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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 04, 2018 |
#R1#
Abubalib darts in looking for a takedown but Hughes gets double underhooks and turns Abubalib into the cage. #CL#
Hughes gets a clinch. #TD#
Abubalib is fighting off a takedown attempt but Hughes is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Abubalib to the mat. Abubalib regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB2#
Abubalib throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hughes is stalling in the full guard.
Hughes passes Abubalib's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hughes frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Hughes scores with a couple of good head shots there.
#T1#
Hughes lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Hughes jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Abubalib manages to avoid the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hughes slows the pace down.
Hughes working the ground and pound.
Hughes controlling from side mount. #T2#
Hughes is looking to take a break and control but Abubalib is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Abubalib tries to bench press Hughes off him but Hughes keeps the position.
Hughes cracks Abubalib with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Hughes remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Abubalib is looking to regain half guard here but Hughes keeps moving and retains side control. #T3#
Hughes remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Hughes has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Abubalib can do anything to dispel that myth.
Hughes cracks Abubalib with a big elbow.
Abubalib takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Abubalib misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Hughes advances to mount.
Hughes lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Hughes looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hughes 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.#SU#
Hughes get's back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hughes keeps Abubalib at a distance using the push kick.
Hughes takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT2#
It looks like Matt Hughes has been cut.#TD#
Hughes drives through with a takedown into guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Matt Hughes dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Matt Hughes's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Hughes moves into the clinch.
Abubalib has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hughes after a bit of a struggle. #BC#
Hughes breaks the clinch.
Abubalib fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Hughes dives in and scores a takedown into Abubalib's guard.
Abubalib wants to get back to his feet but Hughes passes into half guard.
#REVB##SUB2#
Abubalib looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Hughes stands up from half guard. #T1#
Hughes tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD2#
Abubalib shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Hughes manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#ES#
Hughes pushes Abubalib off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #TD#
Abubalib gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Abubalib keeping full guard, as Hughes tries to pass.
Hughes might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hughes tries to stand but Abubalib is controlling from the bottom.
Hughes is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
Hughes postures up.
Hughes pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Abubalib is keeping the position for now.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hughes advances to half guard.
Still in half guard, Hughes seems content to control.#T3#
Abubalib has hold of Hughes's hands but Hughes slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Hughes is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hughes's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL#
Hughes gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Hughes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Abubalib can do to turn this around?
Hughes dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#TD#
Hughes ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Hughes no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #T4##SUB#
Abubalib got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hughes has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Abubalib has managed to get both his arms back between Hughes's legs - danger averted.
Hughes is controlling Abubalib's posture.#SUB#
Hughes is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Abubalib defends well.#SUB#
Hughes is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Abubalib is aware though and is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Abubalib stands and throws Hughes's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Hughes is looking for a sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Matt Hughes dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Matt Hughes's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Abubalib gets caught napping as Hughes dives in and scores a takedown. Abubalib manages to retain guard.
Hughes prevents Abubalib from getting back to his feet.
Hughes passes into half guard.
Abubalib wants to get back to full guard.
Hughes not doing much here.
#SU#
Hughes decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hughes fails in his attempt to clinch.
Abubalib tries a quick counter leg kick but Hughes is wise to it.#CL#
Hughes moves into the clinch successfully.
#T1#
The referee calls for Hughes to work.
#BC2#
Abubalib pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Hughes decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Abubalib wants to get back to full guard.
Hughes not doing much here.
#SUB#
Hughes wants to work for an arm triangle but Abubalib is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hughes keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T2#
Abubalib trying to hold on to Hughes's head to control him but Hughes postures up.
Abubalib is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Hughes is staying active.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Hughes is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hughes trying to mount his opponent but Abubalib defends it.
Abubalib is trying to stand.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3##CL#
Hughes has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC#
Hughes breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hughes looks to land a combination but Abubalib avoids it well.
Hughes misses with a body kick.#CL#
Hughes has closed the distance and engaged Abubalib in a clinch.
#TD#
Hughes jumps guard and drags Abubalib to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Abubalib preventing the sweep.
Abubalib stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hughes swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Abubalib throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Abubalib postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Hughes is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Abubalib, into his guard. #REVR##T4##ES2#
Abubalib wriggles free and stands up. #CL#
Hughes has Abubalib up against the cage in a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hughes blocks an uppercut.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hughes is trying to drag Abubalib to the mat but Abubalib just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD#
Hughes has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Abubalib clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
And that's the end of the fight!
