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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 05, 2018 |
#R1# Sitsongpeenong tries to score a power double leg takedown but Yurk sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sitsongpeenong somewhat. Yurk throws a counter combo. Yurk tries for a takedown but Sitsongpeenong sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Sitsongpeenong lands a nice looking body kick. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Yurk crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Sitsongpeenong - the referee stops the clock and Yurk gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Sitsongpeenong. Yurk manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Sitsongpeenong has a takedown stuffed. Yurk thows a body kick. Sitsongpeenong tries to catch it but that hurt him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sitsongpeenong moves in looking to clinch but Yurk pushes him off. Sitsongpeenong lets loose with a powerful body kick. Yurk will feel that in the morning. Sitsongpeenong closes the distance and clinches up with Yurk, looking for a takedown. Sitsongpeenong pushes Yurk against the cage but Yurk circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong. That's going to take a lot out of him. Yurk fails with the takedown.#T1# Sitsongpeenong shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Yurk defends it nicely. Yurk changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Sitsongpeenong lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Yurk circles away quickly and effectively. Sitsongpeenong fails with the takedown and Yurk counters with a stiff right hand. #CL# Yurk gets tackled into the cage by Sitsongpeenong. Sitsongpeenong maintains the clinch. Sitsongpeenong pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#BC# Sitsongpeenong manages to break the clinch.
Yurk shoots in looking for a takedown but Sitsongpeenong manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Yurk's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Yurk uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sitsongpeenong.
Sitsongpeenong circles away from the clinch attempt.
#T2##CL2# Yurk moves into the clinch. Yurk is trying to break free. Yurk tries to circle away but Sitsongpeenong has him pinned against the cage. Yurk is working for takedown but Sitsongpeenong is calmly controlling the position for now. Yurk misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongpeenong with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Yurk tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Sitsongpeenong gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Yurk.
Yurk jumps guard but Sitsongpeenong stands there with Yurk around his waist. Yurk gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Yurk looks winded!#BC# Sitsongpeenong breaks the clinch.
#T3# Sitsongpeenong leaves Yurk with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Yurk. Yurk fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Sitsongpeenong was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Yurk moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #TD# Sitsongpeenong closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Yurk quickly recovers to half guard. Sitsongpeenong controlling the action here. Yurk keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T4##SUB# Sitsongpeenong is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Yurk defends it well. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Sitsongpeenong is looking to take a break and control but Yurk is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Sitsongpeenong missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Yurk blocking the ground and pound attempt from Sitsongpeenong. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Yurk gets back to full guard.
Sitsongpeenong stopping the sweep attempt from Yurk. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Yurk defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sitsongpeenong.#TD# Sitsongpeenong throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Yurk was covering up waiting for the punch and Sitsongpeenong finishes the takedown easily into guard. Sitsongpeenong is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Yurk can do to turn this around? Yurk is trying to keep Sitsongpeenong in close.
Sitsongpeenong wants to control from the top but Yurk keeps moving. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Yurk is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sitsongpeenong controlling from the top position. #T1##SUB2# Sitsongpeenong avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Yurk wants to sweep but no luck. Yurk can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sitsongpeenong controls the pace. Sitsongpeenong trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2# Yurk forces Sitsongpeenong back against the cage and clinches. Sitsongpeenong tries to break the clinch but Yurk is controlling the position. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#BC# Sitsongpeenong manages to break the clinch.
Sitsongpeenong lands a head kick!
Sitsongpeenong with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2# and Yurk moves into the clinch. Sitsongpeenong looking for a takedown. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong. That's going to take a lot out of him. Yurk is trying to pull guard but Sitsongpeenong turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Yurk with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Yurk is pushing Sitsongpeenong up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. Yurk prevents the takedown attempt.
Yurk fails to pull guard.
Sitsongpeenong jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Yurk walks away with a smile on his face. Sitsongpeenong gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T3# Yurk keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
As Sitsongpeenong backs off Yurk throws a huge counter combo but Sitsongpeenong manages to avoid it all. Yurk shoots for a double leg takedown but Sitsongpeenong sprawls well. He's pushed Yurk's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Sitsongpeenong lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. Yurk shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Sitsongpeenong counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Yurk is lucky that one didn't land flush. Yurk is breathing heavily. Sitsongpeenong tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Yurk swivels and escapes. Yurk throws a quick inside leg kick. Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong is winning the standup battle so far. Yurk throws a head kick but Sitsongpeenong moves out of range.
Sitsongpeenong rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Yurk moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Yurk throws out a counter right but Sitsongpeenong avoids it with no problem. A good leg kick by Sitsongpeenong. Sitsongpeenong tries to close the distance and clinch up but Yurk swats him away and circles back towards the center. Sitsongpeenong tries a head kick but it misses.
