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Event:
SMASH: Sasaki vs Boomer
Date: Jan 08, 2023 |
#R1#
Baker lands with a kick to the temple. Hearn shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT#It looks like Thomas Hearn has been cut.
Hearn lands a nice leg kick that just misses Baker's sensitive parts.
Baker misses with a left hand
and Hearn counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Baker throws a lazy head kick
and Hearn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hearn moves out of range of the body kick from Baker.
Baker misses with a hook.
Hearn misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Baker.
Baker lands a nice hook to Hearn's body. Hearn takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Baker looks to score with a jab to the body but Hearn is just out of range.
Baker misses with an uppercut
and Hearn counters with a thumping low kick.
Hearn takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Hearn looking to land some kicks to the body here.
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!
Baker throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Hearn makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Hearn wants to slow Baker down by chopping away at his legs. #T1#
Hearn throws a leg kick
and Baker counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hearn thinking.
Baker just misses with a punch to the body.
Baker throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Baker throws a looping overhand right but Hearn ducks down to avoid it.
Hearn looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hearn blocks a jab.
Baker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hearn moves away.
Hearn now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Hearn avoids the body shot from Baker.
Baker misses the jab.
Hearn let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Hearn explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Baker has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chikara MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Baker misses with a shot to the body
and Hearn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Baker lands a high kick!
Hearn lands a nice hook to Baker's body. Baker takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Baker uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hearn.#T2#
Baker misses with a left hand
and Hearn counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Baker throws a predictable looking body shot
and Hearn counters with a nice body kick.
Hearn throws a leg kick which misses Baker's front leg but catches the back leg as Baker tries to avoid it.
Hearn paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Hearn connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Baker momentarily.
A jab from Baker finds it's way through Hearn's defenses.
Baker lands a slapping body shot.
Baker misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Baker throws a sloppy head kick
and Hearn counters with a slapping leg kick.
Hearn lands with a hook. Baker tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hearn lands a head shot.
Baker connects with a solid leg kick. #T3#
Baker misses with a hook
and Hearn counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Baker throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hearn cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Baker cracks Hearn with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Baker throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hearn looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Baker misses with a body punch
and Hearn counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Baker throws a sloppy body shot
letting Hearn counter with a right hand.
Hearn scores with a jab to the body.
Baker misses with a body punch
and Hearn counters with a stiff right hand.
A shot to the body from Baker misses
enabling Hearn to counter with a crisp jab.
A big left from Baker misses.
Baker swings for the body but Hearn moves out of range.
Baker throws an off balance right hand
and Hearn counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hearn jabs Baker to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Baker misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hearn.
Hearn is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Baker had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Baker swings for the body but Hearn moves out of range.
Baker misses with an uppercut
letting Hearn counter with a right hand.
Baker scores with a nice right hand.
Baker takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Baker loads up on a big right hand but Hearn slips the punch.
Hearn flicks out a counter leg kick but Baker steps away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hearn.
Baker pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hearn thuds his right hand into Baker's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Baker throws a head kick that misses
enabling Hearn to counter with a crisp jab.
Baker pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Hearn dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thomas Hearn's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Baker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A countering left hand to the body from Hearn misses.
Baker bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Hearn takes a swing at Baker's ribcage but misses.
Hearn chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Baker can pounce on him.
Baker listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Baker.
Baker lands with a hook. Hearn tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Baker tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hearn was well out of range. Poor timing from Baker.
Hearn scores with a jab to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Hearn takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Baker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hearn.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Baker misses with an uppercut
and Hearn cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Baker blocks a low kick nicely.
Hearn connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Hearn throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Baker throws a right hand that misses
and Hearn cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fighters circling - Baker throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Baker rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hearn counters with a nice low kick that buckles Baker's knee momentarily.
Baker throws a body punch but Hearn moves out of range.
Baker backing away here, and Hearn unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Baker looks to score with a jab to the body but Hearn is just out of range.
Hearn connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Hearn scores with a leg kick.
Thomas Hearn seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Baker swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hearn on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#T2#
Baker pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hearn is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Baker is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Hearn fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Baker.
Baker throws a head kick but Hearn moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Baker falls off balance throwing a combination
and Hearn counters with a nice body shot.
Baker throws a lazy head kick
and Hearn counters with an inside leg kick.
Baker throws a head kick that misses.
Baker misses with an uppercut
and Hearn counters with a nice kick to the body.
Hearn lands a jab.
Baker throws a head kick that misses
and Hearn counters with a nice kick to the body.
Hearn pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Baker back to the cage. Hearn follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Hearn lands a slapping body shot.
#T3#
Hearn dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Baker. That did some damage!
Hearn walks into a stiff left hand from Baker.
Baker moves out of range of the body kick from Hearn.
A looping hook to the body misses from Baker. Hearn does a little dance to reset his feet.
And Hearn responds with a good body kick, but Baker manages to step out the way in time.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Baker might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Baker throws a sloppy head kick and Hearn moves out of range easily.
A combination from Baker does no damage.
Baker throws a lazy uppercut
and Hearn makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hearn.
Baker looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hearn tries a quick counter leg kick but Baker is wise to it.
Baker misses with a left hand
and Hearn counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Hearn lands with a cross. #T4#
A punch lands to the side of Baker 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Baker walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A swing and a miss from Baker.
Baker stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hearn.
Hearn looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Baker stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hearn.
Baker looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Baker thuds his right hand into Hearn's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Jeff Baker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baker throws a big shot that misses.
Baker loads up on a big right hand but Hearn slips the punch.
Hearn uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Baker.
Baker throws a jab when Hearn was well out of range.
Baker jabs Hearn right on the nose. Hearn blinks but takes it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Hearn showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Thomas Hearn's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Baker throws a leg kick that misses.
Hearn doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Hearn misses the jab.
It looked like Baker wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Baker misses with a left hand
and Hearn makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Hearn comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Baker takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Hearn blocks a jab.
Hearn uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Baker.
Baker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hearn.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker misses with a body shot.
Hearn looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Baker misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice cross by Baker.
Hearn lands a leg kick that knocks Baker off balance momentarily.#T1#
Hearn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hearn dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice body punch from Hearn.
Baker lands with a right hand.
Baker throws a jab but it's blocked by Hearn.
Hearn blocks a head kick by Baker.
Hearn connects with a body shot that sends Baker's belly button to the back.
Baker throws a looping overhand right but Hearn ducks down to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Hearn misses.
Hearn staying out of range there.
Baker throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hearn counters with a nice uppercut.
Hearn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Baker misses with a body punch
and Hearn counters with a straight right hand.
Jeff Baker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Hearn throws a nice inside leg kick.
Baker misses with a body shot
enabling Hearn to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baker throws a hook but Hearn blocks it.
Hearn lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Baker tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Baker takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Baker throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hearn flicks out a counter leg kick but Baker steps away.
Baker ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Baker lands a nice shot to the body.
Baker throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hearn avoids the body shot from Baker.
Hearn's corner calls for a 1-2. Hearn obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Hearn looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T3#
Hearn bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Baker throws a head kick but Hearn moves out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Baker looks to throw the jab but Hearn is out of range.
Thomas Hearn is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Baker swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baker throws a jab but it's blocked by Hearn.
Hearn lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Hearn. That's going to slow Baker down.
Hearn cracks Baker with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Baker cracks Hearn with a good jab.
Baker misses with a left hand
and Hearn counters with a good low kick that Baker was not able to check.
Baker pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hearn doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T4#
Baker throws a sloppy head kick
and Hearn cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hearn is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Nice defenses there by Hearn.
Nice uppercut there from Hearn.
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!
Baker lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hearn cracks Baker with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hearn tries to land a front kick but Baker steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Baker lands a body shot.
Baker throws a lazy uppercut
and Baker takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Baker takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Baker misses with a body shot
enabling Hearn to counter with a crisp jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thomas Hearn comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Hearn 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 Hugh Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Hearn!
A relieved looking Thomas Hearn thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Jeff Baker stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thank you all for your support over the years. I'm not saying it's for sure, but I'm really going to consider what's next for me. If this is the end, it's been a great ride.'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Frewin vs Sasaki
Date: Dec 17, 2022 |
#R1#
Baker throws a head kick that misses
and Costeau counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Raphaël Ambrosius Costeau seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baker throws a hook but Costeau avoids it easily.
Costeau with a nice calf kick.
Costeau has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Costeau misses with an uppercut. Baker saw that one coming.
Baker seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A head kick by Costeau misses
and Baker connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Costeau misses with a leg kick.
Baker throws a counter high kick but Costeau was just alert enough to avoid it.
A low kick from Costeau misses
and Baker counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Costeau missing with a left hand there. Baker was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Baker swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Costeau misses with a wild body shot.
Baker keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Costeau.#T1#
Baker uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Costeau.
Baker is looking to counter the offense by Costeau and move into the clinch.
Baker throws an off balance right hand
and Costeau cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Costeau stuns Baker with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Baker throws a right hand that misses
and Costeau counters with a nice uppercut.
Costeau tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Baker was well out of range. Poor timing from Costeau.
Baker appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Costeau dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Baker lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Baker throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Baker has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chikara MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.#T2#
Costeau swings for the body but Baker moves out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Costeau.
Baker checks a leg kick.
Baker is looking to counter the offense by Costeau and move into the clinch.
Baker throws a lazy right hand but Costeau sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Baker misses with an uppercut
and Costeau counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Baker dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Costeau. That did some damage!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baker throws a right hand that misses
and Costeau counters with a nice kick to the body.
A big left from Costeau misses.
Baker half committed to a counter leg kick.
Costeau throws an off balance right hand
and Baker counters with an inside leg kick. #T3#
Baker throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Baker walks into a straight right hand from Costeau.
Baker uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Costeau.
Baker is looking to counter the offense by Costeau and move into the clinch.
Costeau misses with a low kick.
Baker stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Costeau.
Baker checks a leg kick nicely.
Baker misses with a straight right.
Baker keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Baker feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Baker uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Costeau.#T4#
Baker misses with a lunging right hand
and Costeau counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Baker ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Costeau moves away from the strike by Baker.
Costeau throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Baker stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Costeau scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Costeau darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Costeau throws a head kick that misses.
Baker fires out a quick counter leg kick but Costeau just manages to avoid it.
A low kick from Baker misses
and Costeau connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Raphaël Ambrosius Costeau dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Baker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Costeau.
Costeau throws a head kick that misses.
Costeau throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Costeau throws a body punch but Baker moves out of range.
Baker is looking to counter punch.
Costeau defending well as Baker loads up on a big left hand.
Baker avoids the body shot from Costeau.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Costeau throws a right hand that misses
#CL#
and Baker holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Costeau blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Costeau can't find room to land a body shot as Baker controls the action.
#T1#
Costeau tries a body shot but Baker blocks it.
Baker lands a nice uppercut.
Baker blocks a body shot from Costeau.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Baker.
Baker tries to stall but Costeau uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A nice left hand lands by Costeau.
Costeau misses with a short punch on the inside.
Costeau lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Costeau.
Baker working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Costeau can't find room to land a body shot as Baker controls the action.
Costeau misses with a body punch.
Costeau tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Costeau wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Costeau lands a left hand that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Costeau misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Costeau.
Costeau tries to work over Baker's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Costeau misses with the head strike.
Baker working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T2#
Costeau fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Costeau tries to work over Baker's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Baker throws a head punch that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Costeau swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Costeau lands a body punch in the clinch.
Baker swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Costeau tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baker's elbow.
Baker tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Baker has a couple of punches blocked by Costeau.
Baker misses with a short punch on the inside.
Baker swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Costeau struggles to land a body shot inside as Baker controls his hands.
Costeau tries to throw a body punch but Baker avoids it by throwing Costeau back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Costeau.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Costeau.
Baker tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Costeau.
Baker doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Baker looking to throw knees to the head but Costeau is blocking nicely.
#T3#
Costeau tries to work over Baker's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Costeau misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Baker tries to land a knee to the head but Costeau blocks with his arms.
Baker lands a left hand.
Costeau pushes Baker back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Costeau lands with a short shot to the head.
Baker tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Costeau lands a body punch in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Baker.
Costeau on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Baker swings wildly with an uppercut but Costeau uses good head movement to avoid it.
Costeau lands a right hand that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Costeau can't find room to land a body shot as Baker controls the action.
Baker misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Baker misses with the head strike.
A nice left hand lands by Costeau.
Baker using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Costeau has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Baker swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T4#
Costeau tries a body shot but Baker blocks it.
Baker blocks a body shot from Costeau.
Baker throws a knee to the head but misses.
Costeau misses with a body punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baker stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Baker lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Costeau misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Costeau tries to circle away but Baker has him pinned against the cage.
Costeau scores with a nice hook to the head.
Costeau lands a hook that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Costeau presses Baker against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Good body shot from Costeau.
Costeau blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Costeau lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Baker or not.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Costeau misses with the head strike.
Costeau tries to work over Baker's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Baker tries to work over Costeau's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Costeau tries to throw a body punch but Baker avoids it by throwing Costeau back against the cage.
Costeau lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Raphaël Ambrosius Costeau 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Costeau pushes Baker away with a front kick.
A head kick by Costeau misses
and Baker counters with a nice low kick that buckles Costeau's knee momentarily.
Costeau throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Baker counters with a nice uppercut.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Costeau.
Costeau swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Baker wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Baker is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Costeau.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Costeau.
Baker was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Costeau swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baker is looking to counter the offense by Costeau and move into the clinch.
Baker walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T1#
Baker misses with a left hand
and Costeau counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Costeau with a nice cross.
Costeau misses with a straight left.
Costeau misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Baker.
Baker is looking to counter punch.
Costeau misses with an uppercut. Baker saw that one coming.
Baker wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Costeau swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Costeau swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Costeau connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jeff Baker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Costeau motions for Baker to come forward. Costeau throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Costeau looks to throw the jab but Baker is out of range.
Costeau misses with an uppercut. Baker saw that one coming.
Costeau lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Baker at a distance.
Baker defending well as Costeau loads up on a big left hand.
Baker slips a jab and a cross from Costeau.
That kick from Costeau tenderised Baker's leg. Baker is trying to keep his angry face on.
Baker tries a head kick but it misses.
#T3#
Costeau throws a half hearted mid kick.
Baker walks forward, straight into a front kick from Costeau.
Costeau throws a body punch but Baker moves out of range.
Baker throwing a counter right hand but Costeau manages to avoid it.
Costeau tests Baker's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Baker on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Baker avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Baker tries to counter by clinching up but Costeau breaks away and moves out of range.
Costeau ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T4#
Baker throws a lazy uppercut
and Costeau counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A nice leg kick from Costeau, right into the meat of the thigh.
Baker takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Costeau misses with a left hand #CL#
and Baker counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Baker.
Baker tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Baker misses with a hook from the clinch.
Costeau misses with a hook from the clinch.
Raphaël Ambrosius Costeau seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Costeau goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short body shot lands from Costeau as the two fighters clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baker using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Costeau has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Baker blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Costeau goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Baker swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Baker working some nice short punches in the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Raphaël Ambrosius Costeau comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Costeau 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 Steve Erwin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Raphaël Ambrosius Costeau!
During a confident post fight interview, Raphaël Ambrosius Costeau thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Jeff Baker had this to say: 'Hats off to Mr. Costeau. He was the better fighter tonight. Much respect to him and his management.'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Chaos vs Nurmagomedov
Date: Nov 19, 2022 |
#R1#
McFistface tries to clinch but Baker moves out of range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Baker - that will leave a mark!
Good shot there by Baker.
Baker lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#KD#
Baker lands a big head kick that sends McFistface tumbling to the mat! Baker takes a step backwards and waves McFistface back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#McFistface is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Baker finds McFistface's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! McFistface flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Baker lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure McFistface will be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jeff Baker!
A very excited looking Jeff Baker made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
SMASH: Roy vs Castellana
Date: Oct 29, 2022 |
#R1#
Baker misses with an uppercut
and Sirakanian counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Baker thinking.
Sirakanian throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baker appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sirakanian has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Baker throws a hook but Sirakanian avoids it easily.
It looked like Sirakanian was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Baker avoids the head kick by Sirakanian.
Baker now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Baker lands with an uppercut that bounces Sirakanian off the cage and back into range.
Baker keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Baker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sirakanian throws a hook to the side of Baker's head but Baker sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sirakanian moves out of range of the strikes.
Baker checks a leg kick nicely.
Baker is looking for the big counter here.
A big left from Sirakanian misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Sirakanian misses.
Sirakanian scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A slow jab from Baker misses its intended target.
A head kick by Baker misses
and Sirakanian finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Baker takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T1#
Baker looks to throw the jab but Sirakanian is out of range.
Baker goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT2#It looks like Narek Sirakanian has been cut.
Baker misses with a head kick.
Baker avoids the body shot from Sirakanian.
Baker gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Sirakanian.
Baker has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nice straight punches there by Sirakanian. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sirakanian.#CL#
Sirakanian drives through and clinches with Baker against the cage.
Baker wants to stall.
Baker blocks an uppercut.
Sirakanian tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Baker tries to land a knee to the head but Sirakanian blocks with his arms.
A head punch on the inside from Sirakanian fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sirakanian.
Baker wants to break the clinch but can't.
Baker effectively controlling the action here.
Sirakanian has a couple of punches blocked by Baker.
#T2#
Sirakanian's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sirakanian misses with a short punch on the inside.
Baker misses with a hook from the clinch.
Baker looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Baker swings wildly with an uppercut but Sirakanian uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sirakanian misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sirakanian.
Sirakanian lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sirakanian throws a punch but it's blocked by Baker.
Baker wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Sirakanian throws a punch but it's blocked by Baker.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sirakanian. #BC2#
Baker pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A head kick misses from Baker.
Baker misses with a hook. Sirakanian ducked under it nicely.
Sirakanian throws a shot from downtown. Baker moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Baker gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T3#
Sirakanian scores with a hook to the body.
Baker tries a knee to the head but Sirakanian blocks it.
Baker trying to land knees to the body.
Baker swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Baker swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Baker misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sirakanian misses with some punches.
Baker looking to throw knees to the head but Sirakanian is blocking nicely.
Baker throws a head punch that misses.
Baker throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Baker misses with some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sirakanian creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A hook to the body from Baker.
Baker misses with some punches.
Baker throws a punch but it's blocked by Sirakanian.
Baker lands an uppercut.
Sirakanian misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sirakanian misses with a hook from the clinch.
Baker blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sirakanian lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Baker blocks an uppercut.
#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice body punch from Baker - that landed with a thud.
Baker lands a right hand.
Sirakanian lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sirakanian has a couple of punches blocked by Baker.
A right handed body shot lands from Sirakanian.
Baker tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Baker tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Sirakanian swings wildly with an uppercut but Baker uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sirakanian fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sirakanian lands a body shot in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sirakanian.
Sirakanian lands a body punch in the clinch.
Baker misses with some punches.
Sirakanian misses with a punch on the inside.
Baker's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sirakanian lands with a light punch inside.
Baker tries to circle away but Sirakanian has him pinned against the cage.
Sirakanian tries to work over Baker's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sirakanian tries a body shot but Baker blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Narek Sirakanian dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Narek Sirakanian's cut.
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#
Sirakanian tries a low kick but Baker avoids it.
Sirakanian swinging wildly here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sirakanian. Baker does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sirakanian on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sirakanian tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sirakanian moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Baker thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sirakanian fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sirakanian connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Baker scrambles back to his feet.
Sirakanian misses with a body shot.
Sirakanian misses with a body kick.
Sirakanian throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sirakanian misses with a body kick.
Sirakanian is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Baker can do to turn this around?#T1#
Baker thuds his right hand into Sirakanian's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Baker loads up on a big right hand but Sirakanian slips the punch.
Baker takes one to the side of the head.
Sirakanian waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Baker.
Nice uppercut lands for Baker. That snapped Sirakanian's head back.
Sirakanian swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baker swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sirakanian.
Baker throws a poor cross that misses
and Sirakanian counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sirakanian tries a low kick but Baker avoids it.
Sirakanian tries to clinch there but Baker circles away.
Sirakanian throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sirakanian swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Baker cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sirakanian bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Baker's head.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sirakanian digs a good hook to Baker's body.
Jab from Baker.
Baker throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sirakanian keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Baker swings for the body but Sirakanian moves out of range.
A jab from Baker finds it's way through Sirakanian's defenses.
Sirakanian cracks Baker with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Baker missing with a left hand there. Sirakanian was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Baker scores with a head kick. Sirakanian tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Sirakanian throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sirakanian lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Baker avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T3#
Sirakanian tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Baker manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Narek Sirakanian is winning the standup battle so far.
Baker lands with a right hand.
Sirakanian misses with a kick to the body.
Baker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A telegraphed right hand from Baker misses the target.
Sirakanian scores with a three punch combo!
A jab from Sirakanian misses.
Baker throws a jab when Sirakanian was well out of range.
Sirakanian misses with a jab, cross combination.
Narek Sirakanian seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sirakanian misses with a head kick.
Sirakanian looks to land a left hand but Baker moved out of range nicely.
Baker doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A head kick misses from Baker.
It looked like Sirakanian was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Baker.
Sirakanian tries to clinch up but Baker circles away and keeps his distance.#T4#
Baker connects with a high kick.
Baker walks into a straight right hand from Sirakanian.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sirakanian just misses with a punch to the body.
Baker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sirakanian.
Baker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sirakanian.
Sirakanian throws a head kick that misses.
Sirakanian misses with a combination
and Baker cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#Narek Sirakanian's cut is getting worse.
Baker avoids the head kick by Sirakanian.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Baker checks a leg kick.
Sirakanian blocks a head kick by Baker.
Baker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Baker ducks under a wild hook from Sirakanian.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Narek Sirakanian will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Narek Sirakanian's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A left lands for Baker.#CL#
Sirakanian gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Sirakanian scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A hook to the body from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Baker is trying to force a seperation but Sirakanian has the dominant position.
Baker lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Sirakanian swings wildly with an uppercut but Baker uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sirakanian misses with a body punch.
Sirakanian misses with the head strike.
Baker misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sirakanian misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sirakanian lands a hook to the side of the head.
Baker is pushing Sirakanian up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Sirakanian struggles to land a body shot inside as Baker controls his hands.
#BC2#
Baker pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Baker swings widly with a right hand
and Sirakanian counters with a slapping leg kick.
Baker throws a sloppy head kick
and Sirakanian counters with a straight right hand.
Sirakanian misses with a low kick as Baker jumps back.
Baker works over Sirakanian's head and body with a nice combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sirakanian. Baker does a little dance to reset his feet.
Baker lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sirakanian fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Sirakanian lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Sirakanian misses the body punch
and Baker counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sirakanian comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
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!
Sirakanian throws a hook to the side of Baker's head but Baker sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sirakanian moves out of range of the strikes.
Sirakanian misses with a looping right.
Sirakanian sets himself, and Baker steps forward looking for the clinch! Sirakanian avoids it this time.
Jeff Baker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Sirakanian connects with a right hand. Baker shakes it off.
Sirakanian throws a nice head kick!
Sirakanian throws a body shot but no joy.
Baker swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sirakanian tries to clinch up but Baker circles away and keeps his distance.
Sirakanian falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Baker counter with a right hand.
Baker lands with a slapping head kick.
Sirakanian jabs at Baker's body.
Baker scores with a hook.
Sirakanian connects with a crisp jab.
Baker throws a head kick but Sirakanian moves out of range.
Sirakanian throws out a leg kick but Baker moves out of range and Sirakanian only half commits. #T3#
Sirakanian throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Crunch! Sirakanian slams his shin into Baker's torso.
Baker avoids the body shot from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sirakanian misses with a double jab.
Baker has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sirakanian.
Baker thuds his right hand into Sirakanian's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CUT2#Narek Sirakanian's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Baker misses with a right hand
enabling Sirakanian to counter with a crisp jab.
Baker scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A swing and a miss from Baker.
Sirakanian throws an overhand right that lands on Baker's shoulder, as Baker tries to avoid the shot.
Baker throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Sirakanian's head.#T4#
Sirakanian delivers a nice body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sirakanian ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sirakanian lands a jab to the head.
Baker throws an overhand right that lands on Sirakanian's shoulder, as Sirakanian tries to avoid the shot.
Baker takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sirakanian pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Baker cracks Sirakanian with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CUT2#Jeez, Narek Sirakanian's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Sirakanian looks to throw a body kick#CL2#
and Baker moves into the clinch.
Sirakanian goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Sirakanian.
Sirakanian working aggressively here.
Sirakanian's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice left hand lands by Baker.
Baker has a couple of punches blocked by Sirakanian.
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 Narek Sirakanian.
Well Sirakanian 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 Hugh Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Narek Sirakanian!
A relieved looking Narek Sirakanian thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Jeff Baker stepped up to the mic, saying 'You win some, you lose some. I just hope I treated you fans to a good fight tonight.'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Mountain vs Chaos 2
Date: Oct 09, 2022 |
#R1#
Baker lands an overhand right.
Baker has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Area 51 MMA in the buildup to the fight.
A nice leg kick from Baker, right into the meat of the thigh.
Baker cracks Knuckles with a good jab.
Baker misses with a low kick.
Knuckles thinks about the counter body kick.
Baker throws a head kick that Knuckles semi-blocks.
Baker throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Baker darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Knuckles is looking to score with low kicks.
Some bone on bone action there as Baker checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Baker throws a series of punches but Knuckles avoids them all with ease.
Baker sizes up Knuckles with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Baker cracks Knuckles with a right hand to the side of the head.
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!
A big right from Knuckles misses.
Baker keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Baker loads up on a big right hand but Knuckles slips the punch.
Knuckles slips under a jab.
Knuckles takes one to the side of the head.
#T1#
Baker scores with a shot to the body.
Knuckles throws the left hand but Baker avoids the punch easily.
Baker misses with a jab, cross combination.
Baker misses with a hook
and Knuckles counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Baker jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Knuckles tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Baker, as that shot connected.
Baker misses with a double jab
and Knuckles connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Knuckles moves out of range of the strikes.
Baker feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Knuckless jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Knuckles drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Baker throws a sloppy head kick and Knuckles moves out of range easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baker cracks Knuckles with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Baker walks into a straight right hand from Knuckles.
Jeff Baker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Baker slips a straight right by Knuckles.
Knuckles scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Baker throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Baker tries to land a leg kick but Knuckles saw it coming and moves away.
Knuckles uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Baker.
Baker lands a nice shot that snaps Knuckles's head back.
Baker is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Knuckles takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Knuckles throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Baker is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Baker lands a glancing blow to the side of Knuckles's head.
Baker connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Knuckles takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Baker looks to land a combination but Knuckles avoids it well.
Baker lands a leg kick that knocks Knuckles off balance momentarily.#T3#
Baker falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Knuckles counter with a right hand.
Nice shot by Baker.
Baker throws a hook but Knuckles blocks it.
Knuckles feints a counter leg kick.
Baker with a jab.
Baker throws an off balance right hand
enabling Knuckles to counter with a crisp jab.
Knuckles connects with a leg kick.
Baker jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Baker scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Knuckles takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Baker lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Knuckles circles away quickly and effectively.
Baker lands with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baker cracks Knuckles with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Baker swings widly with a right hand
and Knuckles counters with a nice uppercut.
Baker ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T4#
Baker swinging wildly here.
Knuckles flicks out a counter leg kick but Baker steps away.
Knuckles's coach down at The Goya - 🥊 MMA Academy was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Knuckles's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Baker blocks a low kick nicely.
Knuckles needs to keep his hands up - Baker had a free shot at his head there.
Baker misses with a wild combination.
Knuckles misses with a straight left.
Baker misses with a head kick.
Knuckles avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Baker misses with a hook
and Knuckles counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Baker ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A cross from Baker lands.
Nice cross by Baker.
Knuckles throws a looping overhand right but Baker ducks down to avoid it.
Baker was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Baker dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Knuckles moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CUT2#It looks like Jeff Baker has been cut.
Knuckles throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Knuckles pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Baker bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Knuckles uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baker.
Baker misses with a straight right.
Baker smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Baker is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Knuckles can do to turn this around?
Baker jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Baker moves out of range as Knuckles throws a body kick.
Baker lands a jab.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Knuckles might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Baker has got the better of the exchanges.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Baker misses with a lunging right hand
and Knuckles counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Nice defenses there by Baker.
A cross from Baker lands.
Baker blocks a leg kick.#T1#
Baker scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Knuckles misses with a straight right.
Baker with a nice cross.
Baker scores with the left hand. Knuckles knows he should have avoided that one.
Jeff Baker is winning the standup battle so far.
Knuckles misses with an attempted mid kick.
A quick step to the side and Baker tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Knuckles misses with a head kick.
Baker throws out a loose jab but Knuckles uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baker cracks Knuckles with a right hand to the side of the head.
Baker lands a nice shot that snaps Knuckles's head back.
Baker checks the leg kick.
Knuckles moves away from the strike by Baker.
Knuckles feints a counter leg kick.
Baker throws a shot from downtown. Knuckles moves away and avoids it.
Knuckles replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Baker blocks it well.
Knuckles on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Baker will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
#T2#
Knuckles slips a jab from Baker.
Knuckles swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Baker lands with a hook. Knuckles tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baker chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Knuckles can pounce on him.
Nice defenses there by Knuckles.
Knuckles ducks under a wild hook from Baker.
Baker throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Baker takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Knuckles swings for the body but Baker moves out of range.
Baker fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Knuckles manages to avoid it.
Baker steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Knuckles.
Baker connects with a body shot that sends Knuckles's belly button to the back.
Baker lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Knuckles tries to work over Baker's front leg with a kick but Baker checks it.
Knuckles looks to land a right hand but Baker moved out of range.
Baker lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T3#
Baker keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Knuckles avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
It seemed like Knuckles was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Baker connects with a high kick.
Baker throws a lazy uppercut
and Knuckles counters with a nice kick to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Knuckles misses the target.
An attempted straight right counter from Baker misses the target.
Knuckles ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Knuckles takes one on the button.
Baker stuns Knuckles with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Baker misses with a left hand
and Knuckles cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Knuckles throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Baker sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Baker went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Baker scores with a jab. Knuckles acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Baker lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baker misses with a hook
and Baker takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Baker connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Baker throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Knuckles counters with a slapping leg kick.
Knuckles looks to score with a jab to the body but Baker is just out of range.
Baker missing with a left hand there. Knuckles was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Baker listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Baker uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Knuckles.
Baker misses with a series of wild punches.
Knuckles with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Baker to score with a decent uppercut.
Baker throws a poor cross that misses
and Knuckles counters with an outside leg kick.
Knuckles lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A slow jab from Baker misses its intended target.
Baker moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Baker dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jeff Baker's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Baker throws a shot from downtown. Knuckles moves away and avoids it.
Knuckles thinks about the counter body kick.
Baker uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Knuckles.
Baker scores with a jab.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Knuckles lands a nice leg kick that just misses Baker's sensitive parts.
Baker throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Knuckles sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Baker throws a head kick but Knuckles moves out of range.
Baker catches Knuckles with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Baker blocks a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Baker misses the target.
Knuckles throws a lazy body kick
enabling Baker to counter with a crisp jab.
Baker jabs Knuckles right on the nose. Knuckles blinks but takes it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Knuckles.
Baker swings for the body but Knuckles moves out of range.
Knuckles looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Knuckles throws a body punch but Baker moves out of range.
Baker slips under a jab from Knuckles.#T1#
Baker misses with a looping left.
Knuckles uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baker.
Knuckles uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baker.
Knuckles looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Knuckles moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Knuckles defending well as Baker loads up on a big left hand.
Knuckles lands an overhand right.
Baker scores with a nice head shot.
The crowd cheers as Baker lands an impressive looking overhand right. Knuckles doesn't seem phased though.
The fighters circling - Knuckles throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice jab there from Baker.
Baker uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Knuckles.
Knuckles ducks under a wild hook from Baker.
Knuckles looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Knuckles lands with a hook. Baker tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Baker works Knuckles's body with a nice hook.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Knuckles slips a jab from Baker.
Baker throws the left hand but Knuckles avoids the punch easily.
A big left from Baker misses.
Knuckles thinks about the counter body kick.
Knuckles tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Knuckles throws a front kick that sends Baker stumbling back into the cage.
Baker throws a hook to the side of Knuckles's head but Knuckles sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Knuckles flicks out a counter leg kick but Baker steps away.
Baker swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Knuckles misses with a low kick.
Knuckles uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Baker.
Knuckles was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Knuckles moves away from the strike by Baker.
Knuckles lands with a thumping leg kick.
Baker misses with a looping right.
Baker misses with a looping left.#T3#
Baker blocks a low kick nicely.
A swing and a miss from Baker.
Knuckles has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Knuckles slips under a jab from Baker.
Knuckles throws a big shot that misses.
Baker throws a lazy uppercut
and Knuckles counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Knuckles keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Baker on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Baker throws a hook but Knuckles blocks it.
