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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 05, 2018 |
#R1#
Hlali lands a nice looking kick to the body. Lopez takes a step back to recover.
Hlali shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL#
and Lopez holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Hlali is trying to maintain a safe position but Lopez gets an underhook and turns Hlali into the cage.
Hlali gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Lopez.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Hlali is looking for a takedown.
Lopez drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lopez is breathing heavily.
Lopez drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hlali pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leandro Lopez. 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.
Hlali is looking to clinch.
As Hlali looks to move away, Lopez throws a big counter combo but Hlali just gets out of the way.
Lopez keeps the fight on the outside.#T1#
Lopez has his takedown stuffed#KD2#
and Hlali counters with a crisp one two that drops Lopez! Hlali thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Lopez to his feet! Lopez is in big trouble!#ROC2#
Lopez is rocked!
The fight stays on the outside here - Hlali looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Oh Lopez is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hlali fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Lopez seems to have got his legs back now.
Lopez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hlali tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hlali looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lopez is fending him off so far but Hlali persists. Nope, Lopez circles away and we're back to standing.
No luck for Hlali with that takedown attempt.
Hlali shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Lopez but Lopez pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Lopez seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T2#
Lopez shoots in looking for a takedown but Hlali manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lopez's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lopez stuffs the takedown attempt from Hlali. Hlali gets slowly back to his feet. #CL#
Lopez clinches up against the cage.
Hlali looking for a takedown.
Hlali tries to pull guard but Lopez forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Hlali tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lopez drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hlali pulls his leg out and moves away.
Lopez shoots in but no luck this time.
Hlali lands a nice looking body kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hlali fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T3#
Lopez stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Lopez wants it to stay on the feet.
Hlali throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hlali shoots in and drives through. Lopez sprawls well.#CL#
Lopez has closed the distance and engaged Hlali in a clinch.
#TD#
Lopez successfully pulls guard.
Lopez working a defensive guard here.
Lopez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hlali is one step ahead there.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Hlali from controlling successfully. #T4#
Lopez wants to stand and escape but Hlali is having none of it.
Hlali trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hlali is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Lopez is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hlali is aware though and is defending well.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
No luck for Hlali with that takedown attempt.
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 Leandro Lopez will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Hlali slaps away a takedown attempt from Lopez, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Lopez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hlali. Hlali obviously looking to wear him down.
Hlali throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Hlali tries to clinch but Lopez moves out of range.
Yousri Hlali seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lopez keeps the fight on the outside.
Hlali tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lopez swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hlali throws a body punch but Lopez moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlali is looking to clinch but Lopez is avoiding it.
Lopez tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Hlali manages to circle out of the way.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hlali or perhaps it was just good defense by Lopez, which made it look bad. #CL#
Lopez has taken the fight to the clinch.
#T1#
Hlali drops down looking for an ankle pick but Lopez pulls his leg out and moves away.
Nice sprawl there from Lopez as Hlali shoots in.
Leandro Lopez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yousri Hlali.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hlali tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Hlali throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Lopez lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hlali is trying to push Lopez away but Lopez has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Lopez wants to break free but Hlali has control.
#TD#
Lopez jumps guard.
Hlali connects with a couple of short punches.#T2#
Lopez preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hlali is standing up over Lopez. Lopez looks to escape but Hlali dives into side control.
Hlali trying to control the action but Lopez is working from the bottom.
Hlali misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lopez is not content to let Hlali control the position.
Hlali working the ground and pound.#T3#
Hlali scoring with punches and elbows.
Hlali tries to stand but Lopez is controlling his head. #SUB2#
Hlali is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lopez has escaped the position, nice work there.
Lopez is looking for a sweep.#SU2#
Hlali decides to stand back up. Hlali steps back and let's Lopez get back to his feet.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lopez keeps the fight on the outside.
Hlali shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Lopez but Lopez pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Lopez half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Hlali. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Hlali.
Hlali wants to clinch up but Lopez keeps it at a distance.
Lopez has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hlali.
Hlali works over Lopez's head and body with a nice combination.
Lopez shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hlali as he avoids it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hlali shoots in for a takedown but Lopez shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hlali is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lopez sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hlali lands with a kick to the temple. Lopez shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yousri Hlali showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Hlali shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lopez as he avoids it easily.
Hlali fails with a takedown attempt.
Lopez fails with a takedown attempt.
Lopez misses with a combination
and Hlali counters with a thumping low kick.
Hlali wants to clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlali tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lopez swivels and escapes.