Yurk throws a right and a left that Sitsongpeenong avoids nicely. #T4##CL# Sitsongpeenong closes the distance and pushes Yurk back into the cage. Yurk is defending well against a takedown attempt. Yurk is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sitsongpeenong gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD# Sitsongpeenong jumps guard and drags Yurk to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Yurk trying to control the position from guard on top but Sitsongpeenong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Sitsongpeenong has control of Yurk's left arm, preventing Yurk from doing any damage. Yurk is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Yurk stopping the sweep attempt from Sitsongpeenong. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong 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# Nice sprawl there from Yurk as Sitsongpeenong shoots in. Yurk swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Yurk looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sitsongpeenong is fending him off so far but Yurk persists. Nope, Sitsongpeenong circles away and we're back to standing. Yurk shoots for a takedown but Sitsongpeenong saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD2# Yurk gets a double leg takedown into Sitsongpeenong's guard. Sitsongpeenong trying to control the position.
Yurk won't allow Sitsongpeenong to sweep him here. Yurk trying to stand up but can't free himself from Sitsongpeenong's guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Yurk wants to stand and escape but instead Sitsongpeenong has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR# Sitsongpeenong is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1# Sitsongpeenong wants to pass the guard but Yurk is keeping the position. Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Sitsongpeenong sitting in guard here, content to control. Sitsongpeenong has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Yurk is trying to keep Sitsongpeenong in close.
Sitsongpeenong trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #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. Yurk working a defensive guard here.
Yurk pulls Sitsongpeenong in close to prevent any damage. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL# Sitsongpeenong has Yurk up against the cage in a clinch.
Yurk trying to control the position but instead, Sitsongpeenong has worked for underhooks and has pushed Yurk into the cage. Yurk is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sitsongpeenong pulls him back up using the underhooks. Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maykol Yurk.#T3# Sitsongpeenong has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Yurk after a bit of a struggle. Yurk tries to break free but Sitsongpeenong pushes him back against the cage.#TD2# Yurk pulls guard. Sitsongpeenong is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Yurk has a closed guard, preventing Sitsongpeenong from standing up. Sitsongpeenong trying to control but Yurk is working from the bottom. Yurk seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Sitsongpeenong is looking to stand up but Yurk won't let him. Yurk preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Sitsongpeenong throwing strikes from guard but Yurk blocks nicely. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Yurk stuffs the takedown attempt from Sitsongpeenong. Sitsongpeenong gets slowly back to his feet. Yurk tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Sitsongpeenong tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Yurk swivels and escapes. Sitsongpeenong shoots in looking for a takedown. Yurk tries to sprawl out of it but Sitsongpeenong keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Yurk manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Maykol Yurk has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD# Sitsongpeenong shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
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 Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong. Well Sitsongpeenong 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 Peter Branson scores the fight 30:27 Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 30:27 Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 03, 2018 |
#R1# Sitsongpeenong tries to score a power double leg takedown but Abdulrakhman sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sitsongpeenong somewhat.#CL# Sitsongpeenong tries to keep at a distance but Abdulrakhman has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD# Abdulrakhman gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Sitsongpeenong trying to control here.
Abdulrakhman looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sitsongpeenong is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Abdulrakhman knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Sitsongpeenong on the ground. Sitsongpeenong is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T1# Sitsongpeenong is trying to stand up here but Abdulrakhman is controlling him well. Abdulrakhman controlling the action here. Sitsongpeenong blocking the ground and pound attempt from Abdulrakhman. Abdulrakhman is trying to control the action in half guard but Sitsongpeenong is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Abdulrakhman controlling the pace. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD# Abdulrakhman closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Sitsongpeenong to the mat! Sitsongpeenong manages to get full guard. #T2# Sitsongpeenong doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Sitsongpeenong is looking to sweep but instead, Abdulrakhman has passed into half guard.
Sitsongpeenong is trying to stand.
Sitsongpeenong wants to improve his position but Abdulrakhman is controlling well.
Abdulrakhman takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Sitsongpeenong is looking for a sweep. Abdulrakhman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB# Abdulrakhman is working for a kimura but Sitsongpeenong is defending it quite comfortably.
Abdulrakhman trying to control the pace. #T3# Abdulrakhman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Abdulrakhman tries to stand and escape but Sitsongpeenong is controlling the position. Sitsongpeenong tries to roll over but Abdulrakhman keeps him under control. Sitsongpeenong tries to kick Abdulrakhman off but Abdulrakhman keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Sitsongpeenong wants to get back to full guard.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Abdulrakhman shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sitsongpeenong pinned against the cage. Sitsongpeenong gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #TD# Abdulrakhman closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Sitsongpeenong to the mat! Sitsongpeenong manages to get full guard. Abdulrakhman has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2# Sitsongpeenong working for a triangle but Abdulrakhman defends it easily.