Baker connects with a right hand. Knuckles shakes it off.
Knuckles lands with a thumping leg kick.
Baker throws out a leg kick but Knuckles moves out of range and Baker only half commits.
Knuckles ducks under a wild hook from Baker.
Knuckles tries a quick counter leg kick but Baker is wise to it.
Baker misses with an uppercut
and Knuckles counters with a thumping low kick.
Baker is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Knuckles.
Bobby Knuckles has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Knuckles takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Baker throws out a loose jab but Knuckles uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baker jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Knuckles swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Baker connects with a nice looking jab.
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!
Knuckles wants to slow Baker down by chopping away at his legs.
Baker connects with a nice looking jab.
Knuckles throws the kick towards the body but Baker avoids it.
Baker jabs at Knuckles's body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Baker checks a leg kick.
A punch lands to the side of Baker 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Baker pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Baker scores with a jab to the head.
Knuckles displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baker throws out the jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jeff Baker showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Baker 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jeff Baker!
Jeff Baker seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
SMASH: Roy vs Sito 2
Date: Sep 24, 2022 |
#R1#
Baker circles away from the clinch attempt
and Baker counters with a nice leg kick.
Baker circles away from the clinch attempt.
Smith throws a leg kick but Baker sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Baker works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CUT#It looks like Chad Smith has been cut.
Smith fails with an attempt to clinch.
A head kick from Baker lands but Smith takes it in his stride.
Smith misses with a looping left.
Smith defending well as Baker loads up on a big left hand.
A big left from Baker misses. #CL2#
Smith moves into the clinch successfully.
Baker working aggressively here.
Baker tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Smith blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Smith struggles to land a body shot inside as Baker controls his hands.
#BC2#
Smith escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Smith tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Chad Smith seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smith stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smith slips a jab from Baker.
Smith darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Baker has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Area 51 MMA in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Baker changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've been informed that Smith has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
A jab from Smith misses.
Smith misses with a jab to the body
and Baker counters with a leg kick.
Smith misses with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Smith misses the target. #CL2#
Smith rushes Baker and presses him up against the cage.
Baker lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Baker blocks an elbow strike from Smith.
A nice right hand lands inside from Baker.
Baker blocks an elbow strike from Smith.
A nice right hand lands inside from Smith.
Smith lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Smith lands an elbow inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smith tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baker's elbow.
Baker blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short uppercut from Smith.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Baker.
Smith has a couple of punches blocked by Baker.
Knees to the body from Baker.
Smith can't find room to land a body shot as Baker controls the action.
#T2#
Baker has a couple of punches blocked by Smith.
Smith misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body punch from Smith - that landed with a thud.
Smith lands a damaging elbow.
Smith lands with a light punch inside.
Smith misses with a punch to the body.
Smith has a couple of punches blocked by Baker.
A short uppercut from Baker.
Baker is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Baker lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Baker throws a punch but it's blocked by Smith.
Baker lands a body shot in the clinch.
Smith softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Smith working aggressively here.
#BC2#
Smith breaks the clinch.
The fighters circling - Baker throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Smith tries to clinch but Baker moves away
and Baker counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T3#
Smith looks to land a right hand but Baker moved out of range.#CL#
Baker clinches up with Smith and pushes him back against the cage.
Smith throws a punch but it's blocked by Baker.
Smith tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Baker lands a body shot in the clinch.
Smith working aggressively here.
A nice left hand lands by Baker.
Smith misses with some punches.
Baker avoids a wild elbow strike from Smith.
Smith blocks an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Baker.
Baker blocks the elbow strike.
Smith tries to throw a body punch but Baker avoids it by throwing Smith back against the cage.
Smith is leaning against Baker and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Smith tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Baker misses with a punch on the inside.
Baker working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Baker lands a hook that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
Baker lands with a short punch from the clinch.
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!
Baker avoids the elbow strike from Smith, against the cage.
#T4#
Smith tries to throw a body punch but Baker avoids it by throwing Smith back against the cage.
Baker misses with a punch on the inside.
Baker blocking some punches.
Smith fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smith lands a shoulder strike.
Smith misses with some punches.
Smith lands a right hand.
Baker lands an uppercut.
Baker effectively controlling the action here.
Smith misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Smith misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Smith misses with the head strike.
Baker swings wildly with an uppercut but Smith uses good head movement to avoid it.
Smith lands an elbow that stopped Baker in his tracks for a moment.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smith.
Smith tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Smith misses with an elbow strike.
Smith pushes off an throws an elbow but Baker leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Jeff Baker will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Chad Smith's cut.
That's time! Baker's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Smith moves out of range of the strikes.#CL2#
Baker tries to keep at a distance but Smith has taken the fight into the clinch.
Baker connects with a knee to the head.
Smith misses with a punch on the inside.
Smith tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baker's elbow.
Baker stalling in the clinch.
Baker lands with a left to the head.
Smith blocking some punches.
Smith throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Smith pushes off an throws an elbow but Baker leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Smith throws a punch but it's blocked by Baker.
Baker lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Smith or not.
Baker blocks the elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker throws a head punch that misses.
Smith misses with a hook to the ribs.
Come on Baker - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A shot in the inside from Smith.
Smith misses with a hook from the clinch.
Chad Smith seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T1#
Smith softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Baker lands a hook that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
Baker scores with a knee to the head.
Baker lands a left hand.
A head punch on the inside from Smith fails to land.
Baker lands a left hand that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
Smith misses with some punches.
Smith goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smith misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Smith.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Baker.
Smith misses with a body punch.
#BC#
Baker breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Smith doesn't manage to clinch there - Baker circles away.
Smith connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smith throws a jab when Baker was well out of range.
Baker throws an overhand right that lands on Smith's shoulder, as Smith tries to avoid the shot.
Baker goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Smith tries to clinch but Baker is having none of it.
Baker is looking to counter with head kicks.
Baker checks the leg kick nicely there.
#T2#
Smith tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Baker paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Smith fails with an attempt to clinch.
Smith throws a series of punches but Baker moves out of range. #CL#
Baker takes the fight into the clinch.
Baker using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Smith has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Smith throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Baker has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Baker blocking some punches.
Baker working aggressively here.
Smith fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Baker throws a knee to the head but misses.
Smith lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Baker blocks an uppercut.
Baker scores with a nice hook to the head.
Smith lands a shoulder strike.
Smith blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Baker lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nice elbow from Smith. #CUT2#It looks like Jeff Baker has been cut.#T3#
Smith lands a body punch.
Smith misses with a short punch on the inside.
Smith misses with some punches.
A knee to the head by Baker.
Smith blocks a body shot from Baker.
A left hand lands to the body for Smith.
Baker throws a head punch that misses.
Baker blocks an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Smith scores with a nice short uppercut.
Smith misses with a hook from the clinch.
Baker blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Baker creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Smith goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smith misses with the head strike.
Smith scores with a shoulder strike.
Smith tries to work over Baker's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Baker breaks from the clinch.
Baker slips under a jab.#CL2#
Baker tries to keep at a distance but Smith has taken the fight into the clinch.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smith lands an uppercut.
Smith misses with a punch on the inside.
Smith goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Baker misses with the head strike.
Baker misses with a knee to the head.
Smith fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Baker missing with knees to the body.
Baker fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smith digs a right hand underneath Baker's ribcage. Baker let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Smith swings wildly with an uppercut but Baker uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short left from Smith.
Smith swings wildly with an uppercut but Baker uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Baker.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Baker's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Baker misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Chad Smith will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Baker circles away from the clinch attempt.
Smith steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Baker.
Baker avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Baker keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Smith throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Baker on the side of the head.
Baker scores with a jab to the jaw.
Smith scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Smith lands a slapping body shot.
Baker scores with a crisp jab that stopped Smith in his tracks.
Baker takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Smith swats away the attempt to clinch by Baker.
A countering left hand to the body from Smith misses.
A big left from Smith misses.
Smith fails with an attempt to clinch.
Baker tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Smith manages to circle out of the way.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smith misses with a low kick.
Baker lands with a slapping head kick.
Smith doesn't manage to clinch there - Baker circles away.
As Smith looks to move away, Baker throws a big counter combo but Smith just gets out of the way.#CL2#
Smith gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Smith lands an elbow inside that Baker shrugs off. #T1#
Baker tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short uppercut from Smith.
Baker blocking some punches.
Baker throws a punch but it's blocked by Smith.
Smith lands an uppercut.
Baker misses with a knee to the head.
Baker blocks the elbow strike.
Smith working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Baker makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Smith swings wildly with an uppercut but Baker uses good head movement to avoid it.
Smith blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Smith's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Smith looks to land a right hand but Baker moved out of range.
Jeff Baker is winning the standup battle so far.
Smith tries to close the distance and clinch up but Baker swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Baker slips under a jab from Smith.
Smith wants to clinch up but Baker keeps it at a distance.
Baker avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2##CL2#
Smith gets a clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Baker - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Baker.
Baker throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Smith blocks it with crossed arms.
Smith cracks Baker with a nice body shot.
Baker lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Baker misses with some punches.
Smith lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Baker misses with a hook from the clinch.
Baker misses with some punches.
Baker working aggressively here.
Baker misses with a punch on the inside.
Baker lands a body punch.
A short uppercut from Smith.
Smith tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Baker tries a body shot but Smith blocks it.
Baker swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T3#
Smith misses with a punch on the inside.
Smith lands an elbow that stopped Baker in his tracks for a moment.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Baker creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Smith misses with the head strike.
Smith throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Baker trying to land knees to the body.
Baker trying to land knees to the body.
Baker lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Smith working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Baker.
Smith goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Baker lands a body shot.
Baker is working Smith over against the cage.
Baker misses with a short punch on the inside.
Smith misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC#
Baker breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Baker gets tackled into the cage by Smith. Smith maintains the clinch.
Smith tries a body shot but Baker blocks it.
#T4#
Baker tries to land a knee to the head but Smith blocks with his arms.
Baker misses with some punches.
Baker blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Baker prevents a body shot from Smith.
Smith fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smith scores with a nice hook to the head.
Smith fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smith wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Baker misses with a hook from the clinch.
Smith pushes off an throws an elbow but Baker leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Baker lands a shoulder strike.
Baker blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Baker tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Smith misses with an elbow over the top.
Baker struggles to land a body shot inside as Smith controls his hands.
Smith lands with a left to the head.
Smith swings wildly with an uppercut but Baker uses good head movement to avoid it.
A shot in the inside from Smith.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Chad Smith.
I think Smith has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 28:29
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 28:30
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chad Smith!
Chad Smith very nearly forgot to thank FUClothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
Jeff Baker spoke after the fight, saying 'You win some, you lose some. I just hope I treated you fans to a good fight tonight.'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Chaos vs Dong 2
Date: Sep 04, 2022 |
#R1##CL2#
Dudley clinches with his opponent.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Dudley.
Dudley lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Baker misses with a body punch.
Baker blocks an elbow strike.
Baker blocks the elbow strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dudley.
Dudley looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Baker misses with the head strike.
Baker unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Dudley takes a shot to the head.
Baker blocks the elbow strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Dudley just misses with a elbow thrown towards Baker's brow.
Dudley doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Baker stalling against the cage.
Dudley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the fighters up against the cage, Dudley throws an elbow but misses.
Dudley pushes off an throws an elbow but Baker leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Baker.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dudley throws an elbow that misses.
Dudley swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Baker lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1#
Dudley lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Baker. #BC#
Baker breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Dudley darts in and clinches Baker up against the cage.
Dudley tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baker's elbow.
Baker blocks the elbow strike.
Baker misses with a knee strike.
Dudley misses with an elbow strike.
Dudley tries a body shot but Baker blocks it.
Baker lands a nice uppercut.
Dudley misses with an elbow over the top.
Dudley tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baker's elbow.
Dudley pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Baker lands a body shot.
Baker lands an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Baker creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Baker blocks an uppercut.
Baker lands with a short shot to the head.
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!
Baker misses with some punches.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Dudley as Baker tries to tie him up. #T2##BC#
Baker breaks the clinch.
Jab from Baker.
Baker scores with a hook to the body. Dudley takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Baker throws a hook but Dudley avoids it easily.
Dudley uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Baker.
Baker throws a jab but it's blocked by Dudley.
Dudley wants to counter with a clinch but Baker pushes him away.
Baker misses with a head kick.
Baker bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Baker drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A punch lands to the side of Baker 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Dudley moves out of range of the strikes.
Dudley slips under a jab.
Dudley swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A jab from Dudley misses.
Baker was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Dudley has managed to clinch.
Dudley creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T3##BC#
Baker's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dudley ducks right into an uppercut from Baker.
Nice uppercut lands for Baker. That snapped Dudley's head back.
#CUT#It looks like Damian Dudley has been cut.
Baker misses with a straight right.
Baker throws a sloppy head kick and Dudley moves out of range easily.
Baker throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Dudley.#ROC#Dudley is rocked!
Baker throws an uppercut from hell that sends Dudley clean off his feet! He's out cold! Baker stands back and admires his work as he thinks about that KO of the night award that is surely being wrapped up for him back stage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jeff Baker!
Our winner, Jeff Baker, 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:
SMASH: Kowalkiewicz vs Borgia
Date: Aug 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Baker looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jeff Baker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baker lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Baker throws a series of punches but Nurmagomedov moves out of range.
Nurmagomedov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT#It looks like Khabib Nurmagomedov has been cut.
Good work by Nurmagomedov as he checks the leg kick.
Nurmagomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Baker throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Nurmagomedov counters with a one-two to the body.
Baker lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nurmagomedov ducks under a wild hook from Baker.
Baker throws a head kick but Nurmagomedov moves out of range.
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!
Nurmagomedov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Baker throws a left and a right that both miss
and Nurmagomedov counters with a nice uppercut.
Nurmagomedov throws a right hand that Baker ducks under and follows up with a left that Baker also avoids with ease.
Nurmagomedov swats away the attempt to clinch by Baker.#T1#
Nurmagomedov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Baker circles away.
Nurmagomedov misses with a wild body shot.
Nurmagomedov ducks under a wild hook from Baker.
Nurmagomedov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Baker misses the target.
Baker throws a hook but Nurmagomedov blocks it.
Baker misses with the combination.
Baker throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nurmagomedov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
The fight stays on the outside here - Baker looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2#
Baker lands an overhand right.
Baker throws a right hand that misses
and Nurmagomedov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Baker thinking.
Nurmagomedov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Baker.
Nurmagomedov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Baker misses with a combination
and Nurmagomedov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Baker swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nurmagomedov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Baker scores with a jab. Nurmagomedov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A jab from Nurmagomedov misses.
Baker throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nurmagomedov. #T3#
Good exchange - Baker coming out on top.
Baker thuds his shin into the meat of Nurmagomedov's side.
A lazy body kick from Baker
and Nurmagomedov counters with a straight right hand.
Nurmagomedov takes one to the side of the head.
Baker swings widly with a right hand
and Nurmagomedov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nurmagomedov ducks under a wild hook from Baker.
Nurmagomedov misses with a double jab.
Baker throws a hook to the side of Nurmagomedov's head but Nurmagomedov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A little jabbing left from Nurmagomedov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Baker doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Baker, as that shot connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Baker misses with the combination.
#T4#
Nurmagomedov shoots and misses
and Nurmagomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jeff Baker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov scores with a nice strike.
Baker throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and Nurmagomedov counters with a nice double leg into side control. Baker won't be happy with that.
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.
Nurmagomedov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the action but Baker is working from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov working the body and head with strikes.
Nurmagomedov controlling the position.
Baker is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Baker is trying to control Nurmagomedov's posture but Nurmagomedov avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Jeff Baker will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Khabib Nurmagomedov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Baker cracks Nurmagomedov with a good jab.
Baker moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A combination from Nurmagomedov does no damage.
Nurmagomedov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Baker.
Baker wants to clinch up but Nurmagomedov keeps it at a distance.
A little jabbing left from Nurmagomedov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Baker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nurmagomedov.
Baker went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Baker throws a nice inside leg kick.
Nurmagomedov slips a straight right by Baker.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov moves out of range of the leg kick from Baker.
Nurmagomedov throws a looping overhand right but Baker ducks down to avoid it.
Baker throws a big counter combination but Nurmagomedov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Nurmagomedov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Baker defending well as Nurmagomedov loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Baker bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nurmagomedov's head.
Baker will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Baker throws a right and a left that Nurmagomedov avoids nicely.
Nurmagomedov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Baker tries to clinch up.
Baker throws an overhand right that lands on Nurmagomedov's shoulder, as Nurmagomedov tries to avoid the shot.
Baker throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A little jabbing left from Nurmagomedov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Baker is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov throws out a counter right but Baker avoids it with no problem.
Baker misses with a leg kick
and Nurmagomedov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Baker takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Baker throws a good cross that connects.
#T2#
Baker blocks a jab.
Nurmagomedov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circle momentarily. Baker darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Baker throws a lazy uppercut
and Nurmagomedov counters with a left to the body.
Nurmagomedov catches Baker with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CL#
Baker gets a clinch.
I was talking to Baker's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Baker using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Nurmagomedov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Baker trying to land knees to the body.
#BC2#
Nurmagomedov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Baker lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Baker tries to bum rush Nurmagomedov with a series of wild strikes but Nurmagomedov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A big right from Baker misses. #T3#
Nurmagomedov throws an overhand right that lands on Baker's shoulder, as Baker tries to avoid the shot.
Nurmagomedov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Baker thows a left - swing and a miss!
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nurmagomedov! But no joy.
Nurmagomedov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Baker jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Baker wants to clinch but Nurmagomedov slips to the side
and Nurmagomedov counters with a stiff right hand.
Baker slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nurmagomedov moves out of range as Baker strikes.
Jeff Baker is winning the standup battle so far.
Baker throws a leg kick that is checked
and Nurmagomedov counters with a straight right hand.
Nurmagomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Baker tries to sprawl out of it but Nurmagomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Baker manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T4#
Nurmagomedov loads up on a big right hand but Baker slips the punch.
A lazy left from Nurmagomedov finds it's target.
Nurmagomedov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Some wild striking there from Baker.
Nurmagomedov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Baker with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab from Nurmagomedov misses.
Nurmagomedov works Baker's body with a nice hook.
A head kick misses from Baker.
Nurmagomedov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Nurmagomedov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Baker manages to avoid it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Baker, as that shot connected.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Baker dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Khabib Nurmagomedov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Baker stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Baker slips a jab from Nurmagomedov.
Baker appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Baker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nurmagomedov.
Baker was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nurmagomedov throws a body punch but Baker moves out of range.
Baker misses with a combination
#TD2#
and Nurmagomedov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Nurmagomedov is nestled in close to Baker, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nurmagomedov wants to pass the guard but Baker is defending well.
Baker wants to control but Nurmagomedov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Baker tries to roll over but Nurmagomedov keeps him under control.
Nurmagomedov is pressing down on Baker's thigh, looking to free his foot. Baker is holding on for now. #T1#
Baker is looking for a sweep. Nurmagomedov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nurmagomedov working over Baker with some ground and pound. Baker looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Nurmagomedov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Nurmagomedov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Baker keeping control of the position.
Baker wants to control but Nurmagomedov is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Nurmagomedov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Baker has managed to free his arm - good work.
Nurmagomedov working over Baker with some ground and pound. Baker looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Baker wants to control but Nurmagomedov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Baker tries to get to full guard but Nurmagomedov has control of the leg.
Baker is looking to control Nurmagomedov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Baker avoid being mounted?
Nurmagomedov is looking to take a break and control but Baker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Baker gets off balance looking for a body kick
letting Nurmagomedov counter with a right hand.
Baker misses with a combination
and Nurmagomedov counters with a nice body shot.
Baker takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Baker tries to clinch there but Nurmagomedov circles away.
#T3#
Baker throws an off balance right hand
and Nurmagomedov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Baker uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nurmagomedov has time to react.
Baker misses with a looping right.
Nurmagomedov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nurmagomedov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Baker's hands.
Baker with a jab.
Khabib Nurmagomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nurmagomedov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The fighters circling - Baker throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nurmagomedov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Baker tries to clinch there but Nurmagomedov circles away.
Nurmagomedov feints the counter takedown.
Baker keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T4#
Nurmagomedov throws a jab when Baker was well out of range.
Nurmagomedov connects with a crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Baker gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Baker with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Baker working aggressively here.
Baker throws a knee to the head but misses.
Baker fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Baker scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nurmagomedov is trying to pull guard but Baker has him pressed against the cage.
Baker misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Baker fails to land.
Nurmagomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Baker blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nurmagomedov takes a knee right on the jaw!
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Khabib Nurmagomedov.
I think Baker has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jeff Baker!
Our winner, Jeff Baker, 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:
SMASH: Perkele vs Roy 4
Date: Jul 29, 2022 |
#R1#
Mountain with the inside leg kick.
Mountain staying out of range there.
Mountain cracks Baker with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Mountain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mountain throws a jab when Baker was well out of range.
Baker swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mountain throws a lazy uppercut
and Baker counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mountain explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Baker takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Baker dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mountain connects with an inside leg kick.
Baker lands with a cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mountain lands with a hook. Baker tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Baker bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mountain's head.
Baker tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Baker misses with a double jab
and Mountain counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Nice cross by Baker.
Mountain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Baker misses with a hook. Mountain ducked under it nicely.
Mountain avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Baker looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Mountain gets off balance looking for a body kick
letting Baker counter with a right hand.
Baker keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mountain scores with a jab to the body.
Mountain throws a leg kick that is checked
and Baker counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Baker fails with an attempt to clinch.
A jab from Mountain misses.
Baker is looking to counter punch.
Baker takes one on the button.
Mountain throws a poor cross that misses
and Baker counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Baker tries to clinch but Mountain moves away
and Mountain counters with an outside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mountain keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Baker.
Baker tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Baker takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mountain ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Baker misses with a body shot.
Kaki Mountain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mountain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Baker takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Mountain throws a low kick but it's checked well by Baker.
Baker is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Mountain misses with a low kick as Baker jumps back.
As Mountain backs away, Baker returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Mountain jabs Baker to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Baker misses with a straight left.
Baker throws a right hand that misses
and Mountain counters with an outside leg kick.
Mountain bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Baker's head backwards.
A shot to the liver by Mountain. Beautiful body shot.
Mountain scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T3#
Mountain takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Mountain misses with a low kick as Baker jumps back.
Baker scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Mountain throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Baker sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mountain showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Baker.
Mountain waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Baker.
Baker is looking to counter punch.
Mountain checks a leg kick.
Mountain checks a leg kick.
Mountain lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A low kick from Mountain is predictable there
and Baker counters with a straight right hand.
Mountain scores with a nice right hand.
Baker slips under a jab from Mountain.
A big right from Mountain misses.
Baker seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T4#
Mountain throws a leg kick that misses.
Baker tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Baker just misses with a punch to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big right from Mountain misses.
Mountain shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Baker is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Mountain lands a nice shot to the body.
Baker is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mountain.
Mountain appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Baker avoids the body shot from Mountain.
#CL#
Baker closes the distance and pushes Mountain back into the cage.
Baker lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Baker takes a shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mountain lands a hook to the side of the head.
Baker lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Mountain.
I was talking to Baker's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Baker throws a head punch that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kaki Mountain dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Mountain throws a hook but Baker blocks it.
Baker is looking to counter the offense by Mountain and move into the clinch.
Baker tries to clinch up but Mountain circles away and keeps his distance.
Mountain misses with a left hand
and Baker makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Mountain really felt that one!
Baker walks into a left hand.
Baker ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Baker's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Mountain connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Baker scrambles back to his feet.
Baker is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Mountain checks the leg kick nicely there.
Baker throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mountain sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Baker tries to clinch there but Mountain circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab, jab by Mountain - just one landing.
Mountain scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mountain throws a push kick but Baker slaps the foot to one side.
Mountain throws the left hand but Baker avoids the punch easily.
Baker is looking to counter punch.
Mountain throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #T1#
Nice defenses there by Baker.
Baker checks a leg kick nicely.
Baker uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mountain.
Baker with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Baker throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mountain.
Mountain feints a counter leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Mountain misses the target.
Mountain slips a jab from Baker.
Mountain blocks a jab.
Mountain lets loose with a powerful body kick. Baker will feel that in the morning.
An inside leg kick from Mountain misses.
Baker misses with an attempted mid kick.
Baker scores with a jab to the jaw.
Baker moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Mountain misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Mountain turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mountain.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mountain lands with a cross.
Mountain throws a head kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Baker on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mountain throws a lazy right hand but Baker sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mountain slips under a jab from Baker.
Mountain tries a head kick but it misses.
Baker is looking to counter the offense by Mountain and move into the clinch.
A punch lands to the side of Baker 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL#
Baker gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Mountain looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Mountain blocks an uppercut.
Baker swings wildly with an uppercut but Mountain uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baker lands an uppercut.#T3#
Mountain blocking some punches.
Baker pushes Mountain back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Baker.
Mountain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Baker on the inside.
Baker misses with a knee strike.
Mountain tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baker's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Baker fails to land.
A short left from Baker.
Baker's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Baker fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Baker missing with knees to the body.
Baker tries to land knees in the clinch but Mountain avoids the damage to the body.
Mountain prevents a body shot from Baker.
Baker using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Mountain has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Baker swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Baker lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mountain backwards.
Mountain lands an uppercut.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mountain lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Baker.
Baker with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Still in the clinch, Mountain scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mountain lands a nice uppercut.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Baker working aggressively here.
Mountain working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Baker working aggressively here.
A short right from Mountain.
Mountain swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mountain blocks an uppercut.
Baker tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Mountain.
Baker blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2#
Mountain pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mountain.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kaki Mountain showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Mountain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baker slips a straight right by Mountain.
Mountain misses with a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Mountain misses with a head kick.
It looked like Baker wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mountain feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bakers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mountain keeps the fight on the outside.
Baker looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Baker ducks under a wild hook from Mountain.
Mountain feints and then cracks Baker's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Baker down.
Mountain will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mountain lands with an uppercut that bounces Baker off the cage and back into range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mountain connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Baker's hands.
Mountain loads up on a big right hand but Baker slips the punch.
Baker gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Mountain tests Baker's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
Mountain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mountain moves out of range of the strikes.
Mountain waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Baker.
A chopping leg kick lands by Mountain.
Mountain is looking to land body kicks.
Mountain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mountain with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Baker throws a leg kick but Mountain sees it coming and checks it nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Baker looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Mountain looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mountain on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jeff Baker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Baker gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kaki Mountain seems to be getting the better of the standup.
That kick from Mountain tenderised Baker's leg. Baker is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mountain slips under a jab.
Mountain connects with a single shot there.
Mountain sizes up Baker with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Baker on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mountain. Mountain obviously looking to wear him down.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab from Mountain finds it's way through Baker's defenses.
Baker darts in trying to clinch
and Mountain counters with a low kick, right behind Baker 's knee.
Mountain avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Baker needs to keep his hands up - Mountain had a free shot at his head there.
Good shot there by Mountain.
Baker walks into a jab.#ROC2#Baker is rocked!#T3#
Baker jabs Mountain right on the nose. Mountain blinks but takes it well.
Mountain thuds his right hand into Baker's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Mountain looks to land a right hand but Baker moved out of range.
Mountain swats away the attempt to clinch by Baker.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mountain.
Mountain throws a sloppy head kick and Baker moves out of range easily.
Baker misses with a looping left.
Baker on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Mountain looks to land a body kick but Baker moved away.
Baker is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Baker has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mountain finds it's way round the side to connect with Baker's head.
Baker swings widly with a right hand
and Mountain counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Mountain lands with a straight right. Baker didn't see that one coming.
Mountain throws a leg kick but Baker checks it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mountain misses with a kick to the body.
Baker is looking to counter punch.
Mountain checks the leg kick nicely there.
Baker slips under a jab from Mountain.
Good leg kick by Mountain.
Mountain misses with a low kick.
Baker scores with a nice strike.
Baker attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Baker thows a left - swing and a miss!
Baker bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Mountain has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mountain throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mountain lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kaki Mountain comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Mountain 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kaki Mountain!
Kaki Mountain thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Jeff Baker was interviewed post fight and said 'You win some, you lose some. I just hope I treated you fans to a good fight tonight.'. |
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Event:
CFC 492: Tai Kung v Line
Date: Jun 15, 2022 |
#R1#
Baker scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Baker tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Baker throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Feet throws a leg kick but Baker sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jeff Baker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baker scores with the left hand. Feet knows he should have avoided that one.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Baker lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Feet has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Feet and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
It seemed like Feet was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Feet looks to throw the jab but Baker is out of range.
Baker connects with a solid leg kick.
Baker lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CL2#
Feet gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Feet's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short left from Baker.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baker tries a body shot but Feet blocks it.
Feet misses with a body punch.
Baker prevents a body shot from Feet.
Feet fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Feet is working for takedown but Baker is calmly controlling the position for now.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Baker.
Feet is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Baker lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Baker breaks from the clinch.
#T1#
Feet with a nice cross.
Baker scores with a leg kick.
Good shot there by Baker.
Baker slips a jab from Feet.
A swing and a miss from Baker.
Nice defenses there by Feet.
Feet looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A slow jab from Baker misses its intended target.
A lazy body kick from Baker
and Feet makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Feet checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Feet fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Baker has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Baker throws a sloppy head kick and Feet moves out of range easily.
Baker will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Feet appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL2#
Feet fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Baker, pushing him back against the cage.
Baker pushes Feet back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T2#
Feet working aggressively here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Baker softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Feet prevents a body shot from Baker.
A short right from Feet.
Feet prevents a body shot from Baker.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Baker.
Baker misses with a hook from the clinch.
Feet lands a right hand.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Feet lands a hook that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Baker lands a left hand that snaps the head of Feet backwards.
Baker misses with a knee to the head.
Feet drops down looking for an ankle pick but Baker pulls his leg out and moves away.
Jeff Baker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Seemah Feet.
Baker moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Baker throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
Feet shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Baker lands a nice hook to Feet's body. Feet takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Feet swings for the body but Baker moves out of range.
Feet walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Baker lands a body shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Baker looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A looping hook to the body misses from Baker. Feet does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice side step and Feet releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Feet throws a solid leg kick but Baker takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Feet.
Jeff Baker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Baker throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A punch combination from Baker misses.
The fighters circling - Baker throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A chopping leg kick lands by Baker.
Baker throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Feet uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Baker.
#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baker pushes Feet away with a front kick.
Feet lands with a shot to the body. #CL#
Baker fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Feet, pushing him back against the cage.
Feet lands a right hand that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Feet pushes Baker back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Baker blocking some punches.
Feet blocks an uppercut.
Baker takes a shot to the head.
Feet is looking to take this one to the mat.
Nice body punch from Feet.
Baker is breathing heavily.
Baker throws a head punch that misses.
Feet has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Baker is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Feet tries a body shot but Baker blocks it.
Baker has a couple of punches blocked by Feet.
Feet lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Feet lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Baker takes a shot to the head.
Feet working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Baker tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Feet avoids it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Baker 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#
Baker shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Baker works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Feet lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Baker tries to work over Feet's front leg with a kick but Feet checks it.
Feet now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Baker throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Baker connects with a looping right hand.
Baker paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Feet moves out of range of the body kick.
Baker is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Feet.
Baker moves out of range of the leg kick from Feet.
Baker takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Baker tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Feet was well out of range. Poor timing from Baker.
Feet takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Baker slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jeff Baker is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Feet checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T1#
Feet uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Baker has time to react.
Baker looks to throw the jab but Feet is out of range.
Baker with a jab.
Baker misses with a hook to the body
and Feet counters with a straight right hand.
Feet cracks Baker with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Baker keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Baker jabs Feet to the body, keeping him at a distance.#KD2#
Feet lands a big head kick that sends Baker tumbling to the mat! Feet takes a step backwards and waves Baker back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Baker is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Jeff Baker has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Feet closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Baker out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Seemah Feet!
In his post fight interview, Seemah Feet started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Jeff Baker spoke after the fight, saying 'You win some, you lose some. I just hope I treated you fans to a good fight tonight.'. |
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Event:
CFC 482: Line v Feet
Date: May 11, 2022 |
#R1#
Baker drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Baker avoids the body shot from Giannopoulos.
Giannopoulos chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Baker can pounce on him.
Giannopoulos swings widly with a right hand
and Baker counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Baker on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CL#
Baker forces Giannopoulos back against the cage and clinches.
Baker tries a body shot but Giannopoulos blocks it.
Giannopoulos fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Baker tries to throw a body punch but Giannopoulos avoids it by throwing Baker back against the cage.
Baker lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Giannopoulos just leaning against Baker, taking a breather.
Baker lands with a light punch inside.
Baker throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Giannopouloss head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Baker just leaning against Giannopoulos, taking a breather.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Baker.
Giannopoulos swings wildly with an uppercut but Baker uses good head movement to avoid it.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Giannopoulos misses with some punches.
Giannopoulos stalling in the clinch but Baker improves position. #T1#
Giannopoulos stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Baker lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Giannopoulos backwards.
