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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 20, 2018 |
#R1#
Wesker changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Robinson tries to avoid it but Wesker manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Robinson to the ground. Robinson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Robinson looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Wesker shoots in for a double leg but Robinson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Robinson throws a fast counter high kick but Wesker manages to duck under it in time.
Wesker fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Redfield Wesker. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wesker cracks Robinson with a good jab.
Wesker looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Wesker sets himself, and Robinson steps forward looking for the clinch! Wesker avoids it this time.
Wesker shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Robinson defends it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bone on bone clash there as Robinson blocks the leg kick.
Robinson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wesker defends it well.
Wesker feints a jab promting Robinson to slip. Wesker then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Robinson slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT#
It looks like Duncan Robinson has been cut.#CL2#
Robinson takes the fight into the clinch. #T1##BC#
Wesker breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Robinson stuffs the takedown.
Robinson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Wesker fails with a takedown attempt.
Wesker closes this distance looking for a takedown but Robinson circles away.
Wesker closes this distance looking for a takedown but Robinson circles away.
Robinson throws a series of punches but Wesker avoids them all with ease.
Wesker throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wesker shoots for a takedown but Robinson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T2#
Robinson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Wesker is fending him off so far but Robinson persists. Nope, Wesker circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Robinson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Wesker, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Wesker escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Robinson walks into a straight right hand from Wesker.
Wesker throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wesker takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL2#
Robinson clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Robinson is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Robinson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Wesker is looking for a takedown.
Robinson putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Wesker in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#T3#
Robinson is trying to pull guard but Wesker has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Wesker pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wesker shoots in looking for a takedown. Robinson tries to sprawl out of it but Wesker keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Robinson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Wesker shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Wesker sets himself, and Robinson steps forward looking for the clinch! Wesker avoids it this time.
Robinson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Wesker listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#TD#
Wesker looking to score a takedown here. Robinson is defending well but Wesker drives through and ends up in Robinson's guard.#T4#
Robinson trying to keep a closed guard but Wesker is proving a slippery customer.
Wesker knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Robinson on the ground.
Wesker controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Wesker content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Robinson has locked up a guillotine! Robinson's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Wesker is holding on here and Robinson must be using up a lot of energy. Wesker has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Robinson gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Duncan Robinson!
Duncan Robinson was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Wesker lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Robinson looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#TD#
Wesker shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Wesker controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Robinson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Wesker is stalling in the full guard.
Robinson has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad MMA Tokyo. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Wesker wanted to stand there but Robinson had control of the position.
Wesker has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Wesker is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Robinson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Wesker.
Robinson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Robinson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Wesker.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Robinson.
Robinson slaps away a takedown attempt from Wesker, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Redfield Wesker. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nice sprawl there from Robinson as Wesker shoots in.
Wesker looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Wesker misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Robinson goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Wesker has a takedown stuffed.
Robinson is looking for the big counter here.
Robinson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Robinson has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T3#
Robinson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Wesker but Wesker pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Wesker seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Wesker chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wesker misses with a jab, cross combination.
Robinson tries to close the distance and clinch but Wesker swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Robinson goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Wesker is defended easily by Robinson.
Robinson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Wesker!
#T4#
Wesker shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Robinson defends it nicely.
Wesker fails with a takedown attempt.
It seemed like Robinson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Robinson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Wesker tries to counter by clinching up but Robinson breaks away and moves out of range.
Robinson shoots in for a double leg but Wesker sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Robinson slaps away a takedown attempt from Wesker, before circling back to the center of the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Robinson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Wesker is fending him off so far but Robinson persists. Nope, Wesker circles away and we're back to standing.
Wesker has his takedown stuffed
and Robinson counters with a stiff right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Redfield Wesker dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Wesker!
Wesker throws a right and a left that Robinson avoids nicely.
Robinson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Wesker shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Robinson as he avoids it easily.
Redfield Wesker is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wesker avoids the head kick by Robinson.
Wesker misses with the combination.
Wesker throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Robinson's waist but Robinson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Wesker off to one side.