Abdulrakhman is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Sitsongpeenong looking to sweep here. No luck so far. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ali Zayed Abdulrakhman dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Sitsongpeenong closes the distance and clinches up with Abdulrakhman, looking for a takedown. Sitsongpeenong pushes Abdulrakhman against the cage but Abdulrakhman circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Sitsongpeenong dives in for a single leg takedown but Abdulrakhman sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Abdulrakhman shoots for a takedown but Sitsongpeenong saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Abdulrakhman has been working on his balance at , so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Sitsongpeenong. Sitsongpeenong fails with the takedown. Ali Zayed Abdulrakhman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong.#TD# Abdulrakhman shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Sitsongpeenong is trying to defend but Abdulrakhman finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Sitsongpeenong is trying to stand back up but Abdulrakhman is controlling him
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Abdulrakhman looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Sitsongpeenong on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T1# Sitsongpeenong is looking to control Abdulrakhman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sitsongpeenong avoid being mounted?#SUB# Abdulrakhman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sitsongpeenong is just riding it out for now. Abdulrakhman eventually gives up the hold. Sitsongpeenong wants to get back to full guard. Abdulrakhman perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Sitsongpeenong pushes Abdulrakhman off looking to stand but Abdulrakhman dives back in and keeps control.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Sitsongpeenong is trying to maintain the position but Abdulrakhman is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Nice sprawl there from Abdulrakhman as Sitsongpeenong shoots in.#TD# Abdulrakhman drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Abdulrakhman trying to control the action but Sitsongpeenong is working from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Abdulrakhman working away. Abdulrakhman tries to stand but Sitsongpeenong is controlling his head. #SU# Abdulrakhman decides to stand back up. #T3# Abdulrakhman throws a body kick, spinning off balance and Sitsongpeenong counters with a thumping low kick. #CL# Abdulrakhman has managed to clinch.
Abdulrakhman prevents Sitsongpeenong from breaking the clinch. Sitsongpeenong is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Abdulrakhman pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD# Abdulrakhman lands a takedown into guard.
Sitsongpeenong can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Abdulrakhman controls the pace. Abdulrakhman trying to control the position from guard on top but Sitsongpeenong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4# Abdulrakhman content to stall in guard here. Sitsongpeenong is trying to control the position but Abdulrakhman postures up. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Sitsongpeenong is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Abdulrakhman is aware though and is defending well. Sitsongpeenong not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#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.
Ali Zayed Abdulrakhman dominated that second round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Sitsongpeenong shoots for a takedown but Abdulrakhman saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL# Abdulrakhman has taken the fight to the clinch.
Abdulrakhman gets underhooks to prevent Sitsongpeenong's takedown attempt.
Abdulrakhman has Sitsongpeenong pressed against the cage, preventing Sitsongpeenong from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#TD2# Sitsongpeenong pulls guard effortlessly. Abdulrakhman tries to stand but Sitsongpeenong is controlling from the bottom. Sitsongpeenong is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Abdulrakhman controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB# Abdulrakhman drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sitsongpeenong manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Abdulrakhman has Sitsongpeenong in his guard.#REVB##T1# Sitsongpeenong stopping the sweep attempt from Abdulrakhman.#SUB# Abdulrakhman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Sitsongpeenong trying to stand up but can't free himself from Abdulrakhman's guard. Abdulrakhman wants to stand up but Sitsongpeenong is controlling him. #T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Sitsongpeenong trying to control but Abdulrakhman is working from the bottom. Sitsongpeenong throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD# Abdulrakhman scores with a takedown into Sitsongpeenong's guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Abdulrakhman controlling from the top position. #T3# Abdulrakhman looking to pass the guard. Abdulrakhman showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2# Sitsongpeenong is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Abdulrakhman defends well. Abdulrakhman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sitsongpeenong can do to turn this around? Abdulrakhman controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet. Abdulrakhman trying to control the position from guard on top but Sitsongpeenong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Sitsongpeenong tries to clinch but Abdulrakhman moves out of range. #TD# Abdulrakhman closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Sitsongpeenong quickly recovers to half guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Sitsongpeenong moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Sitsongpeenong can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Abdulrakhman controls the pace.
And that's the end of the fight! Ali Zayed Abdulrakhman showed his dominance in that final round. Well Abdulrakhman 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 Sandra Marshall scores the fight 30:27 Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 30:27 Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ali Zayed Abdulrakhman!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 27, 2018 |
#R1##TD# Davidsdottir shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Sitsongpeenong's guard. Sitsongpeenong is trying to control the position but Davidsdottir postures up. Davidsdottir not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Davidsdottir won't allow Sitsongpeenong to sweep him here. Sitsongpeenong looking to control.