Baker can't find room to land a body shot as Giannopoulos controls the action.
Giannopoulos lands a left hand.
Baker effectively controlling the action here.
Giannopoulos stalls.
Giannopoulos lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Baker has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Baker throws a knee to the head but misses.
Baker throws a punch but it's blocked by Giannopoulos.
A knee to the head by Baker.
#CUT#It looks like Nikos Giannopoulos has been cut.
Giannopoulos's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Giannopoulos misses with the head strike.
Baker blocking some punches.
Baker struggles to land a body shot inside as Giannopoulos controls his hands.
Giannopoulos swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Giannopoulos tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T2#
Baker has a couple of punches blocked by Giannopoulos.
Baker being controlled against the cage.
Giannopoulos blocks a body shot from Baker.
Baker scores with a hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Giannopoulos lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Giannopoulos misses with the head strike.
Baker blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Baker scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Baker lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Giannopoulos backwards.
Nice body punch from Baker.
Baker blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Baker struggles to land a body shot inside as Giannopoulos controls his hands.
Giannopoulos misses with some punches.
Giannopoulos takes a shot to the head.
Giannopoulos lands an uppercut.
Giannopoulos swings wildly with an uppercut but Baker uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from Baker. #T3#
Baker misses with some punches.
Giannopoulos trying to stall but Baker improves his position.
Baker misses with a short punch on the inside.
Giannopoulos fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Baker misses with the head strike.
Giannopoulos is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A short right from Baker on the inside.
Giannopoulos stalling in the clinch but Baker improves position.
A shot in the inside from Baker.
Baker looking to throw knees to the head but Giannopoulos is blocking nicely.
Giannopoulos fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Baker blocks an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Baker scores with a nice short uppercut.
Baker blocks an uppercut.
Giannopoulos slows down the pace here.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Giannopoulos creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Giannopoulos tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Baker can't find room to land a body shot as Giannopoulos controls the action.
Giannopoulos has a couple of punches blocked by Baker.
A shot in the inside from Baker.
Baker misses with a punch on the inside.
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!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Giannopoulos.
Baker softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Giannopoulos pushes Baker back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Giannopoulos fails to land.
Baker takes a shot to the head.
Baker working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Baker tries to work over Giannopoulos's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Giannopoulos scores with a nice hook to the head.
Baker misses with a knee strike.
Giannopoulos lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Baker blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Baker.
A hook to the body from Baker.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Baker dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nikos Giannopoulos's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Giannopoulos misses with an uppercut
#CL#
and Baker counters by moving into the clinch.
Giannopoulos misses with the head strike.
Giannopoulos takes a knee right on the jaw!
Baker blocking some punches.
Still in the clinch, Baker scores with a nice short uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Giannopoulos fails to land.
Baker lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right from Giannopoulos.
Baker working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Still in the clinch, Baker scores with a nice short uppercut.
Giannopoulos misses with some punches.
Giannopoulos throws a head punch that misses.
Baker misses with a punch to the body.
Baker lands with a light punch inside. #ROC#Giannopoulos is rocked!
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!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Baker.
Giannopoulos is still on wobbly legs! Can Baker finish him?
Giannopoulos tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Giannopoulos avoiding damage as Baker throws knees to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Baker.
Baker tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Baker misses with a knee strike.
Baker lands a nice shot to the body.
Still in the clinch, Baker scores with a nice short uppercut.#T1#
Baker landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Giannopoulos is breathing heavily.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Baker as Giannopoulos tries to tie him up.
Baker is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Giannopoulos can do to turn this around?
Baker looking to throw knees to the head but Giannopoulos is blocking nicely.
Baker lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Baker gets through Giannopoulos's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Baker stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Giannopoulos softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Giannopoulos is looking to control Baker's arms but Baker gets an underhook and turns him. Now Giannopoulos has his back to the cage.
Baker pushes Giannopoulos back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Giannopoulos seems to have recovered his senses.
Baker works on Giannopoulos's body with a couple of short punches.
Baker cracks Giannopoulos with a nice body shot.
Giannopoulos has a couple of punches blocked by Baker.
Baker works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Giannopoulos blocks a body shot from Baker.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Giannopoulos.
A short body shot lands from Baker as the two fighters clinch.
A short right from Baker on the inside. #BC#
Baker escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Baker lands with a jab that stuns his opponent. Giannopoulos is looking to close the distance but Baker sees it coming and throws a beautiful knee! Giannopoulos crumbles to the mat and that's all she wrote! Let's hope Giannopoulos is OK because that was naaaaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Jeff Baker!
Jeff Baker decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CFC 474: Inarritu vs Dupree
Date: Apr 09, 2022 |
#R1#
Baker misses with a hook.
Baker throws a hook but Strauss blocks it.
Strauss defending well as Baker loads up on a big left hand.
Good shot there by Strauss.
Baker misses with a lunging right hand
and Strauss connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Strauss slips a straight right by Baker.
Baker throws a head kick but Strauss moves out of range.
Baker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Strauss moves away.
Strauss misses with a leg kick.
Baker appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Strauss misses with an uppercut.
Baker throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Strauss.
Baker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Strauss swings for the body but Baker moves out of range.
Strauss with a jab.#T1#
Strauss lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Baker takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Baker lands a lovely overhand right.
Baker lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Strauss circles away quickly and effectively.
Baker has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Strauss feints a jab promting Baker to slip. Strauss then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Baker slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from Strauss misses the target.
Strauss uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Baker.
Baker looks to land a left hand but Strauss moved out of range nicely.
Strauss does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Jab, jab by Baker - just one landing. #CUT#It looks like Wilhelm Strauss has been cut.
Baker throws a body punch but Strauss moves out of range.
Strauss takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Good leg kick by Strauss.
Strauss scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Strauss clobbers Baker with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T2#
Baker lands a nice leg kick that just misses Strauss's sensitive parts.
Strauss ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Strauss throws a hook to the side of Baker's head but Baker sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Baker misses with a body kick.
Wilhelm Strauss seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baker attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Baker misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Strauss.
Baker is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Strauss.
Baker takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Baker lands with a kick to the ribs.
Baker displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Strauss throws out the jab.
Baker slips under a jab.
A leg kick checked by Strauss.
Strauss scores with a shot to the body.
#T3#
Baker avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Baker feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Baker avoids a kick to the body.
Baker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Strauss throws a looping overhand right but Baker ducks down to avoid it.
Baker swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Baker misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Baker throws a solid leg kick but Strauss takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Baker.
Strauss connects with a crisp jab.
Strauss dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Baker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Strauss.
Strauss lands the left hand.
Baker rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Strauss counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Baker throws a lazy right hand but Strauss sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Strauss scores with a hook to the body. Baker takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Strauss lands a two punch combo.
#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Strauss scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Strauss swings widly with a right hand
and Baker counters with a nice uppercut.
Baker throws a jab but it's blocked by Strauss.
Baker throws a body shot but no joy.
Strauss slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Baker walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Strauss throws a solid leg kick but Baker takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Strauss.
Baker moves out of range as Strauss strikes.
Baker takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Strauss scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Baker doesn't seem bothered though.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A solid leg kick lands there for Strauss.
Baker comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Baker moves out of range as Strauss strikes.
Baker appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Baker tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strauss was well out of range. Poor timing from Baker.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wilhelm Strauss dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wilhelm Strauss's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
A jab from Baker misses.
Strauss misses with a double jab.
Strauss lands with a good body shot.
Baker displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Strauss throws out the jab.
Baker keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Baker went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Baker misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Strauss makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Strauss does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Baker is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Baker throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Baker with a jab.
Strauss misses with an uppercut. Baker saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strauss fakes the leg kick and cracks Baker in the body.
Baker looks to throw a body kick
and Strauss counters with a straight right hand.
Baker just misses with a punch to the body.
Strauss uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baker.
Strauss appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T1#
Strauss throws a poor cross that misses
and Baker counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wilhelm Strauss seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Strauss scores with a push kick.
Strauss checks a leg kick.
Baker dodges the punch combination from Strauss.
Baker misses with a hook
and Strauss counters with a stiff right hand.
Strauss bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Baker's head backwards.
Baker throws a series of punches but Strauss avoids them all with ease.
Strauss moves out of range of the leg kick from Baker.
Baker moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Baker dodges the punch combination from Strauss.
Baker looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Strauss connects with the punch.#T2#
Strauss throws a front kick aimed at Baker's knee but Baker avoids it well.
Baker is looking to counter with a body kick.
Strauss throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Baker was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Baker might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice defenses there by Baker.
Strauss lands a nice shot to the body.
Baker uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Strauss has time to react.
Strauss avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Baker buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Strauss throws a push kick but Baker slaps the foot to one side.
Baker chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Baker cracks Strauss with an open hand slap.
Strauss lands a nice looking body kick.
Baker misses with a body shot.
Strauss has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Strauss misses with a few strikes there.
#T3#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Strauss.
Strauss swings for the body but Baker moves out of range.
Baker throws a body shot but no joy.
Baker swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Strauss counter with a right hand.
Strauss scores with a shot to the body.
An inside leg kick from Baker misses.
Strauss misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Baker.
Baker staying out of range there.
Baker misses with a low kick.
Baker slips a jab from Strauss.
Strauss tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Baker was well out of range. Poor timing from Strauss.
Baker avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Baker connects with a good right hand that stumbles Strauss. Strauss circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T4#
Baker on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Baker lands a head kick. Strauss smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Baker lands with an overhand left.
Strauss chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Baker can pounce on him.
Strauss misses the shot to the body.
Strauss scores with a nice head shot.
Strauss lands with a thumping leg kick.
Strauss connects with an inside leg kick.
Baker uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strauss.
Strauss works over Baker's head and body with a nice combination.
Nice uppercut lands for Baker. That snapped Strauss's head back.
Strauss wants to land a leg kick but Baker is out of range.
Baker takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wilhelm Strauss showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Wilhelm Strauss's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Strauss throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Strauss uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Baker.
Baker on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've been informed that Strauss has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
A good leg kick by Baker.
Baker moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Strauss throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Baker counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Baker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Strauss throws the kick towards the body but Baker avoids it.
Baker takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strauss misses with a double jab
and Baker counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Strauss throws a jab when Baker was well out of range.
Strauss throws a series of punches but Baker avoids them all with ease.
Strauss scores with a crisp jab that stopped Baker in his tracks. #T1#
Strauss throws a looping overhand right but Baker ducks down to avoid it.
Baker checks a leg kick.
Baker gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Baker lands with a shot to the body.
Strauss tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Baker was well out of range. Poor timing from Strauss.
A head kick by Strauss misses
and Baker counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Strauss lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Baker looks to throw the jab but Strauss is out of range.
A good leg kick by Baker.
Strauss on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Baker. Baker obviously looking to wear him down.
Baker uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Strauss.
Strauss throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Strauss walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Baker tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strauss was well out of range. Poor timing from Baker.
Strauss's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nice defenses there by Baker.
Baker swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Strauss misses with a low kick.
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!
Strauss scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Baker doesn't seem bothered though.
Baker on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Strauss lands a nice leg kick that just misses Baker's sensitive parts.
Strauss avoids the body shot from Baker.
Strauss connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Baker takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Strauss throws a nice outside leg kick.
Strauss scores with a leg kick.
Baker takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Strauss tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Baker was well out of range. Poor timing from Strauss.
Baker lunges at Strauss with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Strauss's hand.
Baker moves away from the strike by Strauss.
Baker misses the jab.
Strauss misses with the combination.
Strauss takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A head kick misses from Baker.
Strauss scores with a crisp jab that stopped Baker in his tracks.
Strauss misses with the combination.
Strauss misses with a body shot.
Baker throws a big counter combination but Strauss scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T4#
Baker needs to keep his hands up - Strauss had a free shot at his head there.
Strauss throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Baker to counter with a crisp jab.
Strauss displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baker throws out the jab.
Baker throws a head kick that Strauss semi-blocks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Baker misses with an uppercut. Strauss saw that one coming.
Strauss doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Strauss lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Strauss lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Baker backs up against the cage.
Strauss takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Strauss avoids the head kick by Baker.
Strauss misses with a kick to the body.
Baker was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Strauss misses with a few strikes there.
Strauss fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Baker manages to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Wilhelm Strauss just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Wilhelm Strauss's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Baker checks a leg kick.
Baker throws a looping overhand right but Strauss ducks down to avoid it.
Danga de danga de dang - Baker scores with a four punch combination!
Strauss throws a right and a left that Baker avoids nicely.
Strauss lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Baker circles away quickly and effectively.
Baker closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Strauss swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Strauss takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Strauss misses with a double jab
and Baker counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Strauss looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Strauss throws a head kick that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strauss changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Strauss on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Baker. Baker obviously looking to wear him down.
Baker scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Baker missing with a left hand there. Strauss was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Strauss ducks right into an uppercut from Baker.
Strauss throws a lazy uppercut
and Baker counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Strauss looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Crunch! Strauss slams his shin into Baker's torso.
Baker with a nice calf kick.
A swing and a miss from Strauss.
Strauss tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Baker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Strauss swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Strauss throws a sloppy head kick and Baker moves out of range easily. #T2#
Strauss buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Strauss fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Baker is out of range.
Strauss digs a good body shot into Baker's ribs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baker throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Baker has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Baker there as he acknowledges the shot.
Strauss misses with a series of wild punches.
Strauss blocks a low kick nicely.
Nice shot lands for Strauss.
Strauss displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baker throws out the jab.
Strauss delivers a nice body kick.
A big right from Strauss misses. #T3#
Baker throws the left hand but Strauss avoids the punch easily.
Baker misses with a leg kick.
Strauss connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Strauss misses with a double jab.
Baker tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strauss was well out of range. Poor timing from Baker.
Baker looks to score with a jab to the body but Strauss is just out of range.
Baker throws a leg kick but Strauss checks it.
Strauss takes a swing at Baker's ribcage but misses.
Strauss misses with a low kick.
Strauss lands a jab.
Some wild striking there from Strauss.
#T4#
Baker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Strauss.
Strauss misses with a few strikes there.
An inside leg kick lands from Baker.
A punch combination from Strauss misses.
Baker misses with a hook to the body
and Strauss counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Strauss will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Strauss connects with a right hand. Baker shakes it off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Baker throws the kick towards the body but Strauss avoids it.
Baker on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Strauss. Strauss obviously looking to wear him down.
Baker tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Wilhelm Strauss will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Wilhelm Strauss's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Baker uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Strauss.
A cross from Strauss lands.
Baker avoids a kick to the body.
Baker lands a nice shot to the body.
Baker looks to land a right hand but Strauss moved out of range.
Baker connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Strauss's hands.
Baker attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Baker scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Strauss throws a hook to the side of Baker's head but Baker sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker moves out of range of the strikes.
A slow jab from Strauss misses its intended target.
Baker throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Strauss pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T1#
Baker stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Strauss.
Strauss looks to land a left hand but Baker moved out of range nicely.
Strauss throws a leg kick but Baker sees it coming and checks it nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Baker misses the target.
Strauss connects with a leg kick.
Baker looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Strauss changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Baker cracks Strauss with a right hand to the side of the head.
Baker chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Strauss can pounce on him.
Strauss showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Baker.
Strauss follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Strauss cracks Baker with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jeff Baker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Strauss throws a series of punches but Baker avoids them all with ease.
Strauss on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Strauss takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strauss works over Baker's head and body with a nice combination.
Baker keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Strauss jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Strauss throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wilhelm Strauss is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Strauss looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Strauss. Baker does a little dance to reset his feet.
Baker throwing a counter right hand but Strauss manages to avoid it.
Baker smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Strauss jabs at Baker's body.
Strauss misses with a wild combination.
#T3#
A big left from Strauss misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Strauss misses the target.
Baker misses with an uppercut
and Strauss counters with a low kick, right behind Baker 's knee.
Strauss moves out of range as Baker strikes.
Nice shot lands for Strauss.
Baker walks forward, straight into a front kick from Strauss.
Strauss keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Baker throws a body shot but no joy.
A low kick from Strauss misses
and Baker counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Baker looks to land a left hand but Strauss moved out of range nicely.
Strauss throws a leg kick that is checked
and Baker counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
The fighters circle momentarily. Strauss darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Baker throws a nice outside leg kick.
Strauss throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Baker takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A swing and a miss from Baker.
Baker lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Strauss at a distance.
Baker throws a leg kick but Strauss moved away.
Strauss lands a really nice looking cross but Baker seems unphased.
A head kick misses from Strauss.
Baker clobbers Strauss with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Baker takes a swing at Strauss's ribcage but misses.
Strauss comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Wilhelm Strauss.
Well Strauss 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 45:50
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 45:50
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wilhelm Strauss!
Wilhelm Strauss is the new welterweight champion!
Our winner, Wilhelm Strauss, 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.
Jeff Baker was interviewed post fight and said 'I'm trying to get back into ring shape and failed with this camp. I'll be back. I'm dedicated to getting back to where I need to be.'. |
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Event:
CFC 469: Jimenez vs Urameshi
Date: Mar 19, 2022 |
#R1#
Hardaway moves out of range as Baker throws a body kick.
Hardaway slips a jab and a cross from Baker.
Baker dodges the punch combination from Hardaway.
Hardaway tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Baker misses with a low kick as Hardaway jumps back.
We've been told by Hardaway's head coaches at Glory 4 Boxing that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A low kick lands for Baker.
Baker misses with a leg kick
and Hardaway counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Baker thinking.
Baker misses with a wild body shot.
Hardaway moves out of range of the strikes.
Baker swings for the body but Hardaway moves out of range.
Baker takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Baker misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardaway steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Baker.
Hardaway misses with a head kick.
Hardaway pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A nice leg kick from Baker, right into the meat of the thigh.
Baker is looking to chop away at Hardaway's legs.
Hardaway just misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Hardaway tried to score with a low kick but Baker checks it.
Hardaway checks a leg kick.
Hardaway throws a counter high kick but Baker was just alert enough to avoid it.
Hardaway looks to land a body kick but Baker moved away.
Hardaway backing away here, and Baker unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Hardaway lands with a slapping head kick.
Baker blocks a head kick by Hardaway.
Baker pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Baker throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hardaway. Baker does a little dance to reset his feet.
Baker appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Baker connects with a leg kick.
Baker lands with a thumping leg kick.
Baker dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hardaway. That did some damage!
Hardaway clobbers Baker with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Baker misses with a low kick.
Hardaway uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Baker.
Baker uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hardaway.
Baker lands with a thumping leg kick.
Hardaway chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Baker can pounce on him.
#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hardaway waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Baker.
Hardaway throws a lazy right hand but Baker sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hardaway is looking to land body kicks.
Hardaway takes a head kick and keeps coming.
A right-left combo lands from Baker.
Baker lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CL#
Hardaway clinches with his opponent.
Hardaway lands a hook to the side of the head.
Baker lands a left hand.
Hardaway will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Baker up against the cage.
Hardaway prevents Baker from breaking the clinch.#BC2#
Baker breaks from the clinch.
Baker misses with a head kick.
Hardaway with the inside leg kick. #CL#
Hardaway has Baker up against the cage in a clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T3#
Hardaway lands a right hand that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Hardaway struggles to land a body shot inside as Baker controls his hands.
Baker blocking some punches.
Hardaway lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hardaway.
Baker wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Baker.
Baker tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Baker pushes Hardaway back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hardaway tries to throw a body punch but Baker avoids it by throwing Hardaway back against the cage.
Baker misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hardaway throws a head punch that misses.
Baker working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Hardaway is leaning against Baker and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Baker misses with the head strike.
Hardaway avoiding damage as Baker throws knees to the body.
#BC2#
Baker breaks from the clinch.
Baker throws a half hearted mid kick.#T4#
Hardaway tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Baker counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice body kick from Hardaway.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hardaway tries a head kick but it misses.
Hardaway throws a body shot but no joy.
Baker now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Baker checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Baker throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Donk. Hardaway catches Baker right on the button with a cross.
Hardaway swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hardaway throws a half hearted mid kick.
Hardaway throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Baker on the side of the head.
Some bone on bone action there as Hardaway checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Hardaway tries to counter by clinching up but Baker breaks away and moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Both fighters circling a little - Baker finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Baker is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hardaway.
A nice leg kick lands there from Baker.
Baker misses with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jeff Baker will probably get the nod.
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#
Baker throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Baker misses with a two punch combination.
Baker takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Hardaway tries to clinch but Baker moves out of range.
Baker misses with a leg kick.
Baker lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Hardaway scores with a head kick.
Baker scores with a jab to the jaw.
Hardaway throws a big shot that misses.
Hardaway lands a high kick!
Hardaway ducks right into an uppercut from Baker.
Hardaway tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Baker manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hardaway defending well as Baker loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baker pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Baker throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Baker throws a low kick but Hardaway moves out of range easily.
Hardaway was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Hardaway scores with a nice right hand.
Nice uppercut lands for Baker. That snapped Hardaway's head back.
#T1#
Baker misses with a wild body shot.
An inside leg kick from Baker misses.
Baker is looking to score with low kicks.
Hardaway looks to land a right hand but Baker moved out of range.
Baker jabs at Hardaway's body.
Hardaway fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hardaway just misses with a punch to the body.
Baker now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Baker feints a jab promting Hardaway to slip. Baker then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Hardaway slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Hardaway lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Baker throws an overhand right that lands on Hardaway's shoulder, as Hardaway tries to avoid the shot.
Baker moves into range and connects with a jab.
Baker swings away with a body shot that misses
and Hardaway counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Hardaway fails in his attempt to clinch.
Baker looks for the body kick but Hardaway saw that one coming.
Hardaway ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Baker moves away.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice shot by Baker.
Hardaway throws a series of punches but Baker avoids them all with ease.
Baker throws a lazy uppercut
and Hardaway connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Baker scores with a nice body kick.
Hardaway is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hardaway. Baker does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hardaway bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Good leg kick by Hardaway.
Jeff Baker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hardaway avoids the head kick by Baker.
Hardaway misses with a wild body shot.
Hardaway slips under a jab from Baker.
Baker tries to move into range but Hardaway moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Hardaway looks to land a right hand but Baker moved out of range.
Baker throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hardaway on the side of the head.
Hardaway avoids the body shot from Baker.
Baker will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Hardaway misses with the body kick
and Baker counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
Baker misses with a kick to the body.
Hardaway is looking for a counter combo.
Hardaway feints and then cracks Baker's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Baker down. #CL#
Hardaway forces Baker back against the cage and clinches.
Hardaway blocking some punches.
Baker stalling in the clinch but Hardaway improves position.
Hardaway has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.#BC2#
Baker breaks from the clinch.
Baker tries to score with a low kick but Hardaway moves his leg out of the way.
Jeff Baker seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Baker connects with a leg kick.
Baker shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Baker throws a low kick but it's checked well by Hardaway.
Baker dodges the punch combination from Hardaway.
Hardaway throws a big shot that misses.
Baker gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A bone on bone clash there as Hardaway blocks the leg kick.
Baker has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hardaway finds it's way round the side to connect with Baker's head.
Nice defenses there by Hardaway.
Hardaway is looking to counter the offense by Baker and move into the clinch.#T4#
Baker lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Baker throws the kick towards the body but Hardaway avoids it.
Baker misses with an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baker tries a head kick but it misses.
Hardaway tries to counter by clinching up but Baker breaks away and moves out of range.
Baker feints and then cracks Hardaway's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hardaway down.
Baker throws a nice outside leg kick.
Baker thumps Hardaway with a low kick.
Baker misses with a left hand #CL#
and Hardaway counters by moving into the clinch.
Baker throws a punch but it's blocked by Hardaway.
A right handed body shot lands from Baker.
#BC2#
Baker pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Baker misses the shot to the body.
Hardaway is looking to counter the offense by Baker and move into the clinch.
Hardaway pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Baker thows a left - swing and a miss!
Baker takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Hardaway staying out of range there.
Baker throws a body kick that misses
and Hardaway counters with a nice uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Baker showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Hardaway moves out of range of the strikes.
Hardaway throws a looping overhand right but Baker ducks down to avoid it.
Baker's jab looks to have found its range, popping Hardaway under the eye.
Nice cross by Hardaway.
Baker throws a solid leg kick but Hardaway takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Baker.
It looked like Hardaway wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hardaway misses with a few strikes there.
Baker throws a hook to the side of Hardaway's head but Hardaway sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hardaway avoids the body shot from Baker.
Baker throws out a powerful jab.
Hardaway displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baker throws out the jab.
Hardaway avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hardaway.
A slapping leg kick lands for Baker.
Baker fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hardaway.
Jab from Hardaway.
A leg kick checked by Hardaway.#T1#
Hardaway ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Baker moves away.
Hardaway sizes up Baker with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Hardaway lands with a kick to the temple. Baker shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Baker circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hardaway fails with an attempt to clinch.
Baker takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Hardaway is looking to land body kicks.
Hardaway waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Baker.
Hardaway works Baker's body with a nice hook.
Baker steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hardaway.
Baker throws a leg kick that is checked
and Hardaway connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A chopping leg kick lands by Baker.
Hardaway stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Baker.
Baker wants to land a leg kick but Hardaway is out of range.
Baker takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hardaway throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#T2#
A nice leg kick from Baker, right into the meat of the thigh.
#CL#
Hardaway clinches up with Baker and pushes him back against the cage.
Baker throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hardaways head.
Hardaway keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Baker's efforts to push away.
Hardaway scores with a hook to the body.
Hardaway scores with a nice hook to the head.
Baker doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Baker avoids a wild elbow strike from Hardaway.
A short right from Hardaway.
Nice body punch from Baker - that landed with a thud.
Hardaway lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Baker lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC2#
Baker manages to break the clinch.
Hardaway connects with the punch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hardaway looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T3#
Baker swings for the body but Hardaway moves out of range.
Hardaway takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Hardaway wants to clinch.
A nice leg kick from Hardaway, right into the meat of the thigh.
A nice leg kick lands there from Baker.
Hardaway avoids the body shot from Baker.
Hardaway throws a jab but it's blocked by Baker.
Baker's corner calls for a 1-2. Baker obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Hardaway tries to close the distance and clinch up but Baker swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hardaway takes a swing at Baker's ribcage but misses.
Baker cracks Hardaway with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Hardaway throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
Hardaway missing with a left hand there. Baker was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hardaway digs a good hook to Baker's body.
Hardaway takes a swing at Baker's ribcage but misses.
Hardaway works the jab nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baker chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Baker throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Baker lands with a shot to the body.
Hardaway chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Baker can pounce on him.
Hardaway throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Baker checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A chopping leg kick lands by Baker.
Hardaway fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Baker manages to avoid it.
Hardaway with a jab.
Nice straight punches there by Baker. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Baker.
Baker ducks under a wild hook from Hardaway.
A solid leg kick lands there for Baker.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Samuel Hardaway did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Hardaway's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Hardaway takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Hardaway lands a head kick. Baker smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Baker throws a body shot but no joy.
Hardaway sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Baker throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Hardaway moves out of range of the strikes.
Baker lands a jab to Hardaway's midsection.
Hardaway waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Baker.
Baker counters with a body kick.
Hardaway tries a head kick but it misses.
Baker scores with a jab to the head.
Hardaway throws an overhand right that lands on Baker's shoulder, as Baker tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker lands a nice shot that snaps Hardaway's head back.
Hardaway on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Baker. Baker obviously looking to wear him down.
Baker lands a nice shot that snaps Hardaway's head back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Hardaway gets a clinch.
Baker is trying to break the clinch but Hardaway has him pressed against the cage.
Hardaway looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T1#
Baker scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hardaway swings wildly with an uppercut but Baker uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baker misses with a knee strike.
Baker swings wildly with an uppercut but Hardaway uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baker scores a nice knee to the body.
#BC2#
Baker breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Baker dodges the punch combination from Hardaway.
Baker keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hardaway.
Baker tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Baker fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Baker ducks under a wild hook from Hardaway.
Hardaway takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Hardaway lands with an uppercut that bounces Baker off the cage and back into range.
Hardaway uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Baker.
Baker just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromHardaway.#T2#
A head kick misses from Hardaway.
Baker appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Baker will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Baker misses the jab.
Hardaway swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
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!
Baker throws a sloppy head kick #CL#
and Hardaway moves into the clinch.
Hardaway is struggling to control the position.
A nice right hand lands inside from Baker.
Hardaway scores with a shoulder strike.
Baker misses with a punch to the body.
Baker misses with a body punch.
Hardaway misses with a knee to the head.
Baker lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Baker blocks an elbow strike from Hardaway.
Hardaway softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Baker breaks the clinch.
#T3#
Baker misses with an uppercut. Hardaway saw that one coming.
An inside leg kick lands from Baker.
Baker swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Hardaway counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hardaway attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Hardaway takes one on the button.
Baker dips to his left and cracks Hardaway with an uppercut!
A slapping leg kick lands for Baker.
Good shot there by Hardaway.
Hardaway takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Hardaway misses with a leg kick.
Baker swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A leg kick checked by Hardaway.
Baker jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Baker throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Some wild striking there from Hardaway.
#T4#
Hardaway scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hardaway with a nice calf kick.
Baker pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hardaway feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bakers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Baker with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Hardaway wants to clinch.
Baker throws a sloppy head kick and Hardaway moves out of range easily.
A jab from Hardaway misses.
Hardaway avoids the head kick by Baker.
Hardaway throws a body shot but no joy.
Baker cracks Hardaway with an open hand slap.
Hardaway rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Baker moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hardaway backing away here, and Baker unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Jeff Baker will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Baker throws a jab when Hardaway was well out of range.
Baker scores with a jab to the body.
Hardaway goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Hardaway swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hardaway misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hardaway backing away here, and Baker unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Hardaway checks the leg kick.
Hardaway throws a head kick that misses.
Hardaway tries to clinch but Baker moves out of range.
Baker lands with a nice body kick.
Hardaway swings widly with a right hand
enabling Baker to counter with a crisp jab.
Donk. Baker catches Hardaway right on the button with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardaway throws a leg kick but Baker sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Baker misses with an uppercut.
Baker lands a nice looking body shot.
Hardaway throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Baker is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A shot to the liver by Baker. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
Hardaway stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Baker.
Baker lands a lovely overhand right.
Hardaway takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Baker looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Baker throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hardaway will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Hardaway throws a body kick that misses.
Baker lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hardaway's sensitive parts.
Hardaway lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Hardaway throws out a loose jab but Baker uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hardaway tries to land a leg kick but Baker saw it coming and moves away.
A low kick lands for Baker.
Baker lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Baker throws a jab but it's blocked by Hardaway.
Baker dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hardaway. That did some damage!
Hardaway uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baker.#T2#
Baker avoids the head kick by Hardaway.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baker wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A decent looking cross lands there for Baker.
A head kick misses from Baker.
Hardaway wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Hardaway crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Baker - the referee stops the clock and Hardaway gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Baker. Hardaway manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Baker connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Baker throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hardaway scores with a hook.
Hardaway lands with a slapping head kick.
Hardaway pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Baker only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Baker throws a head kick that half lands.
Hardaway looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Hardaway loads up on a big right hand but Baker slips the punch.
Hardaway missing with a left hand there. Baker was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hardaway misses with a straight left. #T3#
Baker looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardaway is just out of range.
Baker moves out of range as Hardaway strikes.
Hardaway paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Baker connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Nice body kick there by Baker.
Hardaway throws a leg kick which misses Baker's front leg but catches the back leg as Baker tries to avoid it.
Hardaway takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Hardaway misses with a head kick.
Baker lands with a kick to the ribs.
Hardaway walks into a left hand.
A clash of legs there as Hardaway blocks the low kick.
Hardaway throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hardaway takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Hardaway checks a leg kick.
Baker connects with a body shot that sends Hardaway's belly button to the back.
Samuel Hardaway has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A decent looking cross lands there for Baker.
Baker fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hardaway.
Baker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hardaway.
Hardaway backing away here, and Baker unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Baker throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hardaway went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Baker misses with a body kick.
A clash of legs there as Baker blocks the low kick.
Baker with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Hardaway pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Baker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Baker throws a nice inside leg kick.
Hardaway tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hardaway tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Baker follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Baker lands a body shot.
Hardaway looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Baker lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jeff Baker comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Baker has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 46:49
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 46:49
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jeff Baker!
Jeff Baker is the new welterweight champion!
Jeff Baker thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CFC 464
Date: Mar 02, 2022 |
#R1#
Johnson works Baker's body with a nice hook.
Johnson misses with a looping right.
Baker was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
CJ Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Johnson lands a jab to Baker's midsection.
Johnson jabs Baker right on the nose. Baker blinks but takes it well.
Johnson misses with a straight left.
Baker was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Baker throws the left hand but Johnson avoids the punch easily.
Johnson throws a lazy right hand but Baker sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Baker misses.
Baker misses the body punch
and Johnson counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson misses with a left hand
and Baker counters with a straight right hand.
