Sunchez scores with a couple of nice shots. Sunchez working over Lawson with some ground and pound. Lawson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Lawson has hold of Sunchez's hands but Sunchez slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Nice strikes from Sunchez there. Lawson is looking to improve his position.
Sunchez lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Sunchez lands with a punch from half guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Sunchez scores with a couple of good hammerfists. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alex Sunchez dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2##CL# Lawson moves into the clinch successfully.
Lawson taking a breather. Lawson tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Lawson tries to pull guard but Sunchez won't allow it.
Lawson is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC# Lawson breaks from the clinch.
Lawson wants to clinch up but Sunchez keeps it at a distance. Sunchez changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lawson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sunchez sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lawson somewhat. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Randall Lawson . That's going to take a lot out of him. Lawson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T1# Lawson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sunchez as he jumps to the side. Lawson looks to score with a jab to the body but Sunchez is just out of range. Lawson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sunchez.
Sunchez drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Lawson defends it well.#TD2# Sunchez feints and as Lawson raises his hands in defense, Sunchez changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Sunchez postures up and lands a big shot to Lawson 's brow. Alex Sunchez has got the better of the ground game so far. Sunchez works over Lawson with some ground and pound from guard. Sunchez trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Lawson trying to control the position.
#T2# Sunchez is looking to stand up but Lawson won't let him. Sunchez postures up and lands a big shot to Lawson 's brow. Sunchez scoring with some ground and pound. Sunchez with a nice head shot there. Lawson has a closed guard, preventing Sunchez from standing up. Sunchez with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#ROC2# Lawson is rocked! Sunchez passes into half guard. Oh Lawson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Lawson wants to control but Sunchez is keeping busy.
Sunchez not doing much here.
Sunchez is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Lawson is hurt! He's hurt bad - Sunchez fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Lawson from any more punishment! Congratulations to Sunchez! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alex Sunchez!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 06, 2018 |
#R1##CL# Lawson forces Anderson back against the cage and clinches. Anderson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Lawson is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Anderson is keeping busy. Anderson is struggling to control the position. Lawson is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD# Lawson jumps guard.
Anderson trying to control but Lawson is working from the bottom. Lawson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Anderson forces his way into half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Anderson content to control rather than advance. #T1# The fighters are battling for position here. Lawson manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Anderson prevents Lawson from getting back to his feet. Anderson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Anderson trying to control but Lawson is working from the bottom. Lawson looking for a sweep. Not yet Lawson , not yet. Lawson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Anderson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Lawson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Anderson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lawson is keeping the position for now. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up. Anderson with a flurry of punches that miss. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Anderson has his takedown stuffed enabling Lawson to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2# Anderson has Lawson up against the cage in a clinch.
Lawson is trying to force a seperation but Anderson has the dominant position. Lawson avoiding damage as Anderson throws knees to the body.
#BC# Lawson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3##CL# Lawson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Anderson, pushing him back against the cage. Anderson stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#TD2# Anderson gets control of Lawson 's arms and successfully pulls guard. Anderson will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. Lawson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2# Anderson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lawson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lawson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Lawson tries to free his leg and advance position but Anderson is retaining full guard. Lawson with a nice head shot there.#SU# Lawson decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Anderson, up you get! #CL2# Anderson gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T4# Anderson can't get the takedown.
Randall Lawson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zack Anderson.#TD# Lawson manages to pull guard.
Anderson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Anderson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Anderson is pushing down on Lawson 's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lawson is fighting to maintain full guard but Anderson has managed to sneak the leg through. Lawson manages to get to full guard.
Lawson wants to sweep here but Anderson controlling him for the moment. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Randall Lawson will probably get the nod. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Anderson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Anderson throws a leg kick but Lawson sees it coming and moves out of range. Lawson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Anderson circles away quickly and effectively.#TD2# Anderson shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Anderson was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Lawson is trying to improve his position. Lawson struggling a bit here. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lawson tries to buck Anderson off but Anderson is having none of it. Anderson throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #T1# Anderson advances to full mount. Zack Anderson has got the better of the ground game so far. Lawson is trying to escape the mount.
Lawson is working hard here to advance position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Anderson controlling the pace for now. Lawson working to try and regain half guard.
Lawson just holding on.#T2# Anderson controlling the pace for now. Lawson is desperately trying to improve his position but Anderson has a good base and remains in mount. Anderson looking to control and managing it successfully. Anderson avoids the attempt from Lawson to control. Anderson has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Lawson 's face.
Anderson unloads with some shots from mount but Lawson bucks and avoids them well.