Sitsongpeenong wants to sweep here but Davidsdottir controlling him for the moment. Sitsongpeenong wants to stand up but Davidsdottir is controlling him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sitsongpeenong has a closed guard, preventing Davidsdottir from standing up. Davidsdottir looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T1# Sitsongpeenong goes for a double leg but Davidsdottir avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Davidsdottir continues to drive forward. Sitsongpeenong shoots in but no luck this time. Sitsongpeenong leaves Davidsdottir with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Davidsdottir misses with a body kick. Davidsdottir fails with a takedown attempt. Sitsongpeenong shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Davidsdottir sprawls well. Davidsdottir wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sitsongpeenong gets slowly back to his feet. Brynjolfur Davidsdottir has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong. Sitsongpeenong looks winded!#CL# Davidsdottir rushes Sitsongpeenong and presses him up against the cage.#T2# Davidsdottir has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sitsongpeenong is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Sitsongpeenong wants to break the clinch but can't.
#TD2# Sitsongpeenong pulls guard successfully.
Davidsdottir engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Davidsdottir is pushing down on Sitsongpeenong's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sitsongpeenong is fighting to maintain full guard but Davidsdottir has managed to sneak the leg through. Davidsdottir controlling the pace. Sitsongpeenong tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. Sitsongpeenong trying to control here.
#T3# Davidsdottir landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Sitsongpeenong has hold of Davidsdottir's hands but Davidsdottir slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2# Sitsongpeenong with the active half guard here but Davidsdottir passes nicely into side control. Davidsdottir in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. Davidsdottir is staying tight to Sitsongpeenong's torso, preventing him from escaping. Sitsongpeenong is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4# Davidsdottir tries to stand but Sitsongpeenong is controlling his head. #SUB# Davidsdottir is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sitsongpeenong is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Davidsdottir working the ground and pound.#SUB# Davidsdottir thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Davidsdottir controls the position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brynjolfur Davidsdottir 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# Sitsongpeenong wants to clinch. Horrible takedown attempt by Sitsongpeenong or perhaps it was just good defense by Davidsdottir, which made it look bad. Brynjolfur Davidsdottir is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Davidsdottir slaps away a takedown attempt from Sitsongpeenong, before circling back to the center of the mat. Davidsdottir stuffs the takedown attempt from Sitsongpeenong. Sitsongpeenong gets slowly back to his feet. Brynjolfur Davidsdottir has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong. Davidsdottir closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sitsongpeenong circles away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL# Davidsdottir clinches. Sitsongpeenong is looking for a takedown. Davidsdottir gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Sitsongpeenong.
#TD# Davidsdottir is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Sitsongpeenong can't fight it off and eventually Davidsdottir manages to take the fight to the floor. Sitsongpeenong looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Sitsongpeenong really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Davidsdottir. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Sitsongpeenong is breathing heavily.#T1# Davidsdottir with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Davidsdottir trying to control the position from guard on top but Sitsongpeenong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Davidsdottir has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Sitsongpeenong is proving hard to escape from. Davidsdottir looking to control the position here, rather than advance. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Sitsongpeenong controls Davidsdottir momentarily but Davidsdottir frees himself. Sitsongpeenong being controlled here, momentarily. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet. Davidsdottir'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.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##TD# Davidsdottir closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Davidsdottir trying to control the action but Sitsongpeenong is working from the bottom. Sitsongpeenong can't do much from the bottom here. Davidsdottir is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sitsongpeenong can do to turn this around? Sitsongpeenong is trying to escape the position but Davidsdottir is controlling the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Sitsongpeenong wants to control but Davidsdottir postures up. Davidsdottir works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#T4# Davidsdottir is working Sitsongpeenong over with some ground and pound from side control. Davidsdottir scoring with punches and elbows. Davidsdottir controlling the position. Davidsdottir is looking to take a break and control but Sitsongpeenong is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Davidsdottir working away. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Sitsongpeenong is not in a great position here, taking some shots. Sitsongpeenong on the wrong end of some ground and pound. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brynjolfur Davidsdottir dominated that second round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round! #R3##CL# Davidsdottir takes the fight into the clinch. Sitsongpeenong just leaning against Davidsdottir, taking a breather. Sitsongpeenong is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Davidsdottir to keep the fight standing. Davidsdottir jumps guard but Sitsongpeenong stands there with Davidsdottir around his waist. Davidsdottir gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Sitsongpeenong is trying to pull guard but Davidsdottir has him pressed against the cage. Sitsongpeenong can't find room to land a body shot as Davidsdottir controls the action.
Sitsongpeenong fails to pull guard.
Brynjolfur Davidsdottir has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Davidsdottir is trying to break free. Sitsongpeenong stops a takedown attempt from Davidsdottir.
Davidsdottir misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Sitsongpeenong.