Johnson misses with a body shot
and Johnson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Baker slips under a jab from Johnson.
Johnson backing away here, and Baker unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Baker slips a jab from Johnson.
Baker looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Johnson loads up on a big right hand but Baker slips the punch.
Baker now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A shot to the body from Johnson misses
letting Baker counter with a right hand.
Baker staying out of range there.
Johnson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Johnson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Baker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Johnson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Johnson loads up on a big right hand but Baker slips the punch.#T2#
Baker staying out of range there.
Johnson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Johnson throws a right hand that misses
letting Baker counter with a right hand.
Johnson stuns Baker with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Johnson jabs at Baker's body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Johnson misses with a left hand
and Baker counters with a right hand to the body.
Johnson throws a hook to the side of Baker's head but Baker sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Baker lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Johnson throws a right hand that misses
and Baker counters with a stiff right hand.
Baker avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Baker throws out a counter right but Johnson avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Johnson misses with a left hand #KD2#
and Baker counters with a nice right hand that sends Johnson toppling to the canvas! Johnson scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Baker finish him?!#ROC2#Johnson is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like CJ Johnson has been cut.
Baker ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Johnson's jaw. Johnson's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Baker does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jeff Baker!
Jeff Baker seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CFC 457: Reed v Sturmovik
Date: Feb 05, 2022 |
#R1#
Baker slips a jab and a cross from Wrexham .
Baker lands with a thumping leg kick.
Wrexham takes one on the button.
Wrexham has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Wrexham throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Baker counters with a left to the body.
Wrexham throws a sloppy head kick and Baker moves out of range easily.
Wrexham tries to clinch up but Baker circles away and keeps his distance.
Wrexham cracks Baker with a good jab.
Baker scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Wrexham misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Baker.
Wrexham takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Wrexham throws a head kick but Baker moves out of range.
Wrexham avoids the body shot from Baker.
Wrexham tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Baker counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wrexham throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Baker.
Baker feints and then cracks Wrexham 's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Wrexham down.
Baker misses with a leg kick.
Baker ducks under a wild hook from Wrexham .
Wrexham throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wrexham is looking to clinch but Baker is avoiding it.
Baker looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Baker tries to score with a low kick but Wrexham moves his leg out of the way.
Baker misses with a body shot.
#T1#
Baker scores with a nice head shot.
Baker looks to score with a jab to the body but Wrexham is just out of range.
Wrexham moves out of range as Baker strikes.
Baker fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wrexham on the side of the head.
Baker throws a nice outside leg kick.
Baker swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wrexham . Baker does a little dance to reset his feet.
Baker is looking to counter punch.
Wrexham thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2#
Wrexham fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Baker, pushing him back against the cage.
Baker looking to throw knees to the head but Wrexham is blocking nicely.
Wrexham throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Baker blocks it with crossed arms.
Wrexham has a couple of punches blocked by Baker.
Wrexham misses with a knee to the head.
Wrexham pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Wrexham looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Baker tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Baker is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Baker avoiding damage as Wrexham throws knees to the body.
#T2#
Wrexham tries to work over Baker's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The referee calls for Baker to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Baker tries a knee to the head but Wrexham blocks it.
Baker misses with a body punch.
Baker misses with a punch to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Wrexham obliges.
A hook to the body from Wrexham .
Baker is breathing heavily.
Baker takes a knee to the side of the body.
Wrexham is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Baker is defending well for now.
Wrexham throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A nice left hand lands by Wrexham .
Wrexham lands a right hand.
Wrexham throws a punch but it's blocked by Baker.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Wrexham just misses with a elbow thrown towards Baker's brow.
Wrexham working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Baker is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wrexham .
A right hand to the body from Wrexham .
Wrexham lands an elbow inside that Baker shrugs off. #T3#
Baker throws a knee to the head but misses.
Baker wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Baker has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Wrexham lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Baker.
Wrexham working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wrexham blocking some punches.
Baker blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short right from Wrexham .
Baker trying to land knees to the body.
Wrexham lands a hook that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Nice body punch from Wrexham - that landed with a thud.
Wrexham lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Wrexham tries a knee to the head but Baker blocks it.
Wrexham blocking some punches.
A left hand lands to the body for Wrexham .
Wrexham works on Baker's body with a couple of short punches.
Wrexham tries a knee to the head but Baker blocks it.
Wrexham throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Wrexham blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wrexham landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A body shot lands from Wrexham .
Wrexham lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Wrexham lands a knee to the head.
Wrexham landing knees to the head.
Wrexham using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Wrexham with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Wrexham throws a knee to the head but misses.
Wrexham tries to land knees in the clinch but Baker avoids the damage to the body.
Wrexham lands a shoulder strike.
Wrexham lands a left hand that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Baker lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Wrexham backwards.
Baker throws a punch but it's blocked by Wrexham .
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Wrexham creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Baker prevents a body shot from Wrexham .
Baker managing to block the knees to the body from Wrexham .
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Baker misses with a short punch on the inside.
Baker with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Baker is leaning against Wrexham and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Wrexham on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tyler Wrexham dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Baker uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wrexham .
Wrexham throws a jab when Baker was well out of range.
Wrexham throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Baker stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Baker connects with a body shot that sends Wrexham 's belly button to the back.
Wrexham tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Baker pivots, looking for a leg kick but Wrexham is out of range and Baker settles back down.
Baker looks to throw the jab but Wrexham is out of range.
Baker throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Wrexham has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Baker.
Baker scores with a nice strike.
Baker misses with a low kick.#CL2#
Wrexham closes the distance and clinches.
Wrexham looks to throw an elbow but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wrexham with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Baker lands a nice uppercut.
Wrexham tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Baker wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Wrexham has him pressed against the cage.
Wrexham throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Baker blocks it with crossed arms.
Wrexham blocks an uppercut.
#T1#
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Baker lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Wrexham lands an elbow inside that Baker shrugs off. #CUT2#It looks like Jeff Baker has been cut.
Baker misses with a hook from the clinch.
Baker throws a punch but it's blocked by Wrexham .
Wrexham tries a knee to the head but Baker blocks it.
Wrexham creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Baker on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Wrexham misses with some punches.
Baker lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wrexham or not.
Wrexham tries to work over Baker's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Wrexham creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Wrexham misses with a knee strike.
Wrexham misses with a knee strike.
Wrexham blocks an uppercut.
Wrexham has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Baker lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Wrexham stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Baker stalls. #T2#
Baker presses Wrexham against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Wrexham creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A right handed body shot lands from Wrexham .
Wrexham misses with some punches.
#BC#
Baker pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jeff Baker is winning the standup battle so far.
A slow jab from Wrexham misses its intended target.
Baker thinks about countering with a body kick.
Baker is looking to score with low kicks.
Wrexham throws a fast counter high kick but Baker manages to duck under it in time.
Baker looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Baker swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baker wants to slow Wrexham down by chopping away at his legs.
Wrexham throws a body punch but Baker moves out of range.
A shot to the liver by Wrexham . Beautiful body shot.
Wrexham misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wrexham pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Baker lands with an overhand left.
Wrexham lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Baker connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Baker takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T3#
Wrexham gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Baker.
Wrexham moves away from the strike by Baker.
Wrexham blocks a leg kick.
Wrexham lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Wrexham throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Wrexham thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tyler Wrexham is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wrexham tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Baker was well out of range. Poor timing from Wrexham .
Wrexham just misses with a punch to the body.
Wrexham throws out a loose jab but Baker uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baker tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Wrexham scores with a decent looking hook.
A head kick misses from Wrexham .
Baker wants to land a leg kick but Wrexham is out of range.
Tyler Wrexham seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wrexham .
The fighters circling - Wrexham throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wrexham on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Wrexham swings widly with a right hand
and Baker counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wrexham tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Baker lands a body shot.
Wrexham throws a series of punches but Baker moves out of range.
Baker is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Wrexham .
Wrexham is breathing heavily.
Wrexham misses with a head kick.
Wrexham doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A nice leg kick from Baker, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wrexham throws a head kick that misses.
Baker finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Despite the aggression on Wrexham 's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Wrexham takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wrexham swinging wildly here.
Wrexham looks to land a left hand but Baker moved out of range nicely.
Baker misses the shot to the body.
Baker takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Baker throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wrexham misses the shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tyler Wrexham showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jeff Baker's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Baker fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wrexham on the side of the head.
Baker moves out of range as Wrexham strikes.
As Wrexham backs away, Baker returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Wrexham throws a sloppy head kick and Baker moves out of range easily.
Wrexham wants to clinch up but Baker keeps it at a distance.
Wrexham cracks Baker with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Wrexham throws a head kick but Baker moves out of range.
Good work by Wrexham as he checks the leg kick.
Wrexham takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Baker blocks a jab.
A quick step to the side and Baker tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wrexham tries a head kick but it misses.
Wrexham throws a right and a left that Baker avoids nicely.
Wrexham misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Baker.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker throws a sloppy head kick and Wrexham moves out of range easily.
Wrexham stuns Baker with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Baker throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wrexham swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Baker moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Wrexham takes a swing at Baker's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Wrexham cracks a nice hook into Baker's ribs.
Wrexham takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Wrexham throws a jab when Baker was well out of range.
Wrexham with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Baker to score with a decent uppercut.
A head kick misses from Wrexham .
Wrexham looks to throw the jab but Baker is out of range.
Wrexham takes a swing at Baker's ribcage but misses.
Wrexham misses with a head kick.
Wrexham 's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Wrexham gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Baker. Wrexham does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wrexham misses the shot to the body.
Baker lands a slapping body shot.
Baker lands with an uppercut that bounces Wrexham off the cage and back into range.
Baker looks to throw the jab but Wrexham is out of range.
Wrexham displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baker throws out the jab.
Wrexham fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Baker wants to slow Wrexham down by chopping away at his legs.
A big left from Wrexham misses.
Jeff Baker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wrexham throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Baker avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Baker tried to counter with a leg kick but Wrexham avoided it.#CL2#
Wrexham has managed to clinch.
#BC#
Baker's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Baker throws a quick inside leg kick.
Wrexham clobbers Baker with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Baker scores with a leg kick.
Baker misses with a hook. Wrexham ducked under it nicely.
Wrexham blocks a head kick by Baker.
Baker thumps Wrexham with a low kick.
Baker wants to land a leg kick but Wrexham is out of range.
Wrexham lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CL2#
Wrexham pushes Baker up against the cage in a clinch.
Baker with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Wrexham lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Wrexham fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Baker gets through Wrexham 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T3#
Wrexham managing to block the knees to the body from Baker.
With the fighters up against the cage, Wrexham throws an elbow but misses.
Knees to the body from Wrexham .
Wrexham pushes Baker back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wrexham lands a good knee to the midsection. Baker won't want to take too many of those.
Wrexham lands a right hand that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Wrexham working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Wrexham blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wrexham looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Wrexham prevents a body shot from Baker.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Wrexham creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Wrexham working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wrexham lands a hook to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Wrexham .
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wrexham throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bakers head.
Wrexham creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Wrexham landing knees to the body.
Wrexham lands a shoulder strike.
Wrexham lands with a light punch inside. #T4#
Baker takes a knee to the side of the body.
Baker takes a shot to the head.
Baker's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#ROC2#Baker is rocked!
Wrexham lands a good knee to the midsection. Baker won't want to take too many of those.
Oh Baker is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Baker misses with a knee strike.
Wrexham presses Baker against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Baker seems to have got his legs back now.
Wrexham lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Baker dodges an elbow strike from Wrexham .
A nice left hand lands by Wrexham .
A frustrated look appears on Baker's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Baker lands a right hand.
Baker with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Wrexham scores a nice knee to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Baker avoids a wild elbow strike from Wrexham .
Wrexham digs a right hand underneath Baker's ribcage. Baker let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Wrexham lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Baker or not.
Baker blocks a body shot from Wrexham .
Wrexham misses with an elbow over the top.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tyler Wrexham comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Wrexham 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tyler Wrexham !
Jeff Baker spoke after the fight, saying 'I'm trying to get back into ring shape and failed with this camp. I'll be back. I'm dedicated to getting back to where I need to be.'. |
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Event:
CFC 450: Nao v IsMore
Date: Jan 07, 2022 |
#R1#
Keskinen misses with a few strikes there.
Baker doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Baker keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Keskinen looks to throw the jab but Baker is out of range.
Baker swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Keskinen with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Keskinen cracks a nice hook into Baker's ribs.
Keskinen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Baker manages to avoid it.
Keskinen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Good shot there by Keskinen.
Keskinen lands a jab to Baker's midsection.
A shot to the body from Keskinen misses
and Baker counters with an inside leg kick.
Keskinen misses with a wild combination.
#T1#
Keskinen avoids the head kick by Baker.
Keskinen is looking to wear down Baker with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Keskinen throws a series of punches but Baker moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Baker on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Baker misses the jab.
Keskinen tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Baker manages to circle out of the way.
Baker digs a good hook to Keskinen's body.
We've been informed that Baker has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
A punch combination from Keskinen misses.
A nice side step and Baker releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Keskinen looks to score with a jab to the body but Baker is just out of range.
Keskinen stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Baker.
Baker scores with a jab to the body.
Keskinen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Keskinen scores with a jab.
Keskinen looks to land a right hand but Baker moved out of range.
Keskinen throws a lazy right hand but Baker sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It seemed like Baker was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Keskinen falls off balance throwing a combination
and Baker counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Keskinen just misses with a punch to the body.
Baker stuns Keskinen with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Keskinen misses with a body shot
#KD2#
and Baker counters with a nice right hand that sends Keskinen toppling to the canvas! Keskinen scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Baker finish him?!#ROC2#Keskinen is rocked!
An inside leg kick lands from Baker.
Oh Keskinen is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Baker uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Keskinen.
Baker connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Keskinen out cold! This one is over in a flash!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jeff Baker!
Jeff Baker thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CFC 444: IsMore v Inarritu
Date: Dec 12, 2021 |
#R1#
A left and a right from Petersen both land. Nice combination.
Petersen fails with an attempt to clinch.
Baker throwing a counter right hand but Petersen manages to avoid it.
Baker on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Baker avoids the body shot from Petersen.
Steven Petersen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baker takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Baker throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Petersen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It seemed like Petersen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Petersen.
Petersen misses with a body shot.
Baker throws an off balance right hand
and Petersen counters with a straight right hand.
Baker connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Petersen momentarily.
Baker walks into a stiff left hand from Petersen.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baker swings away with a body shot that misses
and Petersen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Petersen throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
The crowd cheers as Baker lands an impressive looking overhand right. Petersen doesn't seem phased though.
Petersen attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Petersen takes a swing at Baker's ribcage but misses.
Baker swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
Petersen shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Baker checks a leg kick.
Baker takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Petersen throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Baker on the side of the head.
Baker takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Petersen has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Petersen digs a good body shot into Baker's ribs.
Baker avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Petersen connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Baker looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Petersen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Baker lunges at Petersen with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Petersen's hand.
Baker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Petersen.
Baker pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL2#
Petersen has managed to clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baker tries to land knees in the clinch but Petersen avoids the damage to the body. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Baker.
Baker's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Petersen misses with a punch to the body.
Petersen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baker's elbow.
Petersen prevents a body shot from Baker.
Good body shot from Baker.
Petersen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Baker goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Baker is stalling here.
Petersen throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Baker lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Knees to the body from Baker.
Baker lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Baker blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Baker misses with a knee to the head.
Baker lands a shot to the body.
Baker can't find room to land a body shot as Petersen controls the action.
Petersen using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Baker using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Petersen has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
#T3#
Petersen landing knees to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Baker.
Petersen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Baker presses Petersen against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A shot in the inside from Baker. #BC2#
Petersen manages to break the clinch.
Petersen misses with a hook
and Baker cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#It looks like Steven Petersen has been cut.
Petersen fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Petersen throws a head kick that misses
and Baker counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Baker connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Petersen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Baker looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Baker takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CL2#
Petersen forces Baker back against the ropes and clinches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Petersen tries to work over Baker's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Baker blocks an uppercut.
Petersen tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#T4##BC#
Baker manages to break the clinch.
Baker scores with a shot to the body.
Petersen throws a lazy head kick
and Baker makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Baker looks for the body kick but Petersen saw that one coming.
Baker checks the leg kick.
Petersen closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Baker lands a nice looking kick to the body. Petersen takes a step back to recover.
Petersen takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Petersen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Petersen tries to clinch up but Baker circles away and keeps his distance.
Petersen misses with an uppercut.
Baker lands with a nice body punch.
Petersen throws a leg kick but Baker sees it coming and checks it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Steven Petersen will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Steven Petersen's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Petersen fails with an attempt to clinch.
Baker takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A shot to the body from Petersen misses
and Baker counters with a stiff right hand.
Petersen misses with a low kick.
Baker throws a counter high kick but Petersen was just alert enough to avoid it.
Petersen misses with a few strikes there.
Baker walks into a straight right hand from Petersen.
Baker misses with a jab to the body
and Petersen counters with an inside leg kick.
Baker circles away from the clinch attempt.
Baker paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Petersen throws a solid leg kick but Baker takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Petersen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petersen digs a good hook to Baker's body.
Nice shot by Petersen.
Baker moves out of range of the strikes.
A counter left hand to the body from Baker misses its target.
Petersen tries to bum rush Baker with a series of wild strikes but Baker uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T1#
Petersen misses with a hook. Baker ducked under it nicely.
Baker was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Petersen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Baker swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Baker keeps the fight on the outside.
Petersen lands with a nice combination. Baker backs away looking to recover.
Petersen fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Baker.
Petersen throws a looping overhand right but Baker ducks down to avoid it.
Baker throwing a counter right hand but Petersen manages to avoid it.
Baker bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Petersen moves out of range as Baker strikes.
A shot to the liver by Baker. Beautiful body shot.
Petersen fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Baker has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Baker missing with a left hand there. Petersen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Petersen takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Petersen swings widly with a right hand
and Baker connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Baker circles away from the clinch attempt.
#T2#
A head kick by Petersen misses
and Baker finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Petersen closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Petersen tries to clinch up.
Baker throwing a counter right hand but Petersen manages to avoid it.
Petersen chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Petersen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Petersen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Petersen fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Petersen is looking to clinch.
Baker swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Baker has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Baker there as he acknowledges the shot.
Baker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Petersen moves away.
Petersen uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Petersen tries to clinch but Baker is having none of it.
Petersen throws a hook but Baker blocks it.#T3#
Petersen slips a straight right by Baker.
Baker is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Baker misses with a straight right.
Petersen thuds a left hand into Baker's body.#CL2#
Baker tries to keep at a distance but Petersen has taken the fight into the clinch.
Baker tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Petersen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baker's elbow. #BC2#
Petersen breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Baker moves out of range as Petersen strikes.
Petersen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Baker.
Steven Petersen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Baker takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Baker swats away the attempt to clinch by Petersen.
A little feinted left hand from Baker on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Petersen throws a series of punches but Baker moves out of range. #CL#
Baker closes the distance and pushes Petersen back into the ropes.#T4#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Baker landing knees to the body.
Petersen is breathing heavily.
A bit of stalling here from Baker.
A nice left hand lands by Baker.
Baker taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Baker lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice right hand lands inside from Baker.
Baker lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Baker can't find room to land a body shot as Petersen controls the action.
Baker landing knees to the head.
#BC#
Baker breaks from the clinch.
Petersen darts in trying to clinch
letting Baker counter with a right hand. #ROC#Petersen is rocked!
A telegraphed right hand from Baker misses the target.
Baker jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Jeff Baker will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Steven Petersen's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Petersen throws a leg kick but Baker moved away.
Baker is looking to counter punch.
Baker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Petersen.
Petersen drops his hands momentarily and Baker takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Baker throws an overhand right that lands on Petersen's shoulder, as Petersen tries to avoid the shot.
Baker lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Petersen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bakers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Petersen tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Baker was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Baker avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Petersen throws a shot from downtown. Baker moves away and avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Baker misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Baker lands a big head kick that sends Petersen tumbling to the mat! Baker takes a step backwards and waves Petersen back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Petersen is still on wobbly legs! Can Baker finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Both fighters circling slowly here as the pace drops. Hopefully one of them does someth.. OOOHHHH!!!! Baker throws an absolute beast of a head kick! Petersen is done! He's out cold, twisted and contorted up against the ropes! Wow!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Jeff Baker!
A victorious Jeff Baker 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: Oct 30, 2021 |
#R1#
Baker cracks a nice hook into Stevenson's ribs.
Stevenson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Baker connects with a solid leg kick.
Baker takes a swing at Stevenson's ribcage but misses.
Stevenson unleashes a big counter combination but Baker bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Baker lands a head kick!
Stevenson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baker.
Baker lands a lovely overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stevenson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Baker connects with a crisp jab. #ROC#Stevenson is rocked!
Jeff Baker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Baker delivers a nice body kick.
Baker throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Baker looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Baker thows a left - swing and a miss!
Stevenson throws a counter combo.
Baker fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Stevenson on the side of the head.
Stevenson is still on wobbly legs! Can Baker finish him?
Stevenson gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Baker gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Stevenson is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jeff Baker!
A relieved looking Jeff Baker 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:
SFL 78 | Animosity
Date: Jun 16, 2021 |
#R1#
A big left from Horiguchi misses.
Ferguson throws an overhand right that lands on Horiguchi's shoulder, as Horiguchi tries to avoid the shot.
Horiguchi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A chopping leg kick lands by Horiguchi.
Good shot there by Ferguson.
Ferguson walks into a straight right hand from Horiguchi.
Horiguchi swings for the body but Ferguson moves out of range.
Horiguchi has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Horiguchi there as he acknowledges the shot.
Horiguchi is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
That kick from Horiguchi tenderised Ferguson's leg. Ferguson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Horiguchi slips under a jab.
Horiguchi appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Horiguchi misses with a straight right.
Ferguson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Horiguchi throws out the jab.
Ferguson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Horiguchi.
Horiguchi has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Far-Q Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Horiguchi thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Ferguson if he has to take too many more of those.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ferguson cracks a nice hook into Horiguchi's ribs.
Horiguchi slips a jab and a cross from Ferguson.
Ferguson checks a leg kick.
Ferguson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Horiguchi.
Ferguson thuds his right hand into Horiguchi's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T1#
Horiguchi takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ferguson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Horiguchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It seemed like Ferguson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Horiguchi tries to clinch up.
Horiguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Ferguson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ferguson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Horiguchi.
Ferguson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ferguson throws a big shot that misses.
Akaro Horiguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Horiguchi throws out a leg kick but Ferguson moves out of range and Horiguchi only half commits.
Ferguson missing with a left hand there. Horiguchi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A quick step to the side and Horiguchi tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ferguson lands with a kick to the temple. Horiguchi shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Ferguson throws a body kick that misses.
Horiguchi works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Horiguchi. Ferguson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ferguson connects with a looping right hand.
Horiguchi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ferguson.
Horiguchi is looking to counter punch.
Ferguson lands with a thumping leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
A telegraphed right hand from Horiguchi misses the target.
Ferguson has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Horiguchi takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#T2#
Nice body punch from Ferguson.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ferguson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd cheers as Horiguchi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ferguson doesn't seem phased though.
Horiguchi avoids the body shot from Ferguson.
Ferguson misses the jab.
Horiguchi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Horiguchi dodges the punch combination from Ferguson.
#CL#
Horiguchi closes the distance and clinches.
Ferguson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Horiguchi prevents a body shot from Ferguson.
Horiguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ferguson is trying to break the clinch but Horiguchi is controlling him.
Horiguchi misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Horiguchi decides to pull guard. #SU2#
Ferguson decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Ferguson lands with a hook. Horiguchi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Horiguchi misses with a low kick.
Horiguchi lands with a cross. #T3#
Ferguson staying out of range there.
Jab, jab by Horiguchi - just one landing.
Horiguchi throws a shot from downtown. Ferguson moves away and avoids it.
Ferguson unleashes a big counter combination but Horiguchi bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Horiguchi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ferguson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Ferguson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Horiguchi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ferguson at a distance.
Ferguson scores with a nice head shot.
Ferguson feints and then cracks Horiguchi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Horiguchi down.
Horiguchi throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Horiguchi connects with a body shot that sends Ferguson's belly button to the back.
Ferguson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Horiguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Ferguson.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ferguson throws a body punch but Horiguchi moves out of range.
Ferguson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ferguson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Horiguchi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Horiguchi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ferguson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Horiguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ferguson.
Ferguson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Horiguchi ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Horiguchi tries to land a leg kick but Ferguson saw it coming and moves away.
#T4#
Horiguchi lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ferguson's sensitive parts.
Ferguson is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Horiguchi had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Good shot there by Horiguchi.
Horiguchi throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ferguson throws an overhand right that lands on Horiguchi's shoulder, as Horiguchi tries to avoid the shot.
Ferguson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Horiguchi. Horiguchi obviously looking to wear him down.
Ferguson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Horiguchi manages to avoid it.
Ferguson cracks Horiguchi with an open hand slap.
Horiguchi uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A low kick lands for Horiguchi.
Horiguchi with a hook.
A slow jab from Ferguson misses its intended target.
Horiguchi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ferguson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ferguson swings for the body but Horiguchi moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jab from Horiguchi.
A leg kick checked by Ferguson.
Horiguchi tries to score with a low kick but Ferguson moves his leg out of the way.
Good work by Horiguchi as he checks the leg kick.
Horiguchi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Akaro Horiguchi 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#
Ferguson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ferguson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Horiguchi scores with a nice strike.
Horiguchi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Horiguchi moves away.
Ferguson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A telegraphed right hand from Horiguchi misses the target.
Horiguchi throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Horiguchi throws a jab when Ferguson was well out of range.
Horiguchi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ferguson.
Horiguchi blocks a jab.
Ferguson looks to land a combination but Horiguchi avoids it well.
Ferguson scores with a nice head shot.
Horiguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ferguson.
Ferguson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Horiguchi counters with a nice leg kick.
Ferguson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ferguson blocks a jab.
A combination from Ferguson does no damage.
A swing and a miss from Horiguchi.
Ferguson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Horiguchi manages to avoid it.#T1#
Ferguson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Horiguchi.
Horiguchi misses the shot to the body.
Ferguson lands a head shot.
Horiguchi throws a leg kick but Ferguson checks it.
Horiguchi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Horiguchi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Horiguchi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ferguson throws out the jab.
Ferguson looks to score with a jab to the body but Horiguchi is just out of range.
Ferguson scores with a nice head shot.
Ferguson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ferguson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Horiguchi moves away.
Ferguson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Horiguchi.
Ferguson is looking to chop away at Horiguchi's legs.
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
Nice uppercut lands for Ferguson. That snapped Horiguchi's head back.
Horiguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Ferguson is just out of range.
Nice uppercut lands for Horiguchi. That snapped Ferguson's head back.
Ferguson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
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!
Ferguson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ferguson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A punch combination from Ferguson misses. #T2#
Horiguchi throws a shot from downtown. Ferguson moves away and avoids it.
Horiguchi lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Horiguchi avoids the body shot from Ferguson.
Ferguson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ferguson throws a big shot that misses.
Horiguchi throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ferguson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Horiguchi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A jab from Ferguson misses.
Ferguson is looking to chop away at Horiguchi's legs.
Horiguchi takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nice shot lands for Horiguchi.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Horiguchi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ferguson throws a head kick that misses.
The fighters circling - Ferguson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ferguson misses with a two punch combination.
Horiguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Ferguson connects with an inside leg kick.#T3#
Ferguson misses with a body shot.
Horiguchi throws out a loose jab but Ferguson uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice side step and Ferguson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Horiguchi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ferguson.
Horiguchi lands a nice shot to the body.
Ferguson takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Horiguchi moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Horiguchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Horiguchi connects with an inside leg kick.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Horiguchi moves away.
Ferguson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Ferguson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ferguson misses with a looping right.
Good standup being displayed there by Horiguchi as he connects with a hook.
Riley Ferguson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ferguson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Horiguchi blocks a jab.
Ferguson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
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!
Ferguson needs to keep his hands up - Horiguchi had a free shot at his head there.
Ferguson misses with a hook.
Ferguson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Horiguchi.
#T4#
Ferguson misses with a straight right.
Horiguchi drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ferguson sprawls and moves away.
Ferguson throws a body punch but Horiguchi moves out of range.
Ferguson slips a straight right by Horiguchi.
Horiguchi throws out a loose jab but Ferguson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ferguson lands a head shot.
A jab from Horiguchi finds it's way through Ferguson's defenses.
Ferguson lands with a good body shot.
Horiguchi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ferguson cracks Horiguchi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ferguson swings for the body but Horiguchi moves out of range.
Horiguchi looks to land a body kick but Ferguson moved away.
Ferguson throws a hook but Horiguchi avoids it easily.
Horiguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Ferguson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Horiguchi.
Ferguson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Horiguchi was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Horiguchi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ferguson at a distance.
Ferguson misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Horiguchi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Horiguchi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ferguson misses with a looping left.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Riley Ferguson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Horiguchi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ferguson.
Ferguson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ferguson misses with a hook. Horiguchi ducked under it nicely.
Horiguchi scores with a leg kick.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut.
Ferguson swings for the body but Horiguchi moves out of range.
Horiguchi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Ferguson just misses with a punch to the body.
Horiguchi throws a hook to the side of Ferguson's head but Ferguson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ferguson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Horiguchi finds it's way round the side to connect with Ferguson's head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ferguson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ferguson works Horiguchi's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferguson swats away the attempt to clinch by Horiguchi.
Ferguson throws the left hand but Horiguchi avoids the punch easily.
A lazy left from Horiguchi finds it's target.
Horiguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ferguson.
Ferguson looks to land a left hand but Horiguchi moved out of range nicely.
It looked like Horiguchi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1##CL#
Horiguchi moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
No joy there for Ferguson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Horiguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferguson was well out of range. Poor timing from Horiguchi.
Ferguson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Horiguchi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ferguson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Horiguchi slips a jab from Ferguson.
Horiguchi throws a nice inside leg kick.
Horiguchi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Ferguson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Good standup being displayed there by Horiguchi as he connects with a hook.
Horiguchi with a nice calf kick.
Ferguson throws a body punch but Horiguchi moves out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Horiguchi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ferguson.
Horiguchi throws a low kick but Ferguson moves out of range easily.
Horiguchi digs a good hook to Ferguson's body.
Ferguson throws a body punch but Horiguchi moves out of range.
Horiguchi lands with a straight right. Ferguson didn't see that one coming.#T2#
Horiguchi ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Horiguchi lands a jab to the head.
Ferguson misses the jab.
Horiguchi tried to counter with a leg kick but Ferguson avoided it.
Horiguchi throws the kick towards the body but Ferguson avoids it.
Horiguchi throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ferguson.
Horiguchi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ferguson takes a swing at Horiguchi's ribcage but misses.
Horiguchi digs a good body shot into Ferguson's ribs.
Horiguchi throws a hook to the side of Ferguson's head but Ferguson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A good leg kick by Horiguchi.
Ferguson lands a nice shot that snaps Horiguchi's head back.
Horiguchi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Ferguson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Ferguson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Horiguchi on the side of the head.
Ferguson checks a low kick from Horiguchi.
Horiguchi moves out of range as Ferguson strikes.
Ferguson staying out of range there.
Horiguchi throws a push kick but Ferguson slaps the foot to one side.
Ferguson misses with a hook
and Horiguchi counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T3#
Horiguchi wants to clinch.
Ferguson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ferguson throws a hook but Horiguchi avoids it easily.
Horiguchi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ferguson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Horiguchi.
Ferguson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Horiguchi attempts a counter takedown but Ferguson avoids it well and moves away.
A shot to the liver by Horiguchi. Beautiful body shot.
Ferguson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ferguson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Horiguchi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Horiguchi scores with a punch to the head.
Horiguchi cracks Ferguson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Horiguchi jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Ferguson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Horiguchi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ferguson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ferguson misses the jab.
Horiguchi works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T4#
Ferguson misses with a body punch
and Horiguchi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ferguson pivots, looking for a leg kick but Horiguchi is out of range and Ferguson settles back down.
Horiguchi wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Horiguchi slips under a jab.
Horiguchi misses with a body kick.
Ferguson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ferguson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ferguson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Horiguchi throws a leg kick but Ferguson sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Ferguson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Horiguchi swinging wildly here.
Horiguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ferguson.
Ferguson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ferguson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Horiguchi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Horiguchi takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ferguson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ferguson scores with a nice right hand.
A nice leg kick from Ferguson, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Horiguchi misses with a hook. Ferguson ducked under it nicely.
Ferguson throws a shot from downtown. Horiguchi moves away and avoids it.
Ferguson moves out of range of the leg kick from Horiguchi.
It seemed like Ferguson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Horiguchi lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ferguson fails to land with a series of punches.
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 Akaro Horiguchi.
Well Horiguchi 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Akaro Horiguchi!
Akaro Horiguchi made sure to mention his sponsor, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
SFL 71 | Turf War
Date: May 16, 2021 |
#R1#
Petrov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Petrov takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Ferguson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Petrov misses with a looping right.
Petrov loads up on a big right hand but Ferguson slips the punch.