#T3# Lawson squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
#SUB2# Anderson is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Lawson to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Lawson shrugs it off. Anderson avoids the attempt from Lawson to control. A nice elbow there by Anderson. Anderson controlling his opponent. Anderson prevents Lawson from getting the reversal. Anderson looking to control but Lawson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4# Lawson takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position. Lawson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Anderson sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it! Anderson wants to control the pace but Lawson is squirming around nicely. Lawson is trying to escape the mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Anderson tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zack Anderson 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##TD# Lawson drives through with a takedown into Anderson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Lawson trying to control the position from guard on top but Anderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Anderson working for a triangle but Lawson defends it easily.
Anderson looking to control but Lawson passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Anderson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lawson pulls his head out easily. #T1# Anderson is trying to get back to full guard. Lawson is thwarting Anderson's attempts to control the position. Lawson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB# Lawson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Anderson sees it coming and defends easily. Lawson trying to mount his opponent but Anderson defends it. Anderson trying to control but Lawson postures up.
#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. Lawson seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Lawson has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Anderson takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#CUT# It looks like Zack Anderson has been cut. Anderson is in a horrible position here. Lawson smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Lawson looking to control but Anderson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3# Anderson wants to control but Lawson is having none of it. Lawson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Anderson on the ground. Anderson tries to reverse the position but Lawson maintains control. Anderson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB# Lawson jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Anderson manages to avoid the submission attempt. Anderson gets back to half guard.#T4# Anderson manages to get to full guard.
Anderson keeping moving, preventing Lawson from controlling successfully. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Lawson sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that's the end of the fight! Randall Lawson showed his dominance in that final round. I think Lawson 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 Winston Alpacca scores the fight 29:28 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29 Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Zack Anderson! A very excited looking Zack Anderson rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
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Date: May 04, 2018 |
#R1# Jules tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lawson defends well and Jules ends up having to push Lawson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Lawson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Jules but Jules pushes him off and we're back to square one. Lawson misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Jules counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2# Jules rushes Lawson and presses him up against the cage.#BC# Lawson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jules bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lawson 's head backwards. Jules tries to land a front kick but Lawson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Lawson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#TD# Lawson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Jules napping and manages to drive through into side control! 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. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Jules striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Lawson tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Jules is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T1# Lawson wants to control but Jules is keeping him busy. Jules tries to bench press Lawson off him but Lawson keeps the position. #SU# Lawson decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD2# Lawson tries to sprawl but Jules drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES# Lawson kicks off Jules and gets to his feet. #T2##TD# Lawson shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Lawson was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Jules is pushing Lawson 's head away, looking to escape. Lawson manages to hold on to the position though. Jules tries to improve position but can't. Lawson 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 Jules's shoulder. That is not cool. Jules is trying to control Lawson 's posture but Lawson avoids it. Jules is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Lawson 's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Jules won't allow Lawson to pass to mount. #T3# Lawson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Lawson is nestled in close to Jules, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Lawson is keen to just control but Jules is a slippery customer. Lawson sitting and controlling from the half guard. #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. Jules tries to roll over but Lawson keeps him under control.#ES2# Jules manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Lawson keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. Lawson prevents the takedown attempt.
Lawson slowing the pace effectively. Lawson jumps guard but Jules stands there with Lawson around his waist. Lawson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Jules is trying to pull guard but Lawson has him pressed against the cage. Randall Lawson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Woody Jules.#TD2# Jules pulls guard. Lawson wants to stand but Jules has a closed guard, so he can't escape. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Woody Jules will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Lawson misses with a takedown attempt - Jules sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. A lazy body kick from Lawson #CL2# and Jules moves into the clinch.#TD2# Jules jumps into guard, dragging Lawson to the mat.
Randall Lawson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Lawson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Lawson pushing down on Jules's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB# Lawson is trying to work for a kimura but Jules is defending well.
Lawson wants to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lawson is thwarting Jules's attempts to control the position.#T1# Jules avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Lawson . Jules moves into full guard.