Sitsongpeenong prevents the takedown attempt.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Sitsongpeenong. #T1##BC2# Sitsongpeenong breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Sitsongpeenong takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Davidsdottir fails with a takedown attempt. Sitsongpeenong unleashes a big counter combination but Davidsdottir bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Davidsdottir slaps away a takedown attempt from Sitsongpeenong, before circling back to the center of the mat. Davidsdottir fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Sitsongpeenong wants to counter with a clinch but Davidsdottir pushes him away. Davidsdottir with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2# and Sitsongpeenong counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Sitsongpeenong tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Davidsdottir just stands there and leans against the cage. Sitsongpeenong is looking for a takedown. Sitsongpeenong is trying to drag Davidsdottir to the mat but Davidsdottir just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T2# Davidsdottir lands with a right to the head. Davidsdottir stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Sitsongpeenong wants to take the fight to the mat but Davidsdottir manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD# Davidsdottir gets control of Sitsongpeenong's arms and successfully pulls guard. Davidsdottir will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. Davidsdottir bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sitsongpeenong's guard. #REVR# Davidsdottir working some strikes from top position. Davidsdottir is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3# Sitsongpeenong can't keep his opponent in guard - Davidsdottir advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Davidsdottir is controlling the pace.
Davidsdottir 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.#SUB# Davidsdottir is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sitsongpeenong doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Davidsdottir. #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. Davidsdottir wants to stand up but Sitsongpeenong is controlling the position.
Sitsongpeenong trying to hold on to Davidsdottir's head to control him but Davidsdottir postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Davidsdottir wants to get back to his feet.
And that's the end of the fight! Brynjolfur Davidsdottir showed his dominance in that final round. Well Davidsdottir 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27 Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 30:27 Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brynjolfur Davidsdottir!
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Date: May 25, 2018 |
#R1# Sitsongpeenong tries to score a power double leg takedown but El Ghoulbzouri sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sitsongpeenong somewhat. El Ghoulbzouri has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. El Ghoulbzouri looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight! A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sitsongpeenong is defended easily by El Ghoulbzouri.#CL2# El Ghoulbzouri has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sitsongpeenong goes for a takedown in the clinch but El Ghoulbzouri prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong. That's going to take a lot out of him. El Ghoulbzouri tries to land knees in the clinch but Sitsongpeenong avoids the damage to the body. #TD2# El Ghoulbzouri gets a trip takedown into half guard.#T1# El Ghoulbzouri prevents Sitsongpeenong from standing back up.
El Ghoulbzouri is looking to advance position but Sitsongpeenong won't allow it. #SUB2# El Ghoulbzouri is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Sitsongpeenong is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of El Ghoulbzouri's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take El Ghoulbzouri's back! Sitsongpeenong is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T2# Sitsongpeenong controlling well, preventing El Ghoulbzouri from escaping the position.
El Ghoulbzouri looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB# Sitsongpeenong is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. El Ghoulbzouri is defending well though. Sitsongpeenong let's go of the attempt for now. El Ghoulbzouri avoids the strikes from Sitsongpeenong. #T3# Sitsongpeenong trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure El Ghoulbzouri doesn't escape. #SUB# Sitsongpeenong working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. A lull in the action here.
Sitsongpeenong thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent. El Ghoulbzouri covering up well under a barage of strikes. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Sitsongpeenong trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Sitsongpeenong trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure El Ghoulbzouri doesn't escape. El Ghoulbzouri just trying to survive but Sitsongpeenong is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. Sitsongpeenong missing with strikes from the back. El Ghoulbzouri is trying to break free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Sitsongpeenong is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
El Ghoulbzouri looking very determined here, making life difficult for Sitsongpeenong.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# El Ghoulbzouri tries to close the distance and clinch but Sitsongpeenong swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Sitsongpeenong half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. El Ghoulbzouri shoots for a takedown but Sitsongpeenong saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sitsongpeenong. Sitsongpeenong swats away the attempt to clinch by El Ghoulbzouri. Sitsongpeenong misses with a takedown and El Ghoulbzouri counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sitsongpeenong fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt El Ghoulbzouri. Sitsongpeenong seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. El Ghoulbzouri shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sitsongpeenong pinned against the cage. Sitsongpeenong gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. El Ghoulbzouri is breathing heavily.#T1# El Ghoulbzouri stuffs the takedown attempt from Sitsongpeenong. Sitsongpeenong gets slowly back to his feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong. That's going to take a lot out of him. Nice sprawl there from Sitsongpeenong as El Ghoulbzouri shoots in. Sitsongpeenong dives in for a single leg takedown but El Ghoulbzouri sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. El Ghoulbzouri throws a right and a left that both miss. El Ghoulbzouri stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and El Ghoulbzouri wants it to stay on the feet. El Ghoulbzouri fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Sitsongpeenong tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but El Ghoulbzouri defends well and Sitsongpeenong ends up having to push El Ghoulbzouri into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL2# El Ghoulbzouri closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. A bit of stalling here from El Ghoulbzouri.
#T2# Sitsongpeenong tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. El Ghoulbzouri just stands there and leans against the cage. Sitsongpeenong fails to pull guard.