We've been told by Petrov's head coaches at Ice Cream Parlour that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ferguson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ferguson misses the jab.
Petrov motions for Ferguson to come forward. Petrov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ferguson throws out a counter right but Petrov avoids it with no problem.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Petrov throws a leg kick but Ferguson checks it.
Petrov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ferguson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Grigoriy Petrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ferguson throws out a leg kick but Petrov moves out of range and Ferguson only half commits.
Petrov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ferguson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Ferguson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Petrov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ferguson manages to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Petrov misses with a hook. Ferguson ducked under it nicely.
It seemed like Ferguson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ferguson walks into a straight right hand from Petrov.
Ferguson misses with a looping right.
Ferguson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Ferguson looks to throw the jab but Petrov is out of range. #T1#
Petrov misses with a low kick as Ferguson jumps back.
Petrov misses with a straight left.
Petrov ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Ferguson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jab by Petrov.
Petrov slips a jab from Ferguson.
It appears Petrov was looking to counter with a kick there.
Ferguson has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Petrov lands with a good body shot.
A jab from Ferguson misses.
Petrov with a nice calf kick.
Nice body punch from Ferguson.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ferguson checks a leg kick.
Petrov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferguson was well out of range. Poor timing from Petrov.
Petrov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ferguson.
Petrov digs a good body shot into Ferguson's ribs.
Ferguson stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ferguson slips a jab from Petrov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ferguson! But no joy.
Ferguson misses with a wild combination.
Ferguson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ferguson moves out of range as Petrov strikes.#T2#
Ferguson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Petrov circles away quickly and effectively.
A quick step to the side and Petrov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Petrov misses the jab.
Petrov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ferguson checks it well.
Petrov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ferguson.
Ferguson blocks a jab.
Ferguson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Petrov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Ferguson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Petrov attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Petrov looks to score with a jab to the body but Ferguson is just out of range.
Ferguson scores with a shot to the body.
Ferguson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Petrov was well out of range. Poor timing from Ferguson.
Ferguson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Petrov under the eye.
Petrov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ferguson throws a body punch but Petrov moves out of range.
Petrov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ferguson.
Ferguson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ferguson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Petrov.
Petrov throws a leg kick but Ferguson checks it.
Petrov throws out a leg kick but Ferguson moves out of range and Petrov only half commits. #T3#
Donk. Petrov catches Ferguson right on the button with a cross.
Ferguson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Petrov.
A slapping leg kick lands for Petrov.
Petrov lands an overhand right.
Ferguson throws a hook to the side of Petrov's head but Petrov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Petrov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ferguson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Petrov can pounce on him.
Ferguson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Petrov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Petrov wants to land a leg kick but Ferguson is out of range.
Ferguson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Petrov. #CL2#
Ferguson clinches.
Petrov trying to stall but Ferguson improves his position.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Petrov pushes Ferguson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Petrov is pushing Ferguson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Petrov.
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!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Petrov.#T4#
Ferguson blocks a body shot from Petrov.
Ferguson is looking to break free of the clinch but Petrov has double underhooks. #BC2#
Ferguson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ferguson slips a straight right by Petrov.
Ferguson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice straight punches there by Petrov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Petrov.
Ferguson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Petrov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut.
Ferguson connects with the punch.
Ferguson looks to throw the jab but Petrov is out of range.
Ferguson throws a shot from downtown. Petrov moves away and avoids it.
Petrov throws the left hand but Ferguson avoids the punch easily.
Ferguson looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
The fighters circling - Ferguson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Petrov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Petrov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Petrov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A big left from Ferguson misses.
Ferguson moves out of range of the strikes.
Ferguson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Petrov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Grigoriy Petrov will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Petrov moves away from the strike by Ferguson.
Petrov misses with a right hand
and Ferguson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Petrov is looking to slow Ferguson down with leg kicks.
Ferguson lands a jab to Petrov's midsection.
An inside leg kick lands from Petrov.
Petrov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Petrov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ferguson's head backwards.
Petrov defending well as Ferguson loads up on a big left hand.
Petrov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ferguson swings widly with a right hand
and Petrov counters with a straight right hand.
A jab from Ferguson misses.
Ferguson takes a swing at Petrov's ribcage but misses.
Ferguson throws a lazy uppercut
and Petrov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Petrov misses with a series of wild punches.
Petrov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Petrov just misses with a punch to the body.
Ferguson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ferguson looks to score with a jab to the body but Petrov is just out of range.
Ferguson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1#
Petrov swings for the body but Ferguson moves out of range.
Petrov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferguson was well out of range. Poor timing from Petrov.
Petrov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ferguson. That did some damage!
Petrov misses the shot to the body.
Ferguson misses with a looping right.
A slow jab from Ferguson misses its intended target.
Ferguson misses with a straight right.
Petrov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Good shot there by Petrov.
Petrov scores with a hook.
Ferguson misses with a right hand
and Petrov counters with a thumping low kick.
Petrov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ferguson manages to avoid it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ferguson misses with a few strikes there.
Ferguson moves away from the strike by Petrov.
Petrov throws a lazy uppercut
and Ferguson counters with a nice uppercut.
Petrov scores with a nice strike.
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!
Petrov throws a jab but it's blocked by Ferguson.
Petrov throws a hook to the side of Ferguson's head but Ferguson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Petrov drops his hands momentarily and Ferguson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T2#
Donk. Ferguson catches Petrov right on the button with a cross.
Petrov throws a hook to the side of Ferguson's head but Ferguson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ferguson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ferguson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A big left from Petrov misses.
Ferguson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A telegraphed right hand from Petrov misses the target.
Nice shot by Ferguson.
Petrov lands a jab to Ferguson's midsection.
Ferguson lands a jab-cross combination.
A telegraphed right hand from Petrov misses the target.
Ferguson throws a series of punches but Petrov moves out of range.
Petrov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Petrov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Ferguson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Petrov is looking to score with low kicks.
Ferguson throws a jab when Petrov was well out of range.
Petrov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ferguson doesn't seem bothered though.
Ferguson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Grigoriy Petrov is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Petrov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ferguson.
Ferguson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ferguson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Ferguson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ferguson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Petrov.
Ferguson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Petrov.
Petrov checks a low kick from Ferguson.
Ferguson moves out of range as Petrov strikes.
Petrov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Petrov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ferguson.
Ferguson throws a hook to the side of Petrov's head but Petrov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Petrov avoids a punch combination nicely.
A swing and a miss from Petrov.
A punch combination from Petrov misses.
Petrov jabs at Ferguson's body.
A big left from Ferguson misses.
Petrov throws the left hand but Ferguson avoids the punch easily.
Ferguson ducks under a wild hook from Petrov.
Ferguson misses with a looping left.
Ferguson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A jab from Petrov finds it's way through Ferguson's defenses.
Petrov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ferguson connects with a crisp jab.
Ferguson slips a jab from Petrov.
Petrov connects with a body shot.
Ferguson connects with a right hand. Petrov shakes it off.
Petrov misses the shot to the body.
Petrov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
That kick from Petrov tenderised Ferguson's leg. Ferguson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ferguson staying out of range there.
Petrov staying out of range there.
Petrov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ferguson manages to avoid it.
Petrov tries to clinch up.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ferguson throws a leg kick but Petrov moved away.
Petrov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ferguson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Petrov misses with a body shot.
Petrov connects with a crisp jab.
Petrov connects with a solid leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Grigoriy Petrov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Petrov crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Ferguson - the referee stops the clock and Petrov gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Ferguson. Petrov manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Petrov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Petrov. Ferguson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ferguson loads up on a big right hand but Petrov slips the punch.
Ferguson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ferguson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ferguson loads up on a big right hand but Petrov slips the punch.
Ferguson throws a jab but it's blocked by Petrov.
Ferguson walks into a stiff left hand from Petrov.
Ferguson slips under a jab.
Petrov misses with a hook.
Ferguson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Petrov throws a hook but Ferguson blocks it.
A nice side step and Ferguson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Petrov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Petrov scores with a kick to the midsection.
Ferguson throws a hook but Petrov blocks it.
Ferguson throws a shot from downtown. Petrov moves away and avoids it.
Ferguson misses with a straight left.
Petrov throws a series of punches but Ferguson moves out of range. #T1#
Ferguson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ferguson avoids the body shot from Petrov.
Petrov cracks Ferguson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ferguson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Petrov.
Ferguson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Petrov.
Ferguson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Petrov.
Ferguson staying out of range there.
Petrov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ferguson.
Ferguson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A looping hook to the body misses from Petrov. Ferguson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Petrov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Petrov is looking to score with low kicks.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Petrov.
A shot to the body from Ferguson misses
and Petrov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ferguson misses with a body shot.
Ferguson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Petrov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ferguson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Petrov connects with a nice looking jab.
#T2#
Petrov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Ferguson moves forwards but Petrov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Ferguson misses with a wild combination.
Petrov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ferguson lands a right hook to the body.
Ferguson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ferguson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Petrov.
Ferguson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A slow jab from Ferguson misses its intended target.
Ferguson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Petrov lands a slapping body shot.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Petrov moves away.
Ferguson scores with a hook to the body. Petrov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Petrov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ferguson moves away.
A big right from Petrov misses.
Ferguson throws a jab but it's blocked by Petrov.
Petrov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ferguson.
#T3#
The fighters circling - Petrov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Petrov slips a jab from Ferguson.
Petrov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ferguson throws out the jab.
Petrov throws a big shot that misses.
Petrov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ferguson scores with a shot to the body.
Ferguson is looking to clinch.
Petrov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ferguson.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Petrov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ferguson throws a right hand that Petrov ducks under and follows up with a left that Petrov also avoids with ease.
Ferguson throws the left hand but Petrov avoids the punch easily.
Petrov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ferguson.
Ferguson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Petrov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ferguson avoids a kick to the body.
Ferguson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Petrov.
The crowd cheers as Ferguson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Petrov doesn't seem phased though.
Ferguson stuns Petrov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ferguson lands with a right hand.
Ferguson lands a right hook to the body.
#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ferguson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ferguson throws a big shot that misses.
Petrov misses with a wild body shot.
Petrov lands a nice looking body shot.
Ferguson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Petrov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Jab, jab by Petrov - just one landing.
Ferguson throws a body shot but no joy.
Petrov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ferguson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Ferguson looks to throw the jab but Petrov is out of range.
Riley Ferguson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ferguson throws an overhand right that lands on Petrov's shoulder, as Petrov tries to avoid the shot.
Ferguson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Petrov in his tracks.
Petrov connects with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ferguson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Petrov manages to avoid it.
Petrov fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ferguson just manages to avoid it.
Ferguson lands with a nice body punch.
Petrov scores with a nice head shot.
Petrov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ferguson.
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 Grigoriy Petrov.
Well Petrov 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Grigoriy Petrov!
Our winner, Grigoriy Petrov, 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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SFL 59 | Atunes vs Rishkinov
Date: Mar 31, 2021 |
#R1#
Badass staying out of range there.
Badass uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ferguson.
Ferguson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Badass counters with a thumping low kick.
Badass looks to land a left hand but Ferguson moved out of range nicely.
Badass lands with a kick to the temple. Ferguson shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Badass moves forwards but Ferguson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Badass dodges the punch combination from Ferguson.
Ferguson walks forward, straight into a front kick from Badass.
Badass uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Ferguson thumps Badass with a low kick.
Badass plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Badass.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ferguson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ferguson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Badass.
Badass throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Ferguson misses the shot to the body.
Ferguson is looking to score with low kicks.
It looked like Badass wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Badass lets loose with a powerful body kick. Ferguson will feel that in the morning.#T1#
Badass fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Ferguson.
Ferguson throws a big shot that misses.
Badass throws a right hand that Ferguson ducks under and follows up with a left that Ferguson also avoids with ease.
Badass tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ferguson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Badass looks for the body kick but Ferguson saw that one coming.
Badass fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ferguson checks it well.
Badass tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ferguson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Badass lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Badass lands a head shot.
Badass misses with a kick to the body
and Ferguson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ferguson throws a body shot but no joy.
Badass with the inside leg kick.
Ferguson misses with a few strikes there.
Badass looks to throw the jab but Ferguson is out of range.
Ferguson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ferguson connects with a jab.
Ferguson tries to clinch there but Badass circles away.
Badass tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ferguson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Badass manages to avoid it.
Riley Ferguson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ferguson takes a swing at Badass's ribcage but misses.
Ferguson scores with a hook to the body. Badass takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T2#
Ferguson connects with a solid leg kick. #CL#
Badass clinches with his opponent.
Ferguson blocks an uppercut.
Ferguson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ferguson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Badass.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ferguson.
Badass tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ferguson throws a head punch that misses.
A short left from Ferguson.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Badass.
Ferguson is leaning against Badass and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Badass goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ferguson tries to circle away but Badass has him pinned against the cage.#BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ferguson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Badass scores with a leg kick.
Badass connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Badass lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Ferguson loads up on a big right hand but Badass slips the punch.
Badass wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Ferguson throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Badass.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T3#
Badass doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ferguson takes one to the chin there.
Ferguson throws out a loose jab but Badass uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ferguson misses with a hook. Badass ducked under it nicely.
A quick step to the side and Badass tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ferguson misses with a double jab.
A combination from Ferguson does no damage.
Badass moves away from the strike by Ferguson.
Ferguson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Badass pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ferguson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The fight stays on the outside here - Badass looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Badass tries to clinch but Ferguson moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Badass does a little dance to reset his feet.
Badass keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ferguson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Badass was well out of range. Poor timing from Ferguson.
Ferguson cracks Badass with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ferguson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Badass avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Badass. Ferguson does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Ferguson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Badass was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ferguson keeps the fight on the outside.
Ferguson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Badass.
Ferguson lands a jab to the nose.
Ferguson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Badass.
The crowd cheers as Badass lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ferguson doesn't seem phased though.#CL#
Badass pushes Ferguson up against the cage in a clinch.
A short left from Ferguson.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Badass.
Ferguson lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC2#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
Ferguson throws a poor cross that misses
and Ferguson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Badass misses with a low kick as Ferguson jumps back.
The fighters circling - Ferguson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ferguson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Ferguson jabs Badass to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Badass connects with an inside leg kick.
Badass connects with a leg kick.
Badass uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ferguson.
Badass pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Valtteri Badass will probably get the nod.
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#
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
Badass is looking to counter with a body kick.
Badass tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ferguson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Badass is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Badass throws a leg kick but Ferguson checks it.
Ferguson throws a right hand that misses
and Badass counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A big left from Ferguson misses.
Badass uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ferguson.
Ferguson scores with a jab. Badass acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL#
Badass clinches up with Ferguson and pushes him back against the cage.
Badass throws a punch but it's blocked by Ferguson.
Badass works on Ferguson's body with a couple of short punches.
Badass lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Ferguson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Badass has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A head punch on the inside from Ferguson fails to land.
A short right from Badass on the inside. #BC2#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Badass gets in close and instigates a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head punch on the inside from Ferguson fails to land. #BC#
Badass pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ferguson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Badass.
Ferguson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Badass with a body shot.
Valtteri Badass is winning the standup battle so far.
Ferguson misses with a looping right.#T1#
Badass fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ferguson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ferguson misses with a hook. Badass ducked under it nicely.
Ferguson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Badass appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Badass looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Badass lands a leg kick that knocks Ferguson off balance momentarily.
Ferguson swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Badass counters with an outside leg kick.
Good shot there by Badass.
Badass throws a wild body kick that Ferguson sees coming a mile off.
Badass tries to clinch up but Ferguson circles away and keeps his distance.
Badass scores with a leg kick.
Badass just misses with a punch to the body.
Badass misses with a body kick. #CL#
Badass moves into the clinch successfully.
Valtteri Badass has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Badass misses with the head strike.
Ferguson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ferguson. #BC#
Badass breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Badass lands with a nice body kick.
Badass tries to clinch but Ferguson is having none of it. #T2#
Ferguson misses with a low kick.
Badass throwing a counter right hand but Ferguson manages to avoid it.
Badass misses with an uppercut.
Ferguson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Badass throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Badass swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Badass connects with a body shot that sends Ferguson's belly button to the back.
Ferguson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ferguson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Badass lands with a nice combination. Ferguson backs away looking to recover.
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
Ferguson looks for the body kick but Badass saw that one coming.
Ferguson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ferguson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ferguson misses with a body shot.
Badass moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A slapping body kick lands there for Badass.
Badass misses with a low kick as Ferguson jumps back.
Badass finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ferguson moves out of range of the leg kick from Badass.#T3#
Badass misses with a head kick.
Ferguson throws a jab but it's blocked by Badass.
Ferguson darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Ferguson scores with a nice strike.
Ferguson jabs at Badass's body.
Badass tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ferguson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Badass does a little dance to reset his feet.
Badass is looking to counter punch.
Ferguson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Badass.
Badass throws a shot from downtown. Ferguson moves away and avoids it.
Badass takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ferguson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ferguson is looking to clinch but Badass is avoiding it.
A counter left hand to the body from Badass misses its target.
Ferguson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Badass connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ferguson scrambles back to his feet.
Ferguson moves out of range of the body kick.#CL#
Badass gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ferguson prevents Badass from breaking the clinch.
Ferguson can't find room to land a body shot as Badass controls the action.
#BC#
Badass pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Ferguson moves into the clinch successfully.
#T4##BC#
Badass manages to break the clinch.
Badass with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ferguson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Ferguson throws a body punch but Badass moves out of range.
Ferguson throws a right and a left that Badass avoids nicely.
Badass keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ferguson.
Ferguson throws a body shot but no joy.
Badass moves in looking to clinch but Ferguson pushes him off.
Ferguson avoids a kick to the body.
Badass throws a sloppy head kick and Ferguson moves out of range easily.
It seemed like Ferguson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Badass throws a jab when Ferguson was well out of range.
Ferguson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Badass avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Badass appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Badass misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ferguson throws a body punch but Badass moves out of range.
Badass throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
A clash of legs there as Ferguson blocks the low kick.
Ferguson digs a good hook to Badass's body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Valtteri Badass dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Badass misses with a hook
and Ferguson counters with a nice uppercut.
An inside leg kick lands from Badass.
Ferguson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ferguson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Badass cracks Ferguson with a good jab.
Ferguson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Badass can pounce on him.
Ferguson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Badass tried to counter with a leg kick but Ferguson avoided it.
Badass is looking to clinch.
Badass takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Badass doesn't manage to clinch there - Ferguson circles away.
Ferguson takes a swing at Badass's ribcage but misses.
Badass lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
The fighters circling - Ferguson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Badass lands a slapping body shot.
Ferguson misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Badass clinches up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Badass lands with a short shot to the head.
Ferguson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ferguson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#BC2#
Ferguson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Badass takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Badass misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ferguson is looking to clinch.
Ferguson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Badass moves out of range as Ferguson strikes.
Ferguson throws a lazy right hand but Badass sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Badass takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Badass slips a jab from Ferguson.
Ferguson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#CL#
Badass gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Badass misses with a body punch.
Badass lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Ferguson.
Ferguson tries to work over Badass's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ferguson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Badass pushes Ferguson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Ferguson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ferguson.
Badass digs a right hand underneath Ferguson's ribcage. Ferguson let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Badass on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Badass throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Ferguson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC#
Badass breaks the clinch.
Badass lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Danga de danga de dang - Badass scores with a four punch combination!
Ferguson misses with an uppercut.
Ferguson misses with a wild body shot.
Ferguson blocks the body kick.
Badass scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Ferguson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ferguson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Badass.
Ferguson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Badass.
Ferguson misses with a looping right.
Ferguson misses with a hook.
Badass throws a leg kick but Ferguson checks it.
Ferguson throws a counter combo.
Badass with a nice cross.
Badass tries to land a front kick but Ferguson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Ferguson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Badass.#T3#
Ferguson lands a body shot.
Ferguson throws a body shot but no joy.
Badass connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ferguson. Ferguson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ferguson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Badass throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ferguson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ferguson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Badass tries to close the distance and clinch but Ferguson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ferguson scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ferguson thuds a left hand into Badass's body.
Ferguson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Badass rushes Ferguson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ferguson blocks an uppercut.
Ferguson blocking some punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ferguson takes a shot to the head.
Ferguson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2#
Ferguson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Badass is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4#
Badass throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Badass tries to clinch there but Ferguson circles away.
A big left from Ferguson misses.
Badass connects with a solid leg kick.
Badass misses with the combination.
A big right from Ferguson misses.
Badass throws a leg kick which misses Ferguson's front leg but catches the back leg as Ferguson tries to avoid it.
Badass tries to clinch but Ferguson is having none of it.
Ferguson lands a nice hook to Badass's body. Badass takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Riley Ferguson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Ferguson clinches. #BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Badass looks for the body kick but Ferguson saw that one coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ferguson misses the jab.
Ferguson misses with a right hand
and Badass counters with a nice leg kick.
Ferguson misses the shot to the body.
Ferguson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Badass to score with a decent uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight!
Valtteri Badass showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Badass 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Valtteri Badass!
Valtteri Badass 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:
SFL 50 | Lancaster vs Johnson
Date: Feb 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Ferguson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wolf-Fang manages to avoid it.
Ferguson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Wolf-Fang misses the shot to the body.
Wolf-Fang shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Ferguson eats them both and turns towards Wolf-Fang to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Ferguson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Wolf-Fang looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Ferguson misses with a hook.
Ferguson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wolf-Fang wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Ferguson missing with a left hand there. Wolf-Fang was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wolf-Fang has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Riley Ferguson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ferguson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ferguson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ferguson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wolf-Fang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ferguson.
Wolf-Fang misses with an uppercut. Ferguson saw that one coming.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ferguson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big left from Ferguson misses.
Ferguson lands with a shot to the body.
Ferguson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Wolf-Fang tries to clinch there but Ferguson circles away.
A big left from Ferguson misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Wolf-Fang misses the target.
Ferguson doesn't manage to clinch there - Wolf-Fang circles away.
#T1#
Ferguson throws a lazy right hand but Wolf-Fang sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut.
Wolf-Fang staying out of range there.
Wolf-Fang misses with a body shot.
Ferguson scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Wolf-Fang keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wolf-Fang misses with a looping left.
Wolf-Fang is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Ferguson.
Wolf-Fang fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ferguson manages to avoid it.
Wolf-Fang misses with a body shot.
Wolf-Fang takes one to the chin there.
Ferguson swats away the attempt to clinch by Wolf-Fang.
Wolf-Fang lands with a cross.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wolf-Fang thuds his right hand into Ferguson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ferguson looks to land a left hand but Wolf-Fang moved out of range nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Wolf-Fang does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ferguson swings for the body but Wolf-Fang moves out of range.
Ferguson throws out a loose jab but Wolf-Fang uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ferguson.
Ferguson swings for the body but Wolf-Fang moves out of range.
A left lands for Ferguson.
Ferguson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wolf-Fang misses with a straight left.
Ferguson looks to land a right hand but Wolf-Fang moved out of range.
Wolf-Fang moves to clinch but Ferguson breaks away
and Ferguson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ferguson tries to land a front kick but Wolf-Fang steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Wolf-Fang throws a body punch but Ferguson moves out of range.
Ferguson ducks under a wild hook from Wolf-Fang.
Ferguson misses with a body shot.
Wolf-Fang lands with an uppercut that bounces Ferguson off the cage and back into range.#CL#
Wolf-Fang gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Wolf-Fang misses with some punches.
Ferguson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Ferguson.
Ferguson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wolf-Fangs head. #BC2#
Ferguson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T3#
Wolf-Fang uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ferguson.
A big right from Ferguson misses.
Wolf-Fang misses with a hook. Ferguson ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Ferguson misses.
Ferguson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Wolf-Fang finds it's way round the side to connect with Ferguson's head.
Ferguson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wolf-Fang scores with a punch to the head.
Ferguson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wolf-Fang missing with a left hand there. Ferguson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The fighters circling - Wolf-Fang throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wolf-Fang looks to land a right hand but Ferguson moved out of range.
Ferguson misses the shot to the body.
Wolf-Fang throws an overhand right that lands on Ferguson's shoulder, as Ferguson tries to avoid the shot.
Ferguson avoids the body shot from Wolf-Fang.
Wolf-Fang jabs at Ferguson's body.#CL2#
Ferguson forces Wolf-Fang back against the cage and clinches.
Wolf-Fang tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wolf-Fang misses with the head strike.
Ferguson lands a body shot.
Wolf-Fang throws a punch but it's blocked by Ferguson. #T4##BC2#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
Wolf-Fang throws a lazy right hand but Ferguson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wolf-Fang uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ferguson.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Ferguson there.
Wolf-Fang waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ferguson.
Wolf-Fang lands a right hook to the body.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut. Wolf-Fang saw that one coming.
Wolf-Fang tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferguson was well out of range. Poor timing from Wolf-Fang.
Ferguson throws out a loose jab but Wolf-Fang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ferguson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wolf-Fang takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#CL#
Ferguson tries to keep at a distance but Wolf-Fang has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wolf-Fang misses with a lunging right hand
and Ferguson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Wolf-Fang tries to clinch up
and Ferguson counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Ferguson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Ferguson misses with a shot to the body
and Wolf-Fang counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Riley Ferguson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wolf-Fang scores with a jab to the head.
Ferguson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Wolf-Fang moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wolf-Fang appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Wolf-Fang throws a body punch but Ferguson moves out of range.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wolf-Fang moves away.
Wolf-Fang was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Wolf-Fang moves out of range as Ferguson strikes.
Ferguson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ferguson moves forwards but Wolf-Fang connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Wolf-Fang throws an overhand right that lands on Ferguson's shoulder, as Ferguson tries to avoid the shot.
Ferguson stalks Wolf-Fang and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Wolf-Fang's face. Wolf-Fang staggers backwards, shaken.
Wolf-Fang throws an overhand right that lands on Ferguson's shoulder, as Ferguson tries to avoid the shot.
Wolf-Fang avoids the body shot from Ferguson.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ferguson needs to keep his hands up - Wolf-Fang had a free shot at his head there.
Ferguson takes one on the button.
Wolf-Fang lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Wolf-Fang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ferguson.
Ferguson is looking for the big counter here.
Ferguson scores with a decent looking hook.
Ferguson throws a lazy uppercut
and Wolf-Fang counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ferguson throws a body punch but Wolf-Fang moves out of range. #T1#
Ferguson throws a hook to the side of Wolf-Fang's head but Wolf-Fang sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A little feinted left hand from Wolf-Fang on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut.
Wolf-Fang misses with a hook.
Wolf-Fang misses with an uppercut.
Ferguson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wolf-Fang tries to clinch but Ferguson is having none of it.
Ferguson tries to clinch up.
Wolf-Fang thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ferguson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Wolf-Fang rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ferguson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wolf-Fang misses with a looping right.
Ferguson thuds his right hand into Wolf-Fang's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ferguson throws a sloppy body shot
and Wolf-Fang counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wolf-Fang lands with a shot to the body.
Ferguson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Wolf-Fang looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A jab from Ferguson does it's job there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wolf-Fang throws a body shot but no joy.
Ferguson works Wolf-Fang's body with a nice hook.
Wolf-Fang throws a jab but it's blocked by Ferguson. #T2#
Wolf-Fang uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Wolf-Fang misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ferguson misses with a wild body shot.
Ferguson throws a right and a left that both miss.
A jab from Wolf-Fang finds it's way through Ferguson's defenses.
Ferguson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ferguson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ferguson throws a jab but it's blocked by Wolf-Fang.
Ferguson tries to clinch up.
Wolf-Fang swings widly with a right hand
letting Ferguson counter with a right hand.
Ferguson throws out a loose jab but Wolf-Fang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wolf-Fang takes a swing at Ferguson's ribcage but misses.
Wolf-Fang takes one on the button.
A big left from Ferguson misses.
Wolf-Fang is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Wolf-Fang swings for the body but Ferguson moves out of range.
Wolf-Fang lands with an uppercut that bounces Ferguson off the cage and back into range.
Wolf-Fang tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferguson was well out of range. Poor timing from Wolf-Fang.
Wolf-Fang steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.#T3#
Ferguson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wolf-Fang throws out the jab.
Ferguson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Wolf-Fang swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ferguson.
Ferguson throws a good cross that connects.
Ferguson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ferguson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Wolf-Fang on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Ferguson scores with a three punch combo!
Ferguson keeps the fight on the outside.
A nice side step and Ferguson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Wolf-Fang connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ferguson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Wolf-Fang throws a shot from downtown. Ferguson moves away and avoids it.
Ferguson scores with a jab to the body.
Ferguson throws a body punch but Wolf-Fang moves out of range.
Ferguson connects with a jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Wolf-Fang, as that shot connected.
Ferguson throws a shot from downtown. Wolf-Fang moves away and avoids it.
Ferguson throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Ferguson throws an overhand right that lands on Wolf-Fang's shoulder, as Wolf-Fang tries to avoid the shot.
Wolf-Fang gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ferguson throws out a powerful jab.
Ferguson looks to land a right hand but Wolf-Fang moved out of range.
Wolf-Fang will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ferguson misses with a hook
and Wolf-Fang counters with a stiff right hand.
Ferguson throws a series of strikes that have Wolf-Fang backpedaling.
#CUT2#It looks like Yamcha Wolf-Fang has been cut.
Wolf-Fang lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wolf-Fang ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The fighters circling - Ferguson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wolf-Fang misses with an uppercut. Ferguson saw that one coming.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Wolf-Fang misses with a straight right.
Wolf-Fang throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ferguson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A telegraphed right hand from Ferguson misses the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Riley Ferguson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Yamcha Wolf-Fang's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Ferguson stuns Wolf-Fang with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A jab from Wolf-Fang finds it's way through Ferguson's defenses.
Wolf-Fang uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ferguson.
Ferguson ducks under a wild hook from Wolf-Fang.
Ferguson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ferguson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Wolf-Fang circles away quickly and effectively.
Wolf-Fang is looking to counter punch.
Wolf-Fang blocks a jab.
Nice cross by Wolf-Fang.
Ferguson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Wolf-Fang.
Ferguson fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Wolf-Fang is out of range.
Ferguson scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nice uppercut lands for Ferguson. That snapped Wolf-Fang's head back.
Ferguson throws a jab when Wolf-Fang was well out of range.
Wolf-Fang lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ferguson at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wolf-Fang slips a straight right by Ferguson.
Ferguson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Wolf-Fang keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ferguson.
Wolf-Fang throwing a counter right hand but Ferguson manages to avoid it.
Wolf-Fang lands with a straight right. Ferguson didn't see that one coming.
Ferguson throws a right hand that misses
and Wolf-Fang connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A lazy left from Ferguson finds it's target.#T1#
Ferguson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Wolf-Fang uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ferguson.
Wolf-Fang lands a slapping body shot.
Wolf-Fang misses with a wild body shot.
Ferguson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ferguson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wolf-Fang manages to avoid it.
A jab from Ferguson misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Wolf-Fang misses the target.
A telegraphed right hand from Ferguson misses the target.
Wolf-Fang throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ferguson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Wolf-Fang counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wolf-Fang swinging wildly here.
Wolf-Fang misses the body punch
and Ferguson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wolf-Fang jabs Ferguson right on the nose. Ferguson blinks but takes it well.
Wolf-Fang throws a hook to the side of Ferguson's head but Ferguson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ferguson cracks Wolf-Fang with a good jab.
Wolf-Fang misses with a lunging right hand
and Ferguson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Good exchange - Wolf-Fang coming out on top.#T2#
Wolf-Fang takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Ferguson lands with a nice body punch.
Wolf-Fang misses with a looping right.
Ferguson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Ferguson looks to land a left hand but Wolf-Fang moved out of range nicely.
Ferguson wants to clinch up but Wolf-Fang keeps it at a distance.
Ferguson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wolf-Fang with a hook.
Wolf-Fang looks to throw the jab but Ferguson is out of range.
Ferguson lands a nice looking body shot.
Wolf-Fang cracks Ferguson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Wolf-Fang scores with a jab. Ferguson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Wolf-Fang lands with a right hand.
Wolf-Fang misses with a straight right.
Ferguson tries to bum rush Wolf-Fang with a series of wild strikes but Wolf-Fang uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Wolf-Fang tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferguson was well out of range. Poor timing from Wolf-Fang.
Wolf-Fang uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ferguson.
Wolf-Fang keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T3#
Wolf-Fang bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wolf-Fang misses with a wild body shot.
A big right from Ferguson misses. #CL#
Wolf-Fang gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ferguson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Wolf-Fang backwards.
Ferguson lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ferguson takes a shot to the head.
Ferguson missing with knees to the body.
Ferguson throws a punch but it's blocked by Wolf-Fang. #BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wolf-Fang moves in looking to clinch but Ferguson pushes him off.
Ferguson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wolf-Fang connects with a body shot.
Ferguson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wolf-Fang throws a hook but Ferguson avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Wolf-Fang does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wolf-Fang appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Nice cross by Ferguson.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ferguson defending well as Wolf-Fang loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
Ferguson just misses with a punch to the body.
Ferguson misses with a two punch combination.
Ferguson misses with a looping right.
Ferguson throws an overhand right that lands on Wolf-Fang's shoulder, as Wolf-Fang tries to avoid the shot.