Lawson sitting in guard here, content to control. Jules thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. Jules wants to sweep here but Lawson controlling him for the moment. #T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Lawson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Jules's head. Jules will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Lawson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Lawson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jules swivels and escapes. Jules avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lawson misses with a takedown and Jules counters with a one-two to the body. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Randall Lawson . That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2# Jules gets a double leg takedown into Lawson 's guard. Jules works a leg free and moves into half guard. Lawson is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T3# Jules passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Lawson ! Lawson tries to hold on but Jules pushes him away. Jules trying to control but he's not successful this time. Jules content just to control the position here. #T4# Jules tries to control but Lawson wriggling away. Lawson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SU2# Jules is standing up, even though he is in mount. #TD2# Jules looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES# Lawson has one foot on Jules's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Woody Jules showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Jules tries to clinch up but Lawson circles away and keeps his distance.#TD2# Jules drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Lawson dodges the ground and pound from Jules. Lawson is looking to regain half guard here but Jules keeps moving and retains side control. Lawson keeping his opponent close. Jules trying to control the action but Lawson is working from the bottom. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lawson tries to buck Jules off but Jules is having none of it.#T1# Lawson wants to control but Jules postures up. Jules wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lawson keeps working. Jules might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Lawson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. Jules tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Lawson throws a body kick that misses. Randall Lawson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Both fighters circling a little - Jules finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Jules is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lawson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. A counter left hand to the body from Lawson misses its target.#CL# Lawson has Jules up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC# Lawson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Lawson steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Jules. That one must have hurt. Jules circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jules throws a big counter head kick but Lawson avoids it with no problem. Lawson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Jules thows a body kick. Lawson tries to catch it but that hurt him. Jules darts in looking for a takedown but Lawson gets double underhooks and turns Jules into the cage. #T3# Lawson shoots in looking for a takedown but Jules manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lawson 's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lawson . Jules changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD# Lawson shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Lawson was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Both fighters are breathing heavily. Jules tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lawson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SU# Lawson stands up. Lawson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lawson is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Jules.#TD# Lawson closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB# Lawson seems to be working for a kimura but Jules defends the submission attempt.#T4# Jules is looking to control Lawson 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Jules avoid being mounted?#ES2# Jules has one foot on Lawson 's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Lawson misses with a low kick.
Jules shoots and misses and Lawson counters with a stiff right hand. Randall Lawson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Woody Jules.#CL# Lawson instigates a clinch. #BC2# Jules breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Randall Lawson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Woody Jules is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#TD2# Jules closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
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 Randall Lawson . I think Jules 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 Peter Branson scores the fight 29:30 Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 29:28 Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 02, 2018 |
#R1##TD2# Lawson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Costa tries to buck Lawson off but Lawson is having none of it. Costa regains half guard. Lawson not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB# Costa looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Lawson trying to control the pace. #SUB2# Lawson seems to be working for a kimura but Costa defends the submission attempt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Costa is trying to get back to full guard.#T1# Costa won't allow Lawson to pass to mount. #SUB# Costa looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Lawson is thwarting Costa 's attempts to control the position. Lawson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. Costa wants to get back to full guard. Lawson is keen to just control but Costa is a slippery customer.#SUB# Costa looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB# Costa actively working from the bottom here. Costa is trying to get back to full guard.#T2# Costa manages to get to full guard.
Lawson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB# Costa looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Costa controls Lawson momentarily but Lawson frees himself. #SUB# Costa pushes a forearm under Lawson 's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Lawson is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Borrachinha Costa !
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 30, 2018 |
#R1# Dante slaps away a takedown attempt from Lawson , before circling back to the center of the mat. Dante tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Dante swats away the attempt to clinch by Lawson . Dante drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Lawson defends it well. Dante attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Lawson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Lawson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dante.
Lawson throws a push kick but Dante slaps the foot to one side. Dante is looking to land body kicks. Lawson shoots in and drives through. Dante sprawls well. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Randall Lawson . 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.#CL2# Dante closes the distance and clinches. Lawson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dante is defending well for now. Lawson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dante smiles and moves away.
#CL2# Dante gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T1# Dante is trying to break the clinch but Lawson has him pressed against the cage. Lawson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Dante's efforts to push away. A frustrated look appears on Dante's face as he tries to break the clinch. Lawson wants to stall.
Dante prevents the takedown attempt.
Lawson is trying to break the clinch but Dante is controlling him. Dante blocks a body shot from Lawson . Lawson tries to pull guard but Dante forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Lawson working hard to break the clinch.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Dante blocks the elbow strike.
Lawson wants to get back to striking at distance but Dante won't allow it.
#BC# Lawson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2# Dante moves into the clinch successfully.
Dante wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lawson has him pressed against the cage. Lawson goes for a takedown attempt but Dante pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Lawson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dante throws a series of punches but Lawson avoids them all with ease. Bruce Dante is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Dante pivots, looking for a leg kick but Lawson is out of range and Dante settles back down. Dante connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Dante lands a nice shot to the body.
Dante moves into range and connects with a jab. #T3# Lawson on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CL2# Dante clinches. Lawson is trying to pull guard but Dante turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Dante wants to get back to striking at distance but Lawson won't allow it.
Lawson keeps control of Dante as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Lawson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Dante tries to score a body lock takedown but Lawson shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Lawson has had enough of the clinch but Dante keeps him there for the moment. A frustrated look appears on Lawson 's face as he tries to break the clinch. Lawson fails to pull guard.
Dante wants to get back to striking at distance but Lawson won't allow it.