Wesker shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Redfield Wesker. 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.
Robinson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wesker misses with a jab, cross combination.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Robinson.
Wesker wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T1#
Robinson blocks a head kick by Wesker.
Wesker changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Robinson tries to avoid it but Wesker manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Robinson to the ground. Robinson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Robinson leaves Wesker with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Robinson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Wesker with a body shot.
Wesker shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Robinson defends it nicely.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Wesker.
Wesker attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Robinson fails with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Wesker shoots in and drives through. Robinson sprawls well.
Wesker misses with a takedown attempt #TD2#
so Robinson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Robinson slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Robinson is continuing to stall.#T3#
Robinson trying to control but Wesker is working from the bottom.
Wesker wants to get back to his feet but Robinson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Robinson is looking to work some ground and pound but Wesker has wrist control.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Wesker looking to hit a scissor sweep but Robinson is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Robinson tries to clinch there but Wesker circles away.
Robinson tries to clinch there but Wesker circles away.
Robinson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Robinson dives in and grabs Wesker's left leg, looking for a takedown. Wesker pushes down on Robinson's head and hops out.
Robinson slaps away a takedown attempt from Wesker, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Robinson with the counter takedown but Wesker avoids it easily.#TD#
Wesker drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Robinson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wesker is stalling in the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Redfield Wesker will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Wesker is defended easily by Robinson.#TD#
Wesker fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Robinson to the ground. Wesker is now in Robinson's guard.
Robinson wants to sweep here but Wesker controlling him for the moment. #SU#
Wesker decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wesker throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Wesker shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Robinson pinned against the cage. Robinson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Robinson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#CL2#
Robinson moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Robinson breaks the clinch.
Wesker shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Redfield Wesker. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wesker lands with an uppercut that bounces Robinson off the cage and back into range.#TD2#
Robinson shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Robinson showed some decent athleticism there.
Wesker on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T2#
Robinson performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Wesker is trying to stand.
Robinson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Robinson trying to control from half guard but Wesker is working away.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Wesker here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Robinson prevents Wesker from standing back up.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Robinson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Robinson pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Wesker back to the cage. Robinson follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Robinson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Robinson tries to counter by closing the distance.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Wesker is defended easily by Robinson.
Wesker wants to slow Robinson down by chopping away at his legs.
Robinson checks a low kick from Wesker.#CL2#
Robinson moves into the clinch.#T4##BC2#
Robinson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wesker shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Robinson as he jumps to the side.
Robinson goes for a double leg but Wesker avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Wesker continues to drive forward.
Wesker tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Robinson defends well and Wesker ends up having to push Robinson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Robinson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Wesker tries to avoid it but Robinson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Wesker to the ground. Wesker escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Robinson tries to close the distance and clinch but Wesker swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Wesker tries to counter with a takedown but Robinson is quick to defend against it.
Wesker tries to score a power double leg takedown but Robinson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Wesker somewhat.
Duncan Robinson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Redfield Wesker is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wesker shoots in for a double leg but Robinson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Duncan Robinson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Wesker 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Redfield Wesker!
During a confident post fight interview, Redfield Wesker thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Duncan Robinson stepped up to the mic, saying 'Well that's nightmare for me. But I'm gonna sure that I will be the winner next time and put my opponent's dreams into a nightmare.'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 07, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Robinson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lucay sprawls well initially but Robinson persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Robinson looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Robinson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Lucay is looking to improve his position.
Lucay is looking to get back to full guard here but Robinson has managed to pass to side control instead.
Lucay wants to control but Robinson postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lucay tries to escape but Robinson is in control.
Lucay manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Lucay seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
#T1#
Lucay is pressing down on Robinson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Robinson is holding on for now.
Lucay is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Lucay looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Robinson wants to improve his position but Lucay is controlling well.
Robinson trying to control but Lucay postures up.
#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.
Lucay wants to take a breather but Robinson is having none of it.
Lucay keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A left and a right from Lucay both land. Nice combination. #T3#
Robinson dodges the punch combination from Lucay.