Ferguson throws an off balance right hand
and Wolf-Fang counters with a nice uppercut.
Ferguson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ferguson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Ferguson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wolf-Fang avoids the body shot from Ferguson.
Wolf-Fang misses with an uppercut.
Ferguson loads up on a big right hand but Wolf-Fang slips the punch.
Wolf-Fang lands a head shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wolf-Fang avoids the body shot from Ferguson.
Wolf-Fang throwing a counter right hand but Ferguson manages to avoid it.
Wolf-Fang throws a body punch but Ferguson moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ferguson! But no joy.
Nice defenses there by Ferguson.
A punch lands to the side of Ferguson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Wolf-Fang blocks a jab.
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 Yamcha Wolf-Fang.
Well Ferguson 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Riley Ferguson! |
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Event:
SFL 42 | Akinwande vs Simard
Date: Jan 17, 2021 |
#R1#
Ferguson misses the shot to the body.
Quinn fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Quinn chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Quinn works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Quinn slips under a jab from Ferguson.
Quinn lands with a nice body punch.
Nice shot by Quinn.
Quinn takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Quinn throws a sloppy head kick and Ferguson moves out of range easily.
Ferguson lands with a right hand.
Quinn lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ferguson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ferguson throws a looping overhand right but Quinn ducks down to avoid it.
Quinn tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ferguson swivels and escapes.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut. Quinn saw that one coming.
A quick step to the side and Quinn tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ferguson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
#TD#
Quinn looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ferguson!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ferguson tries to escape but Quinn is in control.
Ferguson stops Quinn from passing to mount.
Ferguson on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #T1#
Quinn landing strikes.
Quinn landing strikes.
The strikes coming from Quinn are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Ferguson is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Quinn is controlling him well.
The ground and pound from Quinn seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Quinn tries to advance to mount but can't.
The strikes coming from Quinn are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
We've been hearing that Quinn has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Ferguson takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Quinn tries to advance to mount but can't.
Quinn wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ferguson keeps working.
Ferguson is trying to buck Quinn off.#T2#
The strikes coming from Quinn are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Quinn trying to control the position but Ferguson is working away.
Ferguson is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Ferguson takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Ferguson takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#ES2#
Ferguson explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Quinn tries to close the distance and clinch but Ferguson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
As Quinn backs off Ferguson throws a huge counter combo but Quinn manages to avoid it all.
Ferguson connects with a jab.
Riley Ferguson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A punch combination from Quinn misses.
No joy there for Ferguson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Quinn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Quinn thuds a left hand into Ferguson's body.
Quinn lands a head shot.
Quinn is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ferguson. #T3#
Quinn moves out of range of the body kick from Ferguson.
Quinn walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Quinn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferguson was well out of range. Poor timing from Quinn.
Quinn ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Quinn throws a big counter combination but Ferguson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Ferguson looks to score with a jab to the body but Quinn is just out of range.
A jab from Ferguson finds it's way through Quinn's defenses.
Ferguson stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Quinn ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Quinn misses with an uppercut. Ferguson saw that one coming.#CL2#
Ferguson pushes Quinn up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Ferguson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Quinn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ferguson misses with a hook.
Quinn scores with a shot to the body.
Riley Ferguson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ferguson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ferguson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Quinn scores with the left hand. Ferguson knows he should have avoided that one.
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!
A big left from Ferguson misses.
Ferguson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#T4#
A big right from Ferguson misses.
Quinn uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Quinn ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Quinn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Quinn takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Quinn fails with an attempt to clinch.
Quinn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ferguson manages to avoid it.
Quinn connects with the punch.
Quinn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Quinn takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Quinn misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Quinn moves away.
Ferguson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Quinn.
A telegraphed right hand from Quinn misses the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ferguson throws a hook but Quinn avoids it easily.
Quinn lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ferguson circles away quickly and effectively.
A nice side step and Ferguson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Quinn moves out of range as Ferguson strikes.
Quinn goes for a double leg but Ferguson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ferguson continues to drive forward.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Billy Quinn will probably get the nod.
That's time! Quinn's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Quinn connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ferguson. Ferguson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Quinn shoots in for a takedown but Ferguson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Quinn throws an overhand right that lands on Ferguson's shoulder, as Ferguson tries to avoid the shot.
Ferguson thuds his right hand into Quinn's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Quinn swings for the body but Ferguson moves out of range.
Ferguson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Quinn.
Ferguson cracks a nice hook into Quinn's ribs.
Ferguson tries to clinch but Quinn moves out of range.
Ferguson scores with the left hand. Quinn knows he should have avoided that one.
Quinn walks into a stiff left hand from Ferguson.
Ferguson throws out a loose jab but Quinn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ferguson cracks Quinn with an open hand slap.
Quinn defending well as Ferguson loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ferguson looks to land a combination. Quinn sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Ferguson moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Ferguson misses the jab.
Quinn feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Fergusons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Quinn throws a series of punches but Ferguson avoids them all with ease.
Quinn shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T1#
Ferguson lands an overhand right.
Quinn connects with a single shot there.
Quinn misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ferguson misses with a looping right.
Quinn shoots for a takedown but Ferguson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ferguson misses the shot to the body.
Quinn staying out of range there.
Jab by Ferguson.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Quinn moves away.
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
Ferguson swings for the body but Quinn moves out of range.
Ferguson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Quinn stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ferguson slips a straight right by Quinn.
Ferguson misses with a looping right.
Ferguson is looking to slow Quinn down with leg kicks.
A big right from Quinn misses.
Ferguson is looking for the big counter here.
Quinn tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ferguson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Quinn somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Quinn. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
The crowd cheers as Ferguson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Quinn doesn't seem phased though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Quinn ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Quinn swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Quinn does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Ferguson tries to bum rush Quinn with a series of wild strikes but Quinn uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ferguson defending well as Quinn loads up on a big left hand.
Quinn on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Riley Ferguson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Quinn throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ferguson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Quinn throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nice defenses there by Quinn.
Quinn fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ferguson just manages to avoid it.
Ferguson misses with a body shot.
Quinn is looking to counter punch.
Quinn throws a series of punches but Ferguson avoids them all with ease.
Quinn uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ferguson.
Ferguson works the jab nicely.
Ferguson looks to score with a jab to the body but Quinn is just out of range.
Nice body punch from Ferguson. #T3#
Quinn takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Quinn slips under a jab.
It looked like Quinn wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Quinn looks to land a combination but Ferguson avoids it well.
Ferguson has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Ferguson jabs at Quinn's body.
Quinn ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ferguson misses with a hook.
Quinn looks for a takedown but Ferguson sprawls well.
Ferguson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A big left from Quinn misses.
Ferguson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Quinn.
Quinn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferguson was well out of range. Poor timing from Quinn.
Ferguson moves out of range as Quinn strikes.
Quinn takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ferguson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Quinn was well out of range. Poor timing from Ferguson.
Quinn rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ferguson counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Quinn slips a straight right by Ferguson.
Billy Quinn is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ferguson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Quinn on the side of the head.
Ferguson moves out of range of the strikes.
Quinn's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ferguson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Quinn scrambles back to his feet.
Ferguson lands a leg kick that knocks Quinn off balance momentarily.
Quinn misses with a few strikes there.
Ferguson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Quinn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Quinn ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Quinn looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Ferguson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ferguson throws an off balance right hand
and Quinn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ferguson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A counter left hand to the body from Quinn misses its target.
Quinn slips a jab from Ferguson.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Quinn lands with a thumping leg kick.
Quinn looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ferguson misses with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Ferguson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Quinn looks to score with a jab to the body but Ferguson is just out of range.#TD#
Quinn shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ferguson manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Ferguson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Quinn is controlling him.
Quinn postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ferguson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Quinn cracks Ferguson with a solid left hand.
Quinn trying to control the position from guard on top but Ferguson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Quinn stops Ferguson from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferguson is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Quinn throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ferguson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ferguson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Quinn is controlling him. #T1#
Quinn controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#ES2#
Ferguson pushes Quinn off and scrambles back to his feet.
Ferguson throws a jab when Quinn was well out of range.
Quinn scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Quinn on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ferguson throws a hook but Quinn avoids it easily.
Ferguson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ferguson thinks about the counter body kick.
A big right from Quinn misses.
Quinn swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ferguson.
Ferguson loads up on a big right hand but Quinn slips the punch.
Ferguson ducks under a wild hook from Quinn.
Ferguson lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ferguson looks to land a combination but Quinn avoids it well.
Quinn appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A jab from Ferguson misses.
A jab from Quinn misses.
Quinn drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T2#
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Quinn moves away.
Ferguson dips to his left and cracks Quinn with an uppercut!
Ferguson misses the jab.
Ferguson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ferguson throws a right hand that Quinn ducks under and follows up with a left that Quinn also avoids with ease.
Ferguson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ferguson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Quinn looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Quinn scores with a jab to the head.
Quinn uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ferguson has time to react.
Quinn pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Quinn connects with a nice looking jab.
Ferguson throws a nice looking combination but Quinn bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Quinn sizes up Ferguson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ferguson misses the shot to the body.
Quinn cracks Ferguson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#TD#
Quinn shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Ferguson is trying to defend but Quinn finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Ferguson wants to get back to his feet.#T3#
Quinn lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Quinn uses his free foot to push down on Ferguson's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ferguson.
You get the feeling that Ferguson really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Quinn looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Quinn landing shots from mount.
Quinn scoring with strikes but Ferguson is staying in there.
Ferguson is squirming around, avoiding Quinn's attempts to control the action.
Ferguson squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
A nice elbow there by Quinn.
You get the feeling that Ferguson really doesn't like being in this position too much.
#T4#
Quinn wants to control the pace but Ferguson is squirming around nicely.
BOOM! Quinn connects with a massive shot to the dome!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ferguson wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
#ES2#
Ferguson bucks Quinn off and manages to get back to his feet!
Quinn moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Quinn throws a leg kick but Ferguson sees it coming and moves out of range.
A jab from Quinn misses.
Quinn closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ferguson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ferguson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ferguson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Quinn throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ferguson.
And that's the end of the fight!
Billy Quinn showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Quinn has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Quinn!
Billy Quinn very nearly forgot to thank Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
SFL 33 | Fusi vs Simard
Date: Dec 13, 2020 |
#R1#
River tries for a takedown but Ferguson circles away easily
and Ferguson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from River is defended easily by Ferguson.
Ferguson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ferguson blocks a jab.
Ferguson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
River scores with a sloppy right hand. Ferguson should have avoided that one. #TD#
River throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Ferguson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. River is in Ferguson's guard.
River stops Ferguson from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferguson is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
River wants to pass the guard but Ferguson is keeping the position.
River stands and throws Ferguson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Ferguson pushes River away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, River gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB#
River has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Ferguson is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. River yanks on the arm and Ferguson is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by River.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kollaa River!
Kollaa River spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
SFL 25 | Roid Rage
Date: Nov 07, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kilgore lands a nice shot that snaps Ferguson's head back.
Ferguson checks a leg kick nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ferguson! But no joy.
Kilgore throws a hook but Ferguson avoids it easily.
Kilgore throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kilgore cracks Ferguson with an open hand slap.
Kilgore tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferguson was well out of range. Poor timing from Kilgore.
It seemed like Ferguson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kilgore jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kilgore scores with a nice right hand.
Kilgore fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut. Kilgore saw that one coming.
Kilgore throws a body punch but Ferguson moves out of range.
Ferguson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kilgore.
Ferguson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kilgore.
Tacitus Kilgore seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ferguson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kilgore.
Some bone on bone action there as Ferguson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kilgore misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Ferguson counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ferguson moves away from the strike by Kilgore.
Kilgore comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kilgore definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Kilgore cracks Ferguson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ferguson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ferguson ducks under a wild hook from Kilgore.
Kilgore jabs Ferguson to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kilgore is looking to chop away at Ferguson's legs.
Kilgore misses with a body kick.
Kilgore lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kilgore misses with a wild body shot.
Ferguson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ferguson has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Ferguson avoids the body shot from Kilgore.
Kilgore throws a looping overhand right but Ferguson ducks down to avoid it.
Kilgore lands a right hook to the body.
Kilgore throws a sloppy head kick and Ferguson moves out of range easily.
Ferguson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kilgore. Kilgore obviously looking to wear him down.
Kilgore takes a swing at Ferguson's ribcage but misses.
Kilgore goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #T2##TD#
Kilgore dives in and scores a takedown into Ferguson's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kilgore works over Ferguson with some ground and pound from guard.
Ferguson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kilgore in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kilgore working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kilgore stops Ferguson from standing up.
Kilgore trying to control the position from guard on top but Ferguson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES2#
Ferguson wriggles free and stands up.
Ferguson misses with the combination.
Ferguson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kilgore finds it's way round the side to connect with Ferguson's head. #T3#
Kilgore scores with a sloppy right hand. Ferguson should have avoided that one.
Kilgore moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kilgore looks to land a left hand but Ferguson moved out of range nicely.
Ferguson tried to score with a low kick but Kilgore checks it.
Kilgore lands an overhand right.
Ferguson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kilgore ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ferguson moves away.
Kilgore misses with an uppercut. Ferguson saw that one coming.
Ferguson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kilgore jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kilgore throws a nice head kick!
Ferguson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Ferguson misses with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kilgore wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Ferguson throws a lazy right hand but Kilgore sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Kilgore misses with a wild body shot.
Kilgore tries to work over Ferguson's front leg with a kick but Ferguson checks it.
Kilgore ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ferguson keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ferguson misses the jab.
Kilgore tries to score with a low kick but Ferguson moves his leg out of the way.
Ferguson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ferguson ducks right into an uppercut from Kilgore.
Kilgore is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Ferguson moves away from the strike by Kilgore.
Kilgore throws a head kick that misses.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut. Kilgore saw that one coming.
Kilgore blocks a jab.
Ferguson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ferguson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kilgore scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kilgore throws a body punch but Ferguson moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tacitus Kilgore dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kilgore with a nice cross.
Ferguson checks the leg kick.
Ferguson misses with a straight right.
The fighters circling - Kilgore throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ferguson misses with a straight left.
Ferguson on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kilgore connects with a right hand. Ferguson shakes it off.
Tacitus Kilgore is winning the standup battle so far.
Kilgore punishes Ferguson's body with a nice straight punch.
Ferguson looks to land a combination but Kilgore avoids it well.
Jab, jab by Ferguson - just one landing.
Kilgore scoring well with a low kick there.
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
Kilgore lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kilgore misses the shot to the body.
Kilgore lands a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kilgore connects with a jab.#T1#
Kilgore scores with a nice right hand.
Kilgore is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ferguson can do to turn this around?
Kilgore is looking to score with low kicks.
Kilgore throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Ferguson to counter with a crisp jab.
Ferguson might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
A telegraphed right hand from Ferguson misses the target.
Ferguson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kilgore misses with a low kick.
Ferguson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ferguson just misses with a punch to the body.
Kilgore misses with a body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kilgore.
Kilgore throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ferguson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A big left from Ferguson misses.
Riley Ferguson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kilgore throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ferguson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kilgore lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kilgore lands with a nice body punch. #T2#
Ferguson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A cross from Kilgore lands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ferguson drops his hands momentarily and Kilgore takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kilgore lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ferguson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kilgore throws a leg kick
and Ferguson counters with a straight right hand.
Kilgore digs a good body shot into Ferguson's ribs.
Kilgore throws a hook but Ferguson blocks it.
Kilgore connects with a leg kick.
Kilgore keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ferguson.
Ferguson looks to land a right hand but Kilgore moved out of range.
Kilgore moves away from the strike by Ferguson.
Kilgore wants to slow Ferguson down by chopping away at his legs.
Ferguson throws a shot from downtown. Kilgore moves away and avoids it.
Kilgore will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Ferguson looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Kilgore moves away from the strike by Ferguson.
Kilgore scores with a kick to the body.
Kilgore scores with a spinning back kick!
Nice uppercut lands for Kilgore. That snapped Ferguson's head back.
Kilgore tests Ferguson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kilgore misses the jab.
Kilgore throws a right hand that misses
and Ferguson counters with a straight right hand.
Kilgore lands a lovely overhand right.
Ferguson ducks under a wild hook from Kilgore.
Kilgore's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ferguson under the eye.
Kilgore jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A shot to the body from Kilgore misses
and Kilgore takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kilgore lands with a cross.
Ferguson misses with a looping right.
Kilgore misses with a body shot.
#T4#
Ferguson checks a leg kick nicely.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kilgore.
Ferguson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kilgore's hands.
Kilgore throws a lazy right hand but Ferguson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ferguson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kilgore.
Kilgore lands a leg kick that knocks Ferguson off balance momentarily.
Kilgore connects with a single shot there.
Ferguson staying out of range there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ferguson! But no joy.
Kilgore tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferguson was well out of range. Poor timing from Kilgore.
Kilgore lands with a cross.
A slow jab from Kilgore misses its intended target.
Ferguson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A telegraphed right hand from Kilgore misses the target.
Kilgore dips to his left and cracks Ferguson with an uppercut!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kilgore misses with a hook
and Ferguson counters with a straight right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tacitus Kilgore dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Ferguson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ferguson moves out of range of the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ferguson! But no joy.
A big right from Kilgore misses.
Ferguson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kilgore misses with an uppercut.
Kilgore cracks Ferguson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kilgore fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ferguson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ferguson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kilgore throws a body punch but Ferguson moves out of range.
Nice shot lands for Kilgore.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kilgore connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kilgore displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ferguson throws out the jab.
Ferguson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ferguson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kilgore.
Kilgore scores with a nice strike.#T1#
Kilgore stalks Ferguson and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Ferguson's face. Ferguson staggers backwards, shaken.
Ferguson scores with a decent looking hook.
Kilgore scores with a punch to the head.
Kilgore lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ferguson throws a hook but Kilgore avoids it easily.
Kilgore drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ferguson sprawls and moves away.
Kilgore misses with a straight right.
Kilgore tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kilgore uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ferguson.
Kilgore tried to score with a low kick but Ferguson checks it.
Kilgore misses with a jab to the body
and Ferguson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Ferguson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kilgore throws a push kick but Ferguson slaps the foot to one side.
Kilgore uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Kilgore tries to counter with a takedown but Ferguson is quick to defend against it.
Kilgore slips a straight right by Ferguson.
Kilgore lands a nice looking body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kilgore rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ferguson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ferguson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T2#
Kilgore throws a looping overhand right but Ferguson ducks down to avoid it.
Ferguson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kilgore throws a poor cross that misses
and Ferguson counters with a nice uppercut.
Kilgore pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kilgore throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ferguson on the side of the head.
Ferguson checks a low kick from Kilgore.
A countering left hand to the body from Ferguson misses.
Kilgore throws a poor cross that misses
and Ferguson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ferguson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kilgore.
Kilgore throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ferguson on the side of the head.
Kilgore misses with an uppercut. Ferguson saw that one coming.
Ferguson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kilgore throws a jab but it's blocked by Ferguson.
Ferguson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kilgore scores with a shot to the body.
Kilgore throws a poor cross that misses
and Ferguson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kilgore lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The fighters circling - Ferguson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tacitus Kilgore is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
A slow jab from Kilgore misses its intended target.
Ferguson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kilgore under the eye.#CUT2#It looks like Tacitus Kilgore has been cut.
Ferguson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kilgore manages to avoid it.
Ferguson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kilgore.
Ferguson throws a hook but Kilgore avoids it easily.
Kilgore just misses with a punch to the body.
Ferguson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ferguson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kilgore looks to land a left hand but Ferguson moved out of range nicely.
Kilgore misses with a leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kilgore.
Kilgore gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Ferguson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ferguson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kilgore manages to avoid it.
Ferguson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kilgore connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T4#
Ferguson avoids the body shot from Kilgore.
Kilgore throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ferguson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kilgore.
Kilgore connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ferguson. Ferguson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kilgore throws a body punch but Ferguson moves out of range.
Ferguson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kilgore misses with a body punch
and Ferguson counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Kilgore.
Kilgore tries to counter with a takedown but Ferguson is quick to defend against it.
Kilgore swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Ferguson to counter with a crisp jab.
Riley Ferguson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ferguson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ferguson moves out of range of the leg kick from Kilgore.
A nice leg kick from Kilgore, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kilgore misses with a leg kick
and Ferguson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kilgore thinking.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kilgore.
Kilgore works Ferguson's body with a nice hook.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tacitus Kilgore showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kilgore 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 James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tacitus Kilgore!
An out of breath Tacitus Kilgore thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
SFL 17 | Trigger vs Johnson
Date: Oct 04, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ferguson slips under a jab.
Ferguson lunges at Lester with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lester's hand.
Lester pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ferguson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ferguson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lester.
Lester lands a really nice looking cross but Ferguson seems unphased.
A telegraphed right hand from Lester misses the target.
Lester throws an overhand right that lands on Ferguson's shoulder, as Ferguson tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferguson lands with a nice combination. Lester backs away looking to recover.#CUT2#It looks like Moe Lester has been cut.
Lester looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ferguson just misses with a punch to the body.
Ferguson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Ferguson slips a jab from Lester.
Lester thuds his right hand into Ferguson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ferguson pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Lester back to the cage. Ferguson follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Lester swings for the body but Ferguson moves out of range.
Ferguson lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Ferguson misses with a shot to the body
and Lester counters with a stiff right hand.
Lester looks to land a left hand but Ferguson moved out of range nicely.
Lester looks to score with a jab to the body but Ferguson is just out of range.
Ferguson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lester uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ferguson.
A little feinted left hand from Lester on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lester misses with a left hand
enabling Ferguson to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Ferguson ducks under a wild hook from Lester.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut
and Lester counters with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lester moves out of range as Ferguson strikes.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lester moves away.
Lester swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ferguson throws a shot from downtown. Lester moves away and avoids it.
Lester throws a jab when Ferguson was well out of range.
Ferguson throws out a powerful jab.
Lester swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ferguson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T3#
Lester is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lester moves away.
Lester swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Ferguson counters with a straight right hand.
Lester misses with an uppercut. Ferguson saw that one coming.
Ferguson moves out of range of the strikes.
Ferguson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Ferguson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Lester uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Ferguson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lester.
Ferguson throws a poor cross that misses
and Lester cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ferguson moves away from the strike by Lester. #T4#
Lester misses with a hook.
Ferguson swings away with a body shot that misses
and Ferguson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lester staying out of range there.
Ferguson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lester waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ferguson.
A countering left hand to the body from Ferguson misses.
Ferguson throws a shot from downtown. Lester moves away and avoids it.
Lester swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ferguson misses with a left hand
and Lester counters with a straight right hand.
Ferguson misses with a hook.
Lester loads up on a big right hand but Ferguson slips the punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Moe Lester will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Moe Lester's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lester misses with a looping right.
Lester takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lester moves out of range as Ferguson strikes.
Lester swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lester throws a right hand that misses
and Ferguson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lester looks to land a right hand but Ferguson moved out of range.
Lester scores with a punch to the head.
Lester throws the left hand but Ferguson avoids the punch easily.
Lester is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lester throws an off balance right hand
and Ferguson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lester ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Ferguson connects with a crisp jab. #T1#
Lester throws a looping overhand right but Ferguson ducks down to avoid it.
Ferguson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lester misses with a hook
and Ferguson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Ferguson throws a leg kick but Lester sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lester tries to counter with a takedown but Ferguson is quick to defend against it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ferguson.
Ferguson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lester lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ferguson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ferguson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lester.
Lester throws a hook but Ferguson avoids it easily.
Ferguson looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
Lester ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ferguson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lester.
Ferguson throws out a counter right but Lester avoids it with no problem.
Lester just misses with a punch to the body.
Lester looks to score with a jab to the body but Ferguson is just out of range.
Ferguson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lester throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lester misses with a lunging right hand
and Ferguson counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ferguson throws an off balance right hand
letting Lester counter with a right hand.
Lester scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lester dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Lester ducks right into an uppercut from Ferguson.
Ferguson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lester.
It looked like Lester wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ferguson moves away from the strike by Lester.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Lester does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ferguson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lester throws a lazy right hand but Ferguson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lester misses with a wild body shot.
Lester lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Lester swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
Lester comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lester throws a poor cross that misses
and Ferguson counters with a stiff right hand.
Ferguson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ferguson misses the shot to the body.
A slow jab from Lester misses its intended target.
Ferguson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
The fighters circling - Lester throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lester ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Lester appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
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!
Lester uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ferguson.
Ferguson misses with a straight left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Riley Ferguson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Moe Lester's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Lester throws a hook but Ferguson avoids it easily.
Ferguson misses the jab.
Lester walks into a left hand.
Ferguson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lester.
Ferguson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ferguson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lester.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferguson slips under a jab.
Ferguson throws a one two combo.
#ROC2#Lester is rocked!
A jab lands there for Ferguson.
Oh Lester is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
BOOM! Ferguson lands a beautiful left hook that drops Lester. Lester tries to recover but Ferguson is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Lester lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Riley Ferguson! |
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Event:
SFL 05 | Taneyev vs Kowalski
Date: Aug 23, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ferguson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smith.
Smith throws an overhand right that lands on Ferguson's shoulder, as Ferguson tries to avoid the shot.
Ferguson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ferguson misses with a lunging right hand
and Smith counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Smith pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Smith throws a sloppy head kick and Ferguson moves out of range easily.
Ferguson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Ferguson slips a straight right by Smith.
Smith gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Smith throws a poor cross that misses
and Ferguson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A jab from Smith does it's job there.
Smith ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Smith looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Smith takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A jab from Smith misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smith tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferguson was well out of range. Poor timing from Smith.
Smith throws a head kick that misses.
Smith misses with a head kick.
#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Ferguson misses the target.
Smith scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Smith takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ferguson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ferguson lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Smith lands with a slapping head kick.
Nice shot by Ferguson.
Smith throws an overhand right that lands on Ferguson's shoulder, as Ferguson tries to avoid the shot.
Ferguson throws a big shot that misses.
Ferguson works Smith's body with a nice hook.
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!
Ferguson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Smith.
Ferguson looks to land a combination but Smith avoids it well.
Smith throws an off balance right hand
and Ferguson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ferguson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Smith walks into a stiff left hand from Ferguson.
Ferguson misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Smith counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Ferguson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smith.
Smith displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ferguson throws out the jab.
Ferguson moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromSmith.
Ferguson staying out of range there.
Smith on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Ferguson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Smith only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Smith uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ferguson, as that shot connected.
Ferguson has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Smith misses the shot to the body.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut. Smith saw that one coming.
Riley Ferguson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smith throws a lazy right hand but Ferguson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Smith misses with a body shot.
Smith displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ferguson throws out the jab.
Smith defending well as Ferguson loads up on a big left hand.
Ferguson throws out a loose jab but Smith uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ferguson scores with a hook to the body. Smith takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Smith gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#T3#
Smith misses with a lunging right hand
and Ferguson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ferguson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Ferguson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Smith on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ferguson avoids the body shot from Smith.
Smith looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Smith throws a one two combo.
Smith throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Smith misses with a wild combination.
The fighters circling - Smith throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice body punch from Ferguson.
Ferguson lands a jab to Smith's midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smith looking to land some kicks to the body here.
It looked like Ferguson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ferguson blocks a head kick by Smith.
Ferguson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ferguson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Ferguson blocks a head kick by Smith.
#T4#
Smith steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Ferguson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Smith lands with a good body shot.
A left and a right from Ferguson both land. Nice combination.
Left hook, right uppercut from Smith.
Smith explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Ferguson moves out of range as Smith strikes.
Smith tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Ferguson misses the target.
Smith has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Smith there as he acknowledges the shot.
Smith tries a head kick but it misses.
A cross from Ferguson lands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ferguson connects with a good right hand that stumbles Smith. Smith circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ferguson throws a body shot but no joy.
Smith throws a hook to the side of Ferguson's head but Ferguson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Smith displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ferguson throws out the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Riley Ferguson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Smith throws a head kick that misses
letting Ferguson counter with a right hand.
Smith lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ferguson circles away quickly and effectively.
Smith misses with a jab, cross combination.
Smith throws a shot from downtown. Ferguson moves away and avoids it.
Smith misses with a head kick.
Smith takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Ferguson takes a swing at Smith's ribcage but misses.
Ferguson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ferguson lands with a straight right. Smith didn't see that one coming.
Ferguson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ferguson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Smith lands a head kick. Ferguson smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Smith dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smith throws a hook but Ferguson avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Ferguson misses the target.
Ferguson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ferguson misses with a lunging right hand
letting Smith counter with a right hand.
Ferguson fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1#
A slow jab from Ferguson misses its intended target.
Ferguson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Smith to score with a decent uppercut.
Ferguson throws a jab when Smith was well out of range.
As Ferguson backs off Smith throws a huge counter combo but Ferguson manages to avoid it all.
Ferguson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ferguson misses with a hook.
Smith throws out a counter right but Ferguson avoids it with no problem.
Ferguson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smith.
Smith circles away from the clinch attempt.
A left and a right from Ferguson both land. Nice combination.
Smith has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ferguson slips under a jab from Smith.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smith moves away.
Smith throws a head kick but Ferguson moves out of range.
It looked like Ferguson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Smith.
Smith misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ferguson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ferguson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ferguson throws a right and a left that both miss.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ferguson blocks a head kick by Smith.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smith moves away.
Smith tries a head kick but it misses.
Smith lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #ROC2#Ferguson is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Riley Ferguson has been cut.
Smith takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#ROC#Smith is rocked!
Ferguson throws a monster overhand right that drops Smith! Ferguson follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Riley Ferguson! |
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Event:
RFC: Eye vs. Halli
Date: May 30, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ferguson misses with a straight right.
Ferguson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Pugacheva bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pugacheva moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Pugacheva avoids the body shot from Ferguson.
Pugacheva scores with a hook to the body. Ferguson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Pugacheva on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Pugacheva misses with a looping left.
Ferguson moves out of range of the strikes.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut.
Pugacheva finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Pugacheva misses with a body kick.
Ferguson blocks the body kick.
Ferguson looks to land a right hand but Pugacheva moved out of range.
Pugacheva throws an overhand right that lands on Ferguson's shoulder, as Ferguson tries to avoid the shot.
Ferguson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Pugacheva lands with an uppercut that bounces Ferguson off the cage and back into range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ferguson throws a jab but it's blocked by Pugacheva.
Ferguson checks a leg kick.
Alla Pugacheva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pugacheva throws a leg kick but Ferguson checks it.
Pugacheva takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#T1#
Pugacheva bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pugacheva throws a low kick but Ferguson avoids it.
Ferguson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Ferguson gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Ferguson breaks the clinch.
Ferguson moves out of range of the leg kick from Pugacheva.
A nice leg kick lands there from Pugacheva.
Pugacheva throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nice defenses there by Ferguson.
Pugacheva throws a leg kick
and Ferguson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Pugacheva works the jab nicely.
Pugacheva scores with a punch to the head.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ferguson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A shot to the liver by Ferguson. Beautiful body shot.
Ferguson throws a right and a left that Pugacheva avoids nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ferguson lands with an overhand left.
A jab from Pugacheva misses.
Pugacheva has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Ferguson shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Pugacheva eats them both and turns towards Ferguson to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Pugacheva with a nice calf kick.
Ferguson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pugacheva was well out of range. Poor timing from Ferguson.#T2#
Pugacheva tries to clinch but Ferguson moves out of range.
Ferguson misses with a wild body shot.
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
Pugacheva uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ferguson.
Pugacheva flicks out a counter leg kick but Ferguson steps away.
Pugacheva keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ferguson.
Pugacheva slips under a jab.
Pugacheva pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ferguson throws a body punch but Pugacheva moves out of range.
Ferguson throws a lazy right hand but Pugacheva sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice straight punches there by Pugacheva. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Pugacheva.
Ferguson misses with a hook.
Ferguson throws a body punch but Pugacheva moves out of range.
Pugacheva looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Pugacheva on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ferguson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Ferguson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ferguson just misses with a punch to the body.
Pugacheva misses with a wild body shot.
Pugacheva scores with a leg kick.
Ferguson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It seemed like Pugacheva was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ferguson throws a leg kick but Pugacheva sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A big right from Ferguson misses. #T3#
Ferguson scores with a body shot.
#CL2#
Pugacheva has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ferguson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ferguson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ferguson scores with a sloppy right hand. Pugacheva should have avoided that one.
Ferguson throws out a loose jab but Pugacheva uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pugacheva swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pugacheva is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ferguson.
Pugacheva uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ferguson.
Jab, jab by Pugacheva - just one landing.
Pugacheva defending well as Ferguson loads up on a big left hand.
Good work by Pugacheva as he checks the leg kick.
Pugacheva scores with the left hand. Ferguson knows he should have avoided that one.
Ferguson moves out of range as Pugacheva strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Ferguson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ferguson checks the leg kick.
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!
A big left from Ferguson misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pugacheva! But no joy.
Ferguson blocks a jab.
Ferguson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big left from Ferguson misses. #T4#
Pugacheva misses with a right hand
enabling Ferguson to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice defenses there by Pugacheva.