#T4# Both guys are working to get underhooks. Dante is trying to break free. Lawson has Dante pressed against the cage, preventing Dante from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC# Lawson manages to break the clinch.
Bruce Dante seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Dante fails to land with a series of punches.
#CL2# Dante clinches with his opponent.
Lawson throws a punch but it's blocked by Dante. Lawson goes for a takedown attempt but Dante pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Dante scores with the left hand. Lawson knows he should have avoided that one. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2# Dante closes the distance and clinches. Lawson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bruce Dante dominated that round. That's time! Lawson 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Dante swats away the attempt to clinch by Lawson . Dante lands a jab. Dante throws a leg kick but Lawson moved away. Lawson throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Lawson shoots in but no luck this time. Lawson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Lawson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Dante connects with a looping right hand.
Lawson ducks into an uppercut from Dante and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bruce Dante! In his post fight interview, Bruce Dante 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 28, 2018 |
#R1# Break takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. A swing and a miss from Lawson .#CL2# Break gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Lawson is trying to force a seperation but Break has the dominant position. Lawson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Break has Lawson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Lawson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Lawson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Break prevents it.
Lawson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Break after a bit of a struggle. Break is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD2# Break pulls guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Break is trying to hold Lawson in close to prevent damage but Lawson has managed to pass into half guard.
Break is looking for a sweep. Lawson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Lawson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T1# Lawson not doing much here.
Lawson seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Break for as long as he can get away with.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Lawson prevents Break from improving his position. Lawson trying to mount his opponent but Break defends it. #SU# Lawson decides to stand and escape the position. #CL2# Break closes the distance and pushes Lawson back into the cage.#T3# Break is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lawson to keep the fight standing. Randall Lawson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Break. Lawson prevents a takedown attempt there.
#BC2# Break breaks from the clinch.
#TD# Lawson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Break manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Lawson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Lawson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Break is keeping the position for now. Lawson sitting in guard here, content to control. Lawson advances position into side control!#T4# Lawson takes a little break here. Break wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well. Break is looking for a sweep.#SU# Lawson decides to stand up, so the ref orders Break to his feet. #CL2# Break closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Break is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Lawson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Break looks winded! Lawson has Break pushed against the cage. Break tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lawson smiles and moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randall Lawson dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Lawson looks to score with a jab to the body but Break is just out of range. Randall Lawson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2# Lawson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Lawson is trying to keep Break in close.
Lawson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Break controls the pace. Lawson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Break's guard. #REVR# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lawson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB# Lawson 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. Lawson is stalling in the full guard. #T1# Break keeping moving, preventing Lawson from controlling successfully. Lawson is stalling in the full guard. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Lawson scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Lawson landing some decent shots from guard. Lawson sitting in guard here, content to control. Lawson wants to control from the top but Break keeps moving. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. Lawson is really struggling to control Break but he's trying to hold on to the position.#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3##TD# Lawson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Break wants to control but Lawson is keeping busy and won't allow it. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lawson in particular looking to stall. Lawson continues to stall. Lawson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Lawson is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #T4# Lawson controlling his opponent. Lawson in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Lawson in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Lawson is landing with some decent strikes but Break is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue. Lawson lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Lawson controlling the pace for now. Lawson working the ground and pound effectively.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randall Lawson dominated that second round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round! #R3# Break avoids the head kick by Lawson .
Lawson has his takedown stuffed#CL2# and Break holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Break is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD2# Break has hold of one of Lawson 's legs. Lawson is fighting the takedown attempt but Break gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#SUB# Lawson looking for subs off his back but Break has passed one foot through into half guard.
Randall Lawson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Lawson keeping hold of Break's head, controlling as best he can. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Lawson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1# Lawson is looking for a sweep. Break is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Break with the ground and pound but Lawson uses the opportunity to regain guard. Lawson controls Break momentarily but Break frees himself. Lawson tries to land a sweep but no joy. Lawson has control of Break's left arm, preventing Break from doing any damage. Lawson looking to control.
#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Break stopping the sweep attempt from Lawson . Lawson wants to stand but Break is controlling the position. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Lawson is looking to clinch but Break is avoiding it.
Lawson tries to bum rush Break with a series of wild strikes but Break uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL2# Break closes the distance and clinches. Break stalling against the cage.
Break unloads a knee to the mid-section.#TD2# Break decides to pull guard. Lawson forces his way into half guard. Lawson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T3##SU# Lawson stands up and beckons Break to join him on the feet. #TD# Lawson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Break manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Break takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Lawson sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2# Break looking for a guillotine here but Lawson defends easily.
Lawson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Break can do to turn this around?#T4# Lawson stays in close to Break's body and controls the position.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Paul Break. I think Lawson 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 Bart Greer scores the fight 29:28 Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 29:28 Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randall Lawson !
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