El Ghoulbzouri has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sitsongpeenong is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Sitsongpeenong tries for a takedown but El Ghoulbzouri manages to get underhooks.
El Ghoulbzouri holding his opponent close, against the cage.
#BC2# El Ghoulbzouri pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Sitsongpeenong shoots for a double leg takedown but El Ghoulbzouri sprawls well. He's pushed Sitsongpeenong's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. El Ghoulbzouri shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sitsongpeenong sprawls well. Sitsongpeenong wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. El Ghoulbzouri gets slowly back to his feet. As El Ghoulbzouri looks to move away, Sitsongpeenong throws a big counter combo but El Ghoulbzouri just gets out of the way.#T3# Sitsongpeenong shoots and misses and El Ghoulbzouri counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2# El Ghoulbzouri closes the distance and clinches. Sitsongpeenong tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. El Ghoulbzouri just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC# Sitsongpeenong breaks the clinch.
#CL2# El Ghoulbzouri gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. El Ghoulbzouri avoiding damage.
Sitsongpeenong is trying to work for a single leg takedown but El Ghoulbzouri pulls him back up using the underhooks. The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC2# El Ghoulbzouri breaks from the clinch.
#T4# A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sitsongpeenong. El Ghoulbzouri looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Sitsongpeenong fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but El Ghoulbzouri avoids it really well and circles away. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL2# El Ghoulbzouri fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sitsongpeenong, pushing him back against the cage. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nassim El Ghoulbzouri 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. 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# Sitsongpeenong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but El Ghoulbzouri moves away. Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. El Ghoulbzouri shoots in looking for a takedown but Sitsongpeenong manages to keep the fight standing, pushing El Ghoulbzouri's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Sitsongpeenong is trying hard to land a takedown here. El Ghoulbzouri sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. El Ghoulbzouri steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Sitsongpeenong. Sitsongpeenong takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. El Ghoulbzouri defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sitsongpeenong. El Ghoulbzouri let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Sitsongpeenong connects with an inside leg kick. Sitsongpeenong avoids the head kick by El Ghoulbzouri.
#CL# Sitsongpeenong moves into the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sitsongpeenong is trying to work for a single leg takedown but El Ghoulbzouri pulls him back up using the underhooks. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2# El Ghoulbzouri's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Sitsongpeenong is looking to clinch. #T1# The fight stays on the outside here - El Ghoulbzouri looks like he's thinking about clinching though. El Ghoulbzouri takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sitsongpeenong fails with a takedown attempt. Sitsongpeenong misses with a double jab.
Nassim El Ghoulbzouri seems to be getting the better of the standup. El Ghoulbzouri tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sitsongpeenong sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten El Ghoulbzouri somewhat.#T2# El Ghoulbzouri shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sitsongpeenong defends it nicely. El Ghoulbzouri displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sitsongpeenong. El Ghoulbzouri fails to land the takedown. El Ghoulbzouri tries to clinch up and Sitsongpeenong counters with a left to the body. #T3##CL# Sitsongpeenong gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. El Ghoulbzouri is defending well against a takedown attempt. Sitsongpeenong working hard to break the clinch. Sitsongpeenong gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from El Ghoulbzouri.
El Ghoulbzouri is trying to pull guard but Sitsongpeenong turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Sitsongpeenong tries to score a body lock takedown but El Ghoulbzouri shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Sitsongpeenong has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. El Ghoulbzouri avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#BC2# El Ghoulbzouri breaks from the clinch.
Sitsongpeenong changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. El Ghoulbzouri tries to avoid it but Sitsongpeenong manages to keep hold of a leg and drag El Ghoulbzouri to the ground. El Ghoulbzouri escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. El Ghoulbzouri is looking for the big counter here.#T4# Nice sprawl there from El Ghoulbzouri as Sitsongpeenong shoots in. Sitsongpeenong shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and El Ghoulbzouri counters with a straight right hand. Sitsongpeenong looks for a takedown but El Ghoulbzouri sprawls well. Despite the aggression on El Ghoulbzouri's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. El Ghoulbzouri stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and El Ghoulbzouri wants it to stay on the feet. El Ghoulbzouri thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Sitsongpeenong if he has to take too many more of those.
El Ghoulbzouri shoots for a double leg takedown but Sitsongpeenong sprawls well. He's pushed El Ghoulbzouri's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Sitsongpeenong seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! No luck for Sitsongpeenong with that takedown attempt. El Ghoulbzouri looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it. El Ghoulbzouri misses with a body shot.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Nassim El Ghoulbzouri. I think El Ghoulbzouri 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight 28:29 Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 28:29 Judge David Hoff scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nassim El Ghoulbzouri!