Robinson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lucay as he jumps to the side.
Lucay scores with a nice right hand.
Robinson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lucay throws a series of punches but Robinson avoids them all with ease.
Sloppy strikes from Lucay. Those never looked like landing.
Lucay throws a one two combo.
Lucay lands a nice hook to Robinson's body. Robinson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lucay bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A left and a right from Lucay both land. Nice combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lucay scores with a three punch combo!
#ROC2#
Robinson is rocked!#T4#
Lucay connects with a left and a right that sees a clearly hurt Robinson covering up! Lucay comes in with a big uppercut and Robinson goes doooown! He's slumped up against the cage, eyes staring blankly into space.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Rocky Lucay!
In defeat, Duncan Robinson stepped up to the mic, saying 'Well that's nightmare for me. But I'm gonna sure that I will be the winner next time and put my opponent's dreams into a nightmare.'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 05, 2018 |
#R1#
Robinson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tatang attempts a counter takedown but Robinson avoids it well and moves away.
Robinson looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#TD2#
Robinson fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Tatang to the ground. Robinson is now in Tatang's guard.#SUB#
Tatang working for a triangle but Robinson defends it easily.
Tatang trying to keep a closed guard but Robinson is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Robinson is sitting in close to Tatang's body. Tatang has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Robinson is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Robinson is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Tatang.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Yoel Tatang!
The defeated Duncan Robinson had this to say: 'Well that's nightmare for me. But I'm gonna sure that I will be the winner next time and put my opponent's dreams into a nightmare.'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 30, 2018 |
#R1#
A head kick by Robinson misses #TD2#
and Tatang counters with a takedown into side control. #ES#
Robinson throws Tatang to one side and escapes!
Robinson looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
A swing and a miss from Robinson.
Tatang tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tatang circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tatang swats away the attempt to clinch by Robinson.
Tatang changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tatang bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And Tatang tries to counter it with a takedown but Robinson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
The fight stays on the outside here - Robinson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tatang with the counter takedown but Robinson avoids it easily.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Tatang enables Robinson to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Tatang manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#T1##SUB2#
Tatang throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tatang looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Tatang is trying to control the position but Robinson postures up.
Tatang lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Tatang working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2#
Tatang trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tatang chips away with some ground and pound.
Tatang trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tatang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tatang passes Robinson's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Robinson has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Tatang tries to pass the half guard into mount. Robinson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Robinson is refusing to be controlled, as Tatang sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Tatang is trying to work for a kimura but Robinson is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Tatang seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Robinson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Tatang is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Robinson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tatang. #SUB2#
Tatang in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Robinson tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Tatang!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Yoel Tatang!
In defeat, Duncan Robinson stepped up to the mic, saying 'Well that's nightmare for me. But I'm gonna sure that I will be the winner next time and put my opponent's dreams into a nightmare.'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 28, 2018 |
#R1#
Key shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Robinson looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Key tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Robinson swivels and escapes.#CL2#
Robinson has managed to clinch.
Robinson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Robinson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Robinson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Key tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Robinson just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Margarito Key. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Key dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#TD#
Key has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Robinson uses from the top position.
Key wants to stand and escape but Robinson is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson throws a strike but Key rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Robinson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Key will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Key postures up.
#T1#
Robinson keeping moving, preventing Key from controlling successfully.
Key lands a couple of digs.
Key throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Key connects with a couple of short punches.
Key postures up in Robinson's guard and throws a big left but Robinson blocks it.
Key trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Key in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Robinson controls Key momentarily but Key frees himself. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Key trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Key really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Key fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Robinson avoids it really well and circles away.
Key is trying hard to land a takedown here. Robinson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
As Key backs off Robinson throws a huge counter combo but Key manages to avoid it all.
Key closes this distance looking for a takedown but Robinson circles away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Robinson.#TD#
Key closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Robinson did well to prevent Key getting side control.
Robinson tries to kick Key off in order to stand up. Key Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control. #T3#
Key wants to lay and pray for a moment but Robinson keeps working.
Key scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Robinson to see if he's OK.
