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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 17, 2019 |
#R1# Andrey on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. McBarz connects with a jab.#CUT2# It looks like Prince Andrey has been cut. Bobby McBarz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. McBarz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. McBarz fails to land with a series of punches.
Andrey takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. McBarz throws a combination. Andrey tries to block but a couple of punches get through. Andrey takes a jab right on the kisser.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Andrey takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#ROC2# Andrey is rocked! McBarz stuns Andrey with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Oh Andrey is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Andrey is breathing heavily. McBarz steps into range and unloads a brutal right left combo! Andrey is out on his feet! McBarz sets himself and nearly takes Andrey's head off with a straight right, sending him crashing to the mat! Wow, that was nasty... but awesome! Wooo!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Bobby McBarz! In his post fight interview, Bobby McBarz started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 23, 2018 |
#R1# Andrey takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Andrey tries to move into range but Blades moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CUT# It looks like Prince Andrey has been cut. Blades listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#KD# Blades lands a big head kick that sends Andrey tumbling to the mat! Blades takes a step backwards and waves Andrey back to his feet - he wants the finish! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Andrey seems to be squinting his left eye. Perhaps he got a poke in that previous exchange. Blades shows no mercy and swarms him with a barage of strikes! Andrey is backing up but Blades catches him with a final right hook that drops him! Andrey covers up and the referee steps in to end the fight! Blades Jumps to his feet and flashes his guns to the crowd. Oh yeah, baby! How'd you like them apples?!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Benny Blades! Our winner, Benny Blades, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 15, 2018 |
#R1# Andrey has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Andrey there as he acknowledges the shot.#CUT# It looks like Prince Andrey has been cut. Dravezesdi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Andrey stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD2# Andrey is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Dravezesdi's half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Andrey is looking to take a break and control but Dravezesdi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Dravezesdi is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Andrey's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Andrey's back!#SUB# Andrey is trying to defend against the choke here but Dravezesdi has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Dravezesdi Tightens the hold and Andrey taps out furiously! Dravezesdi displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Vulcahn Dravezesdi! After winning the bout, Vulcahn Dravezesdi thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 06, 2018 |
#R1# Moreno fails with an attempt to clinch.
Moreno moves in looking to clinch but Andrey pushes him off. Andrey unleashes a big counter combination but Moreno bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Moreno tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD2# and Andrey counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Moreno working a defensive guard here.
Andrey controlling from the top position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB# Moreno has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Andrey can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Moreno wants to sweep here but Andrey controlling him for the moment. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet. Andrey is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Moreno tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Andrey paws at him with a jab and circles away. Leandro Moreno seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2# Andrey shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Andrey showed some decent athleticism there. Moreno slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Andrey's corner is telling him to maintain position. We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T3##SUB# Moreno escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Andrey gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Andrey content to stall in guard here. #T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Moreno is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2# Moreno gets caught flat footed, as Andrey shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Andrey engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Prince Andrey dominated that round. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2# Moreno moves in looking to clinch but Andrey pushes him off. Despite the aggression on Andrey's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Andrey circles away from the clinch attempt.
Andrey is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Moreno tries to clinch but Andrey moves out of range. Moreno moves to clinch but Andrey breaks away #TD2# and Andrey counters with a takedown into side control. Moreno is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Andrey off and has taken his back! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Moreno missing with strikes from the back. Moreno is hanging on to Andrey's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB# Andrey is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Moreno gets his way!
#T1##SUB# Moreno is looking for the choke from the back position but Andrey is controlling his hands well. Andrey covering up well and avoiding damage. Andrey has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Moreno misses with a punch to the head. Andrey wants to escape the position.
Andrey looking very determined here, making life difficult for Moreno.
#SUB# Moreno patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T2# Moreno misses with an elbow to the head. Moreno is controlling the position but Andrey somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Andrey tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. Moreno wants to stand but Andrey has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. Nice strikes from Moreno there. Andrey gets full guard.#T3# Moreno throws a strike but Andrey rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# Moreno is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Moreno is pulling down on Andrey's head. It's preventing any offense from Andrey, at least for the moment. Andrey controls the pace of the fight for a moment. We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Moreno wants to clinch.#TD2# Andrey closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Moreno quickly recovers to half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Prince Andrey showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R3##TD2# Andrey closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Moreno trying to control but Andrey postures up.