Leandro Lopez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yousri Hlali.
Hlali will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T1#
Hlali fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Hlali fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Hlali. No joy for Lopez on that attempt.
Hlali scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hlali shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lopez as he jumps to the side.
Hlali shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lopez pinned against the cage. Lopez gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2##CL#
Lopez closes the distance and clinches.
Hlali is trying to force a seperation but Lopez has the dominant position.
Lopez has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hlali is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hlali jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lopez walks away with a smile on his face. Hlali gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Hlali fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hlali throws a head kick that half lands.
Hlali fails with a takedown attempt.
Lopez fails with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Hlali scores with a jab to the body.
Hlali with a lazy takedown attempt #CL#
and Lopez counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Lopez.
Hlali drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Lopez gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Hlali is trying to pull guard but Lopez has him pressed against the cage.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hlali jumps guard but Lopez stands there with Hlali around his waist. Hlali gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lopez throws an elbow but it misses.
Hlali has Lopez pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Lopez manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Lopez is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hlali pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Hlali tries to pull guard but Lopez holds him up against the cage and eventually Hlali drops back down to his feet.
#TD#
Lopez jumps into guard, dragging Hlali to the mat.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hlali postures up.
Hlali trying to control but Lopez is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Lopez has his foot on Hlali's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hlali works his way back into a safe position though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Leandro Lopez showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lopez 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 Santiago Holmes scores the fight 29:28
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 29:28
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leandro Lopez!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 03, 2018 |
#R1#
Lopez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
As Taranaki tries to get set, Lopez tries to push him back and clinch up but Taranaki manages to avoid the attempt.
Taranaki with a lazy takedown attempt #CL#
and Lopez holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Taranaki is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Lopez gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Taranaki fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lopez working hard to break the clinch.#TD#
Lopez jumps into guard, dragging Taranaki to the mat.
Lopez is pulling down on Taranaki's head to control his posture.
Lopez looking for a sweep. Not yet Lopez, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez has his hands on Taranaki's head, controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Lopez thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #ES#
Lopez is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Taranaki presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Lopez goes for a takedown in the clinch but Taranaki prevents it.
Taranaki tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lopez smiles and moves away.
Leandro Lopez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tsyuoshi Taranaki.
Taranaki misses with a takedown
and Lopez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Taranaki scores with a head kick.
Lopez lands a body shot.
Taranaki misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Lopez moves into the clinch.#T2#
Lopez wants to break free but Taranaki has control.
Lopez missing with knees to the body.
Taranaki gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Lopez.
#TD#
Lopez jumps guard.
#SUB#
Lopez looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lopez has his hands on Taranaki's head, controlling the position. #SUB#
Lopez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Taranaki doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Taranaki manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Taranaki trying to control but Lopez is working from the bottom.
Taranaki is fighting to break Lopez's control of his arms but Lopez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Lopez is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Taranaki must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Taranaki trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lopez throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Taranaki shoots in but no luck this time.
Lopez tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Taranaki swivels and escapes.
Lopez shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Taranaki but Taranaki pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Lopez dives in for a single leg takedown but Taranaki sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Taranaki tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lopez paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lopez gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Taranaki makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lopez is breathing heavily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Taranaki scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#CUT2#
It looks like Leandro Lopez has been cut.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lopez or perhaps it was just good defense by Taranaki, which made it look bad.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leandro Lopez dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Leandro Lopez's cut.
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#
Good leg kick by Taranaki there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Leandro Lopez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lopez looks for a takedown but Taranaki sprawls well.
Taranaki let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lopez dives in for a single leg takedown but Taranaki sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Lopez misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Taranaki!
#ROC2#
Lopez is rocked!
Taranaki shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lopez as he avoids it easily.
Lopez lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#CL#
Lopez moves into the clinch successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taranaki is trying to pull guard but Lopez has him pressed against the cage.
Lopez pushes off an throws an elbow but Taranaki leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Taranaki wants to get back to striking at distance but Lopez won't allow it.
Lopez slows down the pace here.
#T1#
Taranaki tries to score a body lock takedown but Lopez shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Leandro Lopez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tsyuoshi Taranaki.
Lopez misses with a knee strike.
Lopez keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Taranaki's efforts to push away.
Lopez wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Taranaki has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
Lopez has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Taranaki uses from the top position.
Taranaki trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Lopez looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Taranaki passes into side control.
Lopez is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
Lopez managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Taranaki.
Lopez regains half guard.