Key lands an elbow.
Key working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Robinson is trying to control Key's posture but Key avoids it.
Robinson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Robinson is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Key works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Robinson struggling a bit here.
Key working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Robinson taking punishment in the form of punches.
Robinson is trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Margarito Key dominated that round.
That's time! Key's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Robinson leaves Key with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Robinson looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Key fails with the takedown.
Key fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Margarito Key. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Robinson is looking to clinch.
Robinson fails to land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Key looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Robinson is breathing heavily.
Key closes the distance and clinches up with Robinson, looking for a takedown. Key pushes Robinson against the cage but Robinson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Key shoots in for a takedown but Robinson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T1#
Key is trying hard to land a takedown here. Robinson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
Robinson decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#ES#
Key has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Robinson is on him like a limpet, forcing Key back against the cage.
Key lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Robinson is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Key controlling the action here for a moment.
#TD#
Key ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Key no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Key swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Key has a closed guard, preventing Robinson from standing up.
Robinson throwing strikes from guard but Key blocks nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Key pulls Robinson in close to his closed guard and prevents Robinson from doing any damage or advancing position.#T3#
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Key swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Margarito Key is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Key instigates a clinch. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Key tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Key dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#TD#
Key gets control of Robinson's arms and successfully pulls guard. Key will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Key throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Key has his hands on Robinson's head, controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Margarito Key dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Key fails with a takedown attempt.
Key shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Robinson as he jumps to the side.
Key stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Key wants it to stay on the feet.#CL#
Key gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Key tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Robinson just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Margarito Key. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Robinson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Key stalling in the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Robinson tries to circle away but Key has him pinned against the cage.#T1#
Key displaying some good clinch control by pressing Robinson up against the cage.
Key jumps guard but Robinson stands there with Key around his waist. Key gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Key is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Robinson can do to turn this around?
Key tries to pull guard but Robinson holds him up against the cage and eventually Key drops back down to his feet.
Key lands a damaging elbow.
Key tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Robinson smiles and moves away.
Robinson with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T2#
Robinson shoots in for a takedown but Key shows good takedown defense.
Key looks for a takedown but Robinson sprawls well.
Key shoots in looking for a takedown. Robinson tries to sprawl out of it but Key keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Robinson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Robinson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Robinson wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Robinson fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Key to the ground. Robinson is now in Key's guard.#ES#
Key uses the cage to get back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Key changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Robinson looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#T3#
Robinson is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Key has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Key in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Robinson is trying to get back to his feet.
Key lands an elbow.
Robinson is trying to improve his position.
Robinson is not content to let Key control the position. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Robinson is looking to reverse the position.
Robinson can't do much from the bottom here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Key tries for a takedown but Robinson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Key fails to land the takedown.
Robinson shapes to counter with a 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 Margarito Key.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Key, 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Margarito Key!
In defeat, Duncan Robinson stepped up to the mic, saying 'Well that's nightmare for me. But I'm gonna sure that I will be the winner next time and put my opponent's dreams into a nightmare.'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 26, 2018 |
#R1#
Robinson tries to clinch but Tatang moves out of range.
Robinson looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Robinson throws a body punch but Tatang moves out of range.
Robinson lands a glancing blow to the side of Tatang's head.
Robinson connects with a jab.#CL#
Robinson moves into the clinch.
Tatang tries to score a body lock takedown but Robinson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Robinson'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Robinson gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Tatang is looking to control Robinson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tatang avoid being mounted?
Robinson performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T1#
Tatang preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Tatang trying to control but Robinson postures up.
Tatang is looking to improve his position.
Tatang slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Tatang manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Robinson manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##T2#
Tatang throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tatang throwing strikes from guard but Robinson blocks nicely.
Tatang has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Tatang drops back looking for a leg! Robinson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Robinson manages to kick Tatang off! Tatang jumps back into Robinson's guard.
Tatang lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Tatang wants to control from the top but Robinson keeps moving. #T3#
Tatang looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tatang is working Robinson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Tatang sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Robinson's guard. #SUB2#
Tatang seems to be looking for submissions.