Matt Hughes showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Hughes has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Matt Hughes!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 25, 2018 |
#R1#
Vargas defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Abubalib.#CL#
Abubalib rushes Vargas and presses him up against the cage.
Abubalib tries for a takedown. No joy.
Abubalib has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Vargas after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Babul Abubalib. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vargas tries to break free but Abubalib pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Abubalib breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Abubalib shoots for a takedown but Vargas saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
As Abubalib backs off Vargas throws a huge counter combo but Abubalib manages to avoid it all.
Babul Abubalib seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Abubalib tries to clinch but Vargas is having none of it.
Vargas shapes to counter with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abubalib wants to clinch.#T1#
Abubalib wants to clinch
and Vargas counters with a solid body kick.
Vargas slips a jab from Abubalib.
Vargas unleashes a big counter combination but Abubalib bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nice sprawl there from Vargas as Abubalib shoots in.
Abubalib shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Vargas pinned against the cage. Vargas gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Despite the aggression on Vargas's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Abubalib tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Vargas manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Abubalib fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vargas avoids it really well and circles away.#T2#
Abubalib tries to score with a low kick but Vargas moves his leg out of the way.
Abubalib wants to clinch
and Vargas counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Abubalib throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Vargas.
Abubalib has been working on his balance at , so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Vargas.
Abubalib fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vargas avoids it really well and circles away.#CL#
Abubalib clinches up with Vargas and pushes him back against the cage.#T3#
Vargas is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vargas is trying to force a seperation but Abubalib has the dominant position.#TD2#
Vargas jumps into guard, dragging Abubalib to the mat.
#ES2#
Vargas pushes Abubalib off and gets back to his feet.
Abubalib lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Abubalib looks to throw the jab but Vargas is out of range.
Vargas is looking for the big counter here.#T4#
Abubalib throws a nice looking combination but Vargas bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Vargas throws a fast counter high kick but Abubalib manages to duck under it in time.
Abubalib misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Vargas throws a counter combo.
Abubalib fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Vargas is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.#CL#
Abubalib moves into the clinch.
Abubalib stalling in the clinch.
Vargas wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Vargas has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Abubalib is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vargas is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Vargas has Abubalib pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Abubalib manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vargas looking for a takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Alejandro Vargas 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.
#R2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Abubalib looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Abubalib throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
As Abubalib backs off Vargas throws a huge counter combo but Abubalib manages to avoid it all.
Abubalib tries to clinch but Vargas is having none of it.
Abubalib misses with a lunging right hand
and Vargas finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Abubalib shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Vargas as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abubalib lands a right hook to the body.
#T1#
Abubalib moves in looking to clinch but Vargas pushes him off.
Vargas let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
The fight stays on the outside here - Abubalib looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Abubalib throws a big shot that misses.
Vargas raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Abubalib shoots in for a takedown but Vargas shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL#
Abubalib takes the fight into the clinch.
Vargas wants to break the clinch but can't.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Vargas has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T2#
Abubalib just leaning against Vargas, taking a breather.
Vargas tries to break free but Abubalib pushes him back against the cage.
Vargas has Abubalib pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Abubalib manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vargas tries to score a body lock takedown but Abubalib shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Vargas tries for a takedown. No joy.
Babul Abubalib has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alejandro Vargas.
Vargas tries to circle away but Abubalib has him pinned against the cage.#TD2#
Vargas manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Abubalib wants to stand but Vargas is controlling his posture from full guard.
Abubalib not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SU#
Abubalib stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T3#
Abubalib wants to clinch up but Vargas keeps it at a distance.
Vargas throws a counter combo.
Abubalib changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Vargas tries to avoid it but Abubalib manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Vargas to the ground. Vargas escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Vargas circles away from the clinch attempt.
Vargas throws a counter combo.
Vargas avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Vargas is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Abubalib throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Abubalib.
Vargas thinks about the counter body kick.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Abubalib looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Vargas is fending him off so far but Abubalib persists. Nope, Vargas circles away and we're back to standing.
Vargas raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Abubalib fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Abubalib is looking to clinch but Vargas is avoiding it.
Vargas steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Abubalib tries to clinch but Vargas is having none of it.
Abubalib shoots in but Vargas avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Vargas raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Abubalib is looking to clinch.
Vargas is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Abubalib wants to land a leg kick but Vargas is out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alejandro Vargas showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Abubalib chopping away at his opponent's legs.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Abubalib.
As Abubalib backs off Vargas throws a huge counter combo but Abubalib manages to avoid it all.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Abubalib.