Lopez is not content to let Taranaki control the position.#SUB2#
Taranaki is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lopez wants to get back to his feet.
#T3#
Taranaki missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Lopez gets back to full guard.
Lopez striking off his back but it's not causing Taranaki any problems.
Lopez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lopez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Taranaki manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T4#
Lopez postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Lopez in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lopez trying to control the position from guard on top but Taranaki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lopez forces his way into half guard.
Taranaki blocking the ground and pound attempt from Lopez.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lopez throwing shots but Taranaki is blocking nicely.
Still in half guard, Lopez seems content to control.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leandro Lopez dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Leandro Lopez's cut.
That's time! Lopez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Lopez clinches up with Taranaki and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Lopez manages to pull guard.
Lopez is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Lopez controlling the position.#SUB#
Lopez has his foot on Taranaki's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Taranaki works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taranaki wants to stand but Lopez has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Lopez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Taranaki trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lopez doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Taranaki fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Taranaki fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Lopez throws a push kick but Taranaki slaps the foot to one side.
Lopez tries to score a power double leg takedown but Taranaki sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lopez somewhat.
Lopez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Taranaki or perhaps it was just good defense by Lopez, which made it look bad.
Lopez half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Leandro Lopez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tsyuoshi Taranaki.#CL#
Lopez moves into the clinch.
Lopez is pressed up against the cage. Taranaki has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Lopez down to the mat. Lopez avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
A head kick misses from Lopez. #CL#
Lopez pushes Taranaki up against the cage in a clinch.
Lopez wants to take the fight to the mat but Taranaki manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Taranaki wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lopez has him pressed against the cage.
Lopez jumps guard but Taranaki turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Taranaki stops a takedown attempt from Lopez.
Lopez is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T3#
Lopez is trying to drag Taranaki to the mat but Taranaki just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Taranaki has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Lopez avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Taranaki tries to pull guard but Lopez holds him up against the cage and eventually Taranaki drops back down to his feet.
Lopez wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Taranaki is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Lopez is trying to pull guard but Taranaki has him pressed against the cage.
Lopez tries for a takedown. No joy.
Lopez tries to circle away but Taranaki has him pinned against the cage.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lopez is looking for a takedown.
Taranaki wants to stall.
Lopez is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Taranaki is defending well.
Taranaki changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Lopez fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Lopez chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Taranaki can pounce on him.
Taranaki tries to clinch up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Taranaki avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Nice body kick there by Taranaki.
Tsyuoshi Taranaki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Leandro Lopez is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Taranaki throws a nice head kick!
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 Leandro Lopez.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Lopez, 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 Peter Branson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leandro Lopez!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 26, 2018 |
#R1#
Doumbe misses the shot to the body.
Lopez throws a sloppy head kick and Doumbe moves out of range easily.
Doumbe shoots in and drives through. Lopez sprawls well.
Lopez went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Doumbe pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Lopez back to the cage. Doumbe follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CUT2#
It looks like Leandro Lopez has been cut.
Lopez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Doumbe unleashes a big counter combination but Lopez bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Doumbe stuffs the takedown attempt from Lopez. Lopez gets slowly back to his feet. #CL#
Doumbe tries to keep at a distance but Lopez has taken the fight into the clinch.
Doumbe looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez is trying to force a seperation but Doumbe has the dominant position.
Lopez is struggling to control the position.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #T1#
Doumbe tries to pull guard but Lopez forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD#
Lopez jumps into guard, dragging Doumbe to the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lopez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Doumbe is one step ahead there.
Lopez throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Lopez has control of Doumbe's left arm, preventing Doumbe from doing any damage.
Doumbe trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Doumbe trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Doumbe won't allow Lopez to sweep him here. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Doumbe sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lopez has a closed guard, preventing Doumbe from standing up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lopez looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lopez gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Doumbe is looking to clinch but Lopez is avoiding it.
Lopez with a lazy takedown attempt
and Doumbe counters with a left to the body.
Doumbe tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lopez sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Doumbe somewhat.
Lopez throws a big counter combination but Doumbe scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Leandro Lopez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cyriac Doumbe.
Lopez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T3#
Lopez shoots in but Doumbe avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Doumbe misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Lopez fires out a quick counter leg kick but Doumbe just manages to avoid it.
Lopez throws a sloppy head kick and Doumbe moves out of range easily.
Lopez looks for a takedown but Doumbe sprawls well.
Doumbe changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lopez tries to avoid it but Doumbe manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lopez to the ground. Lopez escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Lopez swats away the attempt to clinch by Doumbe.