Andrey trying to control the pace. Moreno tries to get to full guard but Andrey has control of the leg. #T1# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Moreno trying to control but Andrey postures up.
Moreno is controlling Andrey's trapped leg to prevent Andrey from advancing to side control. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. Andrey is figuring out what he wants to do next.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Andrey feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#T2##SUB# Moreno looking for subs off his back but Andrey has passed one foot through into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Andrey in particular looking to stall. Andrey not landing any meaningful shots this time. Still in half guard, Andrey seems content to control.#T3# Moreno tries to roll over but Andrey keeps him under control. Moreno trying to control here.
Andrey throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Moreno is looking to get back to full guard here but Andrey has managed to pass to side control instead. Moreno sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Moreno wants to control but Andrey is keeping busy and won't allow it. Andrey keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Andrey changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Moreno looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. Moreno tries to get back to half guard but can't. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Andrey just content to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight! Prince Andrey comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Andrey has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30 Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30 Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Prince Andrey!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 29, 2018 |
#R1# Sharp stuns Andrey with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#TD2# Sharp fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Andrey to the ground. Sharp is now in Andrey's guard. Andrey is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR# Andrey blocks the strikes from Sharp.
Sharp tries to kick Andrey off but Andrey keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Sharp is trying to get back to full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Andrey lands with a punch from half guard. Andrey is controlling the pace.
#T1# Andrey is thwarting Sharp's attempts to control the position. Sharp scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Andrey manages to mount him!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Sharp's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. Sharp is in all sorts of trouble here.
Sharp tries to hold on but Andrey pushes him away. Andrey takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2# Sharp is looking to improve his position but Andrey isn't that keen on the idea. Sharp tries to hold on but Andrey pushes him away. Andrey content just to control the position here. Sharp wants to hold on but Andrey pushes him away.#T3# Sharp is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Sharp is trying desperately to improve position. Sharp looks winded! Andrey controlling his opponent. Andrey has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Andrey lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Andrey tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Andrey seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Sharp for as long as he can get away with. Sharp is trying desperately to improve position. Andrey is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Sharp can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Sharp is looking to get to half guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Andrey looking to control and managing it successfully. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Prince Andrey dominated that round. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2##TD2# Sharp scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Sharp with the ground and pound but Andrey regains half guard under the barage of strikes. Sharp wants to take a breather but Andrey is having none of it. Andrey tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. Sharp blocks the strikes from Andrey.
Prince Andrey overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Sharp thows a huge punch but Andrey dodges it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sharp sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Andrey defending well though. Sharp is looking to stand up but he'll have to free his leg first. Instead, Andrey manages to get to full guard. Sharp wants to control from the top but Andrey keeps moving. Sharp must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1# Sharp missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Sharp throws an elbow that misses. Andrey uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Sharp's guard. Nice move by Andrey!#REVR# Sharp wants to get back to his feet but Andrey passes into half guard.
Sharp is breathing heavily. Well, if Andrey is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Sharp wants to control but Andrey is keeping busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Sharp wants to improve his position but Andrey is controlling well.
#T2# Sharp has a hand on Andrey's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Andrey takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Sharp can't escape the position.
Sharp is trying to stand. Andrey controlling from mount. Sharp throwing hammer fists to the chest of Andrey. What's that going to do exactly? Andrey controlling the position easily from mount. Sharp is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T3# Andrey looking to control and managing it successfully. Sharp wants to control but Andrey is having none of it. Andrey takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Andrey lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Andrey controlling the position easily from mount. Andrey lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Andrey tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Andrey continues to stall. 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.
Prince Andrey dominated that second round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round! #R3# Sharp misses with the combination.
Andrey circles away from the clinch attempt.