Abubalib throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Vargas now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abubalib fails with the takedown
and Vargas counters with a three punch combo that has Abubalib backing up. Abubalib nods at Vargas to acknowledge the strikes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Babul Abubalib. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Abubalib is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Vargas throws a fast counter high kick but Abubalib manages to duck under it in time.#T1#
Vargas circles away from the clinch attempt.
Vargas only half commits to the counter leg kick.#CL#
Abubalib moves into the clinch.
Abubalib is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vargas wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC#
Abubalib breaks from the clinch.
Abubalib closes the distance but Vargas moves to the side
and Vargas counters with a nice uppercut.
Alejandro Vargas is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Abubalib is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
Abubalib is trying hard to land a takedown here. Vargas sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Vargas raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Abubalib throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vargas throws a counter combo.
Abubalib shoots and misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Vargas avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Vargas throws a fast counter high kick but Abubalib manages to duck under it in time.
Abubalib misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vargas.
Abubalib misses with a takedown
and Vargas counters with a one-two to the body.
Alejandro Vargas seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Abubalib misses with a hook to the body
and Vargas counters with an inside leg kick.
Vargas has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Abubalib has his takedown stuffed
and Vargas counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Abubalib closes the distance looking to clinch
and Vargas counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Vargas keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Vargas counters with a body kick.
Abubalib is looking to clinch. #T4#
Abubalib shoots in for a double leg but Vargas sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Abubalib goes for a double leg but Vargas avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Vargas continues to drive forward.
Abubalib throws a leg kick that is checked
and Vargas counters with a nice body kick.
Abubalib changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Vargas tries to avoid it but Abubalib manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Vargas to the ground. Vargas escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Vargas unleashes a big counter combination but Abubalib bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Abubalib looks to score with a jab to the body but Vargas is just out of range.
Abubalib wants to clinch.
Vargas counters with a body kick.
Babul Abubalib has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alejandro Vargas is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Abubalib swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Vargas counters with a nice kick to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alejandro Vargas comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Vargas 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Vargas!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 19, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Avery enables Abubalib to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Avery manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Avery tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Abubalib stops Avery from standing up.
Avery will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Avery really is a fat lump.
Avery wants to sweep but no luck.
Avery is working hard here to advance position.
Avery punching from the bottom - just letting Abubalib know he's still in a fight.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Avery keeping moving, preventing Abubalib from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Abubalib looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Avery has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Abubalib is on him like a limpet, forcing Avery back against the cage.#T1##TD#
Avery gets control of Abubalib's arms and successfully pulls guard. Avery will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Abubalib is looking to advance position but Avery has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Avery takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Abubalib stops Avery from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Abubalib can't escape the position.
#T2#
Abubalib is just holding on here. Avery manages to take his back.
#SUB#
Avery is cranking Abubalib's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Abubalib! He's tightened the choke and Abubalib is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dick Avery!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 14, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Abubalib closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Arteta did well to prevent Abubalib getting side control.
Abubalib looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Arteta controlling the position well. #SUB2#
Arteta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Arteta is looking for a sweep. Abubalib is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Arteta can do anything to dispel that myth.
Arteta keeps trying to improve his position.
Abubalib is pressing down on Arteta's thigh, looking to free his foot. Arteta is holding on for now.
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.
Arteta controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Arteta is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Abubalib's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Abubalib's back!#T1##SUB2#
Arteta is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB2#
Arteta patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
Arteta has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB2#
Arteta looking for the RNC.
Arteta trying to control.#SUB2#
Arteta working for a choke but Abubalib is defending well.
Abubalib trying to control but not successfully. #T2#
Abubalib is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Arteta.
#SUB2#
Arteta tightening his grip on Abubalib, looking for the choke.
Abubalib has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Good control from Arteta.
Arteta really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Abubalib. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB2#
Arteta is looking for a rear naked choke here but Abubalib reverses the position brilliantly into Arteta's guard!
Abubalib being controlled here momentarily. #T3#
Arteta wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Abubalib manages to pass to side control. #SUB2#
Arteta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Abubalib stops Arteta from getting back to his feet.
#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Arteta holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Arteta wants to control but Abubalib is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Arteta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Arteta trying to control here.
Arteta keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Arteta wants to improve his position but Abubalib is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Arteta looking for submissions off his back.
Arteta slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mikel Arteta 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.