Lopez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Doumbe throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#CL#
and Lopez moves into the clinch.#T4##TD#
Lopez manages to pull guard.
Doumbe looking to pass the guard.
Doumbe throws a big right hand that misses.
Doumbe prevents Lopez from getting back to his feet.
Doumbe being controlled here momentarily.
Doumbe trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Doumbe throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Leandro Lopez will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Leandro Lopez's cut.
That's time! Lopez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Lopez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL#
Lopez moves into the clinch.
Lopez prevents the takedown attempt.
Doumbe jumps guard but Lopez turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Doumbe tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lopez smiles and moves away.
Leandro Lopez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cyriac Doumbe.
A head kick by Doumbe misses #CL#
and Lopez counters by moving into the clinch. #TD#
Lopez gets control of Doumbe's arms and successfully pulls guard. Lopez will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Lopez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Doumbe can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doumbe preventing the sweep.
Lopez trying to keep a closed guard but Doumbe is proving a slippery customer.
Lopez wants to get back to his feet but Doumbe passes into half guard.
#T1#
Lopez keeping hold of Doumbe's head, controlling as best he can.
Doumbe trying to control the action but Lopez is working from the bottom.
Lopez tries to get to full guard but Doumbe has control of the leg.
Lopez trying to get back to full guard but Doumbe takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Lopez tries to improve his position but instead Doumbe has taken his back! #T2#
Lopez wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Lopez showing good submission defense here.
Doumbe misses with punches from the back.
Doumbe wants to control but Lopez manages to buck him off and is now in Doumbe's guard! Nice work there by Lopez!
Doumbe wants to stand but Lopez is controlling the position. #T3#
Lopez content to stall in guard here.
Doumbe is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lopez is controlling him.
Doumbe wants to control the position but Lopez says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB2#
Doumbe looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lopez stalling. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Doumbe is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Lopez seems to be working for a kimura but Doumbe defends the submission attempt.
Doumbe trying to control but Lopez postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lopez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leandro Lopez dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Leandro Lopez's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Doumbe fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lopez looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Doumbe shoots in looking for a takedown. Lopez tries to sprawl out of it but Doumbe keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lopez manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Doumbe changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lopez tries to avoid it but Doumbe manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lopez to the ground. Lopez escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Leandro Lopez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cyriac Doumbe.
Doumbe shoots in for a double leg but Lopez sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doumbe shoots in looking for a takedown but Lopez manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Doumbe's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lopez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cyriac Doumbe seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Lopez drives through and clinches with Doumbe against the cage.
Lopez changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Doumbe fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#T1#
Doumbe shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Lopez but Lopez pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Doumbe takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Doumbe tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lopez manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Leandro Lopez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lopez throws a wild body kick that Doumbe sees coming a mile off.
Lopez goes for a double leg but Doumbe avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Doumbe continues to drive forward.
Lopez fails with a takedown attempt.
Doumbe tries for a takedown but Lopez sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lopez throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Doumbe's waist but Doumbe gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lopez off to one side.
Doumbe tries to clinch up but Lopez circles away and keeps his distance.
Lopez shoots for a takedown but Doumbe saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL#
Lopez gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T2##TD#
Lopez manages to pull guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Doumbe accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lopez trying to control the position.
Doumbe stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lopez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lopez controls Doumbe momentarily but Doumbe frees himself.
Lopez has a closed guard, preventing Doumbe from standing up. #T3#
Doumbe postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Doumbe must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Doumbe from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Doumbe lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lopez fails to land with a series of punches.
Lopez lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Doumbe circles away quickly and effectively.
Lopez changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Doumbe tries to avoid it but Lopez manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Doumbe to the ground. Doumbe escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Doumbe shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lopez as he jumps to the side.
Lopez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T4#
Doumbe tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lopez swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Doumbe shoots in and drives through. Lopez sprawls well.
Doumbe lands a high kick!
Doumbe tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lopez misses with a takedown attempt
and Doumbe makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Lopez circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lopez tries to close the distance and clinch but Doumbe swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Doumbe shoots for a takedown but Lopez saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Doumbe lands with a kick to the temple. Lopez shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Lopez with a lazy takedown attempt
and Doumbe counters with a series of strikes. Lopez will be more careful next time no doubt.
Cyriac Doumbe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Leandro Lopez is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Doumbe throws a right and a left that both miss.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Cyriac Doumbe.
I think Lopez 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 Santiago Holmes scores the fight 30:27
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leandro Lopez!
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