Tatang is looking to advance position but Robinson won't allow it. #SUB2#
Tatang wants to work for an arm triangle but Robinson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T4##SUB2#
Tatang is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Robinson has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Tatang is working for a submission of some sort.
Tatang thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Robinson is looking to escape.
Tatang drops an elbow to the side of Robinson's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Yoel Tatang will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Robinson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tatang drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Robinson defends it well.
Robinson throws a head kick that misses.
Tatang with the counter takedown but Robinson avoids it easily.
Tatang blocks a head kick by Robinson.
Tatang is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD#
Robinson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Tatang did well to prevent Robinson getting side control.
Tatang trying to control but Robinson postures up.
Robinson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tatang wants to get back to full guard.
Tatang is pressing down on Robinson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1#
Robinson wants to control from the top but Tatang keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tatang is trying to control the position but Robinson postures up. #SUB2#
Tatang has his foot on Robinson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Robinson works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Robinson has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Tatang to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Robinson is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Tatang pulls down on the head and he's put Robinson to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Yoel Tatang!
In defeat, Duncan Robinson stepped up to the mic, saying 'Well that's nightmare for me. But I'm gonna sure that I will be the winner next time and put my opponent's dreams into a nightmare.'.
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Event:
BANDAI 10: Magic
Date: Sep 19, 2018 |
#R1#
Second rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Robinson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Robinson appears to be looking for a big counter.
Second fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Robinson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Second.
Robinson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Second pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Second gets caught flat footed, as Robinson shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Second is looking to stand back up but Robinson counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Second. #REVB#
Robinson moves nicely into side control.
Robinson is looking to take a break and control but Second is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Robinson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Second is trying to buck Robinson off.#T1#
Second is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#SU#
Robinson decides to stand back up. Robinson steps back and let's Second get back to his feet.
Second throws a jab but it's blocked by Robinson.
Robinson thows a left - swing and a miss!
A little jabbing left from Second on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Robinson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Robinson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Second is trying to force a seperation but Robinson has the dominant position.
Robinson misses with a punch on the inside.
Robinson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Second to keep the fight standing.
Second dodges an elbow strike from Robinson.
Robinson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T2##BC#
Robinson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Robinson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A cross from Second lands.
Robinson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nice uppercut lands for Second. That snapped Robinson's head back.
Second looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD#
Second tries to sprawl but Robinson drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Robinson is breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!#ES2#
Second pushes Robinson off and gets back to his feet.
Second lands with a straight right. Robinson didn't see that one coming.
Robinson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Second cracks Robinson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Second scores with a nice strike.
Second throws a hook to the side of Robinson's head but Robinson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice jab there from Second.
Second with a hook.
Mr Second is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Robinson has managed to clinch.
#T3#
Robinson has Second pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Second manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Duncan Robinson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Second wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Second being controlled against the cage.
Robinson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Second just stands there and leans against the cage.
Robinson being controlled against the cage.#BC#
Robinson breaks from the clinch.
#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.
Robinson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Mr Second seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Second tests Robinson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Second lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Robinson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Second looks to land a right hand but Robinson moved out of range.
Robinson walks into a straight right hand from Second.
Robinson walks into a straight right hand from Second.
Robinson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Second lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Robinson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Robinson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Robinson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Second connects with the punch.
Robinson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Robinson moves out of range as Second strikes.
Second might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Second lands a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Second's corner calls for a 1-2. Second obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mr Second dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Second's jab looks to have found its range, popping Robinson under the eye.
Second has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Robinson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Second sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Second swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Robinson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Nice uppercut there from Second.
Second loads up on a big right hand but Robinson slips the punch.
Robinson moves out of range of the strikes.
Robinson moves out of range of the strikes.
Second scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Second connects with the punch.
Second tests Robinson's chin there with a solid looking shot.#ROC2#
Robinson is rocked!
Second lands a jab to the head.
Oh Robinson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mr Second seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Second grits his teeth and throws a big right-left combo! Robinson takes both shots clean on the chin and is out cold! Second cracks him once more on his way down, as the crowd goes wild! They enjoyed that one!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Mr Second!