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Date: May 23, 2018 |
#R1# El Ghoulbzouri shoots for a takedown but Sitsongpeenong saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Sitsongpeenong misses with a takedown attempt - El Ghoulbzouri sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Sitsongpeenong throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around El Ghoulbzouri's waist but El Ghoulbzouri gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sitsongpeenong off to one side. El Ghoulbzouri fails to land the takedown. El Ghoulbzouri just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromSitsongpeenong. El Ghoulbzouri throws a head kick but Sitsongpeenong moves out of range.
El Ghoulbzouri lands a leg kick that knocks Sitsongpeenong off balance momentarily. Sitsongpeenong thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on El Ghoulbzouri if he has to take too many more of those.
#CL2# El Ghoulbzouri pushes Sitsongpeenong up against the cage in a clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. El Ghoulbzouri changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Sitsongpeenong fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nassim El Ghoulbzouri. Sitsongpeenong connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1##CL# Sitsongpeenong closes the distance and pushes El Ghoulbzouri back into the cage. Sitsongpeenong tries to score a body lock takedown but El Ghoulbzouri shows good agility there to stay on his feet. El Ghoulbzouri trying to land knees to the body.
Sitsongpeenong is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. El Ghoulbzouri is looking for a takedown. El Ghoulbzouri is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Sitsongpeenong to keep the fight standing. Sitsongpeenong is trying to work for a single leg takedown but El Ghoulbzouri pulls him back up using the underhooks. El Ghoulbzouri prevents Sitsongpeenong from breaking the clinch. Sitsongpeenong drops to a knee looking for a takedown but El Ghoulbzouri gets the underhooks and prevents it.
El Ghoulbzouri fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Sitsongpeenong is trying to pull guard but El Ghoulbzouri has him pressed against the cage.#T2# El Ghoulbzouri is pressed up against the cage. Sitsongpeenong has hold of a leg and is looking to drag El Ghoulbzouri down to the mat. El Ghoulbzouri avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Sitsongpeenong takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Sitsongpeenong throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Sitsongpeenong with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2# and El Ghoulbzouri holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. El Ghoulbzouri keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Sitsongpeenong's efforts to push away. El Ghoulbzouri leaning against his opponent.
El Ghoulbzouri changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Sitsongpeenong fights it off and pushes away nicely.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from El Ghoulbzouri is defended easily by Sitsongpeenong. Sitsongpeenong tries to clinch but El Ghoulbzouri is having none of it. #T3# Sitsongpeenong slaps away a takedown attempt from El Ghoulbzouri, before circling back to the center of the mat. El Ghoulbzouri slips a straight right by Sitsongpeenong. El Ghoulbzouri is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Sitsongpeenong misses with an uppercut. El Ghoulbzouri saw that one coming. El Ghoulbzouri gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Sitsongpeenong counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. El Ghoulbzouri looks winded! Sitsongpeenong throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
A head kick misses from Sitsongpeenong. El Ghoulbzouri is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. El Ghoulbzouri will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL2# El Ghoulbzouri closes the distance and clinches. Sitsongpeenong is trying to break the clinch but El Ghoulbzouri has him pressed against the cage. Sitsongpeenong wants to get back to striking at distance but El Ghoulbzouri won't allow it.
#T4# Sitsongpeenong stops a takedown attempt from El Ghoulbzouri.
Sitsongpeenong is defending well against a takedown attempt. El Ghoulbzouri's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not. El Ghoulbzouri is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Sitsongpeenong to keep the fight standing. Sitsongpeenong swings away with an uppercut that misses.
El Ghoulbzouri with an attempt at a knee that misses.
El Ghoulbzouri tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Sitsongpeenong just stands there and leans against the cage. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Sitsongpeenong has El Ghoulbzouri pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. El Ghoulbzouri manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. El Ghoulbzouri is trying to pull guard but Sitsongpeenong turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Sitsongpeenong has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2##CL# El Ghoulbzouri tries to keep at a distance but Sitsongpeenong has taken the fight into the clinch. El Ghoulbzouri is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sitsongpeenong gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC# Sitsongpeenong manages to break the clinch.
Sitsongpeenong throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around El Ghoulbzouri's waist but El Ghoulbzouri gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sitsongpeenong off to one side. Sitsongpeenong sets himself, and El Ghoulbzouri steps forward looking for the clinch! Sitsongpeenong avoids it this time. Sitsongpeenong throws a lazy right hand but El Ghoulbzouri sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Despite the aggression on El Ghoulbzouri's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Sitsongpeenong tries to close the distance and clinch but El Ghoulbzouri swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. El Ghoulbzouri with the counter takedown but Sitsongpeenong avoids it easily. El Ghoulbzouri fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sitsongpeenong avoids it really well and circles away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sitsongpeenong shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. El Ghoulbzouri tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sitsongpeenong sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten El Ghoulbzouri somewhat. Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nassim El Ghoulbzouri.#T1##CL# Sitsongpeenong has El Ghoulbzouri up against the cage in a clinch.