Sharp swinging wildly here.
Sharp throws a combination that misses #CL# and Andrey counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Sharp trying to control the position but instead, Andrey has worked for underhooks and has pushed Sharp into the cage.#TD# Andrey pulls guard effortlessly. Andrey is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sharp can do to turn this around? We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Andrey tries to strike from the bottom.
Sharp trying to move into half guard but instead Andrey has managed to sweep!#REVR##T1##SUB2# Sharp has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Andrey is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Sharp. Sharp takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Sharp is trying to buck Andrey off. Sharp being controlled for a moment. Andrey working away. A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#ES2# Sharp sneaks out the side door and pushes Andrey away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape. Sharp throws a head kick but Andrey moves out of range.
Andrey tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sharp sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Andrey somewhat. Sharp tries to clinch but Andrey is having none of it. Andrey tries to counter by clinching up but Sharp breaks away and moves out of range.#TD# Andrey gets the takedown into side control. Sharp is trying to improve his position.#T3# Andrey controlling from side mount. Sharp is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Andrey is controlling him well. Sharp is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Andrey controls the position. Andrey landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. Sharp wants to get back to his feet.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Sharp is trying to escape the position but Andrey is controlling the position. Phil Sharp has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Sharp is trying to improve his position. Andrey working the head and body with strikes. Andrey scores with punches from side control. A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Andrey's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
And that's the end of the fight! Prince Andrey showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Andrey, 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 Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27 Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27 Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Prince Andrey!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 24, 2018 |
#R1# Baker shoots and misses and Andrey counters with a two punch combo. Baker tries to score a power double leg takedown but Andrey sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Baker somewhat.#TD2# Baker gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Andrey to score an easy takedown into full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Baker wants to sweep here but Andrey controlling him for the moment. #T1# Andrey seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. Baker wants to get back to his feet but Andrey is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Andrey wanted to stand there but Baker had control of the position. Baker wants to stand up but Andrey is controlling him. #T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Andrey preventing the sweep. #SU2# Andrey stands up from Baker's guard - Andrey perhaps looking for a knockout. Baker goes for a double leg but Andrey avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Andrey continues to drive forward. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dennis Baker. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2# Andrey shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Baker's guard. Baker wants to stand up but Andrey is controlling him. Baker trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #T3# Baker trying to keep a closed guard but Andrey is proving a slippery customer.
Baker looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Andrey postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Baker is looking to stand up but Andrey isn't so interested in that idea. Andrey 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. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Baker shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Andrey pinned against the cage. Andrey gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Baker shoots and misses #CL2# and Andrey counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC2# Andrey breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Baker is trying hard to land a takedown here. Andrey sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Baker could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#TD2# Andrey feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Baker looking for a sweep. Not yet Baker, not yet. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Andrey seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Baker 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. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Prince Andrey dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2##TD2# A momentary lapse in concentration from Baker enables Andrey to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Baker manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Baker trying to strike off his back.
Andrey seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. Andrey wants to get up but he can't break Baker's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Baker is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Baker 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. Prince Andrey has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1# Andrey is standing up over Baker. Baker looks to escape but Andrey dives into side control.