During a confident post fight interview, Mr Second thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Duncan Robinson spoke after the fight, saying 'Well that's nightmare for me. But I'm gonna sure that I will be the winner next time and put my opponent's dreams into a nightmare.'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 13, 2018 |
#R1#
Winters shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Robinson but Robinson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Robinson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
It looked like Winters was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Winters keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD#
Winters fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Robinson sprawls well initially but Winters persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Robinson tries to roll over but Winters keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Winters tries to stand and escape but Robinson is controlling the position. #SUB#
Winters is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Winters is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Robinson sees it coming and defends easily.#T1#
Winters lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Winters prevents Robinson from improving his position.
Winters really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Robinson is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Winters wants to work for an arm triangle but Robinson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Winters is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Winters is trying to work for a kimura but Robinson is defending well.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Winters is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Robinson is looking for a sweep. Winters is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SU#
Winters decides to return to a standing position. #TD#
Robinson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Winters throws a big elbow that misses. #SU#
Winters gets to his feet. Robinson looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Robinson fails with an attempt to clinch.
#TD#
Winters gets the takedown into side control. #T3#
Winters working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Winters cracks Robinson with a big right hand but Robinson just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Winters lands a nice forearm strike. #SUB#
Winters wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Robinson, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Winters is trying to get an arm triangle but Robinson is defending well.
Winters scores with a couple of short elbows.
Robinson tries to improve position but can't.
Winters in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Robinson is trying to control Winters's posture but Winters avoids it. #T4#
Robinson defending against the ground and pound. #SU#
Winters decides to stand back up.
Robinson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Robinson looks winded!
Robinson misses with the body kick
and Winters counters with a left to the body.
Duncan Robinson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Winters scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Winters controlling the position from side mount.
Robinson is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Winters's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Winters with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Robinson trying to hold on to Winters's head to control him but Winters postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cletus Winters dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD#
Winters fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Robinson to the ground. Winters is now in Robinson's guard.#SUB#
Winters drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Robinson manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Winters has Robinson in his guard.#REVB#
Winters has his hands on Robinson's head, controlling the position.
Winters 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Winters has a closed guard, preventing Robinson from standing up.
Winters is pulling down on Robinson's head to control his posture.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Winters keeps moving.
Cletus Winters overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Robinson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #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.
Robinson is looking to stand up but Winters won't let him.
Robinson pushing down on Winters's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Winters is holding on to half guard well.
Robinson trying to control from half guard but Winters is working away.
Robinson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Robinson. #TD#
Winters throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Robinson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Winters is in Robinson's guard.
Winters has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Robinson is proving hard to escape from.
Winters postures up.
Robinson is breathing heavily.
Winters missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Winters distracts Robinson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Robinson trying to control the position.
Winters in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4#
Winters stands up over Robinson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Robinson trying to control the position.
Winters is working Robinson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Robinson working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Winters drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Winters as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Robinson screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Winters! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Cletus Winters!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 10, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Robinson moves into range and clinches up with Grimes.
Robinson is looking for a takedown.#TD2#
Robinson has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Grimes uses from the top position.
Grimes with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Robinson working for a triangle but Grimes defends it easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Robinson is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Grimes wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Grimes will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Grimes keeps moving.
Robinson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES#
Grimes is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Robinson pressing his opponent against the cage. #T1#
Robinson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Grimes just stands there and leans against the cage.
Come on Grimes - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Robinson being controlled against the cage.#BC#
Grimes escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Grimes misses with a looping right.
A head kick misses from Robinson.
Robinson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Grimes.
Grimes takes a kick to the side of the head.#CL2#
Robinson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T2##TD2#
Robinson has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Grimes uses from the top position.
Grimes throwing strikes but missing.
Robinson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Grimes postures up in Robinson's guard and throws a big left but Robinson blocks it.
Grimes throwing strikes from guard but Robinson blocks nicely.
Grimes with a flurry of punches that miss.
Grimes keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Robinson's head.