Pugacheva avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Pugacheva looks to land a right hand but Ferguson moved out of range.
Ferguson connects with a body shot.
Pugacheva uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ferguson.
Pugacheva tries to land a leg kick but Ferguson saw it coming and moves away.
Pugacheva misses with a low kick.
Nice cross by Ferguson.
Pugacheva jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Pugacheva throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little feinted left hand from Ferguson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ferguson misses with a hook.
Ferguson throws a looping overhand right but Pugacheva ducks down to avoid it.
Ferguson digs a good body shot into Pugacheva's ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ferguson missing with a left hand there. Pugacheva was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ferguson throws a hook but Pugacheva avoids it easily.
Pugacheva thows a left - swing and a miss!
Pugacheva staying out of range there.
Ferguson misses with a double jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Ferguson 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#
Pugacheva will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Alla Pugacheva has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ferguson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Pugacheva ducks right into an uppercut from Ferguson.
A clash of legs there as Ferguson blocks the low kick.
Ferguson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pugacheva can do to turn this around?
Ferguson looks to land a left hand but Pugacheva moved out of range nicely.
Pugacheva flicks out a counter leg kick but Ferguson steps away.
Ferguson misses with a wild body shot.
Ferguson throws a hook but Pugacheva blocks it.
Pugacheva throws a nice inside leg kick.
Pugacheva misses with a low kick.
Pugacheva scores with a kick to the body.
Pugacheva slips a straight right by Ferguson.
Pugacheva lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferguson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pugacheva.
Pugacheva flicks out a counter leg kick but Ferguson steps away.
Ferguson looks to land a combination but Pugacheva avoids it well.
Ferguson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Pugacheva finds it's way round the side to connect with Ferguson's head.
Pugacheva misses with a low kick.
Ferguson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ferguson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pugacheva sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pugacheva is looking to chop away at Ferguson's legs.
Pugacheva scores with a body shot.
#T1#
Ferguson checks the leg kick.
Pugacheva misses with a straight right.
The fighters circling - Pugacheva throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ferguson just misses with a punch to the body.
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
Pugacheva uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ferguson.
Pugacheva counters with a body kick.
Riley Ferguson is winning the standup battle so far.
Pugacheva finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ferguson throws the left hand but Pugacheva avoids the punch easily.
Ferguson checks the leg kick.
Pugacheva throws a shot from downtown. Ferguson moves away and avoids it.
Pugacheva slips under a jab.
Ferguson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Pugacheva's hands.
Pugacheva misses with an attempted mid kick.
Pugacheva is looking to land body kicks.
Pugacheva looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
Ferguson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pugacheva.
Ferguson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Pugacheva.
Pugacheva circles away from the clinch attempt.
#T2#
Pugacheva misses with a low kick.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
An inside leg kick lands from Pugacheva.
Pugacheva throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ferguson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ferguson avoids the body shot from Pugacheva.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A low kick lands for Pugacheva.
Ferguson misses with a right hand
enabling Pugacheva to counter with a crisp jab.
A lazy left from Ferguson finds it's target.
Ferguson throws an overhand right that lands on Pugacheva's shoulder, as Pugacheva tries to avoid the shot.
Ferguson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pugacheva.
Ferguson is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Pugacheva misses with a wild body shot.
Ferguson misses with a two punch combination.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut.
Pugacheva keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Pugacheva.
Ferguson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short uppercut from Pugacheva. #T3##BC2#
Pugacheva's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Pugacheva lands with a nice body punch.
Pugacheva looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Ferguson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pugacheva is looking to chop away at Ferguson's legs.
The fighters circling - Ferguson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pugacheva defending well as Ferguson loads up on a big left hand.
Pugacheva motions for Ferguson to come forward. Pugacheva throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A nice leg kick lands there from Pugacheva.
Pugacheva throws a push kick but Ferguson slaps the foot to one side.
Ferguson tries to clinch up but Pugacheva circles away and keeps his distance.
Pugacheva misses with a leg kick.
Pugacheva with the inside leg kick.
Ferguson keeps the fight on the outside.
Ferguson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Pugacheva on the side of the head.
Pugacheva scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Ferguson throws a leg kick that misses.
Ferguson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T4#
Pugacheva buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Pugacheva connects with a nice looking jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pugacheva takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Ferguson throws a series of punches but Pugacheva moves out of range.
Ferguson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice body punch from Ferguson.
Pugacheva moves out of range as Ferguson strikes.
Pugacheva slips a straight right by Ferguson.
A low kick from Pugacheva is predictable there
and Ferguson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ferguson connects with the punch.
Pugacheva ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Ferguson throws a series of punches but Pugacheva moves out of range.
Pugacheva misses the jab.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Pugacheva checks a leg kick.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pugacheva moves away.
Nice body kick from Pugacheva.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ferguson throws a big shot that misses.
Ferguson misses with a looping right.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alla Pugacheva showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Ferguson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Pugacheva throws a hook but Ferguson blocks it.
Pugacheva takes one to the chin there.
Ferguson looks to throw the jab but Pugacheva is out of range.
Ferguson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Pugacheva chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A slow jab from Pugacheva misses its intended target.
Pugacheva is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ferguson.
Pugacheva ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pugacheva throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Pugacheva scores with the left hand. Ferguson knows he should have avoided that one.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Pugacheva does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ferguson throws a lazy right hand but Pugacheva sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pugacheva misses with a straight left.
Pugacheva connects with the punch.
Ferguson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ferguson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ferguson lands a jab to the nose.
Ferguson throws a jab when Pugacheva was well out of range.#T1#
Nice shot lands for Ferguson.
Pugacheva sizes up Ferguson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ferguson misses with a hook.
Pugacheva takes one to the side of the head.
Ferguson lands a right hook to the body.
Pugacheva slips a straight right by Ferguson.
Jab, jab by Pugacheva - just one landing.
Ferguson slips a jab from Pugacheva.
Ferguson blocks the body kick.
Ferguson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ferguson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ferguson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Pugacheva.
Ferguson throws an overhand right that lands on Pugacheva's shoulder, as Pugacheva tries to avoid the shot.
Pugacheva finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Pugacheva connects with a solid leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ferguson checks a leg kick.
Ferguson misses the jab.
Pugacheva throws a leg kick but Ferguson sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Pugacheva looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T2#
A big left from Ferguson misses.
Ferguson looks to score with a jab to the body but Pugacheva is just out of range.
Ferguson just misses with a punch to the body.
Pugacheva staying out of range there.
Pugacheva misses with a straight left.
Pugacheva throws the kick towards the body but Ferguson avoids it.
Nice body punch from Ferguson.
Pugacheva thumps Ferguson with a low kick.
Jab by Ferguson.
Pugacheva throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ferguson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A slow jab from Ferguson misses its intended target.
Pugacheva cracks Ferguson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ferguson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ferguson throws the left hand but Pugacheva avoids the punch easily.
Ferguson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ferguson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pugacheva.
Pugacheva appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ferguson checks a leg kick.
A little feinted left hand from Ferguson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Pugacheva is looking to chop away at Ferguson's legs. #T3#
Ferguson looks to throw the jab but Pugacheva is out of range.
Ferguson takes one to the chin there.
Pugacheva wants to land a leg kick but Ferguson is out of range.
Ferguson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Pugacheva counters with an inside leg kick.
Pugacheva goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Ferguson misses with a wild body shot.
The fighters circling - Pugacheva throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ferguson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ferguson throws a hook to the side of Pugacheva's head but Pugacheva sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ferguson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Pugacheva scores with a leg kick.
Pugacheva has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ferguson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pugacheva throws out the jab.
Ferguson ducks under a wild hook from Pugacheva.
Ferguson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ferguson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ferguson lands with an uppercut that bounces Pugacheva off the cage and back into range.
Pugacheva connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ferguson. Ferguson circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ferguson throws the left hand but Pugacheva avoids the punch easily.
Ferguson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pugacheva manages to avoid it.#T4#
Ferguson with a nice cross.
Pugacheva pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Pugacheva looks to score with a jab to the body but Ferguson is just out of range.
Pugacheva takes one to the side of the head.
Ferguson on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ferguson misses with a looping right.
Pugacheva moves out of range of the strikes.
Jab, jab by Pugacheva - just one landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Ferguson misses the target.
Pugacheva uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ferguson.
Pugacheva tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Pugacheva does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
That kick from Pugacheva tenderised Ferguson's leg. Ferguson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Pugacheva slips a jab from Ferguson.
Pugacheva appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Pugacheva connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Pugacheva misses with a low kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alla Pugacheva.
I think Pugacheva has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Alla Pugacheva! |
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RFC: Makres vs. Trigger
Date: Apr 18, 2020 |
#R1#
Bjornsson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ferguson moves out of range as Bjornsson strikes.
Ferguson misses with a hook. Bjornsson ducked under it nicely. #CL#
Bjornsson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bjornsson can't get the takedown.
Ferguson's coach down at Panda Sprawl n Brawl was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Ferguson's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#BC2#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
Bjornsson misses with a right hand
enabling Ferguson to counter with a crisp jab.
Bjornsson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A slow jab from Ferguson misses its intended target.
Ferguson misses with a two punch combination.
An attempted straight right counter from Bjornsson misses the target.#CL#
Bjornsson takes the fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bjornsson prevents Ferguson from breaking the clinch.
Ferguson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bjornsson misses with a short punch on the inside.
I was talking to Bjornsson's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Ferguson wants to get back to striking at distance but Bjornsson won't allow it.
Ferguson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A right hand to the body from Bjornsson.
#T1#
Ferguson is looking to break free of the clinch but Bjornsson has double underhooks.
A right handed body shot lands from Bjornsson.
Bjornsson misses with a punch to the body.
Bjornsson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
Bjornsson misses with a wild body shot.
Bjornsson is looking to clinch.
Ferguson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Ferguson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bjornsson throws a shot from downtown. Ferguson moves away and avoids it.
Ferguson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ferguson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bjornsson.
Bjornsson throws a shot from downtown. Ferguson moves away and avoids it.
Bjornsson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ferguson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2#
Nice body punch from Ferguson.
Bjornsson tries to close the distance and clinch but Ferguson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ferguson! But no joy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bjornsson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Litill Bjornsson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Bjornsson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bjornsson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC2#
Ferguson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Bjornsson clinches up against the cage.
Bjornsson digs a right hand underneath Ferguson's ribcage. Ferguson let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ferguson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bjornsson.
Ferguson appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bjornsson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bjornsson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A big left from Ferguson misses.
Bjornsson throws an overhand right that lands on Ferguson's shoulder, as Ferguson tries to avoid the shot. #T3##CL#
Bjornsson drives through and clinches with Ferguson against the cage.
Ferguson is trying to break free.
Ferguson tries to break the clinch but Bjornsson is controlling the position.
A shot in the inside from Bjornsson.
Ferguson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bjornsson has Ferguson pressed against the cage, preventing Ferguson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Ferguson throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Bjornsson on the inside.
Bjornsson lands an uppercut.
Bjornsson struggles to land a body shot inside as Ferguson controls his hands.
#TD#
Bjornsson manages to pull guard.
Ferguson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Bjornsson is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Bjornsson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ferguson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bjornsson holds on and takes a little breather.
Ferguson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Bjornsson is proving hard to escape from. #T4##SU2#
Ferguson stands up and waves to Bjornsson to follow him.
Bjornsson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ferguson throws out the jab.
Ferguson slips under a jab.
Bjornsson moves away from the strike by Ferguson. #CL#
Bjornsson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Bjornsson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ferguson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A short right from Ferguson on the inside.
Ferguson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bjornsson backwards. #BC2#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
Ferguson looks to land a left hand but Bjornsson moved out of range nicely.
A slow jab from Ferguson misses its intended target.
Bjornsson doesn't manage to clinch there - Ferguson circles away.
Ferguson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bjornsson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Litill Bjornsson dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Ferguson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#CL#
Bjornsson rushes Ferguson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ferguson.
Ferguson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ferguson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Ferguson.
Ferguson has had enough of the clinch but Bjornsson keeps him there for the moment.
Bjornsson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ferguson is trying to break free.
Bjornsson lands with a right to the head.
Litill Bjornsson has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bjornsson lands with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferguson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ferguson there as he acknowledges the shot.
The fighters circling - Ferguson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bjornsson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bjornsson with a jab.#T1#
Bjornsson misses with a straight left.
Litill Bjornsson is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Bjornsson has Ferguson up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC2#
Ferguson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ferguson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bjornsson throws a jab but it's blocked by Ferguson.
Ferguson slips a jab and a cross from Bjornsson.
Bjornsson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bjornsson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL#
Bjornsson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bjornsson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Bjornsson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ferguson just stands there and leans against the cage.
Bjornsson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ferguson can do to turn this around?
Ferguson can't find room to land a body shot as Bjornsson controls the action.
Bjornsson has Ferguson pressed against the cage, preventing Ferguson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#TD#
Bjornsson decides to pull guard. #T2#
Bjornsson has a closed guard, preventing Ferguson from standing up. #SUB#
Bjornsson working for a triangle but Ferguson defends it easily.
Ferguson tries to stand but Bjornsson is controlling from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Bjornsson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SU2#
Bjornsson is working an open guard so Ferguson takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bjornsson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ferguson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL#
Bjornsson darts in and clinches Ferguson up against the cage.#T3#
Bjornsson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Litill Bjornsson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Ferguson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bjornsson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bjornsson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bjornsson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ferguson misses the shot to the body.
Bjornsson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Bjornsson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Riley Ferguson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ferguson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bjornsson was well out of range. Poor timing from Ferguson.
Ferguson takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL#
Bjornsson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ferguson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Ferguson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bjornsson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ferguson at a distance.
#T4#
Ferguson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ferguson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ferguson throws a poor cross that misses
#CL#
and Bjornsson counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Bjornsson misses with a punch to the body.
Ferguson misses with a punch to the body.
Bjornsson misses with the head strike.
Ferguson working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ferguson lands an uppercut.
Ferguson tries to break the clinch but Bjornsson is controlling the position.
Ferguson lands a shoulder strike.
Ferguson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bjornssons head.
Bjornsson misses with some punches.
#BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ferguson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bjornsson lands with a cross.
Bjornsson staying out of range there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Litill Bjornsson dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Good shot there by Bjornsson.
Bjornsson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ferguson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bjornsson.
Bjornsson misses with a hook
and Ferguson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ferguson scores with a nice head shot.
Bjornsson slips a straight right by Ferguson.#TD#
Bjornsson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Ferguson did well to prevent Bjornsson getting side control.
Bjornsson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Ferguson looks like he's trying to stand up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bjornsson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ferguson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Ferguson pushes Bjornsson off looking to stand but Bjornsson dives back in and keeps control.
#T1#
Bjornsson wants to free his trapped foot but Ferguson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bjornsson has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Bjornsson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ferguson is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Bjornsson is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Ferguson is in real trouble.
#SUB#
Bjornsson working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #ES2#
Ferguson manages to escape to his feet.
Ferguson throws a hook but Bjornsson avoids it easily.#T2#
Bjornsson connects with a single shot there.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bjornsson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ferguson misses with a straight right.
Bjornsson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A big right from Ferguson misses.
Bjornsson misses with a straight left.
Ferguson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bjornsson tries to clinch up.
Ferguson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bjornsson cracks a nice hook into Ferguson's ribs.
Ferguson looks to land a right hand but Bjornsson moved out of range.
Bjornsson throws a hook but Ferguson avoids it easily.#T3#
Bjornsson lands with a good body shot.#CL#
Bjornsson moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Ferguson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bjornsson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bjornsson throws a predictable looking body shot
and Ferguson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bjornsson throws a lazy right hand but Ferguson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL#
Bjornsson darts in and clinches Ferguson up against the cage.#TD#
Bjornsson jumps guard.
#SUB#
Bjornsson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ferguson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Bjornsson is tightening it up a little... Ferguson has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Ferguson reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Ferguson taps out! Nice BJJ there by Bjornsson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Litill Bjornsson!
A victorious Litill Bjornsson 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:
RapidFC 69
Date: Mar 21, 2020 |
#R1#
Wius walks into a left hand.
Ferguson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wius swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ferguson slaps away a takedown attempt from Wius, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ferguson missing with a left hand there. Wius was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wius digs a good body shot into Ferguson's ribs.
Wius misses the jab.
Wius shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Ferguson counters with a straight right hand.
Craig Wius seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wius throws a shot to the body.
Ferguson scores with a punch to the head.
Wius displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ferguson throws out the jab.
Ferguson works Wius's body with a nice hook.
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!
Ferguson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ferguson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Wius's hands.
Wius throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ferguson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Wius fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ferguson manages to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
Riley Ferguson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Wius throws a leg kick but Ferguson checks it.
Ferguson throwing a counter right hand but Wius manages to avoid it.
A low kick from Wius misses
and Ferguson counters with a stiff right hand.
Ferguson throws a shot to the body.
Wius has his takedown stuffed
and Ferguson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Riley Ferguson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Craig Wius.
Wius takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wius lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Wius.
Wius throws a jab but it's blocked by Ferguson.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Wius, as that shot connected.
Wius has his takedown stuffed
and Ferguson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ferguson moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ferguson throws out a loose jab but Wius uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ferguson has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Panda Sprawl n Brawl in the buildup to the fight.
Wius throws a lazy uppercut
letting Ferguson counter with a right hand.
Wius throws a combination. Ferguson tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Ferguson goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#T2#
Ferguson lands a jab.
Wius moves out of range as Ferguson strikes.
Wius uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ferguson.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Wius does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD2#
Ferguson gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Wius to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Wius landing some decent shots from guard.
Wius scoring with some ground and pound.
Wius stops Ferguson from standing up.
Wius with a nice head shot there.
Ferguson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ferguson wants to stand up but Wius is controlling him. #T3#
Wius makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Wius postures up and lands a big shot to Ferguson's brow.
Wius trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wius postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Wius working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Ferguson's head.
Wius throws a big right hand that misses.
Wius loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ferguson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Wius with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#ES#
Ferguson pushes Wius off and gets back to his feet.
Ferguson blocks a low kick nicely.
It looked like Ferguson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Wius.
Wius fails with a takedown attempt.
A cross from Wius lands.#T4#
Ferguson lands the left hand.
A cross from Ferguson lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Wius closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Ferguson to the mat! Ferguson manages to get full guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Wius missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Wius with a nice head shot there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ferguson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Wius loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Wius postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Ferguson manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Wius stalling in the clinch but Ferguson improves position. #BC#
Ferguson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wius bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ferguson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Wius on the wrong end of a nice jab.#TD2#
Wius gets the takedown into side control. #ES#
Ferguson throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Ferguson 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##TD2#
Wius closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Ferguson to the mat! Ferguson manages to get full guard.
Ferguson wants to stand but Wius is controlling the position. #ES#
Ferguson manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Ferguson defending well as Wius loads up on a big left hand.
Ferguson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Wius throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ferguson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ferguson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wius fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Wius shoots for a takedown but Ferguson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Wius misses with a body shot.
Ferguson lands with a hook. Wius tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Wius swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Ferguson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ferguson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wius can do to turn this around?#T1#
Wius avoids the body shot from Ferguson.
Wius changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
Wius gets a takedown into half guard.
Wius throwing shots but Ferguson is blocking nicely.
Ferguson is trying to stand.
#SUB2#
Wius looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Wius drops an elbow to the side of Ferguson's head.
Ferguson is looking to escape.#ES#
Ferguson kicks Wius off and gets back to his feet.
Ferguson throws out a loose jab but Wius uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ferguson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2#
Wius throws an off balance right hand
and Ferguson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ferguson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Some wild striking there from Ferguson.
Ferguson stuffs the takedown.
Riley Ferguson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Craig Wius.
Wius throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ferguson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Wius bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wius throws a right and a left that Ferguson avoids nicely.
Wius has a takedown stuffed.
Wius shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Ferguson counter with a right hand.
Wius closes the distance and clinches up with Ferguson, looking for a takedown. Wius pushes Ferguson against the cage but Ferguson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ferguson loads up on a big right hand but Wius slips the punch.
Wius misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Wius misses with an uppercut
and Ferguson counters with a nice uppercut.
Wius throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ferguson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wius misses with a lunging right hand
and Ferguson counters with a stiff right hand.
A jab from Ferguson misses.
Wius tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ferguson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Wius somewhat.
Ferguson misses with a hook. Wius ducked under it nicely.
Wius tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ferguson swivels and escapes.
Wius shoots for a double leg takedown but Ferguson sprawls well. He's pushed Wius's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A little feinted left hand from Ferguson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ferguson misses with a series of wild punches.
Wius misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T4#
Ferguson lands with a straight right. Wius didn't see that one coming.
Wius shoots for a double leg takedown but Ferguson sprawls well. He's pushed Wius's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Wius misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ferguson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Wius doesn't seem bothered though.
Wius moves into range and connects with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A swing and a miss from Wius.
Ferguson moves out of range as Wius throws a body kick.
Wius ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ferguson moves away.
Ferguson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Wius doesn't seem bothered though.
Wius takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ferguson scores with the left hand. Wius knows he should have avoided that one.
Wius shoots in looking for a takedown. Ferguson tries to sprawl out of it but Wius keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ferguson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Ferguson throws out a loose jab but Wius uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Ferguson 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#
Wius throws a hook but Ferguson blocks it.
Ferguson throws a big shot that misses.
Wius throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A quick step to the side and Ferguson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Wius does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wius doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ferguson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ferguson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Wius.
Wius lands a really nice looking cross but Ferguson seems unphased.
Wius shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ferguson defends it nicely.
Riley Ferguson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Craig Wius.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wius uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Ferguson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wius swings for the body but Ferguson moves out of range.
Wius shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ferguson but Ferguson pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T1#
Ferguson swings for the body but Wius moves out of range.
Wius fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Wius throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Ferguson was covering up waiting for the punch and Wius finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Ferguson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #ES#
Ferguson pushes Wius off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Ferguson moves into range and connects with a jab.
Ferguson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Wius ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.#T2#
Ferguson throws a looping overhand right but Wius ducks down to avoid it.
Wius has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Nice cross by Wius.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wius keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ferguson.
Riley Ferguson is winning the standup battle so far.
Ferguson scores with a nice right hand.
Nice straight punches there by Wius. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Wius.
Ferguson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ferguson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wius fails with the takedown
and Ferguson counters with a straight right hand.
Ferguson throws a hook to the side of Wius's head but Wius sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wius throws a right and a left that Ferguson avoids nicely.
Ferguson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Wius takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Wius takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Wius takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ferguson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Wius slips a jab from Ferguson.#T3#
Ferguson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Wius. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Wius. #ES#
Ferguson explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Wius takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ferguson misses with a body shot.
Wius with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ferguson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wius dives in and grabs Ferguson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ferguson pushes down on Wius's head and hops out.
Craig Wius has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Wius.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wius shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Ferguson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ferguson looks to land a left hand but Wius moved out of range nicely.
Wius tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T4#
Ferguson lands with a cross.
Ferguson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Wius momentarily.
Wius on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ferguson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ferguson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Wius walks into a straight right hand from Ferguson.
Wius throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ferguson's waist but Ferguson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Wius off to one side.
Ferguson with a jab.
Wius misses with the combination.
Ferguson moves into range and connects with a jab.
Wius misses with a looping left.
Ferguson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wius.
Ferguson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And that's the end of the fight!
Riley Ferguson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Ferguson 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 Darius Henderson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 30:27
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Riley Ferguson!
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Event:
RapidFC 62
Date: Feb 08, 2020 |
#R1#
Ferguson misses with a hook. Ghouti ducked under it nicely.
Ghouti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ferguson.
Ghouti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Despite the aggression on Ghouti's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Ghouti takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ghouti thuds his right hand into Ferguson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ferguson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jab by Ferguson.
Ghouti slips under a jab.
Ghouti is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ferguson lands with a nice combination. Ghouti backs away looking to recover.
Ferguson stalks Ghouti and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Ghouti's face. Ghouti staggers backwards, shaken.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ferguson misses with a hook. Ghouti ducked under it nicely.
Ferguson scores with a punch to the head.
Ghouti throws a body punch but Ferguson moves out of range.
Ghouti moves out of range of the strikes.
It seemed like Ghouti was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Decent striking displayed by Ferguson there.
Ferguson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ghouti sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ghouti uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Ghouti bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ferguson missing with a left hand there. Ghouti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And Ghouti tries to counter it with a takedown but Ferguson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A lazy left from Ferguson finds it's target.
Ghouti misses with a body shot
and Ferguson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ferguson looks to throw the jab but Ghouti is out of range.
Ferguson throws a lazy uppercut
and Ghouti counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ghouti with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL2#
Ghouti fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ferguson, pushing him back against the cage.
Ferguson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ghouti drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Ferguson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T2#
Ferguson has a couple of punches blocked by Ghouti.
Ferguson takes a shot to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ghouti lands with a cross.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ghouti.
Ferguson misses with a looping right.
Ferguson missing with a left hand there. Ghouti was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Decent striking displayed by Ferguson there.
Ferguson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Ghouti does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ferguson throws a shot from downtown. Ghouti moves away and avoids it.
Ferguson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Ferguson throws a hook but Ghouti avoids it easily.
Ghouti swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ghouti showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ferguson.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ghouti! But no joy.
Ghouti uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ferguson.
Ferguson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ghouti paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ghouti swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ferguson scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ferguson misses with a double jab.
Ferguson tries to close the distance and clinch but Ghouti swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ferguson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ferguson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ghouti counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ferguson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Ghouti keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ferguson misses with a straight right. #T4#
Ferguson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ghouti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ghouti slips under a jab.
It seemed like Ghouti was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL2#
Ghouti moves into the clinch.
Ferguson misses with some punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ghouti struggles to land a body shot inside as Ferguson controls his hands.
Ghouti misses with a punch on the inside.
Ferguson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ferguson is trying to break the clinch but Ghouti has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Ferguson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
We've been told by Ferguson's head coaches at Panda Sprawl n Brawl that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ghouti catches Ferguson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Ferguson throws a right and a left that Ghouti avoids nicely.
Ferguson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ghouti misses with a shot to the body
and Ferguson counters with a nice body shot.
Ghouti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Ferguson 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#
Ghouti slips under a jab from Ferguson.
A nice side step and Ghouti releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ghouti looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ghouti swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ferguson is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Ferguson misses with a body shot.
Ghouti doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ferguson misses with a looping left.
Ghouti closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ferguson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ghouti throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Riley Ferguson is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferguson misses with a combination
and Ghouti connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut.
Ghouti uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ferguson.#T1##CL#
Ferguson clinches.
Ghouti doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ghouti can't find room to land a body shot as Ferguson controls the action.
Ferguson working aggressively here.
Ferguson is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut. Ghouti saw that one coming.
Good exchange - Ferguson coming out on top.
Ghouti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ghouti with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ghouti steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Ghouti steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Ferguson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ghouti can do to turn this around?
Ferguson misses with a hook.
Ghouti wants to counter with a clinch but Ferguson pushes him away.
Ferguson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ferguson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Ghouti throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ferguson sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Ferguson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ferguson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ghouti looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ferguson misses with a lunging right hand
letting Ghouti counter with a right hand.
Ferguson looks to throw the jab but Ghouti is out of range.
Ghouti throws out a counter right but Ferguson avoids it with no problem.
Ghouti scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Ferguson closes the distance and clinches.
Ghouti makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ferguson. #BC#
Ferguson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ferguson misses with a hook. Ghouti ducked under it nicely.
Ferguson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ghouti is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ferguson with a body shot.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut. Ghouti saw that one coming.
A telegraphed right hand from Ferguson misses the target. #T3#
Ghouti connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ferguson momentarily.
Ferguson throws a hook but Ghouti avoids it easily.
Ferguson looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ferguson tries to clinch but Ghouti is having none of it.
Ghouti misses with a looping right.
Ferguson fails to land with a series of punches.
Ferguson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ghouti's corner calls for a 1-2. Ghouti obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ferguson misses with a right hand
and Ghouti counters with a one-two to the body.
Ferguson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ghouti.
Ferguson throwing a counter right hand but Ghouti manages to avoid it.
Ferguson throws a hook but Ghouti avoids it easily.
Ferguson scores with a body shot.
Al Ghouti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
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!
Ferguson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ghouti.
Ghouti is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Ferguson throws a big shot that misses.
Ferguson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Ferguson misses with a double jab
and Ghouti counters with a nice uppercut.
Ghouti takes a swing at Ferguson's ribcage but misses.
Ferguson slips under a jab from Ghouti.
Ghouti fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ghouti keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ferguson.
Ghouti is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#CL2#
Ghouti forces Ferguson back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Riley Ferguson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice shot by Ferguson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Riley Ferguson will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Ghouti swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ghouti is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ferguson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ghouti looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ferguson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ghouti swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ferguson throws a right hand that misses
#CL2#
and Ghouti counters by clinching up.
Ghouti misses with a body punch.
Ghouti lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ferguson backwards.
Ghouti pushes off an throws an elbow but Ferguson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Ghouti tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Al Ghouti seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short uppercut from Ghouti.
Ghouti throws a punch but it's blocked by Ferguson.
Ghouti lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ferguson working hard to break the clinch.
Ferguson is trying to break the clinch but Ghouti is controlling him.
Ferguson blocks a body shot from Ghouti.
Ghouti lands with a left to the head. #T1#
Ferguson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ferguson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ghouti's elbow.
Ghouti pushes Ferguson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Ghouti has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Ferguson seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Ghouti can turn it around.
Ferguson blocks a body shot from Ghouti.
A right hook to the body lands for Ghouti.
Ferguson tries to circle away but Ghouti has him pinned against the cage.
Ghouti tries to work over Ferguson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ferguson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ghouti lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Ghouti misses with a body punch.
Ferguson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ghouti scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ghouti.
Ferguson prevents a body shot from Ghouti.
Ghouti tries to throw a body punch but Ferguson avoids it by throwing Ghouti back against the cage.
Ghouti struggles to land a body shot inside as Ferguson controls his hands.
Ghouti misses with a punch to the body.
Ghouti blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ferguson tries to circle away but Ghouti has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Ferguson breaks from the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ghouti. Ferguson does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Ferguson misses with a body punch
and Ghouti counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ferguson misses with an uppercut.
Ferguson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ferguson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Ghouti moves out of range of the strikes.
Ghouti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ferguson moves away.
Ferguson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ferguson sizes up Ghouti with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ferguson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ghouti moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ghouti appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ghouti throws a body punch but Ferguson moves out of range. #T3#
Ferguson connects with a body shot.
Ferguson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ghouti connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ferguson moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Ferguson thuds a left hand into Ghouti's body.
Ghouti on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ferguson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nice defenses there by Ghouti.
Good standup being displayed there by Ferguson as he connects with a hook.
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
A combination from Ghouti does no damage.
Ferguson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
Ghouti misses with an uppercut
letting Ferguson counter with a right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ferguson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ghouti sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ghouti appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ferguson throws a looping overhand right but Ghouti ducks down to avoid it.
Ferguson throws an overhand right that lands on Ghouti's shoulder, as Ghouti tries to avoid the shot.
Ghouti let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Ghouti keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ghouti ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ghouti fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ferguson throws a jab but it's blocked by Ghouti.
A little jabbing left from Ghouti on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ghouti's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ferguson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ghouti scrambles back to his feet.
Ghouti swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Ferguson counters with a straight right hand.
Ghouti stuns Ferguson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A jab lands there for Ghouti.
And that's the end of the fight!
Al Ghouti comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ferguson has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 29:28
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 29:28
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Riley Ferguson!
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Event:
RapidFC 60
Date: Jan 18, 2020 |
#R1#
Gordo with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ferguson counters with a left to the body.
Gordo takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ferguson connects with the punch.
Gordo shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ferguson as he avoids it easily.
Ferguson lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jab from Ferguson.
Ferguson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ferguson lands a jab to Gordo's midsection.
Gordo shoots in and drives through. Ferguson sprawls well.
We've been told by Ferguson's head coaches at Panda Sprawl n Brawl that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Riley Ferguson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Eddy Gordo.
Ferguson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gordo tries for a takedown but Ferguson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Gordo misses with a takedown
and Ferguson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD2#
Gordo darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Ferguson pushes Gordo off looking to stand but Gordo dives back in and keeps control.
Gordo is pressing down on Ferguson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ferguson is holding on for now. #T1#
Gordo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ferguson keeps working.
Ferguson is trying to stand back up but Gordo is controlling him
#ES#
Ferguson has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Gordo is on him like a limpet, forcing Ferguson back against the cage.#BC#
Ferguson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gordo changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ferguson tries to avoid it but Gordo manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ferguson to the ground. Ferguson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ferguson is looking for a counter combo.
Gordo tries for a takedown but Ferguson circles away easily
and Ferguson counters with a nice body shot.
Gordo moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Ferguson lands a jab to Gordo's midsection.
Gordo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Gordo shoots in looking for a takedown. Ferguson tries to sprawl out of it but Gordo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ferguson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A counter left hand to the body from Ferguson misses its target.#CL#
Ferguson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T2##BC#
Ferguson breaks from the clinch.