#R2##TD2#
Arteta looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Abubalib!#SUB2#
Arteta is trying to get an arm triangle but Abubalib is defending well. #SUB2#
Arteta goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Abubalib rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Arteta's guard! Nice work there by Abubalib! #SUB2#
Abubalib got a little sloppy there for a moment and Arteta has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Abubalib has managed to get both his arms back between Arteta's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Abubalib got a little sloppy there for a moment and Arteta has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Abubalib has managed to get both his arms back between Arteta's legs - danger averted.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arteta is pulling down on Abubalib's head. It's preventing any offense from Abubalib, at least for the moment.#SUB2#
Arteta is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Abubalib is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
Arteta looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Abubalib trying to control but Arteta is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Arteta looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Arteta throws his legs up looking for a submission but Abubalib uses it to pass to side control.
Arteta manages to work his way to half guard, despite Abubalib's best efforts.#SUB2#
Arteta looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Arteta looking for submissions off his back.
Arteta wants to improve his position but Abubalib is controlling well.
#T2#
Abubalib prevents Arteta from standing back up.
#SUB2#
Arteta looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Arteta is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Abubalib pulls his head out easily.
Arteta trying to control here.
Arteta tries to roll over but Abubalib keeps him under control.#T3##SUB2#
Arteta actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Arteta is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Abubalib pulls his head out easily.
Babul Abubalib overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Arteta tries to roll over but Abubalib keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Arteta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Arteta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Arteta is trying to control but can't.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Arteta fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Abubalib to the ground. Arteta is now in Abubalib's guard.#T4#
Abubalib keeping full guard, as Arteta tries to pass. #SUB2#
Arteta thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Arteta thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Arteta wants to control from the top but Abubalib keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arteta pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Abubalib is keeping the position for now.
Arteta stopping the sweep attempt from Abubalib.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Mikel Arteta will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Arteta throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Abubalib was covering up waiting for the punch and Arteta finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB2#
Arteta drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Abubalib manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Arteta has Abubalib in his guard.#REVR#
Arteta 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.
Arteta is looking to stand up but Abubalib isn't so interested in that idea.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Arteta looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Abubalib passes into side control.
Arteta is looking for a sweep.#T1#
A control attempt from Arteta but he's now mounted!
Arteta is looking to get to half guard.
Arteta is still trying to improve position.#T2#
Arteta regains half guard.#SUB2#
Arteta looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Arteta looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Arteta is trying to get back to full guard.
Arteta desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Arteta is trying to control but can't.
#T3##SUB2#
Arteta looking for submissions off his back.
Arteta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Arteta is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Abubalib pulls his head out easily.
Arteta tries to roll over but Abubalib keeps him under control.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Arteta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Arteta gets back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Arteta had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Abubalib defends it easily.
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 Babul Abubalib.
Well Arteta 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mikel Arteta!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 11, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Knight takes the fight into the clinch.
Abubalib tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Knight just stands there and leans against the cage.
Abubalib tries to circle away but Knight has him pinned against the cage.#TD#
Knight has clasped his hands together around Abubalib's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Abubalib is trying to control Knight's posture but Knight avoids it.
Knight landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Abubalib taking punishment in the form of punches.
Abubalib really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Knight. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes there by Knight.#SUB#
Knight looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Knight thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1#
Abubalib tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Knight wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Abubalib taking a bit of punishment here - Knight scoring with strikes.
Knight working the body and head with strikes.
Abubalib looks winded!#SUB#
Knight is trying to get an arm triangle but Abubalib is defending well. #SUB#
Knight is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Abubalib has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Abubalib wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Knight has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Abubalib's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Abubalib is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Knight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Antoine Knight!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Johnson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Abubalib looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Johnson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Abubalib.
Johnson has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Abubalib fails with a takedown attempt.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The crowd cheers as Johnson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Abubalib doesn't seem phased though.
Abubalib takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abubalib dodges the punch combination from Johnson.
Johnson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Abubalib avoids it really well and circles away.#T1#
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Abubalib as he avoids it easily.
Abubalib tries to clinch but Johnson moves out of range.
As Abubalib backs off Johnson throws a huge counter combo but Abubalib manages to avoid it all.
Johnson scores with a jab.
Abubalib slips a jab and a cross from Johnson.
Johnson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Babul Abubalib has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joey Johnson.#CL#
Abubalib darts in and clinches Johnson up against the cage.
Johnson gets underhooks to prevent Abubalib's takedown attempt.
Abubalib has been working on his balance at Dream Big Academy, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Johnson.