Andrey staying calm.#SU2# Andrey decides to stand up, so the ref orders Baker to his feet. #T2# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#TD2# Andrey scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Baker is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Baker is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Andrey jumps into side control! Baker is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here. Baker looking for a sweep but Andrey has passed into full mount! Oh no! Baker is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T3# Baker is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Baker tries to get back to half guard but can't. Andrey looking to control but Baker is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Andrey content just to control the position here. Baker is looking to improve his position but Andrey isn't that keen on the idea.#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Andrey avoids the attempt from Baker to control. Andrey content just to control the position here. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Baker tries to lock up and control but Andrey gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Prince Andrey showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round! #R3# Baker shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Andrey as he jumps to the side. Dennis Baker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Baker fails with the takedown#TD2# and Andrey counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Andrey's corner is telling him to maintain position. Let's hope that Andrey has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Andrey wanted to stand there but Baker had control of the position. #T1# Andrey preventing the sweep. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2# Andrey darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Baker wants to sweep but Andrey has passed to side control! Andrey controlling from side mount. #T2# Baker wants to get back to his feet. Baker is looking to reverse the position. Andrey controlling the position from side mount. #SU2# Andrey has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #T3# Baker shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Andrey as he avoids it easily. Andrey tries to counter with a clinch but Baker shakes him off and moves away. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dennis Baker. That's going to take a lot out of him. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Baker darts in looking for a takedown but Andrey gets double underhooks and turns Baker into the cage. Andrey is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Baker throws a head kick that misses and Andrey counters with a series of strikes. Baker will be more careful next time no doubt. Baker misses with a takedown attempt and Andrey counters with a series of strikes. Baker will be more careful next time no doubt. Baker falls off balance throwing a combination
#CL2# and Andrey counters by clinching up. #BC2# Andrey's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4##TD2# Excellent takedown into side control there by Andrey. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Baker is being controlled here. Baker tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SU2# Andrey decides to stand back up. Andrey steps back and let's Baker get back to his feet. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2# Andrey shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Baker is looking to get back to is feet but Andrey passes into side control.
And that's the end of the fight! Dennis Baker showed his dominance in that final round. Well Andrey has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 28:29 Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 28:29 Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Prince Andrey!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 17, 2018 |
#R1# Malina tries for a takedown but Andrey sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Malina tries to close the distance and clinch but Andrey swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Andrey stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Andrey wants it to stay on the feet. Malina misses with a body kick. Malina fails in his attempt to clinch. Malina has a takedown stuffed. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anton Malina. 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. Andrey leaves Malina with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Malina will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Anton Malina seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Malina shoots for a takedown but Andrey saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T1# Andrey fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Malina shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL2# and Andrey counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC2# Andrey breaks from the clinch.
Andrey avoids a kick to the body.
Malina misses with a leg kick. Malina tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Andrey defends well and Malina ends up having to push Andrey into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Malina has his takedown stuffed#CL2# and Andrey counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Andrey. Malina is breathing heavily.#T2##BC# Malina's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Malina throws a head kick but Andrey moves out of range.
Andrey unleashes a big counter combination but Malina bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Andrey tries for a takedown but Malina circles away easily and Malina counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Malina tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Andrey swivels and escapes. Andrey circles away from the clinch attempt.
Andrey wants to counter the offense by Malina and move into the clinch position. Andrey fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Malina tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Andrey manages to circle out of the way.#TD2# Andrey fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Malina sprawls well initially but Andrey persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Andrey prevents Malina from improving his position. Andrey trying to control the pace. #T3##SU2# Andrey decides to return to a standing position. #TD2# Malina tries to sprawl but Andrey drives through with a takedown into half guard. Malina pushes Andrey off but Andrey dives into side control.
Malina really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Andrey is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SU2# Andrey stands up and beckons Malina to his feet. Malina tries to close the distance and clinch up but Andrey swats him away and circles back towards the center. Andrey tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Malina swivels and escapes. No luck with that takedown attempt from Malina. Despite the aggression on Andrey's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Malina is looking to clinch. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Prince Andrey dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2##TD2# Malina gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Andrey to score an easy takedown into full guard. Andrey is standing up over Malina. Malina looks to escape but Andrey dives into side control.
#REVR# Andrey looks up at the clock and then as Malina takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Andrey smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
#SU2# Andrey decides to take the fight back to the feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Andrey keeps the fight on the outside. Malina stuffs the takedown attempt from Andrey. Andrey gets slowly back to his feet. Andrey has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1# Malina tries for a takedown but Andrey sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Andrey wants to counter the offense by Malina and move into the clinch position. Malina throws a sloppy head kick #CL2# and Andrey counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Andrey. Malina blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Malina just misses with a elbow thrown towards Andrey's brow. Malina tries for a takedown but Andrey manages to get underhooks.