Robinson looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Robinson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Grimes can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Robinson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T3#
Grimes trying to control the position here.
Robinson preventing the sweep.
Grimes pulls Robinson in close to prevent any damage.
Grimes keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Grimes has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Grimes has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Robinson has passed into side control.
Grimes 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.
Grimes gets back to half guard.
Robinson lands strikes from half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Grimes wants to control but Robinson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Duncan Robinson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Robinson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Grimes wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Robinson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Grimes gets tackled into the cage by Robinson. Robinson maintains the clinch.
Grimes is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC2#
Robinson breaks from the clinch.
Grimes shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Robinson as he avoids it easily.
Grimes displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Robinson. #CL2#
Robinson rushes Grimes and presses him up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grimes gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Robinson.
Leroy Grimes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Duncan Robinson.
Grimes is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T1##TD2#
Grimes is fighting off a takedown attempt but Robinson is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Grimes to the mat. Grimes regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Robinson being controlled here momentarily.
Grimes looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Grimes is pulling down on Robinson's head. It's preventing any offense from Robinson, at least for the moment.#SUB2#
Robinson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2#
Grimes controlling the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Robinson clinches with his opponent.
Robinson has Grimes pushed against the cage.
A short uppercut from Robinson.
Grimes holding his opponent close, against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T3#
Grimes tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Grimes looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Robinson manages to break the clinch.
Robinson throws a series of punches but Grimes moves out of range. #CL2#
Robinson forces Grimes back against the cage and clinches.
Robinson looking for a takedown. #BC2#
Robinson manages to break the clinch.
Grimes stuffs the takedown.
Grimes tries to counter by clinching up but Robinson breaks away and moves out of range.#CL2#
Robinson takes the fight into the clinch.
Grimes tries to break the clinch but Robinson is controlling the position. #T4#
Grimes tries to stall but Robinson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#BC#
Grimes's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD2#
Robinson gets a takedown into half guard.#ES#
Grimes pushes Robinson off and gets back to his feet.
Robinson is breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Grimes misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#TD2#
Robinson shoots in and bounces Grimes off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES#
Grimes is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Duncan Robinson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Robinson has closed the distance and engaged Grimes in a clinch.
Grimes is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Robinson keeps control of Grimes as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Grimes is trying to stall.
Grimes trying to stall but Robinson improves his position.
Grimes looking to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson stalling against the cage.
#BC2#
Robinson breaks from the clinch.
Robinson lands with a nice combination. Grimes backs away looking to recover.#CUT2#
It looks like Leroy Grimes has been cut.#T1##CL2#
Robinson instigates a clinch.
Grimes wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Robinson jumps guard but Grimes turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Robinson wants to take the fight to the mat but Grimes manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Grimes just leaning against Robinson, taking a breather.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Robinson is trying to pull guard but Grimes turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Leroy Grimes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Duncan Robinson.
Robinson unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Grimes displaying some good clinch control by pressing Robinson up against the cage.
Grimes is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#T2#
Robinson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Grimes is defending well.#BC#
Grimes escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Robinson misses with a takedown #CL#
and Grimes moves into the clinch.
Grimes is trying to maintain a safe position but Robinson gets an underhook and turns Grimes into the cage.
Robinson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Grimes gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Robinson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Grimes looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Grimes slows down the pace here.
#BC2#
Robinson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T3#
Grimes misses the shot to the body.
Grimes tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Robinson paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Robinson forces Grimes back against the cage and clinches.#TD2#
Robinson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #SUB#
Robinson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Grimes has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Robinson has managed to get both his arms back between Grimes's legs - danger averted.
Grimes keeping full guard, as Robinson tries to pass.
Grimes keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Robinson preventing the sweep. #T4#
Grimes keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Grimes wants to sweep but no luck.
Robinson wants to stand but Grimes has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Robinson is looking to pass into half guard but Grimes pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Grimes is in guard.#REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson 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.
Grimes landing some decent shots from guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Grimes scoring with some ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Duncan Robinson.
I've got Robinson winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Duncan Robinson!
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