Johnson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T2#
Abubalib keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Johnson's efforts to push away.
Johnson wants to take the fight to the mat but Abubalib manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Abubalib tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Johnson just stands there and leans against the cage.
Johnson is trying to break the clinch but Abubalib is controlling him.#BC#
Abubalib pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown but Abubalib shows good takedown defense.
Johnson looks to land a combination but Abubalib avoids it well. #TD2#
Abubalib gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Johnson to score an easy takedown into full guard.#T3##SU2#
Abubalib is working an open guard so Johnson takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Johnson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Johnson works over Abubalib's head and body with a nice combination.
Abubalib avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Johnson looks for a takedown but Abubalib sprawls well.
Abubalib tries to clinch up.
Johnson appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Abubalib shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Johnson as he avoids it easily.
Johnson is looking for the big counter here.#T4#
Johnson misses with a few strikes there.
Abubalib attempts a counter takedown but Johnson avoids it well and moves away.
A punch combination from Johnson misses.
Johnson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Johnson lands a right hook to the body.
Johnson throws a right and a left that Abubalib avoids nicely.
Johnson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Johnson misses with a few strikes there.
Abubalib is looking for a counter combo.
Abubalib slaps away a takedown attempt from Johnson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joey Johnson dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Abubalib throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Johnson lands with a cross.
Johnson thuds a left hand into Abubalib's body.
No joy there for Abubalib, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Johnson throws a counter combo.
Abubalib takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Abubalib takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from Johnson. Those never looked like landing.
Babul Abubalib is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Abubalib as he jumps to the side. #T1#
Some wild striking there from Johnson.
Abubalib closes the distance but Johnson moves to the side
and Johnson counters with a one-two to the body.
Abubalib takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Johnson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Some wild striking there from Johnson.
Johnson misses with a double jab.
Abubalib checks a leg kick nicely.#T2#
Johnson tries to bum rush Abubalib with a series of wild strikes but Abubalib uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Abubalib fails with an attempt to clinch.
Some wild striking there from Johnson.
Joey Johnson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Johnson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Abubalib fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Johnson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#T3#
A punch combination from Johnson misses.
Abubalib shoots for a takedown but Johnson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Johnson lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Johnson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Abubalib.
Abubalib avoids a kick to the body.
Johnson throws a front kick aimed at Abubalib's knee but Abubalib avoids it well.
Abubalib slips a jab and a cross from Johnson.
Johnson misses with a two punch combination.
Johnson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T4#
Johnson throws a right hand that Abubalib ducks under and follows up with a left that Abubalib also avoids with ease.
Abubalib dives in and grabs Johnson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Johnson pushes down on Abubalib's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Babul Abubalib. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice straight punches there by Johnson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Johnson.
Abubalib throws a series of punches but Johnson moves out of range.
Johnson stalks Abubalib and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Abubalib's face. Abubalib staggers backwards, shaken.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Johnson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Babul Abubalib seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Johnson closes the distance and clinches up with Abubalib, looking for a takedown. Johnson pushes Abubalib against the cage but Abubalib circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joey Johnson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Johnson shoots for a double leg takedown but Abubalib sprawls well. He's pushed Johnson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown but Abubalib shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Johnson moves away from the strike by Abubalib.
Johnson throws out a counter right but Abubalib avoids it with no problem.
Johnson throws a leg kick
and Abubalib counters with a head kick.
Sloppy strikes from Johnson. Those never looked like landing.
Abubalib fires out a quick counter leg kick but Johnson just manages to avoid it.
Johnson throws a push kick but Abubalib slaps the foot to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Babul Abubalib has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joey Johnson.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Johnson misses with a double jab.
Left hook, right uppercut from Johnson. #T1#
Johnson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Abubalib has his takedown stuffed
and Johnson counters with a left and a right that stings Abubalib.
Abubalib closes this distance looking for a takedown but Johnson circles away.
As Abubalib backs off Johnson throws a huge counter combo but Abubalib manages to avoid it all.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown but Abubalib shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Johnson with a hook.
Johnson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Johnson counters with a series of strikes. Abubalib will be more careful next time no doubt. #T2#
Abubalib stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Abubalib wants it to stay on the feet.
Abubalib tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Johnson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Johnson throws a counter combo.
Abubalib moves to clinch but Johnson breaks away
and Johnson counters with a series of strikes. Abubalib will be more careful next time no doubt.
Abubalib darts in looking for a takedown but Johnson gets double underhooks and turns Abubalib into the cage.