Malina fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anton Malina. That's going to take a lot out of him. Malina jumps guard but Andrey turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2# Andrey's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Malina will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Andrey wants to counter with a clinch but Malina pushes him away. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2# A lazy body kick from Malina #CL2# and Andrey counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Malina is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Andrey gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC# Malina escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Andrey will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Malina doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2# and Andrey counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2# Andrey's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Malina tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Andrey swivels and escapes.#TD2# Andrey shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Andrey showed some decent athleticism there. #T3# The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Andrey connects with a nice short shot to Malina's temple. Still in half guard, Andrey seems content to control. Malina wants to sweep but Andrey has passed to side control!#SU2# Andrey stands up and beckons Malina to his feet. Prince Andrey seems to be getting the better of the standup. Malina throws a lazy head kick and Andrey counters with a one-two to the body. #TD2# Andrey gets the takedown into side control. Andrey in side control lands a decent elbow. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4# Malina can't do much from the bottom here. Andrey happy to just control the position for now. Malina is looking to reverse the position.#SU2# Andrey has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #TD2# Andrey fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Malina sprawls well initially but Andrey persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Malina wants to stand back up but Andrey manages to pass into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Prince Andrey showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round! #R3# Malina moves in looking to clinch but Andrey pushes him off. Andrey lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Malina throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Andrey's waist but Andrey gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Malina off to one side. Andrey wants to counter the offense by Malina and move into the clinch position.#TD2# Andrey shoots in and gets a takedown into Malina's guard.#SU2# Andrey stands up from Malina's guard - Andrey perhaps looking for a knockout. Malina tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2# and Andrey counters with a single leg into guard. Malina didn't expect that. Malina tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SU2# Malina is working an open guard so Andrey takes the opportunity 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! Malina doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2# and Andrey counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1# Andrey wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#BC2# Andrey escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Andrey goes for a double leg but Malina avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Malina continues to drive forward. No luck with that takedown attempt from Malina. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anton Malina. That's going to take a lot out of him. Malina shoots in and drives through. Andrey sprawls well. As Malina backs off Andrey throws a huge counter combo but Malina manages to avoid it all. Andrey stuffs the takedown attempt from Malina. Malina gets slowly back to his feet. #T2# Malina defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Andrey.#TD2# A momentary lapse in concentration from Malina enables Andrey to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Malina manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Andrey not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Andrey is continuing to stall. Prince Andrey has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3# Let's hope that Andrey has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#SUB# Malina has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Andrey can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Andrey controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Malina shoots in for a takedown but Andrey shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Malina dives in and grabs Andrey's left leg, looking for a takedown. Andrey pushes down on Malina's head and hops out. Malina sets himself, and Andrey steps forward looking for the clinch! Malina avoids it this time. Andrey shoots for a double leg takedown but Malina sprawls well. He's pushed Andrey's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Anton Malina is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Malina tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Andrey swivels and escapes. Andrey wants to counter with a clinch but Malina pushes him away. No luck for Malina with that takedown attempt. Andrey tries to counter with a clinch but Malina shakes him off and moves away. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2# Malina gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Malina is looking to stand back up but Andrey counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Malina.
And that's the end of the fight! Anton Malina showed his dominance in that final round. Well Andrey has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 28:29 Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29 Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Prince Andrey!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 31, 2018 |
#R1# Andrey closes the distance and clinches up with Loogie, looking for a takedown. Andrey pushes Loogie against the cage but Loogie circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Loogie has a takedown stuffed.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2# Loogie escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2# Loogie drives through and clinches with Andrey against the cage.
Andrey is trying to pull guard but Loogie turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Andrey tries to land knees in the clinch but Loogie avoids the damage to the body. Loogie lands an elbow inside. #CUT2# It looks like Prince Andrey has been cut. Loogie lands an elbow just above Andrey 's eye. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A short right from Loogie. Loogie manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Loogie throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Andreys head. Loogie slowing the pace effectively.#T1# Andrey can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Prince Andrey. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2# Loogie manages to break the clinch.
No luck for Andrey with that takedown attempt. Loogie is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL2# Loogie has taken the fight to the clinch.