El Ghoulbzouri has Sitsongpeenong pressed against the cage, preventing Sitsongpeenong from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Sitsongpeenong wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Sitsongpeenong can't break the clinch.
El Ghoulbzouri tries for a takedown. No joy.
El Ghoulbzouri creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Sitsongpeenong's defenses. El Ghoulbzouri is trying to drag Sitsongpeenong to the mat but Sitsongpeenong just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. El Ghoulbzouri being controlled against the cage.#T2##TD2# El Ghoulbzouri manages to pull guard.
Sitsongpeenong looking to pass the guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. El Ghoulbzouri looking to control.
Sitsongpeenong postures up in El Ghoulbzouri's guard and throws a big left but El Ghoulbzouri blocks it. #SUB2# El Ghoulbzouri looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
El Ghoulbzouri is breathing heavily. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Sitsongpeenong stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. El Ghoulbzouri swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3# Sitsongpeenong trying to stand up but can't free himself from El Ghoulbzouri's guard. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. El Ghoulbzouri shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sitsongpeenong sprawls well. Sitsongpeenong wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. El Ghoulbzouri gets slowly back to his feet. Sitsongpeenong seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. El Ghoulbzouri is trying hard to land a takedown here. Sitsongpeenong sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. A little feinted left hand from Sitsongpeenong on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. El Ghoulbzouri has his takedown stuffed#CL# and Sitsongpeenong counters by clinching up. #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. Sitsongpeenong gets underhooks to prevent El Ghoulbzouri's takedown attempt.
A bit of stalling here from Sitsongpeenong.
#BC# Sitsongpeenong's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sitsongpeenong is defended easily by El Ghoulbzouri. Sitsongpeenong fails miserably with a takedown attempt. El Ghoulbzouri displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sitsongpeenong. Sitsongpeenong is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that El Ghoulbzouri can do to turn this around? Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Sitsongpeenong tries for a takedown but El Ghoulbzouri circles away easily and El Ghoulbzouri counters with a straight punch to the midsection. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong dominated that second round. That's time! Sitsongpeenong's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards. #R3# A telegraphed takedown attempt from El Ghoulbzouri is defended easily by Sitsongpeenong. Sitsongpeenong tries to clinch but El Ghoulbzouri moves out of range. El Ghoulbzouri shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Sitsongpeenong counters with a lovely shot to the body. Sitsongpeenong throws a head kick that misses. #CL# Sitsongpeenong drives through and clinches with El Ghoulbzouri against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sitsongpeenong tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. El Ghoulbzouri just stands there and leans against the cage. Both guys are working to get underhooks. Sitsongpeenong fails to pull guard.
El Ghoulbzouri keeps control of Sitsongpeenong as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T1# El Ghoulbzouri has Sitsongpeenong pushed against the cage. El Ghoulbzouri is trying to drag Sitsongpeenong to the mat but Sitsongpeenong just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nassim El Ghoulbzouri. El Ghoulbzouri takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#BC2# El Ghoulbzouri breaks the clinch.
Sitsongpeenong misses with a takedown #CL2# and El Ghoulbzouri counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by El Ghoulbzouri. El Ghoulbzouri working Sitsongpeenong over with knees to the body.#BC2# El Ghoulbzouri manages to break the clinch.
El Ghoulbzouri bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. The fight stays on the outside here - Sitsongpeenong looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2# El Ghoulbzouri tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sitsongpeenong swivels and escapes. Sitsongpeenong looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. El Ghoulbzouri on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sitsongpeenong. Sitsongpeenong obviously looking to wear him down.
El Ghoulbzouri tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sitsongpeenong sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten El Ghoulbzouri somewhat. Sitsongpeenong misses with a series of wild punches.
#T3##CL2# El Ghoulbzouri moves into the clinch.#BC2# El Ghoulbzouri escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from El Ghoulbzouri.#CL2# El Ghoulbzouri has Sitsongpeenong up against the cage in a clinch.
Sitsongpeenong tries to pull guard but El Ghoulbzouri won't allow it.
Sitsongpeenong jumps guard but El Ghoulbzouri turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Both guys are working to get underhooks. The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #T4# Sitsongpeenong is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables El Ghoulbzouri to keep the fight standing.#TD2# El Ghoulbzouri manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. Sitsongpeenong controls from within his opponent's guard. El Ghoulbzouri trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! Sitsongpeenong trying to control the position from guard on top but El Ghoulbzouri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! El Ghoulbzouri trying to control the position.
Nassim El Ghoulbzouri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Sitsongpeenong tries to stand but El Ghoulbzouri is controlling from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight! Nassim El Ghoulbzouri comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Sitsongpeenong 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 Peter Branson scores the fight 29:28 Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:28 Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yodkunpon Sitsongpeenong!
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