Johnson looks to land a combination. Abubalib sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Abubalib tries for a takedown but Johnson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Johnson lands a jab to Abubalib's midsection.#T3#
Johnson misses with a wild combination.
As Johnson looks to move away, Abubalib throws a big counter combo but Johnson just gets out of the way.
Johnson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Abubalib moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Abubalib drops down looking for a counter takedown but Johnson sprawls and moves away.
Abubalib dives in for a single leg takedown but Johnson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Johnson shoots in for a double leg but Abubalib sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Johnson looks to land a combination but Abubalib avoids it well.
Johnson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Abubalib wants to clinch up but Johnson keeps it at a distance.
Danga de danga de dang - Johnson scores with a four punch combination!#T4#
Abubalib shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Johnson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Johnson shoots in looking for a takedown but Abubalib manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Johnson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Abubalib went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Abubalib lands a nice looking body kick.
Johnson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Abubalib fails in his attempt to clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Johnson throws a right and a left that both miss.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joey Johnson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Johnson 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joey Johnson!
A relieved looking Joey Johnson thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 05, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Taneyev moves into range and clinches up with Abubalib.
Abubalib looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Abubalib tries to pull guard but Taneyev won't allow it.
A head punch on the inside from Taneyev fails to land.
Abubalib wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Taneyev misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Taneyev fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Taneyev misses with a short punch on the inside.
Taneyev tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Abubalib jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Taneyev walks away with a smile on his face. Abubalib gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
We've been told by Abubalib's head coaches at Dream Big Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#CL2#
Taneyev clinches up with Abubalib and pushes him back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Taneyev fails to land.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Taneyev lands with a short shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taneyev misses with the head strike.
Abubalib blocking some punches.
Taneyev is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Taneyev slows down the pace here.
#T1#
Abubalib blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Taneyev.
Taneyev is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Taneyev tries a body shot but Abubalib blocks it.
Taneyev tries to throw a body punch but Abubalib avoids it by throwing Taneyev back against the cage.
Abubalib has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Taneyev.
Taneyev tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Taneyev misses with some punches.
Taneyev is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
#BC#
Abubalib pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Taneyev rushes Abubalib and presses him up against the cage.#T2#
Taneyev tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Taneyev doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Taneyev taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Abubalib is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Taneyev prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Babul Abubalib. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Abubalib tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Taneyev smiles and moves away.
Taneyev tries to clinch up.
Abubalib is looking for a counter combo.#CL2#
Taneyev takes the fight into the clinch.
Abubalib blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Taneyev doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Taneyev tries to throw a body punch but Abubalib avoids it by throwing Taneyev back against the cage.
The referee calls for Taneyev to work.
Taneyev looking to slow down the pace here.#T3#
Abubalib wants to stall.
Abubalib is working for takedown but Taneyev is calmly controlling the position for now.
Taneyev throws a head punch that misses.
Taneyev swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Abubalib prevents a body shot from Taneyev.
Abubalib is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Taneyev pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Abubalib blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Taneyev tries to stall but Abubalib uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Abubalib is trying to stall.
Taneyev throws a head punch that misses.
Taneyev goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Taneyev swings wildly with an uppercut but Abubalib uses good head movement to avoid it.
The referee calls for Taneyev to work.
#T4#
Taneyev content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Taneyev stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Taneyev tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Abubalib breaks the clinch.
Taneyev tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Abubalib paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Abubalib is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Taneyev.#CL2#
Taneyev moves into the clinch.
Abubalib blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Abubalib.
Taneyev managing to block the knees to the body from Abubalib.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Abubalib blocks an uppercut.
Taneyev fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Taneyev fails to land.
Abubalib wants to break free but Taneyev has control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Valentin Taneyev dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Abubalib fails with the takedown.
Taneyev throws a head kick that half lands.
Abubalib circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL2#
Taneyev takes the fight into the clinch.
Taneyev misses with some punches.
Taneyev tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Taneyev struggles to land a body shot inside as Abubalib controls his hands.
Taneyev tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taneyev trying to stall but Abubalib improves his position.
Taneyev misses with a hook from the clinch.
Taneyev has Abubalib pressed against the cage.
Taneyev can't find room to land a body shot as Abubalib controls the action.
#T1#
Taneyev throws a punch but it's blocked by Abubalib.
Taneyev misses with a punch on the inside.
Abubalib tries to pull guard but Taneyev holds him up against the cage and eventually Abubalib drops back down to his feet.