Loogie comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Loogie scores with an uppercut up the middle. Loogie scores a nice knee to the body.
Loogie drops down looking for an ankle pick but Andrey pulls his leg out and moves away.
Andrey shoots in looking for a takedown. Loogie tries to sprawl out of it but Andrey keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Loogie manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Prince Andrey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2# Loogie has closed the distance and engaged Andrey in a clinch.
#T2# Loogie scores with a shot to the side of Andrey's head. Andrey tries to pull guard but Loogie holds him up against the cage and eventually Andrey drops back down to his feet.
Loogie lands a nice elbow. #CUT2# Prince Andrey's cut is getting worse. Andrey takes an elbow to the forehead. This has been an exciting period of action! Loogie has Andrey pressed against the cage.
Andrey takes an elbow to the temple. Andrey is trying to pull guard but Loogie turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Loogie controlling the action here for a moment.
Loogie lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT2# Prince Andrey's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Andrey tries to pull guard but Loogie forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Andrey is trying to pull guard but Loogie has him pressed against the cage. Andrey tries to break the clinch but Loogie is controlling the position. #T3# Andrey can't break the clinch.
Andrey is breathing heavily. Loogie is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#BC2# Loogie's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2# Loogie gets in close and instigates a clinch. Loogie unloads a knee to the mid-section. Andrey is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Andrey takes a knee right on the jaw!
#CUT2# Jeez, Prince Andrey's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Prince Andrey's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Hocka Loogie! Hocka Loogie decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 27, 2018 |
#R1##TD# Andrey closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Greer wants to improve his position but Andrey is controlling well.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Greer can do anything to dispel that myth. Andrey seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SU# Andrey escapes and gets back to his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Greer stuffs the takedown.#TD2# Greer manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Andrey on his heels. He'll look to pass Andrey's guard now, I'm sure. Andrey is trying to control the position but Greer postures up. Greer must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1# Andrey pulls Greer in to control the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Andrey is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Andrey trying to strike off his back.
Andrey keeping moving, preventing Greer from controlling successfully. Greer not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Andrey punching from the bottom - just letting Greer know he's still in a fight. We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB# Andrey is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Greer rolls with it to try and escape but Andrey cranks on the arm and Greer is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Prince Andrey!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 18, 2018 |
#R1# Andrey shoots for a double leg takedown but Hubbard sprawls well. He's pushed Andrey's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2# Andrey closes the distance and clinches. #BC# Hubbard escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
No luck for Andrey with that takedown attempt. #CL2# Andrey fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hubbard, pushing him back against the cage.#BC# Hubbard's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL# Hubbard darts in and clinches Andrey up against the cage. Hubbard is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Andrey tries to pull guard but Hubbard won't allow it.
Garland Hubbard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Prince Andrey. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC# Hubbard breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Andrey misses with the combination.
#TD2# Andrey closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hubbard quickly recovers to half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1# Andrey throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Andrey seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Hubbard is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment. Andrey is figuring out what he wants to do next. Andrey has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Andrey is thwarting Hubbard's attempts to control the position.#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Andrey content to control rather than advance. Hubbard pushes Andrey off looking to stand but Andrey dives back in and keeps control.
#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL# Hubbard moves into the clinch.#TD2# Andrey has picked Hubbard up - he's going for a ride! Andrey dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Andrey with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3# Hubbard is holding on to half guard well. Hubbard is trying to stand back up but Andrey is controlling him
Andrey is figuring out what he wants to do next. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Hubbard is trying to maintain the position but Andrey is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL# Hubbard closes the distance and pushes Andrey back into the cage. Andrey tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Hubbard smiles and moves away.
Andrey gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Hubbard counters with a left and a right that stings Andrey. Hubbard throws a body kick that misses. Andrey shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL# Hubbard has managed to clinch.
Hubbard really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC# Hubbard breaks from the clinch.