Ferguson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ferguson scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Ferguson stuns Gordo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Riley Ferguson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good shot there by Ferguson.
Gordo gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Ferguson counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC#
Gordo is rocked!
Gordo gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Ferguson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#CL2#
Gordo moves into the clinch.
Ferguson lands a hook that snaps the head of Gordo backwards.
Gordo is still on wobbly legs! Can Ferguson finish him?#BC#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
Gordo seems to have recovered his senses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ferguson.
No luck for Gordo with that takedown attempt.
Ferguson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ferguson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Gordo looks winded!
A cross from Ferguson lands.#T3##CL2#
Gordo gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
Gordo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ferguson sprawls well. Ferguson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Gordo gets slowly back to his feet.
Ferguson cracks Gordo with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ferguson cracks Gordo with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Gordo falls to his knees and Ferguson doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Riley Ferguson!
Eddy Gordo spoke after the fight, saying 'Ill come back stronger than ever!'.
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Event:
RapidFC 53
Date: Nov 16, 2019 |
#R1#
Krawlee fails with the takedown.
Ferguson throws out a counter right but Krawlee avoids it with no problem.
Ferguson leaves Krawlee with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ferguson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Krawlee tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ferguson defends well and Krawlee ends up having to push Ferguson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kree P Krawlee. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ferguson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Krawlee manages to avoid it.
Krawlee shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ferguson as he jumps to the side.
Ferguson thuds a left hand into Krawlee's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferguson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Krawlee swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Krawlee goes for a double leg but Ferguson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ferguson continues to drive forward.
A punch lands to the side of Krawlee 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T1#
Ferguson lands with a shot to the body.
Riley Ferguson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ferguson scores with a shot to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Ferguson.
Ferguson throws a shot from downtown. Krawlee moves away and avoids it.
Krawlee is looking to counter punch.
Ferguson lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Krawlee slips a jab from Ferguson.
Ferguson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CL2#
Ferguson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Ferguson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ferguson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Krawlee.
Krawlee is looking to counter punch.
Krawlee shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Ferguson counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Ferguson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Krawlee manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Krawlee swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Krawlee has his takedown stuffed
and Ferguson counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ferguson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Krawlee fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Ferguson throws a hook but Krawlee blocks it.
Krawlee shoots in for a double leg but Ferguson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Ferguson throws the left hand but Krawlee avoids the punch easily.
Krawlee steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Krawlee tries to counter with a takedown but Ferguson is quick to defend against it.#T3#
Ferguson throws a body shot but no joy.
Ferguson with a jab.
Riley Ferguson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ferguson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A shot to the liver by Ferguson. Beautiful body shot.
Ferguson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Krawlee.
A little feinted left hand from Krawlee on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ferguson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Krawlee.
Krawlee slips a straight right by Ferguson.
Ferguson tests Krawlee's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Krawlee darts in looking for a takedown but Ferguson gets double underhooks and turns Krawlee into the cage.
Ferguson looks to throw the jab but Krawlee is out of range.
Ferguson has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Krawlee is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Ferguson cracks a nice hook into Krawlee's ribs.
Ferguson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Krawlee doesn't seem bothered though. #T4#
Ferguson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Krawlee drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ferguson sprawls and moves away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ferguson throws a looping overhand right but Krawlee ducks down to avoid it.
Ferguson is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Krawlee had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Krawlee tries for a takedown but Ferguson circles away easily
and Ferguson counters with a straight right hand.
Krawlee misses with a takedown attempt
and Ferguson counters with a nice uppercut.
Ferguson looks to land a left hand but Krawlee moved out of range nicely.
Krawlee swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Ferguson counter with a right hand.
A punch lands to the side of Krawlee 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ferguson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Krawlee ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Krawlee was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ferguson misses with a looping right.
Krawlee appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Ferguson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Ferguson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Krawlee's head backwards.
Ferguson throws a shot from downtown. Krawlee moves away and avoids it.
Krawlee throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ferguson's waist but Ferguson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Krawlee off to one side.
Ferguson lands a jab to Krawlee's midsection.
Krawlee lands with an uppercut that bounces Ferguson off the cage and back into range.
Ferguson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ferguson tries to clinch up.
It looked like Krawlee wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Krawlee uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Krawlee steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Krawlee appears to be looking for a big counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferguson misses with a body shot
and Krawlee connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ferguson throws out a loose jab but Krawlee uses good head movement to avoid it.
Krawlee drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ferguson sprawls and moves away.
Ferguson misses with a straight left.
Ferguson misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Ferguson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Krawlee.
Krawlee was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Krawlee steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Ferguson lunges at Krawlee with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Krawlee's hand.
Ferguson throws the left hand but Krawlee avoids the punch easily.
Krawlee tries to counter with a takedown but Ferguson is quick to defend against it.
Krawlee uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Krawlee swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Krawlee misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A little jabbing left from Ferguson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ferguson misses with a straight left.
Krawlee takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Krawlee moves away.
Krawlee was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ferguson takes a swing at Krawlee's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Ferguson swings away with a body shot that misses
and Krawlee counters with a nice uppercut.
Krawlee keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ferguson.
Ferguson closes the distance looking to clinch
and Krawlee counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A cross from Ferguson lands.
Ferguson throws a hook but Krawlee blocks it.
Ferguson throws an overhand right that lands on Krawlee's shoulder, as Krawlee tries to avoid the shot.
Krawlee was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ferguson.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Krawlee lands with a nice body punch.
Ferguson misses with a hook
#TD#
and Krawlee counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Krawlee won't allow Ferguson to get back to his feet. #ES2#
Ferguson uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Krawlee keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ferguson.
Ferguson digs a good body shot into Krawlee's ribs.
Ferguson moves into range and connects with a jab. #CL2#
Ferguson closes the distance and clinches.
Ferguson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC#
Krawlee breaks the clinch.
Ferguson lands a right hook to the body.
Krawlee moves forwards but Ferguson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Krawlee is looking to wear down Ferguson with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Krawlee uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ferguson.
Krawlee was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ferguson throws a right and a left that Krawlee avoids nicely.
Krawlee is looking to counter punch.#T4#
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!
Ferguson swings for the body but Krawlee moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Krawlee on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Krawlee slips a jab from Ferguson.
Ferguson lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ferguson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ferguson throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Krawlee counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Krawlee is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Krawlee is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ferguson is trying to stand back up but Krawlee is controlling him
Krawlee is keen to just control but Ferguson is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Krawlee wants to work for an arm triangle but Ferguson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Ferguson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Krawlee does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Krawlee on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Krawlee moves out of range of the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Krawlee does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut
and Krawlee counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ferguson, as that shot connected.
Ferguson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Krawlee.
Ferguson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Krawlee swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Krawlee drops his hands momentarily and Ferguson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Krawlee looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferguson takes a swing at Krawlee's ribcage but misses.
Krawlee was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Krawlee on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ferguson misses with a straight right. #T1#
Krawlee shoots in looking for a takedown. Ferguson tries to sprawl out of it but Krawlee keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ferguson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Krawlee takes a jab right on the kisser.
Krawlee takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ferguson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Krawlee was well out of range. Poor timing from Ferguson.
Ferguson tries to clinch but Krawlee moves out of range. #CL2#
Ferguson moves into range and clinches up with Krawlee.
Krawlee tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2##BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
Krawlee fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Krawlee shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ferguson manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Ferguson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Krawlee postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Krawlee stands and throws Ferguson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Krawlee thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #ES2#
Ferguson throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Kree P Krawlee has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Krawlee ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Ferguson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Krawlee tries to counter with a takedown but Ferguson is quick to defend against it.
Ferguson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ferguson lands with a good body shot.
Krawlee fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kree P Krawlee. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ferguson tries to clinch there but Krawlee circles away.
Krawlee swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
The crowd cheers as Ferguson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Krawlee doesn't seem phased though.
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
Krawlee shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ferguson pinned against the cage. Ferguson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
Ferguson is looking to clinch.
It looked like Krawlee wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The crowd cheers as Ferguson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Krawlee doesn't seem phased though.
Ferguson lands with a right hand.
Ferguson scores with a shot to the body.
Krawlee takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ferguson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Krawlee's head backwards.
Ferguson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
And that's the end of the fight!
Riley Ferguson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Ferguson 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 Francis DeMontford scores the fight 26:30
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 26:30
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Riley Ferguson!
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Event:
RFC Showdown in Tokyo 26
Date: Sep 28, 2019 |
#R1#
Ferguson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Anto manages to avoid it.
Anto tries to clinch up but Ferguson circles away and keeps his distance.
Anto has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#CL2#
Anto rushes Ferguson and presses him up against the cage.
Anto blocking some punches.
#BC#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Anto shoots in but no luck this time.
Anto connects with a right hand. Ferguson shakes it off.
We've been told by Ferguson's head coaches at Blood & Sand that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ferguson throws a jab when Anto was well out of range.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut.
Anto's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ferguson connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Anto scrambles back to his feet.
Ferguson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Ferguson counters with a three punch combo that has Anto backing up. Anto nods at Ferguson to acknowledge the strikes.
Ferguson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Anto fails with the takedown.
A little feinted left hand from Ferguson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ferguson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Anto.
Anto doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Anto is looking to clinch but Ferguson is avoiding it.
#T1##CL#
Ferguson gets a clinch. #BC#
Ferguson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Anto takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Anto darts in trying to clinch
and Anto takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ferguson throws a hook to the side of Anto's head but Anto sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Anto moves away from the strike by Ferguson.
Ferguson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ferguson throws a looping overhand right but Anto ducks down to avoid it.
Anto tries to counter by closing the distance.
Ferguson darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Anto scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ferguson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Anto manages to avoid it.
Ferguson looks to land a left hand but Anto moved out of range nicely.
Riley Ferguson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Anto gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Ferguson to counter with a crisp jab.
Riley Ferguson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ameqran Anto.
Ferguson throws a hook but Anto blocks it.
Ameqran Anto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Anto does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Anto is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ferguson's half guard.
Anto is trying to control the action in half guard but Ferguson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ferguson is trying to stand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Anto is trying to control. Ferguson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ferguson is trying to stand.
#ES#
Ferguson pushes Anto off and gets back to his feet.
Ferguson lands with a nice body punch.
Anto takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ferguson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Anto slips under a jab from Ferguson.
Anto fails with an attempt to clinch.
Anto fails to land the takedown.#T3#
Anto uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ferguson.
Anto is looking to clinch but Ferguson is avoiding it.
Ferguson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Ferguson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Anto has his takedown stuffed
enabling Ferguson to counter with a crisp jab.
Ferguson misses with a straight right.
Ferguson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Anto avoids the body shot from Ferguson.
Ferguson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anto was well out of range. Poor timing from Ferguson.
As Ferguson backs off Anto throws a huge counter combo but Ferguson manages to avoid it all.#TD2#
Anto shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Anto seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Anto stops Ferguson from getting back to his feet.
#T4#
Anto wants to pass the guard but Ferguson is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ferguson wants to get back to his feet.
Ferguson has hold of Anto's hands but Anto slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Well, if Anto 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.
Ferguson wants to get back to his feet.
Anto controlling the action here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Ferguson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Anto misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ferguson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Anto's head.
Anto darts in looking for a takedown but Ferguson gets double underhooks and turns Anto into the cage.
Ferguson connects with a single shot there.
Anto fails with a takedown attempt.
Riley Ferguson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ameqran Anto.
Anto ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Anto looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ferguson misses with a double jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferguson circles away from the clinch attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferguson. Anto does a little dance to reset his feet.
Anto is looking to clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Ferguson misses the target.#CL#
Ferguson has Anto up against the cage in a clinch.
Ferguson misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T1#
Ferguson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ferguson misses with the head strike.
Ferguson lands a shoulder strike. #TD2#
Anto gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Ferguson regains guard.
#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Ferguson manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#BC#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ferguson misses with a wild body shot.
Despite the aggression on Anto's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A slow jab from Ferguson misses its intended target.
Ferguson darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Anto shoots for a takedown but Ferguson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Anto takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Anto shoots in for a takedown but Ferguson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A little feinted left hand from Ferguson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Anto staying out of range there.
Anto punishes Ferguson's body with a nice straight punch.
Anto moves out of range of the strikes.
Anto tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Anto goes for a double leg but Ferguson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ferguson continues to drive forward.
Ferguson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Anto can do to turn this around?#T2#
Ferguson misses with a wild body shot. #TD2#
Anto shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ferguson manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Ferguson wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Anto manages to pass to side control. #SUB2#
Anto has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Ferguson defend it? Anto steps over the head and cranks it - Ferguson is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Anto!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ameqran Anto!
After winning the bout, Ameqran Anto 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: Sep 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Msuva throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Ferguson clinches with his opponent.
#BC#
Ferguson breaks from the clinch.
Hassan Msuva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Ferguson closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Ferguson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Ferguson takes the fight into the clinch.
Msuva takes a shot to the head. #BC#
Ferguson breaks the clinch.
#CL#
Ferguson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Ferguson has managed to clinch.
#BC#
Ferguson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Msuva misses with a double jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ferguson lands with an uppercut that bounces Msuva off the cage and back into range.
Msuva takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've been told by Ferguson's head coaches at Five Round Fight Club NY (50 max) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Jab, jab by Ferguson - just one landing.
Msuva misses with a head kick.
Msuva looks winded!
Msuva has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Msuva there as he acknowledges the shot.
Ferguson scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Ferguson has managed to clinch.
#BC#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
#T1#
Msuva fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Msuva moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Ferguson scores with a jab. Msuva acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL#
Ferguson moves into range and clinches up with Msuva.#BC#
Ferguson breaks from the clinch.
A head kick misses from Msuva.
Msuva throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL#
Ferguson takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Ferguson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Msuva tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL#
Ferguson instigates a clinch. #BC#
Ferguson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Ferguson clinches up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ferguson scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
A lazy left from Ferguson finds it's target.
Ferguson throws out a powerful jab.
Msuva moves forwards but Ferguson connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL#
Ferguson pushes Msuva up against the cage in a clinch.#T2#
A short right from Ferguson on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ferguson. #BC#
Ferguson breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Ferguson pushes Msuva up against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Ferguson breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Ferguson closes the distance and clinches.
Ferguson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC#
Ferguson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Ferguson moves into the clinch.
Ferguson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
Ferguson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Ferguson scores with a jab to the body.
Ferguson lands a lovely overhand right.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ferguson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ferguson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Msuva takes one to the chin there.#ROC#
Msuva is rocked!
and Ferguson counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Msuva! He's just covering up as Ferguson starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Riley Ferguson!
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Event:
Skrap Fights 77
Date: Aug 30, 2019 |
#R1#
Steele throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ferguson slips a straight right by Steele.
Steele misses with an uppercut.
Ferguson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Steele paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ferguson staying out of range there.
Ferguson ducks under a wild hook from Steele.
We've been told by Steele's head coaches at Panda Sprawl n Brawl that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Steele looks to land a right hand but Ferguson moved out of range.#CL2#
Ferguson has managed to clinch.
#BC2#
Ferguson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Steele misses with an uppercut. Ferguson saw that one coming.
Steele throws a jab when Ferguson was well out of range.
Steele loads up on a big right hand but Ferguson slips the punch.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Ferguson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Steele, pushing him back against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ferguson. #BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch.
Steele swings widly with a right hand
enabling Ferguson to counter with a crisp jab.
Ferguson moves in looking to clinch but Steele pushes him off.
Steele misses with a hook. Ferguson ducked under it nicely.
Steele swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Steele thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Ferguson throws a body shot but no joy.
Steele misses with a hook. Ferguson ducked under it nicely.
Steele stuns Ferguson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Steele moves away.
Steele takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Steele throws a hook but Ferguson avoids it easily.
Ferguson slips under a jab.
Steele misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Ferguson forces Steele back against the ropes and clinches.#BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice defenses there by Steele.
Ferguson takes one on the button.
Steele misses with a hook.#CL2#
Ferguson has managed to clinch.
Ferguson misses with some punches.
#BC2#
Ferguson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Steele misses with a looping right.
Sami Steele seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ferguson ducks under a wild hook from Steele.
Ferguson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Steele.#T2#
Ferguson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Ferguson misses with a wild body shot.
Ferguson moves away from the strike by Steele.
Steele avoids the body shot from Ferguson.
Steele misses with a looping right.
Steele throws an overhand right that lands on Ferguson's shoulder, as Ferguson tries to avoid the shot.
Steele throws a jab but it's blocked by Ferguson.
Ferguson staying out of range there.
Steele misses the jab.
Ferguson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Steele.
Steele throws a hook but Ferguson avoids it easily.
Steele throws a lazy right hand but Ferguson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Steele defending well as Ferguson loads up on a big left hand.
Steele misses with a wild body shot.
Ferguson ducks under a wild hook from Steele.
Ferguson misses with a wild body shot.
Ferguson lands with a cross.
Steele jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Ferguson looks to land a right hand but Steele moved out of range.
Steele swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ferguson swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Steele counters with a straight right hand.
The fighters circling - Ferguson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ferguson slips under a jab.
Ferguson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A slow jab from Steele misses its intended target.
Steele misses with an uppercut. Ferguson saw that one coming.
Steele misses with a straight right.
Steele looks to land a left hand but Ferguson moved out of range nicely.
A swing and a miss from Ferguson.
Ferguson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ferguson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ferguson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Steele throws out the jab.
Ferguson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ferguson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Steele paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It looked like Steele wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Steele misses with a hook. Ferguson ducked under it nicely. #CL2#
Ferguson has taken the fight to the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ferguson. #T4#
Ferguson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ferguson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Steele escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Steele throws a jab but it's blocked by Ferguson.
Steele throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Steele slips a straight right by Ferguson.
Ferguson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Steele.
Sloppy strikes from Ferguson. Those never looked like landing.
Steele keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ferguson misses with a hook
and Steele cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A big left from Ferguson misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Steele misses the target.
Steele connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Steele is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Ferguson lands a jab to the nose.
Ferguson loads up on a big right hand but Steele slips the punch.
Steele was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ferguson throws a jab when Steele was well out of range.
Ferguson wants to clinch.
Ferguson slips a jab from Steele.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Sami Steele will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Steele moves out of range as Ferguson strikes.
Steele misses with a hook. Ferguson ducked under it nicely.
Steele misses with an uppercut.
A nice side step and Ferguson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ferguson throws a good cross that connects.
Ferguson throws a jab when Steele was well out of range.
Ferguson moves away from the strike by Steele.
Ferguson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Steele was well out of range. Poor timing from Ferguson.
Steele is looking to counter punch.
Ferguson tries to close the distance and clinch but Steele swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Steele closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ferguson tries to close the distance and clinch but Steele swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ferguson defending well as Steele loads up on a big left hand.
A swing and a miss from Steele.
Ferguson missing with a left hand there. Steele was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steele keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ferguson moves out of range of the strikes.
Ferguson tries to close the distance and clinch but Steele swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Steele scores with a nice head shot.
Steele scores with a body shot.
Ferguson swings widly with a right hand
enabling Steele to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Ferguson connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Steele momentarily.
Ferguson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Steele.#CL2#
Ferguson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch.
Sami Steele is winning the standup battle so far.
Ferguson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Steele avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ferguson staying out of range there.
Ferguson throws an overhand right that lands on Steele's shoulder, as Steele tries to avoid the shot.
A swing and a miss from Steele.
Ferguson scores with a one two! Steele had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Ferguson staying out of range there.
Ferguson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ferguson tries to clinch but Steele is having none of it.
Steele is looking to counter punch.
Steele throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ferguson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ferguson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Steele throws a right hand that misses
and Steele takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Steele misses with a hook.#T2#
Ferguson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Steele is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Ferguson.#ROC2#
Steele is rocked!
Ferguson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Oh Steele is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ferguson moves away from the strike by Steele.
Ferguson rushes Steele with punches - Steele moves straight backwards instead of circling and gets clipped by the second strike... and the third... and the fourth! Oh, Steele goes down! Ferguson follows up with more strikes and the ref steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:17 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Riley Ferguson!
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Event:
Skrap Fights 39
Date: Apr 13, 2019 |
#R1#
A jab from Ferguson misses.
Ferguson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kolone can pounce on him.
Vaai Kolone seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ferguson misses with a hook
and Kolone counters with a nice uppercut.
Ferguson tries to clinch up but Kolone circles away and keeps his distance.
Ferguson looks to land a right hand but Kolone moved out of range.
Jab, jab by Kolone - just one landing. #CL2#
Ferguson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Kolone tries to throw a body punch but Ferguson avoids it by throwing Kolone back against the ropes.
Ferguson has had enough of the clinch but Kolone keeps him there for the moment.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #BC2#
Ferguson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kolone avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ferguson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kolone slips under a jab.
Ferguson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kolone tries to clinch there but Ferguson circles away.
#CL#
Kolone has taken the fight to the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC#
Kolone breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ferguson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Some bone on bone action there as Ferguson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T1#
Kolone throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kolone tried to score with a low kick but Ferguson checks it.
Kolone scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Ferguson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kolone blocks a jab.
Ferguson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kolone manages to avoid it.
Kolone throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ferguson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kolone tries to clinch up.
A jab lands there for Kolone.
Ferguson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ferguson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kolone doesn't seem bothered though.
Ferguson fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL2#
Kolone tries to keep at a distance but Ferguson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kolone fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ferguson told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.#BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch.
Ferguson blocks a leg kick.#T2#
Kolone ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kolone misses with a low kick.
Ferguson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kolone's head backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ferguson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kolone.
Kolone connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kolone scores with a leg kick.
Kolone throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Ferguson's head.#CL2#
Ferguson has managed to clinch.
Kolone throws a punch but it's blocked by Ferguson.
Ferguson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kolone.
Kolone scores with a shoulder strike.
Kolone has a couple of punches blocked by Ferguson.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ferguson.
Kolone blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kolone scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kolone throws a head punch that misses.
Ferguson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kolone blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T3#
Still in the clinch, Ferguson scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ferguson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kolone lands an elbow inside. #BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kolone misses with a straight left.
Ferguson defending well as Kolone loads up on a big left hand.
Ferguson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Good leg kick by Kolone there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kolone closes the distance but Ferguson moves to the side
and Ferguson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kolone tries to clinch there but Ferguson circles away.
Ferguson tries to move into range but Kolone moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nice defenses there by Ferguson.
Ferguson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kolone wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Ferguson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kolone.
Kolone connects with a solid leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ferguson tests Kolone's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kolone ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T4#
A telegraphed right hand from Ferguson misses the target.
Kolone tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Ferguson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kolone swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ferguson.
Kolone turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kolone connects with a body shot that sends Ferguson's belly button to the back.
Kolone looks to throw the jab but Ferguson is out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kolone, as that shot connected.
Kolone throws a leg kick but Ferguson checks it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ferguson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kolone shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Ferguson throws a hook but Kolone avoids it easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ferguson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kolone.
Kolone lands a head shot.
Kolone attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#CL2#
Ferguson clinches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vaai Kolone dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Ferguson misses with a body shot
and Kolone counters with a three punch combo that has Ferguson backing up. Ferguson nods at Kolone to acknowledge the strikes.
Ferguson misses with a series of wild punches.
Ferguson loads up on a big right hand but Kolone slips the punch.
Ferguson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ferguson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kolone manages to avoid it.
Kolone displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ferguson throws out the jab.
Kolone lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kolone throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL2#
Ferguson moves into range and clinches up with Kolone.
Kolone misses with a punch to the body.
Kolone lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Kolone lands an elbow just above Ferguson 's eye.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ferguson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Kolone has him pressed against the ropes.#BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kolone throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ferguson throws the left hand but Kolone avoids the punch easily.
Vaai Kolone is winning the standup battle so far.
Kolone swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ferguson.
Kolone on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T1#
Kolone tries to clinch up but Ferguson circles away and keeps his distance.
A swing and a miss from Kolone.
Kolone throws a leg kick but Ferguson moved away.
Ferguson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kolone uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kolone steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Kolone connects with a body shot.#CL2#
Ferguson moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Ferguson in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Kolone will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kolone scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ferguson doesn't seem bothered though.
Ferguson just misses with a punch to the body.
Kolone tests Ferguson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ferguson moves out of range as Kolone strikes.
Kolone tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ferguson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ferguson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kolone throws a predictable looking body shot
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
and Ferguson counters with a right hand to the body. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Ferguson has managed to clinch.
#BC2#
Ferguson breaks from the clinch.
Kolone works the jab nicely.
Ferguson throws a jab but it's blocked by Kolone.
The fighters circling - Kolone throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ferguson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ferguson swings for the body but Kolone moves out of range.
Ferguson takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kolone throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kolone throws a hook but Ferguson blocks it.
Ferguson misses with a wild combination.
Kolone is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ferguson can do to turn this around?#CL2#
Ferguson gets a clinch.
Kolone swings wildly with an uppercut but Ferguson uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
Ferguson moves out of range as Kolone strikes.
Kolone connects with a looping right hand.
#T3#
Kolone misses with a head kick.
Ferguson fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kolone looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kolone scores with a punch to the head.
Kolone moves out of range of the strikes.
Kolone tried to counter with a leg kick but Ferguson avoided it.
Kolone uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
Ferguson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Ferguson blocks a head kick by Kolone.
Ferguson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kolone.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ferguson, as that shot connected.
Ferguson drops his hands momentarily and Kolone takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Ferguson ducks under a wild hook from Kolone.
Kolone moves out of range of the strikes.
Kolone paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL#
Kolone darts in and clinches Ferguson up against the ropes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kolone tries to land a leg kick but Ferguson saw it coming and moves away.
Ferguson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ferguson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T4##CL2#
Ferguson moves into the clinch.
Ferguson lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC2#
Ferguson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ferguson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kolone swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ferguson throws a right and a left that Kolone avoids nicely.
Kolone motions for Ferguson to come forward. Kolone throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kolone doesn't manage to clinch there - Ferguson circles away.
Kolone staying out of range there.
Ferguson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kolone.#CL#
Kolone moves into range and clinches up with Ferguson.
Ferguson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kolone. #BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kolone misses with a straight right.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ferguson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kolone.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kolone darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Ferguson closes the distance and clinches.
Ferguson pushes Kolone back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kolone lands a shoulder strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vaai Kolone dominated that second 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Kolone cracks Ferguson with a good jab.
Ferguson throws a jab but it's blocked by Kolone.
Nice shot lands for Kolone.
Kolone lands a lovely overhand right.
Ferguson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kolone connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kolone avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kolone staying out of range there.
A telegraphed right hand from Ferguson misses the target.
Kolone pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Ferguson back to the ropes. Kolone follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Ferguson tries to clinch but Kolone is having none of it. #CL2#
Ferguson moves into the clinch.
Kolone comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ferguson takes an elbow to the temple.
Kolone lands a shoulder strike.
Ferguson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kolone backwards. #BC2#
Ferguson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kolone ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Ferguson looks to score with a jab to the body but Kolone is just out of range.#T1#
Kolone scores with a body shot.
Ferguson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kolone lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kolone.#CL2#
Ferguson rushes Kolone and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Kolone lands with a short shot to the head.
Ferguson misses with a punch on the inside.
Kolone misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Kolone throws an elbow but misses. #BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kolone ducks under a wild hook from Ferguson.
Kolone swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kolone moves away.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut.
Ferguson throws a body punch but Kolone moves out of range.
Ferguson missing with a left hand there. Kolone was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ferguson wants to clinch.#T2#
Kolone steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ferguson.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ferguson is looking to clinch but Kolone is avoiding it.
Ferguson avoids the head kick by Kolone.
Kolone connects with a solid leg kick.
Ferguson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ferguson tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kolone manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Ferguson swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kolone counters with a nice uppercut.
Kolone with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ferguson on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL2#
Ferguson closes the distance and clinches.
Ferguson scores with a shot to the side of Kolone's head.
Ferguson is trying to break the clinch but Kolone has him pressed against the ropes. #BC2#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
Ferguson lands a jab to Kolone's midsection.
A left lands for Kolone.
Ferguson is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Ferguson jabs Kolone to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T3#
Ferguson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kolone.
Ferguson misses with a few strikes there.
#CL2#
Ferguson moves into the clinch.
Kolone scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Ferguson manages to break the clinch.
Ferguson misses with an uppercut. Kolone saw that one coming.
A telegraphed right hand from Kolone misses the target. #CL2#
Kolone gets tackled into the ropes by Ferguson. Ferguson maintains the clinch.
Ferguson gets through Kolone's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kolone pushes Ferguson back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ferguson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kolone lands with a short shot to the head.
Kolone blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kolone scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kolone lands a right hand.
Ferguson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ferguson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Ferguson lands a left hand.
#T4##BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch.
A big right from Kolone misses.
Kolone tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Ferguson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kolone throws a head kick but Ferguson moves out of range.
Kolone clobbers Ferguson with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Ferguson connects with a right hand. Kolone shakes it off.
Ferguson tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Kolone manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kolone staying out of range there.
Kolone throwing a counter right hand but Ferguson manages to avoid it.
A jab from Ferguson does it's job there.
Kolone swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Riley Ferguson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Ferguson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kolone lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ferguson or not.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kolone cracks Ferguson with a nice body shot.
Kolone lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kolone.
Riley Ferguson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kolone fails with an attempt to clinch.
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 Vaai Kolone.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kolone, 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight for Vaai Kolone!
Judge George Francis scores the fight for Vaai Kolone!
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight for Vaai Kolone!
Vaai Kolone wins by unanimous decision!
Vaai Kolone was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Ferguson throws a right and a left that Wius avoids nicely.
Ferguson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Ferguson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
No joy there for Ferguson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wius throws a looping overhand right but Ferguson ducks down to avoid it.
Ferguson is looking to counter punch.
Wius waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ferguson.
Wius jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ferguson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Craig Wius seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ferguson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Wius stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wius slips a jab from Ferguson.
Wius swings widly with a right hand
and Ferguson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wius throws a solid leg kick but Ferguson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Wius.
Wius looks to land a right hand but Ferguson moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Wius shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Wius showed some decent athleticism there.
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!#SUB2#
Wius is trying for a kimura here. Ferguson looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Wius wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Craig Wius!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Ferguson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before One has time to react.
Test One seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ferguson drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
One looks to land a left hand but Ferguson moved out of range nicely.
One connects with a leg kick. Ferguson looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
One tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ferguson was well out of range. Poor timing from One.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ferguson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
One tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice shot lands for Ferguson.
One walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
One jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ferguson walks into a left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ferguson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
One lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Ferguson throws a one two combo.
Ferguson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
One throws the left hand but Ferguson avoids the punch easily.
Ferguson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ferguson scores with a decent looking hook.#CL2#
Ferguson gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T1##BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
One dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ferguson. That did some damage!
Ferguson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A lazy left from Ferguson finds it's target.
One throws a leg kick but Ferguson sees it coming and moves out of range.
Ferguson takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Ferguson is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! One had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Ferguson on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
One throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ferguson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It seemed like Ferguson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
One takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#CL2#
Ferguson clinches with his opponent.
One misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Ferguson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
One scores with a spinning back kick!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
One misses with a wild body shot.
Ferguson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but One moves away.
One misses with an uppercut. Ferguson saw that one coming.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ferguson, as that shot connected.
One closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T2##CL2#
Ferguson clinches.
Ferguson gets through One's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC2#
Ferguson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A bone on bone clash there as Ferguson blocks the leg kick.
One takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ferguson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ferguson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
One throws a body kick that misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from One lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Ferguson has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Ferguson and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
One moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Ferguson digs a good body shot into One's ribs.
Ferguson connects with a good right hand that stumbles One. One circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A left lands for Ferguson.
One misses with a lunging right hand
and Ferguson counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice uppercut lands for Ferguson. That snapped One's head back.
One lands a front kick.
Ferguson misses with a series of wild punches.
#T3#
Ferguson connects with a looping right hand.
One scores with a kick to the midsection.
One throws a nice inside leg kick.
One lunges at Ferguson with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Ferguson's hand.
One lands a body shot.
Ferguson scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
One bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ferguson's head.
Ferguson digs a good body shot into One's ribs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ferguson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Ferguson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by One.
One tries to land a front kick but Ferguson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
One misses with a looping left.
One throws a front kick that sends Ferguson stumbling back into the cage.
A nice combination there by Ferguson.
#T4#
One tries a head kick but it misses.
One dodges the punch combination from Ferguson.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ferguson, as that shot connected.
Ferguson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Ferguson swinging wildly here.
Ferguson falls off balance throwing a combination
and One counters with a three punch combo that has Ferguson backing up. Ferguson nods at One to acknowledge the strikes.
Ferguson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Ferguson blocks a jab.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Ferguson scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A nice leg kick lands there from One.
One on the wrong end of a nice jab.
One walks into a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Ferguson 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#
One has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from One there as he acknowledges the shot.#ROC2#
One is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
One lands with a nice body punch.
Ferguson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Oh One is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
One walks straight into a right hand from Ferguson - that's dropped him! Ferguson jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save One from any more punishment! One complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Riley Ferguson!
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