Taneyev holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Taneyev tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Abubalib is trying to drag Taneyev to the mat but Taneyev just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Babul Abubalib. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Taneyev taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Abubalib is looking to control Taneyev's arms but Taneyev gets an underhook and turns him. Now Abubalib has his back to the cage.
Taneyev controlling the action here for a moment.
Abubalib blocks a body shot from Taneyev. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Taneyev lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Taneyev stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Taneyev doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Taneyev tries to work over Abubalib's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Taneyev slows down the pace here.
Abubalib blocks a body shot from Taneyev.
Taneyev wants to stall.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Valentin Taneyev.
Taneyev feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Abubalib's calf.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Abubalib. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Abubalib.
Abubalib blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Valentin Taneyev seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Taneyev misses with a punch on the inside.
Taneyev controlling the action here for a moment.
Taneyev has a couple of punches blocked by Abubalib.
Abubalib jumps guard but Taneyev stands there with Abubalib around his waist. Abubalib gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Taneyev working aggressively here.
Taneyev content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Taneyev throws a punch but it's blocked by Abubalib.
Taneyev stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Abubalib being controlled against the cage.#T4##BC#
Abubalib's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Valentin Taneyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Abubalib circles away from the clinch attempt.
Taneyev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Taneyev is looking to clinch but Abubalib is avoiding it.
Taneyev stuffs the takedown.
Abubalib shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Taneyev but Taneyev pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2#
Taneyev clinches with his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Abubalib blocks an uppercut.
#BC#
Abubalib breaks the clinch.
Abubalib circles away from the clinch attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Valentin Taneyev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Taneyev tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Abubalib misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Taneyev shapes to counter with a head kick.#CL2#
Taneyev closes the distance and pushes Abubalib back into the cage.
Taneyev looking to slow down the pace here.
A bit of stalling here from Taneyev.
Taneyev swings wildly with an uppercut but Abubalib uses good head movement to avoid it.
Taneyev taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Abubalib being controlled against the cage.
Taneyev tries to throw a body punch but Abubalib avoids it by throwing Taneyev back against the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taneyev throws a head punch that misses.
Taneyev tries to throw a body punch but Abubalib avoids it by throwing Taneyev back against the cage.
Taneyev has Abubalib pushed against the cage.#T1#
Taneyev fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Taneyev stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Valentin Taneyev.
Abubalib shoots in for a takedown but Taneyev shows good takedown defense. #CL2#
Taneyev clinches.
Abubalib tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Taneyev just stands there and leans against the cage.
Abubalib prevents a body shot from Taneyev.
Abubalib can't break the clinch.
Taneyev is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Taneyev throws a punch but it's blocked by Abubalib.
Abubalib tries to pull guard but Taneyev forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Babul Abubalib. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Taneyev tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Abubalib's elbow.
The referee is keeping an eye on Taneyev - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#T2#
Taneyev stalling.
Abubalib blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Taneyev displaying some good clinch control by pressing Abubalib up against the cage.
Abubalib trying to stall but Taneyev improves his position.
Abubalib blocks an uppercut.
Taneyev misses with the head strike.
Taneyev swings wildly with an uppercut but Abubalib uses good head movement to avoid it.
Taneyev misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Abubalib breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Taneyev moves in looking to clinch but Abubalib pushes him off.
Taneyev tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
As Taneyev tries to get set, Abubalib tries to push him back and clinch up but Taneyev manages to avoid the attempt.#T3#
Abubalib swats away the attempt to clinch by Taneyev.
Taneyev throws a half hearted mid kick.
Abubalib tries to counter with a takedown but Taneyev is quick to defend against it.#CL#
Abubalib closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Taneyev misses with the head strike.
Valentin Taneyev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The referee is keeping an eye on Taneyev - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Taneyev misses with a short punch on the inside.
Abubalib drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Taneyev gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Abubalib tries to pull guard but Taneyev holds him up against the cage and eventually Abubalib drops back down to his feet.
#T4#
Taneyev has a couple of punches blocked by Abubalib.
Abubalib blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Taneyev working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Taneyev.
Taneyev misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Babul Abubalib has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Abubalib fails to pull the fight into his guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Valentin Taneyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Taneyev 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Valentin Taneyev!
A victorious Valentin Taneyev thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 03, 2018 |
#R1#
Abubalib wants to clinch.
Vargas stuffs the takedown attempt from Abubalib. Abubalib gets slowly back to his feet.
Vargas let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Abubalib fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Abubalib fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Vargas, pushing him back against the cage.