Andrey tries for a takedown but Hubbard sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL2# Andrey rushes Hubbard and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Garland Hubbard dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Hubbard throws a right hand that Andrey ducks under and follows up with a left that Andrey also avoids with ease. Garland Hubbard is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2# Andrey gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Andrey is trying to pull guard but Hubbard has him pressed against the cage. Hubbard gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Andrey.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. A shot in the inside from Hubbard. #TD2# Andrey pulls guard successfully.
Andrey not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Andrey striking off his back but it's not causing Hubbard any problems. Hubbard is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Andrey trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. Hubbard won't allow Andrey to sweep him here. #T1# Hubbard trying to control the position from guard on top but Andrey is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Hubbard is really struggling to control Andrey but he's trying to hold on to the position. Andrey looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hubbard is one step ahead there. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Andrey throws a body kick that misses #TD# and Hubbard counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Hubbard trying to control from half guard but Andrey is working away. Hubbard is thwarting Andrey's attempts to control the position. Hubbard is trying to control. Andrey wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Hubbard wants to stand but Andrey has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #T2# Hubbard perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Andrey gets full guard. Andrey has a closed guard, preventing Hubbard from standing up. Andrey is adopting a defensive guard. Andrey throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL# Hubbard rushes Andrey and presses him up against the cage. Andrey drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hubbard gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Garland Hubbard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Prince Andrey. Hubbard taking a breather.#T3# Hubbard is looking to control Andrey's arms but Andrey gets an underhook and turns him. Now Hubbard has his back to the cage. Hubbard being controlled against the cage. Andrey tries to pull guard but Hubbard won't allow it.
Andrey can't get the takedown.
Andrey is trying to pull guard but Hubbard turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Andrey is breathing heavily.#BC# Hubbard breaks the clinch.
Hubbard is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Andrey can do to turn this around? Andrey misses with a takedown and Hubbard counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL# Hubbard moves into the clinch. Andrey is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#BC# Hubbard's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4##CL# Andrey tries to keep at a distance but Hubbard has taken the fight into the clinch. Andrey is looking for a takedown. Both fighters working to control the clinch. Andrey jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hubbard walks away with a smile on his face. Andrey gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL# Hubbard forces Andrey back against the cage and clinches.#BC# Hubbard pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2# Andrey takes the fight into the clinch. Hubbard is struggling to control the position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Hubbard slowing the pace effectively. Hubbard looking to stall.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Garland Hubbard dominated that second round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3# Andrey throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2# Andrey feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Andrey stopping the sweep attempt from Hubbard. Hubbard is trying to keep Andrey in close.
Andrey controls the pace of the fight for a moment. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hubbard trying to control the position.
#SUB# Hubbard looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T1##SU2# Andrey stands up from Hubbard's guard - Andrey perhaps looking for a knockout. Hubbard leaves Andrey with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Hubbard shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Andrey eats them both and turns towards Hubbard to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#TD2# Andrey drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Andrey scores with punches from side control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2# Andrey looking to control but instead Hubbard has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard. Hubbard is trying to maintain the position but Andrey is very close to passing his half guard. Andrey is taking a breather. Hubbard says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something. Andrey missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3# The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Andrey lands a nice short elbow. Hubbard tries to get to full guard but Andrey has control of the leg. Andrey controlling the action here. #SU2# Andrey postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Hubbard to stand up. #T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#CL# Hubbard forces Andrey back against the cage and clinches. Andrey is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Hubbard prevents the takedown attempt.
Garland Hubbard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Prince Andrey.#BC2# Andrey's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Andrey tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hubbard defends well and Andrey ends up having to push Hubbard into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL# Hubbard gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Hubbard trying to stall but Andrey improves his position.
Hubbard tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Andrey avoids it. Hubbard throws a punch but it's blocked by Andrey. Andrey jumps guard but Hubbard stands there with Andrey around his waist. Andrey gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#BC# Hubbard breaks the clinch.
Garland Hubbard is winning the standup battle so far. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Hubbard pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Andrey raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick. Prince Andrey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Garland Hubbard is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position.
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 Garland Hubbard. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Hubbard, 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 30:27 Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27 Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Garland Hubbard!
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