Vargas wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Abubalib has him pressed against the cage.#T1#
Vargas is looking to break free of the clinch but Abubalib has double underhooks. #BC2#
Vargas manages to break the clinch.
Abubalib shoots in for a takedown but Vargas shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Babul Abubalib. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Abubalib is breathing heavily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Abubalib.#CL#
Abubalib closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Abubalib's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Vargas leaves Abubalib with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T2#
Abubalib misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Vargas is looking for the big counter here.
Abubalib misses with a body shot.
Abubalib tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Abubalib shoots and misses
and Vargas counters with a low kick, right behind Abubalib 's knee.
Abubalib tries to clinch up but Vargas circles away and keeps his distance.
Vargas is looking for the big counter here.
Abubalib tries to clinch up.
Vargas lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Abubalib shoots and misses
and Vargas counters with an outside leg kick.
Abubalib tries to close the distance and clinch but Vargas swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Vargas unleashes a big counter combination but Abubalib bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Abubalib throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Vargas's waist but Vargas gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Abubalib off to one side. #T3#
Abubalib shoots in looking for a takedown. Vargas tries to sprawl out of it but Abubalib keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Vargas manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Vargas avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Abubalib fails with a takedown attempt.
Despite the aggression on Vargas's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Abubalib is defended easily by Vargas.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Abubalib wants to clinch.
Despite the aggression on Vargas's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Abubalib misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Abubalib goes for a double leg but Vargas avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Vargas continues to drive forward.
Abubalib throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Vargas let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Abubalib closes the distance looking to clinch
letting Vargas counter with a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alejandro Vargas dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Abubalib throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Vargas counters with a nice leg kick.
Abubalib misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Abubalib has his takedown stuffed#KD2#
and Vargas counters with a crisp one two that drops Abubalib! Vargas thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Abubalib to his feet! Abubalib is in big trouble!
Abubalib tries to clinch but Vargas moves out of range.
Vargas throws a counter combo.
We've been told by Abubalib's head coaches at Dream Big Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Abubalib tries to clinch up.
Vargas replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Abubalib blocks it well.
Abubalib tries to clinch but Vargas moves away
and Vargas counters with a left and a right that stings Abubalib.
Abubalib is looking to clinch.
Vargas looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Abubalib gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Vargas counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Babul Abubalib is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Abubalib doesn't manage to clinch there - Vargas circles away.
Vargas has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Abubalib tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Vargas counters with a huge uppercut, hook combination that drops Abubalib! The ref has seen enough - he's dived in to stop the fight! Brutal strikes by Vargas!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alejandro Vargas!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 29, 2018 |
#R1#
Dungey throws a right and a left that both miss.
Eric Dungey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good shot there by Dungey.
Abubalib fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dungey avoids it really well and circles away.
Dungey shoots in looking for a takedown. Abubalib tries to sprawl out of it but Dungey keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Abubalib manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dungey's corner calls for a 1-2. Dungey obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abubalib takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Abubalib shoots for a takedown but Dungey saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Abubalib fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Babul Abubalib. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
No luck for Abubalib with that takedown attempt.
Dungey looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Good exchange - Dungey coming out on top.#KD2#
Dungey lands a left and a right that send Abubalib crashing to the mat, dazed. Dungey thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Abubalib is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Babul Abubalib has been cut.
Nice cross by Abubalib.
Abubalib shoots in and drives through. Dungey sprawls well.
Dungey scores with a hook to the body. Abubalib takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dungey misses with a takedown
and Abubalib counters with a three punch combo that has Dungey backing up. Dungey nods at Abubalib to acknowledge the strikes.
A lazy left from Dungey finds it's target.
Abubalib has his takedown stuffed#CL2#
and Dungey counters by moving into the clinch.
Abubalib tries to pull guard but Dungey holds him up against the cage and eventually Abubalib drops back down to his feet.
#T2#
Abubalib tries to pull guard but Dungey forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Abubalib is breathing heavily.
Abubalib tries for a takedown but Dungey manages to get underhooks.
#BC#
Abubalib breaks from the clinch.
Eric Dungey is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Abubalib takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dungey misses with the combination.
Dungey lands a body shot.
Dungey cracks Abubalib with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nice jab there from Dungey.
Dungey is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Abubalib had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Abubalib throws a lazy head kick
and Dungey counters with a deadly accurate combination that rocks Abubalib badly! He tries to strike back but Dungey puts an end to that with another precision combo that knocks Abubalib out cold! Oh man, Abubalib will never hear the end of this one!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Eric Dungey!
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